Chapter 119 – Chief Disciple of the Xiao Yin Sect

Some say university life is merely an extension of high school education.

Little do they know, here one must continue that tedious routine while embarking on a journey to alter their own destiny.

For Ye Kuang, though university life was monotonous, it also served as a cradle.

One might ask: How many days and nights can a person truly squander in their lifetime? In the limited span of over twenty thousand days, perhaps some spend their entire lives desperately studying.

After finishing a day’s classes, he couldn’t help but sigh to himself: Treasure every moment as you journey through life, so as not to waste the encounters.

Organizing books.

Cleaning.

These seemingly mundane tasks are, in reality, the small details that make up daily life.

While reflecting on the day’s gains, Ye Kuang returned to his dormitory, only to hear that headache-inducing Xiao performance again.

“Woo woo woo…”

“Woo your grandmother…” Ye Kuang cursed under his breath, nearly bursting out of the room in frustration.

Even while walking, he kept muttering incessantly.

Clearly extremely averse to this Xiao music, his displeasure was written all over his face.

Passing students couldn’t help but stop and watch curiously upon seeing this.

It could be said that Ye Kuang was currently at the peak of his influence, his reputation having shattered all conventional definitions of prominence.

His every word and action could now influence Zhixuefu Academy’s administrative decisions, though that’s somewhat beside the point…

Ye Kuang followed the sound forward until he stopped before a building.

It was actually the Martial Arts Association!

Just as he was puzzling over this, Gao Laosan unexpectedly walked out to meet him.

“Brother Gao, what a coincidence.”

“Never mind that, they’re all waiting for you inside. Come in.”

Though filled with doubts upon hearing this, Ye Kuang still stepped across the threshold of the Martial Arts Association.

It must be said that the Martial Arts Association’s decor appeared quite antiquated, showing no trace of modern infrastructure except for a few hanging lamps.

Following Gao Laosan’s lead, he approached a room door.

As Gao Laosan knocked, a soft voice suddenly called out from within: “Please enter.”

Gao Laosan: “You go in.”

Ye Kuang nodded and pushed the door open.

Unexpectedly, the door closed automatically behind him.

“Ye Kuang, we meet again.”

“Speak. Why have you lured me here?”

After saying this, Ye Kuang’s gaze inevitably fell upon the white-clad woman to the side, but then he froze as if struck by lightning.

That familiar scent assaulted his nostrils, startling him so much he exclaimed: “It’s you!”

Hearing this, the Masked Figure couldn’t help but look questioningly at the white-clad woman.

This white-clad woman was naturally the foremost Jade Maiden, Ling Piaoyun.

Seeing this, she suddenly snorted coldly, as if quite displeased by this certain arrogant fellow’s appearance, her previously pleasant mood turning quite unpleasant.

Masked Figure: “You know each other?”

Ling Piaoyun: “Senior Brother, this is Ye Kuang. Not only is this fellow unlearned and incompetent, but he even dared to take liberties with your Junior Sister. I beg Senior Brother to uphold justice for me.”

“Oh…” The Masked Figure showed no doubt upon hearing this, but just as he was about to inquire about the specifics, a phone suddenly rang.

“…The man singing loudly with wine is the wolf clan of the north…”

Ye Kuang: “Sorry, that’s my phone.”

Phone: “Ye Kuang, something big has happened.”

“Gao Qing, what could possibly be so serious?””Your scandal headlines suddenly got flooded with comments challenging you to duels. Tomorrow—wait no, that’s actually today—you’re in deep trouble, pal.”

Beep beep beep…

Ye Kuang: “Hey… Gao Qing, explain yourself clearly… Hello…”

The Masked Figure overheard this and suddenly chuckled: “You’ve got some nerve, kid. Even daring to mess with the number one beauty of our Xiao Yin Sect. So, how do you want to die?”

Ling Piaoyun: “Senior Brother, what are you talking about?”

Ye Kuang muttered in confusion: “Xiao Yin Sect?”

After the Masked Figure comforted Ling Piaoyun for a moment, he turned to the deep-in-thought Ye Kuang and suddenly asked: “But since you’re about to face great calamity soon, let’s forget this matter. Why not state a final wish before you die? Perhaps I might even fulfill it for you.”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang shuddered inexplicably, but then suddenly broke into a grin: “I haven’t been feeling well lately. How about if we encounter any troublesome opponents later, you cover for me while I make my escape?”

Ling Piaoyun: “…”

The Masked Figure was also stunned by this response. After a long pause, he finally spoke: “You’re even more shameless than I imagined.”

Ling Piaoyun: Pfft…

Ye Kuang’s face flushed red upon hearing this.

This could be considered only the second time in his life someone had called him shameless…

Where exactly was he being shameless?

Thinking this, he suddenly retorted: “Explain yourself clearly! Who are you people? Why are you all targeting me? What’s your purpose? And most annoyingly, why are you calling me shameless?”

Faced with this barrage of questions, the Masked Figure tightly closed his mouth.

Clearly choosing to ignore the last question entirely.

Ling Piaoyun glanced at Ye Kuang with unmistakable pity in her eyes.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang’s expression shifted repeatedly. He seemed to detect the scent of conspiracy, making him feel intensely uncomfortable all over.

And the target was clearly himself.

Masked Figure: “Stop guessing wildly. I’m not with them, but the person we’re looking for is indeed you. As for why we’re seeking you out… don’t you already know?”

Ye Kuang: “…”

Observing his reaction, the Masked Figure gently stroked his jade xiao for three breaths, finally understanding completely.

Ye Kuang: “Please enlighten me.”

Hearing this, the Masked Figure sighed inwardly before saying: “I must say, you’ve offended someone powerful. Regarding why we’re looking for you, you need to understand your current situation first. We might not become enemies—on the contrary, we might even become friends.”

Then he continued: “We’re both disciples of Xiao Yin Sect. You’ll inevitably learn about the sect’s background in time, so I won’t elaborate here. I am the Chief Disciple, of the Yun generation. Everyone calls me Ling Yun.”

Pointing at Ling Piaoyun with a smile, he added: “This is my Junior Sister. You could say you’ve become acquainted through conflict.”

After hearing this, Ye Kuang looked up at Ling Piaoyun and Ling Yun, then plopped down opposite them.

Masked Figure: “Now, let’s discuss why I specifically sought you out…”

Hearing this, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but sit up straight with proper posture.Regardless of which sect their Xiao Yin Sect belongs to, judging from the Masked Figure’s earlier remarks, he could not detect any issues.

Moreover, it wouldn’t hurt to hear their reasoning.