Wait, How Did My Digital Girlfriend Become a Sword Immortal? Chapter 763:: A Joyous Event

The instant Chen Huaian wrapped up his words, complete quiet descended upon the Moon Shadow Sect's gateway.

A lone crow soared above, releasing a lone "caw" before a razor-sharp Sword Qi struck it down.

The bird plummeted straight before the Blade Sect's genius. His eyelid flickered, as though he'd abruptly returned to his senses. He swung a fierce backhand slap at the Qi Sect's senior brother next to him.

*Slap—!*

The sound echoed sharply.

"Ah! What the heck are you doing?!" The Qi Sect senior brother exploded in shock and rage.

The Blade Sect genius displayed a face of total composure, his gaze holding subtle hints of hopelessness. His tone came out even and emotionless as he inquired, "Did that sting?"

"Sting? Why don't you test it yourself and find out if it does!"

Disregarding the now-enraged Qi Sect senior brother, the Blade Sect genius simply lifted his eyes to the heavens with a mournful look and released a deep sigh.

Next, he dropped straight to his knees facing Chen Huaian's position.

"Sword Master Chen, this junior just recalled the junior brothers and sisters in my sect who desperately need my teachings and provisions. My mind simply won't find peace. So today, Sword Master Chen, could we act as if this junior never showed up? This junior will depart at once. As for all that transpired and all I discovered today, this junior vows to carry it to the end with me!"

With those words out, this Blade Sect genius promptly lifted four fingers skyward, forming his pledge inwardly.

He was certain that Sword Master Chen, being a Great Ascension Stage expert with his profound, ocean-deep Divine Sense, would undoubtedly detect his inner thoughts.

Thus, voicing the oath aloud would only create unnecessary embarrassment for all involved.

He yearned to survive.

He refused to perish!

Chen Huaian let out a light laugh. "Won't you join us for a bite? This Venerable One notices your potential is impressive. I might even offer some advice on your blade skills. Remember, you mentioned wanting to exchange moves with This Venerable One? The paths of blade and sword overlap in many ways. This Venerable One believes a session could prove fruitful."

At those words, the Blade Sect genius paled dramatically. In ordinary times, such an invitation from Chen Huaian would thrill him to the brink of collapse.

Yet now, those same words filled his mouth with a bitter taste.

Why hadn't he realized Sword Master Chen could be Qingran Fairy's Dao Companion?

Qingran Fairy's lack of a Dao Companion had always seemed odd. And Sword Master Chen's single status raised similar questions.

In today's Cangyun Realm, which ancient powerhouse who's endured for millennia lacks one or two Dao Companions?

Some boast a dozen or more, both public and hidden!

Though Sword Master Chen's true years remain a mystery, he commands youth-retaining techniques. He appears youthful, and his features would captivate crowds everywhere.

Long ago, Qingran Fairy was rescued by Sword Master Chen. Their bond might have begun with thanks and obligation. But through constant togetherness, and with Qingran Fairy as a stunning mortal beauty... since Sword Master Chen doesn't follow the Emotionless Path, falling for her makes complete sense, doesn't it?

In the Cangyun Realm's social scorn for Dao Companion matches, the worst taboo is surely a master-disciple union turning romantic.

Particularly when it involves an elder preying on the young.

Yet scorn aside... it hinges on the individuals involved...

With Sword Master Chen present, who would dare express contempt?

Care to attempt it?

"Hehe, Senior Chen, you're pulling my leg... this junior was merely fooling around... What level has this junior even reached? How deep could my grasp of the Dao be?" The Blade Sect genius, drenched in sweat, backed away step by step. Reaching what felt like a secure range, he yelled to Chen Huaian, 'Farewell, Senior!' before spinning around and fleeing.

He dashed with lids shut, tears trickling from his eyes.

Every lingering fantasy of Qingran Fairy in his thoughts dissolved gradually with those tears.

Beneath the dying sun, his fleeing form looked rather pitiful, but it carried a hint of freed release.

...

Chen Huaian shifted his attention and scanned the remaining sect geniuses, addressing them individually.

"You over there, didn't you claim a desire to clash with This Venerable One? Step up, let's begin immediately. The Moon Shadow Sect elders can serve as observers. We'll seal a life-and-death pact."

The Moon Shadow Sect's Deacon Elders froze in stunned silence, rooted like statues. They never imagined getting pulled into this mess!

Yet in this scenario, should they step in?

Would the ancestor hush them afterward...

No surprise the senior elders, upon learning the news, had barricaded themselves in their caves and stayed put. They'd clearly known of the ancestor's tie to the Sect Master for ages!

A pack of sly foxes!

Chen Huaian then eyed the rest. "And you? Weren't you curious about This Venerable One's origins?"

"As for you, This Venerable One recalls your precise phrasing: you aimed to confront This Venerable One, correct..."

He singled out these genius disciples one after another, throwing their own statements back at them, much like a infernal lord selecting from a feast.

The assembled sect geniuses fell utterly mute, how could they utter a word? They stood rigidly straight, chins tucked, complexions ashen.

They'd figured Qingran Fairy's Dao Companion would possess strength.

After all, whoever captured Qingran Fairy's interest had to be an exceptional figure.

He'd excel across the board.

But strength has boundaries, even then.

They represented the elite of the youth. Who feared another?

But reality struck hard. They faced a Great Ascension Stage powerhouse, the top Sword Cultivator in the Cangyun Realm no less. Who could withstand that? Some geniuses still struggled to accept it.

"Senior... are you truly Qingran Fairy's Dao Companion..."

A voice piped up timidly, "Don't trick us, please. You're just protecting Qingran Fairy's Dao-seeking focus from disruption, aren't you? We get it, and rest easy. None of us deem ourselves fit for Qingran Fairy. We simply couldn't stomach anyone claiming her as Dao Companion... That's why frustration drove us to stir trouble at dawn."

"Still doubting?" Chen Huaian arched a brow and called to Li Qingran, who waited quietly beside him without a peep, "Over here, dear disciple."

He presented his cheek to her.

Li Qingran caught on right away. Though bashful and flushed, she rose on her toes and planted a gentle "mwah" on Chen Huaian's cheek. Being her debut public display of such intimacy, she afterward ducked her head, fidgeting with her fingers, and stayed silent.

The Moon Shadow Sect's entrance plunged into profound hush once more.

The sect geniuses remained petrified on the spot, their demeanors completely broken.

Meanwhile, the Moon Shadow Sect's disciples and deacons at the gate fought to mask their astonishment, either gazing at the floating clouds or fixating on ground-crawling ants, tallying them.

"As you've witnessed..."

Li Qingran took the initiative to hook her arm through Chen Huaian's, nestling her charming face against him tenderly. With cheeks rosy, she murmured, "Master serves as my Dao Companion... I've cherished Master for ages... Without my persistent coaxing, Master never would've agreed.

Thus, kindly depart, all of you. You're the shining stars of the young era, the prized disciples of your sects. Great accomplishments await you ahead, and you'll no doubt discover Dao Companions matching your souls.

Qingran appreciates your backing and fondness.

Yet my affections are already claimed... My apologies."

Upon Li Qingran's statement, Chen Huaian inwardly flashed a silent thumbs-up.

His little disciple truly knew how to phrase things just right.

Such eloquent lines would never cross his mind.

She spared these sect geniuses' pride, softening the blow, while firmly shutting the door on their hopes, all while upholding grace and the poised image of a Sect Master.

"Now it makes sense." The Qi Sect senior brother clasped his hands, grinning in acceptance. "I've long pondered who could match Qingran Fairy. Seeing her paired with Sword Master Chen now, it all clicks into place. Surprising, but utterly fitting.

With that, this junior won't impose further. I'll head back to my sect for closed-door cultivation and reflection."

"We'll bid farewell too."

"May Qingran Fairy and Senior Chen share eternal harmony as partners."

...

The cluster of genius disciples pivoted to depart.

Under the waning sun, additional silhouettes emerged, openly weeping.

Chen Huaian and Li Qingran exchanged glances and shared a smile.

With their bond fully revealed, the pair could now abandon all pretense in public. And Li Qingran escaped the clingy advances from rival sect cultivators.

In the Cangyun Realm, stealing another's mate draws universal contempt.

Especially when that mate is Sword Master Chen.

Who could even attempt such a theft?

"Why the hesitation, everyone?" Chen Huaian glanced at the assembled Moon Shadow Sect disciples and deacons. "With This Venerable One's and Qingran's connection exposed, secrecy's no longer required. Qingran will soon venture to the Small Thousand World. Prior to that, This Venerable One and Qingran shall conduct a wedding rite and proclaim our union worldwide."

Planning the ancestor's and Sect Master's nuptials—this was a prime opportunity!

Executing such a celebratory event flawlessly promised abundant benefits.

Above all, it offered frequent proximity to the ancestor, boosting one's visibility.

The previously listless sect deacons surged with renewed vigor.

As for the master-disciple dynamic and the years between Chen Huaian and Li Qingran, they brushed those aside without thought.

In other sects, it might spell scandal.

But for Moon Shadow Sect, it doubled as fortune, retaining blessings in-house!

Yet right as the deacon group geared up to advance and accept directives...

The core elders, who'd vanished into their caves under vague pretenses, materialized one by one in front of Chen Huaian and Li Qingran.

"Ancestor, entrust the wedding arrangements to me without doubt!" Zhang Mengchu shoved that deacon elder aside, beaming as he declared, "I excel at managing such events. Before embarking on the immortal path, I handled every wedding and rite in my village."

"Ancestor, assign it to me." Su Qinian emerged from his washing machine and perched atop it, whirling around. "Elder Zhang refers to mortal customs for unions and farewells. That's worlds apart from our Cangyun Realm ways. Ancestor, trust me. Else, how else would I have accumulated so many Dao Companions, open and covert?"

"Ancestor." Li Ziping advanced steadily, stating evenly, "Though this junior lacks expertise here, I'm ready to assist with the site, perhaps erecting a lavish Yin-Yang array or similar. It'll outshine their setups for sure."

Lin Fan stayed mute. He unsheathed his sword and strode up. "Ancestor, simply point out who needs eliminating?"

Everyone: "..."

Chen Huaian surveyed the eager elders, then Li Qingran, her features radiant with joy and eyes brimming with eagerness. He swept his hand broadly. "For a festive affair like this, all should join in. So, let's collaborate on it!"

...

Heading to the feast. Taking a break.