Return to Fu Xian Island
Fu Xian Island, a place Yue Qianchou missed. When Dongfang Changao told him that Grandma Ma Jiu wanted him to fulfill his promise, he knew he had to come; he couldn't refuse anymore. He himself might feel he owed nothing to anyone on Fu Xian Island, but Grandma Ma Jiu was an exception. Unable to endure the torment of time any longer, that unforgettable kneeling was what earned him a starting point from Grandma Ma Jiu, but it also burdened him with a promise he could never repay...
Yue Qianchou didn't deny that he was capable of betrayal, but for a man like him, betrayal differed depending on the matter and the person. What wasn't repaid was simply not repaid, and what was due couldn't be evaded. How to distinguish? By looking at one's own conscience; there's no other explanation!
Dongfang Changao piloted a flying magical Law Artifact, carrying Yue Qianchou, Ziyi, and the rest of the Fu Xian Island group back quickly. Along the way, Ou Sihai remained fuming, Yue Qianchou ignored him; this guy was used to being flattered at home and needed a thrill.
Ziyi silently stayed by Yue Qianchou's side and noticed that Yue Qianchou seemed a little dazed and lost in thought. This was the first time she had ever seen Yue Qianchou like this.
Fu Xian Island had received advance notice that Yue Qianchou was returning. The news leaked out from somewhere, and some of the younger disciples quickly spread it throughout the island.
"Yue Qianchou, the one who was expelled from his sect, is coming back... Yue Qianchou, the one even the Qing Pu Ancestor of the Qingguang Sect couldn't capture, is coming back... Yue Qianchou, the one who single-handedly saved disciples from various sects in the Cultivation Pavilion Demon Ghost Domain, is coming back... Yue Qianchou, the one who defeated his opponents far above his level in the Cultivation Pavilion competition, is coming back... Yue Qianchou, the one who created the 'Star Flame Fire Art' and became famous throughout the Cultivation World, is coming back... Yue Qianchou, the one who killed the Qingguang Sect Master and grandson, and the direct descendant of the Daluo Sect Master, is coming back... I heard that this time, the Daluo Sect Master Luo Qingtian, was also defeated by Yue Qianchou and lost an arm... Who doesn't know this! This 'Blade Drawing Tournament' was convened by Yue Qianchou..."
Several female disciples were hiding in a room, their eyes sparkling as they discussed the matter. One of them exclaimed, "Really? Is Senior Yue Qianchou, who cultivates the 'Returning Origin Sword Art,' coming back? I wonder if I'll have a chance to meet him! I've been cultivating the 'Returning Origin Sword Art' for so long, but I always feel like I can't unleash its full power. I really want to ask him for guidance!"
The woman scoffed, "I was hoping he'd give us some pointers! But he's no longer a disciple of Fu Xian Island, so why should he give us pointers? I heard he was invited back by Fu Xian Island this time."
Bingnu said regretfully, "Yue Qianchou is the person I admire most. He did nothing to wrong Fu Xian Island, so why did the sect expel him? Now it's all good. With his abilities, even without the support of our number one sect, he still has a great reputation in the Cultivation World."
Ding Nu, resting her chin on her hand, said, "You're not the only one who admires Senior Yue Qianchou! Who among the younger generation of Fu Xian Island doesn't admire him? Sigh! Fu Xian Island only produces one person like him every few years! Yet he was driven away by the sect. I suspect that someone is jealous of his talent and deliberately framed him."
"Hmm..." The women nodded in unison, agreeing with Ding's statement.
The higher-ups of Fu Xian Island could hear similar discussions among the young disciples almost everywhere they went, which made them both amused and exasperated. These young people remembered Yue Qianchou's good points, but consciously refused to accept their idol's shortcomings. It seemed that Yue Qianchou's reputation as a "Scum of the Cultivation World" and a "madman" was quite well-known. Hadn't they heard of him?
However, it's understandable. Yue Qianchou doesn't seem to be very old, but he has done many things that young people want to do but can't. Moreover, any one of his achievements could make a young person with dreams famous, let alone all of these things piled up on one person.
In fact, let alone young people, how many of the older generation don't secretly admire him? Otherwise, they wouldn't have summoned Yue Qianchou back this time.
If Yue Qianchou heard these discussions, I wonder what he would think. He would probably also feel that after so many years of rarely stopping and tirelessly running around, he has accomplished so much, and it can be said that his efforts have not been in vain.
In fact, he did far more than just these things, both openly and secretly. Even the most tireless man can accomplish something...
They arrived at Fu Xian Island. Ziyi looked around curiously; she had also heard of this number one sect in the world. Yue Qianchou stared expressionlessly at the island below. The thick fog obscuring the island parted to create a passage, and the flying Law Artifact slipped through, flying directly to the plaza in front of the Penglai Pavilion and landing.
At the summit of the Alchemy Pavilion, Guan Wei Wu, unusually shedding his image Alchemy Fanatic, stood before the cliff of the Alchemy Pavilion and witnessed the landing of a flying Law Artifact. He sighed softly and said, "Is it him who has returned?"
"Why don't you go and see for yourself? After all, we were master and disciple. I don't think Yue Qianchou is a heartless person." Yang Qian, standing next to him, laughed. Yang Qian hadn't expected that the kid who used to like wandering around would actually make such a name for himself in the Cultivation World. You really can't judge a book by its cover!
"Alas! No wonder he can't blame anyone else. I, his master, have never given him anything, nor taught him anything. Even when he was about to be expelled from the sect, I didn't stand up for him." Guan Wei Wu looked in the direction of 'Penglai Pavilion' and said with a bitter smile, "Ha! Severing ties! I, his master, have hurt him deeply. It's better if he doesn't go!"
In front of the Penglai Pavilion, Yue Qianchou looked around and was immediately startled. He saw disciples of Fu Xian Island everywhere. He had never seen so many disciples wandering around even near the Penglai Pavilion when he was on Fu Xian Island.
Could it be that Fu Xian Island has secretly recruited many disciples? But why has Hundred Charm Demoness never mentioned it? Yue Qianchou looked around suspiciously, as if everyone walking around was watching him.
Something's strange! He thought to himself, and became wary. Ziyi nodded secretly. This number one sect in the world was indeed number one; just a quick glance revealed that it had so many low-level disciples.
"Let's go! The sect leader and the others are waiting for you in the Penglai Pavilion," Dongfang Changao said, putting away his flying Law Artifact. Ou Sihai had already gone in silently.
"Is Ninth Aunt here too?" Yue Qianchou asked. Dongfang Changao looked up at the Penglai Pavilion and said, "Ninth Aunt should be here too, let's go up and wait!"
Yue Qianchou glanced up as well, then said expressionlessly, "How could I trouble Ninth Aunt? I'll go to the Sang Cao Garden to pay my respects to her myself! Elder Dongfang, please inform her first to avoid any misunderstandings."
After speaking, he drew his long sword and flew towards the Sang Cao Garden, with Ziyi following closely behind. Dongfang Changao was stunned for a moment, then immediately understood that he didn't want to meet the sect leader and the others. Looking up, he saw Feng Xiangtian already standing in front of the window, his face grim.
This kid doesn't give me any face at all! Dongfang Changao shook his head helplessly, sent a message towards the Sang Cao Garden, and then entered Penglai Pavilion. Meanwhile, the disciples near the Penglai Pavilion were casually walking towards the Sang Cao Garden.
The Sang Cao Garden was still lush and green. In the inner garden, Lan Bingxue was already helping Grandma Ma Jiu stand in the courtyard. Yue Qianchou and Ziyi landed in the outer garden to show their respect to Grandma Ma Jiu. Ignoring the attention of others, the two went directly into the inner garden. As soon as they saw Grandma Ma Jiu, Yue Qianchou immediately bowed and said, "Yue Qianchou greets Ninth Aunt."
After getting up, he didn't even glance at Lan Bingxue. He had no intention of pretending with this woman who had hurt his woman; he would settle accounts with her sooner or later. Lan Bingxue's expression changed slightly. Grandma Ma Jiu nodded and smiled, "It's good that you've come." Then, looking at Ziyi, she asked, "This must be Miss Ziyi?"
This question suggests that Ziyi's performance at the 'Blade Drawing Tournament' has already made her famous throughout the land.
Ziyi remained silent; even if Grandma Ma Jiu was of a higher generation, she was still no higher than Zi Yi. Yue Qianchou, however, quickly and respectfully replied, "Ninth Aunt, she is indeed Ziyi."
Grandma Ma Jiu didn't mind and looked at Yue Qianchou with a smile, "I won't waste any more words, lest you young people think I'm being long-winded. Yue Qianchou, back in this very garden, you owed me a promise. Today, I've summoned you here precisely to have you fulfill that promise. Are you willing?"
"Elder Dongfang has already told me that since I am here, please feel free to give any instructions, Ninth Aunt. As long as it is within my power, I will do my best to fulfill them," Yue Qianchou said respectfully.
"Good! I was right about you. You are indeed a man of your word and a sense of responsibility." Grandma Ma Jiu nodded and smiled. "The matter I want you to do is very simple. I want you to rejoin Fu Xian Island."
"Uh... this..." Yue Qianchou was immediately stunned. He had considered the worst-case scenario when he came, and even made all sorts of preparations, but he never expected that he would be asked to rejoin Fu Xian Island. Ziyi also stared blankly at Yue Qianchou. How could it be possible for Elder Bi to join Fu Xian Island?
"What? Is this request difficult for you?" Grandma Ma Jiu thought Yue Qianchou was embarrassed and laughed, "What's past is past, don't take it to heart. If anyone dares to gossip, I will be the first to not let him off the hook."
Upon hearing this, Yue Qianchou smiled bitterly and said, "Ninth Aunt, it's not that I don't want to agree, but I simply can't. I already have a sect, how can I join Fu Xian Island?"
Ziyi nodded in agreement, saying, "That's right, he can't possibly join Fu Xian Island. If he did, and angered his master, I'm afraid Fu Xian Island will disappear from the Cultivation World."
Grandma Ma Jiu exchanged a speechless glance with Lan Bingxue. She wasn't speechless because of Yue Qianchou's rejection, but because of Ziyi's arrogant tone. If anyone else had said this, Grandma Ma Jiu would have dismissed it as mere boasting, but Ziyi's words were different.
In the Cultivation World, everyone knows that Ziyi easily dealt with seven late Tribulation Transcendence stage Transcending experts, along with her mysterious master named "Mr. Nongzhu," and the unheard-of South Sea Purple Bamboo Forest. All of this indicates that this girl in Ziyi has an extraordinary background. Now that she can say such things, it's likely that Yue Qianchou's so-called sect is not something Fu Xian Island can afford to offend.
"Yue Qianchou, can you tell me who your master is?" Grandma Ma Jiu asked.
"This..." Yue Qianchou thought for a moment and slowly said, "Although you have never met my master, but... when we were training in the Demon Ghost Domain, my master injured you and the seniors of Fu Xian Island."
"What? Your master is him?" Grandma Ma Jiu trembled upon hearing this. The terrifying scene from back then was still deeply etched in her mind. A powerful Divine Sense, as sharp as thunder, instantly injured a group of people... That person's cultivation was unimaginable; that person was an invincible existence!
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