Final.
Mu Qingling left the Disciple Recruitment Conference looking dejected.
Walking down the streets of Meng City, her eyes were dim, filled with despair.
It's over!
The Mu Family is finished!
Although Mu Qingling was just a woman, she also had a Dao-Seeking Heart and wanted to become a strong person.
Her aptitude is also quite good, and with the improved environment in the Eastern Domain, she will be able to leave the Cangyun Empire and explore a wider world in the future.
But now everything is gone.
She cannot abandon the Mu Family and leave.
Most importantly, the Old Master of the Mu Family actually passed away half a month ago, but the Mu Family has concealed this news, so it has not spread.
However, this situation certainly won't last long; Lin Yun'er will find out about it sooner or later.
By then, no one in the Mu Family will be able to stop Lin Yun'er.
The thought of the impending crisis facing the Mu Family filled Mu Qingling with a sense of helplessness.
Mu Qingling was very unwilling. Lin Yun'er was not as good as her, but she was always able to suppress her in every way, which was because of the power of the Imperial Family behind her.
In terms of pure skill, she could easily defeat Lin Yun'er.
Moreover, their cultivation environments are vastly different. If Mu Qingling enjoyed the same cultivation treatment as Lin Yun'er, her strength would definitely far surpass Lin Yun'er's.
Unfortunately... reality is harsh, and Lin Yun'er's background is her biggest advantage.
Suddenly, Mu Qingling shuddered and quickly walked away, only stopping after she had gone quite a distance.
She turned her head and looked at him, her expression somewhat solemn.
"Who was following me just now? Was it someone sent by Lin Yun'er?"
Mu Qingling's expression was solemn. Although Lin Yun'er probably didn't want to kill her now, who knew what disgusting things she might do?
Mu Qingling breathed a sigh of relief after confirming that no one was following her.
However, when she turned around, she suddenly found a handsome and extraordinary young man standing three meters away, looking at her with a smile.
Mu Qingling felt a chill run down her spine instantly.
Who is this person?!
When will it get closer to me!?
In an instant, Mu Qingling drew her sword, her aura suddenly bursting forth as she looked at Su Chen with a fierce expression.
"Who are you, and why are you following me?"
Su Chen wore a faint smile as he looked at Mu Qingling with interest.
Although it is only Spirit Body, it possesses abundant Fortune. While it may not achieve great things in the Future, it is certain to reach the Saint King Realm.
Of course, this is all predicated on Mu Qingling not dying young.
This is also one of the more qualified people Su Chen has seen along his journey.
Although such people are few in number, they do exist.
Su Chen followed, naturally harboring some thoughts of taking on a disciple.
He looked at Mu Qingling again and released a slight aura.
In an instant, Mu Qingling tensed up, felt a chill run down her spine, and even her body trembled instinctively with fear.
This is... such a terrifyingly powerful expert!
Mu Qingling couldn't help but swallow hard; for a moment, he felt like he was suffocating.
Who exactly is this person?!
Mu Qingling quickly sheathed her weapon and bowed respectfully, saying, "Greetings, Senior!"
Against such a powerful person, any resistance from her would be meaningless; if he wanted to kill her, he could do so with ease.
Su Chen said calmly, "I'm traveling in the Eastern Domain and want to take on a Disciple. I'll give you a chance to prove yourself. I can follow you for a month. If you can impress me within that month, then you can become my Disciple."
"How?"
Mu Qingling's talent Fortune were not exceptional, but Su Chen never cared about such things.
Throughout history, many powerful Great Emperor rose from humble beginnings, starting with ordinary Fortune and talent, and gradually became the strongest in the world.
Moreover, as long as he's around, even the most ordinary person will become extraordinary.
As for the month-long period, it was just an excuse Su Chen made up; he was simply testing Mu Qingling's character.
Upon hearing this, Mu Qingling's face was filled with shock, and she looked at Su Chen in disbelief.
Wasn't he sent by Lin Yun'er?
And they want to take me as their apprentice?
Although there's still a month to Trial, it at least shows that the other side has some intentions.
Mu Qingling quickly said, "Senior, I have offended Lin Yun'er of the Imperial Family. If you take me as your disciple, I'm afraid it will make us enemies of the Cangyun Empire's Imperial Family. This..."
Su Chen chuckled lightly and said disdainfully, "They're nothing but Ant, what's there to fear?"
In his presence, the Imperial Family of the Cangyun Empire was indeed no different from Ant.
Let alone him, even the Su Family could easily wipe out this small empire.
Mu Qingling quickly realized that with such terrifying strength, there was no need to fear the Cangyun Empire's Imperial Family.
Her breathing became rapid, and a charming blush rose on her pretty face.
"Senior, I'm willing!"
"I will definitely make you satisfied."
This is the only chance to save the Mu Family. If they can get help from the powerful Su Chen, the Mu Family's crisis will naturally be resolved.
Therefore, no matter what means she had to use, she had to gain Su Chen's approval.
Su Chen nodded without saying anything.
Afterwards, Mu Qingling took Su Chen back to the Mu Family. Along the way, she kept thinking about how to make Su Chen satisfied with her.
She didn't question Su Chen's words too much. Such a terrifyingly powerful person had no reason to deceive her. If he really wanted something from her, he could have obtained it by force.
With her strength, there's no way she could stop her.
Mu Qingling was secretly shocked. Just what realm was this Senior at?
Could it be the Dao Entry Realm?
No, no, how could a powerhouse of this level appear in the Cangyun Empire? They're probably only at the Guiyuan Realm, right?
Mu Qingling hesitated for a moment, becoming increasingly unsure. She had a nagging feeling that something was amiss—how could such a powerful person have taken a liking to her?
Although a nineteen-year-old Nascent Soul Realm is very powerful in the Cangyun Empire, he wouldn't actually be considered a genius outside of it.
For example, in the Jinghong Empire, there are countless people who can reach the Nascent Soul Realm at the age of nineteen, and there are even quite a few who can reach the Void Refinement stage at that age.
There's a tiny chance that Guiyuan Realm might want to take her as a disciple, but the probability is extremely low at the Dao Entry Realm.
Mu Qingling even thought that Su Chen might not even be at the Guiyuan Realm.
However, someone who is completely unafraid of the Cangyun Empire's Imperial Family must be at least a Void Refinement stage expert. Being able to join his ranks would be a safeguard for the Mu Family.
Soon, Mu Qingling brought Su Chen to the Mu Family.
This Lineage didn't have that lively atmosphere; on the contrary, it was sparsely populated, and there weren't even Guard at the gate.
There weren't many people coming and going in the Lineage; only a few Maid walked by.
Ever since being targeted by Lin Yun'er, the Mu Family has had a tough time, facing attacks from all sides.
Fearing being implicated, many Servants in the clan left the Mu Family early on and sought refuge with other masters.