World's Strongest Martial Warrior

Peter Parker gave Yu Yi Xian a brief glance, firmly rejecting her offer. Without further ado, he turned and departed with Chu Lingyun in tow.    

"Damn, this kid actually turned down my offer. Impressive!"    

Onlookers couldn't help but admire Peter Parker's boldness as he dismissed Yu Yi Xian's proposal without a second thought.    

The Yu Family, hailing from Yu Luo Immortal City, was a prestigious Great Luo faction within the Northern Chill Province. Very few in the vast Northern Chill Immortal Domain would dare cross them.    

In such a scenario, most would likely relent and hand over the ancient book to Yu Yi Xian.    

After all, doing so could net them ten thousand immortal stones and potentially forge a valuable connection with the Yu Family.    

Yet this young man clad in black didn't waver for a moment.    

Even if the ancient book was indeed a relic, snubbing Yu Yi Xian over an item of uncertain value seemed ill-advised.    

"If you are not inclined to trade, then I shall not press the matter. Farewell!"    

Yu Yi Xian said with a chuckle, then promptly led the elder beside him away, making a swift exit.    

However, the moment they left the trading market, Yu Yi Xian's smile vanished.    

"Humph, some nobody actually has the nerve to snub me."    

A fierce light sparkled in Yu Yi Xian's eyes. "Pill Elder, keep a covert watch on that youngster. I will ensure he regrets this!"    

For years, no one had dared to defy him so openly.    

He had restrained himself earlier only due to Old Man Duobao's presence, but that didn't mean he was going to let the matter slide.    

And there was more at stake...    

The ancient book was a relic sold by Prabhutaratna Old Man, certainly no ordinary piece. He was determined to acquire it, come what may.    

"Don't worry, young master," the grey-clad elder assured him, then vanished in the blink of an eye.    

...    

Once Yu Yi Xian had departed, Peter Parker lingered only briefly in the trading market. He then escorted Chu Lingyun to the site of Yu Yi Immortal's teleportation formation.    

The fact that Yu Yi Xian was willing to part with twenty thousand immortal stones for ancient books suggested he recognized their exceptional nature.    

Since the man had taken an interest in the ancient book he now possessed, he wasn't likely to relinquish his pursuit easily. Yu Yi Xian had refrained from arguing earlier, but he appeared to be wary of something. To avoid any unnecessary complications, Peter Parker planned to depart from Heavenly Flame Immortal City at the earliest opportunity.    

However, there was a snag. The teleportation formation to Violet Spirit City wouldn't be operational for another three days. With no other choice, Peter Parker found an inn in Sky Flame Immortal City to bide his time.    

"Big Brother Peter Parker, that Yu Yi Immortal won't just let this go. I'm worried it's not safe for us to stay in this city any longer," Chu Lingyun whispered.    

To Chu Lingyun, the Profound Medical Immortal Sect was of modest standing. Even the Golden Immortal Sect loomed as a formidable force she dared not cross. And Yu Yi Xian, hailing from the even more influential Great Luo Clan, posed a significant threat if they were marked by him.    

"This Heavenly Flame Immortal City falls under the jurisdiction of a Great Luo faction. Yu Yi Xian's hesitation to confront us earlier was likely due to some reservations," Peter Parker said with a slight smile. "I'm confident he won't act rashly before we've left Heavenly Flame Immortal City."    

"The survival of the fittest reigns supreme in the Immortal World, where power commands respect. Given Yu Yi's standing, even the Heavenly Flame Immortal Sect might turn a blind eye if he were to strike within the city," Chu Lingyun said, shaking her head slowly. "I sense that Yu Yi Xian isn't intimidated by the Great Luo forces here, but rather by the enigmatic old man who sold you the ancient book."    

"Oh?" Peter Parker responded, his expression one of surprise. "Do you know who that old man is?"    

"I don't, but it seems Immortal Yu Yi might, and he's likely someone of considerable influence," Chu Lingyun replied, looking up at Peter Parker. "I have a feeling that the old man came specifically for you, intending to entrust you with that ancient book."    

Hearing this, Peter Parker was taken aback. His time in the Immortal World had been brief, and he had yet to acquaint himself with any of its prominent figures. How could such a person have sought him out specifically?    

"Kid, don't sell yourself short. You've been shouldering the legacy of many illustrious figures from the Immortal World. The Longevity Immortal King, the guardian of the Tower of Time, and the one who bestowed upon you the Green Emperor's Secret Art of Longevity."    

At that moment, the immortal monument's voice echoed in Peter Parker's mind.    

Peter's heart raced, prompting him to inquire, "Senior, do you know the identity of the old man who sold me the ancient book?"    

"I'm afraid not. My time away from the Immortal World has been lengthy, and I'm not well-versed in its current affairs. However, I'm confident that the old man likely means you no harm. Your immediate concern should be the youngster from the Allheaven Clan."    

"Immortal Yu Yi, indeed..."    

While Immortal Yu Yi was undeniably talented, he was only a Second Grade Heavenly Immortal. At his peak, he might match a Seventh Grade Heavenly Immortal in strength. Peter, of course, had no reason to fear him.    

However...    

The elder at his side surpassed Huang Tianhua, a formidable half-step Golden Immortal Realm warrior, by more than just a notch. He was undoubtedly a true Golden Immortal.    

Despite Peter's own status as a Fourth Grade Heaven Immortal, taking on a Golden Immortal would be no small feat.    

Nevertheless...    

When the time came, he would have no choice but to stand his ground.    

Peter shook his head, dismissing the thought. He pulled out the ancient tome he had acquired and delved into its contents.    

He was eager to uncover the secrets of this ancient book, which the old man had referred to as the 'Immemorial Immortal Emperor.'    

The book's age was evident; its cover was nearly disintegrated, making it impossible to discern its true nature from the exterior.    

Taking a deep breath, Peter opened the ancient volume.    

Before him lay an incomplete design, reminiscent of an enigmatic palm print, seemingly imbued with an aspect of Immortal Dao Law.    

"Could this ancient book be a supreme Immortal Art?" he wondered.    

As Peter gazed at the palm print, his eyes lit up with an intense spark of intrigue.    

If the ancient tome was indeed connected to the Immemorial Immortal Emperor as the elder had claimed, then the Immortal Art within its pages was likely a Monarch Immortal Art of great significance.    

Peter Parker gazed intently at the tome, endeavoring to unlock the secrets of the Immortal Art it contained, aided by the system's ability to enhance his understanding a hundredfold.    

Should he succeed in his comprehension, it would be tantamount to acquiring an emperor-level Immortal Art for the price of ten thousand immortal stones—a bargain of epic proportions.    

Peter remained engrossed in the ancient text, losing track of time as he delved deeper into its mysteries. Suddenly, a notification from the system broke the silence in his mind.    

"Alert! You are examining the incomplete Emperor Immortal Art, known as the Heavenly Emperor Seal. To fully grasp it, you must delve a hundred times deeper."    

"Alert! You have successfully grasped one ten-thousandth of the Heavenly Emperor Seal!"