The Reason for Taking a Disciple, Returning Together

Bloody Blade!

Lin Yi's heart skipped a beat.

My master actually belongs to the Blood Blade Legion, which is described as "unapproachable" and "full of lunatics"!

Moreover, the conditions for joining are surprisingly harsh and bizarre.

Not only do you need to be at the World Derivation level, you also need to "feel like you're tired of living?!"

At this moment, Lin Yi finally understood why he knew nothing about the Blood Blade Legion in his previous life, and why there was so little information about it.

Clearly, this is not a force in the conventional sense; it's more like a special organization that only the strong can join.

Xuchen's words were like opening a window for him, allowing him to glimpse a higher level of scenery above the starry sea.

But at the same time, it clearly told him that the road was still incredibly far away from him.

After listening to Xuchen's almost warning-like description of "Blood Blade," Lin Yi remained silent for a moment before slowly replying:

"Disciple understands. Disciple will diligently cultivate and dare not slacken."

Xuchen remained noncommittal, as if he had already anticipated Lin Yi's reaction.

He calmly continued, "You don't need to worry about the Blood Blade matter for now. For now, you can choose to join one of the other five major forces as a foundation for your initial foothold."

"In addition."

Xuchen's voice rang in Lin Yi's mind again, "I have activated your Pan-Spirit Alliance Virtual Network access. It contains several Star Domain level cultivation methods and some secret techniques, as well as some start-up capital. It's not much, but it's enough for your initial use. You can claim it yourself after logging in."

Lin Yi's heart skipped a beat: Star Domain level cultivation technique, along with secret arts and funds!

This is exactly what he needs most right now.

He quickly bowed and sincerely said, "Thank you for your generous gift, Master."

Xuchen nodded slightly, then raised his hand and casually drew a line in the air with his fingertips.

A wisp of golden light coiled and compressed like a living thing, eventually transforming into a plaque that was neither gold nor jade, with intricate dark runes engraved on its surface, and floated lightly toward Lin Yi.

"Keep this talisman safe. Consider it a gift from your master; it might save your life in a critical moment."

Lin Yi accepted the talisman with both hands; it felt slightly heavy and had a cool touch.

"Can save your life. A life-saving item bestowed by a god."

Lin Yi knew the item was precious, and he solemnly put it away, saying, "This disciple will remember it. Thank you, Master."

"Hmm," Xuchen said finally, "Lead your civilization well. If you encounter any trivial matters or have any minor confusions in your cultivation, you can contact your sixth senior brother first."

Before Lin Yi could say anything more, Xuchen's figure transformed into a flowing ray of light and instantly disappeared into the matte black shuttle-shaped spaceship behind him.

The hatch slid shut silently, and then, as if it had never existed, the entire black Flying Shuttle vanished into thin air from the starry sky.

They're leaving already?

Lin Yi maintained his slightly bowed posture, gazing at the empty void ahead, a sense of surprise rising within him.

This sudden apprenticeship, this brief conversation, and this decisive departure—everything happened too quickly.

At the same time, a subtle feeling lingered in his heart.

This master who suddenly appeared seemed to have no ill intentions towards him. Judging from the fact that he gave him cultivation techniques, funds, and even a life-saving talisman, he treated him quite well.

Although he hadn't seen the specifics yet, Lin Yi could already imagine that with a deity's intervention, the results would certainly be impressive.

However, his master's detached and almost laissez-faire attitude made him feel that the other party did not seem to care much about him.

"So, is this acceptance of a disciple based on my personal potential, or on the value I represent for the Blue Star Civilization, which has just achieved a Level 5 rating?"

The thought flashed through Lin Yi's mind like a spark in the darkness.

But he quickly suppressed it.

No amount of speculation is meaningful in the face of an absolute disparity in strength.

Moreover, it seems that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages at present.

Lin Yi let out a soft breath, temporarily sealing away these chaotic thoughts.

Now, there's another matter to attend to.

He turned around and looked at the figure who had been standing quietly in front of the emerald green Star Boat.

In the most desperate and darkest early days of Blue Star in his previous life, the gift from this Civilization Guardian provided great help to them, who were at the Star Core level. Although she did not have the opportunity to do the same thing in this life, Lin Yi kept this kindness in his heart.

Moreover, this woman has been silently protecting the Blue Star Civilization. Lin Yi has never seen any major crisis encountered by Blue Star in the history books, which shows how dedicated she is.

After all, even when it's their duty, some people still neglect their responsibilities.

Lin Yi had encountered an unreliable guardian among his Mercenary Group comrades in his previous life. Although no major disaster occurred, minor problems kept arising, causing quite a bit of trouble for that comrade's hometown.

Therefore, Blue Star must also bear this responsibility.

"However, I need to think about how to express my gratitude."

Just as Lin Yi was pondering how to start the conversation, Aurelia, who had been standing quietly in front of the Jade Whisper Starship, felt somewhat uneasy.

As the only bystander, she naturally witnessed the entire scene that had just unfolded.

Lin Yi bowed to the imposing figure, conversed with him, and finally became his disciple. Although she couldn't hear what Xuchen was saying, he heard Lin Yi's words clearly.

Lin Yi was accepted as a disciple by His Xuchen!

This realization stirred up unprecedented waves in Aurelia's heart.

While she was delighted with her accurate judgment, a sense of unease quietly began to grow within her.

The identity and value of a disciple of an Eternal Divinity are completely different from the previous concept of merely a "genius of Primary Civilization".

It is foreseeable that when this news spreads, the major Human Race powers that have caught wind of it will offer what kind of price and conditions.

In comparison, how much of an advantage do they, along with the Xina Family behind them—a Spirit Race Star Domain level family that has lost its ancestral homeland and been forced to flee—still possess?

The resources for cultivation? They probably can't compare to the wealth of those powerful forces that act on the mere mention of their name.

Cultivation techniques and lineage? The other party already has a divine master.

Early protection? The title of a disciple of a deity is itself the strongest talisman.

Do we still have an advantage?

Aurelia felt rather worried.

The family has already staked everything on this, going all in. If they cannot gain enough influence in Lin Yi's heart, then the prospects of this high-stakes gamble will be shrouded in uncertainty.

However, the arrow has already been released, and there is no turning back.

At this point, there's no other way but to go down this path to the bitter end.

We must seize every opportunity to strengthen ties and demonstrate sincerity.

Thinking of this, she quickly suppressed the slight regret deep in her heart that she hadn't had the chance to obtain a private Contact Mark because His Xuchen had left so quickly.

Now, the most important target is Lin Yi himself.

Therefore, upon seeing Lin Yi's gaze, Aurelia immediately took a graceful step forward, clasped her hands in front of her, and performed a greeting unique to the Spirit Race. Her clear and melodious voice resonated distinctly in the vacuum:

"Congratulations, Lord Lin Yi, on passing the examination and becoming a disciple of His Xuchen."

Then, with a smile, she introduced herself, "I am Aurelia Sheena, and for the last five thousand years, I have served as the Civilization Guardian the Blue Star civilization. It is an honor to meet you formally here."

Seeing that the other party had greeted him first, Lin Yi dared not be negligent. He quickly returned the greeting with a sincere smile and said with gratitude, "Ms. Aurelia, hello. It's a pleasure to meet you formally. On behalf of the Blue Star Civilization, I thank you for your protection during this time."

Aurelia keenly sensed the kindness and respect in Lin Yi's tone, which caused a faint joy to flash in her icy blue eyes.

She was unaware of the gratitude Lin Yi felt stemming from his "past life," and simply assumed that this newly emerged genius had shown such a good attitude upon their first meeting because he knew her identity as a "Civilization Guardian" and was humble and grateful.

"It seems that my family and I made the right decision," Aurelia thought to herself. "Lin Yi is not only incredibly talented, but also has a good character. He's not the kind of person who becomes arrogant and disdainful of others after being accepted as a disciple by a god and achieving success overnight."

This discovery gave her more confidence in future interactions and the future of her family.

After all, investing in a promising and grateful genius is far safer than investing in a powerful but eccentric individual.

After her tense nerves relaxed, Aurelia gently shook her head in response, "You're too kind, Lord Lin Yi. Protecting civilization is my duty. I feel honored to witness Blue Star create such a miracle under your guidance."

She paused, her gaze sweeping over the Virtual Network login device that Lin Yi hadn't yet put away, and continued, "Now that you've obtained access to the Pan-Spirit Alliance's Virtual Network, please give me your Contact Mark later. I'll compile some standard procedures and precautions regarding civilization advancement, as well as some basic information within the Pan-Spirit Alliance, and send them to you. Perhaps this will help you and your civilization better adapt to the new stage."

"That's wonderful." Lin Yi's smile remained unchanged. "We're new to the starry sky, and it's truly like the blind men and the elephant; there's so much we need to learn and understand. To receive guidance from you, our guardian, is an immense fortune for Blue Star."

Seeing Lin Yi's genuine gratitude, Aurelia's joy increased even more. After a moment's consideration, she felt this was a good opportunity to get closer to him.

Then, she turned to the side and made an elegant "please" gesture to the Jade Whisper Starship behind her, her voice clear and melodious:

"Lord Lin Yi, it's a pleasure to meet you. If you don't mind, would you do me the honor of resting for a moment aboard my ' Jade Whisper Starship '? I have some ' Clear Radiance Dew,' a specialty of the Spirit Race, which I might be able to share with you while I explain some things about the early days of civilization in the Star Sea."

Aurelia's invitation was very tactful, expressing goodwill without being overly eager.

Logically speaking, Lin Yi should have readily agreed.

However, he hesitated.

Lin Yi turned around almost instinctively, his gaze falling on the azure planet.

He could imagine that his sudden disappearance must have caused great anxiety among his comrades and compatriots below, who had just experienced a great ups and downs and whose nerves were still on edge.

This is definitely not the time for me to leisurely enjoy tea and chat outside.

With this thought in mind, Lin Yi looked at Aurelia with apology and sincerity. "I appreciate your kindness. However, I left without saying goodbye and came here suddenly. I'm afraid my companions on Blue Star are very worried and eagerly await my return to put their minds at ease."

He paused, then changed the subject, extending an invitation, "How about I take the liberty of inviting you to come to Blue Star for a chat? As the guardian of our civilization, it is only right and proper that we extend the hospitality of a host, and also give my compatriots the opportunity to thank you in person for your protection. What do you think?"

Aurelia paused for a moment, then realized.

It was my oversight; after all, the other party was the leader of the entire civilization, with an extremely strong sense of responsibility.

On second thought, she realized this might not be such a bad thing.

In the future, the family will inevitably have to come into contact with Blue Star. This trip to Blue Star in person will allow me to observe this civilization more directly, and also to appear in front of more people, further solidifying my identity and sentiments as a "guardian".

"Your considerations are thorough; it was I who was presumptuous."

Aurelia readily agreed, "It's an honor to be invited to Blue Star. We'll inevitably have dealings in the future, so it's good to get to know each other beforehand."

We'll inevitably have to deal with each other in the future, won't we?

A hint of doubt flashed through Lin Yi's mind upon hearing this.

"Didn't this Civilization Guardian leave right after the assessment ended in my previous life?"

However, this was clearly not the time to delve into it. Lin Yi didn't think too much about it and simply gestured to Aurelia, "Great. Then, please follow me."

After he finished speaking, a faint golden light emanated from his body.

Aurelia nodded slightly, a soft green aura emanating from her.

The next moment, two streaks of light, one gold and one green, like comets streaking across the night sky, fell side by side toward the beautiful blue planet below.

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Above the Amazon Main Nest Ruins.

The atmosphere was indeed somewhat tense and uneasy.

Lin Yi's sudden disappearance was too bizarre and beyond everyone's comprehension.

Although everyone believed that Lin Yi was capable enough not to have an accident without reason, they couldn't help but worry.

"Principal, he..." Chen Yu frowned, his gaze constantly scanning the empty sky.

Zhou Yuxuan was much calmer. He analyzed in a deep voice, "Everyone, please calm down. The arrival of such great power just now, announcing the assessment results and the miracle of resurrection, followed by the Principal's disappearance, is no accident. The most likely explanation is that that great being summoned the Principal alone."

His analysis was logical and well-founded, which calmed the restless crowd somewhat.

Nie Chang also spoke up, "Yu Xuan is right. If we wait patiently, the Principal will definitely return."

Sure enough, they didn't have to wait long.

Just as everyone was eagerly anticipating what was to come, two striking streaks of light suddenly lit up the sky, one gold and one green, and as if by prior arrangement, they fell precisely towards their location.

The light faded, revealing the interior.

Besides Lin Yi, who returned, there was another unfamiliar yet dazzling figure by his side.

"Principal!"

"Commander!"

Are you alright?!

Seeing Lin Yi return safely, everyone finally felt relieved. They didn't bother to find out who the person next to him was, and called out to him with concern.

Lin Yi's gaze swept over the lingering surprise and worry on everyone's faces, and he understood.

He raised his hand in a gesture of quiet, indicating that everyone should be still.

"Everyone, I'm fine. I'm sorry to have worried you."

His voice instantly calmed the commotion in the room.

"My sudden departure just now was because I received a summons from that Eternal Divinity."

Upon hearing this, everyone held their breath; indeed, the gods had summoned them!

Then, Lin Yi paused briefly, organized his thoughts, and then, in as calm a tone as possible, presented an even more impactful fact.

"I am honored by the favor of that great being, who has accepted me as his disciple."

Boom!

For a moment, the ruins were completely silent; you could hear a pin drop.

The gods are taking on disciples!

Everyone was stunned by the news.

What kind of being is that?

With a wave of the hand, millions of lives are resurrected.

They actually accepted their Principal Lin Yi (Commander-in-Chief) as their disciple?!

But soon, the shock was replaced by an even more intense ecstasy and pride.

Chen Yu slapped his thigh, his face flushed with excitement, and roared, "I knew it! The Principal is awesome! To be noticed by someone like that, you truly deserve your talent!"

His thoughts were simple and direct. In his mind, Lin Yi's power and magic were already almost omnipotent, and it seemed only natural that he could gain the favor of the gods.

Zhou Yuxuan took a deep breath and murmured, "I see. That explains it. With the Principal's talent, he truly deserves this opportunity. This is of extraordinary significance to our entire Blue Star Civilization."

He instantly realized the potential implications of this relationship.

Elizabeth's eyes gleamed with admiration as she gazed at the composed figure, a surge of indescribable respect and emotion welling up within her. Indeed, following in his footsteps had been the right choice.

Even the usually composed Nie Chang couldn't help but clench his fists, his face full of excitement.

Seeing the expressions of shock, elation, and pride on everyone's faces, Lin Yi felt a warmth rise in his heart.

He continued, "At the same time, my master also taught me some basic knowledge about the universe, including information such as a common language and the distribution of power. I will compile the specific details later so that everyone can understand what kind of world we will be facing in the future."

This news is equally important, meaning that Blue Star is no longer "blind" and "deaf," but truly has a window to the starry sky.

Then, Lin Yi slightly turned to the side, gesturing to the serene and ethereal Aurelia beside him.

Elizabeth had always been quite confident in her looks and demeanor, but at this moment, looking at the woman standing quietly beside Lin Yi, she couldn't help but feel a sense of amazement.

It wasn't just simple beauty, but a kind of elegance that came from the depths of life and the accumulation of long years, as if she herself were a perfect work of art.

Elizabeth sighed softly in her heart, marveling at the existence of such a woman in the world.

However, everyone present was a seasoned veteran with unwavering resolve, and they quickly regained their composure after a brief moment of distraction.

They could clearly sense that although the aura emanating from this strange woman was as vast as the sea and posed an extremely strong threat to them, clearly indicating a powerful being far superior to them, it did not reach the despair-inducing gap of the vast will they had encountered before.

Moreover, judging from her standing side by side with Lin Yi, in an equal posture, she clearly could not be that great Eternal Divinity.

"Now, I would like to formally introduce a distinguished guest to everyone." Lin Yi's voice was very solemn, "This is Ms. Aurelia Sheena, who has been quietly serving as the ' Civilization Guardian ' of our Blue Star Civilization for a long time."

"Civilization Guardian?" This unfamiliar title aroused everyone's curiosity.

"These are the protectors that Human Race has set up for Primary Civilization, helping the nascent human civilization to develop naturally and avoid disasters such as space pirates and giant meteorites," Lin Yi explained simply, then emphasized, "Lady Aurelia is not only dedicated to her duties, but is also a powerful Star Vortex level Perfected expert, far stronger than me."

Lin Yi wasn't deliberately flattering him.

Although his Rule Comprehension was slightly better Aurelia's, reaching the Star Domain level, he was only at the initial stage and could only use his domain for a few breaths. In this short time, although Aurelia could not use the rules to amplify her defense, the difference in their Source Energy was too great. If they really fought, he would be far from being Aurelia's match.

Star Vortex level Perfection!

His abilities far surpass those of the Principal!

All eyes were once again focused on Aurelia. This time, in addition to being amazed by her stunning beauty and charisma, there was a deep sense of awe and gratitude.

Elizabeth looked at Aurelia, and the subtle ripples in her heart caused by the other's perfect appearance now transformed into awe of her strength.

Chen Yu was the quickest to react as always. He clasped his hands in a fist and bowed deeply, his voice loud and clear, filled with sincere respect. "Chen Yu of the Blue Star Civilization pays respects to Your Excellency the Guardian, and thanks you for your protection!"

He was simple-minded; since the Principal had said the other party was a guardian, had helped him, and was powerful, he had to give him the utmost respect.

The others also reacted quickly, and whether soldiers or civilian strongmen, they all solemnly bowed to Aurelia, their voices converging into a wave of sincere gratitude. "Thank you, Guardian!"

Aurelia gave a slight bow in return, her clear, melodious voice carrying just the right amount of gentleness. "No need for such formalities, everyone. It's my duty. It's my honor to witness Blue Star creating miracles under Lord Lin Yi's guidance."

Her response was tactful and humble, instantly winning everyone's favor.

Seeing the harmonious atmosphere, Lin Yi felt reassured. He then instructed Xuanji telepathically and announced to everyone, "The crisis is over, civilization is reborn! Issue my order: everyone, return to the Commonwealth Headquarters! Xuanji has begun preparations for a global victory celebration! At the same time, we must also treat our esteemed guardian, Lady Aurelia, with the highest honors!"

The order was given, and a warm response immediately erupted from the crowd.

The series of surprises had left them needing a grand celebration to release their emotions.

The group began to prepare for an orderly evacuation.

Just then, Aurelia took a small step closer to Lin Yi. "Lord Lin Yi, before the victory banquet, I have some questions regarding myself and the subsequent affairs of the Pan-Spirit Alliance. I hope it would be convenient for us to discuss them privately."

She decided to seize this opportunity and inform Lin Yi of the Xina Family's decision as soon as possible.

This matter is of great importance and should not be delayed.

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi's heart stirred.

He was already very curious about this guardian and had many questions he wanted to ask.

"Of course it's convenient." Lin Yi nodded. "I also have many questions I'd like to ask you, madam. In that case, shall we head over to headquarters first and discuss them in detail? I'll leave the rest to them."

"I'll do whatever you say." Aurelia readily agreed.

The two reached a consensus and decided not to delay any longer.

Lin Yi gave Zhou Yuxuan, Nie Chang and the others a few brief instructions, and then he and Aurelia transformed into two streaks of light and sped off towards the headquarters of the Blue Star Commonwealth Headquarters.