After returning to the Heaven’s Pinnacle Sect, Chu Feng parted ways with Bai Yuyan since he still had to report the mission to his master.
Thinking of his master, to be honest, Chu Feng still didn’t know how to face her. Their master-disciple relationship had only just begun, and yet he had already been rude to her once. It all felt like things were moving way too fast!
Coming to the grand hall again, Chu Feng took a deep breath before finally pushing the door open.
It seemed that Lu Xiyue had long expected his arrival and had been waiting here for quite some time.
Looking at his master, who radiated a mature charm, Chu Feng suddenly recalled that day’s events. His face flushed red, his heart pounded, and his breathing grew hurried.
Damn it!
His master had only done that in order to help him cultivate…how could he now be savoring the memory?!
Chu Feng cursed himself inwardly, then steadied his emotions. He bowed respectfully and said,
“Your disciple Chu Feng pays his respects to Master.”
Seeing Chu Feng, Lu Xiyue nearly rushed forward to embrace him and dote on him, if not for the fear of startling her dear disciple.
Hmph! She had originally planned to take the chance that night to deepen her bond with him. But then her senior brother, the sect master, had sent down a transfer order, sending Chu Feng down the mountain on a mission.
She heard it was that woman who had specifically named him…how irritating!
At this point in time, there was no way Feng’er could have known that woman. The only explanation was that she, too, had been reborn!
“Feng’er, no need for such formalities. Come, let Master take a look at you.”
As Lu Xiyue spoke, she beckoned with her hand, and Chu Feng was drawn to stand before her.
She pinched his bones lightly. Quite good. With the aid of her true qi, his foundations had already begun to change.
“Feng’er, during this trip, did you meet the Empress of Yan?” Lu Xiyue asked.
Chu Feng shook his head, “Originally, after completing the mission, we were supposed to be summoned by the Empress. But unexpected events occurred, so I came back.”
It was only upon returning that Chu Feng learned a seventh-rank demon king had charged toward the county. Fortunately, the Great Yan court dispatched two seventh-rank powerhouses.
Not only did they capture the demon king and bring him back, they also held the Luoyan Mountain demon clan accountable for breaking the treaty, killing humans, and hiding the presence of a demon king.
The matter even alarmed the Empress herself. She ordered the seventh-rank demon king executed on the spot, which instantly provoked outrage among the demon clans, pushing the already fragile human-demon relations to the brink of collapse.
Hearing that Chu Feng hadn’t met the Empress in the end, Lu Xiyue secretly breathed a sigh of relief. With that woman’s personality, if she encountered Feng’er who was now only at first rank she definitely wouldn’t be able to resist devouring him.
“Feng’er, what insights did you gain from this journey?”
Lu Xiyue smiled as she asked, playing the role of a caring master. At the same time, she was gently guiding him, waiting for the day Feng’er would take the initiative to confess to her.
“Master, I want to learn the sword!”
This battle between Bai Yuyan and the fox demon left Chu Feng full of envy. He too wanted to unleash sword qi.
“You can, but only after you break through to the second rank. Right now, your foundation is too weak.”
The sword technique Lu Xiyue intended to teach Chu Feng was none other than the very style Chu Feng had personally created in his past life. A fusion of softness and strength.
If not for that treacherous disciple at the end, who drew upon the heaven’s fortune qi for protection, the final battle’s outcome would still have been uncertain!
“Yes, Master. I will definitely work twice as hard!”
Chu Feng spoke with a look of utmost determination.
“By the way, since you’ve resolved to train in the sword, take this.”
Lu Xiyue produced a brand-new longsword and handed it to Chu Feng. This was her personal sword, though she rarely used it. She kept it at her side more like an ornament.
Precisely because of that, many people recognized this blade. Anyone who saw it would immediately know Chu Feng was her disciple, which gave him an added layer of protection.
After exchanging a few more words, Chu Feng took his leave.
The moment he departed, Lu Xiyue collapsed weakly. The only reason she’d sent him away was because if he stayed any longer, she might not be able to resist devouring him.
No, no! She had to wait until Feng’er broke through again….then, it would be proper and just!
After leaving, Chu Feng headed straight for the Mission Hall to claim his reward for this assignment.
Just as he arrived at the entrance, he saw a large crowd gathered there.
“Tch! That Lin Ruo really can’t stay out of trouble. He’s only been in the sect a few days, and he’s already stirred something up again.”
“Yeah, and this time he’s provoked the Lin family. Though, I heard this brat was expelled from the clan.”
“Heh, looks like we’re in for a good show.”
Lin Ruo?!
Hearing that familiar name immediately piqued Chu Feng’s curiosity.
But there were too many people packed in front, and he couldn’t squeeze his way through. Some disciples on the side had even started placing bets.
If only Chu Feng had even a single spirit stone in his pocket, he’d be tempted to go all in.
Boom—
A burst of true qi clashed, and the crowd instantly scattered.
Before Chu Feng could even react, a ripple of energy swept straight toward him.
Crap!
Reacting quickly, Chu Feng ducked behind cover to avoid it.
As expected of a protagonist. When he caused a scene, it was no small commotion!
When the shockwaves finally subsided, Chu Feng peeked out from his hiding spot and was stunned.
The Mission Hall was a complete mess.
Two figures stood at the center, one of them drenched in blood.
“Puh—cough cough! Lin Ruo, I never expected… you still had such strength in you!”
Lin Tian, the second young master of the Lin family, was at the mid-stage of Second Rank cultivation, around the same age as Lin Ruo.
“Pfft!”
Lin Ruo spat out a mouthful of blood and sneered. “After all these years, your progress has been pathetic. If I were you, I wouldn’t show my face in public.”
“You—!”
Lin Tian’s eyes turned bloodshot, clearly shaken by Lin Ruo’s words. In the end, his eyes rolled back. His rage and severe injuries overwhelmed him and he passed out.
At that moment, Lin Ruo turned around and happened to see Chu Feng. That was the disciple who always followed around his senior sister!
As for Bai Yuyan, Lin Ruo had long held a grudge. Not only had she taken his treasured item, but she’d also demanded to inspect his storage pouch in front of so many people.
If the Sect Master hadn’t personally protected him afterward, he probably would’ve been kicked out of the sect by now.
Lin Ruo couldn’t touch his senior sister for the time being, but dealing with her little sidekick? That was a piece of cake.
As Lin Ruo locked eyes with him, Chu Feng felt a strong sense of dread rise in his chest.
Surely… he’s not thinking of forcing a man, right…?
Boom—
In the next moment, an explosive sound came from beneath Lin Ruo’s feet as his figure shot straight toward Chu Feng.
“!!!”
No way…why is he coming at me?! I’m just here for the drama!
Chu Feng didn’t dare to hesitate and immediately drew the longsword his master had just given him.
“Huh? Why did Lin Ruo suddenly change targets?”
“No idea… But that disciple’s only at First Rank. Doesn’t seem like Lin Ruo’s usual type to go after.”
“Wait a moment! Isn’t that the Moonlight Sword Fairy’s sword he’s holding?!”
“Holy crap, it is! Who is this guy?!”
In an instant, the crowd erupted into chaos.
Although Chu Feng was currently at the same First Rank level as Lin Ruo, he could clearly feel his breathing becoming labored. As if something invisible was weighing down on him.
In that brief moment of daze, Lin Ruo was already right in front of him.
Not good!
Chu Feng tried to defend himself…but it was too late.
Just as Lin Ruo was about to strike, a sharp, feminine voice rang out.
“How dare you!”
It was followed by the sound of something tearing through the air.
Boom—
A longsword, entirely crimson from blade to hilt, stabbed into the ground.
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