86: Yu Xuanji was a very sincere person!

"...It's alright, I guess."

Lin Chen remained calm on the surface, but inside, his heart was blooming with joy.

If you know how to talk, then say more!

It sounds good; I love hearing it!

Immediately after, Night Owl briefly explained what had just happened to Yu Xuanji.

After listening, the look of surprise in Yu Xuanji's beautiful starlike eyes grew more intense. After a long while, he smiled and said, "Sect Master Lin is indeed extraordinary; I am ashamed to say I cannot compare... I presume Sect Master Lin already knows about my Revered Master's situation."

"I know."

Lin Chen did not deny it.

He had already learned quite a bit when he met Night Owl earlier, and now that he saw Yu Xuanji, things became even clearer.

Actually, it was quite simple.

Before founding the Misty Rain Tower, Yu Xuanji's Revered Master, Shen Guanyi, belonged to a power called Wind and Snow City. Back then, they accidentally obtained a Ten-Thousand Yuan Tree, which bore dozens of Ten-Thousand Yuan Fruits. These fruits were extremely precious as they could significantly increase one's Lifespan.

As a result... news leaked out somehow. Before the Ten-Thousand Yuan Fruits could even get warm in their hands, they were snatched away by people from the Taiyi Immortal Sect in disguise. Overnight, Wind and Snow City was slaughtered to the last person, and all its resources were plundered. Only a very few people were lucky enough to escape.

Shen Guanyi was one of them.

Later on.

Shen Guanyi concealed his name and secretly founded the Misty Rain Tower, gathering many people with similar experiences.

Later still, he took Yu Xuanji as his Disciple and passed down his entire Legacy to him.

However, the Misty Rain Tower's strength was still too weak at the time. Shen Guanyi could only endure in silence until his Lifespan was exhausted, never daring to let the brothers of the Misty Rain Tower go to their deaths in vain.

And now, Yu Xuanji's life was also nearing its end. If he didn't act now, there would never be another chance... "Revered Master's lifelong wish was to destroy the Taiyi Immortal Sect and avenge Wind and Snow City!"

"It's just a pity..."

"That he could never see it fulfilled."

"Now, even if the Taiyi Immortal Sect is truly destroyed, the old gentleman will no longer be able to see it."

Speaking to this point, Yu Xuanji's tone suddenly became lonely.

Then, as if realizing he had lost his composure, the loneliness quickly dissipated, and a warm smile reappeared on his face:

"Let's not talk about that. Today I have come to seek cooperation with Sect Master Lin. As long as we successfully destroy the Taiyi Immortal Sect, after the deed is done, I am willing to give the entire Misty Rain Tower to the Wending Sect, including all its people and resources."

He finally got to the point.

There is no such thing as a free lunch. Since they were asking for the Wending Sect's help, the Misty Rain Tower naturally had to show their sincerity.

But what Lin Chen didn't expect was... this 'sincerity' was actually the entire Misty Rain Tower!

If the Misty Rain Tower could join the Wending Sect, then the Wending Sect would have no rivals in the entire Cangxuan Realm regarding intelligence and assassination. It must be said that Lin Chen was indeed tempted.

"Everything?"

"Yes, everything!"

With his Cave Heaven True Eye, Lin Chen knew the other party wasn't lying.

But he didn't agree immediately because he still had a question: "Why choose the Wending Sect?"

"Three reasons."

Yu did not hide anything and spoke frankly: "First, the Wending Sect possesses two Great Emperors and has the strength. Especially your sect's Old Ancestor, who is at the Peak Great Emperor level. In the entire Imperial Continent, no one is his match."

"Second, the Wending Sect has a grudge against the Taiyi Immortal Sect. Sect Master Lin, why not have one more ally to stand against the Taiyi Immortal Sect?"

"As for this last one..."

"I'm not afraid of Sect Master Lin laughing at me, but it's because... I admire Sect Master Lin."

...Aha?

Lin Chen briefly doubted his hearing and looked at Yu Xuanji in disbelief.

But the other party's expression was very serious.

Lin Chen suddenly felt his heart tighten... No, brother, I don't have that kind of preference... "Sect Master Lin, don't, don't, don't misunderstand..."

Seeing Lin Chen's strange expression, Yu Xuanji knew he must have misunderstood and quickly explained: "I don't have that kind of preference either... listen to my explanation!"

Fine, explain then.

Lin Chen finally breathed a sigh of relief. He didn't want to be desired by a man; just thinking about it was quite disgusting.

"Cough, cough, cough..."

Yu Xuanji had spoken a bit excitedly just now, and the cold wind choked him, causing him to cough instantly.

"Saint, are you alright?"

The two peerless beauties, Sweet Potato and Qingniao, both became worried. One patted his back while the other brought hot tea. Their fair skin was faintly visible, making Lin Chen quite envious for a moment.

After taking a sip of hot tea, Yu Xuanji's breath finally smoothed out, and he continued: "To be honest with Sect Master Lin, I have some achievements in the Art of Divination. I am confident that from ancient times to the present, no one has surpassed me. Even if the opponent is a Great Emperor, with a slight calculation, I can know the past and foresee the future..."

"Get to the point."

Lin Chen frowned slightly, having no interest in listening to him boast.

Yu Xuanji was startled, but his expression quickly returned to normal: "But when I began to divine Sect Master Lin's fate, what I saw was a blurred scene. The backlash from the Heavenly Dao was stronger than ever before. I even fell seriously ill because of it and almost didn't make it..."

Lin Chen gave an 'en' in response. He was right; it must have been automatically blocked by the System.

He was lucky to be alive.

"From then on, I knew that Sect Master Lin must be the legendary Person of Destiny. Cooperating with Sect Master Lin certainly won't be a mistake."

"Furthermore, Sect Master Lin, you are a person who..."

"Repays every kindness."

"And avenges every grievance."

"The Taiyi Immortal Sect will fall at the hands of the Wending Sect sooner or later. By handing the Misty Rain Tower over to Sect Master Lin, I can be at peace."

Yu Xuanji's words were very clever.

He first affirmed the Wending Sect's strength, then explained that destroying the Taiyi Immortal Sect was in the common interest of both parties, and finally flattered Lin Chen. Even someone like Lin Chen, who never liked others sucking up to him, felt very comfortable after hearing this. He had only one thought in his mind—

Yu Xuanji, this person... is very sincere!

He's truly top-tier as a friend!

Lin Chen was in a great mood and smiled: "As I said at the beginning, This Sect Master agrees to cooperate with the Misty Rain Tower. Tell me, what is your plan..."

"...Good."

Yu Xuanji also smiled, smiling more happily than ever before.

Immediately after—

He gave Lin Chen a detailed explanation of his plan.

Several hours later, Lin Chen slapped his thigh: "Wonderful! Let's settle it then!"

"Happy cooperating!"

"Happy cooperating!"

The light screen slowly vanished, and Night Owl also took his leave... Imperial Continent, Yushuang Palace.

"It's been a long time since I've heard news of Sect Master Lin. I wonder how he is doing now..."

The early spring was chilly, and the breeze carried a hint of coolness as it brushed past Jiang Xue's fair face through the window. Jiang Xue was completely oblivious, sitting at the tea table staring at the Enlightenment Tea in front of her for a long time, murmuring to herself.

"This Enlightenment Tea is not bad."

The Palace Revered Master of Yushuang Palace, Nangong Ping, sat opposite her, carefully savoring the Enlightenment Tea Lin Chen had given them earlier, and offered a word of praise.

"...Ah? Revered Master, what did you say?"

Jiang Xue woke up as if from a dream.

"Disciple, your heart... is in turmoil."

Nangong Ping was experienced in the ways of the world and could tell at a glance that this little girl had someone on her mind.

She then teased: "If you are willing, Revered Master will throw away this old face of mine and personally go to the Wending Sect to propose marriage for you! With his status as the Sect Master of the Wending Sect, it wouldn't be a disgrace to you."

"Revered Master! What nonsense are you talking about! How can the woman's side go to the door to propose marriage..."

As soon as these words came out, Jiang Xue immediately knew she had misspoken. Her face turned red in an instant. Just as she was about to explain, she heard Nangong Ping laugh: "So that's what you were worried about. In that case, Revered Master will speak plainly with Sect Master Lin and have him personally come to Yushuang Palace to propose!"

"Revered Master!!! You!! That's not what I meant!!"

Jiang Xue stood up in anger, her face turning even redder, like a bright red apple, delicate and lovely.

"Hahaha... Senior Sister, you finally have a day like this!"

Miss Keke, who was on the side, laughed until her stomach hurt.

For a moment, the room was filled with a happy atmosphere.

While Jiang Xue was still angry, a faint 'cough cough' sound suddenly came from the great sound transmission jade talisman in her Spatial Ring. Jiang Xue was startled and took out the jade talisman, only to hear Lin Chen's familiar voice coming from inside—

"Miss Jiang, are you there?"