You... you are actually in the Taiqing Realm!!!

"This... how is this possible..."

Yun Yilan felt the aura radiating from Lu Jiuyuan, his pupils dilating sharply. His face was etched with utter disbelief as he pointed a trembling finger at him, his voice stuttering:

"You... you have actually stepped into the Taiqing Realm!!!"

As these words fell, the members of the Qingyun Sect present widened their eyes in shock, one after another, casting gazes of awe and worship toward Lu Jiuyuan.

Tian Buyi and Zeng Shuchang, the masters of the Qingyun Sect, were both marveling at Lu Jiuyuan's talent and potential, and they couldn't help but admire the keen eye of their junior sister, Shuiyue!

One had to remember that a long time ago, they had been deeply confused as to why Shuiyue would take Lu Jiuyuan as a male disciple!

Because they simply couldn't see anything extraordinary about him!

Aside from being handsome, they really... couldn't see any other shining points!

Now, seeing that the disciples of Xiaozhu Peak were becoming more heaven-defying one after another, Tian Buyi and Zeng Shuchang couldn't help but think of their own disciples, sighing and shaking their heads: Alas! If only their own disciples were this capable!

Daoxuan Zhenren was also stunned; he never imagined that Lu Jiuyuan, at such a young age, would have broken through to the Taiqing Realm. Such cultivation talent was truly terrifying, far surpassing the heights reached by the ancestors of the Qingyun Sect throughout history!

If he were given more time, he might even break through to the legendary realm and become the most powerful existence in the world!

Daoxuan Zhenren looked at the imposing figure on the field and sighed inwardly: The Qingyun Sect might be about to usher in a new era!!!

Shuiyue was also filled with astonishment, but she quickly calmed down. However, her affection for Lu Jiuyuan grew even deeper, and she felt more and more that he and Lu Xueqi were a match made in heaven!

Wen Min, who had been watching quietly from the side, was also stunned, her eyes filled with worship and admiration as she looked at Lu Jiuyuan!

Li Xun, his face pale, felt immense humiliation and anger upon hearing this. He gritted his teeth, the veins on his forehead bulging, and a flash of resentment crossed his eyes as he thought to himself:

Why, why is he so powerful?

Why is he the one who can win the favor of Lu Xueqi?

So much hatred, so much unwillingness; why is fate so unfair!

Held in his arms, Lu Xueqi heard this and was filled with worship and joy. She never expected that after only a short time apart, her senior brother's strength would have improved so much!

No wonder he was so confident and dared to challenge Fenxiang Valley!

However, she would have to work harder as well; she couldn't hold her senior brother back!

Lu Jiuyuan felt the movement of Lu Xueqi in his arms; the soft touch and the faint, delicate fragrance made his heart flutter. He couldn't help but swallow, his arm tightening slightly.

Feeling the change in Lu Jiuyuan's movements, Lu Xueqi's face flushed red, and a soft, involuntary moan escaped her cherry lips.

Lu Jiuyuan looked at the ugly expressions on the faces of the Fenxiang Valley members, a playful glint flashing in his deep eyes as a wicked smile curled his lips:

"Didn't you want to teach me a lesson? I am standing right here. Don't just talk; show me some action. Otherwise, this is too boring!"

As these words were spoken, the faces of the Fenxiang Valley members turned incredibly unsightly. They felt both furious and helpless at Lu Jiuyuan's behavior: You are already this strong; if we go up now, wouldn't we just be asking for humiliation and looking for a beating?

Hearing this, Yun Yilan's face turned slightly ashen as he coughed, his fists clenched in secret. A flash of unwillingness crossed his eyes, which were filled with suppressed rage, as he cursed inwardly: How is the Qingyun Sect so lucky to have produced a genius like him!

Immediately, he forced down the anger in his heart, put on a friendly smile, and said beamingly:

"Haha, young friend Lu, you have misunderstood. I was just joking earlier; please don't take it to heart!

I never expected you to have such cultivation at such a young age; truly, the younger generation is to be feared!

The Qingyun Sect is truly blessed to have a disciple like you!"

As he spoke, Yun Yilan looked at Daoxuan Zhenren with a faint smile and continued: "Brother Dao, your sect is now overflowing with talent; it is truly a joyous occasion!

Furthermore, your disciples Lu Jiuyuan and Lu Xueqi are a perfect match. Let us treat what I mentioned earlier as a joke, as if it never happened!

Besides, now that your sect has produced a prodigy like Lu Jiuyuan, the matter in the Southern Border is no longer a concern. I believe it will be resolved soon!"

Daoxuan Zhenren had not expected Yun Yilan to be so hypocritical and shameless, but he was, after all, the leader of the Qingyun Sect. If he were to bicker with him, he would inevitably lose the dignity befitting the leader of the righteous path.

He could only bite the bullet and follow the exit offered by the other party. He stroked his beard, smiled slightly, gave a soft "hmm," and nodded in agreement: "Brother Yun is absolutely right!"

When Li Xun heard this, his face was instantly filled with unwillingness. He glared at Lu Jiuyuan's figure with slightly reddened, resentful eyes, secretly swearing to himself: Lu Jiuyuan, one day, I will trample you under my feet to avenge today's humiliation!

Lu Jiuyuan ignored Li Xun, who was acting like a clown, and cast his cold gaze upon Yun Yilan. He had long anticipated the outcome of this matter.

But he wouldn't let him off so easily; if he didn't squeeze him for everything he was worth, how could he let it go!

Lu Jiuyuan's expression was cold, and he spoke in a flat tone: "Sect Master Yun, although you were just joking, this incident has caused great damage to my fragile heart. If you don't compensate me for my mental anguish, this matter is not over!"

Yun Yilan frowned slightly at Lu Jiuyuan's shameless demand, feeling displeased inside. However, hindered by the fact that he was on someone else's territory and that the boy was a Taiqing Realm expert, he couldn't let his temper flare. He could only suppress his rage and ask with a forced smile:

"This is my fault; I did not consider things thoroughly. Since young friend Lu has such a request, I will certainly compensate you!"

His words made even Shuiyue roll her eyes, cursing inwardly: This old fox is extremely hypocritical, painting himself as a victim!

If her own cultivation were sufficient, she would have already struck to vent her disciple's anger!

Yun Yilan looked at Lu Jiuyuan's cold expression, fearing that if he didn't show some sincerity, the boy wouldn't let him off!

With a pained expression, he took out a storage bag. This was originally intended for his disciple Li Xun, but now he had no choice but to part with it. He said loudly: "Inside here are ten high-grade Spirit Gathering Pill..."

After speaking, Yun Yilan threw the storage bag over.

Li Xun watched as the item that originally belonged to him fell into the hands of the man who had stolen his wife, a wave of stifled frustration and misery washing over him!

Lu Jiuyuan checked the contents of the storage bag; it was as he had said, but these things were still not quite enough.

Fenxiang Valley had more than just this; he would have to continue his extortion today!