Chapter 44: Su Yan

"After practicing this Cultivation Technique, the Second Disciple’s temperament drastically changed, but his strength also suddenly increased so much that even the Eldest Disciple was no match for him. The Second Disciple thought that with his newfound strength, the Sect Leader would favor him. However, his Cultivation of an Evil Technique was eventually discovered by the Sect Leader. Heartbroken, the Sect Leader decided to cripple his Cultivation. But before the Sect Leader could act, the Second Disciple received advance warning. This news caused his Heart Spirit to be completely Devoured by the power of the Evil Demon, plunging him into the Demon Dao. On that night, over a decade ago, blood flowed like a river in Lingxiao Pavilion! The Eldest Disciple died tragically on the spot, and the Second Disciple fled in fear of punishment."

Su Mu paused here. Turning his head, he saw the crowd nervously holding their breath, listening intently. Immensely satisfied, he continued, "Overnight, the Sect Leader’s hair turned white. With his two proudest disciples—one dead and the other succumbing to Demon Possession—the blow to him was unimaginably heavy.

"Since then, the Sect Leader has lived in seclusion, rarely seen by anyone. The world thought his Heart Spirit was shattered and he had passed away. Unexpectedly, a few years later, the Sect Leader emerged once more. And this time, he traveled thousands of miles to personally capture his second disciple, sealing him within the Trapped Dragon Ravine!"

Yangx Kai’s heart suddenly stirred as he recalled the mysterious Eleventh Elder’s final words.

"I’m not here to see the treasure; I’m here to see a person!"

Who was he here to see? It was undoubtedly the person sealed beneath the Trapped Dragon Ravine.

He couldn’t help but wonder if this Eleventh Elder was that very second disciple.

Su Mu went on to say, "But after this incident, the Sect Leader could no longer break through the Divine Travel Realm, remaining stuck at this stage. With his heart knot untied, he won’t be able to find peace for the rest of his life."

After hearing the story, the crowd sighed endlessly, feeling pity for the Lingxiao Pavilion’s Sect Leader and cursing that second disciple who had plunged into the Demon Dao for his heartless betrayal.

Yangx Kai’s emotions were also surging. Was that Eleventh Elder the second disciple? If the story Su Mu told was true, then that old man very likely was.

Just then, a lively clamor transmitted from ahead. Yangx Kai looked up and saw a large clearing in the middle of this dense forest. Right now, it was bustling with noise, resembling a massive market. The Three Sects’ Disciples from the vicinity were gathered there. The stalls of all sizes were filled with a Linlang of goods, and the variety of items laid out on them dazzled the eyes.

Nearby, there were even dozens of wooden cabins. They were rather simply built, some large and some small. The smaller ones were likely for living in, while the larger ones were used to shelter people from the wind and rain, capable of accommodating quite a few individuals.

Because it was currently a sunny day, the Three Sects’ Disciples had all set up their stalls in the clearing.

Heifeng Trade City truly was a separate Grotto Heaven.

"Alright, we’re here," Su Mu said. His main purpose this time was to bring Yangx Kai here, letting him know of this place so he could come here to trade if he ever needed to in the future.

"Not a bad place at all." Yangx Kai looked at the bustling crowd in the trade city with a hint of excitement in his eyes.

Su Mu laughed. "Naturally. You can find anything us low-level martial artists want here. Moreover, there’s no need to worry about safety. Experts from the Three Sects’ Disciples oversee this place to maintain order. See those small wooden cabins over there? That’s where the Lingxiao Pavilion disciples stand guard. My sister is in one of them."

"Your sister?" Yangx Kai glanced at him, suddenly recalling that when Su Mu came looking for trouble last time, he mentioned his sister was a Core Disciple. Core Disciples were the future hope of Lingxiao Pavilion.

Su Mu immediately grew vigilant. "I’m warning you first, don’t even think about getting any ideas about my sister."

Yangx Kai couldn’t help but laugh.

"Though even if you did have ideas about her, you probably wouldn’t have the capability," Su Mu added.

"Is your sister very powerful?"

"Of course she is. At the Third Layer of True Essence Realm, few in the younger generation are her match."

Yangx Kai was slightly moved. For a disciple of the younger generation, being able to Cultivate to the True Essence Realm was already quite rare. Above the True Essence Realm was the Divine Travel Realm, which was the Sect Leader’s current Realm.

"With your sister being so powerful, why are you only in the Body Tempering Realm?" Yangx Kai looked at Su Mu in confusion.

As if poked in a sore spot, Su Mu’s face instantly turned awkward. He struggled for a long while before saying, "Isn’t it because I was too playful? But rest assured, I’ll definitely focus on my Cultivation from now on. I can’t let a Trial Disciple like you surpass me."

Yangx Kai gave a slight nod. It seemed the hardships he suffered a few days ago had already roused Su Mu’s competitive spirit.

"Let’s go. I’ll take you to meet my sister first. With her protection, it’ll be much easier to get things done here in Heifeng Trade City."

At the mention of meeting Su Mu’s sister, the group’s expressions immediately turned serious. Even Su Mu himself straightened his clothes and flicked off all the dust on his body.

It was apparent that Su Mu was very afraid of this sister of his, or rather, he deeply respected and idolized her.

"What’s the name of Su Mu’s sister?" Yangx Kai asked Li Yuntian in a low voice.

"Su Yan!"

It was a nice name, but he just didn’t know what kind of person she was.

Before long, the group arrived at one of the wooden cabins. Yangx Kai looked up and noticed that not only this cabin, but several others nearby also hung plaques with the words "Lingxiao Pavilion." It seemed these cabins were the posts where the experts of Lingxiao Pavilion stood guard.

Su Mu was a bit nervous. Taking a light breath, he carefully walked up the steps. Then, trying to act suave, he raised a hand and knocked lightly a few times. His voice was as docile as a kitten’s. "Sister, I’ve come to see you."

Li Yuntian and the others tried their hardest to hold back their laughter, their shoulders shaking. Yangx Kai also couldn’t help but smile.

As if sensing the expressions of the group behind him, Su Mu couldn’t resist turning around to glare at them.

"Come in!" A somewhat cold and clear voice transmitted from inside, like a clear mountain spring, making one feel instantly refreshed.

Su Mu waved for everyone to follow before stepping inside.

Upon entering the room, Yangx Kai quietly glanced around and found that this cabin was even simpler than his own small wooden hut. There was actually nothing inside at all. However, once indoors, all the bustling noise from outside was suddenly completely cut off, leaving it exceedingly tranquil.

This wooden cabin must possess some sort of profound mystery; otherwise, it would be impossible to have such an effect.

Just as he was observing the room, Su Mu suddenly let out a miserable cry. Yangx Kai focused his gaze and saw Su Mu half-crouching on the ground, aggrievedly clutching his head. Not far in front of him stood a woman dressed in white clothes as pure as snow, her face icy cold.

This woman had beautiful black hair tied into a cloud-like bun, crescent-shaped willow eyebrows, and a pair of long, bright, and beautiful eyes. She had a delicate, exquisite nose, slightly flushed peach-like cheeks, and small, cherry-like lips. Her skin was as crystal clear as snow jade and as tender and lustrous as soft honey. Her figure was gracefully slender, possessing an indescribable charm.

However, her temperament was unusually freezing, dropping the temperature of the entire wooden cabin by several degrees.

At this moment, the woman was sitting cross-legged on the floor, coldly staring at Su Mu. Needless to say, this was Su Yan.

"Do you know why I hit you?" Su Yan asked.

Su Mu shook his head. Seeing a faint glint of ferocity in his sister’s eyes, he hurriedly nodded instead.

"Tell me then." Su Yan’s voice was very soft, yet it carried an undertone that made it impossible to resist. Yangx Kai finally understood why Su Mu was so afraid of his own sister. Anyone who had such a sister wouldn’t be able to handle it, even though she was an absolute, unadulterated beauty.

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