The next day.

A handsome young man arrived riding a sword, landing in front of the courtyard.

Zhang Xian and Lin Yinyin were leaning back-to-back, each holding a Yunmiao Sect tome in their hands.

The young man stepped forward and cupped his hands in greeting. “I am the Peak Master of Wuwang Peak, Wangya. You two must be the honored guests from the Cloud Raiment Pavilion.”

Zhang Xian and Lin Yinyin returned the courtesy politely.

The message from the Cloud Raiment Pavilion had already explained the origins of the two. One was a wealthy young master from a minor world who had business dealings with the Cloud Raiment Pavilion, accompanied by a Dao Companion of exceptionally high talent, possessing a top-grade Water Spirit Root.

For Yun Wanqing to personally vouch for them, this wealthy young master was definitely not just ordinarily rich. Wangya could tell at a glance that Zhang Xian practiced the False Core technique, further confirming his guess. The False Core technique was not something just anyone could afford to sustain.

“Junior Sister Nangong has gone out on a training journey, so I will be receiving you two.”

“We apologize for troubling the Peak Master.”

“Pavilion Master Yun has already explained in her message that you two wish to enter our sect’s inner sect to cultivate. I wonder if you have any particular cultivation techniques or goals in mind.”

Zhang Xian smiled. “I hail from a lower realm and only know that the Yunmiao Sect’s Dao methods are peerlessly profound. I wonder what recommendations the Peak Master might have.”

“Peerless is an overstatement, but our Yunmiao Sect is diverse, with each peak’s Dao methods being quite different. Disciples can choose their path based on affinity and opportunity. Moreover, our sect emphasizes open exchange. It’s not that once you choose a particular peak, you can only cultivate there. Each peak holds morning and evening lessons daily, and any inner sect disciple is free to attend them.

“With Pavilion Master Yun’s recommendation, you two can choose a peak to cultivate at as nominal disciples. If fate allows in the future, it’s not impossible to choose another master and become a personal disciple.”

Zhang Xian and Lin Yinyin nodded in agreement. Openness and freedom were major characteristics of the Yunmiao Sect.

“The supreme technique I cultivate is the sect’s ‘Nine Turns Jade Condensation Sutra.’ If you don’t mind, you can join my Wuwang Peak.” Wangya directly extended an olive branch.

Lin Yinyin’s top-grade Water Spirit Root had sparked his desire for talent. Of course, there was another more hidden reason: he had once been one of Yun Wanqing’s suitors. Being able to help his goddess made him very happy.

“My affinity with the Dao is shallow, and I fear we may not be able to bear the weight of the Great Dao. I wonder if there are other cultivation paths within the sect for us to choose?” Zhang Xian quickly refused. Joking aside, he wasn’t comfortable placing Lin Yinyin under a young male cultivator, especially one who was so handsome.

Wangya inwardly sighed with regret. With a wave of his sleeve, dozens of lines of text materialized in the air.

Peak Name Peak Master/Supervisor Specialization

Mysterious Mechanism Peak Wangji Formations

Heavenly Puppet Peak Su Yuanshen Puppet Crafting

Spirit Sword Peak Li Fuxi Sword Techniques

“These are peaks that accept nominal disciples. You can take a look,” Wangya introduced.

Zhang Xian immediately noticed the name Li Fuxi. He remembered she was also a 20-point Daughter of Destiny who had bid against him for the Beauty Preservation Pill.

“The Spirit Sword Peak looks good. Yinyin and I have been fascinated by swordplay since we were young.”

“Oh, Spirit Sword Peak hasn’t had a Peak Master for many years. The one currently overseeing Spirit Sword Peak is the Supervisor. She also primarily cultivates the ‘Nine Turns Jade Condensation Sutra.’ If you two wish to learn sword techniques, you should go to Po Yun Peak,” Wangya kindly reminded them.

“It’s fine. That’s the one. I feel the words ‘Spirit Sword’ have an affinity with me,” Zhang Xian said determinedly.

“Very well.” Wangya’s expression turned somewhat odd, thinking to himself that this kid might have ulterior motives. “I’ll send a message to Junior Sister Fuxi and have her come fetch you.”

After a while, two figures rode the wind and arrived, sheathing their swords as they landed mid-air.

The one behind was a burly young man wearing a moon-white robe, tall and large-framed. Hmm, supporting character, not important.

The leading female cultivator wore a loose white robe with silver patterns and wide sleeves. Her figure was somewhat petite, probably less than 1.6 meters tall, with a somewhat cute braid.

【Ding! Li Fuxi’s Favorability towards you is -5. Binding successful.】

Her face was smooth and lustrous, her cheeks still carrying some baby fat, making her appear somewhat youthful. However, she happened to have almond-shaped eyes, and the tear mole under the corner of her eye added a hint of allure. What drew Zhang Xian’s attention most were her pair of impressive ‘truths,’ which even her loose embroidered robe couldn’t conceal.

The moment Lin Yinyin saw her, alarm bells rang loudly in her heart.

Danger!!

She even suspected her brother specifically came for this Li Fuxi; it was too suspicious!

Such a beautiful woman! Though a bit short, her ‘truths’ are far too threatening; Lin Yinyin is no match.

“You’re the disciples shoved in by the Cloud Raiment Pavilion?” Li Fuxi’s voice was clear and pleasant but carried a trace of impatience.

Not only was Li Fuxi displeased; the burly young man behind her was also scrutinizing them with an examining gaze. His Dao title was Zhenhai, the chief disciple of Spirit Sword Peak, at Golden Core First Layer.

I heard it’s some rich second-generation bringing along a pretty girl. They specifically asked to come to our Spirit Sword Peak; their motives might be impure; I need to be careful and vigilant, Zhenhai thought secretly.

Hmm? Damn! This girl is so pretty! Master, please accept her!

Seeing Li Fuxi’s unfriendly tone, Wangya quickly stepped forward with a smile: “These two have good aptitude and talent; they might even bring glory to your Spirit Sword Peak.” At the same time, he secretly messaged her:

“Junior Sister, your Spirit Sword Peak is short on people right now. This girl has a top-grade Water Spirit Root. Besides, accepting an inner sect disciple means extra spirit stone subsidies every year. Have you forgotten?”

“Understood.” Li Fuxi responded sullenly.

Hearing Li Fuxi’s question, Zhang Xian politely replied: “We are friends of the Cloud Raiment Pavilion who have come seeking apprenticeship and skills.”

“Hmph! I heard you even hold that woman Nangong Yao’s token? And yet you dare seek apprenticeship under me?” Li Fuxi said coldly.

Oh? Zhang Xian’s eyes lit up; this woman seemed to have some grudge against Nangong Yao too. You’re the one!

“Ahem. These two don’t know Junior Sister Nangong either; Pavilion Master Yun gave them the token,” Wangya stepped in to smooth things over.

“Yun Wanqing? No wonder Senior Brother is so concerned about this matter. Don’t forget you also cultivate the ‘Nine Turns Jade Condensation Sutra’!” Li Fuxi shot Wangya a sidelong glance.

Wangya gave an awkward smile without speaking.

Li Fuxi glanced at Zhang Xian briefly before looking away—low-grade Spirit Root, cultivating the False Core technique, and ordinary looks; nothing worth seeing. She then glanced at Lin Yinyin and couldn’t help but brighten up.

Possessing a top-grade Water Spirit Root indeed made her excellent material for cultivating the ‘Nine Turns Jade Condensation Sutra.’ What a pity though.

“Little girl, though your Primordial Yin is already lost, if you sever your emotional ties with him and follow me cultivating the ‘Nine Turns Jade Condensation Sutra,’ I guarantee you can achieve Golden Core,” Li Fuxi said.

Lin Yinyin frighteningly shrank behind Zhang Xian; this short woman was kind of fierce!

She wanted to change teachers.

Zhang Xian glanced at Li Fuxi several times; he always felt she looked somewhat familiar but couldn’t quite remember who she resembled at the moment.

However, he wouldn’t give up on a Daughter of Destiny delivered to his doorstep. Pulling Lin Yinyin out from behind him, he made a deep bow. “We ask Daoist Fuxi to accept Yinyin and me.”

【Ding! Li Fuxi’s Favorability towards you -2. Current Favorability -7.】

“Follow me.” Sensing his gaze, Li Fuxi didn’t lash out, merely snorted.

With a flick of her embroidered sleeve, she condensed a sword over ten feet wide mid-air. Simultaneously, spiritual energy lifted Zhang Xian and Lin Yinyin as they, along with the others, stepped onto the flying sword. With a whoosh, they disappeared.

“Tsk tsk, didn’t even say goodbye to Senior Brother.” Wangya shook his head helplessly.

He had a feeling that kid Zhang Xian seemed to be targeting Junior Sister Fuxi.

“Unstable Dao heart, facing the tribulations of lust? That kid has no future,” Wangya sighed again.

Right, I should send some messages to Wanqing, telling her to advise these juniors. Don’t let anything happen later, affecting our pure relationship.