BTTH: DISCIPLE CASHBACK SYSTEM

Chapter 397: The Foundation of Yunlan Sect

"The contents of these three jade bottles are elixirs that can improve one’s cultivation at the Dou Practitioner level. They should be very helpful to you!" Liu Ling explained gently to Qing Lin, describing the effects of the three elixirs.

"Thank you, Senior Brother! You’re so kind!" Qing Lin accepted the elixirs with delight, not the least bit shy.

After Liu Ling presented his gift, Xiao Yixian and Nalan Yanran also brought out their gifts for Qing Lin in turn.

The three then looked around and noticed Xiao Yin, Xiao Jin, and the Flame Dragon cultivating in the valley as well.

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"This treasure land of the Yunlan Sect—their foundation is incomparable to the sects of the Chu Yun Empire!" Xiao Yixian thought to herself as she walked around the Rainbow Valley, filled with awe.

Here, not only was the natural energy dozens of times stronger than in the outside world, but there was also the Rainbow Sacred Lotus above the energy pool, which provided miraculous assistance to one’s cultivation. She also saw a medicinal garden filled with seventh-grade spiritual herbs and, finally, eighteen venomous cicadas exuding a fierce aura.

"These venomous cicadas don’t seem to be fully matured, yet their strength has already reached the sixth tier!"

Seeing the power of the cicadas, Xiao Yixian couldn’t help but feel a surge of anxiety. Given a little more time, these eighteen creatures alone could likely sweep through the entire Chu Yun Empire.

After they had toured the valley for a while, the barrier above the Rainbow Valley suddenly twisted. A figure in blue emerged from the distorted space.

"Disciple greets Mistress!"

"Greeting, Mistress!"

Xiao Yixian had heard from Liu Ling and Nalan Yanran about Gu He’s relationship with Yun Yun, so she respectfully greeted Yun Yun along with the others.

"Ah, finally, you brothers and sisters are all together again!"

Seeing her husband’s disciples gathering, Yun Yun’s face was filled with joy.

But when she sensed the aura surrounding Xiao Yixian, her expression showed a trace of surprise.

It was a natural reaction; Xiao Yixian’s strength, given her age, was truly extraordinary.

"Xian’er’s talent is truly remarkable!"

Yun Yun praised Xiao Yixian with a smile.

"All my achievements are thanks to Master and Mistress. If anyone is extraordinary, it must be both of you!" Xiao Yixian replied with sincere respect.

Yun Yun quickly waved her hand with a smile, saying, "Haha, you can save those praises for your Master. I’m not all that remarkable!"

"Mistress captured Master’s heart—that’s an achievement in itself!" Xiao Yixian teased, her shyness from a year ago long gone after so much experience.

At her words, Liu Ling, Nalan Yanran, and Qing Lin all joined in with approving laughter.

"You little rascals, you’ve grown bold, daring to joke with your Mistress!"

Seeing Yun Yun’s faintly blushing face, Gu He feigned anger.

"We wouldn’t dare, Master!"

As Gu He’s voice fell, the four disciples quickly bowed their heads in mock apology.

"Alright, each of you, return to your cultivation. Next month, I’ll be checking your progress, and if there’s no improvement, expect punishment," Gu He said with a stern expression.

"Yes, Master!"

The four of them bowed deeply to both Gu He and Yun Yun before preparing to retreat.

Just then, Gu He called out to Nalan Yanran.

"Yanran, stay. I have something to discuss with you."

Hearing this, Nalan Yanran stopped, turned calmly, and approached Gu He and Yun Yun.

"Yun’er, remember our original agreement? The goal was for Yanran to break through to the Dou King level before the three-year deadline, right?" Gu He looked at Yun Yun warmly, speaking in a soft tone.

Hearing this, Yun Yun nodded, then sighed, "Yes, that was the agreement. But now, Yanran has already reached the peak of the Dou Spirit stage. With her current strength, she should have no trouble dealing with that boy from the Xiao family. So, let’s say, husband, that you’ve won this bet!"

Standing nearby and overhearing this exchange, Nalan Yanran hid a smile but kept silent.

Gu He, however, seemed dissatisfied with Yun Yun’s statement of “let’s say you won.” He promptly declared with a strong sense of determination, "That’s not enough. I won’t just ‘sort of’ win… If I promised Yanran would reach the Dou King level within three years, then it will happen."

With that, Gu He turned his gaze slowly toward Nalan Yanran.

"Yanran, tell me, am I the type of teacher to make promises I can’t keep?"

"Ah!"

Startled by Gu He’s question, Nalan Yanran felt a jolt of panic and immediately waved her hands, "No, not at all! Master’s word is as good as gold. You have never gone back on a promise!"

"Exactly. So now, I’ll pass my energy to you one more time. You must do your best and break through to the Dou King level in one go!" Gu He stated firmly.

Watching this conversation between teacher and student, Yun Yun couldn’t help but stifle a laugh. With her gaze fixed on them, she saw Gu He’s hand gently touch Nalan Yanran’s smooth forehead.

As Gu He’s hand made contact, Nalan Yanran’s aura began to surge rapidly. Within less than thirty seconds, a deep rumble echoed from within her body.

"She’s broken through to Dou King already—how incredible!"

Sensing the distinct aura of a Dou King-level fighter from Nalan Yanran, Yun Yun’s face revealed a flash of astonishment once more.

However, at that moment, Nalan Yanran’s rapid aura surge began to stabilize, and as Gu He lifted his hand from her forehead, her power settled at the level of a three-star Dou King.

"Three-star Dou King!"

Receiving the energy transfer from Gu He, Nalan Yanran opened her eyes, examining herself carefully. In the next instant, a pair of three-meter-long azure wings spread from her back.

With her Dou Qi wings unfurled, Nalan Yanran excitedly soared through the space above the Rainbow Valley, reveling in the freedom of flight.

"The duel with that Xiao family boy is set for the day after tomorrow… I hope Yanran can handle it well this time. Even if she wins, she shouldn’t humiliate that Xiao junior; after all, it was our Yunlan Sect that initiated this matter," Yun Yun murmured softly to Gu He as she watched Nalan Yanran flying overhead.

Gu He wrapped his arm around Yun Yun’s slender waist, gazing at her with a gentle look. "Yun’er, the disciples have all grown up now; they have minds of their own… As long as they don’t take things too far, we should let them deal with matters on their own."

(End of Chapter)

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