After defeating the Archangel of Fire, Tang Xiaojie was so excited that he wanted to run to Master Wang and brag about his achievement. But then he heard a faint cry for help.

It came from the five-dimensional girl. "Help, help me. I'm not going to make it. Help me," she pleaded weakly.

Tang Xiaojie turned and walked over to the five-dimensional girl, squatting down to take a closer look. She was indeed in a bad state, trembling weakly all over, with a flush on her face. Her hands were gripping the nearby grass, sometimes tightening, sometimes loosening, and she had given up trying to cover her chest. Her cries for help were more of a desperate instinct for survival than anything else.

At that moment, Xiaojie remembered what Qu Ma'er had said: this girl was doomed. She had been poisoned by the Lust Bone Poison Mist. If she didn’t get "that," she would die. But how could he ask her for it? Wouldn't that be taking advantage of her? He couldn't do such a thing! She was from a five-dimensional space; if something went wrong, it could cause an international incident. Although Xiaojie was somewhat tempted, reasoning that it was the only way to save her, his rational side suppressed his desire. Xiaojie decided to return to the battlefield in the valley to help Master Wang and the others. Once her people arrived, they could save her if they could. If not, she would have to accept her fate. With this in mind, Xiaojie stood up to leave, but a weak hand grabbed his ankle. A pair of misty eyes looked at him imploringly. The girl seemed to be on the verge of collapse, her chest heaving rapidly. Seeing her desperate eyes and sensing her faint will to live, Xiaojie could no longer resist.

He picked her up and carried her into the depths of the grass. A faint cloud drifted across the sky, obscuring the moon. Xiaojie tore off her exquisitely seamless clothes piece by piece. The sounds of their bodies colliding and rubbing together blended with the other sounds of nature.

The battle in the valley was nearing its end. The remaining Fire Archangels, perhaps sensing the absence of their leader, lost their will to fight and retreated under mutual cover. By now, the sky was already turning light. Master Wang’s selfless assistance quickly earned the gratitude of the five-dimensional beings, and the two sides engaged in a warm conversation.

In the grassy field to the west, Xiaojie lay in the embrace of nature, listening to the five-dimensional girl’s story. She had woken up a while ago, her people possessing strong vitality, and she was aware of what had just happened. She was very grateful to Xiaojie for saving her life. Xiaojie also gained an unexpected reward. At the end of their intimate encounter, a small piece of fresh crimson red adhered to Xiaojie’s manhood, spreading rapidly over his body before merging into him. At that moment, Xiaojie experienced a sensation akin to being blessed by the Three Treasures, undergoing another transformation. Xiaojie’s body changed significantly. Although it appeared normal, it could stretch and contract like rubber when needed. He could change his shape like a squid to pass through obstacles or even transform into other animals or plants. It was incredible.

The five-dimensional girl, named Furly Linda, explained that this was a natural evolution obtained from mating with a five-dimensional virgin. Xiaojie had now evolved into a five-dimensional being, potentially possessing even greater potential. How great it could become was beyond anyone’s imagination.

Furly Linda was one of the few females in the five-dimensional space, as most five-dimensional beings were hermaphrodites. They transcended space and time, so they didn’t fear death. If they faced a fatal threat, they could condense their essence and soul into an egg and be reborn. While rare, single-gender five-dimensional beings did exist. Furly was one such exception, cherished and protected like a precious gem. Wherever she went, she was highly regarded and safeguarded because only single-gender five-dimensional beings could produce new ones.

Now, Furly wore one of Xiaojie's oversized shirts, her enchanting eyes filled with admiration, affection, and gratitude as she looked at him. Her light blue mid-length hair draped over her shoulders. She sat on the grass, her perfect, slender legs half-bent, showcasing the superior qualities of five-dimensional beings. Xiaojie found it hard to look at her, as each glance stirred a feeling of admiration within him.

Xiaojie asked, "What brings you here? Why don’t you stay in the five-dimensional space?"

Furly sighed, "We are the most sensitive beings to everything except gods. You could say we are the closest species to gods. We have sensed that an evil force is coming, and it seems to be targeting your three-dimensional world. We had a wise man named Yuandun who had contact with us before. This time, we came to the three-dimensional world specifically to find him. With his great wisdom, he can give us accurate answers."

Xiaojie: "Aren’t you the ones closest to gods? Why do you need to seek advice from a three-dimensional sage?"

Furly smiled, "All five-dimensional beings originally evolved from three-dimensional beings. Our ancestors reached the five-dimensional world through continuous cultivation. And Yuandun was extraordinary. He could even evolve to the six-dimensional space, which is considered the realm of gods. No evil force would dare to touch the six-dimensional space."

Xiaojie was stunned, sitting up and looking at Furly in amazement. "I never expected that. No wonder you look just like us."

Furly looked at Xiaojie tenderly, reaching out to touch his face. "Unfortunately, we have strict spatial rules and orders. Even though you saved me, I can’t stay here with you. After our mission is complete, I must return. Unless you come to our place. You are now considered a five-dimensional being with a perfect body. But I know you won’t come. You have your mission."

Xiaojie looked into Furly’s clear eyes and sighed. "The future is unpredictable. At least I don’t have that ability. Let’s leave it to fate. For now, let’s go back to your friends."

Furly said nothing more, standing up and following Xiaojie back to the valley. It was clear that Qu Ma'er had forced her to this side. That Fire Archangel had that ability.

When Xiaojie and Furly returned to the battlefield in the valley, Master Wang and the other five-dimensional beings were anxious. They had noticed the absence of both Tang Xiaojie and Furly Linda. During the battle, they had been too engaged in conversation to remember their companions, but now that the fight had ended long ago, they noticed the missing members. Both sides fell into chaos again when Xiaojie and Furly appeared. It was evident that Furly held a high status among the five-dimensional beings. Master Wang, upon seeing Xiaojie, was furious. "Where did you go? Why don’t you listen? I told you to wait for me. You could have helped us or waited here. But you ran off."

Xiaojie patiently explained everything to Master Wang. When he mentioned defeating the Archangel Qu Ma'er, Master Wang was shocked. When Xiaojie said he had become a true five-dimensional being, Master Wang was nearly in disbelief.

"Amazing! What a stroke of luck! Damn it! Why didn’t I ever get such an opportunity? I’m over forty, twice your age, and I never encountered anything like this!" Master Wang seemed to be talking to Xiaojie and to himself.

The other five-dimensional beings learned about what had happened from Fu'er Li and came over to thank Xiao Jie. As they expressed their gratitude, their gazes held a hint of ambiguity, as if they were aware of the intimate encounter between Xiao Jie and Fu'er Li, giving off a sense of camaraderie mixed with other subtle emotions. After some polite exchanges, both parties decided to head to Master Yuan Dun's residence together.

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At this point, Xiao Jie also learned that the huge metal cocoon was actually the five-dimensional beings' means of transportation. Their intelligence was truly impressive. Not to mention how this metal cocoon was seamlessly formed in one go, its power system was entirely green and eco-friendly, powered by sunlight and moonlight. As long as there was even a tiny bit of light, it could sustain its power indefinitely, and during times of ample light, it would store excess energy. Simply amazing. The five-dimensional beings called this vehicle a "navigation vessel." Due to its large size, it was inconvenient to park near Master Yuan Dun's residence, so it had been left here. Unfortunately, as soon as they exited the vessel, they encountered those nasty demons. This was the backstory of how Master Wang and Xiao Jie came to meet them.

Before setting off, Fu'er Li returned to the navigation vessel and changed into another seamless garment, accentuating her graceful figure with a divine allure. During their journey, Xiao Jie learned that Fu'er Li was actually the true leader of their group, and the other five-dimensional beings were merely her attendants. This surprised Xiao Jie quite a bit!

In the five-dimensional world, Fu'er Li not only had a noble status due to her unique gender, but she was also the daughter of the Great Elder. The five-dimensional world had no politics or aristocracy; everyone was equal. However, like any society, they needed a supreme leader, and the Great Elder was that figure. The Great Elder was a male with an independent gender, just like Fu'er Li's mother, who was a female with an independent gender. This made Fu'er Li the beloved of the entire realm.

Each person in the group had different thoughts as they journeyed, but the most complicated feelings were undoubtedly between Xiao Jie and Fu'er Li. Soon, the group of seven reached the northern end of Sanbiao Peak. Under Master Wang's guidance, they arrived at an inconspicuous valley. This place was almost never visited, making the wild grass and trees the happiest inhabitants here. The seven used their flying technique to enter the valley, where a winding path appeared before them. Following the path for about ten minutes, they arrived at a courtyard. The walls were covered with climbing plants and vines, making it difficult to recognize it as a courtyard without careful inspection. Even the gate was heavily covered in vegetation. Master Wang gently parted the vines and pushed open the gate, which was not locked. As the seven entered the courtyard, a new world unfolded before their eyes. It was like a mythical utopia! The courtyard, about five hundred square meters, featured artfully placed rockeries, pavilions, and neat pathways. In the southernmost part of the courtyard, a spring flowed from a one-meter-high rock, the clear water streaming into several pools within the courtyard before exiting through a drainage system in the northern corner of the courtyard wall. At the back of the courtyard, there was a natural mountain body, with a two-meter-high and one-meter-wide wooden door at the base, seemingly growing out of the mountain. Master Wang introduced this as Master Yuan Dun's cave residence, with the door being controlled by magic without any handle. It was truly a wondrous place. Xiao Jie felt that even the air here seemed fresher, making one feel invigorated.

As the seven of them admired the scenery, the cave door opened, and a young Daoist boy of about fifteen or sixteen emerged. Walking toward Master Wang, he said, "Master said there are distinguished guests, so he sent me to welcome them. I wondered who it could be, and it turns out to be you, Little Wang. Why didn't you come inside? It's been a long time since you visited Master."

This fifteen or sixteen-year-old boy called Master Wang "Little Wang," making the older man's face turn red, but he still had to smile and say, "Senior Brother, please don't tease me. I missed Master, so I came to see him."

"Alright, stop explaining. If it weren't for you needing Master's help, would you have come? You good-for-nothing. And you brought so many people this time. What am I supposed to say to you?" The young Daoist boy scanned the group as he spoke.

Master Wang replied, "Senior Brother, please don't tease me. Take me to see Master quickly. These friends are from the five-dimensional world and have come specifically to see Master about an important matter." This statement made the young Daoist boy drop his disdainful expression. He quickly said, "Oh, no wonder I sensed such gentle elemental forces from you. You are indeed esteemed beings. Please follow me, Master is waiting for you."

The young Daoist boy then led them toward the cave.

Xiao Jie felt a bit displeased with this young Daoist boy. Such arrogance at such a young age, calling Master Wang "Little Wang" despite being over forty. Even if he had been a disciple longer, it seemed disrespectful. How could such a great sage like Yuan Dun have such an impolite disciple? It was truly puzzling!

However, as they spent more time together later, Xiao Jie learned that this young Daoist boy practiced authentic Daoist alchemy. At sixteen, he had already achieved immortality and was now over three hundred years old, although he still looked sixteen. He could change his appearance if he wanted to, but he saw no need. This young Daoist boy was named Lin Kainan, and he had been with the old sage Yuan Dun from a young age. For some reason, Yuan Dun did not give him a Daoist name like other disciples, so he remained Lin Kainan. Despite his appearance, he was incredibly skilled and would be a formidable ally when he and Xiao Jie later ventured into the unknown world together. But that is another story.

Once everyone entered the cave residence, they let out another collective gasp. The entrance led to a large hall, meticulously arranged with eight chairs on each side, each paired with a small table. Four walls displayed four paintings of the soul leaving the body, and the cave's height was about five meters. Near the ceiling, a floating light ball the size of a fist provided natural and gentle illumination. The hall led to a corridor with three smaller doors on each side. The purpose of these rooms was unclear. At the end of the corridor was another door, indicating that there were seven small rooms or chambers inside the cave. Lin Kainan asked everyone to sit in the hall while he went to inform the Master. Xiao Jie and the others could only wait patiently.

Lin Kainan walked to the door at the end of the corridor, and before he could knock, a voice from inside said, "Kainan, please bring Fu'er Li and her companions in. Let Wang Yong and his young friend wait for a while."

"Yes, Master, please wait a moment," Lin Kainan responded before returning.

The cave's acoustics were excellent, and everyone heard it clearly. Fu'er Li and the other five-dimensional beings stood up and nodded to Lin Kainan. Lin Kainan led them to the door he had just approached. The door opened automatically, and once they were inside, it closed behind them.

Xiao Jie and Master Wang sat in the hall, exchanging a knowing smile. Worried that Xiao Jie might misunderstand Master Yuan Dun's intentions, Master Wang explained, "It's right to attend to the five-dimensional beings first. We, after all, are family and should prioritize the guests."

Xiao Jie understood perfectly, "Master, you don't need to explain. I get it. But your master is truly amazing. Even the five-dimensional beings regard him as a great sage. You must be incredibly strong too, aren't you holding back a lot when you teach me?" This half-joking remark with a hint of flattery made Master Wang feel very pleased.

Master Wang blushed, "Not at all. You don't understand. Reaching the level of Sword Immortal might seem impressive to ordinary people, but within the Daoist sects, a Sword Immortal is considered incapable of practicing the highest forms of alchemy. I'm merely a lower-grade Sword Immortal."

In his conversation with Master Wang, Xiao Jie gained a deeper understanding of Master Yuan Dun and the mysterious cave residence. The room at the end of the corridor was Master Yuan Dun's private chamber, which also included a living room and bedroom. The six rooms along the corridor were smaller, with the leftmost room being Lin Kainan's residence, and the one opposite it used to be Master Wang's. These rooms were seldom occupied, except for the occasional visiting guest who might stay for a night or two. This place was Master Yuan Dun's retreat from the world. The old sage was beyond worldly concerns, and no one knew his exact age. He seemed to neither eat nor sleep, functioning like an eternal machine that required no energy. According to Master Wang, this was the highest level of Daoist alchemy: the state of a perfected being who transcends sleep and food, truly free from the cycles of birth, aging, sickness, and death.

Hearing this, Xiao Jie felt fortunate: having such a high master to teach him must be a great blessing. The teachings would undoubtedly surpass those of Master Wang!

After some time, the door to Master Yuan Dun's room opened again, and Fu'er Li and the other four five-dimensional beings emerged. Their faces showed no obvious emotions, but Fu'er Li approached Xiao Jie and said, "I have to leave now. There are a few things I need to tell you. Shall we take a walk outside?"