Chapter 761: 761. Chapter 759: You're at Risk

761. Chapter 759: You're at Risk

"Miss Su Liyan, I have no other purpose."

Lu Yuan tried to explain, saying, "I only wish to help Zi Fengyun regulate the yin energy within her body and help her find balance."

Hearing Lu Yuan's explanation, Su Liyan still felt resentful, but she also realized that arguing now was pointless.

As the journey progressed, the yin energy within Zi Fengyun's body was effectively controlled.

She felt revitalized, full of vigor and energy.

Soon after, the flying sword landed at the foot of a small hill surrounding Curio City.

Everyone disembarked from the flying sword; according to the news from Xueying, Lu Yuan went to meet an important figure, while Zi Fengyun and Su Liyan waited nearby temporarily.

Lu Yuan arrived at the appointed spot and indeed found a person in black waiting there.

This was the important person Xueying had spoken of.

"Are you Lu Yuan?" that person asked.

"That's right."

Lu Yuan replied, "May I ask who you are?"

That person smiled slightly, "I am Huan Ye. I know you're busy, so let's get straight to the point."

"The Lei Huo Dan Ge may face a threat."

Hearing this news, Lu Yuan furrowed his brow slightly.

"The cultivators of Lei Huo Dan Ge all possess considerable strength and mastery of immortal arts."

"As the master of Lei Huo Dan Ge, your cultivation here has caused the entire formation to loosen."

"Don't underestimate Curio City; it can gather talented people from all over the world."

Huan Ye's reminder made Lu Yuan feel alert.

He understood that as the master of Lei Huo Dan Ge, he must always stay vigilant.

After returning to Zi Fengyun and Su Liyan's side, Lu Yuan immediately reported the situation to them.

Upon hearing that Lei Huo Dan Ge might face a threat, Su Liyan's displeasure became more evident.

"Lu Yuan, how can you solely focus on your own cultivation, putting Lei Huo Dan Ge in danger?"

Su Liyan rebuked, "Don't you forget our original intention when we first formed the team together?"

Lu Yuan somewhat awkwardly touched his nose, "Miss Su, I indeed plan to stay in Curio City for cultivation, but I have not neglected the safety of Lei Huo Dan Ge."

He realized this issue needed to be explained clearly.

"The strength of Lei Huo Dan Ge should not be underestimated."

"It's not that I alone can sustain the entire formation; we also need other cultivators to jointly guard it."

After listening, Su Liyan remained silent for a moment, then finally nodded.

Immediately afterward, the flying sword descended before a beautiful villa within Curio City.

After entering the villa, everyone was assigned their own lodgings.

Su Liyan gazed at Lu Yuan, hoping to receive his response.

However, Lu Yuan seemed lost in thought and did not respond to her question.

As time passed, Su Liyan's expectation gradually turned into disappointment.

She felt insignificant in the team, as if she were merely an inconsequential presence.

Feeling downcast, Su Liyan decided to leave and seek aid from a branch of the Qingyang Sect.

She felt she could no longer waste time here; she needed greater support to address the potential threat to Lei Huo Dan Ge.

When Su Liyan bade farewell to Zi Fengyun, the latter unexpectedly chose to stay and continue following Lu Yuan.

Zi Fengyun smiled mysteriously and, in private, revealed the secret seal hidden within himself.

"Lier, I have something I have never told you."

Zi Fengyun supported Su Liyan's shoulders, saying, "Actually, I possess a special ability within my body that allows me to emit illusory light."

"Illusory light? What do you mean?"

Su Liyan asked, confused.

A flicker of excitement passed through Zi Fengyun's eyes: "I can activate the seal to release a powerful burst of illusory light at a critical moment."

"This light has the effect of confusing enemies, buying us precious time."

Su Liyan was instantly shocked; realizing that Zi Fengyun had kept this secret all along, it also explained why he usually acted with ease and composure.

"Zi Fengyun, why are you telling me this?"

"Aren't you afraid I might pose a threat to you?"

Su Liyan asked cautiously.

Zi Fengyun shook his head, "On the contrary, I believe you are someone worthy of trust."

"We've grown up together since childhood, sharing many experiences; I believe you won't betray me."

Hearing Zi Fengyun's words, Su Liyan felt warmth in her heart.

She understood that Zi Fengyun truly trusted her as a friend.

"Thank you for your trust, Zi Fengyun."

Su Liyan tightly gripped Zi Fengyun's hand, saying, "I will always support you as well."

Gazing at Su Liyan's determined eyes, Zi Fengyun took a deep breath.

He decided to show a stronger side in front of Lu Yuan, proving his worth through concrete actions.

Accompanied by Zi Fengyun and Su Liyan, Lu Yuan delved into exploring every corner of Curio City.

They first went to the trade district, comparing the prices of pills at various shops and seeking the special materials needed to forge the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword.

The tall and graceful Su Liyan wore the Ice Crystal Long Whip at her waist, her icy cold aura filling the surroundings.

This medicine shop has a herb called Dragon Scale Flower, which is said to be a natural lightning‑avoiding material, very suitable for refining a Thunderfire Sword.

"Let's go take a look!" Su Liyan excitedly grabbed Lu Yuan and Zi Fengyun.

The three entered the medicine shop, and a rich herbal fragrance rushed over them.

Lu Yuan carefully examined the various pills on the counter, silently comparing their prices and quality.

A hint of excitement flashed in his eyes.

"The Heavenly Talisman Pills sold in this shop are of good quality, and their price is a bit lower than other shops."

"I want to buy some to keep as a backup."

Lu Yuan said with a delighted smile to Su Liyan and Zi Fengyun.

Su Liyan nodded, showing an expression of agreement.

Zi Fengyun, meanwhile, quietly observed Lu Yuan without offering any opinion.

After leaving the medicine shop, Lu Yuan suggested going to the market to find a formation master named True Lord Po Tian to learn more advanced formations.

In the market, Lu Yuan devoted effort to searching for formation books that met his requirements, hoping to find more comprehensive and detailed information.

Finally, in a bookstore, he found a precious volume entitled Guide to Seeing Through Myriad Phenomena: Introductory Practical Formation Manual.

This book contains various commonly used formation diagrams and precautions, and for Lu Yuan, who is interested in formations, it is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity.

After a period of busyness, Lu Yuan returned to the lodging he had arranged in Strange Objects City.

Upon entering, he suddenly felt a sense of ease and relaxation well up in his heart.

The room was clean and bright, furnished with a simple, tidy bed and a desk.

He sat contentedly at the desk and began preparing to refine Fruit Strength Pills that increase cultivation speed.

Lu Yuan carefully inspected the medicinal ingredients, tools, and equipment he had prepared. (End of chapter)