{"id":7511,"date":"2025-09-24T09:18:25","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T07:18:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ontimestory.eu\/?p=7511"},"modified":"2026-04-11T10:24:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T08:24:25","slug":"the-second-male-lead-fled-on-the-spot-chapter-52","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ontimestory.eu\/index.php\/2025\/09\/24\/the-second-male-lead-fled-on-the-spot-chapter-52\/","title":{"rendered":"The Second Male Lead\u00a0Fled On The Spot – Chapter 52 & Chapater 53"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

That day, <\/span>Sect Master Fang Yan<\/span> was handling some sect matters in the main hall when a rare visitor appeared.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

It was <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span>, who hadn\u2019t shown up for the past eight hundred years.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan<\/span> looked up and greeted him: “Uncle Master?”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng<\/span> didn\u2019t beat around th<\/span>e bush and directly stated his purpose: “I\u2019m just passing through. I\u2019ve come to collect the disciple token for our little Xing Xing.”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

It was a simple matte<\/span>r, so <\/span>Fang Yan<\/span> quickly retrieved a new disciple token from his drawer and handed it over: “Uncle Master, just write down <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span>‘s information on it.”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Since <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span> had come for <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span>, he also casually handed over another storage bag to <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span>: “This contains the reward for the first-place winner of this trial. Since you\u2019re already here, you might as well take it to <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> as well.”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng<\/span> thanked him and took the storage bag.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

He looked down and inscribed <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span>\u2019s information on the disciple token, leaving the <\/span>Qingjing Peak<\/span> mark on it, and handed the token back to <\/span>Fang Yan<\/span> for record-keeping.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan<\/span> glanced at the token, his eyes narrowing slightly: “Uncle Master, aren\u2019t you going to register under your name?”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The information on the token only listed that <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> was a disciple of <\/span>Qingjing Peak<\/span>, but it didn\u2019t mention his master.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng<\/span> seemed a bit frustrated by the matter: “He doesn\u2019t want to.”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Ever since <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> had rejected becoming his disciple, <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span> had tried indirectly coaxing him many times, but <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> remained resolute.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan<\/span> thought he must have misheard: “Huh?”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Everyone could see that the two spent nearly all their free time together, so their relationship was quite clear to all.<\/p>\r\n

When <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span> had taken <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> away that day, it seemed like their master-disciple bond was already sealed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Yet now <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span> was saying that <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> didn\u2019t want to become his disciple?<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan<\/span> looked toward the sunflower seeds on the table, fighting the urge to start snacking, sitting up straight as he tentatively asked: “\u2026 Does that mean <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> wants to go to another master?”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

After all, <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span>\u2019s talent was extraordinary. Although most people assumed he was already <\/span>Xie Liufeng<\/span>\u2019s disciple, there were always a few adventurous souls who tried to make a move.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Although the chances were slim, what if someone succeeded?<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng<\/span> shook his head: “Of course not.”<\/span><\/p>\r\n

If <\/span>Chu Xinghui<\/span> were thinking of go<\/span>ing to another master, he wouldn\u2019t be here right now. Instead, he would have gone to confront anyone attempting to steal his disciple away.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan continued guessing: “Did you two have a disagreement?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng was completely puzzled: \u201cNot really.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

They had always spoken frankly with each other. If Chu Xinghui was dissatisfied with anything, he would never keep it hidden.<\/p>\r\n

Moreover, after rejecting the idea of becoming his disciple, Chu Xinghui still liked staying with him as always\u2026 he was even a little more clingy.<\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan could only offer some general advice: \u201cAt this age, disciples often have shifting thoughts. As an elder, you can\u2019t push against them. More communication helps. He\u2019ll eventually be willing to share his thoughts with you.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng said: “Ah,\u201d and added: “He did tell me.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan, now quite curious, perked up: \u201cWhat did he say?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Thinking of Chu Xinghui\u2019s explanation, Xie Liufeng looked even more confused: \u201cHe thinks our relationship shouldn\u2019t be one of master and disciple.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan continued to probe: \u201c\u2026Then what does he think it should be?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng answered honestly: “I don\u2019t know.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui hadn\u2019t said.<\/p>\r\n

More precisely, Chu Xinghui hadn\u2019t figured it out yet.<\/p>\r\n

Fang Yan had never encountered a situation like this, so he solemnly handed over the registered jade token to Xie Liufeng, indicating that he didn\u2019t know either.<\/p>\r\n



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*<\/p>\r\n



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When Xie Liufeng returned to Qingjing Peak, he happened to run into Chu Xinghui, who was heading down the mountain.<\/p>\r\n

He had just finished cultivating and received a message from the sect to pick up his disciple jade token, so he was planning to head down.<\/p>\r\n

The two stood apart, one on the stone steps above, one below, quietly looking at each other.<\/p>\r\n

Neither spoke first.<\/p>\r\n

It was dusk. The setting sun cast a gentle light over the both of them.<\/p>\r\n

Teenage years were when one grew fast.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng gazed at Chu Xinghui and suddenly noticed the youth before him had already shed his immaturity. His features now bore the early traces of adulthood.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui looked at Xie Liufeng, his eyes unconsciously lighting up. He seemed to want to walk over but hesitated, unsure of something, and remained still.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng sighed inwardly, then took the initiative to step down two steps and walk over to Chu Xinghui. He handed him the items in his hand: \u201cYour stuff\u2014I picked it up for you on the way.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui didn\u2019t pay much attention to the resources, instead, he focused on the jade token and examined it carefully.<\/p>\r\n

\u2026Xie Liufeng hadn\u2019t recorded him under his own name.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui lowered his gaze, playing with the token, and tried to keep his tone calm: \u201cYou\u2019re not angry?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

He couldn\u2019t quite name what he was feeling.<\/p>\r\n

He knew Xie Liufeng had always treated him kindly, seeing him as a disciple and teaching him that way.<\/p>\r\n

But now he had said he didn\u2019t want to be his disciple.<\/p>\r\n

He had rejected the master-disciple relationship on instinct but hadn\u2019t figured out what path lay ahead instead.<\/p>\r\n

And\u2026 now that he wasn\u2019t Xie Liufeng\u2019s disciple, would Xie Liufeng still want to spend time with him like before?<\/p>\r\n

The uncertainty about the answer made him anxious, downcast, and restless.<\/p>\r\n

So he could only try to stay near Xie Liufeng as much as possible to ease these uncomfortable emotions.<\/p>\r\n

Though he knew Xie Liufeng wouldn\u2019t cast him aside, if\u2026 if Xie Liufeng truly didn\u2019t want to be close to him like before, at least he\u2019d have memories of when they were close.<\/p>\r\n

Noticing his downcast mood, Xie Liufeng gently pinched his cheek and comforted him: \u201cWhy would I be mad? You just don\u2019t want to be my disciple\u2014you\u2019re still mine.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Before meeting Chu Xinghui, he had never even thought of taking a disciple. Now that Chu Xinghui was by his side, whether he was officially a disciple or not wasn\u2019t that important.<\/p>\r\n

Just like Chu Xinghui had once said\u2014for him, what mattered most was Chu Xinghui himself, not the title of \u201cdisciple.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Mine.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui inexplicably liked that word and responded with a soft \u201cmm.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng said: “Just so you know\u2014even if you don\u2019t want to be my disciple, I\u2019ll still raise you like one. If you ever change your mind, we can add your name under mine.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

\u201c\u2026It\u2019s not that I don\u2019t want to be your disciple.\u201d Chu Xinghui looked at him and corrected him again: “It\u2019s just that I don\u2019t think our relationship should be that of master and disciple.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng couldn\u2019t argue with him, so he pinched his cheek again and said: “Alright, alright. If you say it\u2019s not, then it\u2019s not. I\u2019ll wait until you figure it out, okay?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

He had always had no bottom line when it came to Chu Xinghui.<\/p>\r\n

Suddenly, Chu Xinghui hugged him.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng instinctively caught him, gently stroked his hair, and softly asked: “What now, my little ancestor?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui hugged his waist tightly and buried his face in his shoulder. The restlessness he\u2019d been feeling these days suddenly calmed. He mumbled: “Then it\u2019s a promise\u2014you\u2019ll wait until I figure it out.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng continued to comfort him: \u201cAlright. No matter how long you take, I\u2019ll wait. Whatever relationship you decide on, I\u2019ll accept it. Want me to write you a promise in writing?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui looked up at him: \u201cYou really would?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng couldn\u2019t help laughing and teased: “Of course not.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui lowered his head in disappointment.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng pretended to consider it seriously for a moment and added: “But if someone were to beg me nicely, maybe I\u2019d change my mind.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui thought for a moment, then obediently tugged on his sleeve and looked up: \u201cThen\u2026 please? Is that okay?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng, quite satisfied, wrote him a promise and even signed his name.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui took the note and carefully wrote his own name right beside \u201cXie Liufeng.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

He looked at the two names side by side and felt very satisfied, carefully putting the paper away.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng looked at him with a smile, reached out and held his hand, then slowly walked back with him.<\/p>\r\n

He quietly let out a sigh of relief.<\/p>\r\n

…Finally coaxed him.<\/p>\r\n

Clearly, he was the one who got rejected, yet in the past few days, Chu Xinghui had seemed more upset than him.<\/p>\r\n



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*<\/p>\r\n



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When the two of them reached the door, Chu Xinghui suddenly remembered something: \u201cSenior Xie and Cheng Yu will be coming to Beiyue in a while.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng nodded, not caring much about the news: \u201cLet them come.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Sometimes alchemists needed herbs that required specific times or places to harvest. In such cases, Xie Tinglan and her disciples had no choice but to travel all over, it was nothing unusual.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng recalled that Chu Xinghui got along quite well with Cheng Yu and asked: “Are you going to see Cheng Yu?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui shook his head: \u201cNo, I made an appointment with Senior Xie.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng was stunned for a moment: \u201cWhy are you looking for her, for alchemy?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui explained: \u201cI want to ask her about you.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng looked puzzled, not understanding why he had to go about it in such a roundabout way: \u201cWhy not ask me directly? I\u2019m right here.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui said bluntly: \u201cYour memory is too poor.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

If he asked Xie Liufeng, Xie Liufeng wouldn\u2019t hide anything, but he would likely gloss over the unpleasant parts of his past.<\/p>\r\n

He was always good at that, as if those experiences were really light and easy.<\/p>\r\n

But he wanted to know\u2026 everything about Xie Liufeng.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng chuckled helplessly: \u201cIt\u2019s nothing good. Why would I remember that stuff?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

If he had the time, he might as well remember what dishes Chu Xinghui liked.<\/p>\r\n

Thinking of that, Xie Liufeng\u2019s thoughts suddenly shifted.<\/p>\r\n

\u2026Speaking of which, it had been a while since he made fish soup. Maybe he should go buy a couple of fish later.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui asked for his opinion: \u201cCan I ask?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

If Xie Liufeng didn\u2019t want him to know, he wouldn\u2019t go.<\/p>\r\n

Xie Liufeng pulled his thoughts back from fish soup and nodded: \u201cOf course. You can ask anything about me.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Chapter 53<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

\u201c\u2026\u2026It was best not to let the people around you\u2026\u2026\u201d<\/p>\r\n

After the two people agreed, life returned to its usual state.<\/p>\r\n

That day, Chu Xinghui went out to the city to buy some things.<\/p>\r\n

After he finished buying things and walked out of the city, he was about to fly back to the sect with his sword when he suddenly heard a familiar female voice from the side: \u201cIt was really great to run into Senior Brother here.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Hearing this voice, Chu Xinghui\u2019s brow twitched.<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun, whom he had not seen for many days, walked up to Chu Xinghui with a gentle smile, looking up at him with affectionate eyes: \u201cIs Senior Brother also here to buy things? I came here to purchase a few spiritual herbs, but I know very little about their quality. I wonder if I could trouble Senior Brother to help me choose some?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She seemed very haggard during this period, and there were faint traces of dark circles on her face that had been covered with powder.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui frowned slightly and had just spoken a single word: \u201cQin\u2026\u2026\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Fearing that he would call her the wrong name again, Qin Suyun hurriedly interrupted him and introduced herself: \u201cQin Suyun!\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui responded with an \u201coh\u201d: \u201cFellow Cultivator Qin.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun: \u2026<\/p>\r\n

She forced the topic back with difficulty: \u201cI wonder if Senior Brother would be willing to help?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui shook his head: \u201cNo.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

The smile on Qin Suyun\u2019s face stiffened slightly.<\/p>\r\n

She persisted and tried to grab Chu Xinghui\u2019s arm: \u201cSenior Brother need not rush to refuse. It would only take a little time to help this junior sister take a look. I have always remembered Senior Brother saving me before, and meeting Senior Brother this time is also an opportunity to repay you. If Senior Brother sees anything you like, I can give it to you.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

The coursework of the Beiyue Sword Sect was heavy, and cultivation tasks were also very tight. She had never practiced as a sword cultivator before, and even passing the entry trial had taken great effort. After entering the sect, she could barely keep up with the coursework. She had gone days without sleep in order to finally squeeze out some time to pester the Heavenly Son of Dao.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui stepped back and looked at Qin Suyun.<\/p>\r\n

He had always been suspicious, but since Qin Suyun had not been appearing in front of him recently, he had not taken the initiative to investigate.<\/p>\r\n

Now\u2026<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui suddenly called out a name without warning: \u201cQin Yuwen.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun subconsciously looked up, her pupils suddenly contracting, then quickly pretended to know nothing and frowned: \u201cWhat is Senior Brother talking about? The deceased first disciple of the Lingshang Sect? Why bring him up suddenly?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui observed her expression and had already confirmed who was inside this body.<\/p>\r\n

He did not say much more, and a spirit sword silently appeared in his hand.<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun seemed to sense his killing intent and tried to say something, but her face suddenly twisted, and then her expression turned blank.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui did not know what strange situation this was, so he stepped back vigilantly and drew his spirit sword.<\/p>\r\n

The next moment, Qin Suyun\u2019s expression suddenly \u201ccame alive\u201d again.<\/p>\r\n

Her gaze shifted slightly as she smiled at Chu Xinghui in a gentle voice: \u201cFellow Cultivator Chu.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

This demeanor felt somewhat familiar.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui vaguely recognized the current controller of this body: \u201cYue Yao?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Earlier, at Water Cloud City, he had already suspected that Qin Yuwen was likely working with Yue Yao, so her appearance here now was not surprising.<\/p>\r\n

What he had not expected was that Yue Yao actually still had control over Qin Yuwen\u2019s new body.<\/p>\r\n

\u201cQin Suyun\u201d chuckled softly, her tone gentle: \u201cIndeed, it is me. Fellow Cultivator Chu is truly perceptive.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She habitually wanted to reach for her fan, but upon noticing her empty hands, she unconsciously rubbed her fingers in slight discomfort.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui looked at her, waiting for her explanation.<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao lowered her gaze, saw the sword tip pointing directly at her chest, and reached out to push the blade aside: \u201cIt is not very friendly to greet someone like this after so long, little Cultivator friend.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui did not withdraw his spirit sword and only said: \u201cIf Fellow Cultivator Yue has something to say, just say it directly.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

\u201cVery well.\u201d Seeing that Chu Xinghui did not like roundabout talk, Yue Yao restrained her expression, \u201cI suddenly took over this body because I sensed Fellow Cultivator Chu\u2019s killing intent\u2014did Fellow Cultivator Chu just now want to kill him?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui nodded and admitted: \u201cYes.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Given the enmity between him and Qin Yuwen, it had originally been fine when Qin Yuwen was dead, but now that he had suddenly come back to life, he naturally needed to die again.<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao sighed and said directly: \u201cSo\u2026 I came this time to request Fellow Cultivator Chu to temporarily spare his life.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui did not refuse immediately and instead asked: \u201cReason?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao lowered her eyes and chuckled behind her sleeve: \u201cQin Suyun\u2019s life is still useful to me. It would be a waste for him to die here now. Why not give me some face, Fellow Cultivator Chu?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui honestly said: \u201cBut his life is harmful to me. If I do not kill him, he will harm me.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao raised her eyes and looked at him with a faint smile: \u201cThen what if I say letting Qin Suyun live until the time he should die would be beneficial to all of us? Not only you and me, but also that senior who has always been by your side.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She looked at the body she was currently occupying and casually smoothed the wrinkles on her sleeve: \u201cSuch a foolish, arrogant, and incompetent person only relies on powers that do not belong to him\u2026 Killing him would not take much time, and keeping him here would not cause any trouble. If you trust me, you will not lose anything. At worst, when he loses his usefulness but is still alive by chance, you can then strike him down again, can\u2019t you?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui did not trust her.<\/p>\r\n

But since she mentioned Xie Liufeng, he was still willing to speak a bit more: \u201cFellow Cultivator Yue has said so much, but it seems you have not provided any substantial information.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

\u201cYou do have a point. Sharing information between collaborators is indeed an important foundation for a stable transaction.\u201d Yue Yao pondered for a moment, then looked up sincerely, \u201cHowever, the timing is not right. I will come to the Beiyue Sword Sect during the next Immortal Sect Grand Competition, and we can discuss it in detail then.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

The Immortal Sect Grand Competition would not take place until a year later.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui also sincerely expressed his opinion: \u201cFellow Cultivator Yue\u2019s words\u2026 sound like you are stalling for time.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao cried out in injustice: \u201cFellow Cultivator Chu, you truly wronged me. It is only because this matter is complicated that I need to prepare.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She had traveled far to cast a spell here just to preserve Qin Suyun\u2019s life, and now she was being suspected of wanting to preserve his life\u2014it was truly insulting.
Chu Xinghui looked at her without speaking.<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao looked somewhat troubled and thought for a moment before saying: \u201cAlright. To prevent unnecessary suspicion, I will teach you the technique to control this body and Qin Suyun\u2019s soul. You can handle him however you wish, as long as you keep him alive.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui\u2019s gaze moved slightly, and he handed her a blank jade slip.<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao used her divine sense to engrave the technique into the jade slip and returned it: \u201cIs Fellow Cultivator Chu satisfied now?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui was not fully satisfied and honestly said: \u201cHalf.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao did not mind and smiled: \u201cIt is enough that Fellow Cultivator Chu is willing to trust me even half. I am very grateful.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She looked at Chu Xinghui and said meaningfully: \u201cSince the cooperation is established, I will offer one more reminder. Regarding Qin Suyun\u2026 it is best not to let that Senior Xie by your side know.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui frowned.<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao continued: \u201cAlthough our Qin cultivator friend is useless, he did say one true thing. That Senior Xie is already someone who should not exist in this world. Cultivators either ascend or die when their fate ends; remaining stuck in a place that does not belong to them is not a good thing. I will boldly guess that you may serve a similar purpose to him as Qin Suyun does to others. You know Qin Suyun approached you with ill intent, so you should also know that Senior Xie keeping you by his side likely has other motives\u2026\u201d<\/p>\r\n

She seemed to feel she had said too much and quickly stopped: \u201cAh, I misspoke. These are all just guesses. Fellow Cultivator Chu need not take them seriously.\u201d
Chu Xinghui replayed her words and caught one key point: \u201cDo you mean I can solve Xie Liufeng\u2019s problem? Does Fellow Cultivator Yue know how?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao: \u2026<\/p>\r\n

Did this little Daoist friend completely not understand provocation?<\/p>\r\n

Her smile stiffened slightly: \u201cI do not know, but Qin Suyun specializes in such matters. You might try asking him.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui thought for a moment and nodded.<\/p>\r\n

He suddenly felt that keeping Qin Suyun alive might indeed be somewhat useful.<\/p>\r\n

After this matter was concluded, Yue Yao nodded to Chu Xinghui: \u201cVery well, since the transaction is complete, I will take my leave. If I stay any longer, he may notice.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

The body she had carefully selected for Qin Suyun still had too many limitations; she was not used to it and preferred to return to her own body sooner.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui suddenly remembered something and stopped her: \u201cPlease wait a moment.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao looked at him in confusion: \u201cHmm?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui asked succinctly: \u201cThe holy artifact you mentioned last time.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao thought for a moment and smiled slightly: \u201cThat\u2026 you have already obtained it. But the transaction is not yet complete. Wait until you send it to where it belongs.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Yue Yao soon left.<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui could not help pressing his temples.<\/p>\r\n

Speaking with this Saintess was truly exhausting\u2014she said so much, yet it was unclear what she had actually said.<\/p>\r\n

*<\/p>\r\n

On the other side, with Yue Yao gone, Qin Suyun\u2019s consciousness finally regained control of her body.<\/p>\r\n

She felt as if she had been momentarily dazed. When she opened her eyes again, Chu Xinghui was still in front of her.<\/p>\r\n

However\u2026 was Chu Xinghui standing in this position just now?<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun felt a headache and asked: \u201cSenior Brother, where were we just now?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui glanced at her and, somewhat regretfully unable to kill her directly, casually scared her: \u201cWe were talking about Qin Yuwen.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun\u2019s heart tightened, and her memories from earlier finally returned completely.<\/p>\r\n

Cold sweat appeared on her temples as she cautiously asked again: \u201cWhy did Senior Brother suddenly mention this person?\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui calmly fabricated: \u201cOh, I just remembered that you both have the surname Qin and wondered if you might be related.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Although Qin Suyun felt something was off, she still relaxed slightly and quickly denied it: \u201cQin Yuwen comes from an immortal cultivation aristocratic family. I was only a rogue cultivator before entering the sect; I only happened to share the surname Qin. I would not dare to falsely claim kinship.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui nodded without stating whether he believed it or not.<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun felt uncertain.<\/p>\r\n

Seeing that it was getting late, Chu Xinghui prepared to return to his sect and politely said goodbye.<\/p>\r\n

Qin Suyun was still anxious about her identity and did not want to keep him, so she quickly bid farewell.<\/p>\r\n

*<\/p>\r\n

Chu Xinghui soon returned to the sect.<\/p>\r\n

Then he returned to his cave residence and directly dragged Xie Liufeng out, recounting everything that had happened that day from beginning to end.<\/p>\r\n

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