"My lord, we, the Stone Barbarians, are made of stone. Our hearts are as firm as a rock and never waver. Although the turbid energy is powerful, it can only invade the bodies of those with weak wills and stir up the evil thoughts in their hearts."
"The turbid air poses little threat to our Barbarian Stone Clan, which is why the Creator God entrusted us with guarding this boundary marker," Chi Hu said respectfully.
"I see," Ruan Xiyan murmured.
The words of the chieftain of the Barbarian Stone Clan further confirmed her suspicions: the turbid energy was not invincible.
Turbid energy is a terrifying force. It is tangible yet intangible. The more one fears turbid energy, the more terrified one becomes, which will strengthen its power and allow one's mind to be controlled by it.
If one's mind is free of all thoughts and one's state of mind is peaceful, one can resist the temptation of negative influences and resist the desires and evil thoughts that these negative influences may arouse within one's heart.
This is why the Jiaxin Sect, which was not very strong at the time, was able to contend with the turbid energy to some extent with its internal cultivation techniques.
The ability to resist impure energy has nothing to do with strength; the most important thing is the resilience of one's mind. Only by remaining steadfast and unwavering in one's heart can one fundamentally prevent the invasion of impure energy.
This boundary marker is guarded by the Barbarian Stone Clan, so there's no need to worry too much about anyone plotting against it and releasing the foul air from the boundary marker.
Ruan Xiyan and Jun Yu then decided to leave the Barbarian Stone Clan.
"Sect Master, wait for me!"
As Ruan Xiyan stepped out of the Laoshan Ruins, a hurried voice came from behind her.
"Sect Master, have you forgotten about me?" Kuishan, who had caught up, said breathlessly.
"Are you still coming back to the Illusionary Hidden Sect with us?" Ruan Xiyan looked Kuishan up and down.
“Yes, as long as the sect leader doesn’t kick me out, I will always be a member of the Illusionary Concealment Sect.” Kuishan thought for a moment, then realized something was wrong and changed his words, “No! I am a member of the Illusionary Concealment Sect, that will never change.”
"Moreover, I admire strong people like Sect Master Ruan the most. Sect Master Ruan was able to persuade the clan leader to personally lead you to the Asura Sea, which makes me admire him to the point of prostration."
"Of course I want to stay in the Illusionary Concealment Sect founded by Sect Master Ruan. I will become stronger when I encounter stronger opponents, and in this way I can also become stronger." Kuishan said solemnly.
Looking at Kuishan's appearance, Ruan Xiyan smiled, noting his silly and simple-minded nature, which could be described as being single-minded.
"Let's go back to the Illusionary Concealment Sect together."
In the Huanyin Sect.
"Sister Yan, you're back. How did things go?" Yu Qiqi asked.
"It went quite smoothly."
Yu Qiqi sidled up to Ruan Xiyan and whispered, "Sister Yan, you've come back just in time. There's going to be a good show later."
"What good show?" Ruan Xiyan asked in confusion.
“Jiang Lin came to me and Mu Ze in a mysterious way yesterday, said a lot of nice things, and asked us for help. He wants to confess his feelings to Wanwan.”
“We see that Jiang Lin is sincere, and Wanwan’s attitude towards him is sometimes quite different. Wanwan is always alone in her room researching poisons.”
"This boy's lively and unruly nature is the complete opposite of Wanwan's quiet and reserved personality. Although he makes a lot of noise, he can make Wanwan laugh. When Wanwan is with him, she smiles much more."
"So we agreed to act as matchmakers, to arrange a meeting between him and Wanwan, and to give Wanwan a surprise."
“That’s right,” Lin Muze chimed in. “I heard that Jiang Lin also acquired a treasure, which he boasted about as incredibly powerful and mysterious. He said he would give this hard-won treasure to Wanwan and then use the opportunity to express his feelings.”
“The plan is going very well,” Ruan Xiyan affirmed, a hint of a smile in her voice. “Then let’s wait and see.”
A hint of excitement, like watching gossip, rose in her eyes. Wanwan had always been alone. To be honest, Jiang Lin was capable and responsible, and quite suitable for Wanwan.
She's happy to help someone find happiness, but whether it's ultimately suitable depends on Wanwan's own decision; Wanwan's opinion is the most important.
In a peach grove on the back hill, Luo Wanyin, who had been invited in advance, sat quietly.
"Jiang Lin really knows how to pick a place. He's chosen this spot, and the atmosphere is perfect," Yu Qiqi remarked from the shadows.
Lin Muze continued, "This peach grove was planted by Sister Yan for Brother Jun. Now, this place is a very famous scenic spot in the Illusionary Hidden Sect. Many male and female disciples in the Illusionary Hidden Sect have successfully expressed their feelings here."
Ruan Xiyan raised an eyebrow, "It seems I've unintentionally facilitated quite a few marriages."
"Sister Yan and Brother Jun are so loving, coming here to express our feelings can also bring them some of your joy and blessings, increasing our chances of success," Lin Muze joked.
Upon hearing this, Jun Yu and Ruan Xiyan exchanged a smile, both in high spirits, and said with a slightly arrogant tone, "Those disciples have good taste."
"Shh! He's here, Jiang Lin is here." Yu Qiqi said quickly, staring at Jiang Lin who appeared in front of her.
The four of them hid behind a huge rock, poking their heads out, their eyes gleaming with gossip as they excitedly looked ahead.
Jiang Lin slowly walked up behind Luo Wanyin. Luo Wanyin turned her head to look after hearing the noise.
When she saw who it was, Luo Wanyin looked puzzled. "Jiang Lin? It's you. Didn't Qiqi say she had something to talk to me about and asked me to come here?"
Jiang Lin walked up to Luo Wanyin somewhat nervously. "It's not Elder Yu, I have something to discuss with you."
"Just tell me what's on your mind. Is there something you don't understand about poison making?" Luo Wanyin asked patiently.
Jiang Lin shook his head.
“It’s not about making poison.” Luo Wanyin frowned. “Then why did you invite me here?”
Upon seeing Jiang Lin arrive for the appointment, Luo Wanyin guessed that it was Qi Qi who was behind it. She had been wondering why Qi Qi would specifically ask her to meet at the peach grove behind the mountain if she wanted to talk about something.
Looking at Jiang Linshi, who was now standing awkwardly and uneasy in front of her, unlike his usual flamboyant self, Luo Wanyin felt that something was amiss.
But she couldn't quite put her finger on what was wrong, so her first instinct was to escape.
"If there's nothing else, I'll return to the poison-making room to continue my research into poisons."
Before Luo Wanyin could turn around, Jiang Lin grabbed her wrist. He took a deep breath and mustered his courage to say, "Elder Luo, I like you."
After saying that, his heart felt like it was about to jump out of his chest, as if a deer was pounding wildly inside him, and he couldn't calm it down no matter what he did.
"That's it?! And he still calls me Elder Luo? Idiot! This kid's confession skills are terrible." Lin Muze, hiding to the side, complained speechlessly, "He's nowhere near as good as me. I should have taught him some tips."
Yu Qiqi glanced at him and crossed her arms. "I don't think you were much better back then. You were like a blockhead. You're just blaming others for your own faults."
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