239: Fairy Qinglan (picture)

The next morning.

Monster Academy's airship finally arrived at Tian Yuan Valley.

Chen Xuan emerged from his room, looking around at the towering peaks and dense forests, the air thick with Spiritual Qi.

"This place is really good. If not for limited conditions, I'd move into a grotto-heaven. But there are many Yao Beasts here, so I can catch some and put them into the Secret Realm."

"Chen Xuan! Get ready, we're going down!" Zhou Kai's voice came from the airship's deck.

"Alright!" Chen Xuan responded, walking towards the deck.

At this time, Zhai Ningning, Ma Ji, Zhu Zhu, Yan Xi, and others also came out of their rooms, having prepared everything.

Subsequently, the airship landed on an open space in Tian Yuan Valley. This open space was enveloped by a massive Formation, surrounded by various traps and Restrictions, obviously set up to prevent Yao Beasts from intruding into Tian Yuan Valley.

"This is Tian Yuan Valley. Our upcoming competition will take place here. You must be prepared, familiarize yourselves with the environment, and discuss how to deal with the Yao Beasts. Remember not to be careless." Zhou Kai sternly instructed.

"Yes, Dean!" Everyone responded in unison.

"Alright, now follow me to meet Old Ancestor Qingshan. Once there, you must not speak carelessly, understand?" Zhou Kai said solemnly.

"Yes, Dean!" Everyone responded in unison again.

Afterward, Zhou Kai glanced at Chen Xuan with a complicated expression, seemingly wanting to say more but holding back.

Dragon YuYan, keenly observing this, stepped forward and said, "Old Ancestor Qingshan is interested in my husband, plus Chen Xuan is just a doctor. He can just follow along without speaking!"

..."Alright!"

The conversation between the two left everyone bewildered, but Chen Xuan understood.

Zhou Kai and Yu Gang, those two old fellows, didn't want him to meet Old Ancestor Qingshan! They were worried about exposing his Qi Luck Peach Blossom, being noticed by Old Ancestor Qingshan, and thus being unable to enjoy them!

However... with Old Ancestor Qingshan's Mahayana Realm cultivation, it was indeed more dangerous. It was best for him not to expose himself.

...

Led by Zhou Kai, everyone arrived at the depths of Tian Yuan Valley. There stood a magnificent palace, looking resplendent and incomparably grand.

The palace was surrounded by dense Spiritual Qi and some special auras that made one's heart tremble.

Zhou Kai walked to the door and softly said, "Old Ancestor Qingshan, your Disciple Zhou Kai, along with Jade Master and his Disciples from Monster Academy, have come to pay respects."

An aged and deep voice came from within the palace: "Come in!"

Zhou Kai pushed open the palace gates and led everyone inside.

As they entered the palace, they found many people already waiting in the main hall, both men and women, all extremely respectful.

They were all Sect Masters and Grand Elders from various major powers. Originally, a small Academy Grand Competition wouldn't require their personal presence, but the situation was different this time, and they had to treat it with caution.

Of course, if they could befriend Old Ancestor Qingshan and his wife, that would be even better.

In the main seats, Old Ancestor Qingshan and his wife sat one on the left and one on the right. On the left was Old Ancestor Qingshan, looking ancient and frail, yet not lacking in majesty. A powerful aura emanated from him, making people dare not look directly.

On the right was Old Ancestor Qingshan's wife, Qinglan Fairy. Her situation was completely different from Old Ancestor Qingshan's.

She appeared to be a girl of about sixteen or seventeen, with a slender and graceful figure and a pure and ethereal face. Her eyes were like bright, sparkling black gemstones, shimmering with lively light.

Her skin was fair as jade, with a faint glow, as if it could illuminate everything around her, giving people a fresh and refined feeling.

However, her attire lacked any girlishness; instead, it was simple and elegant—a plain, long dress embroidered with exquisite patterns, appearing both noble and graceful.

On Qinglan Fairy, Chen Xuan could feel a pure aura, as if she were a secluded orchid blooming in a mountain valley, emitting a charming fragrance.

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Anyway, Chen Xuan's heart began to beat uncontrollably again.

Suddenly, he felt Qinglan Fairy's gaze turn towards them, and he couldn't help but quickly lower his head.

There was nothing he could do; the accursed title was too annoying. Not only did it affect him, but it would also affect Qinglan Fairy. To avoid unnecessary trouble, it was better for him to be more restrained.

"Old Ancestor Qingshan, hello! I am Yu Gang, whom you were looking for." Yu Gang respectfully bowed to Old Ancestor Qingshan in the main seat.

Old Ancestor Qingshan nodded slightly and said, "No need for formalities, Jade Master, you've worked hard."

"I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare. For the resurgence of our Human Race, how could I pity myself!" Yu Gang responded with a smile, though his expression looked as if he was basking in a spring breeze, extremely pleased.

In such a grand setting, showing off in front of so many Sect Masters and Grand Elders, how could he not be pleased!

However, Dragon YuYan's reaction was somewhat strange. Logically, every time Yu Gang showed off, she would feel a sense of shared glory, but this time, she felt nothing at all! It was as if she were just... an audience member!

How strange!

"Ah, in my opinion, Jade Master is a rare Genius. Even an old man like me needs to consult you on some knowledge!"

Seeing this, the surrounding Sect Masters' eyes turned green with envy.

"At Old Ancestor's command!"

"Hahaha! Good, good, good. Come, someone, grant Jade Master a seat next to me. I want to ask him some knowledge!"

"Yes!" The surrounding maids quickly complied.

From beginning to end, Old Ancestor Qingshan did not look at anyone else; his focus was clearly on Yu Gang.

After an unknown amount of time, and after they had discussed various topics, Qinglan Fairy suddenly looked at the academy's group and smiled, "You must be the contestants from Monster Academy, right? Not bad, your spirits are high. It seems Monster Academy will have an outstanding performance this time."

Upon hearing this, everyone's hearts rejoiced, and they all bowed to Qinglan Fairy.

Chen Xuan, having no choice, also had to follow suit. As expected, the moment Qinglan Fairy saw Chen Xuan, a sharp glint flashed in her eyes.

"Who is Tang Sirui?" she asked, looking at Chen Xuan.

"I, I am Tang Sirui!" Tang Sirui stepped forward excitedly, but Qinglan Fairy subtly frowned when she saw it wasn't Chen Xuan.

At her Realm, generally speaking, her judgment would be extremely sharp. The first time she saw Chen Xuan, she felt a glimmer of goodwill, proving that he was likely to be quite outstanding. He should have been the Tang Sirui whom Yu Gang praised endlessly, but it turned out the real Tang Sirui was someone else!

"This young man... interesting!" A slight curve suddenly appeared at the corner of her lips.

Her smile was stunning, but no one dared to look at it for too long, because looking too long... would truly cause an explosion!

After his heart pounded, Chen Xuan quickly lowered his head.

This little girl, who looked only seventeen or eighteen, spoke with an old-fashioned air. Just wait until I mature; I'll show you what Nightmare Entanglement is!

"Hmm, indeed, the younger generation is formidable! I heard from your master that your Immortal Soul was merely a weed in our Cultivation World, yet you managed to become the most outstanding in your team through your subsequent efforts!"

"This junior wouldn't dare. It's all thanks to my excellent teacher. He personally selected Yao Beasts for me and matched skills, which is why I am who I am today!"

"Hmm, stay behind later and demonstrate your abilities to me."

"Yes!" Tang Sirui bowed respectfully.