Lin Xuan's words spread, and the female disciples could not help revealing dreamy expressions.
"Thank you, Peak Lord Lin!"
"P-Peak Lord Lin is concerned about us?"
"So, so warm!"
The female disciples chattered away, making Qi Ning Shuang's head ache.
Lin Xuan laughed. As his cultivation grew ever more formidable, the effect of fame became increasingly apparent.
Qi Ning Shuang and Lin Xuan moved away from the female disciples to talk.
Lin Xuan also told Qi Ning Shuang about his plans.
Qi Ning Shuang was first shocked, then a deep sense of loss welled up in her heart.
"Junior Brother, there are already mountains and seas between us, an infinite distance."
Lin Xuan paused, gazing into Qi Ning Shuang's pale blue eyes, where his own face was reflected.
"Senior Sister, you will forever be my, Lin Xuan's, senior sister."
The feeling of loss eased considerably at that moment, and Qi Ning Shuang nodded heavily.
"Rest assured, Junior Brother. I will certainly chase after you with all my strength. Even if I can only gaze upon you from afar, that will be enough."
"Just keep a proper balance between exertion and rest. Senior Sister need not force yourself too much. Your talent is exceptional, and a smooth road lies ahead of you."
Lin Xuan spoke gently.
Qi Ning Shuang said nothing more, merely looking at Lin Xuan and nodding.
Before long, Lin Xuan took his leave, carrying the Heavenly Rankings away with him.
The female disciples hurried forward and gathered around Qi Ning Shuang, chattering without pause.
"Senior Sister, if you like him, go after him!"
"That's right, Senior Sister. A man like Peak Lord Lin—if you do not make your move now, it will be too late."
"Exactly! If it were me, I'd climb straight into Peak Lord Lin's bed