"The Island Master gave orders. He's in seclusion refining pills and must not be disturbed."
A streak of light descended, revealing Xiang Dahu.
The young man who had once had thick brows and large eyes looked much more mature. His cultivation had reached the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage.
"This phenomenon... isn't it a little too astonishing? I wonder what miraculous pill the Island Master is refining."
Wonder shone in Bei Lingshu's eyes.
Since becoming Supreme White Island Master—and, in truth, since obtaining the Tide-Birth Pearl—Fang Qing had stopped concealing himself so carefully and displayed many wondrous abilities.
Her awe of him had naturally grown by the day.
What Bei Lingshu had not expected was that, as the days of pill refining passed, the phenomenon did not fade. Instead, it grew ever more astonishing... Half a month later.
A streak of light flew in and landed outside Supreme White Island's grand formation, revealing Linghu Zhong!
"Junior Brother Fang volunteered to take an outside posting and guard Supreme White Island. Nearly forty years have passed, and he hasn't budged. No wonder there's been criticism within the sect..." Linghu Zhong had reached the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage, his magic power full to the brim and faintly showing signs of a breakthrough to the late stage. His appearance had changed too: three long wisps of beard made him look considerably more mature.
Evidently, since the former Sect Leader Linghu had passed away, he had been forced to assume a dignified bearing to preside over the Linghu family.
Over time, position had shaped his bearing, and comfort had shaped his body. He had indeed acquired an air of authority.
He sent out a message talisman. Only after a long wait did a Qi Refinement cultivator arrive with a Formation Flag to welcome him.
"What's going