Chapter 41: What A Small World!
As Ling Feng entered through the mountain gate, he scanned the vast square ahead. His surprise grew at the sight of a large congregation of disciples gathered there.
"My goodness, isn't this display a bit extravagant?"
However, as his gaze fell upon two graceful figures ahead—one dressed in green, the other in white, unmistakably Yue Yunlan and Qiao Qiao, the individuals who had once rescued him in the vast wilderness—his eyelids fluttered in surprise.
What a small world it is, meeting them here of all places!
"Miss Yue?" Ling Feng couldn't help but wonder why Yue Yunlan would be at Wenxian Sect.
Unbeknownst to him, the slight smile on Yue Yunlan's face had already labeled him as the archenemy in the hearts of all male disciples at the Wenxian Sect.
Unified in their envy, gazes were directed at Ling Feng. Miss Yue not only ignored Yun Zheng but also chose to smile at this seemingly untamed individual!
What on earth was happening?
"Bastard, where did you come from? This is the mountain gate of the Wenxian Sect, it's no place for you to act recklessly!"
Yun Zheng's heart seethed with frustration. Despite having stationed numerous sentinels at the mountain's base, he couldn't believe this wild individual still managed to break through and ascend the mountain.
Unbeknownst to him, Ling Feng held the sect leader's token in his hand. No outer sect disciple would dare to intercept him.
"As an inner sect disciple, there's no need for me to report my comings and goings to you." Ignoring Yun Zheng, Ling Feng shifted his attention to Yue Yunlan, offering a courteous bow. "Miss Yue, Miss Qiao Qiao, it seems we've crossed paths once more."
"Ling Feng! So, you're also a disciple of the Wenxian Sect." Before Yue Yunlan could utter a word, Qiao Qiao interrupted with a cheerful grin, "What a coincidence!"
Observing Ling Feng's unexpected familiarity with Yue Yunlan's attendant, Yun Zheng's mouth twitched involuntarily. Swiftly donning a sycophantic expression, he grinned and remarked, "Hehe, Junior Brother Ling Feng, I didn't realize you were acquainted with Miss Yue and her attendant!"
Casting a sidelong glance at Yun Zheng, Ling Feng's eyes flashed with a hint of disdain. From the depths of his heart, he couldn't stand such hypocritical individuals.
Yun Zheng clearly discerned the disdain in Ling Feng's gaze. Despite clenching his fists, he continued to exude charm in front of Yue Yunlan. He gracefully suggested, "Since we're all friends, how about I guide Miss Yue to explore the scenic beauty of our Jiuxian Mountain?"
"Who said we're friends with you!" Qiao Qiao gave Yun Zheng a sharp look. "Alright, enough already. Why are you being so annoying? My young miss didn't come to Wenxian Sect for sightseeing. Now that Ling Feng is here, you can go!"
"Uh..." Yun Zheng's face displayed embarrassment as his gaze met Yue Yunlan's. Surprisingly, Yue Yunlan offered no objection, evidently acknowledging Qiao Qiao's words.
Yun Zheng, realizing he had been mistaken all along, clenched his teeth and managed a wry smile. "Hehe, it turns out Miss Yue came to see Junior Brother Ling. I won't disturb you any longer."
"Miss Yue, I bid you farewell!"
Having spoken, Yun Zheng shot a stern glance at Ling Feng before swiftly turning on his heel. He left the scene accompanied by several disciples from the main peak.
Unfazed, Ling Feng showed no concern. He had confronted the leader of the Wenxian Sect without hesitation. A mere direct disciple held no significance in his eyes.
Witnessing Yun Zheng and his group leaving, the remaining disciples gazed at Ling Feng in surprise. It became evident that the one who had truly ascended to greater heights was not the direct disciple Yun Zheng but Ling Feng!
Ling Feng knew Yue Yunlan and her attendant hadn't come with the intention of seeking him out. Turning his gaze towards Yue Yunlan, he inquired, "Is there anything I can help Miss Yue with?"
With a subtle smile, Yue Yunlan asked, "Mr Ling, I wonder if there is a senior named Duanmu Qingshan in your esteemed sect?"
"Are you searching for my master?" Ling Feng hesitated for a moment before exclaiming in surprise.
"Your master? Haha, what a coincidence!" Qiao Qiao exclaimed, her excitement evident as she leaped to her feet. "Quick, quick, take us to meet your master!"
Ling Feng, after a brief glance at Yue Yunlan and her companion, assured himself that they held no hostile intentions. He smiled and invited, "Alright, both of you, please follow me."
With those words, he guided Yue Yunlan and her attendant toward the direction of Little Bamboo Peak.
On the martial arts square, the rest of the Wenxian Sect disciples stood, exchanging uncertain glances. Yet, none dared to venture forth and explore the situation further.
After a while, as Ling Feng and the others gradually disappeared into the distance, did someone dare exclaim, "My goodness, did that guy just take Miss Yue to Little Bamboo Peak?"
"Damn, that's Ling Feng! He was already acting all high and mighty in the inner sect, and now it looks like even the sect leader might have to cut him some slack!"
"He's turning out to be quite the legend, and it's only been a few days since he joined Wenxian Sect, huh?"
"Not only that, Senior Uncle Duanmu is apparently tied to Cangqiong Sect. If they decide to back him up, we might be looking at a change in leadership for the Wenxian Sect, don't you think?"
"Damn! That makes so much sense. Wenxian Sect might be in for a big change!"
In a moment, a sense of unease swept through the crowd. Originally, because of the sect leader's influence, everyone had kept their distance from the Little Bamboo Peak. However, now…
When measured against formidable entities like the Cangqiong Sect, the role of a Wenxian Sect sect leader seems insignificant!
…
Little Bamboo Peak.
In the courtyard, Duanmu Qingshan sat leisurely, enjoying the enhanced Qi-Transforming Ice-Fire Wine with a thoroughly content and self-satisfied expression.
Since Ling Feng used the Moon Spirit Flower to suppress the sword qi within him last time, his cultivation has been gradually returning to its peak. With the continuous intake of medications crafted by Ling Feng, he believed that it wouldn't be long before he fully recovered.
He had never expected that, in a moment of near despair, he would encounter Ling Feng – a remarkable monster with awe-inspiring medical skills and cultivation talent.
"Thinking about it, that kid has been gone for quite some time. With his skills, exploring the outskirts of the vast wilderness shouldn't pose much danger."
Duanmu Qingshan muttered to himself. Right at that moment, a faint frown appeared on his forehead.
In his senses, he suddenly felt the presence of two incredibly powerful cultivators heading towards his bamboo tower.
One of them, in particular, exhibited depths so profound and unfathomable that even he found it challenging to comprehend.
"Is it perhaps Lin Canglang?" Duanmu Qingshan's pupils contracted slightly, but he quickly shook his head. "No, it's not him. His aura is different."
"Such formidable experts shouldn't be within the Wenxian Sect." Duanmu Qingshan rose slowly, sharpening his focus, and thought to himself, "I hope it's nothing ominous!"
A young man dressed in animal skins walked briskly into the bamboo tower, smiling as he exclaimed, "Master, I'm back!"
"Feng'er?" Duanmu Qingshan couldn't contain his laughter at Ling Feng's attire."Haha, you've been in the vast wilderness Mountains for a few days, and now you look like a wild man?"
Ling Feng shook his head, a wry smile on his face. "It's quite hard to explain."
Taking a brief pause, he continued, "Master, let me introduce these two. They are Miss Yue and Miss Qiao Qiao, and they came specifically to find you."
Yue Yunlan assessed the elderly man, resembling a drunkard. Stepping forward, she offered a respectful bow and said softly, "Junior Yue Yunlan pays respects to Senior Duanmu, the godlike physician!"
Boundless Sword Steps's ThoughtsTL: daydream
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