Although both of them were at the third-level Void Refining Realm, they were over a hundred years older than Lin Yun and Mo Qing.
“Senior Sister Mo Qing, Lin Yun is no longer at the third-level Void Refining Realm. He has already stepped into the first-level Great Perfection Realm,” one of the junior disciples said.
“Lin Yun, you’ve stepped into the Great Perfection Realm? Congratulations!” Mo Qing’s eyes lit up as she looked at Lin Yun.
Naturally, Mo Qing was happy for Lin Yun’s breakthrough.
“Senior Sister, you flatter me,” Lin Yun replied with a smile.
“You’re too outstanding. No matter how hard I try, I can’t catch up to you,” Mo Qing said in a joking tone.
At this moment, the sect leader and Elder Mei Gu also emerged from their respective rooms.
“So it’s Mo Qing,” the sect leader said as he approached.
“Greetings, Sect Leader. Greetings, Elder Mei Gu,” Mo Qing immediately bowed to them.
“Sect Leader, Elder Mei Gu, Mo Qing has also reached the third-level Void Refining Realm,” Lin Yun said with a smile.
“Oh? Mo Qing has reached the third-level Void Refining Realm?”
The sect leader was surprised, then laughed. “Haha, our Heavenly Sword Sect has produced another monstrously talented disciple! Excellent! Excellent!”
Mo Qing was about the same age as Lin Yun. For her to reach the third-level Void Refining Realm at this age was, at least for the Heavenly Sword Sect, absolutely considered a monstrous talent. Naturally, the sect leader was overjoyed and repeatedly praised her.
Elder Mei Gu also said excitedly, “Mo Qing and Lin Yun are from the same batch of disciples. To have two monstrous talents emerge from the same batch is truly remarkable. With these two talented disciples joining forces, the future of our Heavenly Sword Sect is bright!”
The sect leader looked at Lin Yun, then at Mo Qing, and smiled. “Lin Yun, Mo Qing, I actually think the two of you are quite well-matched. In cultivation, the four essentials are wealth, companionship, methods, and location. Among these, ‘companionship’ refers to a cultivation partner. To study alone without friends leads to narrow-mindedness.”
“When two powerful cultivators form a partnership, they can support and assist each other. During critical breakthroughs, a partner can help guard against disturbances. In times of danger, they can face challenges together. Moreover, having someone to accompany you during the lonely and tedious journey of cultivation is a great blessing. I think if the two of you were to form a partnership, it would be a great thing, beneficial to both of you!”
The sect leader’s words were very sincere.
However, both Lin Yun and Mo Qing’s faces turned slightly red…
Especially Mo Qing. Her heart was filled with anxiety. She hoped Lin Yun would agree but also feared he might reject her…
Just then, a commotion erupted at the staircase entrance.
“I’m here to see the Heavenly Sword Sect.”
“Princess, the Heavenly Sword Sect is upstairs. Please, this way.”
…
As the voices rang out, several figures ascended from downstairs.
Hearing the noise, Lin Yun looked up and saw Jin Yaor. She was accompanied by several guards and the old man at the Tribulation Transcendence Realm who had been by her side during the ruin exploration.
Compared to the last time when Jin Yaor dressed simply, this time she was adorned in luxurious attire, resembling a little fairy.
“Lin Yun!”
When Jin Yaor saw Lin Yun, she immediately flashed a cute smile and strode over.
“Lin Yun, who is this?” The sect leader was somewhat surprised. The sect leader had little interaction with the Star Martial Imperial Family and naturally didn’t recognize Jin Yaor.
The other members of the Heavenly Sword Sect also looked at Jin Yaor in surprise.
“This is the daughter of the Star Martial Emperor, named Jin Yaor. We met during the last ruin exploration,” Lin Yun explained.
“The daughter of the Star Martial Emperor? A royal princess?” Everyone was shocked.
Even the Heavenly Sword Sect’s leader was visibly surprised. Such a status was enough to make even the sect leader wary.
The princess was accompanied by a Tribulation Transcendence Realm expert as a bodyguard.
In contrast, the Heavenly Sword Sect only had one Tribulation Transcendence Realm expert. This was the gap between them!
“Lin Yun, Senior Brother, you even have a connection with a royal princess? That’s incredible!” Zhi Jin whispered.
“Zhi Jin, don’t talk nonsense. It’s not like that!” Lin Yun said with a bitter smile.
Nearby, Mo Qing’s expression changed slightly upon hearing these words, her heart filled with mixed emotions…
In the blink of an eye, Jin Yaor arrived in front of Lin Yun.
“Jin Yaor, with your noble status, what brings you here?” Lin Yun asked her.
“I came here to personally explain something to you, to avoid any misunderstandings,” Jin Yaor said.
Jin Yaor stood proudly and continued, “The ten million spirit crystals from last time were sent by my father, not me. I wanted to explain this to you face-to-face so you wouldn’t think I’m an ungrateful person who would settle a debt with just ten million spirit crystals. I don’t want you to think I don’t keep my word.”
“So it was your father. I had already guessed as much,” Lin Yun said, his eyes flickering slightly.
“I told you I owe you a big favor, and it’s not something that can be resolved with money. That favor still stands. If you ever need my help, you can come to me anytime,” Jin Yaor said.
The sect leader and Elder Mei Gu, who were standing nearby, were shocked upon hearing this. A favor from Jin Yaor was undoubtedly of immense value!
After all, she was a royal princess.
“There’s no need. Since your father doesn’t want to have anything to do with me, I don’t want to force any connection with your royal family either. Consider the ten million spirit crystals as repayment for the favor. We’re even,” Lin Yun said indifferently.
“Hey, how can you be like this!”
Jin Yaor stomped her foot in frustration and stepped closer to Lin Yun. “My father is my father, and I am me! Do you know how many people would kill for a chance to get close to me? I’m offering you this opportunity, and you’re not even grateful?”
“Princess Jin Yaor, others are others, and I am me,” Lin Yun said calmly.
“You…” Jin Yaor pointed at Lin Yun with her slender finger, clearly annoyed.
“Princess, Lin Yun has made himself very clear. You are of noble status, please conduct yourself with dignity,” Mo Qing spoke up.
“Who are you? How dare you speak to me like that,” Jin Yaor said, turning to Mo Qing.
Lin Yun explained, “She is my senior sister.”
Jin Yaor looked Mo Qing up and down. “Senior sister? She’s quite beautiful and has the aura of a female cultivator. Lin Yun, you’re so protective of her, and she speaks up for you. It seems your relationship isn’t ordinary.”
“That’s none of your concern, Princess Jin Yaor,” Lin Yun said.
Jin Yaor walked up to Mo Qing, and the two women locked eyes.
“You can’t compare to me. Whether it’s strength or family background, you’re no match for me,” Jin Yaor said arrogantly, staring at Mo Qing.
“In terms of strength, we can compare,” Mo Qing replied coldly, not backing down.
