Chapter 1767: Within the Immortal Mountain
Lin Feng looked at the people Yun Qingyan had summoned and said indifferently, "Since Yun Qingyan said she was recruiting outer members, I agree. However, if anyone has no intention of joining Heavenly Terrace, or simply looks down on our sect, please leave on your own. You are not welcome here."
Heavenly Terrace was recruiting, but it sought quality, not quantity. If hearts were not united, what use were more people? They would lack any cohesion, and when trouble arose, they would scatter like loose sand. Even if their strength was great, what was the point?
"Those who share his attitude, please feel free to leave," Lin Feng said coldly, pointing at the young man who had been repelled by Wu. Immediately, murmurs spread through the crowd, and many turned and left.
"Forget it, I was just here to watch the excitement," someone said. In the blink of an eye, only a few remained from the dozens of people.
Seeing this, Yun Qingyan rolled her eyes and glared at Lin Feng. Recently, more people had been at War King Academy, and outsiders were starting to return. She had worked hard to gather this many people—she had never been this enthusiastic even when she founded her own Cloud Sect. But Lin Feng had driven them all away with just two sentences.
Lin Feng shrugged casually and said, "What use would I have for people like that in Heavenly Terrace?"
"You bastard! If you interacted with them a few more times, they would warm up to you," Yun Qingyan said in frustration. Then she turned to the remaining few and said, "You can go back for now. If there's work to do, I'll contact you."
"Alright," the few nodded, glancing at Lin Feng. They had joined Heavenly Terrace mainly because they saw its potential. In the future, when there were dangerous training missions, they could act together with others.
"Let's go for a walk," Lin Feng said with a slight smile to Qing Feng and the others, then stepped out of the courtyard.
As they strolled through War King Academy, Lin Feng noticed that the academy seemed more crowded than before. A puzzled expression crossed his face—he hadn't seen so many people walking around the academy before.
"Why has the academy become so lively?" Lin Feng murmured. Beside him, Qing Feng gave a faint smile. "How long have you been in seclusion? I haven't been in the academy long, but even I know that soon it will be War King Academy's decennial celebration. Everyone who has been training outside will return. I've heard that some old relics of the academy will also appear during the celebration, but I don't know the specifics."
"War King Academy has a celebration?" Lin Feng looked at Yun Qingyan. She had been in the academy longer and should know.
"Of course. War King Academy's decennial celebration is also the day the Heavenly King-Sealing List changes. Normally, many people on the list are outside and spend little time in the academy. But during this decennial celebration, they all return to see if anyone wants to move up the ranks. It's also a welcome for new students who joined in the past decade, to test their progress. This is a rare opportunity. Usually, only those on the Heavenly King-Sealing List can enter the academy's Immortal Mountain, but during the celebration, with the old relics present, even those who catch their eye might get a chance."
Yun Qingyan looked at Lin Feng and smiled.
"Lin Feng." At that moment, someone nearby saw Lin Feng and murmured his name. Lin Feng turned his gaze to the person, who gave him a faint smile with a hint of strangeness.
"Is that the Lin Feng who clashed with Ji Wuyou?" Another person beside him also looked at Lin Feng and said in a low voice. Both of them were quite strong, at the Mid-rank Emperor level.
"Yes, he's an interesting one. During the entrance assessment, he had friction with Yuwen Jing and even killed Shang Jun's younger brother. But his strength is impressive—he's now third on the Hidden King List: Human List. What a pity," the two said as they walked past Lin Feng and the others, not bothering to hide their discussion.
"Indeed, it's a pity. The celebration is about to start, and Shang Jun will be back soon. He'll probably deal with him quickly. Even if Shang Jun doesn't act, Ji Wuyou and Yuwen Jing won't let him off," they said as they drifted away. Lin Feng raised an eyebrow slightly. During the assessment, he had killed Shang Yu, and now he knew that Shang Yu's elder brother, Shang Jun, was a formidable figure on the Hidden King List: Earth List.
"It seems you've stirred up quite a bit of trouble," Qing Feng said softly beside him.
"Maybe it's just that the forces in Holy City Central Continent are too intertwined and complex. You touch one person, and it drags in many others, leaving you no peace," Lin Feng said helplessly. It was the same with Shang Yu, Yuwen Jing, and Ji Wuyou—if he ever truly acted against him, there would be Ji Shang, who had the potential to be a king.
"That's natural. War King Academy is in Holy City Central Continent, and many of the major local powers have younger disciples in the academy. If you touch one, you often provoke many others," Qing Feng nodded. Given Lin Feng's current talent and strength, the people he dealt with were stronger, so it was inevitable that he would clash with formidable figures.
"I understand." Lin Feng fully agreed with Qing Feng. Unless he lived in isolation, he would inevitably have to fight others. And the people they now encountered often had extraordinary backgrounds. It wasn't just him—everyone on the path of martial arts was the same. The geniuses of the ancient clans also clashed with each other, as he had experienced in Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital.
"Lin Feng, where are you going?" Yun Qingyan asked.
"No particular destination. I've been in seclusion too long and feel stifled, so I came out for a walk," Lin Feng said casually.
"Perfect, I'll take you somewhere," Yun Qingyan said with a smile, grabbing Lin Feng's sleeve. Her figure suddenly flickered, and she said, "Let your senior sister show you the world."
Lin Feng was used to Yun Qingyan calling herself senior sister. The group quickened their pace and flickered forward. After a while, Lin Feng realized that Yun Qingyan had brought them to the Immortal Mountain area. Ahead, misty clouds swirled, giving a hazy, dreamlike feel. Within the misty mountain, it seemed that immortal palaces stood tall.
"Where are you taking me?" Lin Feng's expression tightened slightly as he looked at Yun Qingyan in surprise. Wasn't this Immortal Mountain area off-limits?
"I told you, I'm taking you to see the world," Yun Qingyan said with a playful laugh, continuing toward the misty mountain.
"Didn't they say only those on the Heavenly King-Sealing List could enter this area?" Lin Feng followed, curious.
"Who said that? They just don't understand this area. There's a mountain beyond the mountain in this Immortal Mountain—I can't enter that. But as for this Immortal Mountain area, others can't get in, but I can take you to have a look," Yun Qingyan said with a slight smile. The group moved forward, and soon they truly stepped into the swirling mist. Lin Feng saw a heavenly gate ahead, where two old men were sitting, playing chess with great interest.
"Grandpas," Yun Qingyan called out as she walked up. The two old men turned around and smiled when they saw her. "Qingyan, you're here. And you brought people? Don't you know this place isn't for casual entry?"
"Grandpas, they're all my good friends. I'm taking them to my home for a visit. Don't stop me," Yun Qingyan said, stepping forward and shaking one old man's arm, acting spoiled.
"Alright, alright, you little girl. This old man still wants to play chess. Go on," the old man said with a wry smile, waving his hand.
"Thank you, grandpas," Yun Qingyan said, jumping up. She winked at Lin Feng and the others, then stepped through the heavenly gate.
"It seems Yun Qingyan's identity isn't simple," Lin Feng thought to himself as he followed. She said she was taking them to her home? Was this girl actually an insider at War King Academy?
After Lin Feng and the others left, the two old men continued playing chess. One of them said, "His eyes contain solar fire, he's unruly and wild, and his demonic aura leaks out, carrying the power of solar law. That girl has befriended a Three-Legged Golden Crow."
The other old man smiled and placed a piece, saying, "And a young Suanni."
"That girl is somewhat mysterious. But the strongest one should be the young man at the front. There seems to be something inside him. Although his aura is restrained, he still gives off a feeling of being a drawn sword, ready to kill with a sharp, domineering edge."
The two chatted as they played, analyzing the group thoroughly. Their insight was sharp.
Within the misty Immortal Mountain stood many immortal palaces. Yun Qingyan led Lin Feng and the others as they flickered forward, stepping into an elegant palace. Inside the courtyard, two people were practicing swordplay. Their swords carried no aura, no power, yet their movements felt natural and flawless. As the swords swept through the air, they left clear traces in the space, causing Lin Feng's pupils to contract slightly.
This sword intent could kill without needing any power.
The two were a middle-aged man and woman. The man was elegant and refined, the woman noble and beautiful—a rare, perfect couple.
"My precious daughter is back," the middle-aged man and woman said, slowly lowering their swords. Their eyes fell on Yun Qingyan, filled with affection.
"Mm, I missed you. I also brought some friends to see you," Yun Qingyan said with a smile, stepping forward to take her parents' arms. Lin Feng finally understood—Yun Qingyan was indeed the child of War King Academy members. This couple was enviable.
Yun Qingyan's parents glanced at Lin Feng and the others. Their eyes held a sharp edge, and Lin Feng felt his own aura stir as if it might be exposed. He trembled inwardly—Yun Qingyan's parents must be terrifyingly strong.
PS: Continuing to make up for missed updates tomorrow and the day after. It's the last two days, brothers, don't hold back your flowers!