Chapter 242: Immortal Reincarnation? Chance Encounter with Dongfang Mingyue!

Chapter 242: Immortal Reincarnation? Chance Encounter with Dongfang Mingyue!

"After completing the mission, I can go find my husband."

Liu Qingqing put away the Communication Jade Token, a smile inevitably forming on her lips.

Zhu Qin, who was following beside her, didn't need to think to know that she had received a message from Young Master Gu of the Gu Family.

The Saintess was usually reserved and seldom spoke much,

especially not with many words.

But when she was with Young Master Gu, it was entirely different.

This time, she was on a mission and was also going to visit the Gu Family to fulfill a promise she made to Young Master Gu earlier.

Last time, when Young Master Gu of the Heavenly Cold Sect was attacked, Yayun took the chance to flee from the sect during the chaos.

But he was secretly followed by her and was beheaded!

The Heavenly Cold Sect didn't care about Yayun's death; even the Sixth Elder casually dismissed it, suggesting that Yayun might have died from the aftermath of a Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm's attack.

They didn't even investigate.

Zhu Qin knew that it was all because Liu Qingqing had become the Sect Saintess, coupled with the power Young Master Gu had shown.

As such, no one cared about Yayun, who had chosen the wrong side and deserved sect punishment anyway.

He was dead, and that was that!

"Saintess, the person who needs rescuing should be in this city."

Yayun looked at the map and said with a cupped-fist salute.

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"Hmm."

Liu Qingqing nodded slightly and headed towards the city.

Their mission wasn't anything difficult; it merely involved a family from Wuzhou in the Northern Domain, which was under the aegis of the Heavenly Cold Sect.

The family's young master was injured by someone and sought the Heavenly Cold Sect's help for treatment and to investigate the attacker's identity.

It wasn't dangerous but merely provided her with a reason to visit her husband.

The two directly flew through the air and didn't enter through the city gate.

The guards on the city wall initially wanted to stop them but, upon seeing one of them wearing the Heavenly Cold Sect's attire, immediately silenced themselves and greeted them with a fist-palm salute, allowing them to enter the city.

Especially since both women were not old yet their realms were both at the Ruins Realm.

Clearly, they also held high statuses in the Heavenly Cold Sect.

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Before long, the two arrived in front of the Chen Family estate in the city.

Seeing that it was people from the Heavenly Cold Sect, the Chen Family Head hurriedly came out to welcome them.

"Chen Sanhe, greets the Fairy."

"Please come inside, Fairies!"

The Chen Family Head first greeted Zhu Qin, who was dressed in the attire of a direct disciple, and then paid respects to Liu Qingqing.

His realm was only at the Sixth Grade Refining Void Realm, and the Chen Family wasn't considered a major clan; even their highest realm elder was just at the Seventh Grade Unlimited Realm, hence their reliance on the Heavenly Cold Sect.

Liu Qingqing didn't mind these details and followed him into the family estate.

It was not until they were seated that Chen Sanhe realized Liu Qingqing's status seemed higher than that of a direct disciple.

"Is this Fairy also a disciple of the Heavenly Cold Sect?"

He couldn't help but cautiously ask.

"She is the Heavenly Cold Sect Saintess."

Zhu Qin casually replied.

Hearing this, Chen Sanhe shuddered.

His minor family affairs had brought the Saintess herself?

He had heard plenty of rumors about the Saintess, although most of them involved the Gu Family in the Northern Domain.

Actually, for his family's issue, having a direct disciple come was already beyond his expectations.

They just wanted to request an elixir and investigate the attacker a bit.

"Chen begs forgiveness for my short-sightedness, Saintess."

Chen Sanhe quickly got up and respectfully saluted Liu Qingqing.

"Tell us, what exactly happened." Liu Qingqing didn't care about those details, she only wanted to quickly resolve the issue and then go find her husband.

"Please speak for my Chen Family..."

Hearing her ask about the situation, Chen Sanhe immediately began to talk non-stop.

His son was merely dining in a city restaurant when a woman cut him down into a cripple with a single stroke!

Now they sought an elixir from the Heavenly Cold Sect, lest his line end...

After hearing Chen Sanhe's account, the two exchanged looks and frowned.

When they took the mission from the sect, they heard it involved a cripple, but they hadn't expected such a method of crippling...

Neither had the intention to personally treat him now.

Zhu Qin directly took out a Jade Bottle containing a Dark Grade Top Grade elixir and placed it on the table: "This elixir should be enough for your son to continue... his limbs."

"Any news about the person who struck?"

The elixir was provided by the sect for the task, but besides delivering it, they also needed to investigate the other party.

"There is!"

"That person should still be here."

"And..."

Chen Sanhe felt somewhat relieved seeing the elixir, but when he mentioned that person, he glanced unnaturally at Liu Qingqing.

"What is it?"

"Could that person have something to do with the Saintess?" Zhu Qin asked with a frown, displeased.

"Indeed, it has a slight connection to the Saintess..."

Chen Sanhe's words made both of them stunned.

Liu Qingqing didn't know anyone in Wuzhou other than through her sect; how could that person be connected to her?

"That person... recently used spirit stones as a reward for information on the Gu Family."

"Any news about Young Master Gu, if told to her, would earn a mid-grade spirit stone."

Chen Sanhe cautiously said.

He had heard that the current Saintess of the Heavenly Cold Sect was indeed the wife of the current Young Master of the Northern Domain's Gu Family.

The person inquiring about Young Master Gu must have a connection with the Saintess.

"Inquiring about my husband?"

Liu Qingqing was startled upon hearing this and immediately inquired about the person's current location.

"He's in the Chenxiang Building..."

Chen Sanhe decisively mentioned the location.

Seeing that the two were about to leave immediately, he hurriedly added, "That person is not low in realm, at the Sixth Grade Refining Void Realm."

"Shouldn't the two Fairies seek assistance from the Heavenly Cold Sect's Elder...?"

Liu Qingqing simply walked away without a care.

Even Zhu Qin did not seem concerned.

What's the big deal about a Sixth Grade Void Refinement Realm cultivator?

*In the vast expanse of Wuzhou, Sixth Grade Void Refinement Realm cultivators weren't few and far between, but one who dared to challenge the Heavenly Cold Sect? That's practically unheard of.*

*Besides, the two of them weren't necessarily heading into combat with the opposition. They were merely gathering information.*

...

Meanwhile, in the Heavenly Suite at Chenxiang Building...

Dongfang Mingyue frowned occasionally.

*After arriving in the Northern Domain, she had adhered to the principle of 'know yourself and your enemy, and you'll win every battle.' Her first course of action was to investigate the Gu Family, particularly the Young Master Gu.*

*For caution's sake, she didn't head directly to Qingzhou, where the Gu Family resided, but rather started probing in the neighboring Wuzhou.*

*Yet the information she gathered in recent days only seemed to muddle her thoughts further.*

*There were truths and falsehoods mixed together; she had sorted out the details repeated by many sources and tentatively deemed them the most reliable.*

Staring at the reports sprawled across the table, Dongfang Mingyue muttered under her breath, "What's up with this guy anyway...?"

"The most frequent claim is that he had no talent for cultivation before the age of eighteen—it's probably ninety percent true."

"But the other claims are far too fantastical."

"One sword strike killing a cultivator surpassing a minor realm? I'd say that's decent enough strength."

"But advancing from a Mortal Body to Ruins Realm within a year? Even in Central State, I've never heard of anyone progressing that quickly."

"And successfully escaping from the hands of a Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm cultivator? Seriously, are they kidding?"

*Dongfang Mingyue felt her head ache as she looked at the reports.*

*The stories had grown even more ridiculous over the past few days.*

"Recently, Qingzhou has been spreading rumors that Young Master Gu is actually the reincarnation of an Immortal, and has already reclaimed his Immortal Artifact and Immortal Law inheritance from the Gu Family."

"An Immortal reincarnated... seriously?"

"And then there's this news—True Dragon sightings at the Gu Family Mansion. Obviously, it's just that Young Dragon."

*After a brief analysis, Dongfang Mingyue concluded that the rumors had been severely exaggerated.*

*Judging by the overall intelligence gathered recently,*

*she surmised that whatever fortuitous encounter Young Master Gu had stumbled upon must've allowed him to rapidly advance after eighteen years of stagnation.*

*But as for the Immortal reincarnation theory? That seemed far-fetched, not credible in the least.* *After all, people even managed to exaggerate that Young Dragon into being a True Dragon! Such ignorance.*

"And that guy even took the Young Dragon in as his child bride?"

"Didn't expect Young Master Gu to be quite the romantic..."

*Dongfang Mingyue curled her lips in mild disdain.*

"This kind of person—worthy of being called an Immortal reincarnated? Please."

*She couldn't help but think that he must've gained his current renown only by relying on the immense power of the Gu Family.*

*As for choosing a Daoist Couple herself, she would never be so casual.*

*She would certainly choose one stronger than herself, someone whose strength was worthy of her respect, at least!*

*No way she was going to settle for anything less.*

*With these thoughts swirling in her mind, she headed downstairs to start today's investigation.*

Seated in a private room on the second floor, she placed a placard in the window: [For any information about the Gu Family or Young Master Gu, one Mid-Grade Spirit Stone as a reward. For important information, one High-Grade Spirit Stone as a reward.]

Far above, at an altitude of several thousand meters, the Dongfang Family's Sage Realm Ancestor stroked his beard and chuckled lightly.

"This girl isn't as reckless as I thought; she has some cleverness."

"I had assumed she would charge straight to the Gu Family. Seems I over-worried."

*Given his understanding of her character, it would have been typical of her to directly confront the Gu Family.*

*But on deeper reflection, she likely perceived herself as being alone in the Northern Domain, without the shield of the Dongfang Family backing her, and thus restrained herself.*

"Ah well, let her have her escapade."

The Dongfang Family's Sage Realm expert smiled amiably, remaining inconspicuous. As long as there was no danger, he resolved to let the girl undergo some trials in the Northern Domain.

*Even if she did end up confronting the Gu Family, he could always approach the Gu Family's Ancestor himself, who certainly wouldn't make things difficult for her.*

Soon, quite a few people arrived at the door of the second-floor private room, trading information for Mid-Grade Spirit Stones.

But Dongfang Mingyue wasn't satisfied.

*The information that was offered was mostly repetitive or speculative rumors, providing little value.*

"Seems like that's all the intelligence there is."

"Tomorrow, I'll set off for Qingzhou. I, Sword Immortal, must see for myself whether this Young Master of the Gu Family truly is an Immortal reincarnated!"

*Dongfang Mingyue shook her head, intending to retrieve the placard as there was no longer any worthwhile information.*

But at that moment, two figures approached the private room's entrance.

"Why does the lady seek information about Young Master Gu?"

Standing behind a screen, Liu Qingqing could make out a figure seated within, but couldn't see their face.

Still, she asked directly.

*As for the Chen Family, she wasn't particularly bothered by them.*

"Are you from the Gu Family?"

*Dongfang Mingyue's eyes lit up upon hearing the question, assuming that her inquiry into the Gu Family had attracted their attention.*

*She wasn't concerned; if her actions caught the Gu Family's notice, it might actually prove advantageous to her.*

"You could say that."

From inside the private room came a woman's voice, which took Liu Qingqing by surprise.

The moment her words fell, the woman invited them, saying, "Why not sit down for a chat?"

Liu Qingqing exchanged a glance with Zhu Qin and, feeling assured that the other woman was unlikely to attack, stepped inside directly.

Circumnavigating the screen, she finally saw the one offering a reward for Gu Family information—a young woman dressed in strong clothes typically worn for training, with a striking air of heroism and a look of refined beauty.

"Are you here to hold me to account, or...?"

*Dongfang Mingyue's gaze swept over the pair, lingering slightly longer on Liu Qingqing, whose charm intrigued her. This woman was quite attractive, and what startled Dongfang Mingyue even more was that her talent appeared comparable to her own!*

The Northern Domain also boasts such genius?

The girl was no more than a youth, yet she had already reached the mid-stage of the Ruins Realm, presumably due to the barren Northern Domain hindering her cultivation speed.

Had she cultivated in the Central State, she surely would have reached the Void Refinement Realm just like myself.

"We are but disciples of the Heavenly Cold Sect."

"Why would you strike at the Young Master of the Chen Family?"

"Moreover, where do you hail from?"

Zhu Qin took the lead and asked with a cupped fist, probing.

The other party seemed somewhat out of the ordinary.

Young as she was and already in the Sixth Grade Refining Void Realm—such a genius had never been heard of before in Wuzhou.

It was essential to feel out the details first!

"Tsks."

"That fellow, relying on his family's power, sought to abduct a villager's daughter; I, simply passing by and seeing injustice, drew my sword to assist, cutting off his means to harm others."

"Does the Heavenly Cold Sect intend to aide in such matters?"

Upon hearing that the two were disciples of the Heavenly Cold Sect, Dongfang Mingyue felt somewhat disappointed—they weren't messengers from the Gu Family.

Especially when mentioning that Young Master of the Chen Family, she showed a look of disdain.

However, right after speaking, her eyes suddenly lit up, turning to look at Liu Qingqing.

Her heart instantly guessed her identity.

A disciple from the Heavenly Cold Sect, who had earlier implied some connection to the Gu Family.

She must be Young Master Gu's wife from the Heavenly Cold Sect, the Saintess!

It was no wonder her talent was outstanding.

Such a pity, she thought—a talent like that having been deceived into becoming a Daoist couple with that Gu Family boy; even in Central State, she could have joined a Holy Land!

"These matters we in the Heavenly Cold Sect will investigate in due course."

"Nevertheless, shouldn't you at least leave some form of identification?"

Zhu Qin frowned, not expecting the underlying reason to be quite like this.

It seemed unlikely this person would intentionally lie, considering the confidence with which she spoke.

"From the Dongfang Family of Central State; tell the Heavenly Cold Sect that and it should suffice."

Dongfang Mingyue declared with a confident smile.

"Central State?"

Upon hearing this, both disciples were taken aback.

However, they soon realized, this young woman, appearing to be only in her early twenties yet already in the Sixth Grade Refining Void Realm, coming from Central State was not strange at all.

"So..."

"Are you here because of Yuan Youbai?"

Liu Qingqing suddenly understood. No wonder she had inquired about the Gu Family—she was from Central State.

Just like those who had come before, she must aim for Yuan Youbai.

"Round and white?"

"What are you even talking about?"

"You're Gu Changge's wife, aren't you?"

"To be straightforward, I have come here to take back the Young Dragon."

"I have stayed here long enough and plan to set out for the Gu Family tomorrow."

"You look quite decent; how about we travel together?"

"Accommodation and food included!"

Dongfang Mingyue muttered to herself about something round and white, but she didn't hide her motives, openly stating her quest for the Young Dragon.

She then winked and gestured to Liu Qingqing, suggesting they travel together.

...

Liu Qingqing didn't know what to say for a moment.

This person seemed to bear no goodwill, but appeared somehow different from those before. If there was a distinction to be made...

Although she had a purpose, she showed no apparent hostility.

"The matter of the Chen Family, we of the Heavenly Cold Sect will investigate. If it is as you have described, we shall not let it go easily and will make the Chen Family pay accordingly."

Eventually, she simply dropped a statement and turned to leave.

But Dongfang Mingyue continued to gesture after her: "Are you really not considering traveling together?"

Watching the two depart, she couldn't help muttering: "The Gu Family boy has really picked up something good—a talent unparalleled and an appearance charming. I am nearly moved by her, pity that I'm not equipped for that, alas!"

"I rued not being born a man; for as one, I would certainly be dashing and elegant, keeping company with fairies. How gallant that would be!"

With no other news at hand, she gathered up her token and returned to her room to rest, preparing for departure the next day.

After Liu Qingqing and the other left,

Zhu Qin couldn't help but say, "Shouldn't the Saintess inform Young Master Gu of this?"

"After all, she's from Central State and is bound to bring trouble."

Liu Qingqing paused in her stride but shook her head with absolute confidence: "There's no need; it poses no trouble for my husband."

To her, her husband inspired an inexplicable sense of trust.

She wasn't sure when this feeling had begun.

Perhaps it was when she was first elevated to an Acquired Spirit Body in the Gu Family.

Or perhaps it was when her husband effortlessly helped her win the position of Saintess in Duanbei City.

Or perhaps it was... that time outside the Heavenly Cold Sect, when her husband managed to rescue her from the hands of a Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm Great Power.

In her heart, her husband was simply omnipotent.

How would a Sixth Grade Refining Void Realm figure trouble her husband?

Not to mention going to the Northern Domain and the Gu Family, where the elders would hardly allow her husband to be bullied.

Especially since she had heard that the elder patriarch had broken through to the Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm.

Even if for the mere sake of concession, the elder patriarch had almost come to conflict with a Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm figure stationed with the Heavenly Cold Sect.

Now at Ninth Grade himself, the elder patriarch, with his degree of value for her husband, would never let him face any peril!

"You carry the news back to the Sect."

"I must make a trip to the Gu Family."

Liu Qingqing pondered briefly, not interested in delving into the Chen Family matter, deeming it more urgent to return to the Gu Family and inform her husband.

"That way, my husband would learn of it earlier, with ease in handling the situation."

As for Zhu Qin, she decided to return to the Sect straightaway to report on their mission.

Having concluded the discussion, Zhu Qin handed over a storage pouch to Liu Qingqing.

What lay inside was a severed head, along with an Image Keeping Pearl, which recorded the entire process of her slaying Yayun!

Liu Qingqing took the storage pouch, and they went their separate ways.

Even though Liu Qingqing said there was no need to inform her husband, she still intended to step ahead and arrive at the Gu Family before the girl from Central State, giving her husband a rough account of what had happened.

It would allow him to be conveniently prepared.

As for Zhu Qin, she reported to the Sect about the task at the first opportunity.