Chen Lin rented a Temporary Immortal Cave after all.
With the outside world growing increasingly chaotic, he did not quite dare venture out either, and decided to lie low for a while.
Especially where the Heaven-Connecting River was concerned.
After making inquiries, Chen Lin learned that a Storm Vortex had actually appeared at the Heaven-Connecting River, causing high-tier Void Beasts to emerge frequently. No one dared go there anymore.
His safe escape had been pure luck.
So the Heaven-Connecting River was off-limits for now.
As it happened, this grotto-heaven had gathered many cultivators from various domains, bringing all sorts of strange treasures. He could collect some to expand his cultivation reserves.
Chen Lin made his decision.
But living here was no easy matter either.
The expenses were anything but small.
He needed a way to make money if he wanted to sustain himself long-term. Otherwise, he would have to join the Guard Unit.
"Master, I'd like to visit the Market and buy some materials."
Shi Yuelan came to Chen Lin's room to request permission to leave the cave.
She felt somewhat apprehensive.
After all, a large part of the reason he had taken her as an Accepted Disciple was that he had to keep her close to prevent information about him from leaking.
She understood her position, too. All this time, she had not dared leave Chen Lin's sight, afraid he might grow suspicious of her.
"Go ahead!"
Chen Lin waved casually.
He gave no further indication.
Shi Yuelan's eyes lit up.
"Thank you, Master!"
She felt that Chen Lin's attitude showed his growing trust in her.
After bowing, she left the cave in high spirits and flew toward the Market.
Little did she know that the moment she left the cave, Chen Lin took out a Crystal Ball in