95: The leader misunderstood, the beauty was confused

Cloud Sovereign Peak.

Inside a lush green courtyard at the peak.

“Young Master, I never expected we would meet again after only two months.”

After bringing Lin Yuan to this place, Yun Qiying turned to face him, her tone slightly complex.

Originally, she had anticipated that his Breakthrough to the Condensing Core Realm would be next year or the year after.

She never expected this guy to come participate in the assessment this year, and with such terrifying results, it truly caught her off guard.

“Yes, I also didn’t expect to reunite with Sect Leader so soon.”

Lin Yuan feigned a sigh, cupped his hands, and continued, “I apologize, I didn’t hold back during the assessment and achieved such a result, causing you trouble.”

Yun Qiying smiled bitterly, “There’s nothing wrong with using your full strength in the assessment. It was my own oversight. If I had known you were so outstanding, I should have brought you into the Inner Sect earlier, and it wouldn’t have caused such a stir.”

Lin Yuan smiled, “From the results, it’s not bad; it just made you go back on your word.”

“Since Young Master is so outstanding, it is only right for him to become my Disciple. No one else has any objections, so this matter is harmless.”

The woman spoke, then suddenly teased, “It’s already this time, are you still calling me ‘Sect Leader’?”

Lin Yuan reacted, immediately bowed, and saluted, “Disciple Lin Yuan greets Revered Master.”

Yun Qiying immediately helped him upright and said softly, “Good Disciple, since you address me this way, then I, your Revered Master, will give you a welcoming gift.”

With that, she took out a cloud-shaped crystal from her bosom and handed it to the man, introducing, “This is a Cloud Gathering Stone, it can gather the essence of clouds. With the help of this item, it shouldn’t be long before you can impact the Condensing Core Realm.”

“Cloud Gathering Stone? Essence of clouds?”

Lin Yuan looked puzzled.

Yun Qiying explained, “The reason our Cloud Ripple Sect is named after clouds is because we have a unique secret art that can draw the power of the essence from clouds to enhance one’s strength.”

“This secret art is called the Cloud Drawing Art. All Inner Sect Disciple Cultivate it, and I, your Revered Master, will now transmit it to you.”

As her voice fell, a message entered his mind.

After a brief comprehension, Lin Yuan couldn’t help but praise, “What a Cloud Drawing Art! To be able to enhance one’s strength with clouds is truly a rare Divine Ability.”

Yun Qiying smiled lightly, “Every powerful Sect has its own ultimate Sect-guarding technique. The Cloud Ripple Sect naturally cannot do without this, otherwise, how could it be called one of the Eastern Region Ten Sects?”

“Revered Master, what is this ‘Eastern Region Ten Sects’ title?”

“The Eastern Region is vast and boundless, containing countless large and small forces. The people of the world have evaluated the ten most powerful Schools and collectively call them the Eastern Region Ten Sects.”

“I see. So, our Cloud Ripple Sect is one of these ten Sects?”

“That’s right. Our Cloud Ripple Sect has held a position among the ten Sects for tens of thousands of years, with an incredibly profound foundation. However, in recent years, talent within the Sect has dwindled, and the number of high-level powerhouses has significantly decreased, leading to a somewhat precarious status.”

As she spoke, a hint of worry inevitably appeared in the beautiful woman’s eyes, clearly troubled by the Sect’s current situation for a long time.

Lin Yuan clenched his fist and said, “Revered Master, please set your mind at ease. Your Disciple will surely Cultivate diligently in the future and strive to support a piece of the Sect’s sky.”

Yun Qiying shook her head and sighed softly, “Your talent is excellent. If you had no background, the Sect could indeed rely on you. It’s just a pity that, in the end, you are still someone else’s person.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Yuan was stunned for a moment, then quickly understood that she had misunderstood.

Should he clarify?

If he maintained the misunderstanding, he could use his non-existent background to deter her.

However, by doing so, Yun Qiying would certainly not impart important resources and treasures to him.

After all, in her eyes, his identity was still that of an outsider, and she would certainly not foolishly raise a child for another force.

And for the current Lin Yuan, his safety was already guaranteed, so he naturally didn't need a background for support; Cultivation resources were more important.

So, after some thought, he chose to confess, “Revered Master, Disciple has no background. Besides that great demon, there is only the Cloud Ripple Sect behind me.”

“Then why would You Ning help you?”

“This matter involves a secret, and Disciple is currently not at liberty to disclose it.”

Yun Qiying quietly scrutinized him, and after a moment, she smiled with curved brows, “Good, good. I, your Revered Master, believe you.”

Lin Yuan couldn’t help but frown.

Looking at her, it was clear she was saying one thing but meaning another.

Never mind, if she doesn't believe, then she doesn't believe. Time will prove everything.

“Hmm, then your Disciple thanks Revered Master for the gift.”

He nodded, took the crystal, and expressed his gratitude.

“You’re welcome. It’s just a small token of my regard. Also, if you encounter any problems in your Cultivation, you can always come to me. I, your Revered Master, will do my best to answer you.”

After Yun Qiying finished speaking, she suddenly noticed something, stepped closer to the man, and reached out her hand.

“Revered Master, you…”

Lin Yuan subconsciously wanted to step back, but saw her hand land on his chest, straightening his disheveled collar.

“Sorry, Disciple, I was too fast when returning to the peak just now, and accidentally ruffled your clothes.”

After tidying up, the beautiful woman looked up and said with a slight apology.

Such a gentle and considerate gesture warmed Lin Yuan’s heart, and he couldn’t help but recall the scene of his first apprenticeship two years ago.

At that time, Qin Ren had also kindly brought him into the courtyard, tidied his collar, and patted his shoulder, saying: “From now on, you are my Disciple, Qin Ren’s Disciple. No matter what difficulties you encounter, I, your Revered Master, will do my best to help you.”

Two years later, it was the same scene, but the person had changed.

Past scenes flashed through his mind, and a look of reminiscence slowly appeared on Lin Yuan’s face.

Noticing the change in his emotions, Yun Qiying couldn’t help but ask, “What’s wrong, Disciple? Did you remember something?”

Lin Yuan bit his lip and sighed softly, “To be honest, before I met you, Disciple had another Revered Master, but he has passed away.”

“Oh? Who was he?”

“An Outer Sect Elder…”

He did not hide it, revealing Qin Ren’s identity and his past experiences.

After listening to the young man’s explanation, Yun Qiying was utterly confused.

What was going on?

Didn’t he have a powerful background?

He wouldn’t have to be a Utility Disciple, would he?

Even after his Revered Master died, he and his Revered Master’s wife depended on each other, and buying a Tong Mai Pill would cost them their entire fortune?

Could it be true, as this young man said, that he really had no background?

But then how to explain You Ning’s attitude towards him?

Thoughts surged in Yun Qiying’s mind, and she outwardly sighed, “I never expected our Sect to have such a dedicated and loyal Elder, only for him to die at the hands of a villain. It’s truly a pity. I will immediately give orders to allocate some resources to compensate the Qin Family and properly settle their family members, ensuring their safety.”

Lin Yuan cupped his hands and said, “Revered Master is benevolent. With such an act from you, I believe my Revered Master… no, let’s call him Master, he will surely rest in peace in the netherworld.”

Yun Qiying nodded, “You are also a good Disciple. Even after your Master’s death, you haven’t forgotten to avenge him. To be able to take you as a Disciple was also his fortune.”