Nothing Much, Just Taking a Stroll

Cloud Mist Mountain Range.

Daoist Wang Yu and Daoist Chen Hua walked through the mountains, followed by some twenty outstanding inner disciples of the Four Thunder Sword Sect.

The Qingzhou Sword Dao Convention was about to begin.

With less than two months remaining, Sect Leader Daoist Siji had ordered the two of them to lead these disciples to the Cloud Mist Mountain Range for sword dao training.

To put it bluntly, it was to let them see blood.

Ordinary sparring within the sect amounted to nothing. During matches, they knew their opponents would not harm them. Thus, to strengthen their attainments in the sword dao, they had been sent to the Cloud Mist Mountain Range in advance to battle demonic beasts.

That way, one month would be enough for these disciples to improve greatly.

Daoist Wang Yu and Daoist Chen Hua had no complaints. They led the disciples to the Cloud Mist Mountain Range.

Yet less than two hours after entering the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, they encountered human figures.

The two became somewhat cautious. Though they were cultivators at the perfected Foundation Establishment Realm, the Cloud Mist Mountain Range concealed crouching tigers and hidden dragons. Some cultivators specialized in ambushing and killing others to plunder their treasures. Even the Four Thunder Sword Sect's reputation could hardly suppress such desperadoes.

Thus, the two remained on guard.

However, once they clearly saw the pair in the distance, they were slightly stunned.

One old, one young.

The old man was nothing remarkable. He even appeared to be injured.

As for the young man—

The two studied him and inexplicably found him familiar. Then Elder Wang Yu froze.

He stared fixedly at the man before him.

Dressed in a plain robe, yet possessing an elegant and handsome bearing, sword-like brows and starry eyes, coupled with the pride in his very bones, he struck Wang Yu as extraordinarily familiar.

Extraordinarily, extraordinarily familiar.

In an instant, like a bolt of lightning streaking through his mind, an image involuntarily surfaced in Wang Yu's thoughts.

In that image, sunset clouds shrouded the mountain peaks, while a figure like a peerless Sword Immortal stood atop a cliff.

And that figure resembling a peerless Sword Immortal looked almost exactly like the man before them.

Taking another careful look—

Hiss!

Hiss!

Two sharp intakes of breath rang out.

One came from Wang Yu, the other from Elder Chen Hua.

The two exchanged glances without prior agreement, shock filling their expressions.

The Inspector Commander of the Jin Kingdom?

In an instant, both stood rooted to the spot as though struck by lightning.

Daoist Grand Hua and Su Changyu, who faced them, were equally surprised.

The Four Thunder Sword Sect?

This was Qingzhou's number one sect.

To the two of them, the Four Thunder Sword Sect was an existence like a gigantic behemoth. The difference between them was as vast as clouds and mud.

Before the Four Thunder Sword Sect, the Qingyun Dao Sect did not even qualify to bow its head and proclaim itself a subject.

The only first-rank sword sect in Qingzhou.

It had over ten thousand disciples, experts as numerous as clouds, and brilliant talents emerging one after another.

Anyone who joined the Four Thunder Sword Sect could be said to bring glory to their ancestors.

The two were rather surprised that they had encountered disciples of the Four Thunder Sword Sect here.

At the same time, they felt somewhat relieved.

Since they had encountered Four Thunder Sword Sect disciples, they naturally no longer needed to worry about being robbed.

Because they were not worthy of being robbed.

Everything valuable on them combined was probably worth less than those people's salaries.

Still, Su Changyu found it rather strange.

Why were these two old fellows staring at him the entire time?

Had they never seen a handsome man before?

Could these two fellows possibly have a taste for men?

Damn it.

Su Changyu grew nervous, but the more nervous he became, the colder his expression turned. He did not know why; he had been like this ever since childhood.

Both sides remained silent.

The remaining disciples had no idea what was happening, but they did not dare speak carelessly. Since neither elder had spoken, they naturally did not dare act recklessly.

Four eyes met.

The atmosphere became exceedingly awkward.

Elder Wang Yu kept warning himself inwardly to stay calm, to stay composed, and absolutely not let Su Changyu discover that he had discovered his identity as the Inspector Commander.

Elder Wang Yu was not the only one thinking this way. Elder Chen Hua beside him thought the same.

At last, Elder Wang Yu broke the awkward silence.

"Greetings, fellow Daoists. May I ask what you are doing here?"

Elder Wang Yu forced himself to speak.

He did not know what to say, but he knew even better that he could not remain silent.

The man before him was the Jin Kingdom's Inspector Commander, a sword dao powerhouse even Daoist Siji admired.

It was impossible not to want to curry favor with someone like that.

Elders Wang Yu and Chen Hua wished they could immediately transform into groveling lapdogs.

But remembering Daoist Siji's instructions, if they encountered the Inspector Commander, they absolutely could not let him notice that they had already recognized his identity.

Therefore, even if they knew him, they had to pretend not to.

With that thought, their excited emotions gradually calmed.

Yet the other side did not answer, and silence lingered for quite a while.

Perhaps because it was too quiet and the atmosphere too awkward, Daoist Wang Yu had no choice but to speak again, attempting once more to ease the tension.

"What are you two fellow Daoists doing here?"

Elder Wang Yu spoke slowly.

But the instant the words left his mouth, Daoist Wang Yu regretted them. That was rather abrupt.

Daoist Chen Hua beside him was also a little dumbfounded. What kind of opening was that?

Although the question was somewhat abrupt, it did indeed break the silence.

Daoist Grand Hua and Su Changyu were both stunned.

At a glance, these two were clearly elders of the Four Thunder Sword Sect. Though they did not know their cultivation levels, they were certainly no ordinary people.

Logically, if they encountered each other, they should simply exchange a glance and leave.

Why ask what they were doing?

Daoist Grand Hua became a little nervous.

Could the Four Thunder Sword Sect also enjoy murder and plunder?

The scene gradually fell silent again.

Still, Daoist Grand Hua did not dare ignore the other party's question. He could only force a stiff smile and reply.

"Nothing much, just taking a stroll."

Daoist Grand Hua sounded somewhat nervous.

Everyone: "..."

Su Changyu said nothing. He was nervous, but his expression remained exceedingly aloof. He did not dare speak.

Daoist Wang Yu and Daoist Chen Hua exchanged another glance. Once again, they had no idea what to say.

In the end, Daoist Chen Hua's sharp eyes spotted Daoist Grand Hua's injury at once, and he could not help speaking.

"Fellow Daoist, are you injured?"

"I have some high-grade spiritual medicine here, just right for healing injuries."

Those words were also rather abrupt and awkward, but the two truly did not know what else to say.

They had to pretend not to recognize Su Changyu while still leaving a good impression.

They could only bite the bullet and press on.

"Ah?"

Daoist Grand Hua had just wanted to refuse, but when the Jade Bottle was opened, a fragrant scent spread through the air. Daoist Grand Hua recognized the pill at once.

The White Dew Spirit Muscle Pill.

This was a superior-grade medicinal pill. A single pill like this was worth fifty low-grade spirit stones.

He had once been fortunate enough to see one in a shop.

This pill was remarkably effective at healing internal injuries. For a moment, Daoist Grand Hua said nothing.

Meanwhile, Daoist Chen Hua was extremely enthusiastic. He directly handed the pill to Daoist Grand Hua, appearing very courteous.

"Th-this!" Daoist Grand Hua was truly bewildered. He had no idea what was going on. Why was the other party treating him so well?

Su Changyu was also a little confused and could not help looking toward Daoist Grand Hua.

After thinking carefully, Daoist Grand Hua suddenly understood.

This was the character of a great sect.

When out in the world, they supported the weak and drew their swords when they saw injustice.

Daoist Grand Hua understood.

The reason they treated him so well was not because they had ulterior motives, nor did they seek anything. They simply possessed fine character. This was the upbringing of a great sect.

He was convinced.

He was convinced.

Completely convinced.

Daoist Wang Yu and Daoist Chen Hua stood opposite them. After giving the pill, smiles had remained on their faces. They were somewhat stiff, but more than that, they looked restrained. Such restraint and nervousness were not difficult to notice.

Yet Su Changyu and Daoist Grand Hua were nervous too, and they too were somewhat restrained. Thus, neither side noticed the other's abnormality.

"This pill is far too precious. Thank you for your kindness, fellow Daoist."

After a moment, although Daoist Grand Hua liked taking advantage of others, he did not dare accept this advantage.

The other party was an elder of the Four Thunder Sword Sect, a person of standing and reputation, unquestionably a great figure within Qingzhou. Though they possessed noble character, he did not dare accept such a great favor.

But the moment he said this, Daoist Wang Yu immediately stepped forward.

"Fellow Daoist, you are being too formal. Though I, Wang Yu, am merely the Deputy Hall Master of Imperial Sword Hall in the Four Thunder Sword Sect, we are all human cultivators, and it is only right that we support one another. Furthermore, we are from Qingzhou's Four Thunder Sword Sect. Our Sect Leader, Daoist Siji, once said that as fellow humans, we should support and aid each other. Only then can we reach the summit. Fellow Daoist, do not be polite. Do not be polite."

Daoist Wang Yu stepped forward and spoke. He first introduced himself, then praised Daoist Siji a little, before delivering a righteous and impassioned speech that made Daoist Grand Hua admire the Four Thunder Sword Sect even more.

Look at that.

Just look at them, then look at himself.

A great sect truly was worthy of being called a great sect. This upbringing, this character—he was convinced. This Daoist Grand Hua was truly convinced.

Daoist Grand Hua was genuinely convinced.

Su Changyu beside him also had no choice but to be convinced.

He had long heard the name of the Four Thunder Sword Sect, especially Daoist Siji, who was even his idol.

But he had never expected the cultivators of the Four Thunder Sword Sect to possess such excellent character.

It was simply unbelievable. In his mind, should not elders and disciples of such a great sect speak with their noses pointed at the sky? Should they not swagger about like crabs when they walked?

Tsk, tsk! How shallow. Truly shallow.

Su Changyu sighed endlessly inwardly.

Just then, seeing Wang Yu praise himself so lavishly, Daoist Chen Hua could not help feeling envious. He immediately stepped beside Wang Yu and said,

"Where are you two heading? Do you need us to guide you? Have you eaten? Would you like a drink of water?"

Daoist Chen Hua also wanted to leave a good impression in Su Changyu's heart, but he truly did not know what to say, so his words came out somewhat incoherently.

However, upon hearing this, Daoist Grand Hua immediately said, "We are leaving the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, but we do not know the direction. Could you two fellow Daoists point us the way?"

Daoist Grand Hua sounded somewhat urgent.

Right now, he only wanted to leave the Cloud Mist Mountain Range. Everything else could be discussed later.

Hearing this, Daoist Chen Hua was just about to speak when Daoist Wang Yu immediately smiled.

"Oh, in reply to you, fellow Daoist, walk two hours in the direction behind us and you should be able to get out. Fellow Daoist, I see that your injuries are rather severe. Why not sit here and meditate to recuperate properly? We will protect you, so that you do not leave while injured and encounter some danger."

Daoist Wang Yu spoke thus.

The moment those words were spoken, Daoist Grand Hua became even more speechless.

A good man.

A good man indeed.

An unparalleledly good man.

Who would have thought there were people with such kind hearts in this day and age?

"Then I must thank you two fellow Daoists."

Daoist Grand Hua spoke. He truly did want to heal his injuries first.

As for the guard in his heart, he had completely lowered it.

After all, they had given him a healing pill worth fifty low-grade spirit stones. Would they care about the little valuables on him?

"Fellow Daoist, I will help you heal quickly."

Daoist Wang Yu was delighted. Then he enthusiastically went over to help Daoist Grand Hua recover.

As for Su Changyu, he stood to one side and silently watched everything.

Mainly because he did not dare speak.

But just then, among this group of Four Thunder Sword Sect disciples, a figure suddenly stepped forward several paces and came before him, appearing incomparably respectful.

Yet Su Changyu inexplicably grew nervous.