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The conversation between Qiu Tiande and Luo Qingyin created a vivid scene for Ye Tian and Duan Liu. It felt as if the Cloud Sea Sect had been shrouded in endless dark clouds decades ago, and what had happened, who was right or wrong, was now impossible to discern.
"Luo Qingyin, I advise you to think this through. It seems you really can't manage this; don't end up losing your life," Xuanyuan Changfeng said coldly.
"Life?" Luo Qingyin replied with a disdainful yet somewhat helpless smile. "Once I took this step, my life was no longer my own. Moreover, as long as he makes a move, Cloudscar has made progress over the years; you may not necessarily maintain the upper hand!"
When Luo Qingyin mentioned "he," her tone was particularly heavy. This made Ye Tian furrow his brow in secret, pondering, "Who exactly is this 'he' that Luo Qingyin speaks of? It sounds like someone who can stand on equal footing with Cloudscar. What kind of entanglements exist between Cloudscar and that person, or between that person and the Cloud Sea Sect?"
"Forget it, you are too deeply ensnared by your demons; there’s nothing more for us to discuss," Xuanyuan Changfeng shook his head, and a gust of wind surged around them once more.
"Heh heh, don’t get too complacent; one day, I will make you die by my hand," Luo Qingyin's eyes flashed with a fierce light. However, she understood that she could not contend with Xuanyuan Changfeng at this moment. With a resentful glance, she flickered away, intending to leave.
"Master, he's trying to escape!" Duan Liu exclaimed instinctively upon seeing Luo Qingyin about to leave, though he felt confused.
Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan Changfeng showed no reaction, seemingly without any intention to intercept her. With his cultivation level, how could he not know that Luo Qingyin was leaving? If he had wanted to stop her, there would have been no need for Duan Liu's unnecessary reminder.
However, Luo Qingyin suddenly turned her head and shot a chilling glare at Duan Liu that was truly intimidating.
Duan Liu felt a chill run down his spine under her gaze. He was not someone easily frightened, but at that moment, he felt every hair on his body stand on end as if a sharp blade were piercing his heart, leaving him anxious and uneasy.
Finally, Luo Qingyin left in a flash of red light, streaking across the sky and vanishing in an instant.
As soon as Luo Qingyin disappeared, Xuanyuan Changfeng stepped forward, frowning as he looked at Duan Liu and asked, "What did you eat?"
"Master, fortunately, you arrived in time; otherwise, we would have been done for today," Duan Liu replied, first feeling a sense of fear and then answering in confusion, "I didn't eat anything..."
The Spiritual Pill was given to him by Ye Tian, and at that time, Duan Liu was in a coma, so he was unaware that his sudden increase in strength was due to the effects of the Spiritual Pill.
"Master, Uncle Qin granted us two Spiritual Pills. Taking them can enhance our strength several times over," Ye Tian explained.
"Haha, this miser is being generous for once. It is said that those two Spiritual Pills are his treasured possessions; usually, it's hard even to catch a glimpse of them. I can't believe he actually bestowed them upon you," Xuanyuan Changfeng laughed.
"We were doing work for him and almost lost our lives. If he had been any stingier, it would have been inhumane," Duan Liu said with a hint of disappointment because he initially thought his strength had surged due to a breakthrough, only to find out it was the effect of a Spiritual Pill.
"Sigh... Junior Brother Qin really knows how to cause trouble. How could he involve you juniors in such matters?" Xuanyuan Changfeng sighed, a look of worry hidden in his eyes.
"Master, what exactly is going on? What is Luo Qingyin's relationship with you, and who is the 'he' you mentioned?" Ye Tian couldn't help but ask. He felt caught up in a whirlwind but knew nothing about the underlying situation, which was quite uncomfortable.
"It's better if you don't know," Xuanyuan Changfeng replied without answering directly, shaking his head. "Let's go back to the mountain with me. For several months or even a year, you should not come down easily."
"Several months or even a year..." Duan Liu was taken aback, wondering if things were serious enough to warrant such measures.
Compared to Duan Liu, Ye Tian did not show his surprise. This matter had escalated from a trivial incident of peeping at someone bathing to involving various significant figures. Now even Luo Qingyin and Chen Qianrui—individuals who could stand shoulder to shoulder with a Lord—were entangled in it. If it continued like this, would it eventually draw out that 'he' whom Xuanyuan Changfeng had chosen not to mention?
Moreover, the fact that they couldn't come down for several months or even a year underscored the gravity and complexity of the situation.
They cannot descend the mountain, which indicates that their movements are basically under the control of the other party. The fact that they cannot descend for a year suggests that even if Cloudscar intervenes, the matter cannot be resolved in a short time.
"Let's return to the mountain and stop thinking about it. Just know that what I and the Sect Master do is certainly beneficial to all the people in the world," Xuanyuan Changfeng seemed to see through the slight turmoil hidden in Ye Tian and Duan Liu's hearts.
"Yes, Master." Ye Tian did not ask further, nodding respectfully.
"Master, I still want to ask something," Duan Liu timidly spoke up.
"Go ahead," Xuanyuan Changfeng did not show any impatience or anger.
"You said that I became stronger because of something I ate. I want to know how long the effect will last," Duan Liu asked, his eyes filled with anticipation.
Xuanyuan Changfeng smiled and held up two fingers.
"Two days?" Duan Liu felt quite disappointed.
Xuanyuan Changfeng continued to smile but shook his head.
"Two months?" Duan Liu brightened up; two months was not a short time. Although it would eventually fade away, enjoying it for a while was still nice.
However, Xuanyuan Changfeng shook his head again.
"It can't be... two years, right?" Duan Liu exclaimed joyfully. If it were two years, he would be overjoyed. Thinking carefully, aside from eating, sleeping, getting injured, and training, how many two-year periods does one have in life?
At this moment, Ye Tian seemed unable to bear it any longer. He walked over and patted Duan Liu on the shoulder, saying, "You really have an open mind, always thinking of the bright side."
"Cut it out. You're the one who's so pessimistic and jaded that you might as well not be alive," Duan Liu retorted, feeling quite pleased with himself.
Ye Tian smiled lightly and ignored him. If anyone was pessimistic, it was Duan Liu himself. When Luo Shanshan first left him, he had been utterly dejected for several months and couldn't see things clearly at all.
As for Ye Tian, having lived eighteen years, the experiences he had gone through were beyond what an ordinary person could comprehend. He lost his mother in childhood, and his father’s whereabouts were still unknown. Just when he had managed to bond with the Cold Family as if they were his own kin, they were wiped out by enemies. A year ago, Cold Moon also passed away. If Duan Liu had faced all these events, he would have probably collapsed long ago.
Seeing that his sarcasm was ineffective, Duan Liu lost interest in Ye Tian and quickly caught up with Xuanyuan Changfeng, his face full of anticipation as he continued to ask, "Master, come on, tell me! Is it two years? It can't be... twenty years, right? Oh my, this happiness is so sudden; I can hardly accept it!"
Hearing this, Xuanyuan Changfeng stopped in his tracks and sighed. "Disciple, it's not wrong to yearn for beauty, but you're simply delusional."
"It's two hours," Ye Tian said as he passed by without even looking at Duan Liu.
"Two hours... you're talking nonsense!" Although Duan Liu had prepared himself mentally, he still refused to accept this fact.
"That's right, just two hours," Xuanyuan Changfeng added cold water to the situation again. Then he patted Duan Liu on the shoulder and said, "But I have good news for you."
"What?!" Duan Liu loved good news. Upon hearing this, he immediately perked up from his disappointment and asked eagerly.
"After we return to the mountain, a personal transmission ceremony will be held for you," Xuanyuan Changfeng said before rising into the air and transforming into a streak of light as he left.
Ye Tian turned back to glance at Duan Liu and said, "Congratulations, Master Duan." After saying that, he followed Xuanyuan Changfeng.
Although it was somewhat sarcastic, it was just a joke between friends, and Duan Liu didn't mind. As a direct disciple, this title now resting on his shoulders made him feel like his strength had surged dramatically over the past two years, which excited him.
Taking advantage of his current strength, he leaped forward and quickly caught up with Ye Tian and Xuanyuan Changfeng. With a serious expression, he asked, "Master... do you have any extra..."
Seeing the appearance of this "inferior disciple," Xuanyuan Changfeng couldn't help but laugh and said, "Cloud Token, right? I still have one left. If you perform well, I don't mind giving it to you."
"Hiss!" Duan Liu gasped. The Cloud Token! That was the Cloud Token!
"I, Duan Liu, can finally bring glory to the Duan family!" he shouted in his heart. Excited, he pushed his speed to the limit, his figure flashing away.
Xuanyuan Changfeng didn't exert his full strength; otherwise, Ye Tian and Duan Liu wouldn't be able to catch up at all. Seeing Duan Liu so excited, he merely smiled slightly and continued on with Ye Tian toward the direction of Cloud Sea Sect.
About three hours later, the three finally returned to Cloud Sea Sect. By this time, the sky was beginning to lighten slightly; in another two hours, it would be bright.
"Duan Liu, go prepare for tomorrow's ceremony at noon," Xuanyuan Changfeng instructed as he was about to leave.
"Yes!" Duan Liu could hardly contain his joy; he was just short of shouting out loud.
Xuanyuan Changfeng nodded and then walked slowly toward his residence.
"Duan Liu, you've finally made a name for yourself. If you can get the Cloud Token, that would be even better," Ye Tian said with a smile.
"Yeah... this feels like a dream. I've dreamed countless times of returning home holding the Cloud Token. My goodness, I can hardly bear to think about it," Duan Liu said with boundless longing, grinning widely.
"Well, if I really get the Cloud Token, I won't have to worry anymore," Ye Tian said softly.
"What did you say?" Duan Liu exclaimed, his eyes wide. He always borrowed Ye Tian's Cloud Token to admire it, and he was absolutely enamored. If possible, Ye Tian would even consider giving the Cloud Token to him.
"Nothing, nothing. Let's head back; you're tired too," Ye Tian quickly waved his hand.
"Hmph." Duan Liu snorted and ignored Ye Tian, but after a moment, he laughed and said, "It's like dreaming."
Smack!
Ye Tian took advantage of the moment and slapped him down to the ground.
"What are you doing?!"
"Just letting you know it's not a dream."
"You’re finished!"
"The effect of the Spiritual Pill has already worn off; what can you do to me?"
"……"
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