Genshin impact: immortal cultivation in teyvat

Thank You for the Invitation. I Am in Liyue, Preparing to Survive the Tribulation.

What level is the Huangting Jade Scenery Sutra, a treasure of immortality?

Jiang Yan couldn't figure this out, even if he silently chanted Huang Ting for a hundred days. He only knew one thing—this sutra could lead to immortality, and not just any immortality.

Even quietly reciting Huang Ting brought a deep sense of peace and comfort to his soul.

The State of Huangting Jade Scenery Sutra

Jiang Yan could easily see its state on his system panel.

Late stage of refining the gods and returning to the void...

It was on the verge of reaching the ultimate stage of humanity in the Taoist cultivation system.

Just one more step, and he would break into the realm of refining the void, preparing to ascend and become a true immortal.

This kind of immortality was different from Teyvat's concept of eternal life.

Immortal. Undying.

Invulnerable to all dharmas, untainted by all evils.

Able to reach for the stars, move mountains and seas.

Living as long as Heaven itself, coexisting with the Dao.

The ultimate mastery of arts leads to Dharma. The ultimate mastery of Dharma leads to immortality.

It sounded like something Teyvat's Demon Gods could achieve as well.

But…

Jiang Yan knew he had already surpassed this world.

To be precise, those at the stage of Refining the Gods and Returning to the Void should be more concerned with the Quantum Sea.

After all, the Quantum Sea and the Imaginary Number Tree were the true core of the plane universe.

As for where he would ascend after refining the void and merging with the Dao? Jiang Yan didn't know. The system hadn't told him.

But regardless, he knew one thing—he was already powerful enough.

Looking up, Jiang Yan's gaze remained calm.

The sky, once filled with purple energy, now felt like a brewing storm.

Laws from a higher world had pierced through the Quantum Sea and the Imaginary Number Tree, descending upon this realm.

Jiang Yan knew exactly what it was.

A tribulation.

A breakthrough in immortal cultivation would inevitably be met with a baptism of heavenly lightning.

There was no Thunder Tribulation in Teyvat. But Jiang Yan had chosen the path of immortal cultivation.

And those who walked this path would inevitably be bound by the laws that governed all heavens and realms.

Jiang Yan didn't think he could defy the rules themselves.

By his estimate, the Thunder Tribulation would arrive in about ten minutes.

There was no escaping it.

Thankfully, the system could suppress the damage to a certain extent.

Otherwise, even the mere aftermath of this tribulation—spanning three major realms—could wipe out Liyue, if not all of Teyvat.

Jiang Yan's method for dealing with the tribulation?

The True Sword Controlling Thunder Technique.

Fighting fire with fire.

Of course, he wished he had an arsenal of magic weapons like other immortal cultivators. But the problem was…

He neither had the time nor the skill to refine them!

Still, he had no doubts about surviving the Thunder Tribulation.

As for what would happen in the heavens when it struck…

That was beyond his control. If Celestia chose to intervene, so be it.

He'd simply see if his Golden Light Spell could counter their divine hammer.

The stage of Refining the Gods and Returning to the Void might not be the peak of immortal cultivation, but it was more than enough to beat down a Heavenly Principle.

For now, his focus was on his next mission.

This system was ruthlessly indifferent, appearing only to assign tasks and offering no explanations.

It was probably better at cultivating immortality than he was.

And the next task?

"Build a sect, establish a school, and spread the true path of immortal cultivation throughout Teyvat."

In other words, Jiang Yan was about to become the founder of an immortal sect.

His mind was full of thoughts, but these realizations passed in an instant.

After refining the spirit and returning to the void, his True Soul of Pure Yang had already been forged. Yin and Yang were in harmony, and his body had reached a state of perfect balance.

His mind, nature, life, form, and Dao were now in complete harmony.

Simply put, he was the most perfect being beneath the true Immortal Dao.

And as for the Immortal Path itself?

In the entire Teyvat and even the vast Quantum Sea multiverse, the only thing that could truly be considered on the path to immortality…

Was the Imaginary Number Tree.

Once he refined the void and merged with the Dao, he would transcend his humanity, entering a state that was neither human nor fully immortal—half human, half divine.

"Jiang Yan, what are you…"

Liu Yun looked at Jiang Yan in confusion.

There was something indescribable about him now.

As if…

He was more of an immortal than she was.

That thought flashed through her mind before she dismissed it with amusement.

How could an ordinary person suddenly become an immortal overnight?

Then again…

She had never seen a mortal achieve immortality before.

"Jiang Yan, what happened just now? And what was that between your eyebrows…?"

Gan Yu asked with concern.

Jiang Yan simply smiled and said softly:

"It's nothing, just…"

He paused and glanced at a certain hidden Rock King Emperor.

"The tides of the Qiantang River rise—today, you shall know who I am…"

Jiang Yan murmured, lost in thought.

Gan Yu found his words strange.

Jiang Yan had always spoken in ways she didn't fully understand. But after absorbing all that purple energy, this habit seemed to have intensified.

Still, she could sense that he wasn't willing to explain further.

She chose to respect his privacy.

There were always mysteries surrounding people from beyond this world. Sudden awakenings weren't unheard of in Teyvat, after all.

"So amazing…"

Gan Yu whispered, scratching her cheek before smiling warmly.

"Anyway, I just hope nothing happens to you! By the way, I actually came to see you for something today."

Jiang Yan's eyes gleamed, and with a flick of his fingers, he activated his immortal senses.

He chuckled.

"You want to go to Liyue Harbor? Sure, but not right now."

"Why not?"

Gan Yu looked puzzled.

"Did I make it that obvious? Well… are you busy with anything lately? You can handle it later if you need to."

"But it would be best to do it soon. There are only two months left until the Rite of Parting. I'll be very busy by then. I wanted to ask for your help… would you?"

Jiang Yan smiled slightly, his gaze shifting to Zhongli, who was still hiding in the shadows.

"Of course. But let me handle my business first."

"By the way, what happened to you? All that purple energy just entered your body…?"

Gan Yu asked in astonishment.

Jiang Yan didn't have time to answer before Liu Yun spoke.

"I didn't expect that I could be mistaken. The boy I randomly picked up that day… would have such incredible fortune."

"Is this the true nature of an outsider?"

"But still, what exactly is your situation?"

Jiang Yan simply chuckled.

"Allow me to explain later."

Then, he reached out and touched the stone table.

Five cups of steaming tea suddenly appeared.

Gan Yu blinked in confusion.

There were only four people here.

Why five cups of tea?

Jiang Yan noticed her confusion but chose not to explain.

The last guest had yet to reveal themselves.

But they wouldn't be able to hide much longer.