Chapter 1630: Reunion with Tuoba Yan
"What is he trying to do now?"
Ling Feng was swept away by the spatial passage. On one hand, he was astonished by Elder Gui's unfathomable methods. On the other, he had no idea what kind of trick the old man was playing on him.
After learning about Elder Gui's true nature, Ling Feng could not help but worry that the old man might toss him straight into a female disciples' bath. If that happened, his reputation would be completely ruined.
Fortunately, this did not seem to be a bathhouse.
He looked around. The place resembled a quiet cultivation chamber.
Rumble!
A stone door slowly rose before him. At once, a thick white mist carrying a chilling aura poured out like drifting immortal vapor.
Within the hazy mist, the figure of a graceful woman appeared, her form faint and elusive.
Her outline was soft and alluring, yet also carried the freshness of youth.
The white mist wrapped around her, bringing with it a familiar fragrance that lingered in the air.
A delicate foot stepped out from the chamber, light as a lotus, trailing faint moisture. In the next moment, a breathtakingly beautiful woman revealed herself.
Ling Feng's pupils shrank. He could not help but exclaim, "It is you. Yan'er!"
The woman before him was none other than Tuoba Yan.
Back then, the two of them had entered the Dongling Immortal Pool together. After Tuoba Yan was taken into the Illusory Moon Divine Hall, however, they had hardly seen each other again.
Because of Saint Lady Hui Yue, she could not leave the hall freely and could only bury herself in cultivation day after day.
Ling Feng took a closer look and felt a trace of shock.
In less than a year, Tuoba Yan had overtaken him in cultivation speed and reached the Extreme Third Stage Human Emperor.
It was obvious that Saint Lady Hui Yue had invested a great deal of effort into her training.
Most likely, she intended for Tuoba Yan to represent the Illusory Moon Divine Hall in the upcoming Sunset Heaven Selection.
With guidance from a powerhouse like Saint Lady Hui Yue, along with her own Profound Yin Physique, Tuoba Yan's strength had undergone a tremendous transformation. Even Ling Feng could not help but see her in a new light.
"Ling... Ling Feng!"
The moment she saw him, Tuoba Yan froze. For an instant, she even thought she was dreaming.
This was a secluded cultivation chamber deep within the Illusory Moon Divine Hall. How could Ling Feng possibly appear here?
She rubbed her eyes hard, convinced that she had imagined him out of longing.
"Long time no see."
Ling Feng was genuinely happy to see her again. Thinking of Elder Gui's knowing smile when he sent him here, it was clear the old man had done this on purpose.
Still, Ling Feng was never good with emotions. After saying those simple words, he fell silent, scratching the back of his head awkwardly. The atmosphere quickly grew stiff.
"Ling Feng!"
At that moment, a cold voice echoed from within the chamber.
Ling Feng did not even need to look to know who it was.
The only person who could appear here and treat him with such hostility was Saint Lady Hui Yue.
"Disciple greets Hall Master Hui Yue."
Ling Feng rolled his eyes slightly but still cupped his fists in greeting.
"You wretched boy. How did you get in here?"
Saint Lady Hui Yue glared at him angrily. Although her opinion of him had improved somewhat, it did not mean she would tolerate him appearing inside the Illusory Moon Divine Hall, let alone in her private cultivation chamber.
"If I say I was thrown in here, would you believe me?"
Ling Feng gave a helpless shrug. Elder Gui had clearly set him up. Running into Tuoba Yan was one thing, but Saint Lady Hui Yue being here as well made things far worse.
Even though his strength had increased greatly, he still had no intention of provoking someone who had one foot in the Half-Saint realm.
If she lost her temper and struck him, he could forget about participating in the Sunset Heaven Selection.
As he spoke, his gaze shifted unintentionally, and he caught sight of something he should not have.
Perhaps because she never expected a man to appear here, Saint Lady Hui Yue's clothing was thin and almost transparent. With just a glance, the full curve of her chest was laid bare before him.
Only then did Ling Feng realize just how striking her figure was.
He sniffed lightly and quickly turned his head away.
Noticing his strange expression, Saint Lady Hui Yue looked down at herself. Her face instantly flushed red.
"You bastard!"
Her cheeks burned with anger and embarrassment.
She cultivated the power of the cold moon. When circulating her technique, she naturally wore lighter garments to prevent heat from building up within her body.
How could she have imagined that Ling Feng would suddenly appear here?
"I will kill you!"
A thin veil of mist gathered around her, concealing her figure. She glared at Ling Feng, teeth clenched.
"Choose how you want to die."
At once, Tuoba Yan stepped in front of Ling Feng and grabbed her master's hand.
"Master, Ling Feng did not mean any offense. Please be magnanimous and spare him."
"Hmph."
Saint Lady Hui Yue had not truly intended to kill him. With Tuoba Yan pleading for him, she found a reason to step back.
She cast Ling Feng a cold glance.
"For Yan'er's sake, I will spare your life. Why are you still standing there? Get out. Disappear from my sight within ten breaths."
"Thank you, Master. Thank you!"
Tuoba Yan quickly expressed her gratitude. At the same time, she felt a little puzzled. Her master seemed unusually lenient this time.
The last time Ling Feng had stepped into the Illusory Moon Divine Hall, he had nearly been crippled.
This time was far worse, yet he was let off so easily.
What she did not know was that Ling Feng had saved Saint Lady Hui Yue's life more than once. Without that, even ten lives would not have been enough for him.
"Yan'er, we will meet again at the Sunset Heaven Selection."
Ling Feng glanced at her. After half a year apart, she seemed a little thinner. Still, training under Saint Lady Hui Yue had given her a similar refined aura.
"Mm."
Tuoba Yan nodded firmly, her eyes filled with reluctance as she looked at him.
Saint Lady Hui Yue observed everything and understood that her disciple had already fallen deeply for Ling Feng.
She sighed inwardly.
Perhaps it was because she now saw Ling Feng in a different light and recognized his extraordinary talent. Perhaps it was because she had grown attached to Tuoba Yan over the past year and could not bring herself to be too harsh.
With a soft snort, she spoke again.
"Enough. Yan'er, you have been in seclusion for a long time. Consider today a break. Whoever you wish to go out with is your own choice."
With that, she flicked her sleeve and turned to leave.
Tuoba Yan watched her retreating figure, gratitude shining in her eyes. She pressed her lips together softly.
"Thank you, Master."
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