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Ling Cong saw Wei Chen's response and felt a surge of joy. He immediately smiled and said, "If my brother sends someone to kill you, my informant by his side will tell me. I'll then notify you to prepare yourself. If you can kill them, do it; if not, just hide."
"Uh... is it really that simple?" Wei Chen looked at Ling Cong in surprise. Is this what they call cooperation?
Ling Cong replied matter-of-factly, "It is that simple. How could it be more complicated? For you, this is a win-win situation with no harm at all. My brother will definitely send someone to kill you. If you get the news in advance and make some preparations, it can't hurt."
"Moreover, if my brother gets desperate and can't kill you, he might cause trouble for the women around you. You wouldn't be able to defend against that easily, especially if you're carrying a burden." Ling Cong added.
Wei Chen nodded. Before coming to Ling City, he had considered this issue. He wasn't afraid of anything on his own, but he had to take Zhao Yu into account.
"I need to get Zhao Yu into the Ancient Spirit Academy as soon as possible. Inside the Academy, even the royal family's minions can't reach her."
Wei Chen thought for a moment and looked at Ling Cong, nodding, "Thank you, Your Highness."
"No need for thanks; this is merely a transaction. I provide information to you, and you help me eliminate some of my brother's subordinates. It's a win-win for both of us," Ling Cong said lightly as he drove the carriage to drop Wei Chen off at the inn.
"Brother Wei, this inn is one of my properties; it's very safe. My brother's men won't easily come here to kill anyone. As long as you stay inside the inn, nothing will happen."
"That's not my style," Wei Chen replied calmly.
Ling Cong showed an approving look. "Then I'll take my leave. If there's any news, I'll send someone to deliver it to the inn. Just keep an eye out for notes slipped under your door; my people will do that."
As Ling Cong drove away, Wei Chen stood in place watching the carriage gradually disappear from view, secretly sneering, "This Prince Yang Minghuang doesn't have good intentions. However, using each other like this won't do me any harm for now."
Back in his room, Zhao Yu immediately came knocking on the door.
"Is something wrong?" Zhao Yu's face was filled with worry. She couldn't sleep in the adjacent room and had been closely monitoring the movements in Wei Chen's room. The distance was so close that the soundproofing wasn't great; she heard every word of Ling Cong's initial conversation with Wei Chen.
Seeing Zhao Yu's expression, Wei Chen instantly understood her thoughts.
He patted Zhao Yu's head and smiled, "It's nothing serious. I'm so strong that even Old Wang can't bring me down."
Zhao Yu pouted and said, "Just be careful. Once we join the Ancient Spirit Academy, everything will be fine."
“Is it the Ancient Spirit Academy?” Wei Chen pondered for a moment, a troubled expression crossing his face. “It might not even be the Ancient Spirit Academy; perhaps the people there wouldn’t want me at all. My relationship with Mu Qingyan is a significant obstacle.”
“Why? Isn’t that an advantage?” Zhao Yu asked, confused.
Wei Chen forced a smile as he recounted the marriage arrangement between Mu Qingyan and the Crown Prince. Zhao Yu's expression darkened considerably. She fully understood how difficult Wei Chen's situation was.
Enemies were everywhere! Wei Chen had somehow offended several major forces within the Ling Sheng Dynasty.
“You must be under a lot of pressure,” Zhao Yu said, sitting on Wei Chen's bed, her gaze somewhat strange.
Wei Chen shrugged helplessly. “Pressure can also be a driving force. Sister Wei Rou is in the Soul Palace; I have to rescue her. I've already offended both the sect and the royal family, and I doubt the Ancient Spirit Academy will let me take their assessment. All I can do is focus on my training and let things unfold naturally.”
The phrase “let things unfold naturally” carried a bittersweet undertone that only Wei Chen understood.
After a moment of contemplation, Zhao Yu looked up, her face suddenly flushed like a ripe plum, her beautiful eyes filled with both resentment and determination. She softly said, “Actually, I can help relieve your stress…”
“Relieve stress? Come on, with your level of strength, just stay put in the inn and don’t go out. The best help you can give me is to avoid getting hurt while I’m not paying attention.”
“What a thick-headed fool! How can he be so oblivious?” Zhao Yu silently scorned Wei Chen, feeling quite exasperated.
Zhao Yu’s lively eyes gazed at Wei Chen with lingering resentment. Seeing her expression made Wei Chen pause. Did he do something wrong? Was it because her strength was lacking that it hurt her pride?
“How could someone so bold at Cloud Spirit Sect turn into a coward in Ling Sheng Dynasty?” Zhao Yu thought helplessly.
Wei Chen shook his head and simply sat cross-legged on the ground. “You can rest here; it’ll make me feel more at ease knowing you’re right under my nose. I’ll focus on my training, so don’t worry; I won’t do anything to you.”
Zhao Yu was infuriated; how could he not understand such an obvious hint? She wasn’t worried about what Wei Chen might do to her; she was frustrated that he didn’t seem to have any intention of doing anything at all…
The night passed without conversation.
The next day, Wei Chen took Zhao Yu and left the inn, making their way out of Ling City.
"We should go check out Peach Blossom Island. That Coachman was quite mysterious; if it really is a good place, it would be a shame to miss it."
Wei Chen pulled Zhao Yu along as they flew toward the foot of the mountains where Ling City was located. Three hundred miles away, a vast Great Lake came into view. In the middle of the Great Lake, there was a small island adorned with blooming peach blossoms, looking like a fairyland; it was none other than the most mysterious Peach Blossom Island of the Ling Sheng Dynasty.
As soon as Wei Chen flew over the surface of the lake, he felt an intense resistance that made him feel extremely uncomfortable. Zhao Yu fared even worse; after just a few meters, his face suddenly turned pale.
"This place feels strange; it seems that Coachman wasn't wrong."
Wei Chen reluctantly withdrew from the airspace above the lake and landed on the shore. Oddly enough, as soon as he left that area, the resistance vanished instantly.
Just as they touched down, several boats rowed over.
Wei Chen inquired and learned that there were always people renting boats to Peach Blossom Island. A few Ferry Operators were stationed here and occasionally received some business.
After paying the rental fee, Wei Chen and Zhao Yu boarded a boat. He gently began to row, slowly making their way toward the seemingly nearby Peach Blossom Island.
After advancing for several hundred meters, Wei Chen summoned his Fire Phoenix Martial Soul, attempting to fly into the air. However, as soon as he rose just three to five meters above the boat, the powerful resistance forced him back down.
Zhao Yu chuckled, "There must be some formidable figures on Peach Blossom Island; they don't allow flying. You might as well stick to rowing."
Wei Chen nodded helplessly; this place was quite peculiar, so it was better to be cautious.
Half an hour later, Peach Blossom Island appeared not far ahead.
Wei Chen and Zhao Yu were both surprised; weren't boats supposed to be unable to reach Peach Blossom Island?
"It looks like we might make it," Wei Chen said excitedly, vigorously rowing his oars until they finally reached Peach Blossom Island.
Upon stepping onto Peach Blossom Island, they were greeted by endless peach blossoms; there were no buildings in sight and not a single person around.
"Congratulations! You won't have to go to Ancient Spirit Academy anymore; I feel like this Peach Blossom Island is more suited for you," Zhao Yu said with a smile.
In her view, being able to come to Peach Blossom Island meant that the people on the island had chosen Wei Chen, which was why they were allowed to enter.
Wei Chen naturally believed this to be true.
"Miss, you can stay on Peach Blossom Island. Young man, you may leave."
A voice of authority rang out.
Wei Chen and Zhao Yu turned in shock to see an elderly man, who appeared ethereal and otherworldly, suddenly appear not far from them. Even Wei Chen's keen senses had not detected how the old man had arrived.
"Senior, could you clarify? I cannot allow my companion to remain here alone," Wei Chen said, bowing respectfully.
The old man fixed his gaze on Wei Chen and replied calmly, "Since you have come to Peach Blossom Island, you must understand the rules here. Only those we have chosen are qualified to stay on Peach Blossom Island. Allowing you onto the island is already a great favor."
With that, his gaze shifted to Zhao Yu, filled with delight.
Zhao Yu was taken aback. "You mean... you have chosen me?"
"Of course it is you. Could it possibly be that young man?" The old man nodded as if it were obvious.
Zhao Yu was speechless. What was going on? Were the people of Peach Blossom Island really that superficial?
"Senior, if you are not clear about this matter, I will take my friend and leave now."
"Your talent is commendable, but you are not what we seek. Peach Blossom Island is a sacred place for cultivation. This young lady possesses the Hidden Dragon Vein; apart from us on Peach Blossom Island, there is nowhere in the entire Ling Sheng Dynasty suitable for her cultivation. If you take her away, it would be a disservice to her," the old man said lightly.
"Cranes Elder, why bother with so many words? Just get rid of that boy," another figure emerged from the dense peach blossom grove—a haggard old woman with a crane-like appearance.
She cast a disdainful glance at Wei Chen before turning her smile toward Zhao Yu. "Girl, only Peach Blossom Island can help you awaken your Hidden Dragon Vein. Cultivating to the Earth Soul Realm is just a matter of time; as long as you work hard enough and have great opportunities, reaching the Soul Realm is also possible. You are the only one chosen by Peach Blossom Island in the past decade; cherish this chance."
Zhao Yu felt increasingly confused. What was all this about?
"Senior, if you can't provide a clear answer, we're leaving now," Wei Chen said, unwilling to let Zhao Yu stay alone in such a terrifying place without any clarity.
"This is none of your business, kid. I'll say it again: you can leave," the old man replied sternly, his gaze carrying a hint of threat.
"Zhao Yu, do you want to stay here or come with me?" Wei Chen asked softly.
Zhao Yu immediately grabbed Wei Chen and jumped back onto the boat, her actions clearly indicating her choice.
"Don't waste your effort. I guarantee that even if you row for a lifetime, you'll never leave Peach Blossom Island," the old woman sneered coldly. With a wave of her hand, a chilling aura surged forth, and the sound of crackling filled the air as the water surrounding Peach Blossom Island instantly froze into solid ice.
Another old man performed several hand seals, and in an instant, brilliant light spread downwards, enveloping the area in thick fog that made it nearly impossible to see anything beyond five meters.
"Now, do you still want to leave?" the old man mocked.
Wei Chen and Zhao Yu stared in shock at the display by the old man and woman, their hearts racing. What kind of Soul Power Realm was this?
As if sensing Wei Chen's confusion, the old man casually remarked, "This Old Man is merely at the ninth level of Human Soul Realm, not particularly strong—ranked sixth on Peach Blossom Island."
"I just broke through to the first level of Earth Soul Realm and am ranked fifth on Peach Blossom Island. If you don't believe me, feel free to try," the old woman added coldly.
"Paralyzed! These old monsters!" Wei Chen cursed under his breath, vehemently cursing the two ancient beings.
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