A Short Stay in Yan Capital, Evil Cultivator Steals Hearts

"I hope the Sect Master and the others don't freak out when they see my note. Otherwise, Ye Fan is just going to have to suffer a bit."

At this moment, the warm spring sun was like a thin golden veil, gently falling upon the bustling and lively capital of the Yan Kingdom.

A gentle breeze blew by, carrying the hustle and bustle of the market, and drifted directly into the private room of the "Joyful Fragrance Tower."

Inside the private room, Lin Yu, dressed in a moon-white brocade robe, sat upright before a carved pearwood table, exuding an innate and distinguished aura.

His face was exceptionally handsome, his eyebrows seemingly drawn with rich ink, their lines strong yet soft; his eyes were as bright as if dotted with lacquer, deep and full of spirit. Every movement he made revealed a noble bearing.

On the table, a dazzling array of delicacies was laid out. Each dish was like a meticulously sculpted work of art, the presentation so exquisite it made one hesitant to pick up their chopsticks.

The aroma of the dishes wafted out, mixing together to form a unique scent that enticed the appetite, filling the entire private room.

To the side, seven or eight beautiful maidservants were dressed in colorful silk skirts, their hems gently swaying in the breeze like flowers blooming in the spring sun.

Sparkling pearl flowers were tucked into their hairpins, reflecting multicolored light under the sun's rays. With their lovely faces, their eyes held a gentle and shy gaze as they shifted.

They moved with graceful, light steps, carefully pouring wine and serving dishes for Lin Yu. Occasionally, they would softly ask if the young master was satisfied in voices as melodious as orioles emerging from a valley, their tones as gentle as a spring breeze, lightly brushing against one's heart.

Lin Yu held a jade cup, sipping the fine wine. The rich aroma of the wine spread in his mouth, causing him to slightly narrow his eyes as he leisurely enjoyed this pleasant and wonderful time.

"Cultivating immortality is carefree and joyful, the mortal world is full of charm. This is the life a person should live. Thinking back to when I was in the Spirit Void Cave Heaven, what kind of things was I eating?" Lin Yu shook his head slightly, speaking with deep emotion.

"I heard that in the Holy City, not only are there all sorts of rare mountain delicacies cooked with fierce beasts as ingredients, but there are also divine maidens and celestial beings dancing gracefully as companions. Hmph, I must go and 'critique' it thoroughly in the future!"

After saying this, the corner of Lin Yu's mouth curved slightly upward, revealing a confident yet slightly teasing smile.

This place was a country named 'Yan' that ruled the region of the Desolate Ancient Forbidden Land. It was two thousand li long from north to south and three thousand li long from east to west, but such territory was merely a drop in the ocean in the Eastern Wasteland; there were countless countries like it.

Since leaving the Spirit Void Cave Heaven, Lin Yu had been traveling in the secular world of the Yan Kingdom. He spread his Wings of the Demon and covered a thousand li in an instant, not caring about distance, and thoroughly enjoyed visiting all the famous scenic spots in the Yan Kingdom.

Recently, he had arrived at the capital of the Yan Kingdom and settled down in this Joyful Fragrance Tower. While he was at it, he decided to enjoy the decadent life of a feudal lord.

"Did you hear? That Heart-Stealing Fiend recently appeared in the Yan Capital. Three immortals have already been harmed, and their hearts were all taken!"

A young man's voice came from the adjacent private room.

"I knew that a long time ago. My second uncle works in the Five Cities Military Division, and I heard that this fierce fiend came from another country." Another person clearly knew some inside information.

"Why do you think this Heart-Stealing Fiend does this, specifically attacking immortals? Could he have a grudge against immortals?" This young man was clearly enjoying the drama.

"Who knows? It's a good thing he doesn't target us mortals, otherwise our Yan Kingdom would descend into chaos!"

"Forget him, let's drink! By the way, where should we go to have fun later? How about playing polo?" The topic quickly shifted.

"Specifically stealing the hearts of cultivators, how interesting." A playful smile appeared on Lin Yu's face.

"No wonder the atmosphere in the Yan Capital has been a bit tense these past two days."

He had made good progress in his cultivation recently and was just looking for someone to test his strength against. Combat was the best method of testing.

However, this matter would have to wait until that Evil Cultivator made his move. For now, he would first enjoy himself.

"Shaoyao, Lühe, Mudan, Qiangwei, Baihe, Jinju, it's your turn to dance. Yuegui, Shuixian, Yulan, come over and pour wine for this young master."

The private room immediately filled with joy.

Night fell.

The Yan Capital was quiet, with every household closed up. Clearly, the deterrent effect of the Heart-Stealing Fiend was quite high. Although there were no reports of him harming any mortals, what if? It was better not to be careless about one's life.

High above the Yan Capital, Lin Yu's Wings of the Demon gently stirred, allowing him to ride the wind without needing a divine rainbow. Threads of black energy enveloped him, concealing any trace of his presence.

As for how to catch this Evil Cultivator, Lin Yu was not at all worried. One should know that the supreme divine technique he cultivated was the Supreme Divine Technique of the Gods Suppressing Hell, and his perception of evil energy was beyond what ordinary people could imagine.

As long as this Evil Cultivator revealed any slightest clue, Lin Yu would lock onto him.

"Speak of the devil, and he shall appear."

A slight evil fluctuation was seen emanating from a residence, which then headed towards the outskirts of the city. It was likely that a cultivator from that household had been poisoned. This fluctuation was very subtle, and other cultivators had no reaction at all.

"He really doesn't take the local cultivators seriously!"

Lin Yu followed behind, silently complaining.

The Evil Cultivator sped along, taking half the night to reach a mountain range, and then opened a hidden cave dwelling.

Upon returning to his residence, he was clearly much more relaxed. He casually threw the unlucky victim he had robbed onto the ground and muttered to himself:

"If I wasn't afraid of being discovered by the Dao Palace cultivators of the Six Great Cave Heavens, dealing with these little guys in the Sea of Suffering and Spring of Life wouldn't be this troublesome."

"Oh, so that's why you haven't made a name for yourself?" A young voice rang out.

Upon hearing this, the Evil Cultivator was startled. Someone had actually sneaked into his home.

"Who's there?" The Evil Cultivator retreated while taking out his weapon to be on guard.

This was an old man with a sinister face and white hair, wearing a black robe embroidered with blood-red patterns. He had a decaying aura about him, clearly not having many days left to live.

Lin Yu stood at the entrance of the cave and looked inside, discovering a large cauldron filled with the aroma of herbs. Just among the ones he recognized were Trumpet Creeper Flower and Heart-Nourishing Fruit, both spiritual medicines for nourishing the internal organs.

"As expected, it's just as I thought. You must have obtained a demonic cultivation legacy and want to refine the hearts of cultivators into pills to help you break through the Dao Palace Secret Realm and extend your life by a hundred years."

When the old man heard this, his face changed, becoming even more gloomy.

"Kid, no matter who you are, since you dared to deliver yourself to my doorstep, I'll generously accept your heart."

He didn't dare to be careless and quickly conjured a small seal, which emitted a green light and struck towards Lin Yu.

"A mere trick." Lin Yu scoffed. The Underworld God's Protection circulated, like a black eggshell. Divine energy flowed like a vortex, and the old man's small seal struck it and immediately flew off at an angle.

"Come out, let me see your strength."

Lin Yu flapped the wings on his back and flew out of the valley. Divine energy gathered in his hand, transforming into a stone battle spear, ancient and chilling. The aura of Hell Yellow Springs emanated from it.