Arriving at Tianyan Sect

"Senior, please."

The gatekeeping disciple's expression shifted, and he bowed respectfully toward Ye Lin. Ye Lin merely nodded faintly before stepping into the Tianyan Sect.

Watching Ye Lin's retreating figure, the disciple wiped the sweat from his forehead.

Just a sliver of aura from moments ago had made him feel the presence of death.

A figure of this caliber was someone he could never hope to resist; had he tried to block him, he would surely have been the one to die.

Ye Lin made his way into the Tianyan Sect, where disciples hurried to and fro. As they caught sight of Ye Lin, their eyes were filled with a hint of confusion.

"Fellow Daoist, you look a bit unfamiliar."

Suddenly, a youth carrying a Long Sword on his back approached Ye Lin and asked politely.

In this world, maintaining a low profile at all times was always for the best.

"I am here to find Senior Chu Xue. Where is her residence?"

"Here to see Elder Chu Xue? See that mountain peak? Master Chu Xue is right up there."

Looking in the direction the youth pointed, Ye Lin nodded.

"Many thanks."

With that, he lifted his feet and headed toward the mountain.

"What a strange person."

The youth watched Ye Lin's back, scratched his head, and then shook it before walking away.

Ye Lin arrived at the mountain, where a small courtyard sat at the summit. Inside, Chu Xue was currently instructing Xiao Li.

"The path of cultivation requires a tranquil mind. Remember, your heart must not be in turmoil."

Watching Chu Xue diligently instruct Xiao Li, Ye Lin walked into the courtyard with a smile and light footsteps.

"Why have you come?"

As Ye Lin entered the courtyard, Chu Xue sensed him immediately. She looked toward him with