# Chapter 1204: If Something Happens, the Heavenly Terrace Will Bear It
The Heavenly Terrace still appeared exceptionally peaceful. Ever since being provoked by Xuanyuan Potian, the Heavenly Martial disciples of the Heavenly Terrace had been training even more diligently, trying to wash away their previous disgrace.
During this period, Senior Brother Mu Chen had appeared once, telling them to calm their hearts and not be too fixated on victory or defeat. Xuanyuan Potian had some inherent advantages over them, but as long as they cultivated properly on the Heavenly Terrace, catching up to Xuanyuan Potian was only a matter of time. On the path of martial arts, there were countless cases of late bloomers. Senior Brother Mu Chen said that he himself had once been an extremely ordinary martial cultivator, until after reaching the Venerable Martial Realm, when he suddenly achieved enlightenment and progressed by leaps and bounds ever since.
Although he said this and everyone took it to heart, Xuanyuan Potian's repeated declarations that the Heavenly Terrace had no one worthy and his arrogant words about beheading Lin Feng still left a bitter taste in their mouths.
At this moment, on the Ninth Heaven, a fairy maiden like a celestial goddess from the Nine Heavens stood outside the palace, gazing into the distance. Though she missed Lin Feng, she did not disturb him in his pursuit of the sword path. She had never actively contacted Lin Feng. For such a long time, she had not even stepped out of the Ninth Heaven, merely cultivating quietly, occasionally hearing people from the lower heavens discuss major events happening in the Northern Wasteland.
For example, Qiu Yuexin, who looked exactly like Xinye, seemed about to break through to the Venerable Martial Realm. Also, the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress intended to propose marriage on behalf of the secluded Long Teng, and it would happen soon. Furthermore, Xuanyuan Potian, who had humiliated the Heavenly Terrace several times, seemed to be planning to propose to the Yang Clan as well. These matters were all converging together, and all had some connection to the Heavenly Terrace.
Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in the void, terrifying gale winds ravaged the emptiness. A massive, fearsome sword hung there, emitting a dreadful howling sound. The surrounding air currents became distorted. On top of the giant sword sat a young figure cross-legged. This youth was exceptionally handsome, his facial features extraordinarily peaceful, as calm and gentle as water. Yet occasionally, strands of sword aura would emanate from him.
At this moment, within Lin Feng's martial soul, that desolate world had now acquired the color of the Dao. This was something Lin Feng had copied into his martial soul from the palace on the Ninth Heaven. A phantom figure sat cross-legged in the martial soul, an imagined version of Lin Feng himself. Before Lin Feng were eighty-one diagrams, each more complex than the last. These were sword path diagrams Lin Feng had obtained from a sword cultivation palace in the secret realm where the Jade Emperor Palace was located.
The diagrams progressed from simple to complex, containing the traces of Sacred Marks and sword patterns, growing increasingly profound. The sword intent contained within each diagram was stronger than the last. Lin Feng simply meditated quietly, not practicing with his hands. In the Sword Grave, he had said that from then on, he would only cultivate his own sword path. All other sword paths were merely references for him, used to perfect himself, to comprehend the sword paths of predecessors and integrate them into his own.
Though the gale winds in the void were incomparably fierce, they could not disturb Lin Feng's cultivation. With his heart now as still as water, no matter when or where, he could instantly merge with heaven and earth, entering a state of selflessness.
A distance of a thousand miles was very close for the terrifying speed of the giant sword. Before long, above the Heavenly Terrace, a rumbling, terrifying howling sound rang out, startling quite a few people. When ordinary disciples came out from the outer palace clusters and saw Lin Feng on the giant sword, their expressions froze.
Lin Feng had returned!
After disappearing for over half a year, Lin Feng had finally appeared before everyone's eyes once again. And now, two major events happening in the Northern Wasteland were undoubtedly related to Lin Feng.
The first event's protagonist was Qiu Yuexin. The complex relationship between Lin Feng and Qiu Yuexin was naturally known to the people of the Heavenly Terrace. When the Heavenly Terrace was recruiting its first batch of Martial Emperor's Disciples, this matter had caused quite a stir. Because of Lin Feng, Qiu Yuexin had nearly killed members of her own family.
And now, Qiu Yuexin seemed to have suddenly changed. News of her breakthroughs kept spreading, and a mysterious halo shrouded her. The Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress was even preparing to propose marriage to Qiu Yuexin on behalf of Long Teng. This was already a subtle provocation to the Heavenly Terrace, as Qiu Yuexin was a disciple of the Heavenly Terrace.
The other event's protagonist was Xuanyuan Potian. He had repeatedly declared he would behead Lin Feng, but Lin Feng had been missing. Now, he had finally appeared again!
After Lin Feng landed on the ground, he stepped toward the direction of the Ninth Heaven. Moments later, many people on the Ninth Heaven also saw Lin Feng, their expressions freezing. He was back. Lin Feng had finally returned.
"Wait, why is his cultivation still at the Seventh Layer of Heavenly Martial Realm?" At this moment, many people were stunned. After disappearing for over half a year, how was Lin Feng still at the Seventh Layer of Heavenly Martial Realm? Qiu Yuexin was now charging toward the Venerable Martial Realm, and Xuanyuan Potian had also stepped into the Peak of Heavenly Martial Realm. Lin Feng seemed to have made no progress at all. This was somewhat abnormal.
They did not know what Lin Feng had been doing for the past half year, which was why they were surprised. In truth, it was simple: for the past half year, Lin Feng had not been cultivating at all.
At this moment, Lin Feng's steps slowly ascended toward the Ninth Heaven. One step, one heavenly ladder. He had long since given the key to the Ninth Heaven to Meng Qing. Now, he was truly ascending the Ninth Heaven once more, step by step, extremely steady, with no fluctuation in his aura. In the blink of an eye, he passed the Sixth Heaven, the Seventh Heaven, the Eighth Heaven!
Easily stepping onto the Ninth Heaven, Lin Feng's heart had not the slightest ripple. He looked at the stunningly beautiful figure outside the palace.
"You're back," Meng Qing said, looking at Lin Feng. The Lin Feng before her now seemed different, his temperament changed once again.
"Mm," Lin Feng nodded. Walking to Meng Qing's side, he cupped her cheeks with both hands and smiled: "You've lost some weight."
Meng Qing gently shook her head. "If you hadn't come back, I would have had to notify you. In a few days, the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress will go to the Qiu Clan to propose marriage. To Qiu Yuexin."
Seeing Lin Feng remain silent, Meng Qing gently took his hand and smiled: "Go. Whenever you miss her, go find her. Now is the time, isn't it?"
Lin Feng looked at Meng Qing, a bitter smile appearing on his face. His hand brushed across Meng Qing's cheek as he smiled: "Why are you always so good to me?"
"Then let me tell you, and you must remember," Meng Qing said, her watery eyes fixed on Lin Feng, carrying a stunning smile.
"Alright, I will remember it firmly," Lin Feng nodded.
"The only warmth in my life is your smile. So I won't allow you to wrong yourself," Meng Qing said softly. These simple words stirred Lin Feng's heartstrings.
"The only warmth in my life is your smile!"
Lin Feng's calm heart trembled once more at this gentle voice. Meng Qing's only warmth was his smile, so she would not allow his heart to suffer any grievance.
"Silly girl," Lin Feng ruffled Meng Qing's long hair.
"Remember my words," Meng Qing just smiled and reminded him again.
"Lin Feng is back!" At this moment, a voice came from the void. It was Senior Brother Mu Chen's voice.
"Let's go," Lin Feng took Meng Qing's hand, and then his figure flickered, heading toward the central area of the Heavenly Terrace. Senior Brother Mu Chen's voice had come from that direction.
"Senior Brother," soon, Lin Feng and Meng Qing arrived at the central area of the Heavenly Terrace. Besides Mu Chen, there were two others beside him. One was the First Disciple of the Venerable Martial Realm, and the other was the Ascetic Monk.
Other disciples also came over one after another. Mu Chen smiled at Lin Feng and said: "Not bad, you've entered a new realm."
"Oh?" Many showed puzzled expressions. Lin Feng still seemed to be at the Seventh Layer of Heavenly Martial Realm. Why did Senior Brother say he had entered a new realm?
"Some things have happened in the Northern Wasteland these past days. Do you know about them?" Mu Chen asked Lin Feng.
"I've heard a bit just now," Lin Feng replied.
"Mm. In three days, the people of the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress will descend upon the Qiu Clan to propose marriage. Additionally, the head of the Yang Clan will also go to offer congratulations. On that same day, Xuanyuan Potian will propose to the Yang Clan. It should be quite lively. Lin Feng, you've been missing for half a year. It's time to go out and move around a bit, join in the excitement."
The smile on Mu Chen's face carried a meaningful implication, much like the day he had told Lin Feng that Xue Biyao would enter the mortal world. Lin Feng's eyes flickered. This Senior Brother... was truly quite endearing.
"I'll have Chi'er and Ruoxie accompany you. As for the others, anyone who wants to go can join in the fun."
Hearing Mu Chen's words, everyone's eyes lit up with excitement, eager to try. With two senior brothers accompanying them, naturally no one could bully them.
"I'm off," Mu Chen turned and drifted away, but his voice still rolled back: "Do whatever you want. If something happens, the Heavenly Terrace will bear it."
"Thank you," Lin Feng watched Senior Brother's figure disappear, a warmth flowing through his heart. If something happens, the Heavenly Terrace will bear it!
PS: Thanks to 15518186381 and Xue Ba Dian Feng for the tips, but the flowers are actually slower than my updates! What kind of rhythm is this!