691: You are handsome, which makes me feel comfortable.

"Currently, Fire Province has many major events and is incredibly lively. In seven days, Pure Yang Holy Land will host a Heroes Gathering Assembly in Spirit City. Various Holy Lands, Imperial Clans, and Ancient Sects will be invited. It will surely be a fierce competition and extremely bustling. Some invitations have already been sent out, and soon this matter will spread."

In a corner, a charming and lovely woman in a Gilded Long Dress spoke softly.

"Pure Yang Holy Land is hosting a Heroes Gathering Assembly?"

Hearing this, everyone was surprised; they hadn't heard any rumors about this.

They quickly looked at the woman: "Miss, could you elaborate on this matter?"

The woman poured a cup of tea and smiled, saying: "I heard that after Golden Crow Ancient Holy Son was brought back to Pure Yang Holy Land, he awakened from his slumber. He spoke of some peculiar things, which is why Pure Yang Holy Land decided to hold this Heroes Gathering Assembly! This assembly, I imagine, is not just a fierce competition; it might involve other matters as well."

"If that's the case, we might have to find a way to join in the fun."

Everyone's hearts stirred. As Cultivators of Fire Province, they naturally understood Pure Yang Holy Land's style.

Pure Yang Holy Land rarely hosts any assemblies. The sudden organization of this Heroes Gathering Assembly surely involves something far from simple.

The woman chuckled: "This grand event is not simple; ordinary people might not be qualified to enter, but... it's not entirely impossible."

Everyone quickly asked: "May we know your excellent opinion, Miss?"

This woman, who knew about Pure Yang Holy Land's affairs, must not be simple.

Xie Weilou also stared at the woman, taking a glance. He found that her cultivation wasn't low, but not very high either, only at the Early Stage of Gui Xu.

The woman smiled and said: "This humble one is Xu Lingyue, a Disciple of Jie Tian Sect. I happen to have an invitation that can bring two people in!"

"What? Miss is a Disciple of Jie Tian Sect?"

Everyone was shocked after hearing this.

Jie Tian Sect is one of the great sects of the Eastern Barrens. In terms of foundation, it is absolutely no weaker than the various Holy Lands or Imperial Clans.

Xu Lingyue chuckled: "You all just need to know! I can bring two people to this grand banquet. You just need to pretend to be my guards at that time."

"Miss Xu, what do you think of me? Besides being a bit ugly, everything else about me is good."

"Miss Xu, I have some skills; fighting three to five Cultivators is no problem. How about you bring me in?"

"Miss Xu, entering or not isn't important; I mainly want to be your guard."

"…"

Some Cultivators around quickly spoke up. Being a guard for a Disciple of Jie Tian Sect was a great stroke of luck!

If they could thus befriend a favored daughter of Jie Tian Sect, or even be noticed by Jie Tian Sect, that would be a blessing cultivated over several lifetimes.

Xu Lingyue took a sip of fragrant tea and said with a rich smile: "The spots are limited, so I can only choose the people myself..."

As she said this, her gaze fell on Xie Weilou: "Young Master, are you willing to be my guard?"

Xie Weilou froze for a second, then smiled faintly: "No!"

"Uh..."

Xu Lingyue was also startled. She then said: "Don't you want to consider it?"

Xie Weilou retorted: "I'm just a Profound Manifestation Realm Cultivator. I wonder what about me caught your eye, Miss?"

Xu Lingyue's lips curved slightly upward: "Because you're handsome, you fit my aesthetic, and you make me feel very comfortable."

Xie Weilou gently stroked his chin and smiled faintly: "That's my only advantage."

Well said, I like to hear it, say more!

"So, do you agree?"

Xu Lingyue asked with a smile.

"Not interested."

Xie Weilou yawned.

"You..."

Xu Lingyue's expression froze.

Everyone around was also dumbfounded. This person actually refused a Disciple of Jie Tian Sect? Is there something wrong with his head?

"Miss, do you think I'm handsome?"

At this moment, a handsome man, as enchanting as a demon, dressed in a snow-white long robe and holding a folding Fan, entered the inn.

A lotus totem was on his brow, his white clothes were whiter than snow, and his smile was gentle, like a snow lotus, pure and flawless.

The folding Fan in his hand was also very particular, with the words 'Spring and Autumn' clearly visible.

"…"

When Xie Weilou saw this person, his mouth twitched involuntarily.

The handsome man also looked at Xie Weilou, his smile growing richer.

Xu Lingyue looked at the man, a glimmer of light flashing in her eyes: "Another handsome one. What's your name?"

The handsome man gently waved his folding Fan and smiled gently: "Miss should have heard my great name. I am the Foremost Affectionate in the Eastern Barrens, Xie Wuxin!"

"…"

Xie Weilou was utterly speechless.

This thieving monk, he's too thieving. Is he trying to trick young ladies?

How can a monastic be like this? Disobeying Buddhist discipline, he should be struck by lightning.

This handsome man was Monk Heartless. His appearance hadn't changed, but he had hair and a folding Fan, looking very similar to Xie Weilou's previous disguise.

It was fate; he didn't expect to meet this monk even after coming to Fire Province.

He had no idea that Heartless had been tricked by him, couldn't stay in Xuanji Province, and could only come to Fire Province for a stroll.

"Foremost Affectionate in the Eastern Barrens? Xie Wuxin? I haven't heard of that, but I have heard of a fellow named Xie Wushi."

Xu Lingyue showed a pensive expression.

Heartless chuckled: "To be honest, Xie Wushi is my brother. He is the Foremost Infatuated in the Eastern Barrens, and I am the Foremost Affectionate in the Eastern Barrens."

"…"

A dead silence fell over the surroundings. Everyone stared at Heartless in surprise. This person was Xie Wushi's brother?

His attire was indeed similar to the rumored Xie Wushi.

Xu Lingyue became a little interested: "You're actually Xie Wushi's brother? That's interesting! Then let me ask you, what do you think of Xie Wushi?"

Heartless shook his head and chuckled: "Besides being handsome and wicked, he has nothing else!"

Xu Lingyue nodded: "Then are you willing to be my guard? I can take you to the Heroes Gathering Assembly."

Heartless smiled and said: "Of course!"

He then looked at Xie Weilou and feigned surprise: "This brother, you look familiar! Could we be old acquaintances?"

Xie Weilou looked at Heartless in surprise: "Fan has just arrived in Fire Province. Do I know Fellow Daoist? I can't recall."

Heartless said: "Meeting is fate. The first time I saw Fellow Daoist, I felt you had a kind face. Why don't we go to the Heroes Gathering Assembly together? It would be even better if we could meet those favored children of heaven."

During this time, he had been chased by Holy Lands and was full of pent-up anger, intending to find a place to vent. This Heroes Gathering Assembly just gave him an opportunity; he needed to spar with those Saints and Saintesses!

Xie Weilou smiled faintly: "Since Fellow Daoist has said so, how can Fan refuse? I only hope Fellow Daoist isn't the kind of person who stabs others in the back."

Heartless said with a serious expression: "This Xie is so handsome, how could I be such a despicable and shameless villain? However, my brother Xie Wushi, he is truly shameless! He specializes in doing things that entrap others."

Xie Weilou: "…"

He smiled faintly: "That's true! But you can't judge a book by its cover! I heard that a 'Flower Monk' appeared in Xuanji Province. He looks honest, but he's full of evil schemes. He wanted to take away the Saintesses of various Holy Lands, and even wanted to give the Holy Maiden of Ten Thousand Swords to Xie Wushi as a concubine. It's truly detestable."

Heartless: "…"