Chapter 3: Yunlai Sword Sect

Faced with a clearly hostile ninth-level swordsman, Qin Tianji, whose mental capacity was severely restricted, wished he could immediately extricate himself from this situation

Qin Yuyan let out a light hum, just as she was about to speak, she heard Qi Lingyun's voice coming from the courtyard: "I wonder what brings you here, esteemed guests."

Is it not the right time to come

Feeling that her own temperament had been diffused, the young girl in white did not strike again. Qi Lingyun was severely injured, and it was evident to any discerning observer that she would not stoop to quarreling with someone in such a weakened state

A few words drew the attention of the middle-aged man and the two young girls entirely to Qin Tianji.

The founding ancestor of the Yunxiao Sword Sect -- the personal sword of the Sword Master Qin Donglai, a spiritual sword of high rank, not only serves as the token of the sect leader but also symbolizes the spirit of the Yunlai Sword Sect. The entire sect holds the Yunxiao Sword in great reverence, with dedicated personnel to honor it, treating it as a divine object

The Yunlai Sword Sect occupies a vast area, with various buildings spread across the entire 100,000 square meters of Yunhai Peak. The courtyard where Qin Tianji resides is located on the mountainside, close to the peak. Standing in an open area and looking down the mountain, one can see numerous courtyards, pavilions, and residences, all arranged in an orderly manner along the mountainside, capable of accommodating more than 5,000 people.

The language has already issued an eviction order.

Indeed, a bet must be honored. Regardless, the fact remains that you lost, and therefore you should fulfill the wager and hand over the Cloud Sky Sword

Qin Yuyan glanced at Qin Tianji, a faint sigh rising from the depths of her heart, yet she still stepped forward and said in a solemn voice: "The master is unwell and unable to meet guests. What teachings do the three of you have for me?"

The young woman in white beside her, however, immediately turned her gaze upon her the moment she drew her sword, and reproached her in a somewhat stern tone: "If you cannot control your emotions like this, have you forgotten how your master taught you in the beginning"

Master, how did you come out

However, before Qin Yuyan could gather her momentum to prepare for a counterattack, Qi Lingyun, concerned that she might not withstand the pressure of the sword intent, stepped in between the two. The balanced and harmonious sword intent he had cultivated as an eighth-level swordsman immediately suppressed and neutralized the momentum of the girl in white, who had not yet exerted her full strength, and further prevented her from launching another counterattack: "Alright, regardless of the circumstances, the three of you are guests at my Yunlai Sword Sect. Please, come in and rest for a while. Yuyan, go prepare some tea to entertain our guests."

In a flat area in front of the courtyard, a middle-aged man was confronting two young girls and Qin Yuyan, whom Qin Tianji had met earlier.

Qin Tianji's eyes suddenly focused

Although she is an honorary figure, there is no hint of blame in her words

A flicker of anger flashed across Qingxi's pure white face. As the direct disciple of the esteemed Xuánlíng Sect's master swordsman, wherever she went, others had to heed her expression, fearing that any inappropriate words might offend the Xuánlíng Sect and bring disaster upon themselves. When had anyone dared to contradict her like this? It was as if they did not regard her at all

Hehe, how is my disciple? Qi Lingyun is well aware, at least much better in character than certain others

When Qin and Tushutianji arrived at the main courtyard, they found that the atmosphere here was far from harmonious

There is no need to go in; we have come today to have you fulfill your promise

"Alright." The woman in white waved her hand, interrupting Qingxi's words. Her gaze lightly swept over Qin Yuyan. Perhaps due to her long-standing high position, her tone naturally carried an air of command as she said, "Qin Yuyan? Go tell your teacher Qi Lingyun that if he does not want to be seen as a deceitful person, he should come out as soon as possible"

You ... ...

It is likely to be less than three hundred

At this moment, the person from the Xuanling Sect actually stated that he would hand over the Yunxiao Sword, which symbolizes the token of the Yunlai Sword Sect's leader, no wonder his expression is so grim

Number 2, has it been calculated yet

However, although there are still some people, they seem quite sparse compared to the numerous buildings that can accommodate three to four thousand individuals. Even without personally entering the architectural complex of the Yunlai Sword Sect, the atmosphere of emptiness and desolation, where nine out of ten rooms are vacant, still comes rushing at one.

This woman is so unreasonable that, despite Qin Yuyan's good upbringing, her expression quickly turned cold, and she spoke in an unfriendly tone: "I kindly ask this young lady to speak with more respect. Our Yunlai Sword Sect does not require guidance from others regarding our rise or fall. If the three of you have nothing else, then we shall not see you off."

After a brief contemplation, Qin Tianji had already proceeded towards the main courtyard at the center of the mountain gate of the Yunlai Sword Sect

Hmm?

"I didn't expect you to have some discernment." Qingxi glanced at Qi Lingyun a few times and noticed his completely ruined physical condition. She disdainfully curled her lips and said, "You are Qi Lingyun? Is that all there is to you? With such meager strength, you dare to boast in front of our Xuanling Sect? You deserve to be beaten to death."

The woman in white immediately said in a calm voice: "Qingxi Junior Sister, do not be disrespectful"

The glory of the Yunlai Sword Sect did not evoke much feeling in his heart; to him, this sect was merely a temporary stop on his journey to the pinnacle.

Qingxi was once again subtly mocked by Qi Lingyun, and a hint of anger had already appeared on her fair face. Just as she was about to say something, she was glared back at by the woman in white.

Xuanling Sect

With a sharp shout, the sword was instantly drawn from its sheath

"Major matters in the sect?" Qingxi cast a glance at the Yunlai Sword Sect, which was tranquil and lacked much lively atmosphere, her tone carrying a hint of cold pity: "You are on the verge of becoming an insignificant sect; what major matters could you possibly have left?"

Level 7

Although I cannot make decisions on major matters in some doors, when it comes to minor issues...

In some large courtyards, one can still see many individuals practicing swordsmanship and training their physical fitness under the guidance of martial arts instructors

However, his silence led the two young girls to clearly look down upon him, as if they felt that conversing with him would be a degradation of their status. The girl in yellow boldly said, "What about Qi Lingyun? Why haven't we seen him come out? Now, in your Yunlai Sword Sect, there is only Qi Lingyun left; let him come out and speak with us"

Young Master, you should go take a look; these people are simply going too far

As for making the girl in the yellow dress apologize for what she just said, that is simply out of the question

Ning Xuewei ? Gu Wushuang ?

Qingxi

And - Diagram - Book `` Calculation results, three objectives, Objective One Qingxi, Danger Level, Level Four, Objective Two Danger Level, Level Six, Objective Three, Danger Level, Level Seven ! ''

The girl named Qingxi quickly waved her hand, as if shooing away a fly, and impatiently said: "You? Do you have the qualifications to make decisions? Hurry and call Qi Lingyun out."

The middle-aged man behind the two women is actually a ninth-level swordsman

Qin Tianji had not yet finished his greetings when one of the two young girls, dressed in yellow, immediately smiled lightly and said: "You are Qin Tianji? The one who rejected Ning Xuewei three years ago, and as a result, was crippled by Ning Xuewei's admirer, Gu Wushuang, the foremost disciple of the Yunlai Sword Sect?"

The memories inherited by Qin Tianji are too few, and there is no relevant information about these two individuals within them

Setting aside those who are homeless or fear losing their jobs, the true disciples... should number no more than a hundred

Senior sister ... ...

Cloud Sword

Qin Tianji, who sought to protect himself and only wished to utilize the resources of the Yunlai Sword Sect to cultivate to the level of a Great Swordsman, intended to retreat temporarily. However, as soon as he appeared outside the courtyard, a girl of about fifteen or sixteen years old exclaimed: "The Young Sect Master has arrived, the Young Sect Master is coming out"

This is also due to the inclusion of servants, maids, and other subordinates

Qin Tianji glanced over and, based on the aura of the people from the sect, estimated the total number of individuals in the sect

This woman has insulted me repeatedly, and Qin Yuyan, who has long harbored resentment, can no longer contain herself. Her beautiful face is cold and fierce as she says: "Enough, do not speak disrespectfully of my master!"

Qin Yuyan's mind immediately recalled the scene of the Qilingyun being severely injured by the Great Swordsman Qingxuan, who was indeed one of the eight Great Swordsmen of the Xuanling Sect

In my memory, there are records related to the Yunlai Sword Sect. This sect was established by Master Yunlai one hundred and sixty years ago and at its peak, it once reached the ranks of first-class sects, boasting six thousand disciples. Although it has experienced some decline over the past century, it has remained in the fluctuating stage of a second-class sect, with over two thousand disciples currently.

Upon seeing Qi Lingyun emerge, Qingxi unexpectedly spoke in a tone of reprimand: "Hmph, Qi Lingyun, look at your well-taught disciple, so arrogant and disrespectful, what kind of demeanor is this"

Danger Level 7

Upon being reminded by the young girl, Qi Lingyun's expression changed instantly: "The bet from last time?"

Qin Yuyan felt a sudden stagnation in the faint internal energy circulating within her body, as if it had been abruptly interrupted by an invisible force, causing her breathing to become somewhat disordered

Upon her utterance, not only did Qin Yuyan frown, but even another young woman in white who had accompanied her also furrowed her brow

Among the few people, Qin Tianji, who seemed to have been overlooked, had beads of fine sweat covering his forehead

Qi Lingyun waved his hand, pushing away Qin Yuyan, who was coming to assist him, signaling that he was fine. However, when he clearly saw the attire of the two women, his expression changed drastically: "You, you are members of the Xuanling Sect!"

In the presence of many eyes, Qin Tianji wished to withdraw, but it was already too late. He could only step forward and clasp his hands, saying: "I am Qin Tianji from the Yunlai Sword Sect. May I ask who the three of you are..."

The young woman in white beside Qingxi cast a fleeting glance at Qin Yuyan, her aura as an eighth-level master subtly restrained. A faint pressure from her sword, intangible and formless, had already enveloped Qin Yuyan.

Do you dare to be insolent in front of me