Lin Xuan never expected that he would meet his disciple here.
It seems... that extremely sharp sword cultivator aura he sensed just now belonged to Lianxin.
At this moment, Lianxin's Sword Intent and aura were very different from before. If she was an immaculate sword after leaving the imperial clan, then she was a sword without blemish.
So now, she can almost be described as a sword that has been polished to perfection.
The Sword Intent, which could not be concealed, also concealed a terrifying killing intent, as if it could strike the heavens at any moment.
Her appearance was like ice and frost, yet it only made her more beautiful and captivating.
Is this girl perhaps pursuing the path to invincibility?
No wonder this Sword Intent bears some resemblance to my own.
His eyes, when he looked at Su Lianxin, were filled with both surprise and admiration.
Su Lianxin was even more surprised.
She had only heard a dispute outside and was worried that something might happen before she entered the secret realm. When she came out to check, she saw the person she had been thinking about.
She was startled, and her beautiful eyes revealed a mixture of disbelief and joy.
Master...
Why is Master here?
The master and disciple stared at each other, a scene witnessed by Chu Chen, whose gaze grew even colder.
Although it was only a few days, in his heart, only a descendant of an imperial family like himself was worthy of Su Lianxin.
He originally planned to reveal his identity to the woman after things were settled here, and then take her back to the Ancient Realm so that she could escape this resource-poor Profound Domain.
But at this moment, Lin Xuan's gaze made him feel as uncomfortable as if he had swallowed a fly.
The person he has his eye on, who else is even worthy to covet?
He snorted coldly.
"Avoid looking away."
"This woman is not someone you can lay a finger on."
Su Lianxin's talent is unparalleled, even among the imperial clans. Moreover, she is as cold as ice and extremely arrogant. Even Lin Xuan himself has never received a kind word from her, let alone Lin Xuan.
Looking at Su Lianxin again, a fiery glint flashed in Chu Chen's eyes. Su Lianxin's presence had been making him itch with desire for her all this time.
Such talent, such temperament and appearance, almost made him see a future aloof and cold Thearch Realm sword cultivator, as if transcending time and space.
If I could marry into the clan...
He looked at Su Lianxin with eager eyes, but then froze for a moment.
But then, a smile suddenly bloomed on Su Lianxin's originally icy face, as if ice and snow were melting. Immediately afterwards, she changed her previous attitude and strode towards them.
Or rather... he walked towards Lin Xuan.
Su Lianxin's face flushed, she was extremely excited. She couldn't believe that she could actually meet her master here.
She hadn't seen her master for a long time since the Alien Race invasion.
Now that she has met her master, she can't wait to tell him what she has done and what progress she has made.
Therefore, in everyone's eyes, Su Lianxin was a cold and aloof beauty who kept everyone at arm's length.
But at this moment, looking at Su Lianxin again, they couldn't find her usual icy beauty at all.
To Chu Chen's even greater surprise, Su Lianxin walked straight to Lin Xuan's side, appearing exceptionally obedient. Her eyes shone like stars, and although her lips did not move, it was clear to anyone with eyes that the atmosphere between the two was harmonious, allowing no outsiders to interfere.
... outsider?
In relationships, am I the outsider?
A bitter taste rose in Chu Chen's mouth, and a surge of jealousy instantly ignited within him.
First, he appeared with his chosen fiancée, and now... the stunning woman he'd set his sights on is acting like this with him...
In what way am I inferior to Lin Xuan?
In terms of cultivation, he is no weaker than the Ten Heroes of the Ancient Alliance.
In terms of talent, he surpasses the vast majority of those Ten Heroes individuals!
In terms of lineage, the Chu Household is descended from a prestigious imperial clan, with a profound heritage that ordinary imperial clans cannot match!
And what is this Lin Xuan anyway?
Chu Chen's eyes were extremely cold and sharp.
Bai Linglong looked left and right, her eyes constantly darting between the group.
Although no one spoke, and the scene became extremely awkward for a moment, she seemed to have figured something out and let out a loud, mocking sneer.
Now, Chu Chen's expression turned even uglier. He pursed his lips tightly and coldly swept his gaze over Bai Linglong and Lin Xuan.
After a long while, he exhaled.
"Fine, I'd like to see if this outsider can bring any help to your Bai Household. Linglong, you'll regret what you've done today."
He said nothing more, turned and walked away, his back view exuding an air of confidence and fearlessness.
He firmly believed that once Su Lianxin understood his imperial lineage, she would naturally change her mind.
He also firmly believed that only the Chu Household could solve the Bai Household's predicament, not some inexplicable Lin Xuan.
At that time, regardless of whether Bai Linglong agrees or not, she will not be able to change the decision made by both clan leaders.
As for Lin Xuan, he'll have plenty of opportunities to deal with him!
Bai Linglong's expression darkened considerably upon hearing his words, but she straightened her back, showing no intention of backing down.
After Chu Chen and his men left, leaving only some of the Bai Household's prodigies looking helplessly at Bai Linglong, Bai Linglong took a deep breath, turned to Lin Xuan, and solemnly apologized.
"I'm sorry, Young Master Lin, you don't need to take Chu Chen's words to heart, nor do you need to do anything for the Bai Household."
"Inviting you to join the Bai Household was my personal wish, but if you join the Bai Household because of him, it would be coercion."
She slowly shook her head, and for the first time, an expression unlike her usual lively one appeared on her face.
"I am unwilling to compromise, much less to form an alliance through marriage. Therefore, I do not wish for anyone to join my Bai Household under such a clichéd tactic of provocation. We can still go to the secret realm together. Linglong, please excuse me."
She left in a hurry, and the Bai Household behind her, like chicks following a mother hen, were all bewildered and clung to Bai Linglong.
Only Lin Xuan and Su Lianxin remained at the city gate, and it was getting late.
The two walked towards the inner city. At a campfire some distance away from the other prodigies, Su Lianxin set up a soundproof array, sat down beside the campfire, glanced at her master beside her, and, unable to suppress the doubts in her heart, asked.
Why is Master here?
Lin Xuan shook his head helplessly.
"I received a message from Wu Liang; his communication with us ended here, so I came to investigate."
Su Lianxin's eyes lit up, and she subconsciously said, "Just as I thought..."
She guessed right.
The legendary Thearch Realm expert here is indeed our own Deputy Pavilion Master.
Lin Xuan raised an eyebrow slightly. Without him asking, Su Lianxin had already explained the whole story in detail, clarifying why she was there.
She told Lin Xuan everything, including what she did after she came out of seclusion, how she gathered with this group of people, and the rumors about the supreme treasure Thearch Realm expert.
Lin Xuan nodded slightly after hearing this.
"You guessed right, that really is Wu Liang."
"The auras around here are mixed, but none are as powerful as Wu Liang's. It seems he should indeed be in that secret realm."
I just don't know how he got trapped here.
Is it the treasure that's troublesome, or the Holy Spirit Clan...?
Or perhaps, both...
As for Su Lianxin's account of her journey, it warmed Lin Xuan's gaze towards this disciple.
He raised his hand and gently patted Su Lianxin's head, with encouragement and admiration.
Lin Xuan could sense the qualitative change in Su Lianxin. He figured her journey hadn't been as easy as he'd made it out to be, and she must have suffered some hardships. Although she was talented and strong, the people she encountered weren't necessarily her peers or those at the same cultivation level.
Since Su Lianxin didn't say anything, Lin Xuan pretended not to know. He knew that all Su Lianxin needed was encouragement.
This disciple was arguably the most hardworking and the one who caused him the least trouble.
Lin Xuan agreed with Su Lianxin's plan to enter the secret realm.
According to what Wu Liang said before, the appearance of the supreme treasure and the presence of the Holy Spirit Clan have brought about a qualitative change in this area, turning it into a small secret realm. Although various forces are vying for it, opportunities are always accompanied by numerous crises.
This place will surely generate countless fortuitous opportunity under multiple influences, making it a perfect place for Su Lianxin to gain experience and seek breakthroughs.
With him there to protect them, his disciples need not worry at all.
The atmosphere between the two was harmonious. Su Lianxin felt her master's palm gently stroking her head and subconsciously revealed a faint smile.
To her, her master was the most revered teacher and the most trustworthy person.
She enjoyed the experience of being alone with her master, unaware that this scene would be particularly glaring to others.
Chu Chen coldly watched all this, then suddenly crushed the firewood he was about to put into the fire. His once handsome face now revealed a ferocious expression full of gloom and murderous intent, and he coldly uttered two words.
"Lin, Xuan!"