Chapter 701: Fairy Lin Yun

Following Lishang's arrangements, Wang Sheng found a secluded spot to enter seclusion.

He intended to use this time to carefully comprehend the Great Dao sword case, hoping to obtain more fragments of the Myriad-Slaying Sword Intent and put them to use in the coming battle against the Celestial Wind Sect. Lishang personally guarded him. If they had to relocate, she would inform him in advance.

Before entering meditation, Wang Sheng sorted through his thoughts.

He now had a clear grasp of the entire story behind Nuwa's lineage. Earlier, he had wondered why Nuwa's descendants would attract heavenly tribulation, why they opposed the Heavenly Court, and why they would go so far as to defy heaven, creating a supreme cultivation technique meant to return the Three Realms to chaos.

In truth, this was their way of declaring war on the Heavenly Court to overthrow Haotian. To them, the sacred spirit that Nuwa had left behind was not only the ruler destined to open the Three Realms and maintain peace across the endless space. It was also the last trace of her bloodline in this world.

They had waited for countless ages, yet in the Ancient Era, all they witnessed was the rise of Haotian, not the sacred spirit that Nuwa had created.

No one could have let such a malicious act slide.

Hence, Nuwa's descendants chose to rebel against heaven. Unfortunately, the Great Dao suppressed them.

Haotian had played a guiding role behind all this. Using his authority as the Three Realms' ruler, he initiated a heavenly tribulation against Nuwa's lineage, causing the Great Dao to abandon them.

Afterward, the six stone tablets fell into his hands. He cultivated using a supreme mystical art, seeking to step into the ranks of the Three Pure Ones. However, this only made the trio manifest and destroy him with a single strike.

Wang Sheng murmured to himself, "Empress Nuwa's descendants clearly do not know the exact details about Earth."

He quietly laughed in amusement. Out of curiosity, he had asked Lishang a few questions, but she merely confirmed what he already knew.

Setting such thoughts aside, Wang Sheng took out the scabbard and held it in his hand, feeling the cool aura emanating from within.

Time to challenge the tower. Once the Celestial Wind Sect is destroyed and the eleven qi planets become part of our territory, I will be able to cultivate in peace. For as long as the Xinghai Sect and Earth's cultivators continue to grow, I will be able to set aside my responsibilities, find Senior Sister, and spend our lives together.

It all sounded simple, but it required many steps, careful planning, and a considerable amount of time. Fortunately, time flowed differently inside and outside the Realm of Exiled Immortals. Even if he spent ten thousand years wandering outside, returning home would still allow him to care for his parents and let them enjoy their later years.

He breathed out slowly and calmed down. Afterward, he guided his immortal perception into the Great Dao sword case. He soon saw the old tower spirit, who looked deeply aggrieved. The moment they met, the old man spoke.

"Young Master, do you really hold the old master's Dao inheritance in such low regard? It is nearly on the same level as the Primordial Dao. Could you show it a little more respect and visit more often?"

With an embarrassed smile, Wang Sheng repeatedly replied, "I will, I promise."

He quickly threw himself into the trials.

***

Several months later, Wang Sheng was awakened for the first time. He and the Xinghai Sect moved to another location, narrowly avoiding one of the Celestial Wind Sect's search groups. He felt the urge to head out and fight them, but for the sake of the greater good, he held himself back.

Once things had settled, the sect relied on Yao Xingzi's divination to evade danger once more. Wang Sheng then returned to the Great Dao sword case.

He had gained two more fragments of the Myriad-Slaying Sword Intent, making it even stronger. His understanding deepened steadily as well. He could even start attempting to control and turn it into a boost for his own Dao of the Sword.

A sword is a weapon for killing. A blade is an edge that ends life. Since I have chosen to walk the path of the Myriad Slayer, I have to learn to control my killing intent. The stronger I become, the less I can allow myself to simply act on killing intent.

Wang Sheng focused on comprehending the Myriad-Slaying Sword Intent for one year and three months.

***

As Wang Sheng cultivated, Yaoyun and Huai Jing, who had made haste, finally reached Xuhuai, the celestial body where Lin Yun lived in seclusion.

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Amitabha.

I did not expect to come across a grand temple here."

With a satisfied expression, Huai Jing stood before the Xuhai Grand Buddhist Temple, the most renowned Buddhist temple. Beside him, Yaoyun, who had a veil on, could not help but smile.

They had originally planned to find the reclusive fairy immediately, but upon discovering the temple, Huai Jing insisted on paying his respects first. It almost seemed as though he had not been worshipped enough in a past life.

At the very least, they gained unexpected information within the temple. Though it did not really help their mission, they learned about the distribution of immortal forces on this planet.

"Buddhist Master, can we attend to the main matter now?"

Huai Jing smiled. "Of course, of course."

He summoned a white cloud and invited Yaoyun to ride with him.

After leaving the area, Huai Jing telepathically said, "

Two Buddhist experts are living in seclusion in that temple. Should we invite them as well?

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𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"

Oh?

"

Yaoyun frowned slightly.

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Buddhist Master, have you made contact with them?

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Not yet. I only sensed their aura.

"

Huai Jing smiled once more.

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Some matters carry more weight than others. I would not risk exposing our whereabouts so easily. I do have faith in Buddhist practitioners, but we cannot afford to disrupt the favorable situation we have right now.

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Favorable situation? What do you mean?

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I am referring to Fei Yu.

" Huai Jing sighed softly. "

Since entering the endless space, Fei Yu has been hesitant and has been avoiding things all along. I know him well enough to know he never wanted to be a leader. He only wished to do what he could for Earth's cultivators, put his mind at ease, and then live a quiet life. I'm sure you know that about him just as well.

"

Yaoyun's gaze softened.

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Mm.

I have never wanted to force him to toil for the restoration of the Heavenly Court.

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Still, he cannot avoid this path. Fortunately, he realized that before it was too late. Right now, there are no overly powerful factions around the ancient battlefield, which means we're about to witness a golden period of growth. What Earth's cultivators lack most is time, but once they leave the Realm of Exiled Immortals, that problem will be greatly eased. All that remains is for Fei Yu to become a Golden Immortal."

Yaoyun listened quietly, though her mind seemed to wander elsewhere.

Huai Jing patted his bald head and quieted down. Since the princess was no longer paying attention, speaking further would make no difference.

Their white cloud drifted over countless peaks, the winding scenery bringing a sense of calm. Following the guidance on the jade slip, they found a secluded valley that felt like a hidden paradise.

There were no arrays, and the primal qi was sparse, but it had a pleasant scenery. Green trees and red flowers surrounded a few thatched cottages, giving off a peaceful aura.

Those who had no idea that a Golden Immortal was in seclusion here would think it was just a small village of hunters.

Despite having already memorized the directions, Yaoyun still took out the jade slip to double-check.

Huai Jing looked puzzled. "Is this the place?"

Yaoyun nodded. "Yeah, she's supposed to be here. Let's head down and take a look. We'll enter through the valley entrance so we do not frighten the mortals."

"

Amitabha,

" Huai Jing intoned as he followed her lead.

The two entered through the valley entrance and soon attracted the attention of two boys. They ran over to ask where the two suspicious strangers had come from and what they were doing here, then warmly invited them to visit their home.

Yaoyun had just agreed when she stopped and looked at the wooden house in the deepest part of the valley. In front of it stood a woman who looked to be in her forties or fifties. She was in simple cloth garments and a headscarf, holding the doorframe as she looked at Yaoyun, tears glimmering in her eyes.

"Is it really you... Thirteenth Princess?"

Yaoyun lowered her head and removed her veil. Her lips pressed together slightly as she tried to maintain a smile. Firmly, she nodded.

The woman stumbled forward. After taking a few steps, she seemed to recall the techniques at her disposal. She immediately used Ground Shrinker and appeared right before Yaoyun, stunning the two boys.

The woman's voice trembled as she cried. "Your Highness! It really is you! You're alive!"

As though coming to a realization, she quickly knelt before Yaoyun.

"I, Lin Yun of the Jade Pool, pay you my respects, Your Highness! Thank goodness you're safe! Thank goodness..."

"Aunt Yu, please get up." Yaoyun hurriedly helped her get back on her feet. "There is no need for such formality."

The two boys remained frozen in shock.

Huai Jing smiled. "Let us find a quiet place to catch up. Look at how frightened these two children are."

Yaoyun looked at the boys. "And these two are...?"

"They are the children of my two adopted sons," Lin Yun replied gently. She then turned to the boys. "Go home now. Do not run around playing."

The well-mannered boys replied in unison, "Yes, great-grandmother."

Lin Yun then led Yaoyun into the wooden house. It had a simple interior, with only a bed, a bamboo chair, and a low table.

After so many years apart, Lin Yun could only ask with concern how Yaoyun had survived and why she now seemed so different. Yaoyun sighed quietly and briefly explained how her remnant soul had transformed into a spirit.

"Your Highness, my poor princess." Lin Yun held Yaoyun and sobbed softly. "My failure to protect you has caused you so much suffering. I can never show my face around Her Majesty again."

Yaoyun could only comfort her gently.

Huai Jing sat quietly on the bamboo chair to the side. Seeing no end to their conversation, he silently took out a worn book.

100 Classic Single-Player Games.

After conversing for quite some time, Lin Yun finally returned to her true appearance. With a shift, her plain clothes turned into elegant robes. She transformed into a beautiful fairy with a mature charm.

"Since you have come to find me, you must have pressing matters to discuss. Please speak freely. I did my best to stay alive all this time to one day meet you again."

Yaoyun sighed softly. "I wish to ask you to come out of seclusion and assist my sword master."

Following the formal etiquette of the Jade Pool fairies, Lin Yun knelt upright without bowing. "As you command, Your Highness! I will devote myself to assisting your... sword master? What?"

Lin Yun frowned at Yaoyun.

"Your Highness, why do you have a sword master? You are of noble birth! How could you acknowledge someone else as your master?"

Huai Jing chuckled, but before he could speak, a surge of pressure locked onto him. The bamboo chair beneath him shattered instantly. Dropped to the ground, he could only stare in shock at the furious Lin Yun.

Such powerful pressure! Is she really only at the Golden Immortal Realm?