233: Immortal Sect Disciple

This day.

Every household in Maple Leaf City was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and the streets were overflowing with people, all standing neatly on both sides, eagerly looking towards the city gate.

There, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder and a group of high-ranking Lin Family members stood, dressed in splendid robes, smiles adorning every face.

The city gate was even more adorned with various festive ribbons, creating a lively and grand atmosphere.

Whoosh—

In the distant sky, two streaks of light whistled over, tracing a perfect arc.

In the soft glow of the morning light, two figures gradually emerged, appearing on a soft radiance, emanating powerful Qi.

Everyone craned their necks, eyes fixed, afraid of missing anything important.

As the two figures slowly approached, everyone gradually saw who they were.

It was a man and a woman.

The man was tall and imposing, standing with his hands behind his back, a hint of arrogance on his fair-skinned face. His brows bore a resemblance to Zhou Luo.

Beside him was a woman treading on a flying sword. Her figure was graceful, like an Immortal, a touch of indifference on her delicate, pale face. Her clear, beautiful eyes blinked slightly, as if an Immortal from heaven had descended, captivating the hearts of countless men.

The two slowly descended, arriving at the city gate.

At the city gate, the Lin Family members had already gathered, dressed in magnificent clothes, their faces beaming with pride and joy.

As the figures of the man and woman drew closer, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder excitedly stepped forward, leading the clansmen to form two lines, creating a solemn and wide path.

Sunlight shone on the man and woman, both dressed in azure robes, intricately embroidered with cloud patterns.

On their chests, the characters “Qingyuan” were extremely conspicuous.

They were Sect Disciples.

As the two approached, the Family members cheered in unison, their voices echoing through the sky.

Children excitedly waved the colorful ribbons in their hands, and the Elders' eyes sparkled with tears.

Lin Ze, Tenth Elder looked at the two with deep emotion, a joyful smile on his somewhat aged face: “My dear grandchildren, you have finally returned.”

These two, a man and a woman, were none other than Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling, who had been sent to Azure Origin Sect.

By this time, fifteen years had passed since they were sent to Azure Origin Sect.

They were Lin Xi’s children, and naturally, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder’s grandchildren.

But in response to their grandfather’s call, their expressions were somewhat cold, merely nodding slightly.

Lin Ze, Tenth Elder’s expression froze slightly. When he felt the Qi emanating from them, his heart trembled.

Qi Training stage, eighth level?

He looked at the grandchildren before him in disbelief, his eyes filled with deep shock.

He remembered Zhou Changle was only twenty years old, and Zhou Shiling was only seventeen and a half.

Yet, both of them had reached the eighth level, and judging by the fluctuations in their Qi, they were not far from the ninth level.

For a moment, Lin Ze, Tenth Elder’s heart surged, followed by immense joy.

The Lin Family had hope of rising.

In his pleasant mood, he did not take his grandchildren's coldness to heart.

In his opinion, the two would most likely achieve Foundation Establishment in the future, and might even become Golden Core True Persons.

It was normal for him, a small Qi Training cultivator, not to be regarded highly by them.

Especially since they were also Sect Disciples, and their Master was a Golden Core True Person.

After Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling nodded, they walked straight ahead.

Others shouted the title of “Immortal,” but the two remained expressionless, calm throughout.

As if nothing could affect their emotions.

Yet, in the eyes of many, this was only natural.

Because in their view, these two were no longer ordinary Lin Family members, but Sect Disciples.

The difference in status brought different effects.

Moreover, they also had a Golden Core True Person as their Master.

Greeting those enthusiastic and reverent gazes, the two arrived at the Lin Family mansion.

At the entrance, the Lin Family Patriarch and other Elders had been waiting for a long time.

They wore smiles, and seeing the two appear, their eyes curved in even greater joy.

Patriarch Lin Tianxiong was about to step forward to exchange greetings and ask a few questions.

However, after Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling exchanged glances, they actually rose directly into the air, flying towards the interior of the Lin Family.

This scene left the Lin Family members dumbfounded.

Their expressions were slightly surprised, but they did not feel that the other party was rude; instead, they felt that they should be like this.

Disciples of a Golden Core True Person, after all, should have some arrogance.

The Lin Family did not expect them to be overly grateful to the Family, as they were no longer people of the same world. It would be excellent if they could offer a little care.

As a result, no one mentioned the fact that the two violated Family rules by openly flying above the Family.

Lin Tianxiong gave a wry smile and led the others back.

Zhou Garden.

Compared to the festive and bustling atmosphere outside.

It was much quieter here. The only thing somewhat special was that the servants were quite busy, seemingly preparing for something.

Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling streaked through the air and landed in Zhou Garden.

They looked at the main building, their steps hurried, and went straight to the main hall.

Stepping into the main hall, they immediately saw the bearded man in green robes sitting in the main seat.

Thud—

Without hesitation, both knelt on the ground.

“Father!”

Zhou Luo looked at his returning children, a satisfied nod on his face.

Lin Xi, standing beside him, had slightly red eyes, her deep longing already evident.

“Mother!”

The two bowed to her again.

Lin Xi could no longer hold back, tears streaming down her face. She quickly got up and rushed towards her children, her eyes blurred with tears.

“My good children.” She walked up to them and helped them up.

And seeing their mother’s appearance, the indifference and arrogance on Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling’s faces vanished, replaced by childlike smiles.

“Mother.” The three embraced.

Zhou Luo watched quietly, his expression as calm as still water.

He had been in Cultivation for fifteen years, and had now entered the Qi Training stage, ninth level. If his children had not returned, he might not have left seclusion.

And in these fifteen years, he had fathered ten more children.

As his Cultivation improved, the difficulty of having children also increased.

However, the lifespan added by these ten children alone had already reached over a thousand years. Even if he stopped having children, he could still achieve Immortality through Cultivation.

Perhaps it was due to the increase in his lifespan that, even at nearly fifty years old, his appearance remained unchanged, just as it was when he was twenty.

For this exit from seclusion, he had even deliberately grown a beard to avoid suspicion.

After Lin Xin had chatted with her children for a long time, Xu Changsheng also walked in from outside.

He was respectful, a happy expression on his face, and said: “Master, the banquet is almost ready.”

“If that’s the case, then let’s meet everyone.” Zhou Luo was the first to get up and walk outside.

Zhou Changle and Zhou Shiling looked at their father, their expressions humble, supporting their mother, and respectfully followed behind.