A Record of a Mortal’s Journey to Immortality (Chapter 1001-Chapter 1200)

As such, many Nascent Soul cultivators were itching to spring into action.

Han Li wasn't even aware that an order to hunt him down had been passed by the Starfall Coalition, nor did he know that most Nascent Soul cultivators possessed a portrait of him. Otherwise, he would've altered his appearance and traveled in a more secretive manner.

At his current power level, he naturally wasn't afraid of being attacked by ordinary cultivators, but he didn't want to draw any trouble to himself either as that would be a waste of his time.

At present, he was flying toward the Heavenly Star City as a streak of azure light according to the map in his hand.

Han Li passed by several islands along the way and on each occasion, he had exchanged for all of the high-grade spirit stones on the island using treasures or rare materials. In doing so, he had obtained over 20 high-grade spirit stones.

Han Li was naturally ecstatic and was even more eager to reach the spirit stone mine.

Han Li also encountered many cultivators along the way, but most of them were low-grade ones and none of them dared to get in his way, so he was granted free passage for the entire journey thus far.

Among those cultivators, there were only two or three of the more powerful ones casting confused glances toward Han Li. Aside from that, no one else paid him any heed. Most of them were oblivious to the fact that they had just flown past a late-Nascent Soul cultivator.

After flying for over a month, a black spot appeared on the horizon. After flying for a few more hours, Han Li finally saw the Heavenly Star city in the distance, extending all the way into the clouds, and a smile appeared on his face.

Right at this moment, a dozen or so streaks of light suddenly hurtled toward Han Li from the distance.

Han Li scanned through these approaching streaks of light with his spiritual sense, and he was rather surprised by what he discovered.

The streaks of light were all cultivators and in the oncoming group, there were four or five Core Formation cultivators and even an early-Nascent Soul cultivator. Furthermore, the aura of the Nascent Soul cultivator struck him with a sense of familiarity and a suspicious look immediately appeared on his face. However, he chose to remain standing on the spot and didn't take any evasive measures.





Chapter 1132: Secret Message


The group of cultivators before him were clad in Star Palace attire, clearly indicating that they had just come from the Heavenly Star Island. Han Li was flying through the air without any intention of obscuring his own presence, so he was naturally spotted by this group of cultivators.

As such, they immediately flew toward Han Li.

However, Han Li had used a technique to completely obscure his cultivation base. Thus, regardless of whether a Foundation Establishment or Core Formation cultivator tried to ascertain his cultivation base with their divine sense, they were struck by the feeling that Han Li was like a ball of cloud and mist, thereby preventing them from being able to determine his cultivation base.

Right at this moment, a cry of surprise rang out from the group.

Han Li's expression changed as he turned toward the cultivator with the snowy white cloak obscuring their features. This cultivator's entire body was enshrouded in a massive cloak, making it impossible for Han Li to determine their gender. Furthermore, even Han Li's powerful spiritual sense was unable to see through the cloak.

This was quite a surprising discovery to him.

However, the aura emanating from this person was rather familiar to Han Li, and they were the only Nascent Soul cultivator in the group, so he was naturally determined to find out who this person was.

As such, a blue light flashed through his eyes as he attempted to use his Brightsight Spirit Eyes to forcibly see through the cloak.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Han. Long time no see; how have you been?"

However, right at this moment, an attractive chuckle sounded from beneath the cloak, following which the hood of the cloak was lifted to reveal a set of gorgeous porcelain-like features that carried a hint of a smile.

"Ling Yuling!" Han Li exclaimed upon seeing the face beneath the hood.

This person was none other than the beautiful Star Palace cultivator whom he had saved all those years ago outside the Heavenly Star City.

Han Li laid a finger on his own nose as a smile also appeared on his face.

"To think that you would still recognize me after so many years apart; I feel extremely honored! Also, I must congratulate you on progressing to the Nascent Soul Stage!" Ling Yuling smiled as he appraised Han Li carefully, upon which a hint of surprise appeared on her face.

She was also unable to ascertain Han Li's cultivation base, but she knew that Han Li's cultivation base was definitely not inferior to her own. Upon establishing that, the smile on her face became even warmer and more inviting.

"You're far too kind, Fellow Daoist Ling. Haven't you also progressed to the Nascent Soul Stage?"

Ling Yuling smiled but didn't reply right away. Instead, she turned her head and instructed in a cold voice, "You guys go on ahead first. I have some things I have to discuss with Fellow Daoist Han, and I'll catch up to you guys later."

"Yes, Elder!" The other Star Palace cultivators all bowed respectfully upon hearing this. From the respectful expressions on their faces, it could be seen that they were extremely obedient and reverent toward this "elder".

A hint of surprise appeared in Han Li's eyes upon seeing this, but his expression remained unchanged.

Those cultivators continued on their way, led by a late-Core Formation Stage elderly man, and disappeared into the distance in the blink of an eye.

Ling Yuling turned back to Han Li, and sighed, "Sorry about that, Brother Han. I've received orders to reinforce an island that's being attacked by the Starfall Coalition, so I won't be able to stay here for too long."

"I've also heard on my way here that the Star Palace is engaged in battle with the Starfall Coalition again. It's no wonder that you're burdened by these duties," Han Li replied in a slow voice.

A wry smile appeared on Ling Yuling's face upon hearing this. However, she quickly turned his attention to Han Li again, upon which a peculiar look appeared on her face.

He hesitated momentarily before asking, "Brother Han, you've gone beyond the early-Nascent Soul Stage, haven't you?"

In response, Han Li chuckled and gave an ambiguous reply, "Haha, I've only gone slightly ahead. With your aptitude, it's only a matter of time before you exceed your current cultivation base."

Ling Yuling's expression faltered slightly upon hearing this as waves of shock churned through her heart.

It was incredible to her that Han Li had already become a mid-Nascent Soul cultivator. It had only been less than 200 years since they had last met, yet Han Li had progressed from the Core Formation Stage to the mid-Nascent Soul Stage. That was simply unheard of.

After a brief stunned silence, Ling Yuling finally managed to recompose herself, but her expression was still filled with envy as he said, "Looks like you really are an extraordinary prodigy, Brother Han. To think that you've been able to make such drastic improvements in such a short time; I am truly in awe!"

"I'm no prodigy; I've simply been lucky and encountered many opportunities," Han Li gave another ambiguous reply.

Ling Yuling didn't linger any further on this topic. Instead, a smile appeared on her face as she asked, "Is there something you want to do here, Brother Han? I'd be happy to offer my assistance if required."