Chapter 76: Invitation

"Greetings, fellow Daoist."

Su Zhangqing said with a smile, and then Su Zhangqing briefly explained the matter in a few words.

"Is what the fellow Daoist said correct?"

Leng Ruyue's gaze fell upon Hou Qianqian.

"That's right!"

"Indeed, this senior is ridding the people of a scourge."

"Indeed, this brat was bullying others by relying on his status, never expecting to kick an iron plate this time."

"We will testify for the senior; the senior is in the right."

In an instant, the crowd spoke up one after another. Leng Ruyue's jade brows furrowed slightly, and she only spoke after a moment of thought.

"Since that is the case, then let this matter be dropped."

All Leng Ruyue wanted was a way to step down; now that there was such a good opportunity, she naturally would not miss it. Besides, it was just a dead person; it was not worth offending a Golden Core cultivator with no small amount of strength for the sake of a dead man.

"Since that is the case, why don't you come to my Hehuan Sect for a visit, fellow Daoist, and let me fulfill the duties of a host."

Leng Ruyue smiled slightly.

"Since that is the case, then I shall respectfully comply."

Su Zhangqing smiled slightly and agreed.

"Fellow Daoist, please!"

Leng Ruyue raised a hand and made a gesture of invitation.

"T-two seniors, c-can you wait a moment?"

Facing two Golden Core cultivators, no one around dared to make a sound, and Li Xueyun was even more so.

After all, she was only at the Foundation Establishment Stage; in the eyes of such experts, she was simply like an ant.

Although Su Zhangqing was amiable, high-level cultivators had very eccentric temperaments. If she spoke up at this moment and accidentally provoked the other party's dissatisfaction, she would perish right here.

However, she could not miss the opportunity before her; was Leng Ruyue not the very master her mother spoke of?

Having gone through all sorts of hardships to come to the Hehuan Sect, it was because of the yearning in her heart, and on the other hand, she also wanted to fulfill her mother's wish.

Even if there were danger, she had to give it a try; after all, the opportunity before her was too rare, and once missed, this chance would never come again.

A look of determination flashed in Li Xueyun's eyes. Although this female cultivator's cultivation was not worth mentioning, her willpower was very tenacious, bearing some resemblance to Su Zhangqing from back then.

"Oh, I almost forgot about you." Su Zhangqing turned his head back and said with a light smile.

"What is it? Does the senior know this little fellow Daoist?"

Leng Ruyue was stunned, a look of surprise appearing on her face.

"Indeed." Su Zhangqing nodded: "I still have a transaction with this young woman that has not been completed. I originally intended to find a deserted place, but that is no longer necessary. After I finish the transaction with her in a moment, I ask that Fairy Leng protect her safety."

"Hehe, as the senior commands, this junior will certainly see it done. If anyone dares to harbor designs on this young woman, it will be the same as going against my sect."

After these words fell, the nearby cultivators looked at each other in dismay.

On one side was a Golden Core stage cultivator, and on the other was a beautiful woman at the Foundation Establishment stage; what kind of transaction could there be between the two?

For a time, they could not help but show curious expressions.

Originally, quite a few people had already set their sights on Li Xueyun, but after hearing Su Zhangqing's words and Leng Ruyue's guarantee, they naturally no longer harbored such thoughts.

Unless one was brain-damaged, one would absolutely not choose to become an enemy of the Hehuan Sect for the sake of some Spirit Stones.

"Thank you, senior."

Li Xueyun bowed to Su Zhangqing, her jade face filled with a look of gratitude.

Afterward, she turned her body again, knelt down before Leng Ruyue, and performed the grand ceremony of three kowtows and nine prostrations.

"Why is the young lady doing this?"

A look of confusion and bewilderment appeared on Leng Ruyue's face.

"The orphan Li Xueyun pays respects to Grandmaster. I wonder if you still recognize this item?"

As Li Xueyun spoke, she reached out and tapped her Storage Bag, and a palm-sized token immediately appeared before her.

Li Xueyun held up the token with its five-colored radiance, her face filled with a look of reverence. "This..."

Leng Ruyue had not cared at first, but after her gaze swept over the token, her expression suddenly turned gloomy.

With a flick of her jade hand, a stream of light flew out, wrapping the token within it; as the light flickered, it landed in her hand.

Afterward, Leng Ruyue brought it before her eyes to examine it closely.

"You call me Grandmaster, so this item was given to you by your mother?"

After a while, this great cultivator of the Hehuan Sect wore a complex expression on her face.

"Yes." Li Xueyun lowered her head, her voice slightly choked with sobs.

"How is she?"

Although she had expelled her beloved disciple from the sect walls all those years ago, in these decades, Leng Ruyue had not forgotten for a moment, and every time she thought of it, she would heave a sigh.

Although she had ten inner-chamber disciples, the most sensible and talented one was still this beloved disciple of hers.

It was a pity that she was hindered by the word "love"; otherwise, she would at least be at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage by now.

As a great cultivator at the Golden Core Late Stage, Leng Ruyue did not have many regrets in this life, and this was indeed the most deeply etched one.

"Mother, she... has already passed away."

Li Xueyun's eyes were red, and her expression was full of sorrow.

"Sigh..."

Leng Ruyue sighed slightly. Upon seeing the token, she had vaguely guessed that this would be the result. That bitter child was good at everything, except that her personality was too stubborn, marrying a low-level cultivator.

"What is your purpose in coming to find me?"

"Mother hoped that I could return to the Hehuan Sect."

"This..."

A look of hesitation appeared on Leng Ruyue's face.

"Since this girl has some connection with you, Fellow Daoist, let her join your sect."

Su Zhangqing, who had been watching coldly from the sidelines, spoke slowly.

"Since you have spoken, Fellow Daoist, this palace master agrees to the matter."

Leng Ruyue pondered for a moment before agreeing.

"Thank you, Grandmaster; thank you, Senior Su."

Li Xueyun showed an expression of immense surprise and bowed respectfully to the two of them.

"This is the Spirit Stone I am giving you, Fellow Daoist; please keep it well."

Since this young woman had joined the Hehuan Sect, she naturally had no further worries.

"Senior, there is no need; you have already helped me."

"Take it since I am giving it to you."

Su Zhangqing flicked his hand and placed a Storage Bag containing one hundred thousand Spirit Stones into her hand.

"Senior, isn't this too much?"

Li Xueyun took the Storage Bag, her body trembling, and a look of excitement appeared on her face.

Su Zhangqing waved his hand and did not say anything more; then, with Leng Ruyue leading the way, the group turned into streaks of light and flew toward the distant sky.

At this moment, Su Zhangqing was being led by Leng Ruyue as they flew toward the Hehuan Sect, and an hour later, a beautiful small island appeared before their eyes.

Su Zhangqing closed his eyes slightly and then released his divine sense; a moment later, a look of admiration appeared on his face.

The Hehuan Sect is truly remarkable to actually occupy Penglaixian Dao.

This island not only has numerous Spirit Veins, but its vast area is also among the best of the overseas islands, spanning roughly one million li. Yet, such a large immortal island is entirely occupied by the Hehuan Sect.

In the world of immortal cultivation, one relies on strength; the Hehuan Sect is powerful, so it is perfectly reasonable for them to occupy this island.

The Hehuan Sect consists entirely of female cultivators, and men are absolutely forbidden from stepping even half a step onto Penglai Island, otherwise they will be killed without mercy; of course, rules are dead, and they are not immutable.

(End of this chapter)