Old Grudges

"This disciple is incompetent."

"Thank you for your trouble, teacher."

After the Golden Phoenix King left, Lin Feng walked up to Lu Qingfeng and bowed deeply again.

"No need for such formalities," Lu Qingfeng waved his hand.

The master and disciple had not seen each other for a long time, and Lin Feng and Lin Ye, the brother and sister, had also been separated for forty thousand years. When they reunited, they had endless things to say.

Lin Ye recounted the events that had occurred during the forty thousand years since she and Lin Feng separated.

When Lin Feng heard that Zhang Yang had disappeared after searching for him, his expression changed, and he was filled with worry.

It is also said that for the sake of a 'Returning-Sage Herb', Wen Guang offended the Divine Empyrean Sect, and Lin Ye risked his life for the Mount Mao Dao. Lin Feng was both shocked and angry.

Then, the story goes that Lin Ye attempted to become Earth Immortal, but Changsheng Dao Path was ruined by the Divine Empyrean Sect, leaving him with only a hundred or so years to live. Although Lin Ye was standing perfectly fine in front of him, Lin Feng still felt a pang of resentment and his anger surged.

Lin Feng only breathed a sigh of relief when he heard that Lu Qingfeng had appeared and saved Lin Ye and Wen Guang's lives.

Upon hearing that his teacher was operating in Southern Ridge and intended to overthrow the Divine Empyrean Sect, Lin Feng volunteered to go to Southern Ridge to serve.

Lu Qingfeng smiled and said that there were other arrangements.

Lin Feng had no choice but to give up.

In the end.

Speaking of the Bleak-Cold Ravine, where Lin Ye attained enlightenment and all the immortals came to congratulate him, Lin Feng was overwhelmed with emotion and paced back and forth in his cave abode, clapping his hands and praising incessantly.

Lin Ye recounted the major and minor events of the past forty thousand years with great emotion.

Seeing Lin Ye attain enlightenment, Wen Guang escape, and his teacher return, Lin Feng was overjoyed.

Over the years.

He was trapped in the Bleak-Cold Ravine, and his only worry was Lin Ye and the other two.

For a full forty thousand years.

The hardships he endured are beyond the Human Path. Just the fact that a Golden Phoenix King at the Mahayana Stage was raised in that barren Bleak-Cold Ravine is enough to show how much suffering Lin Feng has endured over the years.

The name 'Vulture' is not only Lin Feng's alias in the Bleak-Cold Ravine, but also the name that the True Immortal Method who have dealt with Lin Feng call out in their hearts.

For example, Han Feng.

Being targeted by Lin Feng and having his 'Grand Unity Azure-Spirit Flame' stolen several times in a row is considered quite unlucky. There are countless other cultivators who have competed with Lin Feng for spirit medicine, Spirit Stone, and various cultivation resources.

Lin Feng, disguised as a 'Vulture,' relied on his integrity of plucking feathers from passing geese to elevate the rare and exotic beast, the Golden Phoenix Sparrow, to the Mahayana cultivation level.

Thus, they saw a glimmer of hope for escape.

Originally, it required a lot of planning and effort, and there were even various unforeseen events along the way.

Success or failure remains to be seen.

Now it's all right.

There's nothing to worry about.

Only—

"Do you have any news about Fourth Junior Brother?" Lin Feng asked, looking at Lu Qingfeng and Lin Ye.

Lin Ye also looked at Lu Qingfeng.

On her way to the Four Sages Immortal Domain, she had also inquired about Zhang Yang's whereabouts, but her teacher only said he was in the north. The information she gleaned was far more vague than that from Lin Feng; she could only vaguely know that he was still alive, and knew nothing else.

So the first to arrive Bleak-Cold Ravine.

"It should be in the Northern Frost Snow Domain."

"We'll only know its exact location once we get to the Northern Frost Snow Domain."

Lu Qingfeng said.

He found it strange too.

According to the calculations of the 'Seven Birds Lesser Evolving Numerology,' although it points to the north, Zhang Yang's location is somewhat uncertain. It seems to be in the Southern Florescence Realm, yet it also seems not to be.

It's like being trapped in a small world.

It's not Grotto-Heaven.

It's not Blessed Land.

It's not a place like the Bleak-Cold Ravine.

Rather, it is a place similar to the Three Mountains and Nine Rivers in reality.

There was another layer separating them, and yet another strange entity remained hidden, making it difficult even for Lu Qingfeng to fathom it.

"Northern Frost Snow Domain?!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng and Lin Ye's expressions changed slightly. They had originally thought that the north their teacher was referring to was the northern border of the Four Sages Immortal Domain, but they hadn't expected it to be the Northern Frost Snow Domain.

Upon seeing this, Lu Qingfeng couldn't help but ask in disbelief, "Lin Feng is trapped in the Bleak-Cold Ravine. If Zhang Yang came looking for him, he should be in the Four Sages Immortal Domain. Why did he go to the Northern Frost Snow Domain?"

Lin Feng and Lin Ye exchanged a glance.

The latter looked grim and said sadly, "My junior brother was constantly hunted down in the Northern Frost Snow Domain and eventually disappeared without a trace."

Lin Ye hadn't dared to mention the Six Wings because he was worried that his teacher's anger would provoke other enemies. After all, within the Human Dao Dharma Domain, the Divine Empyrean Sect was already powerful enough.

In the Northern Frost Snow Domain, those who once hunted down the Six Wings One included almost all the righteous and Evil Dao.

If we take it seriously...

The entire Northern Frost Snow Domain is filled with enemies!

Although Lin Ye knew her teacher was capable and seemed to have an extraordinary background, she didn't bring it up herself since the teacher hadn't asked.

"So this is the Northern Frost Snow Domain."

Lu Qingfeng raised an eyebrow.

No wonder he saw many scenes of snow-capped mountains and glaciers in the memories of the Six Wings.

That makes sense.

Seeing that his teacher's expression was normal, Lin Feng spoke up, "When we were inquiring about Junior Brother's whereabouts, we interrogated many cultivators who had chased after him. Most of them said that Junior Brother had fled from the Northern Frost Snow Domain to the Four Sages Immortal Domain, which is why I searched around the Four Sages Immortal Domain."

"Since Fourth Junior Brother is in the Northern Frost Snow Domain, he must have some new clues."

As Lin Feng spoke, his face grew increasingly ashamed, and he blamed himself, saying, "When Junior Brother was being hunted down, we were still cultivating in the Black Wind Mountain Domain to the south. By the time we heard the news, Junior Brother had already disappeared. Many days have passed, and the information we've gathered is conflicting. I'm incompetent, trapped in the Bleak-Cold Ravine, unable to do anything all these years."

Lin Ye also lowered her head.

When their teacher left Maple Moon Star, he didn't take any of his disciples with him, only taking Six Wings with him to travel far into the starry sky. Although they didn't know why Six Wings and their teacher were separated, in their hearts, Six Wings was clearly the one their teacher loved the most.

It's fine that they couldn't help.

Afterwards, he didn't even know the whereabouts or Life and Death of the Six Wings creature, and he was too ashamed to face his teacher.

"You will see."

Seeing the ashamed expressions on the brother and sister's faces, Lu Qingfeng couldn't help but smile. With a flick of his sleeve, a Golden Light burst forth.

Lin Feng and Lin Ye glanced at it.

Suddenly, a Golden Light appeared in the cave abode. Upon closer inspection, it was a Golden Silkworm the size of a palm. It had Six Wings on its back, translucent and agile. However, both its body and wings were covered with a faint frost and exuded a cold aura.

It's none other than someone else.

It has Six Wings.

"This is--"

"Junior Brother?!"

Lin Ye looked at the Golden Silkworm and sensed an aura that was both familiar and unfamiliar. Upon careful recollection, it was indeed extremely similar to the junior brother he had seen back at Luo Jia Mountain on Maple Moon Star.

However, at that time, the Six Wings creature's ferocity had not subsided, and it was inseparable from Lu Qingfeng. Only when it was by Lu Qingfeng's side could it barely suppress its ferocity and malevolence.

Now, the Six Wings is quietly curled up, or rather, frozen in its own ice, exuding only tranquility and pitifulness, without a trace of ferocity.

"He really is my junior brother!"

Lin Feng also recognized Six Wings, his eyes widening in surprise. Seeing Six Wings's appearance, he couldn't help but look at Lu Qingfeng, "Junior Brother, what's going on—"

"When the Six Wings were at a critical moment, Lin Ye also wanted to focus on proving his Dao, so I simply didn't say anything."

Lu Qingfeng looked at the two of them and gave a general account of the process of finding the Six Wings.

However, Lu Qingfeng only briefly mentioned the parts that were suspected of playing the victim and boasting.

But after saying that...

Lin Ye's eyes were still red as she listened, and Lin Feng also fell silent.

Lu Qingfeng smiled and said to Six Wings, "When you left Maple Moon Star, you hadn't yet gained your wisdom. Over the years, your senior brothers and sisters have gone to great lengths and suffered a lot in their search for you. Why don't you hurry up and meet your senior brother Lin Feng and senior sister Lin Ye?"

One word fell.

Above the Golden Light floating in the air, a phantom appeared.

With a chiseled face and a cold expression, he was quite the aloof young man in brocade robes.

The boy's face was stiff, but a hint of tenderness appeared in his cold, icy eyes. He bowed to Lin Feng and Lin Ye, then looked at Lu Qingfeng, his eyes softening even more. His lips twitched slightly, as if he wanted to laugh but didn't know how, and it was so subtle that it was almost imperceptible.

Seeing this, Lu Qingfeng waved to the boy and said with a smile, "Take good care of yourself."

The boy nodded.

It vanished without a trace.

Lu Qingfeng then flicked his hand and put the Six Wings back into his sleeve, explaining to Lin Feng and Lin Ye, "The Six Wings have always been like this."

"It's good that Junior Brother is alright."

When Lin Feng and Lin Ye saw the young man, although their expressions were stern, one could sense the goodwill emanating from his eyes. They weren't exactly close, but that was to be expected; although they hadn't given up searching for the Six Wings all these years, it was mainly because of Lu Qingfeng.

To say that he has any feelings for the Six Wings is just nonsense.

Now that I see that Six Wings is alright, although he is still troubled by the malevolent energy, since the teacher said that he is not seriously injured, I think there shouldn't be any major problems.

I am gratified.

My heart is finally at ease.

Lin Ye looked at Lu Qingfeng and couldn't help but say, "Teacher, now that our eldest brother has been found and our junior brother has returned, why don't we hurry to the Northern Frost Snow Domain and bring our fourth junior brother out as soon as possible?"

Compared to Six Wings.

Zhang Yang was their closer fellow disciple. Right now, Lin Feng was safe, the Six Wings had returned, and even she had attained the Earth Immortal.

Only Zhang Yang remained.

Lin Ye was getting impatient.

Lin Feng also looked at Lu Qingfeng.

"I can go to the Northern Frost Snow Domain alone."

Lu Qingfeng gestured to stop the two who were about to speak, and said to himself, "Lin Ye has just attained the Earth Immortal and should be in seclusion to consolidate his power and familiarize himself with the Earth Immortal Dao Fruit. This Bleak-Cold Ravine is Pure place, and the Blazing-Fire Demon Emperor and the Origin-Returning Immortal Venerable are both excellent opponents. Sparring with each other will help him adapt to the Earth Immortal realm as quickly as possible."

Lin Ye hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Lu Qingfeng smiled and said, "You know all the Earth Immortal in the Four Sages Immortal Domain. When you have free time, you can ask them to discuss the Dao or exchange a few pointers. It will definitely be beneficial."

"But the Northern Frost Snow Domain is dangerous, and there must be quite a few Earth Immortal there. If I go, I can be of some help."

Lin Ye Earth Immortal, was eager to serve his teacher and had no desire to remain in this Bleak-Cold Ravine.

Lu Qingfeng shook his head upon hearing this, "My primary purpose in going to the Northern Frost Snow Domain is to find Zhang Yang, not to cause a scene or engage in a fight. Rather than attracting attention by going with me, it would be better for you to stay in the Bleak-Cold Ravine. Among these 108 minor Grotto-Heaven, there are quite a few promising talents, including many Mahayana. They are all True Immortal with remarkable cultivation and skillful Technique Method."

"Resources are scarce in the Immortal Court and Demon Court. Lin Feng has the Golden Phoenix King, which allows him to freely enter and exit the Bleak-Cold Ravine."

"Resources are not a problem."

"Using resources to win people over is far beyond Origin-Returning Adept and that Blazing-Fire Caterpillar can achieve."

"Manage it well."

"In future wars with the Northern Frost Snow Domain, Earth Immortal will be indispensable, as will these True Immortal, Primordial Spirit, and other core cultivators."