Arranging a Meeting with Purple Cloud

Zhu Yin spoke first, "I am Zhu Yin, the personal disciple of Yinshuo, the Devil Master of Limitless Island. This gentleman beside me is Extreme Yin, a Golden Core Elder of Limitless Island. We have come here to pay our respects to Senior Lan Yin of your esteemed sect."

Upon hearing that Zhu Yin was a disciple personally taught by the Devil Master, the guard's expression became more respectful.

"So you are a master from Limitless Island. I apologize for my rudeness. Please wait a moment, seniors, while I inform the sect."

The guard took out a token and sent a message.

A moment later, the guard received a reply from the sect, and he said respectfully.

"Seniors, please follow me. The sect leader is waiting for you in the main hall of the sect."

Zhu Yin said, "Thank you for showing me the way, young friend."

Led by the guards, the two arrived at the main hall of the Two Forms Sect.

The main hall of the Two Forms Sect is built on a mountain peak on the island, and it is magnificent.

"Fellow Daoists, you have come from afar; I have failed to greet you properly."

As soon as the two entered the main hall, a gentle voice rang in their ears, and Lü Heng greeted them with a smile.

"Greetings, Sect Leader Lü," Zhu Yin and Song Wen said simultaneously, bowing with their hands clasped.

"Fellow Daoists Zhu Yin and Extreme Yin, please have a seat."

There were many stone chairs in the main hall. Lü Heng led the two to sit down on the stone chairs, while he himself sat in the main seat at the top.

"Fellow Zhu Yin, it has been more than thirty years since we last met, hasn't it?" Lü Heng asked.

"Yes. The last time we met was when I came on behalf of my master to attend the sect leader's inauguration ceremony."

Lü Heng and Zhu Yin clearly knew each other long ago and began to reminisce.

After exchanging pleasantries, Lü Heng asked.

"Fellow Daoists, may I ask what brings you here to pay your respects to Uncle-Master Lan Yin?"

"We have come to pay our respects to Senior Lan Yin on the orders of our master. This matter involves both our master and Senior Lan Yin, so I cannot disclose it further. Please forgive us, Sect Master."

Zhu Yin did not directly reveal her purpose, but instead borrowed Yinshuo's name to intimidate him.

Upon hearing this, Lü Heng did not press the matter further.

"Uncle Lan Yin is not currently in the sect, so you two have probably made a wasted trip."

"Sect Leader Lü, do you know where Senior Lan Yin has gone? When will he return to the sect?" Zhu Yin asked.

Lü Heng said, "How could we juniors possibly inquire about the whereabouts of the sect's seniors? I also don't know where Uncle Lan Yin is now."

Zhu Yin frowned and handed over a Jade Slip.

"In that case, we won't bother you any longer. We will stay in Four Symbols City for a while. This is my Message Jade Slip. If Senior Lan Yin returns, please inform the sect leader. We will come to visit again then."

Zhu Yin and Song Wen bid farewell and left.

After leaving the North Pole Island, Zhu Yin asked.

"Extreme Yin, do you believe what Lü Heng said is true or false? Is it true that Daoist Lan Yin is not actually within the Two Forms Sect?"

Song Wen said, "Since neither you nor I have revealed our true intentions, Lü Heng has no reason to deceive us. Daoist Lan Yin should truly not be within the Two Forms Sect."

Zhu Yin nodded slightly, agreeing with Song Wen's guess.

"It seems we'll have to stay in Four Symbols City for now and wait for Daoist Lan Yin to return."

Song Wen said, "We can't place all our hopes on Daoist Lan Yin; we should make other preparations."

Zhu Yin asked, "What do you plan to do?"

Song Wen asked, "Do you have any other acquaintances within the Two Forms Sect?"

Zhu Yin shook her head. "No. I have no connection with the members of the Two Forms Sect."

Song Wen said, "It doesn't necessarily have to be a deep friendship. As long as they are acquaintances, that's fine. And it would be best if they have a certain status in the Two Forms Sect and have considerable cultivation."

Zhu Yin was unsure of what Song Wen was planning to do, and she hesitated before speaking.

"Purple Cloud does meet your criteria. But I have no relationship with her whatsoever; in fact, I harbor some resentment towards her."

Song Wen said, "It's alright! There are no eternal enemies in the world, only eternal interests. As long as there are enough benefits, what do petty grudges matter?"

"What do you want from her?" Zhu Yin asked.

"We could try trading with her for Purple Salvia Root, ask her to lead us into the secret realm, or even work together while exploring it. In short, anything that benefits both of us is worth trying to cooperate with," Song Wen said.

"What do you intend to use as leverage? Ordinary treasures or Spirit Stone are unlikely to sway her," Zhu Yin said.

"The formula for the Infant Spirit Pill, and the insights gained from its alchemy," Song Wen said.

Zhu Yin turned around and looked at Song Wen with a scrutinizing gaze.

"Are you willing to easily hand over the Pill Formula and your Alchemy insights?" Zhu Yin asked.

"There's nothing to be reluctant about. As long as you and I obtain the Purple Salvia Root, we will have gathered spirit medicine needed for Alchemy. Even if Purple Cloud obtains the Pill Formula, it won't cause any trouble for either of us," Song Wen said.

Unlike Yuan Qing and Zhu Yin, Song Wen's Infant Spirit Pill formula, alchemy insights, and many spiritual herbs needed for alchemy all came from Yuan Qing, and he did not pay any price for it.

Therefore, in order to obtain the Purple Salvia Root, he could easily hand over the Pill Formula and his Alchemy insights.

Seeing the hesitation in Zhu Yin's expression, Song Wen asked.

"Fellow Zhu Yin, do you have any doubts about this matter?"

Zhu Yin said, "I'm just a little unwilling. Since you've made your decision, let's do as you say. I don't have Purple Cloud's Message Jade Slip, so I can only send her an invitation to the Four Symbols City for a chat. Whether she comes or not is another matter."

Three days later.

A monk's restaurant in the Four Symbols City.

Purple Cloud pushed open the door and entered a private room.

Her gaze swept across the entire private room.

Zhu Yin was the only one in the private room. She was sitting at the wooden table, leisurely drinking.

"Zhu Yin, how dare you come to Four Symbols City and even host a banquet for me? Aren't you afraid I'll bring my men and kill you here?" Purple Cloud said coldly.

Zhu Yin said, "Purple Cloud, since you've come as invited, you must be interested in the Infant Spirit Pill mentioned in the invitation. If that's the case, why are you putting on such an aggressive act?"

A cold glint flashed in Purple Cloud's eyes, and she sneered, "Your invitation was written in such a mysterious way, what exactly is the purpose of that Infant Spirit Pill?"

Zhu Yin poured herself a cup of spirit wine, took a sip, and then poured another cup for Purple Cloud.

"Fellow Daoist Purple Cloud, why don't you sit down and chat while we drink?"

Purple Cloud glanced at the wine glass and said disdainfully.

"I have no right to drink your demonic wine. What is your purpose? Speak plainly."

Zhu Yin remained as carefree as ever.

"No rush, some people haven't arrived yet."

"Who else?"

Purple Cloud's expression became more wary.

Although she had her doubts, she knew that Four Symbols City was the core of the Two Forms Sect, and that she was safe.

Unless Zhu Yin wants to dig her own grave, no one will dare to lay a hand on her.

"Someone you've met before."

At that moment, the door to the private room was suddenly pushed open from the outside.

Upon seeing this, Zhu Yin said, "They've arrived."