bǎi liàn chéng xiān dì sì juǎn qī xīng dǎo dì wǔ bǎi wǔ shí zhāng yàn yǐng mén
百炼成仙第四卷七星岛第五百五十章艳影门
The Hundred Refinements to Immortality, Volume Four: Seven-star Island, Chapter 550 - The Charm Shadow Sect
, chí hěn dà 。 fēi cháng fán 。 qīng shí pù chéng de bǎn píng zhěng kuān kuò 。 zú nà shù liàng mǎ chē 。 jiē dào zòng héng jiāo cuò 。 páng kě yǐ kàn jiàn lín cì zhì bǐ de fáng wū yǔ diàn pù 。
,池很大。非常繁。青石铺成的板平整宽阔。足纳数辆马车。街道纵横交错。旁可以看见鳞次栉比的房屋与店铺。
The plaza was vast and bustling. Cobblestones paved the ground, smooth and wide enough for several carriages. Streets crisscrossed with rows of houses and shops lining both sides.
lín xuān yī biān zǒu 。 yī biān dǎ liàng 。 hěn kuài tā de liǎn shàng jiù lù chū le jīng yà zhī sè 。
林轩一边走。一边打量。很快他的脸上就露出了惊讶之色。
Lin Xuan walked around, taking in his surroundings. His face soon showed signs of surprise as he discovered a considerable number of cultivators within the city.
yīn wèi tā zài chéng zhōng jū rán fā xiàn le shù liàng bù fēi de xiū xiān zhě 。
因为他在城中居然发现了数量不菲的修仙者。
In just twenty minutes, he had encountered eight people. Although these individuals were at very low cultivation stages—mostly at the Flexible Spirit Period levels—and the most advanced was only at the middle stage, their presence among ordinary folk still felt somewhat unusual to Lin Xuan.
yī lù zǒu lái 。 jǐn jǐn èr shí fēn zhōng 。 jiù yù jiàn bā rén le 。
一路走来。仅仅二十分钟。就遇见八人了。
After all, in Youzhou, even scattered cultivators rarely ventured into secular society; they mostly secluded themselves in deep mountains to diligently refine their essence. If recognized by a cultivation family or sect, it could mean an instant leap to higher realms.
suī rán zhè xiē jiā huo de xiū dī de kě lián 。 dà bù fèn dōu zhǐ yǒu líng dòng qī yī èr céng de yàng zi 。 zuì lì hài de yě bù guò líng dòng zhōng qī 。 dàn zhè me hé fán rén hùn zài yì qǐ hái shì ràng lín xuān gǎn dào yǒu xiē guài yì 。
虽然这些家伙的修低的可怜。大部分都只有灵动期一二层的样子。最厉害的也不过灵动中期。但这么和凡人混在一起还是让林轩感到有些怪异。
These commoners seemed at ease when interacting with cultivators, showing no signs of shock. The only difference was that the cultivators appeared to have certain privileges within the city.
yào zhī dào zài yōu zhōu 。 biàn shì sàn xiū 。 yě shì hěn shǎo shè jí shì sú 。 dà duō zài shēn shān kè kǔ xiū liàn 。 yǐ biàn yǒu jī huì bèi xiū zhēn jiā zú huò zhě zōng mén kàn zhòng 。 nà yàng jiù kě yǐ yī bù dēng tiān le 。
要知道在幽州。便是散修。也是很少涉及世俗。大多在深山刻苦修炼。以便有机会被修真家族或者宗门看中。那样就可以一步登天了。
Lin Xuan noticed they spent silver coins for meals and accommodations.
ér nà xiē fán yǔ xiū shì dài zài yì qǐ 。 jū rán yě tài rán zhì ruò 。 bìng méi yǒu xiǎn chū shén me zhèn jīng de shén sè 。 wéi yī de bù tóng jiù shì xiū xiān zhě zài chéng zhōng sì hū yōng yǒu tè quán 。
而那些凡与修士待在一起。居然也泰然至若。并没有显出什么震惊的神色。唯一的不同就是修仙者在城中似乎拥有特权。
It seemed he had overplayed his disguise as a mere mortal. Lin Xuan chuckled self-deprecatingly. He subtly adjusted his Qi Control Technique so that his aura suggested an approximate middle stage of Flexible Spirit Period cultivation.
lín xuān fā xiàn tā men bù lùn chī fàn zhù diàn 。 dōu huā fèi yín qián 。
林轩发现他们不论吃饭住店。都花费银钱。
He then headed to the city's tea house, which was grand in design despite its simple structure. It had three floors: the first for ordinary customers, the second for wealthy and influential individuals, and the third exclusively for cultivators.
kàn lái zì jǐ zhuāng chéng fán rén 。 hū shì yǒu xiē xīn guò tóu le 。 lín xuān zì cháo de xiào le xiào 。 zài yī bù yǐn rén zhù yì de de fāng 。 jiāng liǎn qì shù lüè wēi tiáo zhěng 。 ràng zì jǐ kàn qǐ lái dà yuē yǒu líng dòng zhōng qī de xiū wèi 。
看来自己装成凡人。乎是有些心过头了。林轩自嘲的笑了笑。在一不引人注意的的方。将敛气术略微调整。让自己看起来大约有灵动中期的修为。
As Lin Xuan approached, a serving girl at the entrance held a large green gemstone. Although not a genuine treasure, it responded to essence energy. Upon his approach, the gem immediately emitted a soft green light. The girl recognized him as an Immortal Master and respectfully bowed, leading him up.
rán hòu lín xuān xiàng chéng zhōng de yī zuò chá lóu qù 。
然后林轩像城中的一座茶楼去。
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zhè zuò chá lóu suī shì zhì gòu 。 què qì shì huī hóng 。 gòng fēn wéi sān céng 。 yī lóu jiē dài pǔ tōng gù kè 。 èr lóu zé zuò zhe yī yǒu qián yǒu shì de fán rén 。 fēi fù jí guì 。 zhì yú dì sān céng 。 gèng shì zhǐ duì xiū xiān zhě kāi fàng le 。
这座茶楼虽是制构。却气势恢宏。共分为三层。一楼接待普通顾客。二楼则坐着一有钱有势的凡人。非富即贵。至于第三层。更是只对修仙者开放了。
The third floor was lavishly decorated with intricate carvings and paintings. A dozen cultivators were seated at six tables, engrossed in conversation.
lín xuān bù shēng bù xiǎng zǒu qù 。 zhàn zài lóu tī kǒu yíng bīn de shì nǚ shǒu zhōng ná zhe yī kē quán tou dà xiǎo de bǎo zhū 。 cǐ wù suī bù fǎ qì 。 dàn duì líng lì 。 què yǒu suǒ yīng 。
林轩不声不响走去。站在楼梯口迎宾的侍女手中拿着一颗拳头大小的宝珠。此物虽不法器。但对灵力。却有所应。
With Lin Xuan's divine sense, he could hear their discussion without effort.
lín xuān gāng gāng zǒu jìn 。 nà zhū zi lì kè fàng chū yíng yíng de lǜ máng shì nǚ jiàn le 。 zì rán zhī dào yǎn qián zhè mào bù qǐ yǎn de nián qīng nǎi shì xiān shī 。 lián máng gōng jìng de xíng le yī lǐ jiāng tā yǐn le shàng qù 。
林轩刚刚走近。那珠子立刻放出莹莹的绿芒侍女见了。自然知道眼前这貌不起眼的年轻乃是仙师。连忙恭敬的行了一礼将他引了上去。
"Isn't it a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity for the Charm Shadow Sect to recruit disciples? If we're chosen, not only will we ascend from fish to dragon, but also enjoy endless beauty. Truly a double-edged sword," said an oil-slicked young man with excitement in his face.
sān lóu diāo liáng huà dòng 。 zhuāng de jí jǐn shē huá 。 shí yú míng xiū xiān zhě fēn chéng liù zhuō 。 zhèng xìng zhì bó bó de tán lùn zhe shén me 。
三楼雕梁画栋。装的极尽奢华。十余名修仙者分成六桌。正兴致勃勃的谈论着什么。
"Yes, I heard that the nuns of the Charm Shadow Sect are all beauties. To be by their side is beyond description," agreed another man wearing white robes and about thirty years old, licking his lips.
yǐ lín xuān de shén shí 。 jí bù kè yì qù tīng 。 tā men tán huà de nèi róng yě yī yī qīng xī de chuán rù ěr lǐ 。
以林轩的神识。即不刻意去听。他们谈话的内容也一一清晰的传入耳里。
"You're dreaming. While the Charm Shadow Sect may not be significant on Seven-star Island, it's a major sect on our Azure Green Island. They might take notice of us if we have Flexible Spirit Period perfection. But now... bah," scoffed a burly man in his forties.
“ zhè cì yàn yǐng mén zhāo shōu dì zǐ 。 kě shì qiān zǎi nán féng de qí yù rú guǒ néng bèi kàn zhòng 。 bù jǐn kě yǐ yú huà lóng 。 ér qiě cóng cǐ yǐ hòu 。 hái yǒu xiǎng bù jìn de yàn fú zhēn kě wèi yī jiàn shuāng diāo 。” yī yóu tóu fěn miàn de nián qīng rén 。 mǎn liǎn xīng fèn de shuō dào 。
“这次艳影门招收弟子。可是千载难逢的奇遇如果能被看中。不仅可以鱼化龙。而且从此以后。还有享不尽的艳福真可谓一箭双雕。”一油头粉面的年轻人。满脸兴奋的说道。
"Brother Zhang, that's not right. The Charm Shadow Sect is known for dual cultivation. This time they're recruiting male disciples externally and are said to pair them with outstanding disciples as partners. Dual cultivation isn't just about realm; good looks also count. You can't be chosen because you don't look good. But I, the Handsome Young Master, might still have a chance," retorted the oil-slicked young man.
“ shì a 。 tīng shuō yàn yǐng mén de xiān gū 。 wú yī bú shì rén jiān jué sè 。 néng gòu cháng bàn zhè me duō měi rén zuǒ yòu 。 zhēn shì shuō bù jìn de fēng liú 。” lìng yī shēn chuān bái páo 。 yuē yǒu sān shí yú suì de hàn zi yě tiǎn le tiǎn zuǐ jiǎo 。
“是啊。听说艳影门的仙姑。无一不是人间绝色。能够常伴这么多美人左右。真是说不尽的风流。”另一身穿白袍。约有三十余岁的汉子也舔了舔嘴角。
Lin Xuan couldn't help but smirk at this point. His composure nearly failed him with such blatant self-aggrandizement. While he found the man's appearance acceptable, calling himself the Handsome Young Master was too shameless.
“ nǐ men bié zuò mèng le 。 suī rán jiù zhěng gè qī xīng dǎo yún hǎi lái shuō 。 yàn yǐng mén bù suàn shén me dàn zài wǒ men cāng cuì dǎo 。 què yě shì yī děng yī de dà pài 。 huì kàn de qǐ wǒ men zhè xiē sàn xiū 。 rú guǒ nǐ men yǒu líng dòng qī dà yuán mǎn de xiū wèi 。 huò xǔ hái nà me yī sī jī huì 。 jiù xiàn zài me hēng 。” yī sì shí yú suì de zhuàng hàn zi piē le piě zuǐ gěi tóng zhuō zhī rén pō le yī pén lěng shuǐ 。
“你们别做梦了。虽然就整个七星岛云海来说。艳影门不算什么但在我们苍翠岛。却也是一等一的大派。会看的起我们这些散修。如果你们有灵动期大圆满的修为。或许还那么一丝机会。就现在么哼。”一四十余岁的壮汉子撇了撇嘴给同桌之人泼了一盆冷水。
However, these details were irrelevant to Lin Xuan. Still, they provided valuable information. He casually walked over.
“ zhāng dà gē 。 nǐ zhè me shuō jiù bú duì le yàn yǐng mén yǐ shuāng xiū chū míng 。 zhè cì pò lì duì wài zhāo shōu nán dì zǐ 。 tīng shuō shì yào pèi yǔ jǐ wèi chū sè de dì zǐ zuò shuāng xiū dào lǚ 。 zhè shuāng xiū ma 。 chú le jìng jiè 。 zhǎng de shuài yě shì yǒu yōu shì de 。 nǐ zhāng dà gē bù xíng 。 bù dài biǎo wǒ yù miàn xiǎo láng jūn yě bú huì bèi kàn zhòng 。” nà yóu tóu fěn miàn de nián qīng rén bù yǐ wéi rán de fǎn 。
“张大哥。你这么说就不对了艳影门以双修出名。这次破例对外招收男弟子。听说是要配予几位出色的弟子做双修道侣。这双修嘛。除了境界。长的帅也是有优势的。你张大哥不行。不代表我玉面小郎君也不会被看中。”那油头粉面的年轻人不以为然的反。
"Greetings, fellow cultivators," Lin Xuan greeted politely.
lín xuān tīng dào zhè lǐ 。 bù qiān le qiān zuǐ jiǎo 。 yǐ tā de chéng fǔ 。 yě chà diǎn méi rěn nài zhù 。 zhè gē men er zhǎng de hái còu hé 。 dàn zì chēng yù miàn xiǎo láng jūn wèi miǎn yě tài bù zhī lián chǐ le 。
林轩听到这里。不牵了牵嘴角。以他的城府。也差点没忍耐住。这哥们儿长的还凑合。但自称玉面小郎君未免也太不知廉耻了。
The trio felt his Fourth Layer of Flexible Spirit Period cultivation and stood up promptly. In the cultivation world, strength spoke louder than words. The highest among them was only at Third Layer, so they couldn't afford to be overly dismissive.
dāng rán 。 zhè xiē yǔ zì jǐ guān 。 bù guò cóng zhè xiē jiā huo de zuǐ lǐ 。 yīng gāi yě kě yǐ de dào zì jǐ xiǎng xiāo xī 。 yú lín xuān màn bù zǒu le guò qù 。
当然。这些与自己关。不过从这些家伙的嘴里。应该也可以的到自己想消息。于林轩漫步走了过去。
"Friend, you seem familiar. May I ask your name?" said the burly man, the most steady and experienced of the three.
“ zhū wèi dào yǒu qǐng le 。” lín xuān kè qì de hū 。
“诸位道友请了。”林轩客气的呼。
"I am Lin Xuan, from outside."
gǎn yìng dào lín xuān líng dòng qī sì céng de xiū wèi 。 nà sān rén yě bù gǎn tuō dà 。 máng zhàn le qǐ lái 。 xiū xiān jiè yǐ shí lì shuō huà 。 tā men zhōng shí lì zuì gāo de 。 yě bù guò sān céng ér yǐ 。 duì yú lín xuān 。 zì rán bù gǎn guò yú dài màn de 。
感应到林轩灵动期四层的修为。那三人也不敢托大。忙站了起来。修仙界以实力说话。他们中实力最高的。也不过三层而已。对于林轩。自然不敢过于怠慢的。
Outside?
“ zhè wèi dào yǒu yǒu xiē miàn 。 qǐng wèn zūn xìng dà míng ？” nà ǎi zhuàng hàn zi kāi kǒu 。 tā yě shì sān rén zhōng zuì wèi chén wěn lǎo liàn de yí gè 。
“这位道友有些面。请问尊姓大名？”那矮壮汉子开口。他也是三人中最为沉稳老练的一个。
The trio paused in surprise.
“ zài xià lín xuān 。 nǎi shì cóng wài de ér lái 。”
“在下林轩。乃是从外的而来。”
"Ah, so you're not a scattered cultivator but from another island's major sect. We should have been more respectful," admitted the burly man, then expressed some envy. With countless small islands in Seven-star Cloud Sea, they were connected by teleportation arrays, which required substantial crystal stones that ordinary scattered cultivators couldn't afford.
wài de ？
外的？
Lin Xuan heard this and felt a surge of joy. His hypothesis was correct. He quickly asked: "Why are there so many islands called Seven-star Island Cloud Sea? Are there more like this one?"
sān rén tīng le bù yóu yī lèng 。
三人听了不由一愣。
"Why would you not know? Aren't you from outside the Cloud Sea? That's impossible," the burly man exclaimed, his companions also showing disbelief.
“ yuán lái dào yǒu bìng fēi sàn xiū 。 nǎi shì qí tā dǎo yǔ dà pài de xiū shì 。 wǒ děng zhēn shì shī jìng le 。” ǎi zhuàng hàn zi xiān shì yī lèng 。 jiē zhe yǒu xiē xiàn mù de shuō 。 zhè qī xīng dǎo yún hǎi xiǎo dǎo yǔ wú shù 。 xiāng lín de yóu chuán sòng zhèn lián jiē 。 dàn měi cì chuán sòng 。 dōu yào huā liàng kě guān de jīng shí 。 gēn běn bú shì tā men zhè xiē sàn xiū fù dān de qǐ 。 gù ér tā yǐ wéi lín xuān shì zōng pài de xiū shì 。
“原来道友并非散修。乃是其他岛屿大派的修士。我等真是失敬了。”矮壮汉子先是一愣。接着有些羡慕的说。这七星岛云海小岛屿无数。相邻的由传送阵连接。但每次传送。都要花量可观的晶石。根本不是他们这些散修负担的起。故而他以为林轩是宗派的修士。
"Of course not." Lin Xuan scratched his head awkwardly. He wouldn't reveal his true identity: "I am indeed a cultivator from another island but have lost my memory."
lín xuān tīng le zhè huà 。 què xīn zhōng yī xǐ 。 zì jǐ guǒ rán cāi duì le 。 dàn hái shì gǎn jǐn wèn le yī jù ：“ zěn me 。 zhè de fāng jiào qī xīng dǎo yún hǎi 。 hái yǒu hěn duō xiàng cǐ chù yī - xiǎo dǎo ？”
林轩听了这话。却心中一喜。自己果然猜对了。但还是赶紧问了一句：“怎么。这的方叫七星岛云海。还有很多像此处一-小岛？”
"Lost your memory?"
“ zěn me 。 dào yǒu bù zhī dào 。 nán dào nǐ shì yún hǎi yǐ wài de de fāng lái de 。 zhè zěn me kě néng ？” ǎi zhuàng hàn zi lù chū jīng zhī sè 。 lìng wài liǎng rén yě yǒu xiē bù néng zhì xìn le 。
“怎么。道友不知道。难道你是云海以外的的方来的。这怎么可能？”矮壮汉子露出惊之色。另外两人也有些不能置信了。
The trio exchanged puzzled glances, their expressions extremely strange. Unlike ordinary people, even low-level cultivators couldn't lose their memories unless sealed by high-stage experts.
“ dāng rán bú shì 。” lín xuān lüè yǒu xiē gān gà de mō le mō tóu 。 tā bú huì jiāng zì jǐ de zhēn shí shēn fèn tòu lù ：“ bù mán dào yǒu 。 zài xià què shí shì qí tā dǎo yǔ de xiū shì 。 bù guò què shī yì le 。”
“当然不是。”林轩略有些尴尬的摸了摸头。他不会将自己的真实身份透露：“不瞒道友。在下确实是其他岛屿的修士。不过却失忆了。”
This person was only at the Spirit Root stage; why would a high-stage expert target him? Could he possibly have some hidden identity?
“ shī yì ？”
“失忆？”
Seeing this, the burly man's respect for Lin Xuan grew slightly more pronounced. "Friend, not only did you forget your origin but also your surroundings?"
sān rén miàn miàn xiāng qù 。 biǎo gǔ guài yǐ jí 。 xiū xiān zhě bù bǐ fán rén 。 jí biàn shì dī jiē xiū shì yě bù kě néng de bìng shī yì 。 chú fēi bèi níng dān qī yǐ shàng de gāo shǒu shī zhǎn mì fǎ 。 cóng ér fēng yìn le jì yì 。
三人面面相觑。表古怪以极。修仙者不比凡人。即便是低阶修士也不可能的病失忆。除非被凝丹期以上的高手施展秘法。从而封印了记忆。
"Yes," Lin Xuan displayed an appropriately melancholic expression: "Please allow me to learn about Seven-star Island Cloud Sea, its customs and traditions, as well as the distribution of major forces in the cultivation world."
yǎn qián zhī rén bù guò líng ér yǐ 。 zěn me huì rě de gāo jiē chū shǒu 。 nán dào tā jìng yǒu shén me bù liǎo de shēn fèn bù chéng ？
眼前之人不过灵而已。怎么会惹的高阶出手。难道他竟有什么不了的身份不成？
"Haha, that's too much. We're just happy to meet you. Sharing this information is merely a small favor," replied the burly cultivator after some thought.
xiǎng dào zhè lǐ 。 sān rén duì lín xuān de biǎo qíng bù yóu de gèng jiā gōng jìng le jǐ fēn 。
想到这里。三人对林轩的表情不由的更加恭敬了几分。
He decided to seize the opportunity. This young man was no noble offspring and wouldn't have an outstanding master either. Helping him today might earn his gratitude when he regained his memory, potentially leading to future favors.
“ dào yǒu nán dào bù zhǐ chū shēn 。 lián zì jǐ suǒ chù de huán jìng dōu wàng le ？”
“道友难道不止出身。连自己所处的环境都忘了？”
"Alright, I'll start with this. Seven-star Island Cloud Sea originated from a vast state of Zhao in the distant past, over a billion years ago. Later, unprecedented disasters split the empire into five parts, and our region encountered an unusual cloud that was drawn up into the sky."
The Hundred Refinements to Immortality, Volume Four: Seven-star Island, Chapter 550 - The Charm Shadow Sect
The plaza was vast and bustling. Cobblestones paved the ground, smooth and wide enough for several carriages. Streets crisscrossed with rows of houses and shops lining both sides.
Lin Xuan walked around, taking in his surroundings. His face soon showed signs of surprise as he discovered a considerable number of cultivators within the city.
In just twenty minutes, he had encountered eight people. Although these individuals were at very low cultivation stages—mostly at the Flexible Spirit Period levels—and the most advanced was only at the middle stage, their presence among ordinary folk still felt somewhat unusual to Lin Xuan.
After all, in Youzhou, even scattered cultivators rarely ventured into secular society; they mostly secluded themselves in deep mountains to diligently refine their essence. If recognized by a cultivation family or sect, it could mean an instant leap to higher realms.
These commoners seemed at ease when interacting with cultivators, showing no signs of shock. The only difference was that the cultivators appeared to have certain privileges within the city.
Lin Xuan noticed they spent silver coins for meals and accommodations.
It seemed he had overplayed his disguise as a mere mortal. Lin Xuan chuckled self-deprecatingly. He subtly adjusted his Qi Control Technique so that his aura suggested an approximate middle stage of Flexible Spirit Period cultivation.
He then headed to the city's tea house, which was grand in design despite its simple structure. It had three floors: the first for ordinary customers, the second for wealthy and influential individuals, and the third exclusively for cultivators.
As Lin Xuan approached, a serving girl at the entrance held a large green gemstone. Although not a genuine treasure, it responded to essence energy. Upon his approach, the gem immediately emitted a soft green light. The girl recognized him as an Immortal Master and respectfully bowed, leading him up.
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The third floor was lavishly decorated with intricate carvings and paintings. A dozen cultivators were seated at six tables, engrossed in conversation.
With Lin Xuan's divine sense, he could hear their discussion without effort.
"Isn't it a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity for the Charm Shadow Sect to recruit disciples? If we're chosen, not only will we ascend from fish to dragon, but also enjoy endless beauty. Truly a double-edged sword," said an oil-slicked young man with excitement in his face.
"Yes, I heard that the nuns of the Charm Shadow Sect are all beauties. To be by their side is beyond description," agreed another man wearing white robes and about thirty years old, licking his lips.
"You're dreaming. While the Charm Shadow Sect may not be significant on Seven-star Island, it's a major sect on our Azure Green Island. They might take notice of us if we have Flexible Spirit Period perfection. But now... bah," scoffed a burly man in his forties.
"Brother Zhang, that's not right. The Charm Shadow Sect is known for dual cultivation. This time they're recruiting male disciples externally and are said to pair them with outstanding disciples as partners. Dual cultivation isn't just about realm; good looks also count. You can't be chosen because you don't look good. But I, the Handsome Young Master, might still have a chance," retorted the oil-slicked young man.
Lin Xuan couldn't help but smirk at this point. His composure nearly failed him with such blatant self-aggrandizement. While he found the man's appearance acceptable, calling himself the Handsome Young Master was too shameless.
However, these details were irrelevant to Lin Xuan. Still, they provided valuable information. He casually walked over.
"Greetings, fellow cultivators," Lin Xuan greeted politely.
The trio felt his Fourth Layer of Flexible Spirit Period cultivation and stood up promptly. In the cultivation world, strength spoke louder than words. The highest among them was only at Third Layer, so they couldn't afford to be overly dismissive.
"Friend, you seem familiar. May I ask your name?" said the burly man, the most steady and experienced of the three.
"I am Lin Xuan, from outside."
Outside?
The trio paused in surprise.
"Ah, so you're not a scattered cultivator but from another island's major sect. We should have been more respectful," admitted the burly man, then expressed some envy. With countless small islands in Seven-star Cloud Sea, they were connected by teleportation arrays, which required substantial crystal stones that ordinary scattered cultivators couldn't afford.
Lin Xuan heard this and felt a surge of joy. His hypothesis was correct. He quickly asked: "Why are there so many islands called Seven-star Island Cloud Sea? Are there more like this one?"
"Why would you not know? Aren't you from outside the Cloud Sea? That's impossible," the burly man exclaimed, his companions also showing disbelief.
"Of course not." Lin Xuan scratched his head awkwardly. He wouldn't reveal his true identity: "I am indeed a cultivator from another island but have lost my memory."
"Lost your memory?"
The trio exchanged puzzled glances, their expressions extremely strange. Unlike ordinary people, even low-level cultivators couldn't lose their memories unless sealed by high-stage experts.
This person was only at the Spirit Root stage; why would a high-stage expert target him? Could he possibly have some hidden identity?
Seeing this, the burly man's respect for Lin Xuan grew slightly more pronounced. "Friend, not only did you forget your origin but also your surroundings?"
"Yes," Lin Xuan displayed an appropriately melancholic expression: "Please allow me to learn about Seven-star Island Cloud Sea, its customs and traditions, as well as the distribution of major forces in the cultivation world."
"Haha, that's too much. We're just happy to meet you. Sharing this information is merely a small favor," replied the burly cultivator after some thought.
He decided to seize the opportunity. This young man was no noble offspring and wouldn't have an outstanding master either. Helping him today might earn his gratitude when he regained his memory, potentially leading to future favors.
"Alright, I'll start with this. Seven-star Island Cloud Sea originated from a vast state of Zhao in the distant past, over a billion years ago. Later, unprecedented disasters split the empire into five parts, and our region encountered an unusual cloud that was drawn up into the sky."