86: The most beautiful list of wilderness, famous through the ages

“We came here because the Zixi Divine Dynasty’s once-a-decade Desolate Peerless Beauty Ranking is about to begin, and we want our third sister to participate in the competition,” Qiu Ling stated their purpose.

“So that’s it. Fellow Daoist Qiu Luo is indeed a peerless beauty, and she will certainly be among the ranked this time,” Ji Yi praised. Qiu Luo was indeed very beautiful, just like Ye Qingrou, standing among the top beauties Ji Yi had ever seen.

“But my Ziyan is still the most beautiful!” Ji Yi added in his heart.

“I’m not worried about my third sister’s appearance, but the Peerless Beauty Ranking doesn’t just consider looks. There are countless beautiful female Cultivators, and many talented ones. Most importantly, it depends on fame. The greater the fame, the more votes one will receive,” Qiu Luo said, lacking much confidence in this regard.

After all, Qiu Luo had been shy since childhood and had always stayed within her clan to Cultivate. Those female Cultivators interested in the Peerless Beauty Ranking had already come to Nüdi City to build their fame.

Ji Yi could understand. It was like actors in his previous life; if their fame was strong enough, their acting careers would be endless. Among actors, there were countless handsome men and beautiful women who couldn't get roles.

As for why female Cultivators flocked to the Peerless Beauty Ranking, it was because the Peerless Beauty Ranking was an Extreme Dao Imperial Armament refined by the Empress. As long as one's name was on the list, they could receive Luck blessings.

Luck! Which Cultivator wouldn't want it? First, fate; second, Luck; third, feng shui. Luck is especially important for a Cultivator. Picking up treasures when going out, escaping from crises—all are influenced by Luck.

Furthermore, how many female Cultivators could refuse to have their beauty praised by the world? Cultivators also have vanity. If they were truly pure-hearted and desireless, they wouldn't Cultivate at all.

“My biggest concern is fame. My third sister has only been in Nüdi City for a few days, and the voting for the Peerless Beauty Ranking will begin in half a month,” Qiu Luo expressed her worry.

“Fellow Daoist Qiu Ling, since we are friends, your sister’s matter is my matter. I have some experience in creating fame. I will do my humble best in this matter,” Ji Yi said.

Ye Qingrou and Xiao Yu exchanged glances, both seeing admiration in each other’s eyes. They were already friends? And he was taking full responsibility? Ji Yi’s thick skin left a deep impression on them.

“Oh! I wonder what brilliant plan Brother Ji has?” Qiu Ling asked curiously. Although the Ji Family had strong influence, most of those participating in the Peerless Beauty Ranking competition were backed by Immortal forces, whose influence was only slightly weaker. This wasn't a battle, so why was Ji Yi so confident?

“Sister Qiu Ling, please allow me to keep you in suspense. Tell me your lodging, and I will arrange the rest.” Ji Yi was already calling her ‘sister.’ Even a fatty would have to admit defeat.

“It depends on Brother Ji’s ability. If my third sister successfully competes for the ranking, I will persuade her to withdraw the lawsuit against your friend,” Qiu Ling, of course, knew the purpose of Ji Yi helping them.

“We are family, no need for formalities. Come, let’s toast!” Ji Yi said grandly.

“Cough, cough…” Xiao Yu was still drinking tea. Hearing Ji Yi’s words, he almost spat out his tea. They were already family? When did this happen? Why didn’t I know?

This tea gathering concluded with both sides initially satisfied. Ji Yi and the two others escorted the three Qiu Ling sisters back to their lodging, and then Ji Yi took Xiao Yu and Ye Qingrou to the Ji Clan Restaurant.

Along the way, Ye Qingrou and Xiao Yu hesitated to speak. They really couldn't figure out where Ji Yi got such great confidence. They waited until they returned to the top floor of the Ji Clan Restaurant, which was reserved for Ji Family disciples, complete with a living room, rooms, and Cultivation chambers.

“Does Invincible Brother have a good idea?” Ye Qingrou couldn’t help but ask. She had thought all the way back but couldn’t come up with a good plan. Creating momentum? Everyone knew how to do that, but it was clearly too late for Qiu Luo.

Xiao Yu also gave a questioning look. He also wanted to know the answer.

“Since ancient times, there’s a method everyone knows for a woman to quickly gain fame: to mark her with a poem that can be passed down through the ages, so that when people hear the poem, they think of her. That way, it’s hard for her fame not to grow,” Ji Yi said.

“Of course, we know that, but where do we find such a poem on short notice? Even those great poets can’t just write timeless masterpieces at will,” Ye Qingrou said exasperatedly.

“Invincible Brother, you don’t mean to tell us that you’re confident you can compose such a poem, do you?” Xiao Yu asked, posing what he found unbelievable but was the most reasonable answer. Otherwise, why would Ji Yi be so confident? This confidence must stem from himself.

“Your junior is not very talented, but I can still write a few poems that will be passed down through the ages,” Ji Yi said modestly. He had to be modest, because he was planning to borrow poems from poets like Li Shi Xian. He himself didn't have that ability.

This world was flourishing with the Dao of Cultivation, but when it came to poetry, it was far inferior to Earth. After all, everyone here focused on Cultivating the Dao.

“I really don’t know what gave you such confidence,” Ye Qingrou suspected Ji Yi had gone mad. Passed down through the ages, and ‘a few’? Is that something a person would say?

“Seeing how little you believe me, I’m truly heartbroken. I’ll just show off a little.” Ji Yi took out paper and a brush from his Na Ring. Step back! He was about to show off.

In Qingqiu, there is a fair maiden, peerless and independent. One glance can topple a city, a second glance can topple a kingdom.

Clouds desire her attire, flowers her countenance; the spring breeze brushes the railing, and dew is rich. If not seen on the Peak of Jade Mountain, then one would meet her beneath the moon on the Jade Terrace.

Ji Yi easily recited these two poems. In his previous life, he was a lover of ancient poetry, and he could remember many famous poems.

Ye Qingrou and Xiao Yu watched as Ji Yi wrote out the two exquisite poems, word by word, and couldn’t help but murmur them aloud. The more they read, the more profound they felt. These were better than any poem they had ever read.

“Ah, this…” The facts were laid bare; they couldn't help but believe.

“Invincible Brother’s talent makes us feel ashamed!” Xiao Yu was convinced. Ji Yi could completely become the Peak existence in the poetry world of the Desolate Continent with these two poems.

“Indeed, one cannot judge a book by its cover, or a melon by its skin. Ji Wudi, I admit I have to look at you with new eyes,” Ye Qingrou was also won over.

“Basic operation, no big deal. The poems are done. Next is the time for action. This matter will trouble Brother Xiao,” Ji Yi said to Xiao Yu.

“I suddenly have a bad feeling,” Xiao Yu saw the ill intent in Ji Yi’s eyes.

“These are minor matters. Brother Xiao, tomorrow, go to Qiu Luo’s lodging and find an opportunity to recite these two poems publicly to Qiu Luo, letting those nearby hear them. Qiu Luo’s fame will surely greatly increase with the spread of these two poems,” Ji Yi said confidently.

“Why me? Brother Ji, you can do it too!” Xiao Yu said, speechless.

“I have a fiancée, do you?” Ji Yi only had one reply to that.

“…” Xiao Yu admitted defeat. You have a fiancée, you’re amazing! You’re aloof!