A Farmer's Journey To Immortality

Capítulo 665: Meeting Haan Di Lord Once Again P1

Blood almost sprayed out, but Ren forced his Spirit essence to rush through his body and seal the wound before he collapsed.

Even though he had just lost an arm, Ren felt something close to relief wash over him.

He was still alive. This was a miracle considering what he had done in front of a Core Formation Lord.

In his eyes, Aksai was the most merciful Core Formation Lord he had ever seen. If a Lord from one of the Big Five Sects or the Three Major Demonic Sects had been in Aksai’s place, they would not only have killed him—they would have wiped out his entire family and anyone connected to him.

They wouldn’t even need to do the killings themselves. Their mere word alone was akin to a sacred decree that even the royalties of five kingdoms could not deny.

Ren lowered his head deeply, sweat dripping down his face, grateful for the simple fact that he had been allowed to live.

Jaya kept his head lowered like the rest of the group, but he couldn’t stop the small smirk that formed on his lips. He hid it well, but inside, he was more than pleased.

Seeing Ren kneeling there with his arm gone felt like watching a huge weight being lifted off his shoulders.

For almost forty years, Ren had been his biggest rival for the position of Haan Di Lord’s heir. They were the only two real choices. But now? Ren’s chances were as good as gone.

Jaya knew very well how serious the injury was. Even if Ren somehow managed to reattach the arm with rare treasures, special healing skills, or some master healer’s help, it wouldn’t return to normal right away.

The Spirit Veins inside a severed arm took time to recover, and even then, they didn’t always heal perfectly. Ren’s battle power was sure to drop by several levels. And someone who couldn’t keep up in battle could not be considered a true contender for inheritance.

With Ren now out of the way, there was no one left who could challenge Jaya. After nearly four decades of waiting and competing, he finally saw a clear path to becoming the heir.

The thought was so sweet that Jaya almost smiled openly. In his heart, he quietly thanked Aksai.

Only now did he truly remember who Aksai was. Back then, Aksai had been a nameless drifting cultivator with no background or connections. It was Sirina, his junior martial sister, who had kept recommending him. She insisted that Aksai had potential, and she pushed for Jaya to let Aksai join their circle.

Jaya had been cautious at that time. He didn’t want to waste time or resources on someone who looked ordinary. In fact, he had even tested Aksai’s Spirit Root Aptitude in secret the first time Sirina brought him to the Haan Di Pavilion.

The result had been disappointing: low-grade aptitude.

So Jaya had decided not to invest in him. He didn’t stop Sirina from staying in touch with Aksai, but he didn’t offer anything special either. To him, Aksai had been just another small-time cultivator passing through.

But now… this same Aksai stood in front of them as a Core Formation Lord, a stage Jaya himself could only dream of reaching. The difference between their levels was like heaven and earth.

Jaya felt relieved that he had never offended Aksai, not even once. Thanks to Sirina, he actually had a decent connection with him. Over the years, Sirina had handled all of Aksai’s trade matters, and she had built a good business relationship with Emerald Cove Island—Aksai’s territory.

Jaya silently praised his past self for not blocking Sirina’s actions. At least he hadn’t let his earlier judgment get in the way. Because of that, he now stood on friendly terms with someone as powerful as Aksai.

But he also felt a sting of regret.

If only he had listened to Sirina back then… If he had offered Aksai more benefits when he first arrived… If he had made Aksai an in-name disciple under Haan Di Lord… then everything today would have been even easier.

If Aksai had been tied to his side from the start, Jaya wouldn’t have had to fight Ren for decades. He would have already been the obvious choice for heir. In fact, just one word from Aksai in the future would have been enough to sway the Haan Di administration after Haan Di Lord passed away.

Or even earlier than that.

Knowing how Core Formation Lords treated each other with respect, Haan Di Lord might have directly named Jaya as his heir if he believed Jaya had a close relationship with another Core Formation Lord.

The thought made Jaya sigh quietly in his heart.

Still, even though he had missed that chance, today’s outcome worked strongly in his favor. Ren was finished. And the one who had cut off Ren’s future so cleanly was someone Jaya could call a friendly acquaintance. Probably. It all depended on how his junior martial sister pitched for him in front of Aksai.

Jaya slowly lifted his head just enough to glance at Sirina. When he caught her eye, he made a small motion with his chin, then flicked his gaze toward Aksai. He didn’t dare speak, but the meaning was clear. Go. Talk to him. Make a connection.

He even moved his neck a little, trying to signal her again while keeping his movements small so he wouldn’t be seen. At the same time, he silently begged her in his heart. Tell him about me. Mention me when you get the chance. Please.

Sirina saw everything.

She stared at him flatly, then rolled her eyes so hard Jaya almost flinched. Her thoughts were loud in her own mind.

Now you want to gain favor with Lord Aksai? I told you long ago that he was worth investing all the resources we had in our control. I fuc*king begged you to offer him more benefits, but no, you refused. You said it was a waste. Where is that great brain of yours now? Hmph!

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