King of Creation
Chapter 324 - 321 Ten Thousand Spirit Valley

Chapter 324: Chapter 321 Ten Thousand Spirit Valley

"Ye Zhen, since you and Caiyi have already decided, and are so resolute, this leader will not persuade you any further." Inside the Silent Chamber of the Qiyun Sect Leader, Sect Leader Guo Qijing was full of emotion.

"Indeed, Caiyi has been in the Qiyun Sect for over a decade since she came to the mountains. Fortunate she is quiet by nature, for if it were someone else, they might not have endured it this long and would need to go out and see the world."

"However, while going out is one thing, you must be extremely careful and not careless. Especially about Caiyi’s ability to concoct Ning Shen Jade Liquid, you must not reveal it to anyone."

At this point, Guo Qijing’s expression became serious, and he took on a solemn tone, "Ye Zhen, since you and Caiyi are together now, there are some things I won’t keep from you."

"Yes, Sect Leader, please speak!"

"You should know, I found Caiyi abandoned. Do you know what scene I found her in?" Guo Qijing said.

"Surrounded by fierce beasts!"

"Over a hundred demon beasts had gathered around her, each with their huge mouths open, drooling. The weakest of these demon beasts were of the Middle-grade Earth Level, and there was even one of the Heaven Rank."

"Yet, despite the many demon beasts surrounding her, not one dared to bite her tender white arm. Although I had already broken through to the Vein Forging Realm at that time, I dared not make a move in front of the hundred demon beasts. Then, guess what happened?"

"What happened?"

"Caiyi cried! She cried heartbreakingly, her wails thunderous! Amidst her cries, the hundred demon beasts, as if seeing the most terrifying thing, turned their heads and ran wildly, a Middle-grade Earth Level demon beast even stumbled and fell." Guo Qijing said.

"That...," Ye Zhen frowned.

"That is one of the reasons why I don’t easily let Caiyi go out. Moreover, the most important reason relates to Caiyi’s talents."

"What talents!"

"Heavenly Vein, and even a Mid-grade Eight Veins Heavenly Vein! That’s why I’ve kept her hidden!"

"Sss!"

Ye Zhen sharply inhaled a cold breath, having seen those with high innate bloodlines, but never had he heard of a Mid-grade Eight Veins.

"However, that’s not all there is to Caiyi! What secrets lie within her, even I do not know, but it’s certainly not just these! Just her ability to concoct Ning Shen Jade Liquid alone could drive any sect mad, though I still don’t know how Caiyi concocts the Ning Shen Jade Liquid."

"Ye Zhen, you understand my intention, right?"

After taking a deep breath, Ye Zhen nodded vigorously, "Sect Leader, I understand! Low profile, careful, I will definitely protect Caiyi!"

"That’s good, go then! Oh, and if you rank in the Black Dragon Ranking, I want you to return to the sect immediately and stay for a while!" Guo Qijing said.

Upon hearing this, Ye Zhen was somewhat surprised, wondering why Guo Qijing and the Stars Tower Master Hai Luoshuang would propose the same condition.

"Why?"

"It’s hard to explain in a few words! But, once you achieve a rank in the Black Dragon Ranking, you will naturally understand!" Guo Qijing said.

"Sect Leader, please accept these items as a token of my gratitude to the sect!" As he spoke, Ye Zhen took out six or seven secret manuals of various sizes.

Among them, the most eye-catching were the Divine Power Martial Skill Five Poison Seal and the Middle-grade Earth Level Wind Cloud Sword Art, while the others were some general Lower-grade Earth Level secret manuals Ye Zhen had acquired.

"Divine Power Martial Skill Five Poison Seal... Wind Cloud Sword Art!"

Sect Leader Guo Qijing’s expression suddenly became complex.

He knew how precious the Divine Power Martial Skill Five Poison Seal was. The number of Divine Power Martial Skills a sect possessed was a reflection of a sect’s soft power.

Honestly, Guo Qijing had always wanted to complete the Wind Cloud Sword Art, but despite his efforts in secluded contemplation, the versions he completed were mediocre.

The power of the Wind Cloud Sword Art as practiced by Ye Zhen was immense, and Guo Qijing had always wanted it but found it difficult to ask. Now that Ye Zhen offered it voluntarily, it naturally made Guo Qijing exceptionally grateful.

With the power of the Wind Cloud Sword Art proven in Ye Zhen’s hands, he believed that having the Wind Cloud Sword Art would definitely enhance the strength of the Qiyun Sect’s True Disciples.

"Ye Zhen, good lad!"

Guo Qijing’s voice suddenly turned hoarse, "If it were not for the sect’s stringent rules, and the Qiyun Secret Scripture not being something I can grant access to alone, I would have passed it to you immediately!"

"Ye Zhen, won’t you reconsider? The position of Sect Leader of the Qiyun Sect, I am keeping it for you! Ten years, even fifteen years, I can wait! I would be at ease handing over the Qiyun Sect to you!" Guo Qijing said.

"Sect Leader, do you feel lonely?" Ye Zhen suddenly asked.

Guo Qijing paused, and Ye Zhen’s voice resonated again, "Although the position of Sect Leader is prestigious, I fear loneliness more! A life without competitors..."

....

By the time Guo Qijing came to his senses, Ye Zhen had already left, not knowing how long ago, leaving only the secret manuals he had presented spread out before a wistful Guo Qijing.

"Lonely, how could there not be..."

"Just that some paths, once chosen, don’t allow you to turn back..."

....

"Come, drink!"

"Here, bottoms up!"

In a courtyard at Chaotic Cloud Peak, Ye Zhen, Sha Fei, and Golden Yuanbao were seated around a small table, in front of them was a large bowl emitting a strong aroma of alcohol.

"Come, drink up! Ye Zhen, I didn’t expect you to still remember me at this point!" As Sha Fei drained his bowl of wine in one gulp, his expression turned somewhat excited.

Sha Fei never expected that Ye Zhen, a figure he had long admired, would actually invite him to drink together!

"Why wouldn’t I remember? When I first joined the Qiyun Sect, if it weren’t for your help, I would have been beaten badly by others! Come, drink up, let all be in the wine!"

"Drink up, let all be in the wine!"

"Old Ye, I know, your path is different from ours! However, in my lifetime, the most satisfying relationship I’ve had is with you, brother!

Dammit, the bunch that hovers around me now, none could be called a true brother!" Swearing under his breath, Golden Yuanbao drained his drink.

"Pity! My lack of talent, Golden Yuanbao, can’t keep up with your pace, Old Ye! Otherwise, what a pleasure it would be to make our way in the world together in this lifetime!"

"Old Jin, each person has their own pursuits, mine is the martial arts, while yours is to become the number one tycoon in the world! As for Sha Fei, his dream is to have three wives and four concubines, and to honor his parents, each person forging their own path is best!"

"Come on, drink up, all feelings are in the wine now!"

During the conversation, the three of them drained another round!

Two hours later, Ye Zhen looked at Golden Yuanbao and Sha Fei, who had collapsed drunk on the ground, his expression somewhat complex. Being with his brothers was the most comfortable, and if possible, Ye Zhen would like to adventure with them.

However, because everyone’s path was different, Ye Zhen could only wish them well from here.

"Brothers, I’m leaving, I hope all is well with you! This is all I can do to help you!" Leaving two letters on the table, Ye Zhen drifted away.

One letter was an introduction to the current Crown Prince Zhu Xuan, and the other was a recommendation for the Sect to appoint Sha Fei as a Sect Steward.

....

The truth proves that when a world meant for two people adds another, it becomes awkward.

Originally, if Ye Zhen and Caiyi were traveling together, riding the Cloud Winged Tiger through the clouds, what a romantic and comfortable experience it would have been. However, with Fang Ling added to the mix, it became somewhat frustrating.

Although Fang Ling was also beautiful, in contrast to Caiyi’s pure beauty, even somewhat more glamorous, but looking at Fang Ling, Ye Zhen always felt uncomfortable.

Perhaps, because Fang Ling was monopolizing Caiyi.

Along the way, Fang Ling chattered incessantly, regardless of whether Caiyi was willing or not, just dragging Caiyi into conversation and making Ye Zhen seemed like a stranger.

Ye Zhen could see that Caiyi was also depressed. Under normal circumstances, Caiyi would have spoken her mind directly. However, because Fang Ling had treated Huaa Li, Caiyi restrained herself.

Fortunately, Fang Ling would be leaving in two or three days; otherwise, Ye Zhen felt he might go mad.

"Hmm, we’re almost there. Do you see that gorge up ahead? Once you get me to that gorge, I’ll be safe! Passing through that gorge, I’ll be able to return to Ten Thousand Spirit Valley. By the way, are you really not going to visit our Ten Thousand Spirit Valley?"

"No, we still have things to handle!"

Ye Zhen once again declined Fang Ling’s invitation.

"Alright! But this path is swarming with Demon Beasts! We need to get off and walk!"

"Screech!"

As if to confirm Fang Ling’s words, five Silver Line Demon Eagles swooped past overhead, causing the trio to quickly descend to the ground.

As they landed, a glint of relief flickered in Fang Ling’s eyes, unseen by Ye Zhen, who nevertheless frowned slightly.

Not quite normal!

Under normal circumstances, the abodes of secluded martial arts noble families are situated in geomantic treasure spots protected by Demon Beasts, but the main paths to their gates would not see large numbers of beasts.

Even if there were any, they would be low-level Demon Beasts, or even domesticated guards; otherwise, it would be very dangerous for the family members to leave their homes.

With this thought, Ye Zhen became slightly more cautious.

But, it wasn’t just caution, for whenever Ye Zhen set foot in the woods, his Divine Sense naturally gathered, tuning in to the sounds of small animals, Fierce Beasts, and Demon Beasts around him.

Compared to what he saw, the sounds Ye Zhen heard were much more real!

"Hmm, we’re almost there! Once we reach that gorge opening, it should be safe! Thanks for bringing me back, sister Caiyi! If it weren’t for you, I’d have to notify my clan to pick me up!" Fang Ling said with a laugh as she casually flipped over a lower-grade Earth Level Demon Beast that sprang up.

And truth be told, they did encounter quite a number of Demon Beasts along the way.

However, Ye Zhen, who was walking behind, frowned more deeply as they progressed, his gaze growing increasingly solemn.

"Fang Ling, wait a second!"

Suddenly, Ye Zhen hastened to Fang Ling’s side, a sharp look flitting across his eyes!

"What’s wrong, Ye Zhen?"

"Fang Ling, I remember that the clan members of Ten Thousand Spirit Valley all have the last name Wan, so why is your surname Fang?"

"This...."

Just as Fang Ling’s expression changed, a right hand suddenly shot out like lightning, reaching for Fang Ling’s neck.

"What are you doing?" Fang Ling exclaimed in alarm. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)