Cultivating with Top Enlightenment Chapter 726 - 311: Old Friends from the Profound Lady Sect (Part 2)

Amidst the ranks of the army stood a singular faction that caught the eye; it consisted solely of women cultivators, each one blooming with the splendor of a hundred blossoms.

Array cultivators nearby, catching sight of this cohesive band of female cultivators, identified them as disciples from the Profound Lady Sect and couldn't resist sneaking peeks in their direction.

Though the visages of these women cultivators were breathtaking and matchless, their demeanors remained frosty and aloof, treating the male cultivators around them like deadly serpents and savage predators.

Those male cultivators, caught in embarrassment, had many pull their stares away, yet a handful lingered, captivated by the allure of a frosty beauty they couldn't ignore.

Special envy burned toward one figure in the Profound Lady Sect—a cultivator in green robes, the lone man surrounded by the sect's floral sea of beauties!

Whispers claimed he was the offspring of the prior Saintess from the Profound Lady Sect, discovered abroad and brought back into the fold. Despite the former Saintess's scandal staining the sect's honor, his exceptional talent justified his inclusion.

The green-robed cultivator met the antagonistic stares with eyes resembling an ancient frozen abyss, mirroring back the same icy disdain.

Confronted by those formidable eyes, a wave of cold dread washed over many, prompting them to hastily turn away.

Still, a couple persisted without fear.

In reply, the green-robed cultivator drew his sword, unleashing an aura profound and boundless like a tranquil ocean, forcing those bold ones to fall back.

"Master, well done!"

Next to the green-robed cultivator stood a vibrant silhouette, who sent her words directly into his mind.

She served as the Saintess of the Profound Lady Sect, notorious for her love of spirits, frequently confined to isolated training by the Profound Lady Sect's Sect Leader, though she never mended her ways.

Her name was Ye Qinghe, reborn from the True Martial Realm.

And the green-robed cultivator went by the name Taoist Longshan.

"Qinghe, for matters like this next time, you should handle it as the Saintess. I truly don't wish to!"

Ye Qinghe sent back her response.

"Hehe, no chance; after all, Master, you're the Path Guardian of the Profound Lady Sect now? Consider yourself lucky—don't you notice how those folks envy your spot?"

"Stop your prattle!"

The pair, master and disciple both reborn into the Fuyao Realm, had joined the Profound Lady Sect one after the other.

However, Ye Qinghe took on the role of Taoist Longshan's senior sister, while he became the junior brother.

What was once a master-disciple bond in the True Martial Realm had flipped to senior sister and junior brother, naturally fueling Taoist Longshan's deep irritation and his chilly attitude through the years.

As the only male in the Profound Lady Sect, the other women cultivators had first felt discomfort around him, but this display earned him greater respect from all.

As a result, the Profound Lady Sect's Sect Leader named Taoist Longshan the Path Guardian.

During his last contact with Ning Qi, he had finally vented, dropping a cryptic line.

"Jiu, just you wait..."

It left Ning Qi chuckling for hours.

Ye Qinghe, holding the title of Saintess in the Profound Lady Sect, publicly called Taoist Longshan junior brother in their talks, and he addressed her as senior sister. Yet in private transmissions, Ye Qinghe still honored him as master.

Otherwise, Taoist Longshan would reclaim his former authority from the True Martial Realm.

The Profound Lady Sect ranks as the most distinctive sect across the Fuyao Realm.

No happening in the Fuyao Realm could slip past their awareness.

The Cyan Profound Immortal Sect had once plotted to breach domains and wipe out the Infinite Sword Sect, Ning Qi's present affiliation. How could Taoist Longshan and Ye Qinghe stay untroubled?

Thus, the moment Sikong Lan drew near Qi Keqing, the duo inevitably exchanged thoughts.

Ye Qinghe transmitted, "Master, what are your thoughts on Sikong Lan's aim to enlist in the Jade Light Immortal Sect's forces?"

Taoist Longshan responded, "I can't fathom his motives, but I'm worried Qi Keqing might get truly swayed by him!"

Ye Qinghe pressed on, "That won't occur; beyond Junior Brother Ning and you, Senior Sister Qi stands as the third I hold in esteem. With all her monumental feats, how could she fall for Sikong Lan?"

"You have a valid argument."

Ye Qinghe whispered further, "Master, Senior Sister Qi values our Profound Lady Sect greatly; I've learned she's covertly aided us through several dire straits."

Taoist Longshan hesitated, "How come I'm unaware of this?"

"Hehe, it's privy only to the Saintess and Sect Leader; as Path Guardian and the sole man, certain details stay hidden from you for the moment!"

"So why share it with me? Qinghe, even reborn from the True Martial Realm, we must uphold trust no matter where we land!"

Ye Qinghe sighed inwardly, feeling her master was intentionally schooling her again.

Their cultivations had recently entered the Integration Realm.

As those nearest to Ning Qi, they gained extra guidance from him, surging their progress ahead of fellow True Martial Realm reincarnates.

Both directed their attention forward.

Under Sikong Lan's onslaught of words, Qi Keqing seemed briefly tempted.

But moments later, Qi Keqing abruptly told Sikong Lan, "To enlist in my army, you'll obey every order I give—can you manage that?"

Hearing her words, onlookers who thought her influenced breathed easy.

Sikong Lan's gaze flickered sharply.

Qi Keqing aimed to claim his authority, yet if he still commanded his soldiers, it posed no problem.

Thus, Sikong Lan answered, "Of course!"

Qi Keqing's heroic features broke into a sudden grin. It lacked any soft femininity, carrying instead a trace of ruthless edge.

"Excellent, merge your troops into my ranks; I'm sure my captains will welcome you aboard."

Sikong Lan's face shifted subtly, "Senior Sister Qi, that doesn't feel fair?"

He planned to align with the Jade Light Immortal Sect's army and borrow their might, not surrender his hold on his own men.

With his forces scattered, how would he direct them?

"These are my conditions—join or leave; if not, step aside!" Qi Keqing declared with commanding force.