Chapter 262: Chapter 32: Arrest

Five days later.

An exceptionally luxurious carriage slowly entered the road leading to the martial academy.

It was close to dusk at the time.

Inside the carriage, Lin Yuan lifted the curtain and looked at the sky outside: "Going to see my master at this time is indeed discourteous. It’s just that I haven’t seen my junior sister for a while and do miss her quite a bit."

Shortly afterward, the carriage steadily stopped at the entrance of his courtyard.

As he stepped into the inner room, he found Zhu Lingshan practicing martial arts techniques while Xiaoyun was beside her arranging for the servants to clean.

Lin Yuan had just stepped into the inner room.

"Young Master, you’re back."

Xiaoyun looked thrilled and hurried over.

Seeing Xiaoyun’s joyful, hopping demeanor, Lin Yuan couldn’t help but smile.

As the little girl approached.

Lin Yuan extended his hand and flicked her forehead lightly with his finger.

"Ah!" Xiaoyun covered her forehead, tearfully saying: "Naughty Young Master, just returned and already bullying me. Hmph!"

"Haha." Lin Yuan reached out to rub Xiaoyun’s head and handed over a paper bag scented with oil: "Your favorite osmanthus cake. Do you want it?"

"Young Master treats me so well." Xiaoyun’s eyes lit up, she quickly accepted it, and praised him.

At this moment, Zhu Lingshan had already finished her martial practice and stood in front of Lin Yuan, gazing at him with a smile.

The affection in her eyes seemed almost liquid.

"Junior sister, it’s been a while."

Lin Yuan reached over and wrapped his arm around her waist, drawing her into his embrace.

He saw Zhu Lingshan’s amorous demeanor.

As the saying goes, absence makes the heart grow fonder, especially for women; they are most moved at such times.

"Without me by your side, you’ve grown thin from hunger." Lin Yuan smiled slightly, whispering in Zhu Lingshan’s ear.

Zhu Lingshan was surprised to hear this and retorted, "Not at all. Even though my elder brother isn’t here, I haven’t lagged in martial arts progress."

Lin Yuan’s face darkened slightly, and amid her puzzled gaze, his large hand quietly measured.

Zhu Lingshan was instantly startled, a visible flush of red appearing on her face.

Luckily, the servants knew it was a private moment between the couple, and even Xiaoyun quietly stepped aside. Otherwise, she’d die of embarrassment.

"Bah, you rascal!"

She hurriedly pushed Lin Yuan away and fled to the dining room as if escaping.

After dinner, in the bedroom, Lin Yuan naturally indulged in the softness and warmth.

Lying by the bedside, Zhu Lingshan, covered in sweat, had already fallen into a deep sleep.

Lin Yuan smacked his lips: "Cultivating indeed requires the balance of yin and yang; otherwise, it lacks flavor."

This round of exertion had managed to tame quite a bit of the volatile yang energy from cultivating the Great Sun Essence.

The next morning.

Zhu Lingshan tidied Lin Yuan’s robes, watching his increasingly upright posture, her love deepening.

Although she rarely ventured outside in the martial academy, she heard rumors occasionally. Especially a while ago when gossip about Lin Yuan was rampant, she realized Lin Yuan was at the center of a storm.

But she understood Lin Yuan well enough to know that her husband would manage all those issues.

Within merely seven days, all rumors were indeed shattered as she had predicted.

"Brother." Zhu Lingshan softly called out.

Lin Yuan lowered his head to look at her, his gaze somewhat puzzled.

Zhu Lingshan smiled faintly and gently said: "Come back early."

Lin Yuan smiled tenderly, pulled her into his arms, and kissed her forehead lightly.

Turning around, he headed towards the Long-Browed Daoist’s residence.

Steward Xue was still respectfully waiting outside the main gate.

"Young Master Lin, the lord is in the study, you can proceed directly." Steward Xue’s attitude towards Lin Yuan had already changed significantly, even using honorifics.

Lin Yuan’s status had altered; he was no longer someone a mere steward could provoke.

The last time he had seen Lin Yuan, the latter was merely a disciple who had just entered the Condensed Essence stage, but now, after barely two months of training, he could defeat such top-rank talents as He Run.

This rising star allowed no neglect on his part.

Lin Yuan nodded slightly, following Steward Xue’s steps, on his way to the Long-Browed Daoist’s study.

Knock knock.

After knocking, Lin Yuan stepped into the study.

The Long-Browed Daoist was observing an opened scroll, deeply engrossed.

"Disciple greets Master."

Lin Yuan cupped his hands and bowed.

Upon seeing the visitor, the Long-Browed Daoist bloomed into a smile, standing up and carefully scrutinizing Lin Yuan.

The Long-Browed Daoist furrowed his brows, chastising with a smile: "Lin Yuan, this old man, your exploits have made my heart pound, almost stopping my breath one day."

"Master, what are you saying? You’re a martial artist of the Ling Yuan stage, don’t tease your disciple." Lin Yuan chuckled bitterly.

Lin Yuan’s words made the Long-Browed Daoist very pleased, so he nodded contentedly: "I called you back this time; you must have anticipated it somewhat."

After speaking, the Long-Browed Daoist handed over the scroll: "I took the second divine picture, Sunshine Cloud Map, from the academy warehouse for you. You must study it thoroughly and strive for early understanding."

Seeing this, Lin Yuan hurriedly received it with both hands.

The second divine picture, Sunshine Cloud Map, was something he had coveted for a long time. Now that he finally held it, his speed in cultivating Great Sun Essence could accelerate to another level.

Previously, condensing a meridian required ten days. Lin Yuan estimated, once he finished studying the Sunshine Cloud Map, the condensation time might be reduced to around seven days.

Suppressing the surge in his heart, Lin Yuan immediately cupped his fists: "Thank you, Master."

But the Long-Browed Daoist simply waved it off: "Defeating He Run was a deserved reward."

"You are now ranked eighty-eighth in the academy, certainly giving the old man a big surprise."

Lin Yuan cupped his hands, appearing extremely calm.

Seeing Lin Yuan’s calm demeanor, the Long-Browed Daoist grew even more satisfied: "Calling you back this time, besides giving you the second divine picture, there’s another matter to inform you of."

"Following the news of your victory over He Run reaching the academy, the Elder Council deliberated to list you as a seed candidate for the juniors."

"Seed candidate?" Lin Yuan’s gaze puzzled, turning towards Long-Browed.

Long-Browed Daoist stroked his beard, speaking earnestly: "Disciple, being a backup seed has numerous advantages, unlocking the academy’s various resources for you. You just need to boldly display your talent now. Once you enter the top fifty in the academy’s disciple ranking, you can become an official seed and have the prospect of joining the Fire Crow Sect."

"This matter concerns your martial path future; you must spare no effort."

"Lin Yuan complies."

Long-Browed Daoist reminded once more: "Moreover, estimate the days, the outbreak of Black Dragon Lake’s water demon is approaching soon. After handling this, head to Changle Village. Ensure Changle Village is under your control!"

Lin Yuan merely nodded in silence.

Black Dragon Lake has spirit fish. So, what resources does Changle Village possess?

After assigning all matters, the Long-Browed Daoist further guided Lin Yuan on martial path cultivation.

While the two discussed.

An immensely robust middle-aged man stormed in, leading a squad, clad in black robes with uniformed swords at the waist, directly entering Long-Browed Daoist’s residence gate.

Steward Xue saw the costume of the arrivals and immediately grew vigilant.

"Deputy Hall Master Geng, what brings you here?"

Though the visitor was Geng Ting, the deputy hall master of the law enforcement team, Steward Xue remained neither servile nor overbearing.

While the entourage behind Geng Ting exuded a murderous aura.

The brawny man raised an eyebrow and coldly said: "Where is Lin Yuan?"

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