Two Realms Shuttle Gate: Don't Call Me a Demon!

Three days swiftly passed.

In those three days, Su Jie did not stay in his mansion to cultivate in seclusion but roamed around Nanyang City under the guide of Li Chunhai, primarily learning from Heavenly Soul Sect about the advanced techniques of harvesting Fear Energy and pondering the future possibilities of using these on Blue Star.

However, during his walks, a certain discourse concerning him emerged.

Word spread that Su Jie had slighted the Chongzhou Demon Path, which inexplicably made him the center of controversy.

It was clear that someone was deliberately slandering him, but Su Jie didn't care; his formidable strength was the foundation of his confidence.

When the day arrived for the 300th birthday of the Heavenly Soul Sect Master...

A massive mansion was decked out with red lanterns emblazoned with the character for "longevity," red silk and colorful satin draped the corridors, and the golden character for "longevity" on the gate shone brightly in the sunlight. Flower baskets for congratulations were placed on both sides, interspersed with fresh flowers and pine trees symbolizing everlasting youth and fortune, the festive atmosphere permeating the air.

Beautiful maids bore a variety of fine foods and wines, bustling through the courtyard. In the center, a large banquet table was set, covered with bright red brocade, laden with sweet longevity peaches and auspicious longevity noodles. Beside it, a tall case held soaring longevity candles, their flames flickering while the sounds of silk and bamboo instruments wafted overhead, melodious and pleasing.

All the Outer Disciples of the Heavenly Soul Sect were seated at a long table as their status did not qualify them to enter the mansion directly. Only inner disciples, Elders, and birthday guests were allowed inside.

"Sky Wolf Village's Xu Qingshan presents one Green Phoenix Pine Tree, wishing Sect Master Lu everlasting youth and eternal spring."

"Illusion Tower's Chen Xushui presents one portion of Heavenly Fox Marrow Liquid and a pair of Golden Phoenix Glass Bottles, wishing Sect Master Lu blessings as vast as the eastern sea and a life longer than Mount Nan, leading Heavenly Soul Sect to greater glory and raising the banner of our Demon Path."

"Golden Brilliance Sect..."

As noon approached, a steady stream of guests arriving for the birthday brought one rare treasure after another as gifts.

The majority of those coming to offer birthday greetings were led by leaders from the Secret Realm, who brought along several of the most promising disciples from their sects to broaden their experience.

As hosts, the Heavenly Soul Sect had Elders greeting the guests at the mansion's main gate, warmly exchanging pleasantries before having the inner disciples escort the guests to their seats.

"Blood Demon Cave's Chang Shiyang presents one bottle of Eight-Transformation Spirit Spring Pill, wishing Sect Master Lu a long and boundless life, bright as the sun and moon."

"Ghost Ridge Palace's Su Jie, wishing Sect Master Lu a fortune and longevity that matches the heavens."

Nearly simultaneously, two voices spoke up, leaving the bustling doorway momentarily stilled.

But everyone present was seasoned in the ways of Jianghu, quickly masking their expressions and resuming their conversations, though their gazes irresistibly drifted towards the entrance, focusing on the two individuals recently at the storm's center.

In the crowd, Su Jie, dressed in a wide black robe, tall and straight, casually tied his long hair at the back of his head, his eyes deep and bright, walked with strides that resonated with the spiritual energy of heaven and earth swirling around him, commanding respect from those nearby.

Not far away, Chang Shiyang clad in a blood-red robe darkened noticeably upon seeing Su Jie, his demeanor clouded over as if he were about to erupt in murderous rage at any moment.

"Today is Sect Master Lu's birthday; I wouldn't want to dirty the floor or spoil his mood. Be thankful for your life."

Su Jie glanced at Chang Shiyang and said coldly with a sneer.

"You..."

Chang Shiyang's teeth clenched noisily, just about to retort when Di Xiu timely grasped his shoulder.

"Master Chang, Master Su, please come in. Don't stand chatting at the door; it would not do for others to see and think that we at the Heavenly Soul Sect don't know how to host our guests properly."

Simultaneously, Xue Xin greeting the guests at the doorway also quickly spoke up, smoothly stepping between Su Jie and Chang Shiyang to prevent any conflict from arising, fearing that it would be tough to handle if things escalated there.

"I wouldn't stoop to engage with trash anyway."

Su Jie withdrew his gaze, walking into the mansion under Xue Xin's escort.

"Scoundrel, be smug now, but you'll regret it one day."

Chang Shiyang's inner hatred surged like a tide, clenched fists, face exceedingly grim as he watched Su Jie's retreating figure.

"Young master, restrain yourself a bit."

Di Xiu cautioned, fearing Chang Shiyang might act rashly as they really were no match for Su Jie, and it was also an inappropriate occasion.

"Hmph! Let's go!"

It took Chang Shiyang several seconds to calm his rage before he stepped into the mansion.

Inside the mansion, it was bustling, with guests mingling. The stream of exquisite dishes crafted from various types of Spirit Rice, Spiritual Bird, and Spiritual Wine, meticulously cooked to create fragrant aromas and tantalizing dishes, inspired drooling desire.

In the center of the hall, dancers dressed in gorgeous attire gracefully moved to the melodious sounds of the lute, their long sleeves flowing like clouds, dancing elegantly.

In the longevity hall, a man dressed in a bright red robe, with a golden crown, a hooked nose, and sharp eyebrows, was seated in the high hall, receiving a continuous stream of guests coming to toast.

This man appeared to be in his fifties, nowhere near what one would expect of a 300-year-old elder.

This was the celebrant of the day, Heavenly Soul Sect Master, Lu Jingshi.

Following Xue Xin, Su Jie approached, as Lu Jingshi dismissed a group of visiting guests, smiling at Su Jie: "Master Su, may I call you that? It's been half a year since we met after the sect war. Now, Master Su, your elegance surpasses your past. This progress is truly astonishing; you are indeed a Demon Path Immortal Seed, a sight to behold!"