Chapter 1172, Eldest Senior Brother From the Xian Yun Practice Grounds; Get Closer to Him

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

In the hall, the Elders and their Disciples who arrived at a later time were puzzled as to why the Palace Master had told all of them to return.

 

Just then, an Elder mentioned that the birthday of the King of Land of Celestial Suffering was around the corner. Many Elders from the Imperial Celestial Palace had been invited. He intended to ask Ling Qiuchang about his stance.

 

Although the Imperial Celestial Palace and Land of Celestial Suffering were not enemies, they were not close either.

 

The situation in the Primary Hope Civilisation was chaotic. The Elders avoided taking a side too early as they were worried it would invite unnecessary trouble.

 

Ling Qiuchang did not care about Chu Gucheng’s birthday party. Although he had come into contact with Chu Gucheng before, they were not close friends. Whether he would attend his birthday party depended on how well things went for Ling Yuxian’s plan.

 

If their Founder was about to return, it was more important than any other matter.

 

The Imperial Celestial Palace was on the decline. The reappearance of their Founder would surely shock the entire Primary Hope Civilisation. Ling Qiuchang was eager and expectant about this and not someone’s birthday.

 

“I wonder why the Palace Master has summoned all the Elders to return? Even when the Forces of the Primary Hope Civilisation collaborated to deal with the remnants of the Black Disaster, such a thing did not happen.”

 

“If I hadn’t looked into the Imperial Celestial Palace’s River of Fortuity and discovered that there are no signs of any calamity, I would’ve suspected that a powerful enemy was coming to destroy us.”

 

Presently, outside the palaces of the Imperial Celestial Palace, two dazzling golden avenues penetrated the universe and approached from afar.

 

Elder Jiu Lin looked like an Immortal as his robe flapped with the wind. He was heading to the hall along with the Disciples from his Practice Grounds.

 

Presently, on another golden path beside him. An alluring lady was speaking to him with a smile. She was making fun of the important gathering.

 

This alluring lady was also an Elder from the Imperial Celestial Palace, but she was not as powerful as Elder Jiu Lin. She was only in the Third Decay. Her Disciples called her Elder Xian Yun.

 

She and Elder Jiu Lin had been friends for a long time.

 

It so happened that she was also bringing the Disciples of her Practice Grounds back to the Imperial Celestial Palace. When they came across each other while on their way, they decided to return to the Imperial Celestial Palace together.

 

There were more female Disciples in Elder Xian Yun’s Practice Grounds. As such, Elder Jiu Lin’s Disciples were curious about the young man among the female Disciples.

 

Even Jing Xiao could not help but look at him for a longer time. She could hardly conceal her surprise.

 

The young man was clad in white clothes, which were just as spotless as he was. Not only was he extremely handsome, but he was also graceful.

 

It was as though he had stepped out of an ancient painting. His gentle gaze could easily make anyone take a liking to him.

 

Elder Jiu Lin was not even aware that there was such an elegant and brilliant young Disciple in the Xian Yun Practice Grounds. He could not help but take a longer look at him while feeling envious.

 

It was apparent that such a Disciple was gifted. There was no doubt he had a bright future.

 

Elder Jiu Lin initially thought that they were lucky enough to have Jing Xiao in his Jiu Lin Practice Grounds. Much to his surprise, there was such an extraordinary Disciple in the Xian Yun Practice Grounds.

 

He wondered if the young man carried with him great Fortuity or an Exotic Treasure, for he could not tell how powerful the latter was.

 

He had never seen the young man before. Perhaps Elder Xian Yun had deliberately hidden him from all of them?

 

At the thought of this, Elder Jiu Lin appeared doubtful.

 

Elder Xian Yun noticed their expressions. Knowing what was on their minds, she explained with a smile, “Senior Brother, I’m sure you’ve heard that there’s an Eldest Senior Brother of the current generation in the Xian Yun Practice Grounds who has been in seclusion for a long time. He is gifted and has been peerless since a young age.”

 

Upon hearing that, Elder Jiu Lin and the others finally understood what was going on.

 

He had indeed heard that there was a gifted Eldest Senior Brother in the Xian Yun Practice Grounds who had always kept a low profile. He rarely showed up in front of the other Disciples and mainly cultivated the hardest way possible.

 

Elder Jiu Lin was amazed when he saw the man. The young man’s Destiny and Fortuity were probably much greater than those of Jing Xiao.

 

The Disciples of the Xian Yun Practice Grounds were surprised and curious about the identity of this young man in white clothes as well.

 

The female Disciples had been stealing glances at him. Their eyes showed how much they admired him. They were not aware of the white-clothed young man’s identity either.

 

While they were on their way to the Imperial Celestial Palace, Elder Xian Yun suddenly thought of something and told them to stay put before returning to the Xian Yun Practice Grounds.

 

Then, she brought the young man in white clothes with her, but she did not introduce him to them.

 

Upon hearing her explanation, they finally realised his identity and started calling him ‘Eldest Senior Brother’.

 

“I see. He’s the Eldest Senior Brother of the Xian Yun Practice Grounds. It’s no wonder he’s so extraordinary.” Elder Jiu Lin did not expect that the usually low-profile Xian Yun Practice Grounds had such a Disciple. He reminded himself how he really could not underestimate the other Practice Grounds.

 

Upon learning about his identity, the Disciples of the Jiu Lin Practice Grounds were respectful of him.

 

Jing Xiao pocketed her gaze as she had a firm Dao Heart. Although she could predict that the young man in white clothes would be a strong competitor, she was not overly concerned.

 

She had always regarded Ling Yuxian as her biggest competitor. Regardless of how brilliant the other peers were, they were not comparable to Ling Yuxian.

 

Also, Jing Xiao was not sure if it was just a misperception, but she felt that the gentle Eldest Senior Brother from the Xian Yun Practice Grounds was sizing her up too.

 

His gaze seemed somewhat playful as though his interest had been piqued.

 

While on their way to the Imperial Celestial Palace, Elder Jiu Lin, who had been talking to Elder Xian Yun, suddenly took a look at his Disciples and thought of something. Then, he said dejectedly, “I wonder what the Palace Master is going to say when we return to the Imperial Celestial Palace. Both Jiu Lin Practice Grounds and Xian Yun Practice Grounds are currently in an awkward position in the Imperial Celestial Palace. Fortunately, we’re on good terms, which makes it easy for our Disciples to look after one another. We should strengthen our relationship to prevent getting oppressed by the other Practice Grounds.”

 

Upon hearing that, Elder Xian Yun appeared somewhat awkward, but she soon regained her composure. She nodded with a smile. “You have a point, Senior Brother. We should do that.”

 

“Jing Xiao, you’re the most brilliant cultivator among your peers in the Jiu Lin Practice Grounds, so you should get closer to the Eldest Senior Brother from the Xian Yun Practice Grounds. As the two of you discuss your cultivation methods and Dao Abilities, it’ll be immensely helpful to your cultivation.” Elder Jiu Lin said to Jing Xiao after nodding with a smile.

 

“Master…” Jing Xiao was startled as she was surprised. She did not expect her Master would say such a thing to her.

 

She was dispassionate and rarely came into contact with anyone. She would even ignore her Junior Brothers and Sisters when they sought her guidance.

 

Elder Xian Yun was also startled upon hearing that. While she was hesitant, the young man in white clothes behind her glanced at her and said with a smile, “You have a point, Elder Jiu Lin. It’ll be immensely helpful to our cultivation and Dao Abilities when we spend more time discussing these matters together.”

 

There was something Elder Xian Yun had initially intended to say, but she could only remain silent. She stole a glance at the young man in white clothes and lowered her head.

 

No one noticed the anomaly. Elder Jiu Lin ran his fingers through his beard with a smile, apparently pleased with the young man’s attitude.