5: I don't want to wait too long.

Outside the Hall of Enforcement, the Elders and Disciples bowed in respect as Saint Lu Yi arrived in person.

Lu Yi remained indifferent, ignoring everyone's reactions as he walked straight into the hall.

Lin Qingxuan followed closely behind him, her heart filled with complex emotions.

Not long ago, she had been harshly rebuked here by the Law Enforcement Elder.

But now, following Lu Yi, everyone was being extremely respectful to her.

The stark contrast in her situation left her in a daze, giving her a deeper understanding of Lu Yi's status within the Holy Land.

As the two entered the main hall one after the other, the Law Enforcement Elder—who had previously been so harsh toward Lin Qingxuan—immediately came forward to greet them, his Face beaming with a respectful smile.

"I did not know the Saint was coming. Please forgive me for not welcoming you sooner."

Lu Yi ignored him, simply stopping and looking calmly ahead as if he hadn't seen the Law Enforcement Elder at all.

He didn't say anything extra, but this very silence made the atmosphere in the hall turn heavy.

Fine beads of sweat formed on the Law Enforcement Elder's forehead; without the Saint speaking, he didn't dare to speculate and could only wait while bowing.

After a long silence, Lu Yi finally spoke slowly, his voice devoid of any emotion.

"Lin Tian offended the Hall of Enforcement and insulted an Elder. According to the rules, how should he be punished?"

The Law Enforcement Elder's heart skipped a beat as he quickly replied.

"According to the Holy Land's rules, he should be imprisoned in the Netherworld Water Prison for ten days as a warning to others."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yi responded flatly.

"Rules are rigid, but people are flexible. Why doesn't the Elder give me some Face today and let him go?"

The words were spoken casually, yet they carried an air that brooked no refusal.

A look of difficulty appeared on the Law Enforcement Elder's Face as he glanced at Lin Qingxuan, who stood with her head bowed beside Lu Yi, before saying hesitantly.

"Your Highness, this... I'm afraid it's against the rules. Lin Tian offended the Hall of Enforcement and insulted me in public. If we let him go so easily, it would truly damage the authority of my Hall of Enforcement..."

The corners of Lu Yi's mouth curled into a meaningful smile, but his gaze turned icy.

"So, are you saying my Face isn't big enough?"

"No, no, no! I would never mean that!"

The Law Enforcement Elder felt his heart race under Lu Yi's gaze and waved his hands frantically.

"Your Highness's Face is naturally greater than the heavens. But... sigh, very well! Since you have personally spoken, I shall naturally comply. I will send someone to take you to collect him right away."

The Law Enforcement Elder's "compromise" seemed perfectly natural, as if he were truly forced into it by Lu Yi's power.

He then turned and personally assigned someone to lead the way, guiding Lu Yi and Lin Qingxuan toward the dungeon where Lin Tian was held.

The entrance to the dungeon was somewhat eerie, permeated with a damp and decaying scent.

As they went deeper, the light grew dimmer, and coupled with the flickering torches on the stone walls, it felt quite unsettling.

Following Lu Yi, Lin Qingxuan felt as if the cold energy in the dungeon could seep into her marrow; despite her Pure Spirit Physique, she couldn't help but shiver.

However, her heart felt slightly more at ease; it was indeed right to rescue her brother early.

Just after Lu Yi and Lin Qingxuan's figures disappeared around the corner of the dungeon entrance.

A hot and slender figure silently appeared beside the Law Enforcement Elder.

"Good performance."

Ling'er's voice held a hint of playfulness.

Hearing her, the Law Enforcement Elder turned around, the troubled expression from before completely gone.

Replaced by a Face full of flattery and respect, he bowed to Ling'er.

"Miss Ling'er flatters me. I was merely following the Saint's orders. I wonder if the Saint is satisfied with my performance?"

"Master is very satisfied."

Ling'er nodded and said calmly.

"Regarding your previous application to be transferred to the Pill Hall as a Vice Hall Master, the Saint has already given the order. Just wait patiently for the transfer command."

Hearing this news, the Law Enforcement Elder was overjoyed and excitedly cupped his hands.

"Thank you for the Saint's cultivation! Thank you for the Saint's cultivation! From now on, if there are any assignments, I will surely go through fire and water without hesitation!"

It turned out that from the very beginning, the Law Enforcement Elder's difficulties and hints toward Lin Qingxuan were all instructed by Lu Yi.

There was only one goal: to drive her into a corner and then gradually lead her to him... At the deepest part of the dungeon was the Netherworld Water Prison.

The cold energy here was bone-chilling, and wisps of nether qi continuously rose from the black pool, eroding the bodies and Divine Souls of the prisoners within.

Lin Tian was currently bound by chains to a small stone platform in the center of the water prison, enduring the erosion of the nether qi.

The injuries he sustained yesterday had already healed due to the previous Medicinal Pill, but his Face was still frighteningly pale.

When he saw Lin Qingxuan's figure appear outside the cell door, a light of surprise burst from his eyes.

"Qing Xuan! Why are you here?"

He struggled to stand up, looking at his sister excitedly.

However, when he saw Lu Yi right beside her, his joy instantly froze, replaced by a towering rage.

For some reason, ever since coming to the Holy Land, Lin Tian had no good feelings toward Lu Yi, even feeling some disgust.

His previous insolence in front of Lu Yi's followers was also out of his dislike for Lu Yi.

And he blamed all of his miserable experiences over the past few days on Lu Yi.

The long-accumulated resentment, catalyzed by the medicinal power that had yet to dissipate in his body, made him lose his reason in a daze.

"Lu Yi!"

Lin Tian's eyes were blood-red as he glared at Lu Yi, growling through gritted teeth.

"It's all because of you! What are you doing here? Did you come specifically to mock me?!"

His voice echoed in the empty dungeon, filled with anger and hatred.

Faced with Lin Tian's angry shouting, a perfectly timed look of surprise appeared on Lu Yi's Face, as if he completely didn't understand why the other party had such great hostility.

He didn't even give Lin Tian another look, merely tilting his head slightly and speaking to Lin Qingxuan in a confused and innocent tone.

"Your brother seems to have quite a deep prejudice against me."

These light words were like a needle piercing into Lin Qingxuan's heart.

She looked at her brother's Face, twisted in rage, and felt Lu Yi's playful gaze beside her.

For a moment, she didn't know how to respond.

Lu Yi admired Lin Qingxuan's embarrassed expression, then took a step back and smiled politely.

"I was just passing by. I won't disturb your sibling reunion. The Restriction will be lifted shortly; you may leave on your own."

After saying this, he turned around, making a move to leave.

Lin Qingxuan's heart tightened, and she instinctively wanted to say something to explain for her brother, but she didn't know where to start.

As Lu Yi reached the corner of the dungeon, his footsteps suddenly stopped.

He tilted his Face slightly and left a sentence in a volume only Lin Qingxuan could hear.

"Don't forget the deal between us. I hope not to wait too long, otherwise, I'll have to charge interest!"

As soon as the words fell, Lu Yi stayed no longer, disappearing into the corridor he came from without looking back.

Only the bone-chilling netherworld cold energy remained in the dungeon, along with Lin Qingxuan, who stood dazed and stiff.

She looked at her brother, who was still glaring in the direction Lu Yi had left after the Restriction was released, her mind filled with confusion.

She didn't understand why her brother had such great hostility toward the Saint.