The No.1 Undercover in the Immortal World-Chapter 138 Elder Hu Really is a Good Person (First Update)

Chapter 138: Chapter 138 Elder Hu Really is a Good Person (First Update)

After lunch, Lin Yun and the others took a short rest at Lin Yu’s house.

This rest was mainly to wait for Lin Yu.

Since she was returning to the Sword Sect, she naturally couldn’t wear her plain mortal attire, instead, she changed back into her Sword Sect disciple uniform.

From this small detail, one could see that she still had deep feelings for the Sword Sect.

Even though she knew that her current plight might have been orchestrated by someone within the Sword Sect, Lin Yu still considered herself a part of it—Lin Yun couldn’t agree with her thinking, but he could understand it.

So, he, Hu Yuling, and Zhao Lingyu quietly waited.

Now a mortal, Lin Yu needed to change her clothes and take a bath to cleanse herself.

Despite her swift movements, Lin Yun and the others still waited for about half an hour before Lin Yu hurried out from the inner room.

She was wearing a white outfit with blue trim and holding a longsword, which reminded Lin Yun of the PC game "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" he had played before—the Qionghua uniform looked quite similar to this.

With this outfit on, Lin Yun found that her aura was completely different from before; although still a mortal, she now had a fairy-like air about her.

Could it be that the Cultivation World also has the allure of uniforms?

Cough cough cough, I’m being inappropriate.

"I’ve kept you waiting," she said with a bow.

Hu Yuling waved her hand and said, "It’s fine. Since you’re going back to the sect, it’s only right that you dress up properly. Let’s set off now!"

As she spoke, her hand sparked with light, and a purple treasure sword appeared before her. Hu Yuling pinched her fingers around the hilt, and the treasure sword expanded significantly, reaching about two meters in length and three inches in width.

Hu Yuling jumped onto the levitating sword first, followed by Zhao Lingyu, who didn’t stand very close to Hu Yuling. Lin Yun didn’t think much of it and simply got on, only to find his position wasn’t ideal when Lin Yu also jumped on the sword.

It was like riding a motorcycle with a girl—there was no reason to let a man sit in the middle.

Moreover, Hu Yuling’s sword was not meant for carrying people, and usually would ferry just two; this time it was overloaded.

"This sword is mainly for combat and can’t get too big. Stand closer together," she said.

As the three of them adjusted their positions, Hu Yuling suddenly accelerated and took off.

Caught off guard, the three instinctively leaned back. Lin Yun bumped into Zhao Lingyu’s arms, and Lin Yu into his, but fortunately, Lin Yun had some cultivation and quickly braced himself, simultaneously holding Lin Yu’s waist to prevent her from falling.

Hu Yuling’s face broke into a mischievous grin, looking forward to seeing how Lin Yun and Lin Yu would act out this scene.

After a moment of panic, Lin Yu finally said, "I’m okay," obviously feeling embarrassed.

Lin Yun quickly let go of her, but when a gust of wind made Lin Yu sway again, he promptly held her shoulders.

Toucing the waist was off-limits, but the shoulders should be fine, right?

It was all Hu Yuling’s doing on purpose. She could have easily cast a wind-stabilizing charm for smooth flight, but she wanted to watch the drama unfold.

Lin Yun’s reaction was a bit of a letdown for her. Is that all?

Aren’t you going to take advantage of the situation?

Look how clever Zhao Lingyu is.

With her cultivation level, Zhao Lingyu should have no problems standing firmly on the sword, but she clung to Lin Yun as if frightened.

Tsk tsk tsk, such seduction is pointless!

Lin Yun wasn’t focused on what was happening behind him; firstly, he didn’t feel much, and secondly, Lin Yu was attracting too much of his attention.

The speed of the Flying Sword was fast, and soon the group arrived in the woods and found Big Red resting.

The overloaded Flying Sword had reached its station, and it was time to transfer.

The acolyte was somewhat curious about Lin Yu who had suddenly appeared, but he did not inquire further. 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Big Red spread its wings and soared high, heading towards Sword Peak.

Lin Yu knelt on the bird’s back with a blank expression, her heartbeat suddenly increasing considerably.

For some reason, she felt anxious, as though she was about to lose something.

Lin Yun noticed her abnormality and asked in a soft voice, "Are you okay?"

Lin Yu shook her head, indicating that she was fine.

"If you feel unwell, just let me know."

"Mhm."

As they were conversing, Sword Peak loomed close, and from high above, a group of people could be seen waiting outside the gates of the Sword Sect.

Having sent a formal invitation, it was proper protocol for them to send someone to greet Hu Yuling, a sect elder.

The one who came to greet them was also an elder, named Ming Xiu.

"Elder Yu Ling’s esteemed visit truly graces our Sword Sect with splendor. I am Ming Xiu, dispatched by the Sect Master to wait for your arrival once again."

"Elder Ming Xiu is too kind."

After Ming Xiu came forward, his first words were addressed to Hu Yuling. Zhao Lingyu stood to one side, smiling, but internally she was lamenting, "That year, at the age of twenty-eight, at the Sword Sect’s minor gathering, I stood like just another figure in the crowd."

As a princess, by protocol, she should have been the highest-ranking person present, but this was the reality of the Cultivation World, where the face of the Imperial Clan did not carry as much weight as the Shenxiao Sect.

Of course, Ming Xiu did not overlook her. Hu Yuling’s letter of invitation had also mentioned the Ninth Princess, so Ming Xiu gave a bow to Zhao Lingyu, saying, "I pay my respects to Ninth Princess."

"Elder, there is no need for such formality. There is no princess here, just an ordinary disciple of the Shenxiao Sect. You flatter me too much."

Ming Xiu bowed once more and turned his gaze to Lin Yun. Not recognizing him, he skipped over and his eyes finally rested on Lin Yu.

"Lin Yu, you’ve returned as well?"

He was puzzled about how Lin Yu ended up with this group.

Only Lin Yu’s master, Ming Xin, knew about the relationship between Lin Yun and Lin Yu; the other elders were unaware.

"We met in the town, and when I heard they were heading to the Sword Sect, I asked them to take me along so I could find my master for an important matter."

"Master Ming Xin is also in the great hall, please wait a moment."

After asking briefly about Lin Yu’s situation, Ming Xiu planned to dismiss her.

However, Hu Yuling suddenly spoke up, "There’s no need for such trouble. Since everyone is going to the great hall, we might as well go together."

Lin Yun silently gave Hu Yuling a thumbs-up, thinking to himself, Elder Hu is such a good person!

Hu Yuling: I just want to stir things up.

With Hu Yuling speaking out, it wouldn’t be appropriate for Ming Xiu to refuse, so he continued to lead the way with a smile on his face for everyone.

However, Lin Yu felt that things were getting more complicated.

Initially, she had wanted to find Ming Xin upon arriving at the Sword Sect.

And now, it turned out that Ming Xin was also in the great hall. He usually eschewed fame and disliked being part of the crowd, so why did he just happen to be there today?

Seeking help from her master seemed impossible now. At this moment, Lin Yu could only take one step at a time.

If a conflict did arise, she would have to fend for herself, finding a way to defuse the tension between the two parties...