jiā shēng de mù 。 lín xuān bìng bù qīng chǔ ， cǐ shí cǐ kè 。 tā zhèng zài xuān lài zhōu xiǎo xián guàng 。 lǐ miàn dà dà xiǎo xiǎo de fāng fǔ ， zú yǒu shù qiān zhī duō ， guāng cóng zhè yì diǎn ， yě kě yǐ kàn chū gāi chéng de zhàn dì miàn jī ， shì duō me guǎng kuò 。
家生的幕。林轩并不清楚，此时此刻。他正在轩赖洲小闲逛。里面大大小小的坊甫，足有数千之多，光从这一点，也可以看出该城的占地面积，是多么广阔。
In the grand hall. Lin Xuan was unaware of what was happening at this moment. He was casually strolling around Xianlai Continent, where there were thousands upon thousands of shops and stalls. From this alone, one could see how vast the city's area must be.
duì yú gǔ xiū shì de shén tōng ， lín xuān táng mù jié shé ， zhì shǎo rú jīn de yún zhōu ， xiǎng yào xiū jiàn zhè me yī zuò jù chéng ， kě bìng bù qīng sōng 。
对于古修士的神通，林轩膛目结舌，至少如今的云州，想要修建这么一座巨城，可并不轻松。
Lin Xuan was amazed by the ancient cultivators' abilities. Building such a massive city in present-day Yunzhou would not have been easy. However, what surprised him was that the city was heavily drenched with阴气 (yin qi). The architectural style and the prohibitions inscribed on them seemed to be closely linked to阴司鬼物 (yinshi ghostly creatures).
bù guò ràng rén yì wài de shì ， cǐ chéng yīn qì tài zhòng 。 ér qiě cóng jiàn zhù fēng gé ， dào jìn zhì diāo xuán 。 dōu yǔ yīn sī guǐ wù ， yǒu zhe qiān sī wàn lǚ lián xì shì de 。
不过让人意外的是，此城阴气太重。而且从建筑风格，到禁制雕玄。都与阴司鬼物，有着千丝万缕联系似的。
Lin Xuan wondered what secrets lay within this place but had many things he needed to handle. He did not have the time or energy to get involved in such matters.
lǐ miàn jiū jìng yǐn cáng zhe shén me ， lín xuān yě yǒu xiē dí gū ， bù guò tā shǒu zhōng xū bàn de shì qíng hěn duō ， zì rán méi yǒu xīn qíng zài qù duō guǎn xián shì le 。
里面究竟隐藏着什么，林轩也有些嘀咕，不过他手中需办的事情很多，自然没有心情再去多管闲事了。
After about a stick of incense, Lin Xuan arrived at another market entrance. After paying the entry fee with crystal stones, he stepped into the market.
yuē yī zhù xiāng de gōng fu yǐ hòu ， lín xuān yòu lái dào yī jiā fāng shì de rù kǒu 。
约一炷香的功夫以后，林轩又来到一家坊市的入口。
Several hours later, as Lin Xuan emerged from the market, his face showed a hint of a bitter smile. Unlike his previous good luck, this time, he had wasted his efforts and did not acquire anything useful.
jiǎo nà le mén piào jīng shí ， lín xuān huǎn bù zǒu le jìn qù 。
缴纳了门票晶石，林轩缓步走了进去。
However, Lin Xuan was not discouraged; there were still plenty of opportunities.
shù gè shí chén yǐ hòu ， lín xuān chū lái ， liǎn shàng lù chū yī sī kǔ xiào zhī sè ， yǔ gāng gāng de hǎo yùn bù tóng ， zhè yī huí ， bái bái làng fèi gōng fu ， jū rán méi yǒu shōu gòu dào yī yàng hé yòng zhī wù 。
数个时辰以后，林轩出来，脸上露出一丝苦笑之色，与刚刚的好运不同，这一回，白白浪费功夫，居然没有收购到一样何用之物。
He called for a carriage and flew to another market.
bù guò lín xuān bìng bù qì něi ， hái yǒu de shì jī huì 。
不过林轩并不气馁，还有的是机会。
Time passed quickly. As the sun set behind the hills, the stars began to twinkle in the sky over Xianlai City. Cultivators had extraordinary stamina, so most shops remained open at night as well.
tā zhāo shǒu huàn guò yī liàng shòu chē ， yòu xiàng lìng yī zuò fāng shì fēi chí ér qù le 。
他招手唤过一辆兽车，又像另一座坊市飞驰而去了。
"Young Master, do we continue our tour?" Mo'er's voice reached his ears. Despite a long day, they had made considerable progress. However, their goal was far from achieved.
shí guāng yì guò 。 zhuǎn yǎn tài yáng yǐ là xià le shān pō ， xīng xīng diǎn diǎn de guāng máng zài xuān yuán chéng zhōng liàng qǐ ， xiū xiān zhě yǒu zhe cháng rén wú fǎ qǐ jí de tǐ lì ， suǒ yǐ dà bù fèn fāng shì diàn pù ， yè jiān yě tóng yàng shì zhèng cháng yíng yè dì 。
时光易过。转眼太阳已落下了山坡，星星点点的光芒在轩辕城中亮起，修仙者有着常人无法企及的体力，所以大部分坊市店铺，夜间也同样是正常营业地。
Lin Xuan did not need much persuasion. "No, I prefer solitude. Arrange for me a secluded pavilion."
“ shào yé ， wǒ men hái yào jiē zhe guàng me ？” yuè ér de shēng yīn chuán rù ěr duǒ ， yī tiān xià lái ， zhǔ pú èr rén dào yě yǒu bù fēi shōu huò ， dāng rán ； jù lí lín xuān yù dìng de rì biāo ， hái chà dé fēi cháng zhī yuǎn de 。
“少爷，我们还要接着逛么？”月儿的声音传入耳朵，一天下来，主仆二人倒也有不菲收获，当然；距离林轩预定的日标，还差得非常之远的。
The official in charge of law enforcement, who was about mid-stage condensation realm, looked surprised. Such an event attracted many veteran cultivators to gather and make friends, even those without a sect. This request seemed out of the ordinary.
“ bù liǎo 。” lín xuān lüè yī chóu chú ， huǎn huǎn kāi kǒu 。
“不了。”林轩略一踌躇，缓缓开口。
"Is there something wrong with my conditions?" Lin Xuan's expression turned cold.
“ wèi shén me xiǎo bì dào shì bù zěn me lèi de 。”
“为什么小婢到是不怎么累的。”
"No, no, Young Master, please do not misunderstand. I will arrange it immediately," the official hurriedly said, his face turning pale.
“ shǎ yā tou ， tiān yún jiāo yì huì yòu bú shì liǎng sān tiān jiù mǎ shàng jié shù ， huāng shén me ， hé kuàng wǒ men hái yǒu de shì qíng yào zuò 。”
“傻丫头，天云交易会又不是两三天就马上结束，慌什么，何况我们还有的事情要做。”
Lin Xuan nodded and then softened his expression. The official quickly arranged everything in a short while, completing all formalities within a cup of tea.
“ bié de shì qíng ？” yuè ér yī dāi ， yǒu xiē qí guài ， tā zěn me xiǎng bù qǐ lái 。
“别的事情？”月儿一呆，有些奇怪，她怎么想不起来。
The price was steep; staying in such a pavilion for one day cost a hundred crystal stones. But with Lin Xuan's wealth, he did not mind.
jiàn xiǎo yā tou mǎn tóu wù shuǐ de yàng zi ， lín xuān bù yóu de wēi wēi tàn le kǒu qì ：“ zài nà xuè guǐ fāng lǐ ， duì fāng wèi le biǎo shì chéng yì ， miǎn fèi zèng sòng le xuán yīn míng yè de pèi fāng ， yǐ jí gòu yī cì shǐ yòng de yào cái ！ suī rán tīng tā de miáo shù ， cǐ fāng fǎ kě xíng ， dàn wǒ men zǒng yě yào shì shì xiào guǒ ， suǒ yǐ xiàn zài ， chēng xū yào zhǎo dì fāng mù yù yī fān 。”
见小丫头满头雾水的样子，林轩不由得微微叹了口气：“在那血鬼坊里，对方为了表示诚意，免费赠送了玄阴明液的配方，以及够一次使用的药材！虽然听他的描述，此方法可行，但我们总也要试试效果，所以现在，称需要找地方沐浴一番。”
"Little Qing, lead this senior to the pavilion," the official instructed his attendant. Then, turning to Lin Xuan, he added, "Any requests, just tell her, and she will obey your orders."
“ ó 。” yuè ér liǎn shàng diǎn le diǎn tóu ， bù zài biǎo shì yì yì le 。
“哦。”月儿脸上点了点头，不再表示异议了。
Lin Xuan nodded without comment, his expression unchanged.
yú shì lín xuān huàn guò yī liàng shòu chē ， xiàng xuān yuán chéng běi qū xíng qù 。
于是林轩唤过一辆兽车，像轩辕城北区行去。
Little Qing was a pretty girl but only at mid-stage灵动 (duling) realm with poor资质 (zhiqi). Her attire indicated that she belonged to some minor sect. In the competitive world of cultivation, such people were often overlooked and even used as cannon fodder. From a certain perspective, they might not be much better than common cultivators.
zhěng gè jù chéng ， bèi fēn wéi shù gè 。 qū yù ， dōu yǒu fāng shì 。 bù guò běi qū xiāng duì lái shuō ， shù liàng yào shǎo yī xiē ， yīn wèi zhè lǐ chú le fāng shì 。 hái yǒu dà liàng de tíng tái lóu gé ， zuò wèi zhāo dài kè rén suǒ yòng ， jiù rú tóng shì sú kè zhàn ， dāng rán ， yào háo huá dé duō ， zhù jìn qù shì shí fēn shū shì de 。
整个巨城，被分为数个。区域，都有坊市。不过北区相对来说，数量要少一些，因为这里除了坊市。还有大量的亭台楼阁，做为招待客人所用，就如同世俗客栈，当然，要豪华得多，住进去是十分舒适的。
Recalling his past experiences, Lin Xuan sighed but was more lenient towards Little Qing compared to the official: "Lead the way."
lín xuān zuò wèi yuán yīng qī xiū xiān zhě ， zì rán shì bèi dài dào le zuì hǎo de yī piàn gé lóu 。
林轩做为元婴期修仙者，自然是被带到了最好的一片阁楼。
"Understood!"
kàn jiàn shòu chē ， zǎo yǒu yī míng zuò zhí fǎ shǐ dǎ bàn de xiū shì yíng shàng lái le ， xiū wèi dào yě bù dī 。 yuē yǒu níng dān zhōng qī ， gōng gōng jìng jìng de xiàng lín xuān xíng le yī xìng shān “ huān yíng qián bèi guāng lín cǐ chù ， qǐng wèn nín xū yào zěn yàng de xiū xī zhī chù ， shì xū shuǎ yǔ qí tā qián bèi hé zhù ， zhè yàng nín kě yǐ rèn shí gèng duō de péng yǒu ， jiāo huàn xiū liàn xīn dé ， hái shì ”
看见兽车，早有一名做执法使打扮的修士迎上来了，修为倒也不低。约有凝丹中期，恭恭敬敬的像林轩行了一幸山“欢迎前辈光临此处，请问您需要怎样的休息之处，是需耍与其他前辈合住，这样您可以认识更多的朋友，交换修炼心得，还是”
Little Qing nodded and quickly bowed.
“ bù yòng ， lín mǒu xǐ huān qīng jìng ， nǐ gěi wǒ yī zuò dān dú de gé lóu ， zuì hǎo shì piān pì yì diǎn de 。” duì fāng huà méi yǒu shuō wán 。 lín xuān jiù lěng lěng de kāi kǒu 。
“不用，林某喜欢清静，你给我一座单独的阁楼，最好是偏僻一点的。”对方话没有说完。林轩就冷冷的开口。
A quarter of an hour passed, yet they had not reached their chosen residence. Instead of anger, Lin Xuan felt satisfied; the further away, the better for him.
“ piān pì ？” nà zhí fǎ shǐ yī dāi ， yǒu xiē yì wài 。 zhè yàng de shèng shì ， hěn duō yuán yīng lǎo guài 。 dōu hū péng huàn yǒu ， jiù suàn shì méi yǒu mén pài de sàn xiū ， yě xiǎng jiè jī jiāo shàng jǐ gè péng yǒu ， zhè wèi de yāo qiú ， zhēn yǒu diǎn ……
“偏僻？”那执法使一呆，有些意外。这样的盛事，很多元婴老怪。都呼朋唤友，就算是没有门派的散修，也想借机交上几个朋友，这位的要求，真有点……
Actually, Bai Xuan Pavilion had its own accommodations within the market district, though their strength was negligible as they were invited guests. However, Lin Xuan did not intend to interact much with them. While Muyu's mask was excellent and no one could identify him so far, it did not mean he would remain undiscovered.
“ zěn me ， nǐ yǒu yì yì ， duì lǎo fū tí chū de tiáo jiàn ， gǎn jué bù hé cháng lǐ ？” lín xuān biǎo qíng lěng le xià qù 。
“怎么，你有异议，对老夫提出的条件，感觉不合常理？”林轩表情冷了下去。
If his identity were exposed, he might escape alone, but involving Bai Xuan Pavilion would endanger Ying'er and others. Lin Xuan always considered every detail carefully.
“ méi yǒu méi yǒu ， qián bèi qiān wàn bú yào wù huì ， wǎn bèi zhè jiù qù bàn 。”
“没有没有，前辈千万不要误会，晚辈这就去办。”
As they walked, Lin Xuan pondered. Little Qing led the way while Lin Xuan lagged slightly behind. No other cultivators were nearby.
nà zhí fǎ shǐ xià le yī tiào ， máng liǎn sè dà biàn de dào ， zhè zhǒng děng jí de lǎo guài wù ， nǎ shì zì jǐ kě yǐ dé zuì de ， hé kuàng yī xiē kǔ xiū zhī shì ， běn jiù xìng gé gū pì ， guò wèn yuán yīng lǎo guài de xián shì ， qǐ bù shì lǎo shòu xīng huó nì le ” zhǎo sǐ ？
那执法使吓了一跳，忙脸色大变的道，这种等级的老怪物，哪是自己可以得罪的，何况一些苦修之士，本就性格孤僻，过问元婴老怪的闲事，岂不是老寿星活腻了”找死？
Suddenly, Lin Xuan's expression changed as he stepped forward, grabbing Little Qing in a tight embrace. Startled, her body stiffened. Such a beautiful woman with such low cultivation was meant to serve veteran cultivators and had no choice but to submit to their will.
lín xuān diǎn diǎn tóu ， zhè cái shén sè yī huǎn ， ér duì fāng dù hěn kuài ， bù guò yī zhǎn chá de gōng fu 。 jiù jiāng shǒu xù bàn hǎo le 。
林轩点点头，这才神色一缓，而对方度很快，不过一盏茶的功夫。就将手续办好了。
The disparity between them was too great; even if she were used as a鼎炉 (dinglu), it would be beneficial. She was willing, but why did he rush?
dāng rán ， jià gé yě bù fēi 。
当然，价格也不菲。
"Stay still!"
zhè gé lóu zhù shàng yī tiān ， jiù xū yào yì bǎi jīng shí ， jiǎn zhí gēn qiǎng rén chà bu duō 。 bù guò yǐ lín xuān de shēn jiā ， dào yě bìng bù zài hū 。
这阁楼住上一天，就需要一百晶石，简直跟抢人差不多。不过以林轩的身家，倒也并不在乎。
Lin Xuan's voice entered her mind. Little Qing froze, realizing that Lin Xuan merely held her tightly without any improper intentions.
“ xiǎo qīng ， chēng lǐng zhè wèi qián bèi qù gé lóu 。” nà zhí fǎ shǐ duì shēn biān de yī míng shì nǚ kāi kǒu 。 suí hòu zhuǎn guò tóu ， liǎn shàng lù chū xiàn mèi zhī sè ：“ qián bèi ， cǐ nǚ shì zhuān mén fú shì nǐ de ， yǒu rèn hé shì qíng jǐn guǎn fēn fù ， tā jué bù gǎn wéi bèi nín mìng lìng de 。”
“小青，称领这位前辈去阁楼。”那执法使对身边的一名侍女开口。随后转过头，脸上露出献媚之色：“前辈，此女是专门服侍你的，有任何事情尽管吩咐，她绝不敢违背您命令的。”
Little Qing was surprised but not stupid. She relaxed and leaned against Lin Xuan.
“ ń 。” lín xuān bù zhì kě fǒu ， liǎn zhàn kàn bù chū xǐ nù 。
“嗯。”林轩不置可否，脸占看不出喜怒。
A dozen paces away, a young woman emerged from the pavilion, about seventeen or eighteen years old. Though not an absolute beauty, she was charming.
nà jiào xiǎo qīng de nǚ zǐ ， zī róng bù sú ， bù guò jǐn jǐn shì líng dòng zhōng qī bà le 。 ér qiě zī zhì hěn chà ， kàn tā de fú shì ， yīng gāi shì mǒu gè xiǎo mén pài de dì zǐ ， kě xiū xiān jiè ruò ròu qiáng shí 。 zhè yàng de rén zài mén zhōng gēn běn bù shòu zhòng shì 。 shèn zhì suí shí bèi dàng zuò pào huī xī shēng diào ， cóng mǒu zhǒng yì yì shàng shuō ， shèn zhì hái bù rú cǎo gēn xiū xiān zhě 。
那叫小青的女子，姿容不俗，不过仅仅是灵动中期罢了。而且资质很差，看她的服饰，应该是某个小门派的弟子，可修仙界弱肉强食。这样的人在门中根本不受重视。甚至随时被当做炮灰牺牲掉，从某种意义上说，甚至还不如草根修仙者。
Despite being younger than Little Qing, this girl had reached mid-stage veteran cultivator realm!
xiǎng qǐ zì jǐ yǐ wǎng de jīng lì ， lín xuān tàn le kǒu qì ， duì cǐ nǚ fǎn ér bǐ duì zhí fǎ shǐ hé ǎi yī xiē ：“ dài lù 。“ shì ！”
想起自己以往的经历，林轩叹了口气，对此女反而比对执法使和蔼一些：“带路。“是！”
However, that alone did not concern Lin Xuan; the problem was that she was no ordinary human cultivator but a princess of the Spirit Realm with two souls: New Moon Fairy!
xiǎo qīng diǎn diǎn tóu ， máng gōng
小青点点头，忙恭
Although Muyu had said that the mask was extraordinary and could only be recognized by an old monster in the separation stage, logically, at mid-stage New Moon's realm should not pose much danger. However, Lin Xuan did not take any risks; her realm was on par with his, and Spirit Realm secrets were beyond his comprehension. If she recognized him here...
zhuǎn yǎn guò qù le yī kè zhōng ， què bìng wèi lái dào xuǎn hǎo de zhù chù ， lín xuān bù jǐn bù nù ， liǎn shàng fǎn ér shí fēn mǎn yì ， duì tā lái shuō ， yuè piān pì yuè yǒu hǎo chù 。
转眼过去了一刻钟，却并未来到选好的住处，林轩不仅不怒，脸上反而十分满意，对他来说，越偏僻越有好处。
Lin Xuan shuddered to think of the consequences.
qí shí bài xuān gé zài fāng shì zhī zhōng ， yě yǒu zhuān mén zhù suǒ ， suī rán pāo de shí lì bù zhí yī tí 。 dàn bì jìng shì yìng yāo ér lái de mén pài zhī yī 。
其实拜轩阁在坊市之中，也有专门住所，虽然抛的实力不值一提。但毕竟是应邀而来的门派之一。
Their last encounter had been a lucky break for Lin Xuan. New Moon would not make the same mistake again.
bù guò lín xuān kě bù dǎ suàn yǔ bài xuān gé duō zuò jiē chù 。 suī rán mèng rú yān sòng zì jǐ de miàn jù hěn hǎo 。 zhì jīn wéi zhǐ wú yī rén néng gòu kàn pò 。 dàn bìng bù dài biǎo jiù méi yǒu lòu xiàn ér de kě néng le 。
不过林轩可不打算与拜轩阁多做接触。虽然梦如嫣送自己的面具很好。至今为止无一人能够看破。但并不代表就没有露馅儿的可能了。
Of course, he did not fear her; after all, he had successfully condensed and could use the Heavenly Through Treasure. In these days, New Moon's strength must have increased significantly compared to when she was just absorbing spirit energy.
wàn yī dào méi ， shēn fèn bào lù ， zì jǐ yí gè rén ， zǒng yǒu jī huì táo tuō ， kě rú guǒ jiāng bài xuān gé juǎn rù ， qǐ bù shì jiāng yíng ér tā men hài le ？ lín xuān zuò shì qíng kě shì jīng guò zǐ xì kǎo lǜ de 。
万一到霉，身份暴露，自己一个人，总有机会逃脱，可如果将拜轩阁卷入，岂不是将盈儿他们害了？林轩做事情可是经过仔细考虑的。
In a real fight, it was hard to say who would win. However, the bounty from the Ten Thousand Sects made him a desirable target.
lín xuān yī biān zǒu yī biān sī liáng ， shì nǚ xiǎo qīng zài qián biān yǐn lù ， lín xuān què shāo shāo luò hòu le yī bù 。 fù jìn bìng méi yǒu qí tā de xiū xiān zhě 。
林轩一边走一边思量，侍女小青在前边引路，林轩却稍稍落后了一步。附近并没有其他的修仙者。
Lin Xuan did not want to take any risks!
tū rán ， lín xuān shén sè yī dòng ， shuā de yī xià dà bù kuà qián ， jiāng qián miàn de shì nǚ lǒu rù huái lǐ 。 jǐn jǐn bào zhù xiǎo qīng yī è ， zhěng gè shēn tǐ dōu jiāng yìng qǐ lái ， tā zhè yàng de měi mào nǚ zǐ ， què xiū wèi jí dī ， bèi pài lái fú shì yuán yīng lǎo guài ， běn lái jiù hán yǒu rèn duì fāng chǔ zhì de yì tú 。
突然，林轩神色一动，刷的一下大步跨前，将前面的侍女搂入怀里。紧紧抱住小青一愕，整个身体都僵硬起来，她这样的美貌女子，却修为极低，被派来服侍元婴老怪，本来就含有任对方处置的意图。
"Young Master, are you sure that girl is New Moon?" Mo'er noticed something amiss and decided to ask for reassurance without showing jealousy.
shuāng fāng chà jù tài dà le ， jí biàn shì gěi duì fāng zuò dǐng lú ， yě yǒu shù zhī bù jìn de hǎo chù ， tā zì rán shì yuàn yì de ， kě duì fāng shì bú shì tài jí sè le 。 zěn me yě gāi děng huí qù gé lóu
双方差距太大了，即便是给对方做鼎炉，也有数之不尽的好处，她自然是愿意的，可对方是不是太急色了。怎么也该等回去阁楼
"Of course."
“ bié dòng ！”
“别动！”
Lin Xuan said in his mind. The situation with the New Moon Fairy was unique; she had two souls within her body.
lín xuān de chuán yīn què jìn rù le tā de nǎo hǎi zhōng ， cǐ nǚ yī dāi ， zhè cái xiàn duì fāng jǐn jǐn shì jiāng zì jǐ bào zhù ， shuāng shǒu dōu fēi cháng guī jǔ 。
林轩的传音却进入了她的脑海中，此女一呆，这才现对方仅仅是将自己抱住，双手都非常规矩。
As a wandering immortal's daughter, New Moon was spoiled and unreasonable. If he did not dismember her after their meeting, she would never rest.
xiǎo qīng xīn zhōng jīng qí ， dàn tā yě bù shǎ ， tīng huà de fàng ruǎn le jiāo qū ， bàn yǐ zài lín xuān de huái lǐ 。
小青心中惊奇，但她也不傻，听话的放软了娇躯，半倚在林轩的怀里。
The other soul, Huao Lan, grew up on the human world. While she shared the same identity as New Moon in essence, due to her unique realm, Huao Lan was kind and gentle, grateful towards him, even calling him 'big brother.'
jù lí liǎng rén èr shí yú zhàng yuǎn chù ， yī wèi nǚ xiū cóng gé lóu zhōng huǎn huǎn zǒu chū ， bù guò shí qī bā suì nián jì ， suī fēi jué sè měi nǚ ， dàn yě kě ài tǎo xǐ 。
距离两人二十余丈远处，一位女修从阁楼中缓缓走出，不过十七八岁年纪，虽非绝色美女，但也可爱讨喜。
If it were Huao Lan, he would not be afraid.
rán ér bié kàn tā bǐ nà xiǎo qīng dōu xiǎo yī xiē ， xiū wèi què dào le yuán yīng zhōng qī ， ér qiě shì zhōng qī dǐng fēng zhī jìng ！
然而别看她比那小青都小一些，修为却到了元婴中期，而且是中期顶峰之境！
However, Lin Xuan was certain that at this moment, it was definitely New Moon's soul dominating. The two souls had different personalities and thus different demeanors.
dāng rán ， ruò jǐn jǐn rú cǐ ， shì yuǎn bù zú yǐ ràng lín xuān jì dàn dì ， wèn tí shì cǐ nǚ gēn běn jiù bú shì rén jiè xiū shì ， ér shì nà wèi yōng yǒu yī tǐ shuāng hún de líng jiè gōng zhǔ ， xīn yuè xiān zi ！
当然，若仅仅如此，是远不足以让林轩忌惮地，问题是此女根本就不是人界修士，而是那位拥有一体双魂的灵界公主，新月仙子！
They met unexpectedly on the road; there was no time to avoid them. So, Lin Xuan pretended to be a lecherous man, hoping to bluff his way through.
suī rán mèng rú yān shuō guò ， zhè miàn jù shí fēi yì bān zhī wù ， chú fēi lí hé qī lǎo guài wù miàn duì miàn 。 cái yǒu kě néng jiāng zì jǐ rèn chū 。
虽然梦如嫣说过，这面具实非一般之物，除非离合期老怪物面对面。才有可能将自己认出。
His choice proved correct. New Moon's gaze flickered as she recognized him. She looked at the woman he held and showed disgust.
àn lǐ ， yǐ xīn yuè yuán zhōng jìng jiè ， yīng gāi méi yǒu dà ài ， kě lín xuān bù gǎn mào xiǎn ， duì fāng jìng jiè què shí yǔ zì jǐ zài bó zhòng zhī jiān ， kě líng jiè mì shù ， qǐ shì zì jǐ kě yǐ chuǎi duó ， wàn yī tā zài zhè ér jiāng zì jǐ rèn chū ”，
按理，以新月元中境界，应该没有大碍，可林轩不敢冒险，对方境界确实与自己在伯仲之间，可灵界秘术，岂是自己可以揣度，万一她在这儿将自己认出”，
She did not care about this lecher; she could not imagine that he was the one who had caused her so much trouble.
lín xuān bù gǎn xiǎng xiàng hòu guǒ 。
林轩不敢想象后果。
Frowning slightly, she vanished into the night using lightness techniques.
qián yī cì jiāo shǒu ， zì jǐ shì qǔ qiǎo jiāng xīn yuè zhì fú ， dàn tā chī guò yī cì kǔ tóu ， bì dìng bú huì chóng dǎo fù zhé 。
前一次交手，自己是取巧将新月制服，但她吃过一次苦头，必定不会重蹈覆辙。
Lin Xuan sighed in relief, setting Little Qing down.
dāng rán ， yě bú shì shuō ， lín xuān jiù zhēn pà duì fāng le 。
当然，也不是说，林轩就真怕对方了。
What a close call!
bì jìng tā yǐ níng dān chéng gōng ， nà tōng tiān líng bǎo yě néng yùn yòng ， suī rán zhè xiē shí rì yǐ lái ， xīn yuè yě bú huì xián zhe ， bǐ qǐ dāng chū líng lì guàn tǐ ， shí lì kěn dìng bào zhǎng wú yí 。
毕竟他已凝丹成功，那通天灵宝也能运用，虽然这些时日以来，新月也不会闲着，比起当初灵力灌体，实力肯定暴涨无疑。
He never expected New Moon to come here either.
zhēn dòng qǐ shǒu lái ， shuí qiáng shuí ruò ， dào yě nán shuō 。 kě wàn jiàn zōng de zhuī shā lìng ， què ràng zì jǐ biàn chéng le xiāng mó mó 。
真动起手来，谁强谁弱，到也难说。可万件宗的追杀令，却让自己变成了香馍馍。
"Young Master, this girl's soul is dominant. How about Huao Lan?" Mo'er's worried voice reached his ears.
lín xuān bù gǎn mào xiǎn de ！
林轩不敢冒险的！
"Don't worry; Huao Lan said that she and New Moon are just different in personality. The two souls are one entity. She must be awake now but cannot control her body," Lin Xuan reassured her.
In the grand hall. Lin Xuan was unaware of what was happening at this moment. He was casually strolling around Xianlai Continent, where there were thousands upon thousands of shops and stalls. From this alone, one could see how vast the city's area must be.
Lin Xuan was amazed by the ancient cultivators' abilities. Building such a massive city in present-day Yunzhou would not have been easy. However, what surprised him was that the city was heavily drenched with阴气 (yin qi). The architectural style and the prohibitions inscribed on them seemed to be closely linked to阴司鬼物 (yinshi ghostly creatures).
Lin Xuan wondered what secrets lay within this place but had many things he needed to handle. He did not have the time or energy to get involved in such matters.
After about a stick of incense, Lin Xuan arrived at another market entrance. After paying the entry fee with crystal stones, he stepped into the market.
Several hours later, as Lin Xuan emerged from the market, his face showed a hint of a bitter smile. Unlike his previous good luck, this time, he had wasted his efforts and did not acquire anything useful.
However, Lin Xuan was not discouraged; there were still plenty of opportunities.
He called for a carriage and flew to another market.
Time passed quickly. As the sun set behind the hills, the stars began to twinkle in the sky over Xianlai City. Cultivators had extraordinary stamina, so most shops remained open at night as well.
"Young Master, do we continue our tour?" Mo'er's voice reached his ears. Despite a long day, they had made considerable progress. However, their goal was far from achieved.
Lin Xuan did not need much persuasion. "No, I prefer solitude. Arrange for me a secluded pavilion."
The official in charge of law enforcement, who was about mid-stage condensation realm, looked surprised. Such an event attracted many veteran cultivators to gather and make friends, even those without a sect. This request seemed out of the ordinary.
"Is there something wrong with my conditions?" Lin Xuan's expression turned cold.
"No, no, Young Master, please do not misunderstand. I will arrange it immediately," the official hurriedly said, his face turning pale.
Lin Xuan nodded and then softened his expression. The official quickly arranged everything in a short while, completing all formalities within a cup of tea.
The price was steep; staying in such a pavilion for one day cost a hundred crystal stones. But with Lin Xuan's wealth, he did not mind.
"Little Qing, lead this senior to the pavilion," the official instructed his attendant. Then, turning to Lin Xuan, he added, "Any requests, just tell her, and she will obey your orders."
Lin Xuan nodded without comment, his expression unchanged.
Little Qing was a pretty girl but only at mid-stage灵动 (duling) realm with poor资质 (zhiqi). Her attire indicated that she belonged to some minor sect. In the competitive world of cultivation, such people were often overlooked and even used as cannon fodder. From a certain perspective, they might not be much better than common cultivators.
Recalling his past experiences, Lin Xuan sighed but was more lenient towards Little Qing compared to the official: "Lead the way."
"Understood!"
Little Qing nodded and quickly bowed.
A quarter of an hour passed, yet they had not reached their chosen residence. Instead of anger, Lin Xuan felt satisfied; the further away, the better for him.
Actually, Bai Xuan Pavilion had its own accommodations within the market district, though their strength was negligible as they were invited guests. However, Lin Xuan did not intend to interact much with them. While Muyu's mask was excellent and no one could identify him so far, it did not mean he would remain undiscovered.
If his identity were exposed, he might escape alone, but involving Bai Xuan Pavilion would endanger Ying'er and others. Lin Xuan always considered every detail carefully.
As they walked, Lin Xuan pondered. Little Qing led the way while Lin Xuan lagged slightly behind. No other cultivators were nearby.
Suddenly, Lin Xuan's expression changed as he stepped forward, grabbing Little Qing in a tight embrace. Startled, her body stiffened. Such a beautiful woman with such low cultivation was meant to serve veteran cultivators and had no choice but to submit to their will.
The disparity between them was too great; even if she were used as a鼎炉 (dinglu), it would be beneficial. She was willing, but why did he rush?
"Stay still!"
Lin Xuan's voice entered her mind. Little Qing froze, realizing that Lin Xuan merely held her tightly without any improper intentions.
Little Qing was surprised but not stupid. She relaxed and leaned against Lin Xuan.
A dozen paces away, a young woman emerged from the pavilion, about seventeen or eighteen years old. Though not an absolute beauty, she was charming.
Despite being younger than Little Qing, this girl had reached mid-stage veteran cultivator realm!
However, that alone did not concern Lin Xuan; the problem was that she was no ordinary human cultivator but a princess of the Spirit Realm with two souls: New Moon Fairy!
Although Muyu had said that the mask was extraordinary and could only be recognized by an old monster in the separation stage, logically, at mid-stage New Moon's realm should not pose much danger. However, Lin Xuan did not take any risks; her realm was on par with his, and Spirit Realm secrets were beyond his comprehension. If she recognized him here...
Lin Xuan shuddered to think of the consequences.
Their last encounter had been a lucky break for Lin Xuan. New Moon would not make the same mistake again.
Of course, he did not fear her; after all, he had successfully condensed and could use the Heavenly Through Treasure. In these days, New Moon's strength must have increased significantly compared to when she was just absorbing spirit energy.
In a real fight, it was hard to say who would win. However, the bounty from the Ten Thousand Sects made him a desirable target.
Lin Xuan did not want to take any risks!
"Young Master, are you sure that girl is New Moon?" Mo'er noticed something amiss and decided to ask for reassurance without showing jealousy.
"Of course."
Lin Xuan said in his mind. The situation with the New Moon Fairy was unique; she had two souls within her body.
As a wandering immortal's daughter, New Moon was spoiled and unreasonable. If he did not dismember her after their meeting, she would never rest.
The other soul, Huao Lan, grew up on the human world. While she shared the same identity as New Moon in essence, due to her unique realm, Huao Lan was kind and gentle, grateful towards him, even calling him 'big brother.'
If it were Huao Lan, he would not be afraid.
However, Lin Xuan was certain that at this moment, it was definitely New Moon's soul dominating. The two souls had different personalities and thus different demeanors.
They met unexpectedly on the road; there was no time to avoid them. So, Lin Xuan pretended to be a lecherous man, hoping to bluff his way through.
His choice proved correct. New Moon's gaze flickered as she recognized him. She looked at the woman he held and showed disgust.
She did not care about this lecher; she could not imagine that he was the one who had caused her so much trouble.
Frowning slightly, she vanished into the night using lightness techniques.
Lin Xuan sighed in relief, setting Little Qing down.
What a close call!
He never expected New Moon to come here either.
"Young Master, this girl's soul is dominant. How about Huao Lan?" Mo'er's worried voice reached his ears.
"Don't worry; Huao Lan said that she and New Moon are just different in personality. The two souls are one entity. She must be awake now but cannot control her body," Lin Xuan reassured her.