Chapter 75
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Chapter 75: Farewell, Fellow Traveler
"Brother Wei!"
Seeing Wei Xiong again after half a month, Wang Chen was deeply shocked.
The innate martial artist’s temples were streaked with gray, his face pallid, as though he had aged decades. Moreover, a deep scar marred his left cheek.
The scar ran from the corner of his eye down to his chin, nearly exposing the bone beneath.
Though it had scabbed over, the raised flesh looked utterly gruesome.
What struck Wang Chen most was the thick, bloody aura that clung to Wei Xiong!
He couldn’t fathom what Wei Xiong had endured over the past fortnight to end up in such a state.
"Immortal Master Wang."
Wei Xiong forced a faint smile and clasped his fists, asking, "Is A-Lian here?"
His voice was hoarse, as if his internal organs had been injured.
Wang Chen spoke in a deep voice, "Come inside and let’s talk."
Wei Lian was, of course, at home.
Her brother’s return filled her with overwhelming joy.
"Brother!"
But when the girl saw her brother’s wretched condition, she could scarcely believe her eyes and threw herself into Wei Xiong’s arms.
Tears streamed down her face.
"I’m fine," Wei Xiong said tenderly, stroking his sister’s hair. "It’s just a minor wound."
Wei Lian shook her head vehemently in his embrace, refusing to believe his words.
She wasn’t a child anymore!
Beside them, Wang Chen retrieved a medicine bottle and handed it to Wei Xiong. "Brother Wei, take a Healing Pill first."
"Thank you, Immortal Master. I’ve already taken a Healing Pill," Wei Xiong replied gratefully. "I’ve come today to take A-Lian with me. I truly appreciate your care during this time."
Wang Chen frowned. "In your current state, is it wise to take her away?"
Though not a physician, Wang Chen could see that Wei Xiong was still seriously wounded, his foundation clearly damaged.
The outer realms were perilous; how could he protect his sister in such a condition?
Wei Xiong cautiously wiped the tears from his sister’s face and smiled. "I’m taking A-Lian to Yunshan City."
He helped his sister sit down.
Then, he recounted his recent experiences to Wang Chen in detail.
Wei Xiong had entrusted Wei Lian to Wang Chen’s care because he had discovered the whereabouts of the culprit who had stolen the Mysterious Fire Phoenix eggs, leading to the destruction of the Black Rock Stronghold.
Wei Xiong, after a relentless pursuit, finally located the target.
As a result, the Mysterious Fire Phoenix eggs ended up in his possession.
Using this spirit bird egg, Wei Xiong managed to establish a connection with a true disciple of the Yunyang Sect!
“This noble person has agreed to take A-Lian as a maid and arrange for her to stay in their mansion.”
Wei Xiong couldn’t conceal his excitement and joy: “Once A-Lian breaks through to the innate stage and successfully channels Qi into her body, she will immediately be promoted to a sword attendant and accompany her into the inner sect for cultivation!”
Wang Chen was left speechless.
Though Wei Xiong spoke of these events as if they were trivial, each matter seemed effortlessly resolved.
But the reality couldn’t possibly be so straightforward!
It must be noted that Wei Xiong was merely an innate expert, with combat ability comparable only to a mid-level Qi Training cultivator.
He had ventured alone into the tiger’s den and actually succeeded.
The trials and tribulations he endured were beyond the imagination of any outsider.
Just by observing Wei Xiong’s current state, it was clear he had endured fierce battles!
Moreover, Wei Xiong had managed to forge a connection with a true disciple of the Yunyang Sect.
Wang Chen genuinely admired his capability.
Heroes indeed rise from the wild!
Wang Chen had previously underestimated this innate martial artist!
Furthermore, Wang Chen deeply understood the extent of Wei Xiong’s affection for his sister.
He had risked his life to pave a celestial path for Wei Lian.
Wei Lian, tears welling in her eyes, protested, “I don’t want to be a maid; I want to stay with my brother!”
“Silly girl!”
Wei Xiong chuckled, “I’m coming with you. I am now a retainer of this noble household!”
For many Loose Cultivators, becoming a retainer of a cultivation clan is considered an excellent opportunity.
Although the freedom of a retainer is somewhat limited, it is a hundred times better than being a servant!
He produced a sandalwood badge to show Wei Lian: “From now on, we are city dwellers!”
Wang Chen noticed that the badge bore the character “Xie.”
The Xie family?
Wei Lian was both shocked and delighted: “Brother, who is this noble person?”
Wei Xiong disclosed without hesitation: “Xie Yao, the graceful fairy Xie, whose master is the Golden Core disciple, Master Zhe Mei!”
One of the Seven Talents of Tianyun!
Wang Chen suddenly realized that Wei Xiong had indeed found a towering tree for his sister!
Apart from her own exceptional talent, Xie Yao’s family, the Xie clan, was also a prestigious Purple Palace family in Yunshan City, boasting five Purple Palace masters.
It should be noted that the entire Yunyang Sect had only two hundred Purple Palace members.
Let alone Xie Yao’s ancestral master, who is hailed as the "First Sword of Tianyun," Mu Qingqiu!
It is said that Xie Yao achieved perfect mastery of Qi Training two years ago but chose not to break through to open a house in order to solidify her foundation.
With such prodigious talent, her future is undoubtedly limitless!
For Wei Lian to serve by her side as a maid is nothing short of a meteoric rise.
Wang Chen spoke with genuine sincerity, “Congratulations, Brother Wei, and congratulations to sister Wei Lian!”
He harbored no ulterior motives; his joy for the siblings was pure.
Wei Lian needed no further words.
Though Wei Xiong lacked complete elemental balance, by aligning himself with the Xie family, he might one day obtain a spirit pill to remedy this deficiency.
Wei Xiong said to Wei Lian, “A-Lian, once you become a cultivator, I will depend on you!”
He knew precisely what to say to truly move his sister.
Wei Lian nodded emphatically, “Mm!”
She no longer harbored any reservations about becoming Xie Yao’s maid!
“By the way, Immortal Master Wang,”
Wei Xiong inquired of Wang Chen, “Have you encountered any notable figures recently?”
Wang Chen’s heart stirred.
He promptly recounted the incident on that wind and snow night when bandits invaded his home, detailing the appearances of the three individuals.
Wei Lian listened, stunned.
Wei Xiong’s face turned ashen: “The Three Friends of Taize!”
The Three Friends of Taize were a renowned group of cultivators from Black Rock Stronghold.
It was said that all three hailed from a place called "Taize." The leader was a formidable sword cultivator, the second a crafty thief cultivator, and the third, Gao San, was an innate martial artist.
After the Mysterious Fire Phoenix obliterated Black Rock Stronghold, the Three Friends of Taize vanished without a trace.
Wei Xiong never imagined they would target him, let alone set their sights on Wei Lian.
If Wei Lian were to fall into their clutches…
Wei Xiong immediately rose and bowed deeply to Wang Chen: “Immortal Master Wang, words cannot express my gratitude. From this day forward, should you ever need anything, I will not hesitate to risk my life!”
Wang Chen quickly reached out to steady him: “Brother Wei, you exaggerate.”
“It is only right.”
Wei Xiong sighed and produced a letter of crane paper, handing it to Wang Chen: “Immortal Master Wang, feel free to contact me anytime should you have need in the future.”
“Very well.”
Wang Chen accepted it without hesitation.
Thus, the bond between him, Wei Xiong, and Wei Lian reached its conclusion.
Wang Chen escorted the siblings to the door.
As they prepared to part, Wei Lian hesitated, wanting to say something to Wang Chen, but the words eluded her.
Wang Chen smiled warmly: “Sister Wei Lian, I hope that when we meet again, we will be fellow travelers on the path of immortality!”
The long and winding path of immortality is marked by the ebb and flow of connections—such is the way of the world.
