CHAPTER 524: CHAPTER 523: LIU XILING’S IDENTITY_1

「Green Cloud Mountain.」

The scenery here was breathtakingly beautiful and peaceful, away from the bustle of the world—a sanctuary of quietude. This place was the headquarters of the Cyan Robe Association, a mysterious force rapidly gaining renown in the Martial World.

After being rescued by the Cyan-robed Guest from Liu Feng, Ling Chen had been brought to this Green Cloud Mountain. It turned out the Cyan-robed Guest was the head of the Cyan Robe Association.

In this spiritually rich land, Ling Chen’s injuries healed rapidly.

Three months later, Ling Chen’s injuries had virtually completely healed.

This time, the injury was different from before. After all, atop the Sky Void Palace, Ling Chen had forcibly deployed the power of the Human Emperor, heavily burdening his body; it was then that he suffered severe injuries. Later, without fully recovering, he encountered Liu Feng, a Top Sky Apex Strong of the Eighth Heaven, and was severely injured again.

It was fortunate that Ling Chen’s physique was strong and that he had the Divine Dragon Jade’s protection; otherwise, forgetting three months, even three years might not have been enough to restore his strength.

After leaving his room, Ling Chen went to the backyard. A figure was already waiting for him, dressed in white, possessing an unparalleled, ethereal beauty. It was Liu Feiyue.

"Senior Sister Feiyue."

Seeing her, I was slightly taken aback, but I soon understood. Liu Feiyue is the Cyan-robed Guest’s disciple, so her presence here isn’t unusual.

"Ling Chen, you have finally emerged."

Liu Feiyue turned to face him, smiling faintly. "You’ve been in seclusion for a full three months. During this time, my master repeatedly asked me to keep an eye on you."

"I haven’t even had the chance to thank Senior Qingyi for saving my life."

Ling Chen replied with a wry smile. After being saved by the Cyan-robed Guest, he had passed out immediately. When he awoke, he was already on Green Cloud Mountain.

Come to think of it, I haven’t even exchanged a single word with him.

"My master is at the back mountain. He wants to see you. Follow me," Liu Feiyue said.

"Alright, thank you for leading the way, Sister Liu."

Ling Chen’s eyes lit up slightly. Finally, a chance to meet the most mysterious Cyan-robed Guest in the Martial World!

Liu Feiyue came to the edge of a cliff and whistled. The next moment, a huge eagle with entirely green feathers flew over, landing in front of them.

"A Qingfeng Jue!"

Ling Chen’s eyes sparkled. A Qingfeng Jue! It’s a Level 4 Exotic Beast, equivalent to a human Top Sky Apex Strong. I never expected someone could tame a Qingfeng Jue as a mount! Only the Cyan-robed Guest could accomplish such a feat.

"Let’s go."

Liu Feiyue jumped onto the Qingfeng Jue and then looked at Ling Chen.

Without hesitation, Ling Chen also leaped atop the Qingfeng Jue.

Spreading its giant wings, the Qingfeng Jue flapped a few times and then soared into the air.

High above the clouds, Ling Chen gazed at the swirling mists below. He was astounded by the spiritual Qi of Green Cloud Mountain; it was so abundant and nurturing that not even the Divine Intent Sect could compare.

Their flight above the clouds lasted for about the time it takes an incense stick to burn. Then, a mountain peak appeared in their sight.

Atop the peak stood a simple thatched cottage. Outside the cottage was the figure of a man in cyan robes.

The Cyan-robed Guest was beside this grass hut, holding a Wooden Sword. He seemed to be practicing swordsmanship with incredibly slow movements. Seen from afar, he appeared as a character from a Painting Scroll, emanating a profound artistic conception.

The more profound an individual, the more they emphasize artistic conception. This principle was not unfounded, as evidenced by the Cyan-robed Guest’s choice of residence.

For, upon reaching a certain cultivation realm, every blade of grass and every tree could be utilized by a warrior. Those whose strength reached the Sky Apex Realm possessed incredibly meticulous observational skills. Residing in a place that constantly harmonized with the artistic conception of their swordsmanship was significantly beneficial for their cultivation.

Thus, most powerful warriors chose their dwellings not for opulence but for their suitability to their cultivation.

"You have arrived."

Seeing Ling Chen’s arrival, the Cyan-robed Guest stopped his movements.

"Master, I will take my leave then," Liu Feiyue cupped her fists and said.

"Mm."

The Cyan-robed Guest nodded.

Boarding the Qingfeng Jue, Liu Feiyue departed from the mountain peak.

"Have a seat," the Cyan-robed Guest said blandly.

Arriving before the thatched cottage, Ling Chen saw a wooden table and two stone stools. He approached and sat down on one of them.

After sitting, Ling Chen began to observe the other man. The Cyan-robed Guest was about eight feet tall and robust, yet he possessed no air of coarseness.

He had many questions, but now that he was seated, he found himself unsure where to begin.

"Senior, who exactly are you?"

Ling Chen thought, I should first ascertain Senior’s identity. I currently know nothing about the Cyan-robed Guest. Based on what Senior said before, he knows of the Liu Family’s existence, so he must be no ordinary person. Moreover, it’s highly probable he knows my mother.

"I am merely a simple mountain dweller, living here in seclusion, accomplishing little," the Cyan-robed Guest shook his head. "As for your parents, I do indeed know them, because we all come from the same place."

"Oh?"

Ling Chen’s eyes immediately lit up. "Then, Senior, do you know my father’s whereabouts? And why do the Liu Family want to capture my mother? Aren’t they family?"

Facing Ling Chen’s somewhat urgent questions, the Cyan-robed Guest remained unhurried, eventually stating calmly, "I do not know your father’s whereabouts. I heard about the incident at the Divine Intent Sect three years ago, but I have not seen him since."

"Is that so?"

Hearing this, Ling Chen felt a surge of disappointment, quickly followed by a sense of resignation. Even Liu Xiling, his own wife, doesn’t know Ling Tianyu’s whereabouts; how could the Cyan-robed Guest possibly know?

"The Liu Family is one of the Sage Sects in the Nine Provinces Imperial Court bestowed with the title of ’Heavenly Constructor’. The Liu Family’s power is exceptionally rare throughout the Nine Provinces. As for your mother, she is the legitimate daughter of the Liu Family, the biological daughter of the Imperial Court’s Celestial Imperial Commander. Her status is incredibly noble," the Cyan-robed Guest said indifferently.

"What?"

A flicker of shock crossed Ling Chen’s face. I knew the Liu Family was powerful, but I never imagined they were *this* powerful!

Although he had never been to the Nine Provinces, he had read in books that it was an incredibly vast territory. Each major province was at least ten times the combined size of the Five Country Territory.

The entire Nine Provinces was currently governed by a vast Central Dynasty. Under its rule, nine of the most powerful Sage Sects governed a major province each. The Family Heads of these nine Sage Sects all held important positions within the Imperial Court.

A Great Minister was one of these nine important positions.

Ling Chen had never imagined the Liu Family’s background could be so grand.

If Liu Xiling truly is the daughter of the Central Dynasty’s Celestial Imperial Commander, her status is as noble as a princess, ranking above millions with limitless prospects. How could she have ended up in a minor place like the Cloud Outland, serving as the Saintess of the Saint Witch Religion?