The Jia Ma Empire, Cloud Mist Sect.
As the largest power in the Jia Ma Empire, the Cloud Mist Sect had strict regulations, immense influence, and its members wore robes marked with a cloud and silver sword insignia on their cuffs. It held unparalleled prestige within the Jia Ma Empire, making it the dream destination for countless young Cultivators in the Empire.
"The Sect Master is back!"
A Disciple of the Cloud Mist Sect pointed at the two figures floating above the clouds and shouted loudly. The surrounding Disciples also cast envious gazes, wishing they could manifest Dou Qi Wing Manifestation.
"Greetings, Sect Master!"
Yun Yun nodded gracefully, then turned and brought Jiang Cheng into the Main Hall of the Cloud Mist Sect. At this time, several Elders and Deacons of the Cloud Mist Sect were gathered in the hall, discussing how Nalan Yanran could win the Three-Year Agreement.
Although the Young Sect Leader possessed outstanding talent, no one knew if Xiao Yan might have encountered some great opportunity, so caution was necessary.
When they heard the Disciples outside announcing the Sect Master's return, the Elders all stood up to welcome the woman whose beauty was almost breathtaking.
"We greet the Sect Master!"
Yun Yun said softly, "Allow me to introduce you all. This is Mr. Jiang Cheng."
Grand Elder Yun Ling and the others immediately looked up, scrutinizing the young man whose aura surpassed Dou Qi fluctuations. Surprise flashed across everyone's faces. To be addressed as 'Mr.' by the Sect Master—could his strength perhaps exceed that of the Sect Master?
Thinking this, Grand Elder Yun Ling and the others cupped their hands and bowed: "Greetings, Mr. Jiang Cheng."
Since the Sect Master addressed him as 'Mr.', the Elders of the Cloud Mist Sect naturally couldn't say anything more and could only cup their hands in greeting.
Jiang Cheng nodded. He was extremely familiar with this person, Yun Ling.
The Chief Grand Elder of the Cloud Mist Sect, a Dou King expert. During the Three-Year Agreement, after failing to forcibly detain Xiao Yan using Mo Cheng's death as a pretext, he led people to attack the Xiao Family, causing Xiao Yan's father, Xiao Zhan, to go missing and nearly wiping out the Xiao Family. He was ultimately killed by Xiao Yan using the Buddha's Fury Fire Lotus in a fit of rage.
It could be said that the downfall of the Cloud Mist Sect was closely related to the obstinacy of Grand Elder Yun Ling.
This person was cunning and belonged to the type who held grudges and sought revenge. Anyone who angered him would face the Cloud Mist Sect's relentless pursuit.
"Why aren't you pouring tea?!"
Yun Yun snapped angrily.
Yun Lei, the second-in-command of the Cloud Mist Sect, hurriedly brewed a pot of hot tea and personally poured full cups for the Sect Master and Mr. Jiang Cheng.
Yun Yun said gently, "Mr.Jiang, please."
"Thank you."
Jiang Cheng replied, picked up the teacup, and took a sip. Although the taste was decent, compared to the peach blossom wine he brewed himself, it wasn't just a little bit worse.
Grand Elder Yun Ling shrugged and timidly took a step forward, "May I ask which Faction's expert Mr. is?"
"Impudence!" Yun Yun shouted angrily, "Who starts a conversation by asking about the other party's Faction? You are too impolite."
Yun Ling scratched his head awkwardly, somewhat unsure of what he had missed, and said, "This Subordinate was just curious why the Sect Master is so polite to Mr. Jiang Cheng. Could it be that you are an expert who has been secluded in the Jia Ma Empire for many years?"
"If that is truly the case, do you perhaps know my Cloud Mist Sect's Old Sect Master, Yun Shan?"
Yun Yun's delicate brows furrowed slightly, and she grit her teeth and scolded, "Yun Ling, how dare you! You actually called out Teacher's name directly! Hurry up and step down!"
Yun Ling's expression was solemn. He had to figure out if this person was hostile toward the Cloud Mist Sect. The Old Sect Master had recently told him that any Stranger entering the Sect must be thoroughly investigated.
Otherwise, what they were doing could easily be discovered. Therefore, no matter who it was, he had to ask clearly.
This was the death order given by the Old Sect Master!
Grand Elder Yun Ling could only disregard the warning of Sect Master Yun Yun and continue his questioning.
Yun Yun was clearly unhappy. As Mr. Jiang Cheng was a Guest, how could Grand Elder Yun Ling be so impolite? This wasn't like him... Jiang Cheng took a sip of tea and said, "I am merely a Traveler roaming the world; there is no need to fear me."
Grand Elder Yun Ling's mouth twitched. Just as he was about to ask something else, he noticed the Sect Master's darkened face and was immediately too scared to say anything more, departing resentfully.
"I apologize, Mr. Jiang" Yun Yun said with a look of apology, "Yun Ling was impolite and offended you. I hope you can forgive him."
"Haha... Miss, you jest. I have traveled the Continent for many years and have seen many people like him. I stopped caring long ago."
Jiang Cheng put down his teacup, turned, and surveyed the experts in the Main Hall. Everyone's strength was at the Dou King Realm, and faintly, from the Back Mountain of the Cloud Mist Sect, there were the Auras of two Dou Zong.
Their strength was between Three-star and Five-star.
One should be the Cloud Mist Sect's Old Sect Master, Yun Shan.
And the other, presumably, is the Soul Hall Protector, Goshawk.
"Teacher, I heard you returned."
Just then, a clear and pleasant voice rang out from outside the Main Hall. The heavy doors were pushed open, and a beautiful woman appeared before everyone.
The woman was dressed in a sweeping, Moon-White Gown with wide sleeves and a tight fit. A light silver Sash was tied around her slender, graspable willow waist, perfectly showcasing her delicate figure.
Her curvaceous figure was extremely captivating. Her Black Hair was casually tied with a strand of Azure Silk and hung down to her delicate hips.
This woman was none other than the Young Sect Leader of the Cloud Mist Sect and one of the Founders of the Three-Year Agreement, Nalan Yanran!
"Teacher~"
Nalan Yanran playfully threw herself into Yun Yun's arms, rubbing her head against her teacher's chest, "Teacher, I missed you so much."
Yun Yun showed a hint of doting affection and said gently, "Yanran, you've come out of seclusion."
Seeing this, the Elders of the Cloud Mist Sect all withdrew from the Main Hall, giving the Teacher and Disciple a chance to be alone.
"Mhm."
Nalan Yanran nodded obediently and said, "I heard Teacher returned, so I rushed over immediately. Teacher, your chest has gotten bigger again..."
Yun Yun's pretty face flushed crimson. She pinched Nalan Yanran's cheek and said, "Go away. All you do is tease your teacher all day long. If you do this again next time, I'll make you Face the Wall in Contemplation for a month."
Nalan Yanran stuck out her cute little tongue and made a face. But then she noticed a handsome Young Man sitting beside them, and she was instantly drawn in by Jiang Cheng's Aura.
This was the first time she had seen such an elegant Young Man, and her heart couldn't help but be stirred.
"Yanran?"
Seeing Nalan Yanran momentarily lost in thought, Yun Yun subconsciously asked, "Yanran, what's wrong?"
Nalan Yanran snapped back to reality, quickly stood up, put her hands behind her back, and shyly asked, "Nothing... May I ask who this Senior is?"
Yun Yun introduced, "This is Mr. Jiang Cheng, a friend of your teacher."
"Disciple Nalan Yanran greets Mr. Jiang Cheng."
Nalan Yanran cupped her hands and bowed, showing an extremely respectful attitude, making anyone watching want to help her Delicate Body up.
Jiang Cheng said, "I have long admired your reputation."
"Ah?" Nalan Yanran raised an eyebrow, "Does Mr. happen to know this Junior?"
"The Founder of the Three-Year Agreement, the Genius who Annulled the Engagement, Nalan Yanran. I believe everyone in the entire Jia Ma Empire knows of you."