Chapter 10: The Secret Realm of Mount Qishan

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The two who had been expelled from the Lingxiao Sect were in a pitiable state, and Lin Yi, severely wounded, urgently needed to recuperate.

Chu Linger found a nearby inn for them to rest.

After half a day of recuperation, Lin Yi’s injuries had somewhat improved.

Fortunately, Ye Fan had not dealt a fatal blow, and none of the wounds were critical; otherwise, this journey would have been over before it began.

“Senior Brother Lin Yi, how are you feeling?”

Chu Linger was very concerned about him. Seeing him awaken from his recuperation, she immediately asked with care.

Lin Yi waved his hand dismissively. “It’s nothing. These minor injuries are not worth mentioning.”

“It’s just that bastard breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage gave him an advantage in realm,” he added.

“But the Nascent Soul realm is only so powerful. I suspect he probably used some secret method to forcibly boost his cultivation.”

“He has the realm but lacks true strength—outwardly strong but hollow inside.”

“If I were at the same realm as him, he wouldn’t stand a chance!”

Chu Linger nodded in full agreement. “Of course. Senior Brother Lin Yi, you have no background, yet you possess such cultivation at this age, truly a paragon among peers.”

“As for Ye Fan, he is nothing before you. One day, he will regret his actions today!”

Lin Yi thoroughly enjoyed being praised by Chu Linger and shamelessly boasted, “Fortunately, I came with you this time.”

“Otherwise, with Ye Fan’s petty and vindictive nature, who knows how he would have retaliated against you.”

“It’s my fault for not being fully prepared. I thought Ye Fan, out of old ties, wouldn’t do anything too cruel even if he refused.”

“But who would have thought that bastard could be so heartless? He’s simply unworthy of being human!”

Seeing Lin Yi’s righteous demeanor and recalling Ye Fan’s cold, fierce gaze, Chu Linger’s resolve only deepened.

Her admiration and affection for Lin Yi grew even stronger.

A true man born between heaven and earth must stand tall and fearless even in the face of formidable enemies.

What does it mean to be unyielding in the face of power?

In her eyes, Lin Yi was exactly such a man.

“Senior Brother Lin Yi, I’ve messed up again. When we return, my father will surely scold me.”

“Why don’t… why don’t we elope?” she blurted out.

Lin Yi almost spat blood in shock. This foolish woman was truly terrifyingly naive.

Why had he been persistently attached to Chu Linger? Was it not to rely on her to gain more cultivation resources?

If they eloped now, what use would she be?

Though they had not achieved their goals yet, she was still the Second Young Miss of the Linghan Sect and still held some value.

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“Junior Sister, I don’t think that’s a good idea.”

“It’s not that I don’t want to, but if we just run away like this, wouldn’t we be a laughingstock forever?”

“Forget about our own faces—what about the Linghan Sect? What about the sect leader?”

“As a disciple of the Linghan Sect, I cannot just stand by and do nothing!”

“So, we must return, but…”

At that moment, a clatter of chairs and tables came from downstairs.

“Waiter, bring the finest wine and dishes!”

“Damn it, they said the Qishan Secret Realm was about to open. We’ve been waiting for days with no sign.”

“Exactly, who spread this rumor? It can’t be fake, right?”

“It shouldn’t be. Most major sects have already arrived, and there do seem to be some spatial fluctuations. You just can’t sense them.”

“What do you mean by that? Are you saying my cultivation is insufficient?”

“...”

Lin Yi and Chu Linger heard everything clearly inside the room.

In fact, on their way to the Lingxiao Sect, they had vaguely heard some news about the Qishan Secret Realm.

At the time, they hadn’t paid much attention, but now it seemed it was not baseless.

“Junior Sister, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for us.”

“Rumor has it that the secret realm conceals many rare treasures, and even obtaining one would be priceless.”

“If we’re lucky, there might even be a great fortune.”

“If we can bring back some treasures, it will compensate for everything.”

“We cannot rely on Ye Fan anymore; we must rely on ourselves!”

Having confirmed this news, Lin Yi made a swift decision and proposed a plan.

Chu Linger was utterly bewitched by Lin Yi’s words, admiring him more than ever.

In such a moment, whatever decision Lin Yi made, she would unconditionally support it.

“Senior Brother, you speak wisely. I never wished to be subjugated.”

“This time, I will make my father, my sister, and all the sect elders see me in a new light.”

“Senior Brother, no time to delay—we must prepare properly!”

…

Meanwhile, inside the main hall of the Lingxiao Sect.

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“Father, why have you summoned me so late at night?” Ye Fan asked.

“Fan’er, are you aware that the Qishan Secret Realm is about to open?” Ye Wumian regarded Ye Fan with a hint of pride in his eyes.

Since the day Ye Fan had boldly annulled his engagement, he knew his son had grown up.

He was no longer the frivolous playboy who only knew love and pleasure, but a true young man who could stand on his own.

“Father, I was unaware. Do you want me to go there?”

Ye Fan had not ventured out recently and knew nothing about the secret realm.

But now that his father mentioned it and summoned him late at night, it was clear he intended for him to investigate.

“Exactly! At your age, it’s time to undergo some trials.”

“When the Qishan Secret Realm opens, many disciples from various sects will seek opportunities.”

“Although your cultivation has improved, you still lack worldly experience.”

“This is a great chance to go out and broaden your horizons. Are you willing?”

In the past, Ye Wumian would never have let Ye Fan go on such an expedition, always sending outstanding disciples of the sect instead.

As for Ye Fan, he had planned to live a protected life, content as a playboy.

With Lingxiao Sect’s power in the northwest region, Ye Fan could live worry-free forever.

But now, seeing immense potential in Ye Fan, Ye Wumian changed his mind.

Ye Fan understood his father’s good intentions perfectly.

Not only was he willing to go at his father’s behest, but upon learning of this, he would have volunteered eagerly.

The reason was simple: he needed a vast number of rare treasures to rapidly strengthen himself.

Surely, the Qishan Secret Realm would hold ample treasures, at least richer than the Linghan Sect’s reserves...

“Father, no need to say more. Having the chance to venture out and train is exactly what I desire!”

“I will return to pack and set off tomorrow.”

“It’s late—Father, you should rest early. I take my leave!”

Seeing Ye Fan’s prompt agreement, Ye Wumian nodded in satisfaction.

After Ye Fan left, his expression returned to its usual imposing calm as he said indifferently, “Third Elder, keep an eye on Fan’er this trip. He still lacks experience.”