Chapter 85: A Family Member's Birthday, Zhang Kai's Blind Date

Although he wasn't too keen on the matchmaking arrangement, it wasn't just a formality—he didn't mind. Zhang Kai spent some time with his mother and sister, then returned to his own room and took out the shadowy apparition of the Book of Life and Death he had obtained from the Emperor of the Northern Underworld.

This artifact could grant ordinary people extra years of life.

The reason Zhang Kai had acquired it, naturally, was for his family.

Without hesitation, he added the names of his father, mother, brother, and sister.

In an instant, four names appeared, each accompanied by a number denoting their lifespan.

Zhang Mingren: 83
Wang Hui: 54
Zhang Yue: 77
Zhang Yao: 91

Seeing these numbers, Zhang Kai felt a pang in his heart.

His mother's lifespan was shockingly short.

Had he not checked this time, she wouldn't have had many good years left!

Yet her health was excellent—something unexpected must have happened.

No, his family could never be short-lived.

Resolutely, Zhang Kai manipulated the shadowy Book of Life and Death to lengthen their lifespans.

Soon, the numbers kept rising.

After a moment, his father's lifespan reached 109, his mother's 106, his brother's 97, and his sister's—an astonishing 118.

At this point, no matter how he tried to push further, the numbers wouldn't budge.

Clearly, everyone had their own limits.

There was nothing more he could do, but Zhang Kai was satisfied.

An average of over a hundred years; his family had become a clan of longevity. In the future, with generations flourishing, having six generations under one roof shouldn't be a problem.

This was the best arrangement for now.

As for whether there would be more arrangements in the future, that would depend.

One shouldn't plan too far ahead in life—it would only be exhausting.

With these matters settled, Zhang Kai checked his own entry out of curiosity.

Instantly, his name appeared on the shadowy Book.

Lifespan: 1788

Seeing the number, Zhang Kai's eyes sparkled.

Incredible—he had truly broken the limits and stepped into the extraordinary.

A lifespan close to two thousand years—he was practically immortal, even by mythical standards.

He wondered if he could add more to his own years.

With a thought, something miraculous happened.

The remaining 875 years of life from the Book floated up and merged.

Zhang Kai's lifespan became: 2663.

Then, as if its mission was complete, the shadowy Book disintegrated and vanished.

This...

Zhang Kai was stunned.

He had just gained over eight hundred years?

Did his body really evolve to such an extent?

It seemed unbelievable.

But Zhang Kai was pleased.

At least nothing was wasted.

And with more than two thousand years, he could live as he pleased for ages.

The night passed uneventfully.

The next morning, Zhang Kai woke early.

It had been a long time since he'd slept well.

This time, coming home with nothing on his mind, he slept like an ordinary person and felt surprisingly comfortable.

Just as he finished washing up, his mother also rose and said, "I've made an appointment for you—nine thirty, at the Orchid Pavilion Tea Restaurant on West Street. I've reserved the seats, just go directly."

Zhang Kai couldn't help but laugh. "Mom, is this really necessary? Do you think your son can't find a wife?"

"You can, but finding one late is another matter. Don't give me nonsense. Go and see—if you like her, I'll give you money to start a business. If not, then forget it and find your own way."

Clearly, his mother didn't believe Zhang Kai had made any money. From a mother's perspective, she knew her son inside and out—she just couldn't imagine there was such a thing as a cheat in life.

Zhang Kai didn't want to explain, because it would never make sense—how could he explain the tens of millions in his account?

Since it was arranged, he might as well go, treat it as a stroll.

After breakfast, seeing that it was the right time, Zhang Kai headed out for West Street.

His hometown was a small city, barely on the map. Though it lacked any major industries, steady progress had made for decent development.

West Street had become popular in recent years—a bustling area with food, fun, and entertainment, plus a fountain plaza where people liked to gather.

He arrived shortly after nine.

Zhang Kai was about to head to the tea restaurant when something caught his eye.

By the fountain, an old man and a young boy stood watching the water.

No one paid them any attention—they were perfectly ordinary.

Yet in Zhang Kai's eyes, the old man was shrouded in an aura of darkness, entirely devoid of the vitality of the living. Yet here he was, free to walk in bright daylight, unaffected by the sun.

That was rather mysterious.

Zhang Kai watched with curiosity for a while, then approached.

As he drew near, he saw that the young one was a boy of seven or eight, looking well-behaved, cute, and deeply absorbed in the fountain.

The old man was expressionless, his gaze unfocused, simply keeping the boy company.

But as Zhang Kai came closer, the old man suddenly moved, turning to look at him. Those lifeless eyes, dull and empty, would make most people uneasy.

At that moment, Zhang Kai noticed a faint wave of magical energy within the old man's dark aura.

It was weak, but unmistakably magic.

Was he being controlled?

Pondering, Zhang Kai smiled gently at the old man, appearing friendly and harmless.

But the old man continued to stare, unmoving and unwelcoming.

Zhang Kai glanced at the boy, thought for a moment, then quietly stepped back and turned away.

Just then, the boy looked at Zhang Kai, his eyes pleading for help.

"My dear grandson, it's time to go home," the old man said, turning to the boy. His mouth didn't move, but the voice was clear.

The boy glanced nervously at the old man, nodded in silence.

Not long after, Zhang Kai found the Orchid Pavilion Tea Restaurant, checked in, and sat down to wait, scrolling through Douyin on his phone.

The very first video made him laugh.

It was a statement from the national Ministry of Foreign Affairs announcing diplomatic relations with the Ultraman clan, complete with a phone number for friendly visits.

Apparently, his earlier comment had been answered.

But it was also a viable path.

As the saying goes: "When poor, cultivate oneself; when rich, help the world."

Using the Ultraman identity to connect with the nation, to bring good things to the country, to improve people's lives and build a brighter future—such was his duty as a citizen.

He wasn't in a hurry to become immortal; with over two thousand years, there was plenty of time.

He jotted down the number, planning to contact them later.

Soon, two young women approached.

"Hello, are you Zhang Kai?" one of them asked.

Zhang Kai looked them over—both quite attractive, around an eighty out of a hundred. The speaker was especially striking, tall and curvaceous, fair-skinned, which boosted her appeal. Yet her wavy hair and aura seemed a bit off.

"Yes, hello, please have a seat," Zhang Kai said, rising with a smile.

The two girls sized him up, then sat down.

"My name is Bai Jie, I'm a teacher. Let's get straight to the point—what do you do, and what are your plans for the future?" the girl asked, her tone direct, clearly experienced.

For Zhang Kai, this was a first, and he found it amusing. Smiling, he replied, "I'm unemployed and planning to live off my parents."

At that, both girls' eyes lit up.