Senior Brother, do you think I wouldn't recognize you just because you're wearing a hat?

The next day.

After leaving a letter for Bai Xirou, who was still in secluded cultivation stabilizing her Realm, Qi Yuan arrived early at the Foreign Affairs Hall, preparing to set off for the Linglong Holy Land.

Although the Linglong Holy Land's Celebration Ceremony was scheduled for half a month later, it was millions of miles away from the Taixuan Holy Land, and even the most top-tier flying boat would take nearly ten days to arrive.

For major events involving Sect Diplomacy, it was certainly necessary to set aside a certain amount of extra time; it was better to arrive a few days early than to be late.

At this moment, he was wearing a white robe embroidered with gold thread, a Seven Treasures Marvelous Dao Crown on his head, Cloud Treading Boots on his feet, and a Jade Belt around his waist, appearing magnificent, noble, and possessing extraordinary temperament.

Traveling to the Linglong Holy Land this time as the newly promoted Dao Child of Tai Xuan, his every word and action represented the face of the Taixuan Holy Land, so he naturally could not dress too shabbily.

Fortunately, he already had a good appearance, and with the enhancement of the "Dao Child's Four-Piece Set," he looked quite sharp after dressing up, attracting frequent glances from many female Disciples.

As soon as Qi Yuan arrived in front of the Foreign Affairs Hall, a plump, round-faced elder came up to greet him, his face wreathed in smiles:

"Reporting to the Dao Child, the taixuan treasure ship and all the Ceremonial Guards are ready, and the accompanying Disciples have all arrived. We can depart anytime, awaiting your command."

The elder speaking was Song Cheng, the Hall Revered Master of the Foreign Affairs Hall of the Taixuan Holy Land. Although he looked kind and amiable, he was a genuine Void Refining Realm powerhouse, responsible for all the Holy Land's external affairs.

The intention behind Daoist Hengzhen appointing Qi Yuan to represent the Taixuan Holy Land at the ceremony was not for Qi Yuan, the Dao Child, to go alone, but to lead an entire Delegation.

After all, sending only their Dao Child to deliver a gift would be too cheap, and wouldn't properly display the Taixuan Holy Land's prestige.

"Thank you for your hard work, Hall Revered Master Song." Qi Yuan smiled and nodded, speaking warmly to Song Cheng, "I have no issues here, so let's set off."

According to the Holy Land's arrangements, Song Cheng, the Hall Revered Master of the Foreign Affairs Hall, was also among the accompanying personnel.

Of course, even though Song Cheng's own cultivation at the Void Refining Peak was far superior to Qi Yuan's, he was merely a deputy responsible for handling miscellaneous tasks.

In all matters, large and small, encountered during this diplomatic mission, Qi Yuan, the Dao Child, had the final say.

"Yes." Hearing the instruction, Song Cheng immediately responded respectfully, "Please wait a moment, Dao Child. Your Subordinate will immediately arrange for everyone to board the flying boat."

Saying this, he cupped his hands toward Qi Yuan, then quickly walked in front of a group of Foreign Affairs Hall Disciples and shouted loudly:

"The Dao Child has given the order! Everyone board the flying boat immediately and prepare to depart!"

On a platform not far away, a massive golden Treasure Ship was quietly docked.

The Treasure Ship was hundreds of yards long, magnificent and dazzling, covered all over with dense and complex Spiritual Runes, faintly emitting bursts of terrifying Spiritual Pressure.

This was the Taixuan Holy Land's unique taixuan treasure ship, jointly crafted by the Great Masters of Artifact Refining of the Taixuan Holy Land. It was equipped with Formations specifically designed for defense, attack, shielding, wind-breaking, and other functions. The cost of each ship was enough to bankrupt a medium-sized Sect entirely.

Just as the accompanying Disciples were boarding the taixuan treasure ship one after another, Qi Yuan suddenly spotted a familiar figure among them.

"How did he sneak in?"

Qi Yuan muttered with a strange expression, then stepped forward to the person, reminding him with a serious face, "Senior Brother, did you think I wouldn't recognize you just because you wore a hat?"

Lu Changfeng, caught red-handed, rubbed his nose awkwardly and said sheepishly:

"Junior Brother, I didn't expect you'd still spot me even dressed like this. What sharp eyes!"

Qi Yuan speechlessly looked him up and down.

Lu Changfeng was wearing a Light Green Robe that he must have picked up from somewhere. Although it was embroidered with the insignia of a Foreign Affairs Hall Disciple, it was clearly several sizes too small for him, making it look like a short jacket.

That he could forcibly squeeze into it was thanks to the strong malleability of a Nascent Soul Cultivator's Physical Body.

Even more outrageous, this fellow was too lazy to adjust his appearance, simply pulling a Hood of the same color over his head, barely covering a small part of his face.

This outfit, mixed among the hatless Foreign Affairs Hall Disciples, was designed to stand out and be conspicuous... Seriously, shouldn't you be a little more professional when disguising yourself? Do you think I'm blind?

Qi Yuan knew clearly that the reason Hall Revered Master Song Cheng of the Foreign Affairs Hall hadn't immediately dragged out the conspicuous Lu Changfeng was likely due to Lu Changfeng's special status as the Sect Head's Eldest Disciple, making Song Cheng too embarrassed to expose him.

Thinking of this, he shook his head helplessly, "I made it very clear yesterday. Revered Master does not agree to you going to the Linglong Holy Land. As a Disciple, how can you willfully disobey your Revered Master's Orders?"

"Cough, cough..." Lu Changfeng gave two dry laughs, then winked and said, "Junior Brother, don't be angry."

"Look, I've already concealed my identity. I'm not going to the Linglong Holy Land under the name of the Dao Child's Senior Brother, but disguised as an ordinary Disciple in the Delegation."

"Why don't you just turn a blind eye? Consider it a favor that Senior Brother owes you."

Qi Yuan rolled his eyes: "No way. You know Revered Master's temper better than I do. If I dare let you go, I'll be the one Getting Punished later."

Hearing this, Lu Changfeng immediately grew anxious, grabbing Qi Yuan's sleeve, "Oh, Junior Brother, just help me this once. Fairy Xiao hasn't paid attention to me for a long time. She won't even answer my Communication."

As he spoke, his eyes were slightly red:

"Senior Brother just wants to see her from afar. As long as I confirm she is safe and sound, I'll be satisfied. I beg you..."

Qi Yuan felt a chill run down his spine.

Damn, this guy is too pathetic being a Simp!

Xiao Yueni is the Number One Beauty of the Righteous Path. She has no shortage of Simps around her. What kind of Licking Technique hasn't she seen? A scrub like you, even if you lick your tongue raw, it's useless!

"Sigh!"

Qi Yuan sighed, reached out and patted Lu Changfeng's shoulder, and said with a meaningful tone:

"Senior Brother, I am only responsible for handling internal affairs within the Delegation, and I ignore everything else."

As the Personal Disciple of the Sect Head and Revered Master, if you plan to travel somewhere, you can totally apply to have the taixuan treasure ship give you a ride along the way. Do you understand what I mean?"

"Ah?"

Lu Changfeng was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized, and said with a face full of joy:

"That's right, I remember now! I happen to have an important Sect Mission that needs to be completed, and the location is Reed Flower City, which is near the Linglong Holy Land."

"Since it's on the way, please, Dao Child Junior Brother, do me a favor and give me a ride."

Qi Yuan waved his hand expressionlessly, "For minor matters like this, you can just go directly to Hall Revered Master Song to apply; you don't need to bother me."

Lu Changfeng chuckled, "Thank you for the advice, Junior Brother. Senior Brother is extremely grateful and will definitely repay you handsomely in the future!"

After speaking, he impatiently ran off to find Song Cheng, the Hall Revered Master of the Foreign Affairs Hall.

Watching the other party's cheerful retreating figure, Qi Yuan couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth, but quickly smiled with resignation.

Forget it. Perhaps I will never understand the happiness of a Simp... Shortly after.

Swoosh!

The taixuan treasure ship, massive as a mountain, tore through the Void Realm, transforming into a streak of light that shot into the sky and vanished into the boundless clouds.

Inside a lavishly decorated private Cabin, Qi Yuan sat down leisurely and silently summoned the System's Mission List:

"New Mission Released: After a fierce and arduous battle, you, with the help of Eldest Senior Sister Bai Xirou, killed the Old Ancestor of the Wang Family, Wang Family Ancestor. However, the area around Falling Cloud Valley is no longer a safe place for you to stay."

"After leaving Puzhou City, Eldest Senior Sister Bai Xirou resolved to go out and seek the Dao, intending to return to avenge her father after successfully Cultivating. After parting ways with Bai Xirou, you, missing your Younger Sister Qi Yao, prepared to embark on the journey to the Linglong Holy Land."

"Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned. Midway through your journey, you heard the news that your Family had been Wiped Out by Demonic Cultivators..."

"Mission Objective: The Host is requested to uncover the truth behind the destruction of the Qi Family and execute the murderer within two months."

"Mission Difficulty: Five Stars (Extremely Difficult)"

"Mission Reward: 1,500 Counterattack Points, the Supreme Defensive Magical Artifact Golden Ao Bell, and a new Talent [Dao Heart Clarity] (Upon activation, it can greatly strengthen the Host's Dao Heart, enhance Comprehension Ability, and overcome Heart Demon intrusions in most circumstances)."

"Note: This mission can be abandoned, with no penalty upon abandonment."

The Qi Family was Wiped Out?!

Seeing this mission that had just been refreshed recently, Qi Yuan couldn't help but widen his eyes, his face filled with shock...