395: Chapter 394 It Begins with the Rise of the Wind

Flowing clouds swirled around the hull of the Medicine Hut's flying boat!

Dressed in a colorful dress, Fairy Yu Chan had a graceful posture and exquisite curves, her full chest silhouette being particularly eye-catching.

With light, lotus-like steps, she walked straight to the side of Fang Yusheng, who was standing by the ship's railing.

She lowered her eyes to look at the profile of the woman beside her and said softly:

"What is Junior Sister looking at?"

Fang Yusheng withdrew her gaze from the Tiangong Pavilion's flying boat and said calmly, "Nothing in particular."

"On the other hand, why hasn't Senior Sister gone to find your beloved?"

Fairy Yu Chan's willow-like brows furrowed slightly. "He didn't come to the Heavenly Tribulation Continent this time; he has to accompany his Disciple to a grotto-heaven to temper their state of mind."

"Sigh, having a Disciple is truly a hassle."

Fang Yusheng smiled faintly. "Is Senior Sister jealous of his Disciple?"

"Shoo, is your Senior Sister really that infatuated?"

To avoid being gossiped about further, Fairy Yu Chan changed the subject:

"That Dao Seeking Sect is simply too ungrateful!"

"Junior Sister, you personally lowered yourself to invite them into an alliance, even going as far as the Flame Continent, crossing mountains and rivers to show your sincerity, yet they actually..."

Before she could finish, Fang Yusheng softly interrupted, her expression remaining indifferent. "This is only human nature, Senior Sister."

She paused and explained slowly, "On one side is the Tiangong Pavilion guarded by Heavenly Venerable Mogong, and on the other is our Revered Master. No matter which side the Dao Seeking Sect chooses, they will be gossiped about by the other afterward, putting them in a difficult position. I can understand that."

"But that still doesn't make sense!"

Fairy Yu Chan pursed her lips indignantly. "They could have easily declined both sides and remained neutral. Why must they choose one over the other?"

"It's not the same!"

Fang Yusheng shook her head lightly. "When the Dao Seeking Sect was discussing matters in Huangji Continent previously, they had a conflict with Elder Li of the Wansheng Dao Court. This is known to everyone. They are now in urgent need of a powerful ally to gain a foothold, so this choice is inherently beyond reproach."

Hearing this, Fairy Yu Chan gave a light sneer, her beautiful eyes filled with disdain and contempt:

"Tch, in the end, didn't they just turn around and choose the Tiangong Pavilion? In my opinion, it wasn't about weighing pros and cons; they were clearly bewitched by that Fairy Dongfeng of the Tiangong Pavilion!"

"Men, as expected, very few can be like my Shen Yunshen."

"Watch your words, Senior Sister!"

Fang Yusheng shook her head gently and said softly, "The matter of an alliance is the result of a Sect's deliberation after weighing the pros and cons; it has nothing to do with romantic feelings."

Having said that, she paused, the corners of her mouth curling up slightly. "Moreover, if that Peak Master Chen truly had romantic inclinations, with his ethereal and transcendental bearing, countless women would surely throw themselves at him. Why would he need to be bewitched by someone from the Tiangong Pavilion?"

Seeing this, Fairy Yu Chan immediately nodded with a serious face, crossing her arms as she said with certainty, "After this conversation, I completely understand now."

"Junior Sister, it's not that you don't care; you've clearly been bewitched by that man long ago."

"In a while, I'll have to take a good look at this Peak Master Chen who has caught even my Junior Sister's eye, and see what kind of person he really is!"

...The Wansheng Dao Court's flying boat hovered above the sea of clouds.

The golden Dao patterns engraved on the hull shimmered as the Spiritual Qi flowed through them.

Li Xuantong stood by the railing with his hands behind his back, his cold gaze locked onto the Tiangong Pavilion's flying boat in the distance.

He turned to look at the three Cultivators with obscure auras beside him and said in a low voice:

"After entering the Secret Realm, if there's an opportunity, eliminate that man surnamed Chen; if there isn't, don't force it. He possesses a god rank ultimate move of considerable power; you must take this variable into account."

The leading Cultivator laughed with his arms crossed. "Rest assured, Lord Li. We have spent many years fighting and killing; who among us doesn't have one or two trump cards up our sleeves?"

Another person frowned slightly, showing concern. "Our only worry is that after we take action, we might accidentally offend the people of the Tiangong Pavilion and bring disaster upon ourselves."

"There is no need to worry about that!"

Li Xuantong waved his hand. "As long as you can get the job done and retrieve the glazed lamp, I will block any repercussions from the Tiangong Pavilion for you."

He paused and gave a light laugh. "Moreover, the Secret Realm is extremely dangerous. No matter what kind of accident occurs, it won't be considered unexpected."

The three Cultivators glanced at each other, clearly having waited for these words for a long time, and bowed in unison.

"Rest assured, Lord Li!"

"Once the job is done, I will secure positions as enshrined experts for you in the Wansheng Dao Court. From then on, you won't have to run and hide anymore and can live a stable life."

"But if the matter is exposed, you know what to do, right?"

"Rest assured, Lord. Even if our Soul Flying Away and Spirit Scattering, we will never implicate you!" The three of them spoke with absolute certainty.

Li Xuantong waved his hand again.

"Dismissed."

The three of them withdrew as ordered, and silence returned to the deck.

In just an instant, an elderly figure condensed and appeared out of air, his sleeves carrying a majestic pressure.

Seeing this, Li Xuantong's expression changed abruptly, and he immediately bowed in salute, his tone incredibly respectful:

"Granduncle!"

"When outside, address me by my title, Fifth Elder."

The Fifth Elder glanced at him indifferently. "Haven't you learned your lesson yet? Do you still insist on making trouble for the Dao Seeking Sect?" Li Xuantong immediately shut his mouth and lowered his head, not daring to argue.

The old man snorted coldly. "Yuling Valley has been destroyed."

"What?!"

Li Xuantong looked up sharply, a look of shock on his face, almost unable to believe his ears.

"I only recently received confirmed news."

The Fifth Elder's face was solemn. "Ever since the discussion in Huangji Continent ended, the Yuling Valley's Sect Master and a group of core powerhouses never returned to the Sect."

"Those Yuling Valley Elders have some skill in forbearance; they managed to keep it hidden for so long before the news finally spread."

Li Xuantong's heart jolted, his pupils shrinking as he asked in shock, "Granduncle, you mean... this was done by the Dao Seeking Sect?"

"There are rumors that after Yuling Valley lost the bet to the Dao Seeking Sect, they were unwilling to accept it and resorted to some underhanded, shady methods."

The old man spoke slowly, his tone flat:

"Now the Dao Seeking Sect is safe and sound, while Yuling Valley has ended up with its entire Sect destroyed."

"But that man surnamed Chen is only one person..."

Li Xuantong's brow furrowed, still finding it too inconceivable and hard to believe. He subconsciously argued, "Grand... Fifth Elder, perhaps... it was some other power that acted in secret?"

The old man did not dwell on the matter, but his tone suddenly turned cold as he reminded him in a deep voice:

"I only mentioned this in passing. I can't be bothered to manage or inquire about your selfish schemes."

"You are no longer a novice who just entered the cultivation world; you should act with discretion. Whether you insist on making trouble for the Dao Seeking Sect or let the matter go, it's up to you."

"But remember this clearly!"

"If your self-righteousness or reckless behavior ruins the great matter personally arranged by the Immortal Venerable this time, then don't blame me for disregarding our family ties and executing justice upon my own kin."

Li Xuantong hurriedly nodded like a chicken pecking at grain. "Your subordinate understands! I wouldn't dare delay the Immortal Venerable's great matter, not even by half a bit!"