102: Chapter 102 Inner Sect Elder Zhou Ruoyun

The news spread throughout the entire Outer Sect as if it had grown wings.

Ye Yun had returned alive.

Ye Yun had handed in a massive amount of Yao Beast ears.

Ye Yun had obtained sixteen thousand two hundred Contribution Points.

Ye Yun had slaughtered his way through a beast tide at Black Wind Ridge.

Each piece of news was like a thunderclap, leaving the Outer Sect Disciples dumbfounded.

When Ye Yun walked into the Outer Sect area carrying Wang Yuyan, all the Disciples they encountered along the way stopped in their tracks.

They looked at that blood-soaked figure with a back as straight as a spear.

There was no longer any of the previous doubt or contempt in their eyes; only full reverence and admiration remained.

Those senior Disciples who had once held him in disdain...

...now lowered their heads, not even daring to breathe too loudly for fear of attracting his attention.

Those newcomers who had once gossiped about him behind his back...

...were now full of fanaticism, wishing they could rush up and strike up a conversation, yet not daring to step forward rashly.

Ye Yun set Wang Yuyan down, and she stood by his side.

Feeling the gazes coming from all around, her cheeks flushed slightly.

She stole a glance at Ye Yun, her eyes filled with pride and joy.

Just then, a female Elder dressed in gray robes stepped out from the crowd.

Her gaze fell upon Wang Yuyan, looking her up and down before nodding slightly.

“Is your name Wang Yuyan?”

Wang Yuyan was startled and hastily bowed in greeting.

“Disciple Wang Yuyan greets the Elder.”

The female Elder nodded, her tone flat but carrying an unquestionable authority.

“I am Inner Sect Elder Zhou Ruoyun. I have already heard of your performance at Black Wind Ridge. To survive in such a desperate situation and possess a resilient Heart-Nature, you are a talent worth cultivating.”

“From this day forward, you shall be my, Zhou Ruoyun's, Named Disciple. I will have someone take you to the Inner Sect to complete the formalities shortly.”

As soon as these words were spoken, the surroundings immediately fell into an uproar.

An Inner Sect Elder personally taking a student, even as a Named Disciple—what an honor that was!

Wang Yuyan was also stunned, only coming to her senses after a long moment to hastily bow and give thanks.

“Thank you for your favor, Elder! This Disciple will certainly Cultivate diligently and not fail Elder's high expectations!”

Zhou Ruoyun nodded and glanced at Ye Yun.

A meaningful look flashed in her eyes, and then she turned and departed.

The crowd gradually dispersed, and Wang Yuyan turned to look at Ye Yun, her eyes turning red again.

She knew that her entry into the Inner Sect was entirely because of Ye Yun.

Had it not been for him protecting her with his life, she would have died at Black Wind Ridge long ago.

“Ye Yun...”

Wang Yuyan spoke, her voice choked with emotion.

Ye Yun raised his hand, gently wiping away the tears at the corners of her eyes, and said softly,

“Silly girl, this is your own fortune; it has nothing to do with me. Once you enter the Inner Sect, Cultivate well and don't lose face for me.”

Wang Yuyan nodded vigorously and suddenly stood on her tiptoes.

She wrapped her arms around his neck and pressed her red lips directly against his.

Ye Yun was startled, but then he reacted, reaching out to wrap his arms around her waist and responding to this sudden kiss.

The two embraced and kissed, as if no one else were around.

The passing Disciples all looked sideways, whispering among themselves.

After a long time, their lips parted.

Wang Yuyan's cheeks were as red as ripe apples; she buried her face in his chest, not daring to look up.

Ye Yun lowered his head and whispered into her ear,

“After you go in, take good care of yourself. If anything happens, come find me.”

Wang Yuyan nodded, her voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz.

“You too... I'll wait for you.”

Ye Yun smiled and rubbed her hair.

“Go on.”

Wang Yuyan reluctantly let go of his hand, looking back every few steps as she walked toward the Inner Sect.

Not until her figure had completely vanished from sight...

...did Ye Yun withdraw his gaze, turning to walk toward the Outer Sect dormitory.

And at this moment, in a corner of the Outer Sect dormitory...

...a figure was staring fixedly through a window at the direction where Ye Yun had departed.

Sun Hao's face was pale, and his hands were trembling slightly.

He had seen with his own eyes that Ye Yun returned alive.

He had seen with his own eyes Wang Yuyan kiss him in public, and an Inner Sect Elder take her as a Disciple.

All signs indicated that not only was Ye Yun not dead, but he had also slaughtered all before him at Black Wind Ridge and was now enjoying immense glory.

[It's over... everything is over.]

Sun Hao slumped onto his bed, his heart filled with despair.

[Murong Yun should have made a move, how could it be like this? Lin Xiao definitely isn't his match either. I... what should I do?]

He suddenly stood up, a trace of madness flashing in his eyes.

[No, I can't just wait for death! If Lin Xiao won't do, then I'll find someone stronger! If the Outer Sect won't do, then I'll look to the Inner Sect! As long as I can kill Ye Yun, I'm willing to pay any price!]

He gnashed his teeth, turned and rushed out of the dormitory, disappearing into the night.

...

Not long after Ye Yun's return, news that the Outer Sect Grand Competition would be held early spread through the Sect.

It spread throughout the entire Luoxue Sect as if it had grown wings.

All the Outer Sect Disciples were Cultivating like mad.

They were striving to take one more step forward in these final few days to stand out in the Grand Competition.

Ye Yun, however, was in no hurry.

He maintained his original rhythm, Cultivating every day.

Occasionally, he would take a stroll to the Martial Arts Arena to see if anyone blind enough would deliver themselves to his door.

On this day, he had just returned to the dormitory from the Martial Arts Arena and pushed open the door...

...only to see two beautiful figures sitting by his bed.

Zhao Xinyue was in a pink and white silk dress, charming and cute.

The full curves of her chest stretched the fabric tight.

Her apricot eyes curved into crescents as she looked at him with a beaming smile.

Beside her, Mu Wanyao wore a moon-white dress; her figure was tall and slender, her waist like a willow, and her features were as gentle as a painting.

She was holding a teacup and taking a light sip, her movements as elegant as a Fairy in a painting.

Sunlight spilled through the window onto the two of them, making their skin appear as translucent as white jade.

One was pretty and spirited, the other gentle as water; they complemented each other, so beautiful that one couldn't look away.

Ye Yun was stunned for a moment, then smiled and cupped his hands.

“Senior Sister Xinyue, Senior Sister Wanyao, what brings you here?”

Zhao Xinyue jumped up and skipped over to him, looking up at him with sparkling eyes.

“We came to see you, of course! I heard you were so powerful, slaughtering everyone at Black Wind Ridge! Sister Wanyao and I were dying of curiosity and wanted to see if you were injured.”

As she spoke, she circled around him, looking him up and down and clicking her tongue in wonder.

“Eh? You look like nothing happened at all. You really are a monster!”

Ye Yun didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

“Senior Sister Xinyue overpraises me; it was just good luck.”

“Luck?”

Zhao Xinyue curled her lip.

“To have so many people be unlucky while you alone have good luck? I don't believe it!”

Mu Wanyao set down her teacup and stood up, gracefully walking over to Ye Yun, her gentle eyes full of concern.

She spoke softly, her voice as gentle as a spring breeze.

“Junior Brother Ye Yun, are you truly alright? I heard that battle was very dangerous. If you are injured, you must not force yourself. I have some healing Medicinal Pills here, please take them.”

She took an exquisite jade bottle from her sleeve and handed it to Ye Yun.

The jade bottle was warm to the touch, faintly emitting the fragrance of pills; one could tell at a glance it contained high-quality Medicinal Pills.

Looking at the gentle and beautiful face before him, a surge of warmth rose in Ye Yun's heart.

He took the jade bottle and thanked her solemnly.

“Thank you for your concern, Senior Sister Wanyao. I am truly fine. I shall accept these Medicinal Pills.”