Chen Mo pinched his chin, examined for a moment, and said,
"The hairstyle looks casual, but it’s actually meticulously styled. The strands of hair don’t even budge in the wind, clearly too much hair wax has been applied."
"The clothes are made of fine cloud brocade, and worried that others might not notice, peacock feathers were specially added. Under the light, the colors change."
"He puts on a cold expression, but in reality, he’s using the corner of his eye to check if anyone is paying attention to him. The pose is a bit too deliberate, and the muscles are overly tense..."
"In my opinion, this is a typical poser."
Qin Yi replied, "... "
*You observe way too meticulously!*
*Brother Yang’s comments are always unexpected...*
At this moment, a gentle breeze brushed by, and two figures arrived in tandem through the air.
One was clad in a Moon White Daoist Robe, with a face obscured as if enveloped by mist, exuding a transcendent aura with every gesture.
Beside him, a woman was dressed in a neatly fitted outfit, highlighting her slender waist and long legs, her features fresh and appealing, with eyebrows like distant mountains, though the pig’s trotter in her hand somewhat spoiled the atmosphere.
The air was silent for a moment, then a sensational uproar erupted!
"That Daoist robe... Is it from Tianshu Pavilion? Could it be Fairy Qingxuan?"
"That distinctive aura, it must be her!"
"Daoist Qingxuan is a peerless Heavenly Pride, ranked third on the Cloud Top Ranking and first on the Rouge List. To think even she came?"
"The other seems to be Shen Zhixia, Martial Saint Mountain’s true disciple. Innate True Martial Body, sixth on the Cloud Top Ranking... three individuals on the level of the Ten Highlights, today is truly worthwhile!"
The clamor was intense, reaching a feverish pitch.
The crowd gazed fervently at Fairy Qingxuan, her immense popularity evident!
Qin Yi nudged Chen Mo with his elbow and said, "Brother Yang, how about you analyze those two next?"
There was no response for a while. He turned his head to see Chen Mo staring blankly at the two figures, as still as a sculpture.
"Ling Ningzhi, is she the friend mentioned in Zhixia’s letter?"
"How did these two end up together, and even came to Cangyun Mountain together... This wasn’t in the original story either!"
Zi Lianji, who had been standing with a sword, feigning coolness, opened his eyes and smiled, "Junior Sister Shen, Fairy Qingxuan, I didn’t expect you to come as well."
"Greetings, Senior Brother Zi."
Shen Zhixia greeted him.
Ling Ningzhi remained silent, only slightly nodding as a form of acknowledgment.
Zi Lianji was accustomed to her aloofness, his enthusiasm undiminished, and said, "Fairy Qingxuan, with the two of us joining forces this time, we can surely secure the opportunities!"
Ling Ningzhi said indifferently, "Opportunities and creations are earned by skill; this humble Daoist will not hold back, so Chief Zi should be more cautious."
Met with a rebuff, Zi Lianji looked slightly awkward.
But his gaze towards Ling Ningzhi remained fervent.
"Tsk tsk, two Chiefs of the Three Saint Sect are here; this is going to be quite the spectacle." Qin Yi clicked his tongue.
He thought similarly to the others, guessing these opportunities were probably out of reach. However, seeing the top of the Rouge List made the trip worthwhile.
*What might the face beneath that faint mist look like?*
Chen Mo’s gaze scanned the crowd and suddenly spotted a familiar figure.
*Why is this guy here too?*
Looking at Jian Yinsan, draped in a black robe, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.
*So many acquaintances today...*
At that moment, the towering stone stele burst into radiant splendor!
On the jade-like surface, complex and profound ancient script appeared.
A vast and aged voice echoed in their ears,
[Below third-grade, may enter the Grotto Heaven.]
[Each to compete with their skills, each to pursue their fate.]
"It truly is a Secret Realm! There must be a Great Power’s legacy within!"
A martial cultivator stepped forward, cautiously touching the stone stele.
The radiance swept over him, and his figure suddenly vanished!
The crowd snapped back to reality, swarming forth, entering the Secret Realm one after another.
Chen Mo and Qin Yi followed closely, and with a flash of dazzling light, their sight restored, they were astounded by the scene before them.
It was as if they stepped into an independently existing dream realm, surrounded by towering green mountains undulating like the expansive skirt of the earth in verdant blue, a vast mountain range filled with rich Spirit Light Medicine Fragrance, hiding untold treasures of spiritual materials!
In a nearby valley, rows and rows of furnace tripods were arranged densely.
The ancient voice rang out once more,
[The furnace tripods rest in the emerald valley, accompanied by the pine wind in the serene spirit.]
[Sand lead enters the cauldron to merge with True Fire, the nine transformations await the Crane Immortal.]
[The first realm, open!]