Chapter 298 Gentle Senior Brother 6 He wanted to go and see for himself up close whether she was truly as aloof as ice and completely immune to his charm.
Or is all of this just another trick of feigning indifference to lure someone in?
If it's the latter, he will let her know what the consequences will be for playing such tricks in front of the Tianyan Sect.
"This disciple will make preparations now and will choose a day to go to Hidden Peak."
Mu Yuan smiled, bowed, and took his leave.
The next day, an expensive spirit boat landed outside Hidden Peak Valley.
Mu Yuan wore a plain white robe, not the official attire of the sect leader, which would have highlighted his status, yet his noble bearing was still undeniable.
His lips held the same gentle smile as always.
"Look! It's the senior disciple from the main peak!"
"Is that the legendary Senior Brother Mu Yuan? What brings him here?"
"He really is handsome..."
The disciples came from all directions, curious yet somewhat reserved as they secretly gathered around to watch.
"Mu Yuan, what brings you here? Please come in, please come in!"
Upon hearing the news, Master Yunyan rushed over. He was initially surprised to see Mu Yuan, but then revealed a sincere smile.
"I am here to visit you, Uncle-Master, on the orders of my Master."
"I heard that my master has taken on a disciple. My master has prepared some small gifts to express his gratitude. I hope my master will not refuse."
Mu Yuan bowed with a gentle smile and handed over the storage bag in his hand.
He spoke very eloquently, giving Master Yunyan ample face.
The storage bag contained only some mid-to-high-grade spirit stones, pills, and refining materials, which were a drop in the ocean for the sect leader, but a considerable resource for Hidden Peak.
"I can't accept this! Senior Brother Sect Leader, you're too kind! This..."
Yunyan Zhenren was flattered and waved his hands repeatedly.
He was naturally shy and not good at refusing, but eventually accepted it gratefully after Mu Yuan's gentle insistence.
Mu Yuan was warmly invited into the sect's best tea room, where True Person Yun Yan personally accompanied him, while the other disciples curiously gathered around.
Mu Yuan was elegant in demeanor and witty in conversation, without any airs, and soon he was having a pleasant conversation with Master Yunyan.
However, out of the corner of his eye, he was constantly searching for that aloof figure.
She's not here.
Where is she?
Mu Yuan was slightly surprised.
"Senior brother, are you looking for junior sister? At this time, junior sister should be planting spiritual herbs in the courtyard."
Seemingly sensing his confusion, Zhao Ping'an spoke frankly.
"Oh? Junior Sister enjoys tending to spirit herbs?"
"Uncle-Master, now that I've arrived, I should go and greet my junior sister."
Mu Yuan's eyes flashed, and his smile became even more gentle.
Yunyan Zhenren naturally agreed without hesitation, and even thought that Mu Yuan was truly courteous.
So, led by Zhao Ping'an with great enthusiasm, Mu Yuan strolled casually toward Zi Xi's courtyard.
But they came up empty-handed; Zi Xi wasn't in the courtyard.
From afar, Mu Yuan could hear the sharp, clear sound of a sword slicing through the air.
Before a sparse bamboo grove, Zi Xi, dressed in a green robe, was practicing her swordsmanship with a very ordinary ironwood sword.
Her movements were not fancy, nor did they have any special moves; in fact, they were somewhat too simple.
Every move and every stance is incredibly precise, containing a unique rhythm and the ultimate control over power.
Sweat soaked Zi Xi's forehead, but she was completely unaware of it. Her eyes were frighteningly focused, and the spiritual energy around her flowed slowly with her sword moves. Although it was not overwhelming, it was exceptionally condensed and pure.
Mu Yuan stopped and gestured to Zhao Ping'an that there was no need to announce his arrival; he simply stood quietly at a distance and watched.
The longer he looked, the more astonished he became.
Her dedication to repairing the chain far exceeded his expectations.
Finally, after completing a set of sword techniques, Zi Xi stopped and stood still, slowly adjusting her breathing.
Zi Xi then noticed Mu Yuan and Zhao Ping'an not far away.
Her gaze swept over Mu Yuan, remaining as unmoved as before, and she merely nodded slightly.
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