He's alone, but he's a tomb raider!

At first glance, this assessment may not seem like much, but upon closer examination, it carries a profound and subtle meaning.

Pretending to be what others expect...

After a moment's thought, Feng Shayan immediately thought of Zhang Chulan.

Despicable, shameless, and filthy—a complete social outcast. It's hard to imagine what's wrong with young people these days.

However, just when everyone was not paying much attention to him.

Who could have imagined that such a person would possess such skills!

In fact, with a single move, it tore through Zhang Lingyu's protective golden light!

It wasn't that Feng Shayan lacked confidence, but rather that among the younger generation of extraordinary individuals, Zhang Lingyu truly possessed exceptional skills.

Even if he doesn't crush his peers like the Old Celestial Master, Zhang Lingyu should still be conservatively ranked in the top three among his peers. (This is Feng Shayan's opinion; she hasn't yet met Wang Ye and Ma Xianhong.)

Even if she were to personally attack, relying on her Hundred Steps Divine Fist and Shrinking Earth Steps, she might not be able to break through Zhang Lingyu's protective golden light.

However, Zhang Chulan, whom she had always ignored, accomplished what even she herself could not do.

To say I wasn't shocked would be a lie!

As for pretending to be expectant...

After comparing the names, Feng Shayan also turned her attention to Zhang Lingyu.

Could it be that this junior uncle of the Celestial Master's Mansion is not as upright and honest as he appears on the surface?

What he portrays is merely the image he aspires to, or rather, the persona he aspires to.

Feng Shayan: "Brother Qin, what do you mean by that?"

Unbeknownst to them, perhaps it was because of their deepening contact, or perhaps it was because of Mu Qiang.

Gradually, Feng Shayan's way of addressing Qin Yun changed from "Mr. Qin" at the beginning to "Brother Qin," just like Feng Xingtong.

Qin Yun did not answer directly. Instead of answering Feng Shayan's question, Qin Yun asked another question.

What is a person?

Wind and Sand Swallow: "..."

"As a person, one should think sincerely!"

What is sincerity? It is not deceiving others outwardly, nor deceiving one's own conscience inwardly!

"Those two types of people I mentioned before, who expect to become the person they see themselves as, are deceiving themselves!"

Expecting to become who you are in the eyes of others is self-deception!

"As a person, one should think sincerely..."

After muttering to herself for a while, Feng Shayan, who was not without wisdom, immediately discovered the problem.

Qin Yun wasn't just targeting Zhang Lingyu and Zhang Chulan; he was targeting her as well.

After all, isn't dreaming of standing on your own and becoming someone your father is proud of also deceiving yourself?

Thinking of this, Feng Shayan couldn't help but feel a bitter taste in her mouth. Unable to express it in words, she could only ask silently.

"Brother Qin, is there a difference in quality between these two?"

"It doesn't matter. Whether it's deceiving someone's heart or deceiving others, such people don't have an easy life!"

However, it's worth noting that this doesn't apply to ordinary people.

Whether it's deceiving others or deceiving someone's heart, it's not always a bad thing. A persona can sometimes have a positive effect.

But for those with supernatural abilities…”

Qin Yun paused for a moment, then spoke with unprecedented seriousness.

"Once you fall into either of these traps, you'll never reach the pinnacle!"

At this point, Qin Yun couldn't help but feel sorry for Zuo Ruotong.

Whether it's sexual cultivation, life cultivation, or mental cultivation, Zuo Ruotong has met all the requirements to become a master.

The only pity is that, compared to Zhang Zhiwei, Zuo Ruotong was a little less lucky.

Reversing the cycle of rebirth won't allow you to reach the heavens!

If Zuo Ruotong had entered the field later, with his talent, he would definitely have been able to see the flaws in the Reverse Life Triple Technique.

However, because he grew up in Sanyimen, he ultimately failed to see the true face of Mount Lu, for he was "in the midst of the mountain" (i.e., he was in the mountain himself).

Even when it was discovered later, it was too late to change anything!

……

Meanwhile, Qin Yun and Feng Shayan were chatting idly.

Two bolts of lightning, one black and one white, swept across the woods, their yin and yang clashing, causing the night wind to whip up and the shadows of the trees to sway wildly.

Zhang Chulan's Yang Wu Lei is unparalleled in its ferocity, with intense and dazzling lightning.

Each bolt of lightning was extremely sharp, tearing fiercely at the protective Yin Lightning around Zhang Lingyu, making onlookers tremble with fear.

However, a lack of fundamental strength cannot ultimately be compensated for by sheer fighting spirit.

Regardless of the circumstances, Zhang Lingyu had cultivated for more than ten years longer than Zhang Chulan.

The primordial Qi is profound and refined, and the Yin Five Thunders are perfect in both offense and defense.

With shallow Qi, after several clashes, the power of Yang Lei visibly diminished layer by layer, and the Qi within his body was almost exhausted.

After a brief stalemate, the outcome was already decided.

Zhang Lingyu forcibly suppressed the jealousy in his eyes, and three jet-black lightning beads gathered in his palm. Even though he cultivated the Water Dirty Lightning, it was for the sake of the desire in his heart.

Even if it's risky, he will use the Yang Thunder Technique to defeat others honorably!

[Palm-Shock!]

Bang!

A muffled thud.

Zhang Chulan trembled violently, the protective lightning around him shattered instantly, his blood and qi surged and became unbalanced, and he staggered back several steps.

His legs buckled, and he could no longer support himself. He knelt on the ground, his palms went numb, and the lightning around his body completely died out.

Even with his best efforts... he still lost!

The forest fell silent.

Ye Xing and Ji Yun originally thought that Zhang Lingyu would reprimand and punish Zhang Chulan for this.

But the white-robed Taoist stood under the moonlight, quietly watching the panting youth. The jealousy in his eyes was eventually suppressed and gradually turned into a trace of approval.

Although his foundation is shallow and his cultivation is short, there are indeed no problems with the inheritance of his skills.

After all, it is common knowledge that the thunder magic of the Celestial Master's Mansion cannot be stolen!

Zhang Chulan can even master thunder magic, which shows how deep his ancestors' connection with the Celestial Master's Mansion really is.

Zhang Lingyu spoke slowly, her voice losing its previous coldness and gaining a more serious tone.

"Your foundation is still shallow, and your cultivation time is too short, so it is reasonable for you to lose."

"The Luotian Grand Ritual will be held at Longhu Mountain in January. You are welcome to attend!"

No, you think I'll just go because you tell me to?

Zhang Chulan stood there, stunned, his mind a jumble of emotions, unsure how to react.

The battle has ended, and the turmoil seems to have subsided.

Zhang Chulan breathed a slight sigh of relief, assuming that the sudden battle was now completely over.

But the next second, his feet stopped!

Zhang Lingyu, with his hands behind his back and his white robes fluttering, suddenly changed direction, abandoning the path he had taken, and walked slowly towards Qin Yun, who was standing and watching the battle.

Ye Xing and Ji Yun exchanged a glance, then immediately stopped and followed, their gazes fixed intently on Qin Yun.

Feng Shayan's heart tightened, and she instantly understood.

Tonight, the Celestial Master's Mansion is testing more than just Zhang Chulan.

Wind and Sand Swallow: "Master Lingyu, what are you trying to do!"

Ignoring the sandpiper's obstruction, Zhang Lingyu approached step by step, her clear and sharp gaze fixed directly on Qin Yun.

Although there was little hostility, there was a sense of scrutiny in their tone.

"Rumors circulate that you possess the Golden Light Mantra of the Celestial Master's Mansion. Although fragments of the Golden Light Mantra have been leaked, the Celestial Master's Mansion has regulations that prohibit non-disciples from practicing it, let alone passing it on!"

"I've come today for two reasons: first, to verify the issue of Zhang Chulan's succession; and second, to seek confirmation from you regarding the rumors circulating outside."

"I dare to ask you for a few pointers, and I hope you will be so kind as to bestow your wisdom upon me!"

Rumors from the outside world?

Who spread this rumor? It's really hard to guess!

Zhang Lingyu did indeed come for the inheritance of the Celestial Master's Mansion, but Qin Yun had no doubts; he harbored the idea of ​​standing up for Xia He.

After all, it was Zhang Lingyu's idea that was crucial!

If a woman is hit by a man, and he, as a man, doesn't say a word, then he's being a bit too cowardly.

However, even though they had this thought, they stubbornly refused to say it aloud.

Zhang Lingyu is indeed quite a complicated person!

But it's just a fight, why act like you've got me cornered?

Ignoring the envoy's meaningful glances, Qin Yun looked at the untainted Lingyu Zhenren and uttered only one sentence.

"Zhang Lingyu, have you ever lost?"