Jiang Qingge also came?

Upon hearing this, Lu Ye nodded slightly, indicating that he was aware.

"Young Master Lu, come up quickly, Lingxiang has something to say to you." Chen Lingxiang waved at Lu Ye.

Chen Lingxiang could recognize Lu Ye at a glance mainly because of his black night attire, which she was very familiar with.

Back when they both went to the Chaotic Wind Mountain Stronghold, Lu Ye was wearing this same outfit.

Lu Ye landed on the flying demon beast: "What is it?"

There seemed to be a hint of a smile in Chen Lingxiang's eyes, as she said softly, "In two months, there's a gathering in the Eastern Territory of Xuanzhou. I'd like to invite you to go with me then."

"By that time, countless people from the Four Realms of Xuanzhou will be bringing their treasures to exchange for the things they want. Many of these items are never seen in the outside world."

The gathering in the Eastern Territory of Xuanzhou?

Lu Ye was somewhat intrigued. He had always been curious about the Eastern Territory.

The Eastern Territory was different from the Northern Territory; whether in overall strength, top cultivators, or wealth, it surpassed the Northern Territory.

In the Northern Territory, he had to worry about obtaining Source Crystals for cultivation, but would there be more channels to acquire Source Crystals in the Eastern Territory?

"Alright, you can come find me then." After pondering for a moment, Lu Ye nodded in agreement.

...

A few minutes later, Chen Lingxiang left first, riding the flying demon beast.

The Chen Family had been overwhelmed with matters recently. She rushed over upon hearing that Lu Ye was set to duel with the Blood Evil Sect Leader.

Now that the battle had concluded, she needed to hurry back to the Chen Family.

Aside from that, Chen Lingxiang felt a sense of urgency.

If she didn't seize the time to cultivate... the next time they met, she might not even catch a glimpse of Lu Ye's shadow.

While Chen Lingxiang knew there was no hope in catching up with Lu Ye, perhaps with effort she could avoid losing sight of him completely.

Lu Ye, having shed his black attire, returned to the Yunlan River Plain, where many people were still gathered.

The surrounding air faintly carried a trace of moisture.

This was because Lu Ye's Earth Covering Slash had previously caused the Yunlan River to explode, sending up large amounts of water vapor into the air.

Besides that, there was also a faint, indescribable residual Sword Qi in the space.

These people stayed here not just to admire the previous battle but also to comprehend the lingering Sword Dao Qi.

During the last battle at Yinmang Mountain, many had gained some insights.

Such on-the-scene comprehension was naturally more vivid than seeing it through a Memory Stone, and Jiang Lingyue was also there, not leaving.

Jiang Qingge leaned quietly against a tree, waiting patiently for his sister to study Sword Dao.

As for the fact that Lu Ye and the black-clad female cultivator had left earlier, Jiang Qingge merely pondered briefly without dwelling on it.

Being a Martial Artist, it's normal to have acquaintances in the Martial Dao circle.

After about ten minutes, Jiang Lingyue finally opened her eyes, a serious expression appearing on her small face.

"Not surprisingly, that senior's Sword Dao is still so exquisite!"

"Merely one sword technique, and the Sword Qi remains concentrated in this area, unlike what I saw last time on the Memory Stone... This senior seems even stronger!"

Jiang Qingge: "..."

Critiquing as if knowing every detail, even though Jiang Lingyue's skill was far inferior to Lu Ye's, it almost seemed she was a Martial Dao expert herself.

At this moment, Jiang Lingyue suddenly asked curiously, "By the way... where is my brother-in-law?"

"Sister, when you came out, wasn't brother-in-law at home? Why didn't he come with you?"

Jiang Lingyue's curiosity was understandable. Even Jiang Qingge, who didn't practice Martial Dao, rushed from the city upon hearing about the rare grandmaster battle.

As a Martial Arts Cultivator and resident of Cloud Leaf City, brother-in-law Lu Ye was nowhere to be seen.

Was he not intrigued by such a top-tier martial duel?

Jiang Lingyue mused that just absorbing a little insight might save months of hard cultivation!

Faced with the question, Jiang Qingge was momentarily stunned, not knowing how to respond.

Indeed... even she came out here, and Lu Ye, who lived with her, didn't show up, which did seem odd.

"Well... I don't know either. He left before me, saying he had something to do, maybe busy with cultivation and unaware of it." After a pause, Jiang Qingge explained.

This explanation was not given with much confidence by Jiang Qingge.

Yet, after listening, Jiang Lingyue nodded, seemingly understanding: "Oh, that could be the case!"

Collecting her thoughts for further justifications, Jiang Qingge furrowed his brows—was it really that simple?

No wonder a year ago, Lu Ye managed to talk his way out after saving her in front of her sister.

Too gullible!

...

The two returned to Cloud Leaf City from the Yunlan River bank.

At this time, the atmosphere inside Cloud Leaf City was exceptionally lively, with teahouses everywhere filled with people.

Even ordinary residents had heard about the battle that had taken place by the river.

The news that a Martial Arts Grandmaster was living incognito in Cloud Leaf City had spread widely; initially, common folk had little concept of a Martial Arts Grandmaster.

After all, Cloud Leaf City wasn't notable within the Northern Territory, and a Martial Arts Grandmaster had never appeared there.

However, hearing that they were far stronger than the patriarchs of the two major Innate Clans, countless citizens immediately understood.

The two major Innate Clans were akin to kings in Cloud Leaf City. Being stronger than both families... that was akin to an emperor!

The citizens of Cloud Leaf City now felt more prideful than those of other cities.

Elsewhere.

Lu Ye, passing through the Yunlan River Plain, quickly returned to the city without lingering.

Passing a teahouse, he overheard a new version of a storytelling session, causing him to shake his head slightly. He didn't visit the Jiang Family first but returned to the small courtyard he had purchased.

In the yard, Qing Yu was holding a handkerchief, her needle and thread swiftly dancing as she skillfully embroidered patterns on it, with a pile of blank handkerchiefs beside her.

Hearing someone reach the gate, Qing Yu raised her head cautiously.

The next moment... ouch.

Her eyes left the handkerchief, and her hand, still holding the embroidery needle, pricked her finger, blood seeping out quickly.

Yet Qing Yu seemed unfazed by the pain, a broad smile spreading through her heart.

"My lord, you're back!"

Approaching Qing Yu and looking at her bleeding finger, Lu Ye calmly said: "So excited you pricked yourself with a needle."

"It's fine, it's fine." Qing Yu quickly withdrew her injured hand, unconcerned. "When I first learned embroidery, I got pricked often... My lord, I'll make you a meal."

Qing Yu cautiously and sincerely looked at Lu Ye. Seeing that he seemed well, she relaxed, relieved that he hadn't endured hardships while out.

Just as she was about to turn to the kitchen, an arm suddenly held her back.

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