Chapter 812: with translation of chapter title

812. Chapter 810 Xueying's Warning

He knew Su Liyan might be facing greater danger, and he had to rush to her side as quickly as possible.

When he reached the top of the mountain base, Lu Yuan faced a high platform covered in thick heavenly and earthly qi.

Clearly, ascending the platform was no trivial matter, for it was permeated with powerful and complex immortal arts restrictions.

Lu Yuan took a deep breath, preparing to use all his knowledge and abilities to challenge this platform that seemed insurmountable.

While Lu Yuan climbed the platform, his heart constantly worried about Su Liyan's safety.

He worried that she might encounter greater difficulties, so he had to find her as soon as possible to ensure her safety.

Thinking this, Lu Yuan quickened his pace.

As she climbed higher, the mist around her grew thicker, making it really hard for him to see the path beneath his feet.

Even so, he did not slow down; instead, he quickened his steps.

He stepped forward, and each step beneath his feet was accompanied by a heavy pressure.

Heavenly and earthly qi condensed into a heavy mist that wrapped around his body, as if it wanted to devour him.

But Lu Yuan gritted his teeth, endured this immense pressure, and continued forward without retreat.

When he had climbed to the 180th step, his strength and spirit were nearly exhausted, forcing him to take a brief rest on the steps.

He panted heavily, sweat soaking his clothes, but his eyes were filled with determination.

In this brief moment of breath, Lu Yuan realized he could not give up; he must continue searching for Su Liyan.

Although he bore minor injuries, he was determined not to fear the pressure and to press forward.

He reactivated his inner power, and a strong immortal-arts force surged through his body.

He steadied his breathing, set out again, and climbed toward the platform's peak.

Each step was accompanied by a deafening pressure, and Lu Yuan felt his body could barely support itself.

But his heart remained steadfast, and he pressed forward unyieldingly.

He knew that if he could withstand this immense pressure, he would be able to find Su Liyan and ensure her safety.

After Lu Yuan rested a moment, he reactivated his inner power, intending to lift his spirits and dispel fatigue.

In his heart, he cheered himself on, repeatedly reciting his goal.

After chanting a few times, Lu Yuan felt motivated again and moved forward, taking three steps as if they were two.

Perhaps due to that mental shift, he felt his steps noticeably lighter.

Just as Lu Yuan was exerting all his strength to climb the platform, a figure suddenly appeared before him.

This person wore a black robe, had a grim countenance, and emanated a strange aura from his whole body.

He was Xueying.

"Lu Yuan? Long time no see."

Xueying looked at Lu Yuan coldly, his voice carrying a hint of mockery.

Lu Yuan halted his steps, warily staring at Xueying, a sense of foreboding rising in his heart.

Xueying gave a cold chuckle: 'Hong Lietian sent me to give you a warning.'

These words left Lu Yuan feeling surprised and confused.

"A warning? About what?"

Lu Yuan asked.

Xueying shrugged indifferently: 'I hope you understand one thing: the Xiuzhen Jie is not as pure as you imagine.'

"Hong Lietian and I share a common goal: we want to challenge the limits of the Xiuzhen Jie and fight against unknown powerful foes."

"If you do not join us, you will likely be isolated."

Listening to Xueying's words, Lu Yuan felt both shocked and confused.

Xueying smiled slightly: 'Because I hope you can make a wise choice.'

"Hong Lietian and I are not evil people; we are merely acting for a greater goal."

Lu Yuan silently observed Xueying before him, his heart filled with contemplation and doubt.

He knew Xueying was not a simple evil person, otherwise he would not have presented such a strange warning.

"Hong Lietian and you share a common goal?"

"Challenge the limits of the Xiuzhen Jie?"

Lu Yuan's voice carried a hint of hesitation and confusion.

Xueying smiled slightly, his eyes revealing a hint of resolve: 'Yes, we will oppose unknown powerful enemies and act for a greater goal.'

Lu Yuan fell into contemplation.

He knew the Xiuzhen Jie was not as pure as he imagined, but he did not agree with Xueying's said action of opposing unknown powerful enemies.

Lu Yuan has always been a just-hearted person; his goal is to protect the people, not to be an enemy of the Xiuzhen Jie.

Lu Yuan smiled faintly, knowing Xueying was probing his stance.

He did not wish to be an enemy of Xueying, but he also could not go against his convictions.

"Xueying, although I am curious about what you said, I cannot cooperate with you."

Lu Yuan's voice was firm and clear: 'My goal is to protect the people, not to oppose the Xiuzhen Jie.'

A flicker of disappointment crossed Xueying's eyes as he slowly nodded: 'I understand your choice, Lu Yuan.'

"But you must understand, this Xiuzhen Jie is not as simple as you imagine."

Lu Yuan smiled faintly, knowing the difficulties and dangers he faced would not diminish because of his choice.

Xueying extended a hand to Lu Yuan, holding a jade pendant that glimmered with a faint light.

"This is a spiritual treasure that can help you better absorb spiritual energy in your cultivation."

Although our positions differ, I think you are a cultivator with potential.

Lu Yuan took the jade pendant, his gratitude overflowing.

He knew this was Xueying's acknowledgment and help to him.

Thank you for the gift, Xueying.

I will cherish it and use it to improve my cultivation, Lu Yuan said solemnly.

Xueying nodded, turned and left, leaving a faint farewell, "Hope we can meet again."

Lu Yuan watched Xueying's back, his heart filled with emotion.

Lu Yuan's heart was filled with emotion as he watched Xueying's departing back; he knew he had made the right choice.

Although he was curious about the complexity of Xiuzhen Jie that Xueying spoke of, he was even more steadfast in his original intention—to protect the people.

He raised the jade pendant in his hand, feeling its faint glow, his heart filled with gratitude.

The appearance of this spiritual treasure undoubtedly served as a push and aid to his cultivation.

Lu Yuan decided to cherish this gift and use it to continually improve his cultivation.

Returning to Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan saw Su Liyan organizing the medicinal herbs.

Her long hair fell like a waterfall over her shoulders, exuding a gentle aura.

She turned her head, seeing the jade pendant in Lu Yuan's hand, and asked doubtfully, "What is this?"

Lu Yuan smiled and explained, "This is a gift from Xueying, a spiritual treasure."

"He said it can help me absorb spiritual power more effectively." (End of chapter)

A flicker of surprise crossed Su Liyan's eyes; she knew Xueying's identity and strength, and gaining his recognition and aid would be a significant opportunity for Lu Yuan.

She smiled and said, "You must make good use of it to improve your cultivation." (End of chapter)