“It’s good to have gains and improvements, but you still need to be cautious. I really don’t want you to face any mishaps,” the Fire Cloud Emperor said.
His insistence on escorting Lin Yun was purely to ensure his safety, especially given the demon race’s repeated assassination attempts. His concern was understandable.
“I understand Master’s good intentions,” Lin Yun replied.
“By the way, my disciple, how did the talks with the West Sea Dragon Palace about an alliance go?” the Fire Cloud Emperor asked with concern.
This matter was crucial for the human race, so his keen interest was no surprise.
“It’ll take some time, but I believe when the timing is right, it will definitely succeed!” Lin Yun said with a smile.
After learning that the Little Green Dragon had received the Dragon Emperor’s inheritance, Lin Yun hadn’t pushed the alliance matter further.
The reason was simple: once the Little Green Dragon revealed his inheritance and used the Dragon Emperor’s command, promoting the alliance would be much easier.
For now, they needed to wait for the right moment.
“Yes, this is indeed a difficult matter and will take time,” the Fire Cloud Emperor nodded.
“By the way, Master, I need an artifact that can alter the flow of cultivation time for personal use. Could you help me find one?” Lin Yun asked.
“Actually, such time-altering spaces aren’t very appealing to immortals. After all, immortals have endless time and don’t lack for cultivation. Stretching time further would only make it more tedious,” the Fire Cloud Emperor said.
He then added, “But with the growing threat from the demon race, you do need more time to cultivate, so you can train longer before they launch a major attack.”
“Exactly, Master,” Lin Yun nodded.
“My disciple, our imperial clan has such a place. If you need it, you can go cultivate there,” the Fire Cloud Emperor said.
Lin Yun gave an awkward smile, “Master, I meant a portable one, not a fixed space.”
“Those are rare. Not because they’re particularly valuable, but because immortals rarely need them, so few immortal powerhouses bother crafting such treasures. Clans or forces that need them usually create a fixed space for many to cultivate in. But since you need one, I’ll help you look,” the Fire Cloud Emperor said.
Such items were indeed niche.
“Thank you, Master,” Lin Yun bowed.
“My disciple, there are only a few months left until the Heavenly God Ranking is finalized. Use this time to improve and aim for a good rank. You haven’t seriously competed for the ranking before, so this is your chance to make a strong push,” the Fire Cloud Emperor advised.
“I understand, Master. I won’t let you down,” Lin Yun said with a smile.
With that, Lin Yun took his leave.
Lin Residence.
Lin Yun quietly entered the courtyard of his residence.
There, he spotted his daughter, while the others were likely cultivating.
“Kexin,” Lin Yun called softly with a smile.
“Father, it’s really you!”
Hearing Lin Yun’s voice, Lin Kexin jumped up, her face beaming as she ran toward him.
“Kexin, you haven’t been slacking while I was away, have you?” Lin Yun asked with a smile.
Seeing his children always made him feel lighter, as if all the pressures from outside melted away in that moment.
“Father, of course not! With my current understanding of formations, I can already set up an array to return to our old home on Earth,” Lin Kexin said, her face glowing with a smile.
“Really? It seems your talent in formations is even better than I imagined,” Lin Yun said, smiling with pride.
“Father, it’s also about my hard work, you know,” Lin Kexin said, pouting playfully.
“Haha, you’re right. So, how should I reward you?” Lin Yun asked, still smiling.
“Father has always given me the best. I don’t need any rewards,” Lin Kexin said, sticking out her tongue with a playful grin.
Hearing this, Lin Yun felt even more comforted.
“By the way, Kexin, has your brother Lin Yi returned?” Lin Yun asked.
“No,” Lin Kexin shook her head.
“It seems he’s still out adventuring. I wonder how he’s doing,” Lin Yun said, gazing into the distance.
A parent always worries about their child far from home. Lin Yun, as a father, naturally wondered if Lin Yi was doing well and if everything was going smoothly.
As his own flesh and blood, only those who’ve become parents could understand this bond.
Still, Lin Yun believed Lin Yi was likely fine. If he faced serious trouble, he would send a signal.
“By the way, Father, one more thing. While you were away, Uncle Yang Wan attempted to break through to the Immortal Realm but failed. Fortunately, he didn’t perish and entered the Tribulation Realm,” Lin Kexin said.
“He’s in the Tribulation Realm?” Lin Yun was taken aback.
He sighed, “That guy Yang Wan should’ve waited for me to return before attempting to break through.”
Though Lin Yun said this, he knew deep down that whether he was present or not, the chances of failing the tribulation were extremely high.
This wasn’t specific to Yang Wan; it applied to all Tribulation Realm cultivators.
Lin Yun couldn’t change that.
Every ten thousand years, many cultivators reach the Tribulation Realm, but only a rare few achieve immortality. The rest either perish or linger in the Tribulation Realm before their lives eventually end.
Tribulation was something others could hardly help with. Even when Lin Yun faced his own tribulation, the Fire Cloud Emperor could do little; it was up to him alone.
“Where’s Yang Wan now?” Lin Yun asked.
“After failing his tribulation, Uncle Yang Wan returned to Dongyuan Prefecture. He’s likely in the prefecture city now,” Lin Kexin replied.
“Alright, I’ll visit Dongyuan Prefecture later to check on him,” Lin Yun said.
Back when Lin Yun was making his way in Dongyuan Prefecture, he relied on those old brothers. Though Yang Wan had surrendered to Lin Yun after a fight, he had contributed much to his cause.
After achieving immortality, Lin Yun had been busy with cultivation and other matters, leaving little time to reconnect with them, but he always provided them with ample resources.
“Father, the demon race is always targeting you. You shouldn’t wander around,” Lin Kexin said with concern.
She didn’t want Lin Yun to face any danger.
Her words gave Lin Yun pause.
They sparked a sudden, novel idea in his mind…
