My Eyes Tell Me You Are Her, but My Soul Denies It

Before the Zhuixing Abyss Secret Realm opened.

While Qin Wangchuan was deducing the cultivation technique, the other Prodigy were not idle.

Gu Tianye frequently roamed the arena of the End-of-Month Grand Tournament. Even when he lost, he refused to give up and devoted himself to cultivation.

The ranking also steadily improved.

Xie Qingshang moved between the Lingyun Sword Academy and Xuanyi Academy, like a sponge, endlessly growing stronger, and gradually catching up with those top Prodigy.

Even when overwhelmed by heavy coursework and trials, she still had her own secret ways to relax.

When Xie Qingshang is exhausted and almost ready to give up, they will quietly take a short detour or happen to pass by the vicinity of Qin Wangchuan's Dojo.

If you catch a glimpse of that person from afar, and are lucky, you might even get to exchange a few words with them.

Just one glance, just a few words.

Xie Qingshang himself couldn't explain it, but it was just that amazing.

The moment the boy's figure came into view, it was as if an invisible warm current flowed into my limbs and bones, the accumulated fatigue quietly melted away, and my wavering will became firm again.

I can see him again tomorrow.

This simple, almost naive idea, unknowingly, became Xie Qingshang's motivation to persevere.

In comparison, Qin Zhaoer's life was much better.

Li Qingluan didn't stay in the courtyard for long. Whenever she was away, Qin Zhaoer would simply stay by Qin Wangchuan's side.

Even his cultivation took place in Qin Wangchuan's room.

They called it "the older sister's right!"

As for others.

Chu Wujiu of the Shenwu Academy, with his sharp edge fully revealed, is like a fierce sword drawn from its sheath, challenging his peers Prodigy.

Their offensive was fierce and domineering, often securing victory in just a few moves, and their reputation soared.

Unlike Supernatural Law, the Daoshu Talisman was not subject to strict control. After being optimized by Zhao Lingyun, it began to circulate in the Academy.

When this thing first appeared, it didn't cause much of a stir; it was more like a novel but still unverified talisman.

However, as the number of users increased, its terrifying amplification effect began to spread by word of mouth among the young Supreme Being.

More importantly, once the news that "the Daoshu Talisman was created by Qin Wangchuan" spread like wildfire, its significance among the new generation instantly changed.

It is no longer just a talisman.

It has become a symbol, as if possessing and using it would indirectly allow one to absorb the extraordinary talent of that legendary young man.

Thus, a trend of pursuing Daoshu Talisman quietly swept through the new Prodigy.

Of course, some people also see it as an opportunistic external force and resist it.

Chu Wujiu was one of them.

But.

Although he publicly resisted the Daoshu Talisman, which relied on external forces, he secretly prepared one for a crucial battle in the future.

The Lingyun Sword Academy was equally bustling with activity.

Li Xuan's Sword Intent was perfectly integrated, Ji Wuchen's sharpness was restrained.

The two were like twin stars, each sweeping across their respective territories, and clashed several times, with each gaining and losing a battle, attracting countless Sword Cultivator observe and ponder their skills.

However, Ji Wuchen had privately told a close friend that he had not used his full strength in previous battles.

He was waiting, waiting for the right opportunity to truly go all out against someone.

Yan Wujin remained outwardly arrogant and domineering, causing trouble everywhere.

However, some people have noticed that this Prodigy of the Yan Clan, who is famous for his beast taming skills, had been frequenting the Cangfa Pavilion before, seemingly trying to master both Daoist magic and physical techniques.

As for Ye Lingchuan, although he did not neglect his cultivation, he spent more time wandering around various corners of the Academy, exploring scenery that ordinary people could not see.

Although not particularly attractive, his eyes and demeanor still drew some women.

I am currently troubled by this.

Perhaps the most tragic case is that of Zhou Yunyi.

He still failed to master the Feathered Human Transformation.

The most important reason was the explanation given in that class.

Since his insights on the operating principle of the Wanjie Thunder Furnace, which he shared in the last class, have spread, classmates and even senior students have been coming to him every day to humbly seek his guidance.

Even though Zhou Yunyi repeatedly stated that he only had a superficial understanding, he couldn't resist the enthusiasm of the crowd.

This forced the Zhou Clan First Feather to abandon even learning the Feathered Human Transformation. That very day, he borrowed the Wanjie Thunder Furnace from the Chuanliu Pavilion and devoted himself to studying it every day.

Life was so miserable that there wasn't even time to complain.

Yun Zexuan, who was known for his wisdom and insight, unexpectedly fell silent.

He keenly sensed an undercurrent quietly brewing beneath the calm surface of the Academy.

Knowing this, Yun Zexuan stopped participating in public duels and discussions.

His figure often appeared in seemingly insignificant corners, as if he were secretly investigating something.

Against this backdrop, time passed quickly.

The day that the Zhuixing Abyss Secret Realm opened finally arrived as scheduled.

A few days ago, Li Qingluan returned to the Academy and found Qin Wangchuan, where they made a pact to go to the Secret Realm together.

At this moment, Qin Wangchuan was slowly walking towards her cave abode deep within the Academy.

The female cultivators' residences are shrouded in layers of restrictions, and ordinary people who approach them will be blocked or warned by invisible forces.

But as Qin Wangchuan approached the door, the array patterns that shimmered with light quietly parted like ripples on water, and the door slid open silently—his aura had already been granted access by those with the highest authority.

Upon entering, the cave abode is filled with Spiritual Qi and its furnishings are elegant and refined.

Li Qingluan sat with her back to the door in front of an exquisite dressing table, seemingly tidying up something.

The young girl still stood tall and elegant, wearing a pure white long dress.

Qin Wangchuan walked straight to the sandalwood chair not far behind her and sat down, his gaze naturally falling on the gleaming Shuiyue Mirror.

The mirror reflected Li Qingluan's face; she was exquisitely beautiful, but...

Qin Wangchuan's gaze sharpened.

Li Qingluan's eyes were covered by a layer of pure White Veil, completely concealing her usually clear and aloof, goddess-like eyes.

"Are you injured?"

He asked, his tone tinged with concern.

Li Qingluan shook her head and did not answer immediately.

Her fingertips gently traced the edge of the White Veil covering her eyes, her movements carrying an unusual tenderness, and her voice softened. "Don't you think... I look a lot like Ye Jianwei like this?"

Qin Wangchuan chuckled lightly upon hearing this, shook his head, and said casually, "You are you, and she is she."

"It's just a foot of White Veil, how could it be..."

Before he could finish speaking, his gaze suddenly froze.

He stared intently for a moment.

The Li Qingluan reflected in the mirror, whether in her movements, appearance, aura, or even the curve of her lips, perfectly matched the arrogant and bright girl in his memory.

But deep within my soul, some more fundamental intuition denies this.

The smile on Qin Wangchuan's face vanished instantly, and he looked at the person in front of him and suddenly spoke—

"You are not Li Qingluan."

The voice was calm; it was not a question, but a statement.