Chapter 198: I Am Lin Fan (I)

After the grand banquet, the Disciples of the Xuanyin Qin Sect returned to their residences one after another, leaving the Xuanyin Qin Sect in a state of peace and tranquility.

Meanwhile, in the guest courtyard, Su Wanqing and the others were properly settled, sharing their joy regarding the Sect's major events.

In the Qimeng Courtyard, Lin Chen was being pulled along by Fairy Qimeng, looking at various exquisite long dress designs.

Sect Master Qi Meng flipped through the picture album while introducing them with great enthusiasm:

"Lin Chen, look at this swallow-tail long dress. The hem is adorned with glazed gemstones, making it as gorgeous as the starry sky. You are now a Sect-inheriting Disciple, so such attire is appropriate for your status."

Lin Chen took a look and shook her head slightly: "No, I don't like it."

She had always preferred simple and natural clothing; this style seemed a bit too ornate.

Sect Master Qi Meng couldn't help but smile. She continued flipping through the album and took out another design of a long dress that shimmered like the stars, handing it to Lin Chen.

"What about this one? It's embedded with star patterns. As the Master of Stars, such a long dress couldn't be more suitable for you."

Lin Chen gazed at the shimmering long dress in the album, a hint of emotion in her expression.

She thought that if she could wear this long dress, its elegant and majestic aura would perfectly match her current status.

Just as she was about to speak, the space suddenly rippled slightly, and Lin Fan's figure appeared out of thin air.

He was still wearing the same white long robe, his face half-hidden by the mysterious iron mask, making him appear enigmatic and unapproachable.

Sect Master Qi Meng saw him appear and quickly turned to bow, her tone respectful and soft: "Sect Master Qi Meng greets the Ancestor!"

Lin Chen was slightly stunned when she saw this, then she spoke up: "Young Master Bai."

Sect Master Qi Meng quietly tugged at her sleeve: "Lin Chen, this is the Ancestor. Stop calling him Young Master Bai, hurry and pay your respects!"

Lin Chen was stunned for a moment, her face flushing slightly as she said softly: "Greetings, Ancestor."

Lin Fan smiled faintly and raised his hand, signaling them not to be so formal.

His gaze fell on Lin Chen with a touch of softness, as if conveying silent concern.

Turning his gaze to the album in Sect Master Qi Meng's hand, he raised an eyebrow and asked: "Are you two choosing new clothes?"

Sect Master Qi Meng nodded and replied with some excitement: "Yes, Ancestor! Now that Lin Chen is the Young Sect Master, we want to prepare attire that better suits her status."

Upon hearing this, a flash of sly amusement crossed Lin Fan's eyes: "Why not let me design a set for Lin Chen? How about it?"

"Of course, that would be wonderful." Sect Master Qi Meng immediately pulled out a blank scroll with joy.

"Ancestor, please, draw it."

Lin Fan nodded gently, recalling the pink short skirt the Nine-Colored Goddess used to wear; that lively and cute appearance made him drift off for a moment.

However, Lin Chen's temperament tended to be elegant and sweet; in his mind, he silently changed the pink to a fresher light blue.

With a wave of his hand, he quickly sketched the outline of a short skirt.

A set of exquisite short skirts gradually appeared on the drawing, the hem light and flowing, like a touch of coolness in the summer.

The material of the short skirt was soft and elastic, perfectly hugging her figure and showcasing her graceful physique.

Seeing this design, Lin Chen's eyes were full of surprise.

This attire didn't have too many complicated decorations; it not only highlighted her liveliness but also perfectly matched the natural style she had always preferred.

Sect Master Qi Meng carefully examined the design on the scroll, her brows slightly furrowed, her expression carrying a hint of difficulty.

"Ancestor, this attire is indeed beautiful, but… this flexible, form-fitting material…" She paused slightly, looking somewhat helpless.

In the Canglan Immortal Domain, there was no such high-end material from technological civilization; it was impossible to create such an effect.

As soon as Sect Master Qi Meng finished speaking, Lin Chen smiled and activated the nano cube.

With the rapid reorganization of the nano-units inside the cube, a delicate light blue short skirt instantly wrapped around her body.

The hem was light and flowing, fitting just right, revealing an elegant and lively aura.

It was like a fresh breeze in summer, or a lively little elf jumping in the forest.

"Does it look good?" Lin Chen turned around gently, the short skirt swaying with her, revealing a pair of long, shapely legs, her skin smooth as jade, glowing with a faint luster.

"It looks so good!" Sect Master Qi Meng exclaimed, looking at Lin Chen before her, unable to help but clap in praise, her eyes full of joy.

Lin Fan, on the side, watched intently, stunned into silence.

The Lin Chen before him was even a few degrees more beautiful than the Nine-Colored Goddess.

If not for the iron mask concealing his face, Sect Master Qi Meng would likely have already discovered his infatuated expression.

Realizing his lapse in composure, Lin Fan quickly pulled himself together, cleared his throat, and said solemnly:

"I came here to tell you something."

"What is it?"

Sect Master Qi Meng and Lin Chen looked at each other in confusion, watching Lin Fan with curiosity.

Lin Fan slowly reached up and removed the iron mask from his face, looking at them with a firm gaze.

"Actually, the me you see before you is just an illusory image. I am not the real Human Emperor Bai Yi."

Lin Chen's heart trembled violently, her eyes filled with excitement. Her voice trembled: "You are Lin Fan, aren't you?"

Lin Fan nodded slowly, "Yes, it is me."

As soon as he finished speaking, he removed the thousand appearance mask again, revealing the handsome face from Lin Chen's memories.

"Lin Fan!" Lin Chen could no longer suppress the excitement in her heart and threw herself into Lin Fan's arms.

Her hands tightly wrapped around him, her nose twitching slightly, as if crying and laughing, her eyes filled with joy.

Sect Master Qi Meng watched this unexpected scene before her, her face full of confusion, her heart in a complete mess: "What on earth is going on?"

After hugging him enough, Lin Chen slightly pulled back, tightly holding Lin Fan's hand, standing beside him with a sweet smile:

"Sister, I told you, didn't I? Lin Fan really exists. You just didn't believe me!"

Sect Master Qi Meng was stunned for a long time, her mind racing. A trace of deep confusion appeared on her beautiful face:

"Lin Fan, you were just an avatar, how did you become a real person!"

Lin Fan smiled faintly, cupped his hands in a salute, and explained with a touch of helplessness:

"Sect Master Qi Meng, I don't know myself.

When I woke up, Elder Bai told me that I must act as a Dao-protecting Disciple to guard Lin Chen and could not reveal my true identity.

Now that the mission is accomplished, this is my true form."

Sect Master Qi Meng nodded gently, seemingly realizing something. Recalling the high-spirited expressions of the Disciples when they set out, she couldn't help but admire.

They believed that the Ancestor was protecting them in the shadows; this belief made them fearless as they moved forward, avoiding the soft and timid side they originally possessed.

Precisely because of this, the team that set out this time returned with the same number of people, unharmed after the battle; one hundred set out, and one hundred returned.

"Teacher's arrangement… is truly brilliant," Sect Master Qi Meng sighed softly.

Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck her, and she turned to Lin Fan: "Lin Fan, you must continue to pose as the 'Ancestor'."

Lin Fan was stunned: "Huh? Still have to keep acting?"