Evil Venerable of the Sword Dao-Chapter 1382 - 123: I’ll Treat You Well

This middle-aged woman still retains the charm of a young girl, but with a more mature elegance on her face, and her words and actions exude a highly distinguished aura, making her a true leader.

Though she is exceedingly kind, her inner strength and integrity command respect.

This is a leader worthy of admiration.

Zhou Yan looked at this middle-aged woman, his eyes filled with deep gratitude.

The woman smiled, her voice gentle as she said, "Child, don’t worry, just focus on healing. I am Jiang Caiyun, the Sect Master of the current generation of the Ziwei Sect, and we have a deep connection with the Ancient Fu Xi Clan.

You possess the inheritance of the Ancient Fu Xi Clan, so you are not an outsider."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Yan understood why these people held such an attitude towards him.

In fact, although Zhou Yan had only vaguely overheard most of their conversations earlier, with his abilities of recollection and logical deduction, he could easily comprehend everything.

For this reason, Zhou Yan once again cast a grateful gaze towards this elegant woman in white.

This woman, Jiang Caiyun, merely gave a gentle smile and then discussed with Zhou Yan the reasons for his peculiar injuries, suggesting he enter the Ziwei Heavenly Mansion to recuperate.

After a moment’s hesitation, Zhou Yan agreed.

This was an opportunity for growth. In fact, Zhou Yan knew that his injury had nothing to do with Loh Jixu, but Jiang Caiyun’s benevolence was not something he wanted to refuse.

Moreover, this growth opportunity was indeed rare, and Zhou Yan felt that within the Ziwei Heavenly Mansion, there was a power that could lead to his transformation, a King’s power that might allow his Origin of Kingship to transform.

With this in mind, Zhou Yan did not refuse.

"Since you’ve agreed, Xue Fei will also look after you as appropriate, but you must be careful not to act recklessly. Even though we will also enter that place, we won’t be able to take care of you."

At this moment, Jiang Hongyi, who was beside Jiang Caiyun, contemplated for a moment and then advised Zhou Yan.

She had always been a bit cold towards Zhou Yan, but he understood that this was simply her nature, not a sign of harshness.

Indeed, in the Eternal Life Domain, women like Jiang Hongyi were quite common, while youthful and charming girls like Lin Xuefei were quite rare.

"Our visit to the Ziwei Sect this time also involves other matters, so if there are any offenses, Brother Zhou Yan, please do not mind, as we certainly harbor no ill intent."

Jiang Hen suddenly remarked.

Zhou Yan found this somewhat odd, but did not take issue with it.

These individuals were certainly worth befriending, that much was clear.

Moreover, there was nothing about Zhou Yan that would arouse any ulterior motives from them; the background of the Ancient Fu Xi Clan and his own talents provided him with a powerful backing, so he did not believe these people would harm him.

With this thought, Zhou Yan smiled slightly and said, "Brother Jiang Hen, you jest. I am already indebted to you all for saving my life, so how could I possibly be concerned whether or not you’ve offended me? Your straightforwardness and integrity have only made me feel ashamed."

When speaking, Zhou Yan was always sincere; he was genuine with those who were sincere with him.

"I hope so. Zhou Yan, get some rest, we’ll be leaving for now. You’ve been unconscious for a full three days, and we’ve stayed here without leaving, but some matters indeed need urgent attention."

Jiang Hen stated.

Jiang Hongyi also nodded and said, "Sister Xuefei, take good care of Zhou Yan. We’re leaving now."

"Senior Brother, Senior Sister, take care."

Lin Xuefei said adorably and innocently.

Jiang Caiyun gave Lin Xuefei an encouraging smile, then bade farewell to Zhou Yan and went off to attend to some matters.

It was only then that Zhou Yan realized they had stayed by his side for three days, even putting off many important things to do so.

Such dedication and selflessness truly commanded respect.

As Zhou Yan pondered this, within the depths of his mind, in the Thunder Flame Breaking Path Mountain, the Backlight Immortal Principle began to manifest. Zhou Yan used his blood to perform the Time Trace, observing the events of the past three days.

Zhou Yan discovered that he had been as lifeless as stagnant water, presenting no abnormalities, and subsequent events matched entirely with the exchanges he vaguely overheard, without any discrepancies.

Zhou Yan further invaded the enslaved Loh Jixu, using his soul power to recall the memories. As Zhou Yan slept, Loh Jixu did not, and he fully remembered everything from the outside world.

This scene completely aligned with Zhou Yan’s deductions, showing no anomalies.

In other words, the aura of the Thunder Sovereign, the Thunder Seal, and all other secrets were not exposed in the slightest.

Upon realizing this, Zhou Yan could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"Zhou Yan, why do you seem a bit dazed? Before, when I saw you, you were indeed, well, very attractive, very wise and outstanding."

At this moment, Lin Xuefei remarked with some curiosity.

As she spoke, there was still a hint of her adorable and endearing demeanor, which naturally invoked a protective instinct in others.

Zhou Yan stopped his thoughts and just smiled slightly, saying, "Just thinking about some things."

When Zhou Yan smiled, Lin Xuefei stared at him as if she were a flower fanatic, leaving Zhou Yan with a somewhat inexplicable strange feeling.

It felt as if Lin Xuefei were a somewhat dazed man, and he, Zhou Yan, an extraordinary woman, and then this dazed man became completely infatuated with her at first sight.

This bizarre feeling arose, and Zhou Yan realized that Lin Xuefei was attracted by his appearance and temperament and had fallen for him at first sight.

Yet, Zhou Yan did not smile bitterly. This kind of love at first sight often bursts forth with unimaginable power, especially for a charmingly naive and adorable girl like Lin Xuefei, who might completely abandon all reasoning and give herself wholeheartedly.

This situation was somewhat similar to Mo Yuyao back then, but the two had true differences.

"I’m just a fool; what you saw earlier was just one of my traits, and my biggest trait is being dumb and silly."

Zhou Yan deliberately downplayed himself.

"Ah, dumb and silly? Then you’re really too, too pitiful. But Zhou Yan, don’t worry, I will be very nice to you in the Ziwei Sect, don’t be sad."

Lin Xuefei said with some concern.

Her watery eyes were extremely clear, without any impurities, as if they could see through a person’s heart.

Zhou Yan’s spirit was shaken by such eyes; he hadn’t expected this girl to be so simple and pure-hearted. Such sincerity and simple innocence really made it hard for Zhou Yan to deceive her any further.

No matter the outcome, Zhou Yan didn’t want to harm such an adorable girl in the slightest. But that inexplicable fondness had been sown, and Zhou Yan could only let things take their course.

Perhaps letting things take their course is also the best way to handle it.

And Jiang Caiyun, didn’t she clearly understand Lin Xuefei’s character? Otherwise, why would she give encouraging looks?

Sometimes, it is precisely because one understands too well that once something happens, the result is already foreseeable.

This is fate, this is destiny, a unique trajectory of fate that even immortal beings cannot avoid.

Rules are, after all, rules. The life journey that grows and changes within these rules, even if the process is immortal, the immortal process is still a kind of destiny. This destiny transcends the fate of ordinary Bitter Sea lives, but no matter the kind of destiny, it’s still destiny.

Zhou Yan was silent for a moment and already thought of the result.

So after gently exhaling, his heart became completely at ease.

At this mental state and realm, many things can be understood with just a thought.

Even if it’s passive, perhaps favored, some things are unavoidable; avoiding them is escaping.

Zhou Yan smiled faintly and said, "Silly girl, I was just joking; don’t take it seriously. I was just thinking about some things earlier, but now I’ve figured it out, and I’m alright."

"Ah, so you were deceiving me. You’re so bad, just like Master, always bullying Xuefei."

Lin Xuefei said adorably.

That coquettish tone always reminded Zhou Yan of Mo Yuyao, thinking of Mo Yuyao’s same kind of cuteness, the same bright demeanor, the same sort of pure, naive character. Zhou Yan’s heart felt an indescribable feeling.

Collecting his thoughts, Zhou Yan found it hard to treat this naive girl as Mo Yuyao and couldn’t let his affection move him to do anything rash.

So he just smiled lightly, not engaging further with Lin Xuefei.

Though Lin Xuefei was adorably naive and cute, she was not a fool. Seeing Zhou Yan’s lack of enthusiasm, her face showed a trace of disappointment immediately.

Her emotions could not be hidden, entirely visible on her face. Disappointment was disappointment, happiness was happiness, extremely pure.

Her eyes dimmed slightly but continued to look brightly at Zhou Yan with some doubt, "Zhou Yan, are you feeling unwell, or is there something troubling you? If you’re in a bad mood, Xuefei can keep you company for a walk, to relax. When Xuefei is feeling down, she loves looking at the view from Ziwei Mountain’s summit in the Ziwei Sect."

Lin Xuefei’s enthusiasm and concern remained constant.

Her simple words carried a special and sincere emotion.

Zhou Yan’s heart skipped a beat again.

A trace of bitterness appeared on his face.

All his life, Zhou Yan was never weaker than anyone, not afraid of schemes, not afraid of plots. But encountering such a truly innocent and naive girl, she, instead, was his greatest vulnerability.

Zhou Yan found that facing such a girl, he was... at a loss.

"Let’s go, accompany me for a walk."

Thinking it through, Zhou Yan decided to completely put his heart at ease, let his heart be as calm as still water, and relive the feeling of the Supreme Forget Love. In doing so, Zhou Yan’s heart truly settled. The element influenced by Lin Xuefei’s innocent life chart gradually vanished.

Zhou Yan was able to regain himself, akin to avoiding the enchanting power of the Jade Fox Clan before, feeling somewhat light and almost ethereal.

Zhou Yan knew this was a change in himself, a growth.