The Good Person Reward System: An Isekai LitRPG Progression Fantasy: The Good Person Reward System, #6

By Sima Tiao Liu Yi

Ordinary man Li Shengdai leads a mundane and difficult life. As a poor but good man, he donates his only savings to those in need. However, one day, a beautiful girl, Hu Xuedie, suddenly appears at his door with a strange contract, marking the beginning of an unknown and mysterious turn in this ordinary story...

One merit point can be exchanged for one minute of life. Doing a good deed earns one merit point. Committing a bad deed deducts one hundred merit points. Saving a mortal earns ten merit points. Killing a mortal deducts one thousand merit points. Saving a good person earns fifty merit points. Killing a good person deducts five thousand merit points. If you have enough merit points, then congratulations, immortality is no longer just a dream!
 

 

 

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 "Eighteen thousand five hundred and three years old?!"

 "Hiss!"

 Seeing that Ximen Xiaoxiao did not refute, everyone present gasped and stared at Ximen Xiaoxiao with wide eyes.

 Eighteen thousand five hundred and three years old. This young lady in front of them was definitely the longest-lived person they had ever seen in their lives.
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zhou Yan
• Release date: Apr 8, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224442874

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Chapter 391: Reverse Life Martial Soul!

Eighteen thousand five hundred and three years old?!

Hiss!

Seeing that Ximen Xiaoxiao did not refute, everyone present gasped and stared at Ximen Xiaoxiao with wide eyes.

Eighteen thousand five hundred and three years old. This young lady in front of them was definitely the longest-lived person they had ever seen in their lives.

Could Soul Saints really live so long?

Also, who was Ximen Xiaoxiao? Such an awesome figure, why had they never even heard of her before?

Swish!

Feeling the scorching gazes behind her, Ximen Xiaoxiao casually waved her hand backward.

Without a sound, a watermelon-sized black hole appeared out of thin air, and an extremely powerful tearing force emerged from the black hole.

The dozen or so intruders kneeling in the courtyard had their eyes bulging and expressions of terror. Their mouths had just opened, and before they could even let out a scream, they were turned into a bloody mist and sucked into the black hole.

What a skill! What a bloodbath!

Li Qingting, Li Shengdao, and Yu Po were all frightened, and even Hu Bufor frowned tightly.

Casually clapping out a black hole was nothing for Saint-Level Powerhouses, but to be able to shrink the black hole’s attack range to a certain area like Ximen Xiaoxiao did was no easy feat.

At least, the current Hu Bufor could not do it.

This woman was not easy to deal with. With this single palm strike, she had both resolved the previous unpleasantness and opportunely displayed her own powerful abilities.

Judging from the expressions of Li Qingting and the others, Ximen Xiaoxiao’s demonstration had been very successful.

Clap, clap, clap!

Li Shengdai raised his hands and applauded Ximen Xiaoxiao very naturally. As expected, as an old monster who had lived for more than eighteen thousand years, even Saint-Level Powerhouses like Huangfu Qingfeng and the other two had never seen such a skill.

Ximen Xiaoxiao’s control over her own power had reached the extreme. It was no exaggeration to say that it was perfection.. Li Shengdai had never seen such a technique, not even from the three Soul Saints Huangfu Qingfeng and the others.

Ximen Xiaoxiao’s control over her own power had reached its peak, and it would not be an exaggeration to call it divine.

Li Shengdai saw the effect of that palm strike very clearly. All seventeen people were sucked into the black hole without exception, leaving no corpses behind.

And beside these seventeen people, not even a single blade of grass, leaf, or speck of dust was stirred up.

That was a black hole, the most uncontrollable force known to swallow even light. Now, in Ximen Xiaoxiao’s hands, it was as obedient as a finger or an arm. It was truly terrifying.

Senior Ximen’s skill is truly eye-opening. Other than my Senior Sister, you are the strongest Saint Peak I have ever seen. Li Shengdai gave his evaluation very sincerely.

Ximen Xiaoxiao frowned, obviously dissatisfied with Li Shengdai’s response.

On the entire Heavenly Soul Continent, other than that Divine Soul Master Ling Beihu, who could surpass her in cultivation?

As the longest-living Saint Peak on the Heavenly Soul Continent, Ximen Xiaoxiao was very confident in this.

Those who were her peers had either been outlived by her or were far inferior to her in strength. Ximen Xiaoxiao was fully aware of the strength of all the Saint-Level Powerhouses on the Heavenly Soul Continent.

Little Junior Brother, how could you do this? You’re just saying whatever comes to your mind in front of outsiders. You’re making Senior Sister feel a little embarrassed.

With a flash, Shangguan Ziyi, dressed in purple, stood gracefully to Li Shengdai’s left. She raised her hand and patted Li Shengdai’s shoulder, squinting at Ximen Xiaoxiao with a smile, and lectured Li Shengdai aloud:

Although Senior Sister’s strength is indeed a little bit higher than this little girl’s, you have to be humble. Don’t just blurt out everything. What if you hurt someone’s self-esteem? That wouldn’t be good.

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Li Qingting, Li Shengdao, and Yu Po could not help but look at each other. Was this Little Twelve’s Senior Sister? Wasn’t her skin a little too thick?

Li Shengdai played along and nodded solemnly. Senior Sister’s teachings are correct. Junior Brother will remember them.

Good! Shangguan Ziyi proudly patted Li Shengdai’s head.

Ximen Xiaoxiao’s originally rosy face had turned a little pale. She was definitely angry, but she felt more surprised.

Ximen Xiaoxiao felt very unfamiliar with this young woman who had suddenly appeared and whose strength was comparable to hers. She was certain that she had never met this woman before.

More importantly, this woman gave Ximen Xiaoxiao the feeling that she was very young. Ximen Xiaoxiao could not be sure of her exact age, but she was definitely not older than five thousand years old.

A Saint Peak who was only five thousand years old. This woman was an outsider!

From beyond this realm? Ximen Xiaoxiao cautiously inquired, Who are you?

In Ximen Xiaoxiao’s mind, every outsider who came from beyond was not to be underestimated. Compared to the native Soul Cultivators of the Heavenly Soul Continent, those of the same realm from beyond had broader experiences, more diverse techniques, and more advanced weapons.

Generally speaking, among those of the same realm, almost no one wished to spar with Soul Cultivators from beyond, as the outcome was often predetermined. Forcing a spar was mainly seen as an act of self-humiliation.

However, the Heavenly Soul Continent was known for its sparse Soul Power and scarce resources, often regarded as a barbaric land by those from beyond. It had been a long time since any Saint-Level Powerhouse from beyond had shown any willingness to come here.

What happened today, that suddenly one appeared?

Ah? It’s actually the Reverse Life Martial Soul! No wonder you managed to live an extra three thousand years without dying!

Shangguan Ziyi didn’t answer Ximen Xiaoxiao’s question. Her gaze was locked between Ximen Xiaoxiao’s brows, as if she had discovered something interesting, and she muttered to herself.

The term Reverse Life Martial Soul didn’t evoke any reaction from others, but it was like a bombshell to Ximen Xiaoxiao.

You know about the Reverse Life Martial Soul?!

Ximen Xiaoxiao involuntarily stepped back. The Reverse Life Martial Soul was her biggest secret, deeply hidden within her heart. She never expected it to be seen through at a glance today.

Shangguan Ziyi looked at Ximen Xiaoxiao with interest: Although the Reverse Life Martial Soul is rare, it’s not unprecedented. Is it so strange that I know of it?

Legend has it that once the Reverse Life Martial Soul grows to its peak, it can reverse life and death, borrowing life from the heavens. In Ascend to the Heavens, someone once borrowed a lifespan of a hundred thousand years from the heavens, which became a widely circulated and admired story.

And you? Shangguan Ziyi lightly pursed her lips and sighed, In your rush for achievements, you daringly used it at only the yellow third level, managing to borrow three thousand years of lifespan is already the limit.

What a pity, the Reverse Life Martial Soul can only reverse life and death once. This was supposed to be a tremendous opportunity for you, yet you squandered it like this; truly a waste.

To Shangguan Ziyi, this was undoubtedly another supreme tragedy caused by insufficient inheritance.

If it were in Ascend to the Heavens, the appearance of a Reverse Life Martial Soul would have an 70 to 80 percent chance of being immediately recognized.

With careful cultivation and patience to elevate it to the purple peak, even if it couldn’t borrow a hundred thousand years of lifespan, it would at least guarantee fifty thousand years as a base.

With fifty thousand years, unless one was incredibly foolish, they could at least emerge as a being akin to a Divine Soul Master.

For someone like Ximen Xiaoxiao, it was truly regrettable, a prime Martial Soul wasted.

Chapter 392: That’s How Stubborn I Am

Overhearing the conversation between the two women, Li Shengdai truly gained experience.

Reverse Life Martial Soul, a lifespan of a hundred thousand years, this was simply defying the heavens!

Sometimes, people really couldn’t be compared with each other. Even though Li Shengdai had the Merit System, if he wanted to exchange for a lifespan of a hundred thousand years, it definitely wouldn’t be an easy feat.

However, for those with the Reverse Life Martial Soul, if luck was on their side, they would be born with a purple top-tier Martial Soul. Without needing to put in any effort, they could easily borrow a lifespan of a hundred thousand years from the heavens. It was simply too convenient.

Li Shengdai couldn’t help but sigh in admiration once more. The world of Soul Cultivators was truly wondrous. The types of Martial Souls were bizarre and varied, surpassing human imagination.

Ximen Xiaoxiao’s face was pale, evidently having received a considerable shock.

Is what you’re saying true? Ximen Xiaoxiao looked up at Shangguan Ziyi. Is there really someone who used the Reverse Life Martial Soul to exchange for a lifespan of a hundred thousand years?

Shangguan Ziyi looked at Ximen Xiaoxiao with pity in her eyes. She understood Ximen Xiaoxiao’s current feelings very well.

What was originally a great opportunity had been foolishly missed due to her ignorance. If this had happened to Shangguan Ziyi herself, she didn’t know how much regret she would feel.

She reckoned she would have the urge to throw a tantrum, swallow blades, and hang herself.

This matter is known to almost everyone in Ascend to the Heavens. There’s no need for me to deceive you. If you truly don’t believe me, you can casually find someone who has come down from Ascend to the Heavens in the future and make inquiries.

Reverse Life Martial Soul, reversing life and death, it ranks ninth among the top ten Peerless Martial Souls in Ascend to the Heavens. On average, not even one person out of every ten billion will awaken this kind of Martial Soul. Even in Ascend to the Heavens, it has been nearly five thousand years since anyone has heard of someone having such luck.

Shangguan Ziyi took a deep look at Ximen Xiaoxiao and sighed again. I have to say, you’re truly fortunate!

Fortunate? Ximen Xiaoxiao laughed bitterly. Perhaps. If not for the help of the Reverse Life Martial Soul, I would have died three thousand years ago. Compared to those experts of the same era, I am indeed fortunate.

This was the only way Ximen Xiaoxiao could comfort herself.

Thinking about how she clearly had the opportunity to obtain a lifespan of a hundred thousand years, her heart couldn’t help but ache.

No matter how one looked at it, compared to ten thousand, three thousand was far too little.

Speak, why have you come today? Shangguan Ziyi paid no more attention to the sorrow in Ximen Xiaoxiao’s heart and asked directly, You’re not here to seek some advantage like those small-time crooks, are you?

This...

Ximen Xiaoxiao collected her thoughts, looked up at Li Shengdai, then turned her gaze to Shangguan Ziyi, who posed the greatest threat to her.

Before coming, Ximen Xiaoxiao had always thought that at most, Huangfu Baichuan or the two Huangfu Junlong brothers would be guarding Li Shengdai’s place.

She really hadn’t expected that there would be such a huge surprise waiting for her here.

Unexpectedly, by Li Shengdai’s side, in addition to Huangfu Qingfeng, a Saint Peak, there was actually another existence that felt completely unfamiliar yet absurdly powerful.

With such a Saint Peak from beyond protecting him, the hope of taking Li Shengdai away was likely impossible to achieve.

I have heard that in addition to being skilled in medicine, this young brother is also very adept at helping people raise their cultivation. Furthermore, that Life Star Chart from a month ago also greatly benefited me. My curiosity was piqued, and since I had nothing better to do, I came to try my luck.

After all, I don’t have much time left.

Before someone who could tell right from wrong, Ximen Xiaoxiao didn’t speak falsely. She looked at Li Shengdai and asked directly, I am willing to give up everything I have in exchange for a chance to successfully transcend the tribulation and advance. I wonder if young brother is willing to lend me a helping hand?

Revealing all her cards at once, Ximen Xiaoxiao was indeed straightforward.

Going all out, was she prepared to make one last gamble?

Li Shengdai calmly looked at Ximen Xiaoxiao for a moment before asking, How much time do you have left?

Less than seven years!

Alright. Li Shengdai didn’t hesitate in the slightest, nodding directly. Follow me first. Within seven years, I will help you break through the realm of Divine Soul Master.

However, the prerequisite is that from now on, until after you have broken through, you must willingly protect my path for a thousand years! Even if I encounter any accidents during that time, you must ensure that my family will not decline for a thousand years.

If you agree, swear an oath with your Divine Soul now, and start protecting my path from today.

If you don’t agree, turn left at the door. Have a good trip, don’t let me see you out.

Li Shengdai’s tone was resolute, not giving an inch for negotiation.

Ximen Xiaoxiao was stunned. She didn’t expect Li Shengdai to make such a simple request.

Faced with a life-or-death calamity, faced with the temptation of a higher realm, let alone a thousand years, even ten thousand years wouldn’t make Ximen Xiaoxiao frown.

The premise was that Li Shengdai could really do as he said and allow her to break through her current realm before she died.

Otherwise, if she were to waste seven years with Li Shengdai, she would likely lose even more opportunities to break through. She didn’t have much time left to waste or wait.

If Li Shi can truly do as he says, I naturally have no reason not to agree. Ximen Xiaoxiao said directly. However, before that, I want to confirm whether Li Shi really has this ability. I wonder if Li Shi can grant my humble request and enlighten me?

Li Shengdai’s reputation was indeed not small, especially in the past two months. Almost everyone on the entire Heavenly Soul Continent knew about him.

The youngest seven-star healing physician, the possessor of the most complete Life Star Chart, the first seven-star physician to be expelled from the Healers Guild, the first person to use a few Golden Needles to fix the Life Star of a Soul Cultivator, and so on and so forth. His reputation was almost divine.

However, hearing was believing, seeing was the truth.

Ximen Xiaoxiao couldn’t possibly believe someone easily just because of some flashy rumors, couldn’t possibly swear an oath with her Divine Soul so easily.

How dare you question my master? You’re so bold! Hu Buwei’s small face tightened, his eyes widened, and he rebuked in a childish voice, My master is the most amazing existence. It’s your good fortune that he’s willing to take you in. If you dare to speak to Master like that again, be careful or I’ll beat you up!

Whenever something related to Li Shengdai was involved, Hu Buwei would put in a lot of effort. Whenever he encountered anyone who dared to belittle or be disrespectful to Li Shengdai, Hu Buwei would be very angry.

When he said he would beat Ximen Xiaoxiao up, he would definitely do it. He wouldn’t back down even if he knew he couldn’t win.

The current Hu Buwei had clearly become the most loyal and reliable lackey by Li Shengdai’s side.

Awei, don’t be rude. Li Shengdai spoke to rebuke Hu Buwei, stopping his rude behavior, and then softly nodded towards Ximen Xiaoxiao in apology. My disciple is a little brat. If he offended you in any way, I hope Senior Ximen can forgive him.

Ximen Xiaoxiao nodded lightly, her gaze once again falling on Hu Buwei.

By now, she could also see Hu Buwei’s intellectual deficiency. There was a childlike innocence about him, as if he were truly a child who hadn’t yet grown up.

However, no matter how childish he was, he was still a genuine Soul Saint Level 2, and what’s more, he was Li Shengdai’s disciple.

Another disciple at the Soul Saint level. Ximen Xiaoxiao was beginning to feel numb.

If she remembered correctly, at the Acupuncturist Guild earlier, Huangfu Qingfeng had also addressed Li Shengdai as Master. Adding this one in front of her, Li Shengdai already had at least two disciples at the Saint level.

If one were to further add the Saint Peak elder sister beside Li Shengdai, as well as the other two Saints of the Huangfu Sansheng, just around Li Shengdai himself, there were at least five Soul Saints gathered.

Such formidable strength was already enough to influence or wipe out any super first-class sect or family.

However, although he may be a bit rude, he still has a child’s heart. The words he spoke were not without some reason.

Li Shengdai changed the subject and said to Nangong Xiaoxiao, Senior Nangong seems to have been overlooking a problem the entire time, and that is the primary and secondary relationship in this matter.

You must be clear that you are the one begging me, not that I am forcing you to make an oath with your Divine Soul.

I’ll say it again, if you believe me, make the oath. If you don’t, leave. Nobody will stop you no matter what you choose!

Hu Buwei cheered, Master is awesome!

Li Shengdai shook his head with a smile. It couldn’t be helped. When someone had the skills, they could afford to be so assertive!

Chapter 393: Submission

Li Shengdai’s remark left Ximen Xiaoxiao flushed with humiliation and anger.

Li Shengdai was not wrong; it was indeed her who was begging him. It was just that she had always held herself in too high regard, placing herself on a pedestal from the very beginning.

If it were in the past, when Li Shengdai was still poor and unknown, facing a Saint Peak powerhouse like her, Li Shengdai might have humbled himself and flattered her eagerly.

But now, Li Shengdai had come into his own; he had the capital to speak to a peerless powerhouse like Ximen Xiaoxiao on equal footing.

If he were to act weak and without any authority expected of a superior at this time, who would take him seriously in the future?

A man must stand firm when it is required, otherwise, what dignity is there to speak of?!

You!

Ximen Xiaoxiao, burning with shame and anger, pointed at Li Shengdai, her eyes shooting fire, her aura imposing, almost as if she was about to tear into Li Shengdai right there and then.

Li Shengdai’s words just now were quite rude, and it had been a very long time since Ximen Xiaoxiao had been so blatantly confronted.

What about me? Please enlighten me, Senior Ximen! If I am indeed in the wrong, I will sincerely apologize to Senior Ximen.

Li Shengdai calmly met Ximen Xiaoxiao’s gaze, unwavering and unyielding.

Now, it was Ximen Xiaoxiao who needed him, and those who seek help should have the attitude of seeking help. This high and mighty, self-righteous attitude of hers, Li Shengdai was not going to indulge.

You’re right. After a long while, Ximen Xiaoxiao finally did not explode in anger. She dejectedly lowered the arm that was pointing at Li Shengdai, her voice deep and filled with vicissitudes:

Indeed, I am the one seeking help. Having been accustomed to staying on top and receiving flattery from others, I almost forgot that when asking for help, there is no entitlement to make demands.

I was indeed too rash before, disrespectful towards Li Shi. I hope Li Shi won’t hold it against me!

Ximen Xiaoxiao finally lowered her lofty head, coming down from her perpetually self-assumed superior stance. Even her way of addressing Li Shengdai changed from the previous ‘kid’ and ‘young man’ to the now respectful ‘Li Shi’.

Li Shengdai was very pleased with Ximen Xiaoxiao’s attitude change. Recognizing one’s faults and correcting them is a virtue, and this woman, it seems, could still be redeemed.

After all, she was at the Saint Peak level and the strongest Emperor Peak figure Li Shengdai had encountered so far among the native forces of the Heavenly Soul Continent. Li Shengdai did not want to just let this opportunity pass by.

Facing the sudden shift in Ximen Xiaoxiao’s attitude, Shangguan Ziyi and Hu Buwei were indifferent. Li Shengdai’s current status and position warranted such respect, and there was nothing amiss about it. Anyone wanting to disrespect Li Shengdai should be prepared to face the consequences.

However, behind Li Shengdai, Li Qingting, Li Shengdao, and Yu Po were far from having such a composed mindset. All three were completely dumbfounded, staring blankly at Ximen Xiaoxiao as she lowered her head before Li Shengdai.

Just like that, she gave in?

A Soul Saint Peak powerhouse, after being subjected to mockery and humiliation, not only refrained from exploding in anger but also actively lowered her head to admit her mistakes. Was this the same being from the legends who, when angered, could turn a thousand miles to scorched earth?

Is this some kind of joke?

Their Little Twelfth, their twelfth brother, when did he become so formidable?

First, he promised to help someone advance to become a Divine Soul Master, boasting outrageously.

Then, he boldly demanded others to swear an oath to protect him and his family for a thousand years.

Now, he has been unyieldingly forcing a Saint Peak predecessor to bow and admit her mistake before him.

Is this the same notorious waste crown prince of Heavenly Threshold City? Is this the same Li Shengdai who, no matter how hard he tried or trained, could never advance beyond the second level of an apprentice?

Does it all not feel like a dream?

Li Qingting shook her head and quietly raised her right hand, stretching out her thumb and index finger, gathering all her strength to fiercely twist Li Shengdao’s thigh.

Ouch, ouch, ouch!

Third Sister, are you crazy? You’re almost tearing my flesh off!

Let go quickly!

Li Shengdao jumped up in pain, looking at Li Qingting with grievance, tears streaming down his face. This little girl was too ruthless, and he was not prepared for it at all.

It’s good that you know pain! Otherwise, I would have thought I was dreaming!

Li Qingting stuck out her tongue playfully, looking so adorable as if to say, I’m relieved to know that you’re in pain, leaving Li Shengdao both amused and helpless.

What could he do with such a willful younger sister?

Endure it!

Li Shengdai looked back at Li Shengdao and Li Qingting, his eyes filled with laughter. At this point in time, they could still joke around, which showed that his second elder brother and third elder sister had gradually begun to accept his current identity.

They would definitely experience many more such things in the future, and they would get used to it.

In fact, Ximen Xiaoxiao was a temporary backer that Li Shengdai had set up for them and the Li Family of Heavenly Threshold City.

If anything unexpected were to happen to Li Shengdai in the future, Ximen Xiaoxiao, an outsider whose Merit Value far exceeded her Sin Value, should be much more reliable than the Huangfu Sansheng.

Although the Huangfu Sansheng had already become his disciples, Li Shengdai had never dared to truly trust them.

Shangguan Ziyi would definitely return to Ascend to the Heavens in the future, and Li Shengdai needed an opponent of equal strength to the Huangfu Sansheng to keep each other in check.

Ximen Xiaoxiao was undoubtedly a good choice.

I accept your apology. Li Shengdai looked down at Ximen Xiaoxiao. Now then, tell me your choice. Are you staying or leaving?

Ximen Xiaoxiao remained silent, seemingly hesitant.

Rest assured, I’m not unreasonable, Li Shengdai’s voice softened as he gently said, If I cannot help you advance as promised within seven years, I will face corresponding punishment. For my own sake, I won’t neglect this matter.

Now that his initial show of authority had taken effect, there was no need to keep a stern face. After all, they would be spending a lot of time together in the future, and Li Shengdai did not want to start off on the wrong foot.

Currently, there are thirty-two activated stars in your Life Star Chart. Hmm, there’s severe damage to your Divine Soul, blockages in the meridians of your arms, and accumulation of cold energy in your internal organs, with signs of frostbite affecting several major organs.

Li Shengdai made a diagnosis, It seems you have been in closed cultivation in an extremely cold place for the past three thousand years and have only recently emerged. The injuries to your Divine Soul appear to have been sustained three thousand years ago. Could this be the price paid for reversing life and death?

Li Shengdai intentionally showcased his expertise, succinctly pointing out all of Ximen Xiaoxiao’s internal issues, leaving her utterly astonished.

Li Shengdai’s ability to discern her internal injuries didn’t surprise Ximen Xiaoxiao, considering he was a certified seven-star healer by the Soul Healer Association, obviously skilled in his craft.

However, what truly startled and amazed Ximen Xiaoxiao was that Li Shengdai accurately stated the exact number of activated stars within her!

Such a skill was unprecedented; Ximen Xiaoxiao had never encountered anyone else capable of this feat.

The positions of the Life Stars are akin to trying to see flowers through fog for all Soul Cultivators on the Heavenly Soul Continent, regardless of how high their cultivation level or how powerful their Martial Soul. No one has ever been able to accurately sense the positions of their own or others’ Life Stars.

Even Divine Soul Masters were incapable of such a feat, yet Li Shengdai, with just one glance, knew everything, which left Ximen Xiaoxiao in awe.

The positions of the thirty-two Life Stars had never been disclosed by Ximen Xiaoxiao, especially the thirty-second one, which she had broken through only after obtaining Li Shengdai’s Life Star Chart, unknown to others.

Hence, Ximen Xiaoxiao found it incredible.

This Li Shengdai indeed possessed genuine skills!

Being able to perceive the positions of Life Stars within others with just a glance, no wonder he could create a Life Star Chart with four hundred and two positions, no wonder he could repeatedly help others enhance their cultivation and advance levels.

Thump!

Without another word, Ximen Xiaoxiao knelt down, looked up to the heavens, raised her hand to swear, With my Divine Soul as the guide and the heavenly dao as my witness, I, Ximen Xiaoxiao, hereby swear...

Chapter 394: Good Deeds Deserve Recognition

In the end, Ximen Xiaoxiao was won over by the boundless charm of Li Shengdai.

At least, that’s what Li Shengdai believed.

His body shook with a vigor that seemed to command attention from all directions, embodying an unstoppable, imperial aura.

Regardless, with the threat of Ascend to the Heavens looming, having another Saint Peak by his side added an extra layer of security for Li Shengdai.

Once the oath was made, the heavens seemed to respond, and both Li Shengdai and Ximen Xiaoxiao felt the majesty of the heavens descend upon them, chilling their hearts and minds.

Although Li Shengdai repeatedly expressed his skepticism towards the so-called oaths, in this world, the constraints of a Divine Soul oath still held a certain deterrent effect. Even if there were loopholes, generally, nobody dared to violate them on a large scale.

Especially those with higher cultivation levels could feel the terrifying authority of the heavenly dao even more intensely. Thus, Soul Cultivators beyond the Emperor level rarely swore oaths of the Divine Soul lightly.

Every oath served as a bond, invisibly binding them, preventing their minds from being free.

In this sense, the oaths of the Divine Soul do serve a purpose. They shouldn’t be entirely trusted, but neither should they be completely disregarded.

Li Shengdai glanced at the now empty courtyard. Just a quarter of an hour ago, it was filled with over a dozen Soul Cultivator assassins with malevolent intentions and not insignificant cultivation levels. But now, with just a wave of Ximen Xiaoxiao’s hand, over a dozen lives were extinguished, leaving no trace behind.

Although this saved Li Shengdai a lot of trouble, it also deepened his understanding and awareness of the cruelty within the world of Soul Cultivators.

The higher one’s cultivation, the less they valued human life.

If Ximen Xiaoxiao, with a Sin Value of merely 3.5 million, could be so cold-blooded, how many lives had Huangfu Tianlang and Huangfu Qingfeng, with Sin Values of over 5 million and even 50 million, taken?

Thus, dealing with these individuals required Li Shengdai to be exceedingly cautious.

Now that you are mine, I cannot allow you to continue suffering from your injuries. Come, let me heal you now!

Li Shengdai’s tone immediately became gentle, no longer confrontational as it had been during his standoff with Ximen Xiaoxiao.

He waved Ximen Xiaoxiao over to his side.

Ximen Xiaoxiao was startled: Now? Right here?

What else? Li Shengdai replied, With the unrest bound to happen today, it’s best to heal you sooner and restore your peak strength so you can protect me better later, right?

Seeing Li Shengdai’s confidence, Ximen Xiaoxiao nodded lightly and walked over to him as instructed. She was curious to see if Li Shengdai was as miraculous as the rumors suggested.

It was said that the profession of a physician, unlike Healing Soul Masters, did not have rank suppression. Theoretically, a skilled physician could treat Soul Cultivators far surpassing their own cultivation levels.

Ximen Xiaoxiao was at the Saint Peak level, her cultivation far exceeding even the highest-ranked Healing Soul Master in the Soul Healer Association. Therefore, even if she offered a considerable amount of Soul Stones, the Soul Healer Association had no means to cure her injuries.

Otherwise, she would have sought their help 3,000 years ago instead of enduring the torment of her illness for three millennia. Injuries to the Divine Soul are not easily healed!

What should I do? Ximen Xiaoxiao asked softly, looking at Li Shengdai without any guard up.

Li Shengdai instructed seriously, Relax your body and mind, withdraw your Soul Power, and keep your divine consciousness retracted. No matter what happens, do not resist at all.

Ximen Xiaoxiao nodded gently and slowly