Chapter 1778: The tenth sun of Immortal Astral, Meeting an Old Acquaintance in a Foreign Land (Second Update)

The man looked flustered and quickly whispered yes, transforming into a long rainbow with the two women and flying toward the Crimson Mountain Peak.

Wang Lin, who was inside the man's body and about to leave, suddenly felt a stirring in his heart. He maintained his state as a Qi Vortex and went along with them.

Perhaps because a Divine Sense had just swept over them, the three did not encounter any further Divine Sense checks as they traveled, and they successfully approached the Crimson Mountain Peak.

"We need to hurry. After finishing the deliveries here at Ancestor Yanluan's place, we still need to go to the other Main Peaks. We can't delay. Song Ying, we'll wait for you up ahead. Follow us after you finish your delivery." As the voice of the woman who spoke earlier drifted over, the other woman next to her nodded in agreement.

The three split up. The woman named Song Ying headed straight for the Crimson Mountain Peak, while the other woman and the man where Wang Lin resided changed direction, bypassing the Crimson Mountain Peak and heading into the distance.

Wang Lin did not hesitate, transforming into a Wisp of Smoke and dispersing from the man's body. In an instant, he wrapped around the clothing of the woman named Song Ying, flying toward the Crimson Mountain Peak with her.

This Female Cultivator named Song Ying looked young and was quite beautiful, carrying a pure fragrance about her body, like that of a maiden. She quickly arrived at the Crimson Mountain Peak, transforming into a long rainbow.

Outside the mountain peak, she paused in mid-air. Before her was a blurry Light Barrier serving as protection. As the woman raised her jade hand, a red Jade Slip appeared. Just as she was about to press the Jade Slip onto the Light Barrier, the Wisp of Smoke, which was wrapped around her clothing, immediately separated a portion and rushed toward the Jade Slip. While she was pressing it forward, Wang Lin exerted his full power to rapidly study the Restrictions contained within the Jade Slip.

Gentle clicking sounds emanated from the Jade Slip. Moments later, as the Jade Slip pressed against the Light Barrier, Wang Lin's Divine Sense within it suddenly retracted.

The Light Barrier flickered and slowly transformed into the appearance of ripples. The woman put away the Jade Slip and stepped forward, entering the Light Barrier. The instant she passed through, the Wisp of Smoke that Wang Lin had transformed into on her clothing rapidly twisted, using the Restriction Origin to silently simulate the appearance of a Jade Slip, thus entering the Light Barrier.

The moment he entered the area, excitement surged in Wang Lin's heart. Inside this Light Barrier, there was a large amount of Fire Origin power permeating the air, such that even a single breath seemed capable of strengthening his Origin slightly.

However, similarly, there was a Female Cultivator here whose cultivation had reached the Early Stage of the Empty Tribulation Realm. This person was enough to make Wang Lin cautious. He did not immediately leave the woman's clothing but continued to reside within it.

This woman seemed somewhat unsuited to the intense heat here, breaking out in fragrant sweat as soon as she entered. She quickly flew out, delivering a type of Immortal Fruit called Soul Dissolution Fruit to the various Immortal Caves on the Crimson Mountain Peak.

Based on Wang Lin's observation, there were nineteen Immortal Caves inside this mountain peak. Except for the Immortal Cave at the very summit, which the woman did not visit, she delivered the Immortal Fruit to all the others.

Within every Immortal Cave, a wave of vitality permeated the air, and each contained a Disciple of the Great Soul Gate.

Before long, the woman arrived outside the last Immortal Cave. She stood there, her entire body already drenched in sweat from the heat waves.

"Senior Sister, the Soul Dissolution Fruit has been delivered." The woman spoke respectfully outside the Immortal Cave, her voice slightly weak.

"Set it down." A gentle voice came from within the closed door of the Immortal Cave. When this voice reached Wang Lin's ears, his heart immediately stirred.

"It's her!"

Wang Lin pondered briefly. The moment the sweating woman placed nine greenish-white Immortal Fruits that emitted waves of cold Qi onto the ground, the Wisp of Smoke he had transformed into left the woman's clothing and wrapped around a leaf outside one of the Immortal Fruits.

The woman named Song Ying cupped her fists, respectfully turned, and left, disappearing through the Light Barrier.

At the same time, the Immortal Cave door slowly opened a crack. A suction force swept the Soul Dissolution Fruits on the ground, drawing them into the door crack. Afterward, the Immortal Cave door closed.

Inside the Immortal Cave, an area was enveloped in fluorescent light. The suction force carried the Immortal Fruits and placed them on a stone table nearby after they entered the Immortal Cave.

Not far away, a woman dressed in pink sat cross-legged. She was extremely beautiful, enveloped in an aura of grace, appearing peerless in her generation.

At this moment, she was frowning and seemed somewhat depressed. She was not meditating but looking forward, lost in thought.

The Wisp of Smoke that Wang Lin had transformed into was hidden on the Immortal Fruit's leaf. He looked at the woman in pink and likewise fell into contemplation.

After a long time, the woman in pink sighed softly and closed her eyes, seemingly intending to meditate. But just then, a calm voice suddenly appeared within her mind.

"Fanshan Lu…"

The instant the voice appeared, the woman in pink fiercely opened her eyes. Her right hand, hidden beneath her clothes, trembled faintly. She suddenly raised it and swept it forward.

With that sweep, a patch of Hazy Mist immediately appeared out of thin air, enveloping the surroundings and completely sealing off the Immortal Cave.

"Wang Lin! Where are you!" Fanshan Lu took a deep breath and looked around. Although her expression appeared calm, the previous trembling of her right hand clearly revealed the shock in her heart.

Wang Lin did not immediately reveal himself. Instead, he glanced at the Hazy Mist that Fanshan Lu had conjured. This mist was very mysterious; its function was to seal off all auras, making it impossible for those outside to perceive anything within.

This was an unconscious action by Fanshan Lu. Wang Lin, who was accustomed to observing the whole picture from details, pondered briefly. He then allowed the Wisp of Smoke to disperse from the Immortal Fruit leaf and condense into his physical body in front of Fanshan Lu.

"Long time no see." Wang Lin smiled. As he looked at Fanshan Lu, his peripheral vision casually swept over the Hazy Mist.

Seeing Wang Lin, Fanshan Lu froze in place. After a long moment, a smile also appeared on her face.

"It truly has been a long time… I never expected you would actually come here… This mist is something our Great Soul Gate Core Disciples release when they enter secluded cultivation. Once the mist appears, Master won't easily sweep her Divine Sense over this area for a short time, making it safe."

The smile on Fanshan Lu's face was genuinely happy. Meeting Wang Lin here was completely unexpected, but her gratitude toward him remained, undiminished by time.

The scenes from the Immortal Cave Realm had become a part of her life. If it weren't for Wang Lin, she wouldn't have been able to return to her homeland. Furthermore, Fanshan Lu held great admiration for Wang Lin.

Wang Lin simply sat cross-legged on the side. After hearing Fanshan Lu's explanation and observing her expression, Wang Lin felt slightly relieved, but his caution remained. If Fanshan Lu harbored any other intentions, Wang Lin would strike without hesitation.

"You are still so cautious… But that's a good thing. In the Immortal Astral Continent, one needs to be cautious to survive…" Fanshan Lu smiled and looked at Wang Lin.

"I met Yun Yifeng from the Guiyi Sect three years ago, and we mentioned you. Logically speaking, you should have entered the Immortal Astral Continent long ago, but I never heard any news, so I thought something might have happened to you, or that you were in a place very far from here.

I never expected to run into you here today." Fanshan Lu blinked and chuckled.

"I encountered some accidents along the way, so I arrived a bit late. I am also very happy to see you." Wang Lin smiled slightly. Seeing an old acquaintance in this unfamiliar Immortal Astral Continent was indeed a rare occurrence, making Wang Lin feel a sense of warmth.

In fact, the same was true for Fanshan Lu. After seeing Wang Lin, she felt a sense of familiarity. After all, she had spent most of her life in the Immortal Cave Realm and felt quite estranged from the Great Soul Gate, apart from the nominal connection.

"Tell me, you came to the Great Soul Gate, and specifically to my Immortal Cave, certainly for a reason. If there is anything you need my help with, I will do my best." The depression that had previously clouded Fanshan Lu's expression vanished the moment she saw Wang Lin, replaced by sincere joy.

Wang Lin could feel Fanshan Lu's joy, and a trace of warmth spread through his heart. He pondered briefly while smiling, then spoke softly.

"I need the Main underground fire vein here to Cultivate a Divine Ability… it might affect the main vein here."

Fanshan Lu showed a thoughtful expression, and after a long time, she nodded.

"No problem, I can take you to the Underground Fire Seclusion Area here. That is the place closest to the underground fire vein. Master is easy to deal with; she is in long-term secluded cultivation and only releases her Divine Sense irregularly. Furthermore, she won't probe Disciples in seclusion for a short period, so as not to cause disturbance.

The main issue is my older sister… she is also on Yanmai Mountain… but Master favors her now, so she shouldn't easily come out.

How about this: I will accompany you to the Underground Fire Chamber, and externally, I will say I am in secluded cultivation. However, the time cannot be too long, or it will arouse suspicion." Fanshan Lu spoke decisively, quickly forming a plan.

"In that case, it might be disadvantageous for you…" Wang Lin pondered and spoke slowly.

Hearing this, Fanshan Lu's expression softened, and she shook her head with a light laugh.

"It's fine. Master is always protective of her own, and I know what I'm doing."

Wang Lin's expression became serious. He stood up, cupped his fists toward Fanshan Lu, and said solemnly, "Thank you!"

"No need to thank me. I should be thanking you. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have been able to return to the Immortal Astral Continent." Fanshan Lu smiled and stood up.

"We shouldn't delay. Let's go now. I'll also have to trouble you to hide on my person…" Fanshan Lu said, her pretty face slightly flushed.

Wang Lin nodded. His body flickered and transformed into a Wisp of Smoke, merging into Fanshan Lu's sleeve and wrapping around her skin. This way, if the woman made any unusual move, Wang Lin could immediately detect it.

His caution would not change in the slightest due to people, locations, or words.

Fanshan Lu straightened her clothes. Once her complexion returned to normal, she raised her jade hand and swept it forward. The Hazy Mist immediately dissipated, and she flickered, walking out of the Immortal Cave.

She did not pause at all along the way, moving neither quickly nor slowly, gradually heading toward an extremely massive Immortal Cave below the Crimson Mountain Peak. That place was the secluded cultivation area closest to the Main underground fire vein, which her Master had opened up specifically for Disciples to refine themselves.

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