I. The Arrival of the Sword Sect
As the snowstorm subsided, the last rays of the setting sun illuminated the ruins of Tianyuan Sacred Mountain, casting a long shadow over the wreckage and broken walls.
A group of figures clad in white descended from the sky, riding on swords through the air. Their robes billowed like immortal beings coming down to the mortal realm. When they landed, the air around them shimmered, and a faint chill filled the atmosphere, as though even the wind bent to their presence.
At the forefront was the woman Lin Ye had encountered a few times before—Xue Yao.
She wore a plain white gown, her beauty striking, her demeanor as cold as snow. Her autumn-like eyes fell upon the figure of Lin Ye, standing atop the mountain peak, and a complex mixture of emotions surfaced in her gaze: admiration, respect, and perhaps even a trace of unspoken affection.
"Lin Ye," she said in a soft voice, "Are you... well?"
Lin Ye stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his gaze shifting ever so slightly toward the visitors.
"I'm fine. But what brings you here all of a sudden?" he asked.
Xue Yao smiled lightly, then tilted her head slightly. "I did not come alone. These are the elders of the Sword Immortal Sect. We... have come to meet you."
II. A Gracious Invitation
Soon, several elders with profound auras appeared before Lin Ye. They did not carry the arrogance typical of their status, but rather displayed a sincere demeanor.
"Lin Ye, your feat of slaying the Blood Demon alone, destroying Tianyuan Sect, and saving countless lives has been a great blessing to our human race."
"The Sword Immortal Sect has always valued loyalty and righteousness. We wish to extend the highest honors, inviting you to join our sect as a distinguished guest—no restrictions, no binding rules."
"The Sect Master himself has personally written a letter, hoping to form an alliance and walk the righteous path together, to safeguard the world."
Xue Yao respectfully handed Lin Ye a letter sealed with the Sword Immortal Sect's crest. The words inside were sincere, and the tone so earnest that it was nearly impossible to refuse.
Lin Ye stood in silence for a moment, his heart a mix of conflicting thoughts.
He was no stranger to the ways of the world. This invitation was not just out of goodwill, but offered a potential support for the future. Given his current fame and the record of his accomplishments, if he wandered the world alone, he would likely become a target. The Sword Immortal Sect, however, might offer him a sanctuary—a place of refuge.
Furthermore, Xue Yao had once helped him during the secret war within Tianyuan Sect, and the debt had yet to be repaid.
He nodded slowly. "Then, I accept your offer."
III. Entering the Sword Immortal Sect
Several days later, Lin Ye arrived at the Sword Immortal Sect with Xue Yao and the elders.
The Sword Immortal Sect stood atop Mount Wanjian, shrouded in mist, with sword-shaped peaks reaching into the sky. The place was a towering fortress of power, its sword aura pervasive, like a divine palace in the heavens.
Lin Ye stood at the gates, feeling a slight tremor in the air around him. The spiritual energy here was rich beyond comparison, and the sword intent in the atmosphere seemed to resonate with the sword intent within his own body.
"Lin Ye," Xue Yao said with a smile, "I’ve arranged for you to have a secluded place for cultivation. No one will disturb you. You may rest and recover here, and whenever you wish to leave, you may do so at your convenience."
Lin Ye glanced at her and nodded. "Thank you."
Xue Yao smiled faintly. "There is no need to thank me. If you hadn’t slain the Blood Demon, the Sword Immortal Sect would have inevitably been swept up in those dark currents as well."
Lin Ye lowered his gaze slightly, but in his heart, he had already made a silent decision.
During this time, he would meditate and recover—not just to heal his wounds, but also to fully control the mutated powers brought by the reverse scale of his bloodline.
He knew this was just a temporary respite.
The true storm had yet to come.
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Lin Ye had found a momentary peace within the Sword Immortal Sect, but he knew that the upheavals of the world had only just begun.183Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡt9CvV6ewkt
Within this holy land that symbolized the righteous path, how would he cultivate and break through to new heights?183Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ993XnQsVFh
What would become of the bond between Xue Yao and him?183Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH4mGzKm9qw
And could the Sword Immortal Sect truly be free of hidden motives?
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