Chapter 196: Returning Home

Lin Fan brought everyone through the Void Realm, instantly returning to the Nether Ghost Realm in the northern part of the Canglan Immortal Domain.

Upon landing, Ye Youming stepped forward impatiently, gazing at Lin Fan with hope, her eyes revealing an undisguisable attachment and reluctance to part.

Though she did not speak, her affectionate gaze expressed everything; she hoped Lin Fan would stay.

Lin Fan patted her shoulder gently, "Go on. I still have many things to do, but we will meet again."

A flash of disappointment crossed Ye Youming's eyes. She slowly walked away, but after a short distance, she gathered her courage, suddenly ran back, and hugged Lin Fan tightly.

"I will wait for you."

Immediately, she lowered her head and hurried away, a blush spreading across her face, vanishing into the night like she was fleeing.

Lin Fan watched Ye Youming's receding figure with a faint smile on his lips.

He crushed another immortal crystal, invoked the Void Power, and continued to traverse the Void Realm with his remaining companions.

A moment later, they had crossed the frozen Snow Region.

At this time, Protector Huaying of Danxiang Valley led the Disciples of the valley forward, bowing deeply to Lin Fan.

"Thank you, Young Master Bai, for the escort along the way. We of Danxiang Valley will part ways here."

Lin Fan nodded in acknowledgment, watching Huaying and the Danxiang Valley Disciples leave, then turned his gaze to Mu Xueyan beside him.

She remained silent with her head bowed, revealing a sense of reluctance.

Lin Fan patted her shoulder and said softly, "Xue Yan, it is time to go."

Mu Xueyan looked up, her eyes flashing with complex emotions.

Lin Fan chuckled and took a jade pendant from his robe, handing it to her.

"This jade pendant contains Master's magical power. It can protect you in critical moments and transmit your location to me."

The jade pendant actually relied on the energy of an immortal crystal, but he boasted it as his own magical power.

Mu Xueyan carefully took the jade pendant, feeling the endless energy within it, her eyes filled with gratitude.

"Master, I will Cultivate diligently and will certainly not live up to your high expectations."

"Hmm! For your Snow Spirit Saint Body, I have created a Cultivation Technique best suited for you. Take a look."

Lin Fan had taken in countless Disciples in the past, and now that he had taken another, if he wasn't giving cultivation resources, he at least had to provide a Cultivation Technique.

However, to prevent Mu Xueyan from posing a threat to him in the future, Lin Fan kept a trick up his sleeve.

He created a Cultivation Technique divided into an upper volume and a lower volume; the upper volume was for Mu Xueyan to Cultivate, and the lower volume for Xue Yao.

In this way, if Mu Xueyan were ever turned against him by Left Sword Envoy Yun Che, she would not pose a threat to him.

Mu Xueyan took the scroll of the Cultivation Technique Lin Fan handed her and gently unfolded it.

Her gaze drifted along the handwriting, and a flash of shock and admiration crossed her eyes.

What was recorded above was not only the profound application of ice and snow power but also a unique Cultivation Technique that integrated her innate Snow Spirit Saint Body.

All of this was tailor-made for her, as if it were ordained by fate.

"Master… this Cultivation Technique… I have never seen such an exquisite method of circulation."

Lin Fan slowly introduced it: " 'Snow Spirit Frost Flower Art' is a Cultivation Technique I tailor-made for you and Xue Yao."

"If the two of you Cultivate together, you can unleash your ice and snow power to the extreme, transforming into an indestructible sword formation."

" 'Snow Spirit Frost Flower Art' has four forms, each containing powerful ice and snow power, especially when performed together with Xue Yao, the power is immeasurable."

"The first form, 'Snow Dance at Dawn', requires you to tap your sword tip lightly on the ground, awaken the Snow Spirit, and transform your body into snow, forming a Domain of falling snowflakes."

"Immediately following, Xue Yao will condense ice and frost power with both hands, transforming into two ice dragons, while her true body remains hidden within your flying snow Domain."

"With your minds connected, the ice dragons and the snow Domain complement each other, capable of defending against all external attacks."

"The second form: Frost Moon Cold Shadow…"

"The third form…"

"To Cultivate this set of techniques, you need to have a shared mind and Cultivate rapport over a long period to unleash the greatest power."

"I will impart this Cultivation Technique to you first; once Xue Yao comes out of seclusion, she will Cultivate it with you."

Mu Xueyan said excitedly, "Master, I will definitely Cultivate diligently and will not fail your expectations."

"Good. Remember, the path of cultivation is long and difficult, but as long as you do not give up, one day you will be able to surpass everyone."

Mu Xueyan was as pumped up as if she had been injected with adrenaline, her eyes burning with fighting spirit as she clutched the Cultivation Technique scroll tightly.

Lin Fan couldn't stand Mu Xueyan like this; she was just as 'chuunibyou' as Left Sword Envoy Yun Che.

"Go on, Cultivate well."

Mu Xueyan bowed deeply and led the Yunyin Sword Sect Disciples, galloping toward the direction of the Sect.

Lin Fan turned around, his gaze falling on Su Wanqing. Before he could speak, Su Wanqing asked with a smile:

"What? You want to chase me away too? Or are you not planning to go to the Tianji Pavilion?"

"How could that be? It's just that I need to send Lin Chen and the others back to the Xuanyin Qin Sect first."

Su Wanqing raised her eyebrows slightly. "Then what are we waiting for? Let's go. I will go with you to the Xuanyin Qin Sect, and then we will head to the Tianji Pavilion."

"Good, then let's go together."

Su Wanqing stepped forward with elegant grace. Lin Fan called out to Lin Chen and the others, and the group headed toward the Xuanyin Qin Sect.

The Xuanyin Qin Sect learned of the triumphant return of Lin Chen and the others and had long since set up a celebratory scene in Yinyun Square.

Colored silks fluttered in the square, with vibrant red and soft golden ribbons drifting in the air, creating a festive atmosphere.

Sect Master Qi Meng personally directed the Disciples in the arrangement, pointing out from time to time: "Hang it higher! Yes, just like that, it needs to look grand."

The Nine Palaces Elders had also arrived long ago, each busy with their own tasks; some were responsible for arranging offerings and gifts, while others were carefully placing spiritual fruits and spiritual teas.

The Elders moved back and forth, looking up from time to time to confirm the details of the arrangement.

The Disciples stood in two rows, looking excited, whispering to each other, eagerly anticipating the return of Lin Chen and the others.

Just then, the sound of breaking through the air came from the sky, and several figures approached rapidly from the clouds.

Sect Master Qi Meng looked up, a flash of surprise crossing her eyes.

Leading the way was Lin Chen, with a composed demeanor and a solemn expression, holding the star ancient zither in both hands, leading the team back.

Following closely beside her was a woman with an outstanding temperament, the Heavenly Maiden of the Tianji Pavilion, Su Wanqing.

Su Wanqing held a green jade fan, nodded slightly with a smile, and parted her red lips to speak to Sect Master Qi Meng,

"Sect Master Qi Meng, I have come to visit you without bringing any gifts, please do not mind me."

Sect Master Qi Meng smiled slightly, her expression gentle: "Welcome, welcome. It is an honor for our Sect that the Heavenly Maiden Su has come from afar."

After speaking, she signaled the Disciples to invite the people from the Tianji Pavilion to their seats.

Su Wanqing took her seat lightly, and the Disciples of the Tianji Pavilion who followed behind also took their seats.

At this moment, Lin Chen had already led the team toward the red carpet. She held the star ancient zither solemnly in both hands, her steps light.

In the back, Princess Hu Qinlan and Princess Jin Xuan gently tugged at Lin Fan's sleeve, and Yin Miaoxue whispered:

"Young Master, why are you not receiving the honors with us?"

"I am a Guardian Disciple. My mission is complete, so naturally, I must fade into the background. Go on, don't keep everyone waiting."

Yin Miaoxue looked at him helplessly. "Alright, then we will go."

The three of them followed Lin Chen's team as instructed, stepping onto the red carpet and walking toward the center of the square.