Chapter 1156: A New Direction

On the outer island of Tianluo Island.

Ling Feng narrowed his eyes toward the inner island, his fists unconsciously tightening.

𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

"Who exactly is that man in black robes? Could he be my grandfather, the Medical Saint, Ling Hanyang?"

He stood in silence for a long time before finally pushing those thoughts aside. Looking down at the orb in his hand, he tightened his grip slightly, then carefully stored it away.

He would learn the truth once he destroyed the Heaven-Patrolling Angel hiding in the Sea of Miracles.

And until that day, the only thing he had to do was keep getting stronger!

With that realization, Ling Feng stopped dwelling on the black-robed man's identity. He turned to the Despicable Donkey, gave him a light shove, and said quietly, "Hey, you. Stop pretending to be dead!"

"

Cough, cough...

pretending? What do you mean pretending to be dead?"

Despicable Donkey's eyes snapped open, glaring furiously at Ling Feng. "Kid, you have no idea how close this divine beast came to losing his precious life!"

"Alright, alright. Let's say I owe you one this time."

"That's more like it." Despicable Donkey folded his hooves across his chest, looking smug and satisfied.

Ling Feng helped him up. The fact that the creature could still talk so much meant his injuries were not too serious. Fortunately, that thick hide and strong recovery saved him. If it had been any ordinary early-tier Demon Emperor taking that Heaven-Patrolling Angel's strike, they would already be dead.

"Go back to the Five Elements Heavenly Palace and rest. This time was my mistake. I didn't expect that angel to be not only powerful but also so cautious that I didn't even get a chance to use Chaotic Rebirth!"

Ling Feng sighed softly, sent the Despicable Donkey back into the Five Elements Heavenly Palace, and began reflecting on the battle. The next time he faced a Heaven-Patrolling Angel, he would need to unleash his full strength from the very start!

By now, the Feng Family had already withdrawn from Tianluo Island. They were likely waiting for him somewhere fifty miles away. According to their agreement, they would wait until dawn. There was still some time before sunrise.

"The Sea of Miracles..."

Ling Feng drew out the Tianlan Sea Token from his robe and murmured, "It seems I must go there after all."

According to the Azure Jade Scale Serpent, only those bearing the Tianlan Sea Token could gain the recognition of the Venerable of the Desolate Sea and enter the Sea of Miracles. The fact that he had obtained one himself could only be fate.

...

On the Sea-Calming Dragon Vessel.

"Miss Tuoba, don't worry. With Brother Ling's ability, he'll return safely. You don't have to fret so much."

Fatty Huang tried to comfort Tuoba Yan, who had been frowning ever since she regained consciousness.

But when she turned her cold gaze toward him, Fatty Huang immediately shrank his neck and backed away.

At last, when the first rays of the morning sun broke over the horizon, Ling Feng's figure appeared above the sea. With a few swift movements, he landed steadily on the deck of the Sea-Calming Dragon Vessel.

"Mr. Ling!"

"Young friend Ling!"

The elders of the Feng Family and Feng Yan's siblings hurried forward. Seeing Ling Feng safe and sound brought visible relief to their faces.

"Mr. Ling, thank the heavens you're unharmed. Miss Tuoba has been worried sick about you," Feng Chan said, biting her lip as she pointed toward Tuoba Yan, who was still sulking in the distance.

"

Hehe

..."

Ling Feng rubbed his nose with an awkward smile. "I'm fine now. Sorry to make everyone worry."

He walked toward Tuoba Yan and smiled. "Yan'er, are you still angry?"

"

Hmph,

what right do I have to be angry? I only ever slow down the great Young Master Ling."

Tuoba Yan glared at him, then turned away with a huff.

Ling Feng scratched the back of his head, sighing inwardly:

Ugh... Women are nothing but headaches!

Tuoba Yan watched him fumble for words, neither apologizing nor explaining himself, and she felt both angry and amused. If she were to genuinely get angry at that blockhead, nine lives wouldn't be enough to survive being aggravated by him.

Why am I reacting like this? It's not like I'm anything to him...

Her cheeks flushed slightly.

No, that's not it. I promised Qianxue I'd look after him. I'm only upset because of her. Yes, it's for Qianxue!

Ling Feng had no idea what was going through her mind. He turned toward the Feng Family's patriarch and spoke calmly. "Senior Feng, Brother Feng, Second Young Miss, I won't be returning to Fengling County with you. I plan to train for a while in the Tianlan Sea Region."

"I see." Feng Zhengde took a deep breath, then bowed deeply. "Young friend Ling, the Feng Family owes you a debt. No matter when, our doors will always be open to you!"

"Senior, you're too kind."

Ling Feng quickly helped him up. "When I helped your family, I also needed the Blood Jade Spring Flower from Brother Feng."

"By the way, Senior Feng, there's something else I'd like your help with."

"Speak freely, young friend. Even if it takes the full strength of the Feng Family, as long as it's within our power, we will see it done," the patriarch said firmly.

"It's nothing difficult."

Ling Feng took out the Blood Jade Spring Flower. "Please send this to the Divine Ling Sect in the Xianzong Mountains of the Tianbai Empire. Deliver it to Acting Sect Leader Duanmu Qingshan. Once you hand it over, just mention my name. He will understand."

Ling Feng had originally intended to deliver the Blood Jade Spring Flower himself. With a year to spare, there was no rush to return. However, the path ahead was now uncertain. He was heading into the Sea of Miracles and might face severe delays. If he were to be held up and miss the critical window for Lin Xian'er's treatment, he knew he would never forgive himself.

"Let me take it!"

Before the patriarch could answer, Feng Yan stepped forward, grinning as he accepted the flower. "I could use the exercise anyway. Maybe I'll even lose some weight."

"I'm going if Young Master Feng is going!" Fatty Huang said with a laugh. "A trip to the Tianbai Empire sounds perfect!"

"Count me in!" Lan Yingying chimed cheerfully, standing right beside Feng Yan as usual.

"With you and Brother Huang delivering it personally, I couldn't ask for better," Ling Feng said with a nod. He trusted Feng Yan completely.

"

Haha

, Brother Ling, when I return from the Tianbai Empire, let's meet again if fate allows!"

"We will!" Ling Feng replied with a faint smile.

He released Zifeng, and a massive purple Ice Lin, over three zhang tall, soared into the sky. Ling Feng leapt onto its back, then turned and waved to Tuoba Yan. "Yan'er, if you're still angry, I'll just leave first!"

"Hmph, don't even think about ditching me!"

Tuoba Yan gritted her teeth and quickly flew up, landing behind him.

"Master, hold on tight!"

Zifeng grinned, then surged forward, racing toward the depths of the inner sea...