A Secret Realm in the Azure Sea Domain?

Zhang Hongxi said this because it was at Zhang Xuanchen's behest before he went into seclusion.

To be honest, Zhang Xuanchen quite admired Ye Xingyun.

To have risen from a Rogue Cultivator to where he is today.

How many people in this world can do that?

So he made this offer.

If you agree, you can join the Zhang Family; if you don't, that's fine too.

They would not object to Zhang Hongxi marrying Ye Xingyun.

A forced relationship won't be sweet.

What he wanted was for the Zhang Family to join willingly, not to be coerced.

As soon as Zhang Hongxi finished speaking, Ye Xingyun suddenly stood up.

He rushed to Zhang Hongxi in one stride.

He grabbed her hand, panting heavily, and whispered:

"Hongxi, is this how you test me?"

Seeing this, Zhang Hongxi thought Ye Xingyun was angry and immediately said:

"Sorry, Nebula, I didn't mean that."

These are the conditions offered to you by the Clan Leader; you can refuse them.

He didn't try to stop me from marrying you.

I only value you...

Seeing that Zhang Hongxi had misunderstood, Ye Xingyun quickly said:

"What are you thinking? If I refuse under these conditions, wouldn't I be an idiot?"

"Starting from scratch versus marrying into a wealthy family and winning without effort—even a fool would choose the latter, right?"

Anyway, I'm the only one left in the Lineage now.

"Seventh-tier Cultivation Method, seventh-tier inheritance!"

I've lived for so many years, risking my life to explore countless Secret Realm, big and small, and even Forbidden Zone.

But now he's only practicing a Fourth-grade Low-tier Cultivation Method.

Joining the Zhang Family allows one to cultivate seventh-tier Cultivation Method and inherit seventh-tier skills, directly saving one from dozens, no, hundreds of years of detours.

Which cultivator could resist such temptation?

Ye Xingyun spoke excitedly, his whole being in a state of high excitement.

Suppressing his joy, Zhang Hongxi carefully inquired:

So... you're agreeing?

"Agreed, agreed, I totally agree!" Ye Xingyun nodded repeatedly.

He said with emotion, "Clan Leader Zhang understands me."

He's such a kind person; he knows exactly what Rogue Cultivator like me needs most.

After confirming Ye Xingyun's agreement, Zhang Hongxi smiled and said:

"That's great, then we don't have to leave the Zhang Family."

Brother Xingyun, don't worry, I can assure you that as long as you don't do anything that harms the interests of the Zhang Family Lineage,

You must be doing very well in the Zhang Family.

Upon hearing this, Ye Xingyun replied with a smile:

"I do know that; I have some understanding of the Zhang Family's situation."

"Don't worry, the Zhang Family trusts me, and I will never let Zhang Family down."

"Then come home with me today. With the Zhang Family's protection, you'll definitely be safe," Zhang Hongxi said.

"I know," Ye Xingyun replied, and continued, "I've said before, I don't have the habit of entrusting my life to others."

I will not go to the Zhang Family until I have completely resolved the manhunt imposed on them.

Besides, I haven't prepared a gift for you yet, but the Zhang Family promised me such a generous gift.

If I do nothing, that would be truly embarrassing.

Perhaps neither the Zhang Family nor you care.

But... men have pride.

There's one more thing.

You must have heard about the rare creature Jade Ripple Water Nymph, that appeared in the Azure Sea Domain several years ago.

Zhang Hongxi nodded, "I've heard of it."

The Clan Leader once suspected that Secret Realm might have manifested there.

My nephew, Zhang Xuanlong, went to look for Jade Ripple Water Nymph a few years ago and tried to find out information.

But they couldn't find it; aside from being a bit chaotic, there was nothing special about the place.

Upon hearing this, Ye Xingyun spoke:

That was a few years ago.

At this moment, the Spiritual Qi in the Azure Sea Domain has become even more abundant.

I have a feeling that the Secret Realm there will manifest in a few years.

If possible, I suggest that the Zhang Family send people to the Azure Sea Domain as soon as possible, so as not to miss this Secret Realm.

After this departure, I will go to hide in the Azure Sea Domain.

Waiting for the opportunity to enter the Secret Realm.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Hongxi pondered for a moment before replying:

I will report this matter to the Lineage.

When are you leaving?

"Three days later," Ye Xingyun replied.

"Then I'll go with you."

Ye Xingyun frowned slightly. "It's possible, but it can't be just you alone."

If you wanted to investigate our relationship, the Southern Bright Flame Palace, the Eastern Lan Wei Family, and other related forces, it wouldn't be difficult to find out.

If you were alone with me, a man, it would definitely arouse their suspicions.

But if other members of the Zhang Family were to accompany them, then it would be fine.

They would consider me a Zhang Family as well.

"As for cultivation level, there's no need to worry. I have already cultivated the Third-grade Top-tier Turtle Breath Technique to perfection."

Furthermore, with the Dark Night Cloak covering me, even Nascent Soul Peak wouldn't be able to discern my cultivation level or true appearance.

"Alright." Zhang Hongxi stood up and said, "I will report this matter to the elders and the Young Patriarch."

Exploring Secret Realm wouldn't be complete without the Zhang Family.

See you in three days.

After saying that, Zhang Hongxi disguised himself as he had when he entered the inn and walked out of the room.