As the times progressed and technology advanced, coupled with the depletion of Earth's Spiritual Energy, it was only natural that sects found it increasingly difficult to survive. However, once Earth’s Spiritual Energy began to recover in the future, the sects would naturally revive as well. In the estate of Yin Xuan Men, today was adorned with festive decorations, brimming with the spirit of the New Year. All the disciples stayed behind to celebrate the holiday with their master.
In a beautifully decorated hall within the estate, Liang Houyue, the sect master of Yin Xuan Men, was seated at a pearwood table, diligently writing couplets with a brush. At over eighty years old, Liang Houyue still appeared vigorous and radiant. His hand held the brush steadily, and his characters flowed with strength and grace, far surpassing many calligraphy masters.
Beside Liang Houyue stood more than ten individuals—both men and women—comprising his disciples and family. A tall woman in her thirties was grinding ink for him. Dressed in a qipao, she had an elegant figure and beautiful features, yet she exuded a cold aura that made her seem unapproachable.
This woman was not Liang Houyue's granddaughter but rather his youngest daughter, Liang Shanshan. Having been blessed with a daughter in his old age, the sect master was particularly fond of her. Liang Shanshan did not disappoint; among all of Liang Houyue's children, she possessed the highest martial arts talent. Now at thirty years old, she had already reached Inner Energy and was expected to attain Transcendence before turning forty. Such talent ranked her among the best of the younger generation in all Hidden Sects.
Unfortunately, she was a daughter. However, it was fortunate that most of Yin Xuan Men's techniques leaned towards the yin aspect, making them more suitable for female practitioners.
After finishing a couplet, Liang Houyue looked up at the entrance and asked, “Haven't Guo Nan and Zunyou returned yet?”
“Master, they should be back soon,” one disciple replied.
Liang Houyue nodded and lowered his head to continue writing. Before he could finish another couplet, a disciple shouted from outside, “Third Senior Brother and Fourth Senior Brother are back!”
As soon as he finished speaking, Guo Nan and Kong Zunyou entered the hall and bowed respectfully before their master.
Liang Houyue set down his brush and approached them with anticipation. “How did it go? Did you bring back the essence of the yin spirit for me to see?”
His tone betrayed an excitement he could hardly contain. One of his Divine Skills required the essence of yin spirits as an aid for its cultivation. Once perfected, during the decennial Hidden Sect Martial Arts Conference, Yin Xuan Men would gain increased prestige and status.
Seeing their master's eager expression, Guo Nan and Kong Zunyou exchanged uneasy glances.
“What’s wrong? Did you not obtain the essence?” Liang Houyue's expression darkened immediately.
“Master, we did find the essence of yin spirits and even used Thunder Flame Talismans to kill that giant python. However, afterward, someone suddenly appeared and took away the essence,” Guo Nan said nervously.
“Who dares to steal from Yin Xuan Men?” Liang Houyue exclaimed angrily.
The others in the hall also wore expressions of anger and disbelief.
“It was Mr. Jiang,” Guo Nan quickly explained.
“What Mr. Jiang?” Liang Houyue frowned.
“The legendary Mr. Jiang who killed Shangguan Shaogong and the Grand Elder of Tianlang Palace at Qinling Sword Immortal Ruins,” Guo Nan added.
“Is it him? Are you sure you weren't mistaken?” Liang Houyue's face froze in shock and disbelief.
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