Nalan Yanran

Jia Ma Empire, Misty Cloud Sect.

As the foremost power in the Jia Ma Empire, the Misty Cloud Sect had strict rules and immense influence. The cloud and silver sword insignia on the cuffs of its members' robes marked their identity. It possessed unrivaled prestige throughout the Jia Ma Empire and was a place countless young cultivators dreamed of joining.

"The Sect Master has returned!"

A Misty Cloud Sect disciple shouted at the two figures floating above the clouds. The surrounding disciples also cast envious looks their way. If only they could form Dou Qi Wings as well.

"Greetings, Sect Master!"

Yun Yun nodded gracefully, then turned and led Jiang Cheng into the Misty Cloud Sect Main Hall. At that moment, several elders and stewards of the Misty Cloud Sect had gathered inside, discussing how Nalan Yanran could win the Three Year Agreement.

Although the Young Sect Master was exceptionally talented, no one knew whether Xiao Yan might encounter some opportunity. It was better to be cautious.

When they heard the disciples outside announce the Sect Master's return, the elders all rose to welcome the woman whose beauty was nearly suffocating.

"Greetings, Sect Master!"

Yun Yun said softly, "Allow me to introduce you. This is Mister Jiang Cheng."

Yun Leng First Elder and the others raised their heads and sized up the young man, whose presence surpassed that of Dou Qi fluctuations. Surprise appeared on every face. The Sect Master addressed him as Mister—could his strength be above hers?

At that thought, Yun Leng First Elder and the others cupped their hands in salute. "Greetings, Mister Jiang Cheng."

Since even the Sect Master addressed him as Mister, the elders of the Misty Cloud Sect naturally could not say anything further and could only salute him.

Jiang Cheng nodded. He was more familiar with Yun Leng than anyone.

The Misty Cloud Sect's chief First Elder, a Dou Wang Expert. During the Three Year Agreement, he had tried to detain Xiao Yan over Mo Cheng's death, then led men to attack the Xiao Family after failing. This caused Xiao Yan's father, Xiao Zhan, to disappear and nearly wiped out the Xiao Family. Xiao Yan ultimately killed him in his rage with Buddha's Rage Fire Lotus.

It could be said that the Misty Cloud Sect's downfall had much to do with First Elder Yun Leng's stubborn actions.

He was cunning by nature and held grudges fiercely. Anyone who angered him would suffer the Misty Cloud Sect's Never-ending pursuit.

"Why aren't you pouring tea?!"

Yun Yun scolded prettily.

Yun Lei, the Misty Cloud Sect's second-in-command, hurriedly brewed a pot of Hot Tea and personally filled cups for the Sect Master and Mister Jiang Cheng.

Yun Yun said gently, "Please, Mister."

"Thank you."

Jiang Cheng answered, lifted his cup, and took a sip. The flavor was fairly good, but compared to the Peach Blossom Wine he brewed himself, it was far inferior.

Yun Leng First Elder shrugged and timidly stepped forward. "May I ask which faction this Expert belongs to, Mister?"

"How presumptuous!" Yun Yun snapped. "Who asks about someone's faction the moment they meet? You have no manners at all."

Yun Leng scratched his head awkwardly, somewhat at a loss. "This subordinate was merely curious. Why is the Sect Master so courteous to Mister Jiang Cheng? Could he be an Expert from the Jia Ma Empire's Hidden World?"

"If that is the case, does he know our Misty Cloud Sect's Old Sect Master, Yun Shan?"

Yun Yun frowned slightly and scolded through gritted teeth, "Yun Leng, how dare you directly speak Teacher's name? Withdraw at once!"

Yun Leng's expression grew solemn. He had to find out whether this man harbored hostility toward the Misty Cloud Sect. The Old Sect Master had told him not long ago that any stranger entering the sect had to be thoroughly investigated.

Otherwise, what they had done could easily be exposed. Therefore, no matter who it was, they had to question them clearly.

This was the Old Sect Master's absolute order!

Yun Leng First Elder could only defy Sect Master Yun Yun's warning and continue questioning him.

Yun Yun was clearly unhappy. Mister Jiang Cheng was a guest, yet Yun Leng First Elder was being so ill-mannered. This was not like him...

Jiang Cheng took a sip of tea and said, "I am merely a Traveler who has wandered the world. There is nothing to fear."

Yun Leng First Elder's mouth twitched. Just as he was about to ask something else, he noticed the Sect Master's darkened face and was so frightened that he dared not say another word. He left dejectedly.

"My apologies, Mister." Yun Yun looked apologetic. "Yun Leng does not understand proper etiquette and has offended you. I hope you will be forgiving."

"Heh... you jest, miss. I have traveled the continent for many years and met plenty of people like him. I stopped caring long ago."

Jiang Cheng set down the tea cup In Hand and turned to survey the Experts in the hall. Every one of them was at the Dou Wang realm, while from the Misty Cloud Sect's Back Mountain came the faint Aura of two Dou Ancestor Experts.

Their strength was between three and five stars.

One of them should be the Misty Cloud Sect's Old Sect Master, Yun Shan.

As for the other, it was likely Soul Hall's Protector, Wu Ying.

"Teacher, I heard you had returned."

At that moment, a Crisp and pleasant voice sounded from outside the hall. The heavy doors were pushed open, and a beautiful Woman appeared before everyone.

She wore a moon-white, wide-sleeved, fitted robe that trailed to the ground. A pale silver sash encircled her slender willow waist, perfectly accentuating her delicate figure.

Her voluptuous body was exceptionally enticing, while her three thousand strands of Black Hair were casually tied with a Cyan Silk Ribbon and fell to her soft hips.

This Woman was none other than the Misty Cloud Sect's Young Sect Master and one of the initiators of the Three Year Agreement, Nalan Yanran!

"Teacher~"

Nalan Yanran threw herself into Yun Yun's arms coquettishly and rubbed her head against her Teacher's chest. "Teacher, I missed you so much."

Yun Yun wore an indulgent smile as she said gently, "Yanran, you have come out of seclusion."

Seeing this, the Misty Cloud Sect elders withdrew from the main hall one after another, giving the master and disciple a chance to be alone.

"Mhm, mhm."

Nalan Yanran nodded obediently. "I heard Teacher had returned, so I rushed here without delay. Teacher, your breasts have gotten bigger again..."

Yun Yun's pretty face flushed crimson. She pinched Nalan Yanran's cheek and said, "Go away. All you do all day is tease your Teacher. If you do it again, I'll make you reflect before a wall for a month."

Nalan Yanran stuck out her cute little tongue and made a face. Only then did she notice the handsome young man seated nearby. For a moment, she was drawn in by Jiang Cheng's aura.

It was her first time seeing such a refined and gentle young man, and her heartstrings could not help but stir.

"Yanran?"

Seeing that Nalan Yanran had become distracted, Yun Yun instinctively asked, "Yanran, what is wrong?"

Coming back to her senses, Nalan Yanran hurriedly stood up, clasped her hands behind her back, and said shyly, "Nothing... May I ask who this Senior is?"

Yun Yun introduced him, "This is Mister Jiang Cheng. He is Teacher's friend."

"This disciple, Nalan Yanran, greets Mister Jiang Cheng."

Nalan Yanran cupped her hands and bowed, displaying such respect that anyone who saw her could not help wanting to help her delicate body up.

Jiang Cheng said, "I have long heard of you."

"Ah?" Nalan Yanran raised her brows. "Could Mister know this Junior?"

"One of the initiators of the Three Year Agreement, the genius who broke off an engagement, Nalan Yanran. I imagine everyone in the Jia Ma Empire knows of you."