83: Chapter 83 Lin Xueyue's Enemies

Fortunately, Ji Taichang had entered the Nascent Soul Stage and possessed the Supreme Sword Bone to strengthen his body.

Only after a period of pleading did Ji Taichang let her go.

Lin Xueyue snuggled in Ji Taichang's arms, panting heavily, drenched in charming sweat, her bedroom eyes full of desire.

A moment later.

Lin Xueyue bit her lip and said in a low voice, "Xiao Chang, tomorrow... you and Yao Yao go to the capital to participate in the Alchemy Assembly finals. I... I'll go back to handle the Sect's affairs..."

"You're lying!"

Ji Taichang felt Lin Xueyue's heart, his brow furrowing as he instantly judged that Lin Xueyue was lying!

Lin Xueyue felt a bit guilty and said, "After all, the Qingyun Sect has just gone through so many changes. There are still many things in the Sect that need to be handled; it cannot be without a leader for a single day..."

Ji Taichang tilted Lin Xueyue's chin up, looking directly into her evasive eyes.

"Yue'er, you come from the capital, yet you are unwilling to mention your background and past, and you even resist returning to the capital."

"You definitely have something you're hiding from me!"

"What exactly happened when you were in the capital? Tell me, okay?"

Ji Taichang's concerned and serious gaze made Lin Xueyue's heart tremble, and a warm current welled up within her!

In all these years, this was the first time someone had been good to her wholeheartedly, caring for her and minding her!

"I..."

Lin Xueyue opened her mouth, but in the end, she just snuggled closer into Ji Taichang's arms and whispered through gritted teeth, "I have enemies in the capital. They are very, very strong. They even have several Nascent Soul Stage experts. They are one of the oldest and most terrifying forces in the Great Wu Dynasty..."

"So I cannot return to the capital, and I don't want to involve you in it."

"I no longer want revenge; I only want to live a peaceful and stable life with you in the Qingyun Sect..."

Lin Xueyue's words caused Ji Taichang's heart to tremble slightly.

He was both moved and warmed, but a trace of coldness also appeared in his eyes!

"How can one not seek vengeance when there is a grudge?"

Ji Taichang felt Lin Xueyue's heart and said seriously, "Yue'er, you saw it too. When I go all out, I can already stand my ground against the fifth level Nascent Soul Stage Luo Hongyi. Moreover, I have already gained insights into the Dao of the Nascent Soul Stage. It won't be long before I can achieve a Breakthrough. At that time, cutting down the Nascent Soul Stage will be as simple as eating and drinking!"

"I've said it before."

"I will help you take your revenge personally!"

Ji Taichang's words shook Lin Xueyue's heart once more, a warm current flowing through her entire body. She was incredibly moved and warmed, and the love in her eyes was almost overflowing.

Lin Xueyue wanted to say something more, but soon she was unable to speak; Ji Taichang used practical actions to prove his words.

...

In the early morning, Lin Xueyue dressed neatly and left Ji Taichang's room as stealthily as a thief to return to her own room.

"Good morning, Senior Ji."

"Good morning, Yao Yao (Sister Xueyue)."

Ji Taichang, Lin Xueyue, and Yang Yao met again, greeting each other with casual smiles as if nothing had happened.

Ji Taichang's expression was as usual.

However, Lin Xueyue and Yang Yao were somewhat guilty. After greeting him, they both averted their gazes simultaneously, not daring to look at each other.

Soon.

The Alchemists from all the Sects gathered together to board the Lanzhou Princes Mansion's Cloud Ship to head to the capital.

The Princes Mansion's Cloud Ship was fully a thousand feet long with dozens of floors, making it extremely spacious.

Moreover, the speed of the Cloud Ship was astonishing, comparable to a Golden Core Stage Ninth Level Peak expert flying at full speed!

Two and a half days passed in a flash.

The Cloud Ship crossed a vast and boundless distance, finally arriving at the capital of the Great Wu Dynasty.

A majestic mountain range crouched like a sleeping Dragon, guarding the capital.

In the middle was a vast and boundless plain, surrounded by countless towns like stars surrounding the moon. In the center stood a grand and majestic ancient city.

The city walls were high and magnificent, guarded by rows of elite sentries under strict security.

This was a place far more prosperous and bustling than Lanzhou City.

Although Yang Yao maintained a calm expression, her eyes still held a look of wonder as she couldn't help but carefully observe the capital.

Lin Xueyue, on the other hand, bit her lip halfway, her expression extremely complex, carrying a trace of deep-seated hatred!

The Alchemy Assembly finals were held at the Star-Plucking Platform in the capital.

The Star-Plucking Platform was located in the central area of the capital, over a thousand feet wide, paved with Profound Crystal Stones. Nine coiled Dragon stone pillars stood around it, grand and imposing, embedded with luminous pearls.

The area around the Star-Plucking Platform was similarly divided into a ceremony area, a viewing area, guest buildings, markets, and other zones.

The Lanzhou Princes Mansion's Cloud Ship landed at the guest building, arranging for the Alchemists to stay.

The Alchemy Assembly finals would only officially begin tomorrow, so Ji Taichang decided to take a stroll around the capital.

After all, he was already here.

"Great, great! Let's go shopping!"

Yang Yao was quite happy, skipping ahead. Her trembling large 'bowls' bounced along with her, making her look very lively and cute.

Lin Xueyue was initially a bit hesitant and resistant.

Ji Taichang saw that her mood was off, so he gently took her hand and whispered in her ear, "Don't worry, Yue'er. With me here, no one can bully you. If the sky falls, I'll hold it up!"

"Mm..."

A warm current welled up in Lin Xueyue's heart, and she broke into a smile.

The capital was extremely prosperous and bustling. The streets were very wide, enough for ten horse carriages to travel side by side. On both sides were rows upon rows of buildings with flying eaves and bracket sets, decorated with lanterns and streamers.

The crowds were like woven fabric, rubbing shoulders and heels.

There were Cultivators with steady auras walking slowly, wealthy children from the mortal world dressed in bright clothes with tinkling jade pendants, waving fans and chatting cheerfully, and also peddlers carrying poles and shouting their wares...

It was Yang Yao's first time in the capital, and her pretty face was full of curiosity and joy as she looked around.

"Sister Xueyue, Senior Ji, this Phantasmal Sound Snowcake is so delicious! You guys try some!"

Yang Yao soon ran over holding a bag of pastries, her rosy lips still stained with a few crumbs.

Lin Xueyue and Ji Taichang smiled and took a bite of the Snowcake from her hand.

Ji Taichang also casually wiped away the crumbs from the corner of Yang Yao's mouth.

This intimate gesture instantly made Yang Yao's face turn slightly red, and she glanced at Lin Xueyue with some guilt and nervousness.

Although Lin Xueyue noticed the movement, she didn't think much of it, assuming it was Ji Taichang's concern for Yang Yao as a nominal elder.

Yang Yao saw that Lin Xueyue hadn't noticed anything unusual and breathed a sigh of relief, then inconspicuously puffed out her cheeks and rolled her eyes at Ji Taichang.

This charming appearance made Ji Taichang feel playful, and he prepared to continue teasing her.

Yang Yao sensed Ji Taichang's intention, her heart rate immediately accelerating, and she quickly skipped ahead.

Seeing Yang Yao run far away, Ji Taichang put his arm around Lin Xueyue's waist.

"Don't... it won't be good if Yao Yao sees us."

Lin Xueyue was also a bit guilty, scolding, "If you want to touch, you can wait until we go back tonight..."

The corner of Ji Taichang's mouth curled up slightly: "I'm not listening!"

...

Ji Taichang took the two women strolling through the prosperous and bustling streets for a long time, enjoying a rare moment of leisure.

But while passing a magnificent pavilion, a group of richly dressed Young Masters walked out swaggeringly. Upon seeing them, Lin Xueyue's face suddenly darkened!