593: Chapter 593 Jiang Yunyan!

I wonder what grade of Disciple Young Master Qin Yan is? Given the methods he displayed, he should at least be a Second Grade Disciple, or perhaps even a First Grade Disciple!

As for a Special Grade Disciple, he felt Qin Yan didn't quite fit that description.

A Special Grade Disciple of the Holy Land is a Prodigy among Prodigies—status, background, and innate talent, all are indispensable.

Which one of those individuals isn't born into a prestigious Family?

Which one hasn't been nurtured with countless resources since childhood?

Which one doesn't possess that innate nobility and the oppressive aura of a superior?

Yet, from Qin Yan's recent performance, he didn't seem like someone with a powerful background.

He lacked the refined pride of a scion from a great Family, the arrogance of a royal descendant, and that innate oppressive aura.

He seemed like an ordinary young man, the kind you'd lose in a crowd.

Having served in the Secret Guard Division for so many years, he had seen all sorts of people, and he trusted his own discernment in this regard.

However, even if the other party wasn't a Special Grade Disciple, or even a First Grade Disciple, but merely a Second Grade Disciple, he was still worthy of serious treatment!

Such was the unique honor of being a Holy Land Disciple.

Even the most ordinary Disciple of the Holy Land was a Genius among Geniuses in the outside world.

And this was just in the Outer Court. Once they entered the Inner Court, their status and position when traveling outside would become even more exalted!

At that point, even their city lord would have to receive them with respect!

"Let's go, back to the Division."

With that, Zhao Lei waved his hand grandly and led the group of secret guards, escorting Zhu Ming, onto the road back to Jumu City.

In the distance, Di Jie hid behind a large tree, watching the departing group, and clenched his fists tightly.

Zhu Ming had been found. What about his grandmaster true liquid?

Originally, in his mind, Zhao Lei's grandmaster true liquid was already 'doomed to be taken.'

He had already planned how to efficiently utilize it after obtaining the grandmaster true liquid and how to advance further within his Family.

But then this variable, Qin Yan, had appeared out of nowhere!

"No, I can't give up. I must obtain Zhao Lei's grandmaster true liquid."

Thinking this, Di Jie's gaze toward Zhao Lei revealed a flash of killing intent.

The grandmaster true liquid was related to his future on the Martial Artist's path; he couldn't just abandon it.

As for Qin Yan, he was gradually forgotten by Di Jie for the moment.

After all, firstly, the other party was a Holy Land Disciple, not someone to offend lightly.

Secondly, even if he killed Qin Yan, it might stir up even greater trouble, and moreover, killing Qin Yan wouldn't bring him any benefit.

"It seems I need to plan this carefully."

Di Jie murmured, his eyes flickering, lost in thought.

Soon after, his figure also vanished from the spot.

...

After bidding farewell to Zhao Lei, Qin Yan finally arrived at Qingyun City after a journey lasting two full hours.

He passed through the dense forest, crossed several small hills, and from afar, saw the outline of Qingyun City.

By now, the sky had grown slightly dark.

The setting sun sank in the west, dyeing the clouds on the horizon a golden-red, enveloping the entire city in a warm twilight.

After a brief inspection by the city defense guards, Qin Yan entered Qingyun City.

The guards merely glanced at his identity token before respectfully letting him pass—a Disciple of the Taixuan Holy Land was a distinguished guest anywhere in the Taixuan Realm.

Qingyun City couldn't compare to Taixuan City; it lacked Taixuan City's bustle and noise, resembling more a tranquil small town.

The streets weren't wide, the buildings on either side weren't tall, mostly two- or three-story structures.

There weren't many pedestrians on the road; occasionally, a few Martial Artists hurried past, looking rushed.

Most shops along the street had already closed for the day, with only a few taverns and inns still lit.

As Qin Yan walked, he saw very few Sixth-Rank Martial Artists.

Most were at the third or fourth rank, with even fifth-rank ones being rare.

Soon, Qin Yan found the Moonview Pavilion.

This was the agreed meeting place—a three-story wooden building with red lanterns hanging at its entrance, particularly eye-catching in the night.

The Moonview Pavilion was the best restaurant in Qingyun City. Though it couldn't rival the luxurious establishments of Taixuan City, it was considered quite good in this small town.

Qin Yan booked a room at the Moonview Pavilion and then began to Cultivate.

Three days passed in a row, and the date reached March 8th.

Early in the morning, Qin Yan finished his Cultivation and allocated all the Skill Points he had gained to the Indestructible Blood Demon Scripture.

With the boost from the Skill Points, the progress of the Indestructible Blood Demon Scripture suddenly leaped to 49%!

Just one step away from reaching 50%!

Qin Yan had a premonition that upon reaching 50%, it would be time for him to attempt his Breakthrough to the sixth rank of Body Refining!

The Awakening Apertures realm represented another transformation for Body Refining Martial Artists. Once he Broke Through, his strength would soar once more.

Just then, Qin Yan's token emitted a glow.

Qin Yan focused his Mental Energy into it and found a message from Huang Jiuli.

"Gather in private room 111 on the first floor."

Qin Yan promptly put away his token, and the moyuan spirit weapon in his hand transformed into Five Elements light, merging into his body.

Then, he stood up, straightened his robes, and went downstairs.

There were many private rooms downstairs, rows of wooden doors neatly arranged, each bearing a numbered plaque.

Qin Yan quickly found private room 111.

He approached the door and was about to knock when Yin Li's voice came from inside.

"Come in."

Qin Yan pushed the door open and entered the room. The room wasn't large, furnished simply yet elegantly.

A round table, several chairs, and a few calligraphy and painting scrolls hung on the walls.

At this moment, Yin Li, Huang Jiuli, and Yun Qingge had already arrived.

Yin Li was still dressed in a plain white dress, with a guqin laid across her lap;

Huang Jiuli wore a red robe, flames dancing in her Phoenix eyes;

Yun Qingge was in a light blue gown, her expression cool and detached.

Qin Yan took a seat and glanced over the group.

"Qingshan has some matters to attend to and will arrive shortly," Yun Qingge explained.

Everyone nodded.

Qin Yan picked up the teacup in front of him, took a small sip, and looked through the window at the street outside.

The morning in Qingyun City was peaceful and serene.

But he knew this tranquility wouldn't last long.

The beast tide could arrive at any moment.

Not long after, Lu Qingshan's figure appeared in the private room.

He swept his gaze over the people in the room, took an empty seat, picked up a teacup from the table, and took a sip.

"Guess who I just saw outside?" Lu Qingshan put down his cup and spoke with deliberate mystery.

"Stop keeping us in suspense. Tell us," Yun Qingge spoke up from the side, her tone cool yet carrying a hint of curiosity.

She understood Lu Qingshan. If this guy was acting mysterious, it definitely wasn't about some nobody.

Lu Qingshan cleared his throat and said, "I saw—Jiang Yunyan."

Jiang Yunyan?

Yun Qingge was taken aback, clearly not expecting Jiang Yunyan to be here as well.