The Ninth Princess looked at Luo Cheng, her eyes shining brightly.
With the backing of the Imperial Family’s foundation and several months of diligent cultivation, the Ninth Princess progressed smoothly to the Awakening Vein Realm, her cultivation even nearing the late stage of the First Layer of the Awakening Vein Realm.
Initially, she thought her progress was swift. Upon hearing news of Luo Cheng’s arrival in the Imperial City, she even fancied showcasing herself before him.
However, the series of news that followed left her utterly dumbfounded!
Breaking through to the Sixth Layer Peak of the Awakening Vein Realm, comprehending sixty percent of Sword Intent, and effortlessly defeating Lu Shaojing, ranked 463rd on the Xuanyuan Sect’s Xuanhe List!
Was this still the Luo Cheng she knew?
Faced with Jin Yuxi’s fiery gaze, Luo Cheng only smiled faintly without offering any explanation.
Speaking too much could lead to trouble; so matters were better left unsaid.
As the two conversed, they had already arrived in front of a pavilion.
The pavilion had four floors, each resplendently luxurious, the outer walls adorned with priceless white jade, its surface etched with gold lines, exuding grandeur and magnificence.
"Ninth Princess, Mr. Luo! The Eldest Prince is waiting for you on the fourth floor." Two beautiful maids greeted them respectfully outside the pavilion.
"You two stay here and ensure no one goes upstairs."
Jin Yuxi nodded lightly, leaving behind a brief command before leading Luo Cheng up the stairs.
Fourth floor.
A tall, imposing young man dressed in a gold-trimd black robe with a commanding gaze awaited them—it was none other than the Eldest Prince, Jin Tiandu.
"Haha, Luo Cheng! Please, have a seat!"
As soon as Jin Tiandu saw Luo Cheng, he imdiately ca forward enthusiastically, ushering him to sit and remarked with shining eyes:
"Every ti I see you, you amaze ! No, you surprise ! In just a few months, you’ve leapt from the early stage of the Awakening Vein Realm to the Sixth Layer Peak, even defeating a master on the Xuanhe List. Your cultivation speed frankly makes break out in cold sweat and feel inferior!"
These words were spoken with genuine sincerity.
Previously, Jin Tiandu sought to enlist Luo Cheng, not so much for his strength but for his unyielding spirit in the face of power and his nationalistic ideals—qualities he admired greatly.
After all, a Wasted Martial Soul was rely that—its potential was limited.
But now things were different.
Defeating Lu Shaojing had solidified Luo Cheng’s position among the younger generation!
Such an achievent could be considered that of a minor expert within the entire Great Yue Dynasty!
Luo Cheng said, "It was rely a lucky victory. Thank you, Brother Jin, for your assistance earlier."
Jin Tiandu poured Luo Cheng a cup of tea, his smile carrying a deeper aning as he said, "We’ve ford an alliance, advancing and retreating together. Such a small matter hardly warrants thanks. Besides, even if I hadn’t intervened, you likely would’ve escaped unscathed, wouldn’t you?"
Luo Cheng refrained from replying explicitly.
While he wasn’t a match for Jin Min or Mu Qinglian, with seventy percent Sword Intent and the Mysterious Wind Explosion Technique, leaving the Cloud Heaven Pavilion wouldn’t have been too difficult.
Seeing that Luo Cheng did not deny this, Jin Tiandu raised an eyebrow, a hint of astonishnt flashing in his eyes.
Beside them, Jin Yuxi asked, "Luo Cheng, now that you’ve advanced to the Sixth Layer of the Awakening Vein Realm, are you planning to head to the Luoxia Sect this ti?"
"Indeed." Luo Cheng nodded.
Jin Yuxi’s eyes brightened, "I’ve been away from the Sect for quite so ti. We can go together!"
Jin Tiandu nodded and said, "The Seven-Colored Spring is a secret cultivation sanctuary of the Luoxia Sect. It nourishes the Spirit and tempers the Divine Soul. If you can cultivate within the Seven-Colored Spring, it will be of great benefit to your Sword Intent progression. Make sure you seize this opportunity."
Halfway through his speech, Jin Tiandu furrowed his brows, fixing his gaze on Luo Cheng as he added:
"Currently, Yun ngli’s whereabouts are unknown. You are her person, and if she falls, the Crown Prince Hall won’t spare you. Jin Min certainly won’t let it go. Heading to the Luoxia Sect now is the perfect chance to avoid these storms!"
Recalling the rumors surrounding Yun ngli, Luo Cheng asked, "What exactly happened to Yun ngli?"
Jin Tiandu contemplated briefly before answering, "I’ve only heard bits and pieces. It’s said that the Extre Dao Sect’s True Disciple, Ying Tianxing, had visited the Xuanyuan Sect to congratulate Yun ngli on awakening her Earth Martial Soul. But during his stay, his words offended Yun ngli. About a month ago, Yun ngli dueled Ying Tianxing in Guyuan City..."
Luo Cheng’s brows moved; it turned out Yun ngli’s target was this True Disciple from the Extre Dao Sect. He hurriedly asked:
"And the outco?"
Jin Tiandu shook his head: "I don’t know the details. It’s only said that the two fought over a hundred moves, causing the sky to turn tumultuous. Both sustained injuries during the battle. At a critical mont, they were ambushed by Blood Demons. Since then, there’s been no trace of either. I fear..."
Luo Cheng’s heart sank slightly, his hand clenching into a fist.
Yun ngli had saved him from peril several tis. The rapid progress he made to reach his current status owed in large part to Yun ngli’s assistance.
Noticing Luo Cheng’s grim expression, Jin Tiandu consoled him, "Yun ngli’s awakening of the Earth Martial Soul is a testant to her extraordinary fortune; she won’t fall so easily. Right now, no news remains the best news."
Luo Cheng nodded and said, "Eldest Prince, please dispatch more people to investigate. If there’s any news, notify imdiately."
"Alright."
Jin Tiandu was likewise hoping that Yun ngli remained unhard.
Only with Yun ngli competing against Nangong Jue for the Sect Master position could the Crown Prince Hall—and by extension the Eighth Prince Jin Min—be curtailed.
"Eldest Prince, there’s one more matter..."
After so consideration, Luo Cheng revealed the infiltration of Blood Nether Sect forces into the Fierce Cloud Sect.
However, he did not ntion Sun Yingyang; he rely stated that he had discovered a Fierce Cloud Sect Outer Elder was a mber of the Blood Nether Sect.
"The Blood Nether Sect has infiltrated the Fierce Cloud Sect!"
Upon hearing this, Jin Yuxi was greatly astonished.
Jin Tiandu was much calr, his voice deep as he said, "I’ve heard so rumors too. I hadn’t expected the Blood Nether Sect’s power to grow so quickly. They’ve already reached into the Three Great Sects. I fear even the Imperial Family... This cancer must be eradicated swiftly. Otherwise, if the Blood Nether Sect accumulates its strength, the entire Great Yue Dynasty will suffer devastation!"
Luo Cheng nodded solemnly. He had already witnessed the Blood Nether Sect’s cruelty and horror firsthand.
Jin Tiandu raised his gaze and asked, "When do you plan to depart for the Luoxia Sect?"
"Imdiately!"
Learning that Yun ngli was in trouble had made Luo Cheng feel an intensified urgency. No wonder Jin Min acted with impunity. If Yun ngli indeed were t with misfortune, Luo Cheng knew he would face grave challenges. He needed to grow stronger—quickly.
Jin Tiandu rose and said, "Haha, last ti you left in such a hurry. This ti, you have to allow the honor of hosting you properly. I’ll have a banquet prepared, and we’ll share a drink or two."
"Sure."
Luo Cheng nodded.
He still had matters to discuss with Jin Tiandu.
anwhile, in a luxurious private room.
Jin Min, Mu Qinglian, and several other talented young elites were present. In a corner stood a shadow in gray.
Bam!
"Despicable!"
The Eighth Prince Jin Min’s face turned ashen as he slamd his hand onto a blue jade-inlaid golden table, shattering it into pieces, gnashing his teeth as he seethed:
"That damn Jin Tiandu doesn’t give an ounce of respect!! I’ll wait and see how long you can keep this up. Once Nangong Jue ascends to the Sect Master position, I’ll repay today’s humiliation a hundredfold, a thousandfold. I’ll make you kneel and lick the soles of my shoes!"
"And as for Luo Cheng! That little bastard, no better than an ant! Yun ngli has fallen, yet you still dare to speak arrogantly to ? Do you truly think I can’t kill you?"
The Eighth Prince’s chest heaved violently. Suddenly, his eyes turned cold as he called out to the shadow in the corner:
"Old Wang!"
Buzz!
A gray figure soundlessly erged from the shadows.
Jin Min commanded, "Monitor that boy’s movents. Once he leaves the Imperial City, eliminate him imdiately! No—he carries a Core Disciple Token. Wait until he’s a thousand miles away from the Imperial City, then make your move! Rember, make sure he’s dead, no matter the cost!"
"Understood..."
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