Shen Wuyin dipped his head briefly. His mind rummaged through Yun Li’s memories searching for a possible connection Yun Li might have with the old man.But found none.The old man glanced at the dead bodies of the brothers briefly, before returning his gaze to Shen Wuyin.“Your combat skills are impressive.” The old man said, a small smile pressed on his lips.Shen Wuyin lifted a brow before tilting his head slightly.“Who are you?”“Oh, my bad.” The old man muttered. He took a step back, sun rays dazzled in his pupils. “I am Luo Yuyan, leader and founder of the Baiyun Sect.”A fragment of Yun Li’s memory flooded Shen Wuyin’s mind.The Baiyun Sect was one of the most formidable sects in the eastern region, acclaimed for their impeccable healing techniques and combat techniques. Unlike the Tiaxun Sect they weren’t feared, but their praises were sung like a mantra.Shen Wuyin stared at him for a few seconds. “What brings you to the Ashen Sky Clan?” He asked his voice firm.The old man's

The moon rested over the horizon, casting silver rays over the valley.Men and women gathered from across the sect, their gazes locked on the Meet platform, made from palm wood and molten metal.Luo Yuyan sat on a wooden bench, with two high-level cultivators standing at his sides.On the platform stood Lin Xue, the Meet’s host.“Dao masters and ladies, welcome to the 13th Moon Blade Meet. For the first time in years, we have nearly twenty competitors, each possessing great techniques and combat skills,” Lin Xue announced.An outburst of cheers and applause rippled through the valley.“Unlike previous Meets, Sect Master Luo Yuyan pledges a winning prize of Gale-Step Boots, crafted from the hide of a Cloudwing Beast, and the Baiyun Spirit Blade Sword.”Gasps echoed faintly.“The Baiyun Spirit Blade Sword?”“Sect Master had previously denied access to it, and now he is giving it as a reward?”The villagers murmured amongst themselves.For decades, the Moon Blade Meet had been a traditio

Xie Ling’er slammed her hands together.WHOOSH!A heavy gush of wind tore from her hands, rippling through the valley.Ladies struggled to hold their gowns in place. Trees around them swayed in the rhythm of the wind.“That’s one heavy wind blast,” Lin Xue commented, squinting against the wind.Mo Yueli stood still, her dao robe swaying in accordance with the wind. “Interesting.” She scoffed and adjusted the collar of her robe.Shen Wuyin stood unwavering by the torrent, his expression unreadable.After a few seconds, the wind settled.Xie Ling’er grinned. “Princess, you asked for it.”With a single flick of her wrist, two metallic crimson hand fans materialized in her grip with a sharp click.Mo Yueli stepped forward. “Show me what you’ve got.” She raised her hand, and a sword appeared in her grip, purple gemstones embellishing the hilt.A smug smirk tugged at the corners of their lips.A thick film of qi swirled around the blade.“Okay, let’s go,” Lin Xue shrieked with excitement.X

Li Wei shot forward, his gaze fixed on Shen Wuyin. “You hurt me with that hit,” he hissed, swinging his battle axe.A sharp blue slash tore from the axe head, slicing through the air with a sizzling crack.A green barrier formed around Shen Wuyin, four layers thick, pausing Li Wei’s slash midair.“To get this over with.” Shen Wuyin moved with terrifying speed, too fast for Li Wei to see him coming.Meanwhile, Tan Su stood still, admiring Mo Yueli.“You are a pretty one.” He swept his gaze over her slowly. “Why do you want to get beaten?” he asked lazily.A sharp clash of green and blue lights erupted into the air, the intensity almost blinding.Mo Yueli and Tan Su stood at the other end of the platform, their gazes locked on each other as though no one else existed beside them.“Talking to me won’t make your defeat any less swift,” Mo Yueli said, tilting her head to the side.Tan Su lowered his gaze, a small smile curved on his lips.“Feisty. I like it.” He met her gaze again. A dimly

Shen Wuyin and twenty other men stood in the royal court, their combat robes well-fitted, with blue sacks in their hands.Before them stood Luo Yuyan, his hands clasped behind him.“Cultivators, as you already know, this hunt is beneficial for the sect and every individual present. The rules remain the same.” His voice rang across the courtyard.“Every retrieved item must be presented to the council on arrival. You all must work together no matter the dispute. Don’t attack any beast individually except directed by the head operator, which you guys will vote yourselves on entering the realm.Tent on safe grounds, not in open fields.”The cultivators nodded in unison.Shen Wuyin stood in the front row, his gaze locked on Luo Yuyan.“A spirit realm opening in the mortal realm?” He thought, squinting. “Then it really must be worth the haunt.” He lowered his gaze to his body. “This body still needs refining, and this realm opening might just be what it needs.”“You all can go now. The Xie