Lin Yun had long since mastered all five levels of Cang Xuan, and back when he cultivated it, the process had been remarkably swift and smooth.
Compared to the time when he had just achieved the fifth level, his physical body realm was now far higher.
Thus, Lin Yun planned to attempt developing a sixth level of Cang Xuan on his own.
In any case, he had already cultivated every aspect to its current limit. While waiting for the finals to begin, he had nothing else to do. He might as well give it a try. If it succeeded, that would naturally be excellent. Even if it failed, it would not matter.
Having made up his mind, Lin Yun directly entered the One Thought Bright Heart Tower.
Following the method used for cultivating the first five levels, Lin Yun began developing the sixth level of Cang Xuan.
However, just as he was about to start, a knock sounded at the door of his room.
Lin Yun exited the One Thought Bright Heart Tower, stood up, and opened the door.
Upon opening it, he saw An Yun standing there.
“Young master, there are two people at the gate wearing conical hats. They say they wish to see you. One of them says his name is Wu Shen.” An Yun said.
“Wu Shen? He has come? I will go to the gate to welcome him.”
With that, Lin Yun hurried straight to the main entrance of the residence.
Lin Yun recalled that before he had finished his training with Fei Ying Jin Jun and left, the latter had said he would follow this peak tournament and pay close attention to Lin Yun’s performance.
Lin Yun could not help wondering whether Fei Ying Jin Jun had come as well.
At the residence gate.
Lin Yun hurried over.
“Lin Yun!” Wu Shen removed his conical hat and greeted Lin Yun with a smile.
“Lin Yun, your performance has truly been surprising.” The man beside him, still wearing his hat, spoke.
From the voice alone, Lin Yun immediately recognised him as Fei Ying Jin Jun.
“You two, let us go inside. This is not the place to talk. Come in and we can chat properly.”
Lin Yun quickly ushered the pair into the residence and led them to the main hall.
In the main hall.
Fei Ying Jin Jun removed his conical hat.
“Lord Jin Jun, I truly did not expect you to visit in person. This is an immense honour.” Lin Yun said with a smile.
After all, Fei Ying Jin Jun had taught him sword techniques. Even though he was not formally his disciple, Lin Yun would still respect him as a master.
“Lin Yun, your display today left me utterly astonished. You are far stronger than I had anticipated. For a contestant from a non-top force to reach the finals is no easy feat. You have made this lord regard you in a completely new light!” Fei Ying Jin Jun exclaimed in admiration.
“Lord Jin Jun flatters me.” Lin Yun replied with a smile.
“By the way, regarding the retaliation from those three major forces led by the Heavenly Fire Divine Hall, how did your discussions with the Dao Alliance go?” Fei Ying Jin Jun asked.
Lin Yun’s expression dimmed as he shook his head. “The conditions offered by the Dao Alliance were that I must lose to Ji Gu in tomorrow’s finals, or join the Dao Alliance, in exchange for their protection. Neither of these is something I can accept.”
“Hmph, the Dao Alliance truly has no shame, resorting to such methods to seize the peak tournament championship!” Fei Ying Jin Jun snorted coldly.
Then he looked up and said, “Lin Yun, you were right not to agree to join the Dao Alliance. It is nothing more than a sanctimonious organisation.”
“Master, but without the Dao Alliance’s protection, what will Lin Yun do?” Wu Shen asked with concern.
After a moment of thought, Fei Ying Jin Jun said, “If the situation becomes critical, I can step in to help a little and assist you in escaping.”
“Lord Jin Jun, you have lived in seclusion all this time, presumably to avoid entanglements with various powers. If you act, you will inevitably expose yourself to the world. This… this will bring you unnecessary trouble. Moreover, facing other supremes alone, you would find it hard to fight them all. I do not wish to cause you such difficulties.” Lin Yun said earnestly.
He was naturally glad that Lord Jin Jun was willing to help, but he truly did not want to burden him.
Fei Ying Jin Jun laughed. “The life of a supreme is endless. I have already lived far too long. If I hide away and merely eke out an existence forever, what meaning is there in living? A person must do something meaningful. In you, I see another kind of hope for the human race! It is time to do something worthwhile.”
Lin Yun was stunned.
Indeed, when life could stretch on without end, one needed a reason to exist.
“Lin Yun, how confident are you of claiming the championship tomorrow?” Fei Ying Jin Jun asked.
“Ji Gu’s strength is considerable, and he has an origin artefact to bolster him. I dare not claim certainty. I can only say I will do my utmost.” Lin Yun said.
“To reach the finals without an origin artefact of your own is already a natural disadvantage of no small measure. Yet you have achieved this. Such strength truly commands admiration.” Fei Ying Jin Jun said in praise.
