Chapter 61
: A woman surnamed Yuan, from the Yin-Yang Sect!
The majestic and magnificent mission hall.
Gu Lin selected two demon-slaying tasks and then left.
I just got back to the government office.
"Squad Leader Gu, Lord Cao wishes to see you." A valiant rider strode in.
Gu Lin nodded.
Fifteen minutes later, he arrived at the office of the centurion.
"My lord," Gu Lin said respectfully.
"Sit down." Commander Cao handed over a cup of fragrant tea, then took out a file from a drawer and said with a smile:
"We have a mission from above, and we need your assistance in the investigation."
Gu Lin paused briefly, then spoke tactfully:
"My lord, I just returned from the mission hall, and both files have been stamped."
He didn't want to delay the progress of eliminating evil and increasing merit.
"Let's put it on hold for now!" Commander Cao said firmly, unfolding the file and speaking in a stern voice.
"The mission has requirements: male members of the East Temple; preferably newcomers who are not well-known in Chuzhou; and most importantly, they must be extremely good at concealing their cultivation level."
"As soon as this case file came into my hands, you were the first person I thought of. You are the best candidate."
"As a member of the East Temple, I wield power and therefore bear responsibility, which I cannot shirk!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Lin had no choice but to accept the file.
Commander Cao laughed irritably:
"You still seem reluctant. Assisting with a mission earns you 1,300 contribution points. If you were put in the Mission Hall, countless elite cavalry would fight tooth and nail for you. But unfortunately, they don't meet the requirements. After thinking it over, you're the most suitable one."
"If you don't actively adjust your dantian, even I can't sense your cultivation level."
Gu Lin respectfully clasped his hands in a fist and palm salute:
"Thank you, sir!"
Commander Cao nodded in satisfaction, but did not forget to remind him:
"Two months should be enough. If the task is difficult, we can abandon it when the deadline arrives. We absolutely cannot miss the Holy Land Competition!"
After saying that, he picked up his teacup.
Gu Lin wisely left.
An hour later, a rider rode out of Luoxia Mountain.
.......
After six days and nights of rapid travel, Gu Lin arrived at a small town called Quwu Town on the border of Chujiang.
Juxian Pavilion Restaurant.
Gu Lin stepped onto the top floor and immediately saw the woman in the white dress sitting by the window.
The woman gazed silently out the window, her long black hair dancing wildly in the wind. Her oval face was breathtakingly beautiful, her delicate features were as if meticulously sculpted, and her skin was as white as jade. She was absolutely stunning.
Gu Lin stepped forward and took out a gilded waist token.
"You're a day late." The woman slowly stood up, her clear eyes shining brightly as she gazed at Gu Lin for a long time.
Indeed, it perfectly concealed his cultivation level.
The woman nodded her chin in satisfaction, her voice clear and melodious:
My surname is Yuan.
Gu Lin was about to speak.
The woman's attitude was cold:
"Your name doesn't matter, just do your job well."
Gu Lin smiled silently. He utterly despised this condescending arrogance. After taking his seat, he asked directly:
"Specific tasks?"
The opponent was not the elite cavalry of the Eastern Temple of Chuzhou, but came from another state, possibly the Eastern Temple of Jiangzhou, or possibly from another major state.
Ms. Yuan, expressionless, spoke slowly and deliberately:
"There is a sect called the Yin-Yang Sect on the border of Jiangzhou. They specialize in the dual cultivation of Yin and Yang. We need to pretend to be a cultivation couple and join this sect."
"Your name is Wei Jin, your cultivation level is the seventh level of Qi Condensation Realm, and you are the son of a wealthy family in a small county in Chuzhou."
"I am six years older than you, and my cultivation level is at the first level of the Cave Profound Realm. I have been betrothed to your family since childhood."
After speaking, he stared straight at Gu Lin.
Gu Lin focused his energy in his dantian, fixing his internal energy at the seventh level of the Qi Condensation Realm.
The woman from the Yuan family lightly touched her delicate chin, and her cultivation erupted, revealing her to be at the first level of the Cave Profound Realm.
She is decisive and efficient:
"Set off!"
.......
Two days later, at dawn, the sun rose.
The two arrived at the Yin Yang Sect.
Outside the sect, there were already dozens of couples, ranging in age from thirteen or fourteen to forty or fifty, all looking on with anticipation, dreaming of joining the Yin-Yang Sect for cultivation.
When the crowd saw Gu Lin and Lady Yuan, a commotion broke out. Lady Yuan was exceptionally beautiful, with a cool and aloof demeanor that drew everyone's attention.
The usually aloof and cold-blooded Madam Yuan's eyes flickered slightly unnaturally as she spoke in a low voice:
"I want to hold your arm."
After saying that, she took Gu Lin's arm.
Gu Lin clearly noticed that the other person's fingers twitched from time to time. He looked at the crowd and gave a gentle, fake smile.
The Yin-Yang Sect isn't a major sect, so this task should be simple and won't delay the demon-slaying mission.
After waiting for an hour, hundreds of couples had already gathered outside the sect.
"Clang clang clang..."
As the melodious bell tolled, several elderly men dressed in Yin-Yang Qiankun sect robes slowly walked over.
An old man said in a booming voice:
"Next comes the sect entrance examination!"
Having said that, he took out a dark, round disc and solemnly said:
"This is a low-grade Yellow Rank magic artifact. Please place your right hand on it."
The woman surnamed Yuan glanced around, her voice barely audible:
"The plan has changed. You need the eighth level of the Qi Condensation Realm, and I need the second level of the Profound Realm."
Gu Lin nodded in agreement.
What followed was the tedious testing process.
"Unqualified. Here's a one-tael silver coin as a gift. Leave immediately."
"Barely qualified, I'll become an outer disciple, earning three taels of silver per month."
"You've passed the test and become an inner disciple. You'll receive six taels of silver per month."
"Unqualified..."
Soon it was Gu Lin and his companion's turn.
Gu Lin handed over a sheet of Xuan paper, on which were his place of origin and personal information.
After the old man had browsed through the document, he gestured for Gu Lin to begin the assessment.
Gu Lin placed his palm on the disc.
Eight wisps of blue smoke rose from the disc.
In addition, nineteen fine marks appeared along the lower edge of the disc.
Nineteen years old, eighth level of Qi Condensation Realm!
The old man smiled broadly and said in a loud voice:
"Exceptionally talented and fully qualified, hereby granted the title of Core Disciple, receiving one low-grade spirit stone per month!"
Upon hearing that it was a low-grade spirit stone, countless couples showed expressions of envy.
That's a low-grade spirit stone!
Enviable treatment!
The old man looked Gu Lin over carefully and asked with a smile:
"Have you ever participated in the Holy Land selection competition?"
Gu Lin said truthfully:
"Bad luck, eliminated in the first round."
"What a pity." The old man was very satisfied with his honesty. If someone of his age and cultivation level hadn't participated in the selection competition, then he was obviously lying.
However, it is normal for someone at the eighth level of the Qi Condensation Realm to be eliminated.
"Joining the Yin-Yang Sect will lead to a bright future!" the old man encouraged.
Next up was Ms. Yuan.
The woman's stunning beauty stunned the old man for a moment before he began the assessment.
"Qualified. Granted the title of Core Disciple, one low-grade spirit stone per month!"
Amidst envious glances, the two entered the Yin Yang Sect.
The elder led the way, and the two arrived at a tall pavilion.
The elder arranged an antique-style room, and then took out a martial arts manual with the four large characters "Yin Yang Qian Kun Palm" on it.
"This is a top-grade martial art? Thank you for your kindness!" Gu Lin feigned shock.
The elder, with a smug and self-satisfied expression, then solemnly said:
"Both of you, begin your cultivation immediately."
"Seven days later, the sect leader will personally conduct an assessment. If you pass, you will become a true disciple!"
"Please focus on your cultivation, both of you. Your servants will take care of your meals."
After saying that, he slowly walked away.
As Gu Lin perused the Yin-Yang Qiankun Palm manual, he grew increasingly puzzled. What exactly was the Yuan woman's mission?
The Yin-Yang Sect is clearly a minor sect, far inferior to the top ten sects of Chuwei County.
Gu Lin selected two demon-slaying tasks and then left.
I just got back to the government office.
"Squad Leader Gu, Lord Cao wishes to see you." A valiant rider strode in.
Gu Lin nodded.
Fifteen minutes later, he arrived at the office of the centurion.
"My lord," Gu Lin said respectfully.
"Sit down." Commander Cao handed over a cup of fragrant tea, then took out a file from a drawer and said with a smile:
"We have a mission from above, and we need your assistance in the investigation."
Gu Lin paused briefly, then spoke tactfully:
"My lord, I just returned from the mission hall, and both files have been stamped."
He didn't want to delay the progress of eliminating evil and increasing merit.
"Let's put it on hold for now!" Commander Cao said firmly, unfolding the file and speaking in a stern voice.
"The mission has requirements: male members of the East Temple; preferably newcomers who are not well-known in Chuzhou; and most importantly, they must be extremely good at concealing their cultivation level."
"As soon as this case file came into my hands, you were the first person I thought of. You are the best candidate."
"As a member of the East Temple, I wield power and therefore bear responsibility, which I cannot shirk!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Lin had no choice but to accept the file.
Commander Cao laughed irritably:
"You still seem reluctant. Assisting with a mission earns you 1,300 contribution points. If you were put in the Mission Hall, countless elite cavalry would fight tooth and nail for you. But unfortunately, they don't meet the requirements. After thinking it over, you're the most suitable one."
"If you don't actively adjust your dantian, even I can't sense your cultivation level."
Gu Lin respectfully clasped his hands in a fist and palm salute:
"Thank you, sir!"
Commander Cao nodded in satisfaction, but did not forget to remind him:
"Two months should be enough. If the task is difficult, we can abandon it when the deadline arrives. We absolutely cannot miss the Holy Land Competition!"
After saying that, he picked up his teacup.
Gu Lin wisely left.
An hour later, a rider rode out of Luoxia Mountain.
.......
After six days and nights of rapid travel, Gu Lin arrived at a small town called Quwu Town on the border of Chujiang.
Juxian Pavilion Restaurant.
Gu Lin stepped onto the top floor and immediately saw the woman in the white dress sitting by the window.
The woman gazed silently out the window, her long black hair dancing wildly in the wind. Her oval face was breathtakingly beautiful, her delicate features were as if meticulously sculpted, and her skin was as white as jade. She was absolutely stunning.
Gu Lin stepped forward and took out a gilded waist token.
"You're a day late." The woman slowly stood up, her clear eyes shining brightly as she gazed at Gu Lin for a long time.
Indeed, it perfectly concealed his cultivation level.
The woman nodded her chin in satisfaction, her voice clear and melodious:
My surname is Yuan.
Gu Lin was about to speak.
The woman's attitude was cold:
"Your name doesn't matter, just do your job well."
Gu Lin smiled silently. He utterly despised this condescending arrogance. After taking his seat, he asked directly:
"Specific tasks?"
The opponent was not the elite cavalry of the Eastern Temple of Chuzhou, but came from another state, possibly the Eastern Temple of Jiangzhou, or possibly from another major state.
Ms. Yuan, expressionless, spoke slowly and deliberately:
"There is a sect called the Yin-Yang Sect on the border of Jiangzhou. They specialize in the dual cultivation of Yin and Yang. We need to pretend to be a cultivation couple and join this sect."
"Your name is Wei Jin, your cultivation level is the seventh level of Qi Condensation Realm, and you are the son of a wealthy family in a small county in Chuzhou."
"I am six years older than you, and my cultivation level is at the first level of the Cave Profound Realm. I have been betrothed to your family since childhood."
After speaking, he stared straight at Gu Lin.
Gu Lin focused his energy in his dantian, fixing his internal energy at the seventh level of the Qi Condensation Realm.
The woman from the Yuan family lightly touched her delicate chin, and her cultivation erupted, revealing her to be at the first level of the Cave Profound Realm.
She is decisive and efficient:
"Set off!"
.......
Two days later, at dawn, the sun rose.
The two arrived at the Yin Yang Sect.
Outside the sect, there were already dozens of couples, ranging in age from thirteen or fourteen to forty or fifty, all looking on with anticipation, dreaming of joining the Yin-Yang Sect for cultivation.
When the crowd saw Gu Lin and Lady Yuan, a commotion broke out. Lady Yuan was exceptionally beautiful, with a cool and aloof demeanor that drew everyone's attention.
The usually aloof and cold-blooded Madam Yuan's eyes flickered slightly unnaturally as she spoke in a low voice:
"I want to hold your arm."
After saying that, she took Gu Lin's arm.
Gu Lin clearly noticed that the other person's fingers twitched from time to time. He looked at the crowd and gave a gentle, fake smile.
The Yin-Yang Sect isn't a major sect, so this task should be simple and won't delay the demon-slaying mission.
After waiting for an hour, hundreds of couples had already gathered outside the sect.
"Clang clang clang..."
As the melodious bell tolled, several elderly men dressed in Yin-Yang Qiankun sect robes slowly walked over.
An old man said in a booming voice:
"Next comes the sect entrance examination!"
Having said that, he took out a dark, round disc and solemnly said:
"This is a low-grade Yellow Rank magic artifact. Please place your right hand on it."
The woman surnamed Yuan glanced around, her voice barely audible:
"The plan has changed. You need the eighth level of the Qi Condensation Realm, and I need the second level of the Profound Realm."
Gu Lin nodded in agreement.
What followed was the tedious testing process.
"Unqualified. Here's a one-tael silver coin as a gift. Leave immediately."
"Barely qualified, I'll become an outer disciple, earning three taels of silver per month."
"You've passed the test and become an inner disciple. You'll receive six taels of silver per month."
"Unqualified..."
Soon it was Gu Lin and his companion's turn.
Gu Lin handed over a sheet of Xuan paper, on which were his place of origin and personal information.
After the old man had browsed through the document, he gestured for Gu Lin to begin the assessment.
Gu Lin placed his palm on the disc.
Eight wisps of blue smoke rose from the disc.
In addition, nineteen fine marks appeared along the lower edge of the disc.
Nineteen years old, eighth level of Qi Condensation Realm!
The old man smiled broadly and said in a loud voice:
"Exceptionally talented and fully qualified, hereby granted the title of Core Disciple, receiving one low-grade spirit stone per month!"
Upon hearing that it was a low-grade spirit stone, countless couples showed expressions of envy.
That's a low-grade spirit stone!
Enviable treatment!
The old man looked Gu Lin over carefully and asked with a smile:
"Have you ever participated in the Holy Land selection competition?"
Gu Lin said truthfully:
"Bad luck, eliminated in the first round."
"What a pity." The old man was very satisfied with his honesty. If someone of his age and cultivation level hadn't participated in the selection competition, then he was obviously lying.
However, it is normal for someone at the eighth level of the Qi Condensation Realm to be eliminated.
"Joining the Yin-Yang Sect will lead to a bright future!" the old man encouraged.
Next up was Ms. Yuan.
The woman's stunning beauty stunned the old man for a moment before he began the assessment.
"Qualified. Granted the title of Core Disciple, one low-grade spirit stone per month!"
Amidst envious glances, the two entered the Yin Yang Sect.
The elder led the way, and the two arrived at a tall pavilion.
The elder arranged an antique-style room, and then took out a martial arts manual with the four large characters "Yin Yang Qian Kun Palm" on it.
"This is a top-grade martial art? Thank you for your kindness!" Gu Lin feigned shock.
The elder, with a smug and self-satisfied expression, then solemnly said:
"Both of you, begin your cultivation immediately."
"Seven days later, the sect leader will personally conduct an assessment. If you pass, you will become a true disciple!"
"Please focus on your cultivation, both of you. Your servants will take care of your meals."
After saying that, he slowly walked away.
As Gu Lin perused the Yin-Yang Qiankun Palm manual, he grew increasingly puzzled. What exactly was the Yuan woman's mission?
The Yin-Yang Sect is clearly a minor sect, far inferior to the top ten sects of Chuwei County.