Riding the Clouds

"A powerful expert? How strong?" Qin Jun asked Howling Celestial Dog curiously. After all, the strongest power in the Gan Yue Kingdom was only at the Mortal Transformation Realm.

"A Void Transformation Realm expert," Daji answered for Howling Celestial Dog, causing Qin Jun to look at her in surprise.

So Daji had also sensed it. But this just meant the opponent was weaker than Daji and Howling Celestial Dog.

However, for Xuanling Sect to hide a Void Transformation Realm expert was something Qin Jun had to ponder deeply.

If this Void Transformation Realm expert belonged to Xuanling Sect, Qin Jun wouldn't have left so easily today. Chang Tianyou and the others had been so deferential, they surely didn't know about the existence of that powerful expert.

"Tsk tsk, if they knew the sect was hiding a super expert, they'd definitely wet themselves," Qin Jun said with a chuckle. Chang Tianyou and Xu Hai, along with the other elders, had been so terrified of Daji. If they knew their sect was hiding a bombshell, the whole sect would likely descend into chaos.

"It's just someone who has just entered the Void Transformation Realm," Daji said disdainfully. Howling Celestial Dog didn't chime in, clearly not taking it very seriously either.

After all, Howling Celestial Dog, when fully unleashed, was a terrifying expert at the Earth Immortal Realm!

"Next, let's head straight for the royal capital," Qin Jun said with a smile. As he spoke, he suddenly leaped forward.

Having broken through to the sixth level of Foundation Establishment, he could easily leap six to seven meters high. Before he even landed, a ball of white clouds quickly condensed beneath his feet. Immediately, the white cloud lifted him out of the forest, scattering fallen leaves.

Thirty-Six Heavenly Spirits Transformations, riding the clouds!

Daji and Howling Celestial Dog exchanged a look, seeing disbelief in each other's eyes.

Someone at the Foundation Establishment Realm could already fly?

Recalling Qin Jun's earlier use of the Instant Bloom technique, they realized the divine ability Qin Jun had comprehended last night was extraordinary.

With that thought, they transformed into streams of light and flew towards Qin Jun.

Qin Jun, flying under his own power for the first time, felt a sense of novelty. At first, he couldn't stabilize his body on the white cloud, but after just half a minute, he could stand steadily on it.

"Awesome, no wonder so many people want to cultivate!" Qin Jun thought excitedly. As soon as he finished speaking, the white cloud beneath his feet suddenly slowed down, causing his expression to change.

At that moment, he suddenly discovered that the spiritual energy within him was rapidly draining. In just ten seconds, it was completely depleted, and the white cloud beneath him dissipated, causing him to plummet towards the ground.

Fortunately, he was less than ten meters from the ground at this point. The moment he landed, he rolled, dissipating the impact force.

Daji and Howling Celestial Dog appeared behind him simultaneously. Daji covered her mouth and chuckled, "Young Master, your cultivation is too low. You still need more practice."

Although Howling Celestial Dog didn't speak, the amusement in its canine eyes made Qin Jun's lips twitch.

"Hmph, let's keep moving!" Qin Jun said forcefully, changing the subject. He snorted, then patted his butt, got up, and continued forward.

Daji and Howling Celestial Dog followed closely behind. The two of them and the dog soon disappeared into the depths of the forest.

Because Howling Celestial Dog was a Demon King, even though it concealed its aura, its deterrent effect on demonic beasts remained. As they traveled, Qin Jun encountered no attacks from demonic beasts.

Xuanling Sect, Assembly Hall.

Chang Tianyou stared at his daughter and asked in a deep voice, "What exactly is Qin Jun's identity?"

Also standing in the hall were over a dozen elders, led by Xu Hai, and a group of core disciples, including Zhong Ling and Zhuo Junjie.

Although Zhuo Junjie's complexion had recovered considerably, the paleness in his hair bun remained.

Chang Qianqian's face showed a look of difficulty. Qin Jun had specifically instructed her not to reveal his identity.

"I already know his name. It's only a matter of time before I find out his identity if I inquire further," Chang Tianyou said, seeing through Chang Qianqian's predicament. He paused and then continued with a smile, "Don't worry, I said I wouldn't hold it against Qin Jun anymore, and I won't pursue it."

"Furthermore, if possible, I won't restrict you and Qin Jun from developing a further relationship."

This statement caused Chang Qianqian to subconsciously show a look of surprise, and then her pretty face turned red.

Girls always felt shy when it came to matters of the heart.

Zhuo Junjie frowned upon hearing this. While he didn't hate Qin Jun, he was very unhappy with him. His current disheveled state was Qin Jun's doing. Even if he were more magnanimous, he couldn't truly put it aside.

Zhong Ling saw through his discomfort at a glance and stepped forward, stating directly, "Master, wouldn't this be inappropriate? Xuanling Sect is, after all, a top sect in the Gan Yue Kingdom. Do we need to be so humble?"

The other young and spirited core disciples also showed indignation. In the past, they were all proud of Xuanling Sect, but Qin Jun's appearance had trampled on their pride. Now, hearing that the Sect Master intended to betroth Chang Qianqian to Qin Jun, they were even more displeased.

"Do you know how strong the woman accompanying Qin Jun is?" Chang Tianyou asked coldly, scanning them. The disciples all looked bewildered.

"Void Transformation Realm! Qi Cultivation, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Mortal Transformation, and above that is the Void Transformation Realm! The strongest in the entire Gan Yue Kingdom is only at the Mortal Transformation Realm, and there are no more than five people in total," Chang Tianyou sighed. Hearing this, the core disciples gasped.

They hadn't expected Qin Jun to have such a powerful subordinate. They couldn't help but recall the aura Daji had exuded back then, wondering why it was so terrifying.

Chang Hao, standing in the corner, lowered his head, his fists clenched, veins bulging. He was clearly very agitated.

He had always considered Chang Qianqian his future wife. Now, learning that his master intended to betroth Chang Qianqian to Qin Jun was like a lightning strike. His resentment towards Qin Jun intensified, even becoming twisted.

If Chang Qianqian were to marry Qin Jun, then the future of Xuanling Sect would also belong to Qin Jun. How could Chang Hao, who had always aimed to be the Sect Master, tolerate this?

"Qin Jun, if I don't get rid of you, I'm no human!" Chang Hao roared in his heart. Unfortunately, he was powerless now and didn't even have the right to advise Chang Tianyou.

To bring down Qin Jun, he first had to get rid of Daji and Howling Celestial Dog.

"Alright, Qianqian, now you can tell me Qin Jun's identity, can't you?" Chang Tianyou waved his hand and asked Chang Qianqian.

Chang Qianqian took a deep breath and said, biting her lip, "Qin Jun is the Third Prince of the current royal family."

The Third Prince!

The entire great hall fell silent in an instant, even Chang Tianyou and the elders were stunned.

There were more than ten princes in the current dynasty. Qin Jun's former self was incredibly pathetic, considered a disgrace to the royal family. Therefore, his information was also sealed within the capital by the Emperor, leaving the higher-ups of the Xuanling Sect with little impression of the Third Prince, Qin Jun.

"The Third Prince? Wasn't he banished to the border?" Zhong Ling couldn't help but ask.

These words made Chang Tianyou think even more. If Qin Jun was the Third Prince, it was impossible for him to have a Void Transformation Realm expert as a subordinate. This meant Qin Jun had encountered a fortuitous encounter during his banishment.

Perhaps he had found a mysterious expert to be his master?

It wasn't just Chang Tianyou; the other elders also fell into thought. They didn't believe the royal family had cultivated a Void Transformation Realm expert. If it were true, why would they assign such a person to a banished prince?