The old woman in gray's face darkened.
Si Yunshu raised her hand to stop her.
She stared at Chu Yunfei for a few moments, then suddenly chuckled softly.
"Young Master Chu's courage in severing Qin Hao's arm in public in the palace is indeed as rumored."
She didn't press further about the Sea-Overturning Ninefold Sword, but instead changed the subject. "I heard that Young Master Chu once had a childhood sweetheart fiancée?"
Chu Yunfei frowned slightly.
Si Yunshu was just questioning the origin of the sword technique, but now he suddenly brought up Situ Shuang'er, clearly with another purpose.
"So what if it is?"
"It's nothing, I just happened to hear some news."
Si Yunshu gently swirled her teacup, observing Chu Yunfei's expression. "As far as I know, that Miss Situ has already been appointed a Holy Maiden by the Heavenly Sword Sect, and she will also come to the Imperial City for the Seven Sects Grand Competition in a month."
Chu Yunfei's expression remained unchanged.
He didn't care whether Situ Shuang'er came or not.
What he cared about was that Situ Shuang'er was coming.
What about Lin Wanyin?
If that stubborn woman also comes to the capital, that would be something to look forward to.
Seeing that he had no reaction, Si Yunshu's eyes flickered slightly.
She originally thought that Chu Yunfei would feel some anger, resentment, or even a cold laugh upon hearing that his ex-fiancée was coming to the capital.
But he didn't.
The new Holy Maiden of the Heavenly Sword Sect seemed to be an insignificant person to him.
"Young Master Chu may not know this yet."
Si Yunshu continued, "Not all disciples can participate in the Seven Sects Grand Competition. If the sect's holy sons and daughters are to appear, their cultivation level must be at least the Heavenly Origin Realm Fifth Layer. Since Situ Shuang'er is a holy daughter, and the Heavenly Sword Sect has confirmed her attendance, it means that she has already reached at least the Heavenly Origin Realm Fifth Layer."
Chu Yunfei paused slightly as he served the tea.
When Situ Shuang'er left Azure Mystic Sect, her cultivation level was far below the Heavenly Origin Realm.
In just a few days, she actually crossed at least one major realm?
Chu Yunfei's mind raced with thoughts.
Forcibly breaking through realms using elixirs will inevitably damage one's foundation.
Since the Heavenly Sword Sect is raising Situ Shuang'er as a saintess, it would be impossible for them to do something so self-destructive.
That leaves only one possibility.
Physical awakening.
An average or moderate physique could never produce such a cultivation speed.
Even those with superior physical constitutions require long-term accumulation and substantial resources.
Unless, Situ Shuang'er awakened a top-tier physique.
A hint of surprise flashed across Chu Yunfei's eyes.
His awakening of the Myriad Poison Tyrant Body was a matter of chance.
Situ Shuang'er awakened a top-tier physique after consuming only one Vermilion Bird Pill.
This indicates that she inherently possesses some kind of physical constitution.
This also shows that the power contained in that Vermilion Bird Pill is even more special than he originally thought.
However, before he sent out that pill, he had not yet recovered his memories of his past life, so he naturally could not determine its true grade.
However, what kind of constitution Situ Shuang'er awakens is her own destiny.
Chu Yunfei had no intention of getting entangled.
He took another sip of tea.
So what?
Whether she's at the Heavenly Origin Realm or the Divine Sea Realm now, it has nothing to do with me.
Chu Yunfei looked up at Si Yunshu.
"If the Holy Maiden Si hopes to see former engaged couples arguing during the competition, she will likely be disappointed."
Si Yunshu stared at him for a moment.
She was certain that Chu Yunfei wasn't feigning indifference.
It's not that they genuinely don't care.
"It was just casual conversation, Young Master Chu, please don't take it too seriously."
The private room quieted down.
The old woman in gray did not release her oppressive aura again, but she continued to observe Chu Yunfei.
She has seen far too many young prodigies.
Some are flamboyant, some are gloomy, and some deliberately feign composure.
But Chu Yunfei was different.
Despite the oppressive aura of the Late Divine Sea Realm, his breathing remained steady.
There was no hatred in his eyes when he mentioned his fiancée who had broken off their engagement and humiliated him.
Such people either possess a temperament far exceeding that of their peers.
Either you hide it better than anyone else.
Chu Yunfei was also observing Si Yunshu.
Judging from her reaction just now, although this Holy Maiden of the Heavenly Edict Sect is interested in the Sea-Overturning Ninefold Sword, she has no intention of directly seizing the inheritance.
The old woman behind her had a tough attitude, but she never actually made a move.
At least for now, limited trust is possible.
Chu Yunfei put down his teacup and suddenly spoke, "Saintess Si, I also have something I'd like to ask you."
Si Yunshu raised her hand in greeting.
"Please speak, Young Master Chu."
"As long as it doesn't involve sect secrets, I can tell you the truth."
Chu Yunfei looked at her.
Qin Yangui currently with the Heavenly Edict Sect?
The words had barely left his mouth.
Si Yunshu was taken aback.
Her hand, holding the teacup, froze in mid-air.
The old woman in gray behind him also raised her eyes, her gaze suddenly becoming sharp.
Qin Yangui.
The Supreme Elder of the Heavenly Edict Sect is of a higher generation than the current sect leader.
She has not made a public appearance for many years.
Not to mention the disciples of the outer sect, even among the younger generation of the Heavenly Edict Sect, very few people know her name.
Why would Chu Yunfei, who hails from the Azure Mystic Sect, suddenly ask about her?
How does Young Master Chu know about the Grand Elder Qin?
Si Yunshu did not answer directly, her eyes showing obvious wariness. "She has been in seclusion for many years, and even the sect elders rarely see her. What is your purpose in seeking her out?"
Chu Yunfei did not answer the first question.
"It's good that she's still in the sect. After you return, please tell Saintess Si to come to the capital. I have something important to discuss with her."
The gentle expression on Si Yunshu's face faded.
She acknowledged that Chu Yunfei possessed astonishing talent and his combat prowess far surpassed that of others at the same cultivation level.
Qin Yangui, however, is a Heavenly Edict Sect Dao Mysterious Realm expert and also the Supreme Elder of the Tianyu Sect.
If Chu Yunfei wanted to see the sect, he should have brought gifts to the Heavenly Edict Sect and waited for the sect to announce his arrival.
Now, sitting in the Imperial City Tea House, he can summon a Dao Mysterious Realm Supreme Elder to come and see him at a moment's notice.
This is no longer about confidence.
To onlookers, these words sounded almost arrogant.
"Young Master Chu, please forgive me for being unable to grant this request."
Si Yunshu's voice turned colder. " Grand Elder Qin been in seclusion for many years and rarely sees anyone. Even the sect leader needs to send a message via jade slip beforehand if he wants to pay his respects. If you truly have important business, you can come with me to the Heavenly Edict Sect. As for whether she is willing to see you, that is up to Elder Qin to decide."
Chu Yunfei remained expressionless.
"Saintess Si misunderstands. I did not ask you to invite her out of seclusion, nor did I ask you to vouch for me."
"You only need to deliver one sentence to her; whether she comes to the capital after hearing it is her own decision."
Chu Yunfei spoke with such certainty.
He was certain that as long as those words reached Qin Yangui's ears, the other party would definitely react.
What did you say?
Chu Yunfei raised his eyes and uttered three words.
Lu Shaoyuan.
The three words fell.
The air in the private room felt as if it had been gripped tightly.
Si Yunshu's pupils contracted.
Her fingers unconsciously tightened around the teacup, causing the tea to spill over the rim and onto the table, but she didn't notice.
The old woman in gray reacted more directly.
The aura of the Late Divine Sea Realm suddenly surged forth.
The entire array in the private room was shaken and began to glow.
She stepped in front of Chu Yunfei, her cloudy eyes gleaming brightly.
Where did you hear that name?
Lu Shaoyuan has been missing for thirty years.
This incident shocked the Eastern Continent back then, Heavenly Edict Sect searched almost every place, but still found no results.
As time went by, few of the younger generation knew about this old story.
But Chu Yunfei was not even twenty years old.
His sudden mention of Lu Shaoyuan, coupled with his mastery of the lost Sea-Overturning Ninefold Sword, suggests there must be a connection between the two.
Si Yunshu also realized what was happening.
The Sea-Overturning Ninefold Sword was the very sword technique that made Lu Shaoyuan famous throughout the Eastern Continent.
Chu Yunfei refused to reveal the origin of his lineage.
Now she's being asked to bring Lu Shaoyuan's name to Qin Yangui.
An answer is almost immediately apparent.
Si Yunshu stood up, her voice no longer containing the previous probing.
"Young Master Chu, do you know the whereabouts of Grandmaster Lu?"
Si Yunshu stood up, her tone no longer probing. "This matter is of great importance. Please tell me the truth. If the information is accurate, the Heavenly Edict Sect will reward you handsomely."
Seeing her reaction, Chu Yunfei already knew the answer he wanted.
Qin Yangui indeed still alive.
Lu Shaoyuan's influence in the Heavenly Edict Sect has not completely disappeared even after thirty years.
"The Holy Maiden only needs to relay the message."
Chu Yunfei didn't reveal more. "Once Qin Yangui arrives in the capital, I will naturally explain to her. As for Lu Shaoyuan's current whereabouts, I'm afraid I cannot disclose that at the moment."
The old woman in gray stared intently at him.
"Young man, this matter cannot be treated with mystery. Grand Elder Qin has spent twenty years searching for Lu Shaoyuan. If you merely heard her name by chance and intend to use it to alarm her, the consequences will be far beyond what you can bear."
Chu Yunfei stood up and straightened his sleeves.
"Whether I'm being deliberately mysterious or not, Qin Yangui will be able to discern after hearing the message. If she feels it's not worth coming, then she can continue her seclusion at the Heavenly Edict Sect."
After saying that, he looked out the window.
Most of the onlookers on the street had already dispersed.
The palm print left by Li Tianxing is still embedded in the ground.
The lingering chill of the Devil-Suppressing Hand had not completely dissipated.
It perfectly matches the description in Lu Shaoyuan's last words on the stone wall.
"Saintess Si, it's getting late."
"I should return to the palace."
Chu Yunfei walked towards the door.
Si Yunshu wanted to ask more questions.
The old woman in gray raised her hand to stop her.
Chu Yunfei was unwilling to talk about it, and asking again would not yield any results.
Moreover, the other party is located in the Great Qian Imperial City and has the protection of a princess and royal family retainers.
Forcing them to stay will only escalate the situation.
Chu Yunfei paused as he reached the door of the private room.
"There's one more thing."