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Ling Xiu's mind was in turmoil. He turned to look in the direction of Qingyun Sect, his gaze filled with complex emotions.

The path of a rogue cultivator is destined to face endless slaughter; one must either slay enemies or be assassinated by others, as the outside world is fraught with danger.

"Let's leave the Qingyun Sect for now and make plans after we leave this place."

The sect's affairs can be considered later. Considering the time, it's been several years since I last returned to Qingzhu Village, so I might as well take this opportunity to go back.

I wonder if my grandson, who went to the city to seek fame and fortune, has returned home. Nuonuo's mother must be very worried about her daughter.

Ling Xiu made up his mind, and a sense of anticipation arose in his heart.

After everyone had left the Mystic Realm, his longing for his homeland and grandson grew stronger, and his heart was filled with worries.

Roughly estimating the distance, this place is still a thousand miles away from Qingzhu Village. If we travel at full speed, we can arrive in two days.

He immediately activated the "Hidden Heaven and Concealed Dao Technique" to stabilize his appearance as a young man of twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old.

He was handsome and young, and at the same time, he completely concealed his cultivation, not letting out a single trace of his aura.

Once everything was ready, they sped off towards Qingzhu Village.

He did not say goodbye to Mu Yinxue and Yun Ziling when he left the secret realm.

It was incredibly fortunate that the two fairies didn't kill him.

In the blink of an eye, eight years have passed.

Ling Xiu had already undergone a complete transformation and could now ride the clouds and soar through the sky.

A protective halo surrounds its body, blocking the fierce winds from high above.

He couldn't help but recall the scene when he and Nuonuo were brought into the sect by Yun Ziling and Bai Luoqing, and ascended into the sky on flying swords. Now, he was able to soar freely in the depths of the clouds.

Qingzhu Village must have changed beyond recognition long ago.

Two days later.

Ling Xiu returned to his hometown, and the village had changed dramatically.

In addition to the original houses, many new two- or three-story buildings have been added to the village. With the merger and gathering of several surrounding small villages, the former Qingzhu Village has now developed into Qingzhu Town.

The old, rough elm tree at the village entrance still stands, bringing back memories.

He used to often lean against the elm tree, watching Nuonuo's innocent and carefree appearance.

The little girl from back then has now grown into a graceful and poised young woman.

Ling Xiu first went to visit Nuonuo's mother.

He was dressed in simple clothes, yet possessed an air of otherworldly elegance.

He pretended to be a cultivator from the Qingyun Sect who had come to visit, left some elixirs and money, and then quietly left without alerting the other villagers.

He walked alone on the country road, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

Expanding his divine sense, he clearly heard the conversations of the villagers.

"One more drink, let's drink until we're drunk tonight, that's how life will be."

"Haha, even immortals aren't necessarily carefree. Mortal life is actually more comfortable for them; they have far too many worries and constraints!"

The sounds of everyday people around him made Ling Xiu feel a sense of warmth and familiarity.

"The Su family's daughter has been gone for eight years. Who would have thought that Nuonuo would be so lucky as to become a cultivator!"

"That's right. I heard that Nuonuo went back to the village to visit her mother two years ago and brought back a lot of magical pills."

Her mother stopped going into the mountains to collect herbs after that time, and she looked much younger, with smooth and hydrated skin.

"Nuonuo has grown into a graceful young woman. When she returned to her hometown, she was almost unrecognizable. The Su family is truly blessed by their ancestors, and her mother is very fortunate."

The praise that filled the air was nothing but envy from others.

"Oh, right, do you remember Old Man Ling from back then? That centenarian, his grandson is doing very well now..."

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiu immediately focused his attention and listened attentively.

"Old Ling's grandson, Ling Tian, ​​now holds a high position in the capital. He returned to the village three years ago and even funded the repair of roads for the entire village. He is truly promising."

"I heard that he rose through the ranks from a mere candidate in the imperial examinations to become the Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate. He is truly remarkable."

"The Ling family has finally produced a great figure. I wonder what happened to Old Man Ling after he left with the cultivation sect."

Hearing the villagers' praise, Ling Xiu felt extremely proud of his grandson, and a gratified smile unconsciously appeared on his lips.

Tian'er, in the end, did not let all her hard work go to waste.

He left the village and town, and in a flash, headed straight for the capital city.

Qingyun Kingdom is located on the western side of the Eastern Spiritual Domain. Its capital city is vast and prosperous, with merchants and travelers exuding an air of elegance. Shops line both sides of the main road leading into the city, and the sounds of vendors hawking their wares rise and fall, creating a bustling and lively scene.

After asking for directions, Ling Xiu quickly found the residence of the Imperial Censor.

Instead of going directly to the door, he chose an elegant restaurant nearby and sat down.

He unleashed his full divine sense, covering the entire Censor-in-Chief's residence, with a focus on investigating his grandson Ling Tian's movements.

Ling Tian had just returned home after completing his official business half a month ago, and was currently engrossed in reviewing documents in his study.

Every move he made exuded the air of an official in a high position.

Ling Xiu couldn't help but recall his grandson studying hard in the cold winter when he was young. The child of yesteryear has grown into a capable adult, and his appearance has changed drastically.

Originally, he didn't want to disturb him rashly, but upon probing with his divine sense, Ling Xiu's brows gradually furrowed.

"Something's wrong. Why is demonic energy invading Tian'er's body?"

Ling Tian was just a mortal who had never embarked on the path of cultivation. There was absolutely no reason for his physical body to be tainted by demonic energy. This matter was strange in every way.

Ling Xiu felt a chill in his heart. Could it be that someone was plotting against his grandson?

He casually ordered some food and drinks, and the night quickly enveloped the entire capital city.

Ling Xiu transformed into a dark figure and, under the cover of night, silently sneaked into the mansion, heading straight for Ling Tian's study.

Upon arriving at the outer perimeter of the study, he raised his hand and set up an isolation array to prevent outsiders from disturbing Ling Tian inside.

Inside the study, Ling Tian, ​​exhausted from working at his desk for a long time, was resting with his arms propped up.

Suddenly hearing a commotion, he looked up sharply and was shocked to see a strange figure standing in the room.

"You audacious thief..."

Ling Tian stood up, about to reprimand the person, but upon seeing the person's face, his eyes widened in astonishment.

The person in front of me looked very young, but his features were incredibly familiar.

Especially that kind and gentle smile, which made him tremble all over.

In his panic, he knocked over the table with his elbow, scattering books all over the floor.

"Who...who are you?"

Ling Tian's voice trembled as he spoke in surprise and doubt.

Ling Xiu's expression was calm, his eyes filled with warmth and emotion.

He deliberately changed his voice back to an aged tone, making his voice incredibly gentle.

"Tian'er, it's Grandpa. Grandpa has come back to see you."

"grandfather……"

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Ling Tian's eyes widened suddenly.

"Is it really you? How did you become so young?"

The sight before Ling Tian was unbelievable.

When I returned to my hometown a few years ago, the villagers all said that my grandfather and Su Nuonuo had been taken to a cultivation sect by immortals. It had been more than eight years since the two of them had last seen each other.

When I saw him again, my grandfather looked so much younger, even younger than me.

Like someone in their thirties.

But he has a unique kind smile, a gentle tone, and eyes full of love.

And that familiar scent remains unchanged.

"It really is Grandpa! Grandpa!"

Ling Tian strode forward, his heart pounding with emotion, and his eyes instantly welled up with tears.

"Grandpa, your appearance has changed so much, have you become an immortal?"

My heart was filled with surprise and excitement.

Ever since he learned that his grandfather had gone to the Qingyun Sect to cultivate immortality, he had been constantly worried and concerned.

He did his best to pass the imperial examinations, hoping to establish himself and then bring his grandfather to the capital to enjoy a life of luxury.

Now that his loved ones have miraculously reappeared and transformed, how could he not be overwhelmed with emotion?

Ling Xiu reached out and hugged his grandson tightly, gently patting his back.

"Xiao Tian, ​​your years of hard work have finally paid off, and you have made a name for yourself. Grandpa is truly happy for you."

He briefly recounted his experiences in cultivating immortality over the years.

"The path to immortality is fraught with thorns, and I have only survived countless tribulations by sheer luck, which has allowed me to maintain my youth and prolong my life to this day."

As soon as he finished speaking, Ling Xiu frowned and his expression became serious.

"Xiao Tian, ​​I came here specifically to see you. Firstly, I've been thinking of you, and secondly, I just discovered from afar that you are surrounded by evil and demonic energy."

Demonic energy not only disturbs your mind but also continuously damages your physical body, leading to endless troubles!