Just Call Me Yun Zhi

"If that is your request, I will certainly comply. After all, you saved my life."

Lu Yunxiao spoke with a sincere expression.

"You don't want to go to the Misty Cloud Sect?" The Woman in Green's dark eyebrows furrowed slightly as she asked in a soft voice. She had caught the deeper meaning in Lu Yunxiao's words.

Lu Yunxiao hesitated for a moment, but ultimately nodded.

The biggest reason he did not want to join the Misty Cloud Sect was simple: a gentleman did not stand beneath a crumbling wall. The Misty Cloud Sect had ties to the Soul Hall, and he did not want to deal with anyone from the Soul Hall right now.

One careless mistake could expose his identity. He was far too weak at present; when facing the Soul Hall, he had no ability to protect himself, much less when there was the Soul Clan behind the Soul Hall.

Moreover, the Misty Cloud Sect's Cultivation Techniques and Dou Skills were merely decent. They might not even compare to the Cultivation Techniques and Dou Skills he was currently practicing.

He truly wanted to grow closer to Yun Yun. Joining the Misty Cloud Sect might even allow him to become Yun Yun's disciple. But his life came first, so at this stage, he could only stay farther away from the Misty Cloud Sect.

There was plenty of time ahead. He and Yun Yun would have many chances to meet again in the future.

That said, if Yun Yun insisted that he join the Misty Cloud Sect, he would not refuse. After all, Yun Yun had just saved his life. A life-saving favor had to be repaid.

However, judging by Yun Yun's personality, she should not be the kind of person to demand repayment for a favor. If she really did so, then he would simply consider himself mistaken about her.

"Can you tell me why? Is the Misty Cloud Sect not good enough?" Yun Yun asked in confusion. The Misty Cloud Sect was the foremost sect in the Jia Ma Empire. Countless people dreamed of joining it, yet the person before her had actually refused. She truly could not understand it.

"I've already decided to take part in this year's Jia Nan Academy admissions."

Lu Yunxiao spoke softly.

Based on the usual schedule, Jia Nan Academy's admissions for this year should be approaching. He did intend to join Jia Nan Academy.

After all, the Fallen Heart Flame was at Jia Nan Academy. With the identity of a Jia Nan Academy student, it would be much more convenient to seize the Fallen Heart Flame in the future.

"Jia Nan Academy..." Yun Yun murmured, falling silent for a moment.

Jia Nan Academy was the most renowned institution on the continent, with formidable strength. Whether in teaching quality or other facilities, the Misty Cloud Sect naturally could not compare. If the person before her had rejected her because he wanted to join Jia Nan Academy, then it made sense.

"Very well. Since you have already made up your mind, let us forget about it. With your talent, I imagine you will stand out even at Jia Nan Academy. I wish you a smooth future."

Yun Yun smiled as she spoke.

Since Lu Yunxiao was unwilling, she did not intend to force him. Joining the Misty Cloud Sect was better left to one's own willingness. Otherwise, even if he joined reluctantly, he would feel no attachment to the sect and would be unwilling to contribute. That would be no different from not joining at all.

"Thank you for granting my wish, Sister!" Lu Yunxiao quickly thanked her.

"There is no need. Work hard. I still have matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first."

Yun Yun waved her hand and spoke softly.

She had originally been returning to the Misty Cloud Sect. She had only happened to encounter Lu Yunxiao in danger and lent him a hand. Now that the matter was resolved, and Lu Yunxiao had no intention of joining the Misty Cloud Sect, there was no point in her staying.

"Sister, travel safely. May I ask your honored name? You saved my life, a favor greater than the heavens. I only wish to know your name, so that I may always remember your kindness."

Seeing Yun Yun about to leave, Lu Yunxiao hurriedly said.

Although he knew Yun Yun's identity, he still had to ask what ought to be asked. Whether it was her real name or a false one, knowing her name would make it easier for them to get along when they met again in the future.

"Just call me Yun Zhi!" Yun Yun hesitated for a moment, then parted her red lips and answered lightly. A pair of azure wings unfurled behind her back, and she shot straight into the sky, swiftly vanishing beyond the horizon.

"Yun Zhi? That's your style, all right. You really have kept this alias unchanged for a hundred years."

Looking at the distant sky, Lu Yunxiao smiled faintly, a trace of warmth in his eyes.

Sure enough, Yun Yun was still the Yun Yun he remembered: sensible, gentle, and generous.

"I'm claiming you as my wife." Lu Yunxiao murmured softly. Turning slightly, he went to search for Magical Cores. With so many Sand Spider corpses, there would certainly be no shortage of Magical Cores. That was a sizable fortune, and he was still a little short on money right now!

Mo City, Myriad Treasure Pavilion!

Lu Yunxiao sold almost all the Magical Cores he had obtained during this expedition, keeping only one Second-rank Sand Spider Magical Core as a memento. After all, it was because of that Second-rank Sand Spider that he had met Yun Yun, so it held some commemorative value.

"The count is complete, Young Master Lu. The total value of the Magical Cores you provided this time is 209,977 Gold Coins. Let's round it up to 210,000 Gold Coins. Please keep it safely."

The middle-aged proprietress of the Myriad Treasure House handed a golden card to Lu Yunxiao.

"Thanks!" Lu Yunxiao accepted the card with a smile.

During this expedition, he had obtained more than two hundred first-rank Magical Cores in total, with a large portion provided by the Sand Spiders.

More than a thousand Sand Spiders had died. Although the Magical Core drop rate was not high, they had still yielded over a hundred Magical Cores. Combined with the fruits of Lu Yunxiao's hard work over the previous two months, he had accumulated quite a substantial number.

"I've struck it rich this time. I can be considered to have some assets now."

Lu Yunxiao smiled. Carrying more than two hundred thousand Gold Coins, he had now achieved a preliminary level of financial freedom. At the very least, he would not have to worry about money for the time being.

"I'm off, Boss!" Lu Yunxiao waved as he headed outside.

"Take care, Young Master Lu. Come again whenever you have the time." The middle-aged proprietress was exceedingly polite. Both times Lu Yunxiao had come, he had brought her quite a sizable deal.

"Sure." Lu Yunxiao answered casually. After buying some ingredients, he slowly made his way toward the Ancient Map Shop.

Along the way, the streets were filled with people coming and going. Every now and then, pedestrians cheered in excitement, and Lu Yunxiao immediately understood.

"Looks like Jia Nan Academy's admissions team has arrived. Fine, I'll go back and tidy up first, then take a look tomorrow."

With that in mind, Lu Yunxiao quickened his pace and returned to the Ancient Map Shop.

When he reached the shop entrance, Lu Yunxiao saw several burly men standing stiffly outside, each wearing an expression that warned strangers to keep away.

"Young Master Lu!" The burly men bowed in greeting.

"Your Miss is here again?" Lu Yunxiao raised his brows and spoke calmly.

"Yes, Young Master Lu. Miss is inside," one of the burly men said in a soft voice.

"Oh." Lu Yunxiao nodded lightly, then stepped into the shop.

The moment Lu Yunxiao entered, a graceful figure came into view. She raised her head, a faint delight glimmering in her eyes.

"Brother Yunxiao, you're back?"