liǎng rén yī biān fēi ， yī biān xián liáo ， zhōu xuè hén fǎ lì bù gāo ， jiàn shí què pǒ wèi guǎng bó ， jiā zhī kè yì tǎo hǎo ，
两人一边飞，一边闲聊，周血痕法力不高，见识却颇为广博，加之刻意讨好，
The two soared through the sky, chatting idly as they flew. Zhou Xuehen’s cultivation was not high, but his knowledge was broad, and he went out of his way to flatter Lin Xuan.
shù gè shí chén yǐ hòu ， dào ràng lín xuān duì yāo líng dǎo liǎo jiě le bù shǎo 。
数个时辰以后，倒让林轩对妖灵岛了解了不少。
After several hours, Lin Xuan gained a good understanding of the妖灵岛.
dāng rán ， lín xuān yě shùn biàn wèn guò yǒu wú lí kāi cǐ dì huí dào rén jiè de bàn fǎ ， zhè yī tiáo ， duì fāng jiù zhāng kǒu jié
当然，林轩也顺便问过有无离开此地回到人界的办法，这一条，对方就张口结
Of course, Lin Xuan also casually inquired about any means of leaving this place and returning to the mortal world. The other party remained speechless at this point, which did not disappoint Lin Xuan much. He figured that even if there were such methods, he, as a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator, would have no knowledge of them.
shé le ， lín xuān yě bù rú hé shī wàng ， xiǎng lái jiù suàn yǒu ， tā yī míng xiǎo xiǎo de zhù jī xiū shì yě bù kě néng zhī dào
舌了，林轩也不如何失望，想来就算有，他一名小小的筑基修士也不可能知道
It was just something he mentioned casually.
de 。
的。
The distance between玄凤门 and here was considerable. They flew for several days, but fortunately, they didn’t encounter any dangers along the way. This was partly due to good fortune, but mostly because Lin Xuan’s divine sense was so powerful that he could always warn them before encountering any妖兽.
zì jǐ bù guò suí kǒu yī shuō 。
自己不过随口一说。
Over time, Zhou Xuehen grew immensely respectful and even wished to treat him as a disciple, though Lin Xuan had no interest in taking on such an old student.
xuán fèng mén jù lí pǒ yuǎn ， liǎng rén zú zú fēi le qī bā tiān ， hǎo zài yī lù shàng dōu méi yǒu yù jiàn shén me wēi xiǎn ， yī
玄凤门距离颇远，两人足足飞了七八天，好在一路上都没有遇见什么危险，一
One day, they continued their usual journey. After flying for several hours, a towering mountain came into view.
fāng miàn gù rán shì yīn wèi yùn qì bù cuò ， lìng yì fāng miàn zé shì lín xuān de shén shí tài qiáng dà le ， zǒng néng zài zāo yù yāo
方面固然是因为运气不错，另一方面则是林轩的神识太强大了，总能在遭遇妖
Lin Xuan’s eyebrows raised at the thick妖气. This place was indeed an upper-grade妖脉.
shòu yǐ qián ， xiān tí xǐng tā bì kāi 。
兽以前，先提醒他避开。
"Phew, finally here," Zhou Xuehen sighed with relief and joy on his face. "Senior, look, that's where our玄凤门 main hall is. Do you think this妖脉 quality will do?"
yī lái èr qù ， zhōu xuè hén pèi fú wú bǐ ， hèn bù dé zhí dì zǐ zhī lǐ ， dāng rán ， lín xuān kě méi yǒu xìng qù shōu xià
一来二去，周血痕佩服无比，恨不得执弟子之礼，当然，林轩可没有兴趣收下
"Not bad!" Lin Xuan nodded. Indeed, the妖脉 stretched for a hundred miles, which meant the strength of玄凤门 was far from weak.
tā zhè me lǎo de tú dì 。
他这么老的徒弟。
"Your sect’s Sect Elder must have reached the late元婴 stage?" Lin Xuan couldn’t help but probe.
zhè tiān ， liǎng rén yī rán rú cháng ， mái tóu gǎn lù ， fēi le shù gè shí chén yǐ hòu ， yī zuò wēi é de dà shān yìng rù yǎn
这天，两人依然如常，埋头赶路，飞了数个时辰以后，一座巍峨的大山映入眼
"Haha, senior has keen eyesight. Our Sect Elder is at the peak of mid-stage元婴, just one step away from the later stage," Zhou Xuehen's eyes showed both admiration and respect. He knew his own资质, and condensing an元婴 seemed unattainable… he was already grateful for successfully forming a丹.
lián 。
帘。
Lin Xuan’s lips curled into a bland smile but said nothing of hollow comfort. Cultivation was about different opportunities for everyone.
lín xuān méi tóu yī tiāo ， hǎo nóng zhòng de yāo qì ， zhè ér jìng rán shì yī shàng pǐn de yāo mài zhī dì 。
林轩眉头一挑，好浓重的妖气，这儿竟然是一上品的妖脉之地。
"Senior is being modest. Let's continue our journey. I must report back to the sect, and if senior wishes to join, I can recommend you. Of course, if senior prefers not to be constrained, you could also become an honorary elder," Zhou Xuehen introduced enthusiastically.
“ hū ， zhōng yú dào le 。” zhōu xuè hén sōng le kǒu qì ， liǎn shàng mǎn shì xǐ yuè bù jīn de biǎo qíng ，“ qián bèi ， nǐ
“呼，终于到了。”周血痕松了口气，脸上满是喜悦不禁的表情，“前辈，你
Lin Xuan nodded without saying much more. The distance of several dozen miles was quickly covered, and a large area of buildings came into view.
kàn ， qián miàn jiù shì wǒ men xuán fèng mén zǒng tán ， nín kàn zhè yāo mài pǐn zhì kě hái guò de qù ？”
看，前面就是我们玄凤门总坛，您看这妖脉品质可还过的去？”
There were elegant pavilions and rough stone rooms, forming a small market stretching for several miles!
“ bù cuò ！” lín xuān diǎn le diǎn tóu ， cǐ rén dào zhēn méi yǒu chuī xū ， yǎn qián de yāo mài mián yán bǎi lǐ ， néng gòu jiāng
“不错！”林轩点了点头，此人倒真没有吹嘘，眼前的妖脉绵延百里，能够将
Though the scale wasn’t grand, it was bustling with activity. Lin Xuan’s divine sense revealed that thousands of cultivators entered and exited constantly.
qí zhěng gè zhàn jù ， xuán fèng mén de shí lì jué ruò bú dào nǎ ér qù 。
其整个占据，玄凤门的实力绝弱不到哪儿去。
Most were at the Flexible Spirit stage; only about two or three in ten were Foundation Establishment, and there weren’t any above the Condensation Core stage.
“ xiǎng bì guì pài de mén zhǔ yǐ dào yuán yīng qī ？” lín xuān rěn bú zhù chū yán shì tàn le yī jù 。
“想必贵派的门主已到元婴期？”林轩忍不住出言试探了一句。
Seeing Lin Xuan’s interest, Zhou Xuehen eagerly explained, "This is set up for lower-stage disciples. There isn't much to offer. If senior wishes to trade items, I can introduce you to a higher-grade market."
“ hē hē ， qián bèi hái zhēn shì mù guāng rú jù ， bì pài dà zhǎng lǎo yǐ dào yuán yīng zhōng qī dǐng fēng , jù lí hòu qī yě zhǐ yǒu
“呵呵，前辈还真是目光如炬，敝派大长老已到元婴中期顶峰,距离后期也只有
"Thank you." Lin Xuan chuckled and remained noncommittal.
yī bù zhī yáo 。” zhōu xuè hén de yǎn zhōng ， lù chū yòu shì xiàn mù ， yòu shì pèi fú de biǎo qíng ， zì jǐ de zī zhì zì
一步之遥。”周血痕的眼中，露出又是羡慕，又是佩服的表情，自己的资质自
Zhou Xuehen understood and stopped talking, leading them through the market in silence.
jǐ qīng chǔ ， níng jié yuán yīng duì tā lái shuō ， jiǎn zhí kě wàng bù kě jí …… néng gòu jié dān chéng gōng ， jīn shēng jiù yǐ xiè
己清楚，凝结元婴对他来说，简直可望不可及……能够结丹成功，今生就已谢
They flew directly over the market, heading towards a peculiar mountain peak.
tiān xiè dì 。
天谢地。
Its shape was unique, resembling a human hand standing upright with five fingers of varying lengths and thicknesses. It was truly a marvel of nature.
lín xuān zuǐ jiǎo biān lù chū píng dàn de xiào yì ， bìng méi yǒu shuō shén me wú liáo de ān wèi zhī zhǔ ， xiū xiān xiū xiān ， měi gè
林轩嘴角边露出平淡的笑意，并没有说什么无聊的安慰之主，修仙修仙，每个
They approached the shortest thumb-shaped peak.
rén dōu yǒu bù tóng de jī yuán 。
人都有不同的机缘。
At the foot of the mountain, Zhou Xuehen’s transformed light speed slowed slightly as he gently landed. Lin Xuan naturally followed suit.
“ ràng qián bèi jiàn xiào le ， wǒ men jì xù gǎn lù 。 wǎn bèi zhè cì wài chū ， kě hái yào xiàng mén nèi fù mìng de ， zhì yú
“让前辈见笑了，我们继续赶路。晚辈这次外出，可还要向门内复命的，至于
"Sorry, senior, we have officially entered our sect's main gate here. Due to the restrictions in the protective array, you can't use your light speed to reach the top," Zhou Xuehen apologized with a cautious smile.
qián bèi ， rú guǒ yuàn yì jiā rù ， wǎn bèi kě yǐ yǐn jiàn ， dāng rán ， qián bèi ruò shì bù xǐ huān shòu dào yuē shù ， yě kě
前辈，如果愿意加入，晚辈可以引荐，当然，前辈若是不喜欢受到约束，也可
"Oh?" Lin Xuan’s face showed surprise at this revelation. The restriction on flying was nothing unusual, but the continuous activation of the protective array was surprising.
yǐ xuǎn zé chéng wéi běn mén kè qīng zhǎng lǎo 。” zhōu xuè hén shí fēn rè qíng de jiè shào 。
以选择成为本门客卿长老。”周血痕十分热情的介绍。
Such an array could protect the entire sect and required complex setup tools, consuming large amounts of crystal stones once activated. Thus, unless facing external enemies or a Sect Elder condensing an元婴, it was usually kept idle.
lín xuān diǎn le diǎn tóu ， méi yǒu duō shuō shén me ， shù shí lǐ de jù lí ， zhuǎn shùn jí zhì ， yī dà piàn jiàn zhù yìng rù yǎn
林轩点了点头，没有多说什么，数十里的距离，转瞬及至，一大片建筑映入眼
But the other party claimed…
lián 。
帘。
Was there something wrong? Did玄凤门 have so many crystal stones that they wasted them for fun?
yǒu jīng měi de tíng tái lóu gé ， yě yǒu pǒ wèi cū cāo de shí shì mù wū ， zhè jū rán shì yī mián yán shù lǐ de xiǎo xíng fāng
有精美的亭台楼阁，也有颇为粗糙的石室木屋，这居然是一绵延数里的小型坊
Zhou Xuehen was quick-witted and guessed Lin Xuan’s thoughts from his expression. He smiled wryly.
shì ó ！
市哦！
"Senior is mistaken. Although our玄凤门 is a top-notch cultivation force on the妖灵岛, we can't be so wasteful. Keeping the protective array active all year round is out of necessity."
guī mó suī rán bù dà ， rén qì què shì shí zú ， lín xuān shén shí yī sǎo ， jiù fā xiàn yǒu shù qiān xiū shì zài lǐ miàn jìn jìn
规模虽然不大，人气却是十足，林轩神识一扫，就发现有数千修士在里面进进
"Why?" Lin Xuan was surprised.
chū chū 。
出出。
"Just think about it. This is the妖灵岛. Unlike your mortal world, here, the power of妖兽 far outweighs that of cultivators," Zhou Xuehen explained.
bù guò dà bù fèn dōu shì líng dòng qī de ， biàn shì zhù jī xiū shì yě zhǐ yǒu liǎng sān chéng ér yǐ ， níng dān qī yǐ shàng de zé
不过大部分都是灵动期的，便是筑基修士也只有两三成而已，凝丹期以上的则
Hearing this, Lin Xuan’s expression turned grim.
yí gè yě méi yǒu jiàn dào 。
一个也没有见到。
The matter wasn’t unusual when put into perspective.
jiàn lín xuān duì fāng shì gǎn xìng qù ， zhōu xuè hén máng shí fēn rè qíng de jiě shì ，“ zhè shì wèi fāng biàn dī jiē dì zǐ ér shè
见林轩对坊市感兴趣，周血痕忙十分热情的解释，“这是为方便低阶弟子而设
In the mortal world, whether in幽州or on七星岛的云海, humans and妖族 coexisted. However, the power of cultivators was much greater, so according to the survival of the fittest rule, it was always the cultivators who hunted the妖兽.
， méi yǒu shén me hǎo dōng xī ， qián bèi ruò xiǎng yào jiāo huàn wù pǐn ， wǎn bèi kě yǐ jiè shào nǐ qù gāo jí de fāng shì 。”
，没有什么好东西，前辈若想要交换物品，晚辈可以介绍你去高级的坊市。”
Though many lost their lives to妖兽 during this process, overall, it was the cultivators attacking while the妖兽 defended.
“ rú cǐ yǒu láo le 。” lín xuān hēi hēi yī xiào ， bù zhì kě fǒu de shuō dào 。
“如此有劳了。”林轩嘿嘿一笑，不置可否的说道。
But on the妖灵岛, the situation was reversed. The power of the妖族 was overwhelming, making humans like street rats. Being wiped out by the妖族 was not uncommon.
zhōu xuè hén jiàn le ， yě shí qù de bù zài duō shuō ， lǎo lǎo shí shí de zài qián miàn dài lù 。
周血痕见了，也识趣的不再多说，老老实实的在前面带路。
玄凤门已经是此处顶尖势力，但仍无法免俗。说不准什么时候就会被一大群妖兽围攻。
liǎng rén zhí jiē cóng fāng shì shàng kōng lüè guò ， fēi xiàng qián miàn yī zuò xíng zhuàng jiào wéi qí tè de shān fēng 。
两人直接从坊市上空掠过，飞向前面一座形状较为奇特的山峰。
为了以防万一，他们不得不常年保持防护阵法的开启。
shuō tā xíng zhuàng qí tè ， shì yīn wèi cǐ shān jiù xiàng shì yī zhī shù lì de rén de shǒu zhǎng ， lián wǔ gēn shǒu zhǐ de cháng duǎn cū
说它形状奇特，是因为此山就像是一只竖立的人的手掌，连五根手指的长短粗
"Ah, I see." Lin Xuan nodded and his expression returned to normal. His desire to leave this place grew stronger.
xì ， yě wéi miào wéi xiào ， ràng rén bù dé bù gǎn tàn dà zì rán de shén qí 。
细，也惟妙惟肖，让人不得不感叹大自然的神奇。
The entire Five Fingers Mountain was shrouded in clouds, but with Lin Xuan’s eyesight, he could clearly see a winding stone staircase leading up the mountain, perfectly flat.
liǎng rén xiàng nà zuì duǎn de mǔ zhǐ fēng fēi qù 。
两人向那最短的拇指峰飞去。
At the foot of the mountain stood a large archway, guarded by several cultivators. These were the disciples guarding the main gate.
dào le shān jiǎo ， zhōu xuè hén suǒ huà dùn guāng wèi zhī yī huǎn ， xú xú de jiàng luò xià lái ， lín xuān zì rán shì yǒu yàng xué yàng
到了山脚，周血痕所化遁光为之一缓，徐徐的降落下来，林轩自然是有样学样
Lin Xuan’s divine sense swept over them without much interest; their cultivation was only at the Flexible Spirit stage.
， jǐn jǐn gēn zài hòu miàn 。
，紧紧跟在后面。
Seeing the two approach, these people recognized Zhou Xuehen and greeted him as Uncle, bending to bow. They then secretly sized up Lin Xuan with strange glances.
“ bù hǎo yì sī ， qián bèi ， cǐ chù jiù suàn shì zhēn zhèng jìn rù le bì pài de shān mén ， yóu yú hù pài dà zhèn yǒu jìn kōng
“不好意思，前辈，此处就算是真正进入了敝派的山门，由于护派大阵有禁空
"Look at what you’re doing! This is Senior Lin. Bow!" Zhou Xuehen frowned and loudly scolded them before turning back to Lin Xuan with a smile, "Senior don’t mind. These disciples have never left the main gate; they lack etiquette. I’ll discipline them."
The two soared through the sky, chatting idly as they flew. Zhou Xuehen’s cultivation was not high, but his knowledge was broad, and he went out of his way to flatter Lin Xuan.
After several hours, Lin Xuan gained a good understanding of the妖灵岛.
Of course, Lin Xuan also casually inquired about any means of leaving this place and returning to the mortal world. The other party remained speechless at this point, which did not disappoint Lin Xuan much. He figured that even if there were such methods, he, as a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator, would have no knowledge of them.
It was just something he mentioned casually.
The distance between玄凤门 and here was considerable. They flew for several days, but fortunately, they didn’t encounter any dangers along the way. This was partly due to good fortune, but mostly because Lin Xuan’s divine sense was so powerful that he could always warn them before encountering any妖兽.
Over time, Zhou Xuehen grew immensely respectful and even wished to treat him as a disciple, though Lin Xuan had no interest in taking on such an old student.
One day, they continued their usual journey. After flying for several hours, a towering mountain came into view.
Lin Xuan’s eyebrows raised at the thick妖气. This place was indeed an upper-grade妖脉.
"Phew, finally here," Zhou Xuehen sighed with relief and joy on his face. "Senior, look, that's where our玄凤门 main hall is. Do you think this妖脉 quality will do?"
"Not bad!" Lin Xuan nodded. Indeed, the妖脉 stretched for a hundred miles, which meant the strength of玄凤门 was far from weak.
"Your sect’s Sect Elder must have reached the late元婴 stage?" Lin Xuan couldn’t help but probe.
"Haha, senior has keen eyesight. Our Sect Elder is at the peak of mid-stage元婴, just one step away from the later stage," Zhou Xuehen's eyes showed both admiration and respect. He knew his own资质, and condensing an元婴 seemed unattainable… he was already grateful for successfully forming a丹.
Lin Xuan’s lips curled into a bland smile but said nothing of hollow comfort. Cultivation was about different opportunities for everyone.
"Senior is being modest. Let's continue our journey. I must report back to the sect, and if senior wishes to join, I can recommend you. Of course, if senior prefers not to be constrained, you could also become an honorary elder," Zhou Xuehen introduced enthusiastically.
Lin Xuan nodded without saying much more. The distance of several dozen miles was quickly covered, and a large area of buildings came into view.
There were elegant pavilions and rough stone rooms, forming a small market stretching for several miles!
Though the scale wasn’t grand, it was bustling with activity. Lin Xuan’s divine sense revealed that thousands of cultivators entered and exited constantly.
Most were at the Flexible Spirit stage; only about two or three in ten were Foundation Establishment, and there weren’t any above the Condensation Core stage.
Seeing Lin Xuan’s interest, Zhou Xuehen eagerly explained, "This is set up for lower-stage disciples. There isn't much to offer. If senior wishes to trade items, I can introduce you to a higher-grade market."
"Thank you." Lin Xuan chuckled and remained noncommittal.
Zhou Xuehen understood and stopped talking, leading them through the market in silence.
They flew directly over the market, heading towards a peculiar mountain peak.
Its shape was unique, resembling a human hand standing upright with five fingers of varying lengths and thicknesses. It was truly a marvel of nature.
They approached the shortest thumb-shaped peak.
At the foot of the mountain, Zhou Xuehen’s transformed light speed slowed slightly as he gently landed. Lin Xuan naturally followed suit.
"Sorry, senior, we have officially entered our sect's main gate here. Due to the restrictions in the protective array, you can't use your light speed to reach the top," Zhou Xuehen apologized with a cautious smile.
"Oh?" Lin Xuan’s face showed surprise at this revelation. The restriction on flying was nothing unusual, but the continuous activation of the protective array was surprising.
Such an array could protect the entire sect and required complex setup tools, consuming large amounts of crystal stones once activated. Thus, unless facing external enemies or a Sect Elder condensing an元婴, it was usually kept idle.
But the other party claimed…
Was there something wrong? Did玄凤门 have so many crystal stones that they wasted them for fun?
Zhou Xuehen was quick-witted and guessed Lin Xuan’s thoughts from his expression. He smiled wryly.
"Senior is mistaken. Although our玄凤门 is a top-notch cultivation force on the妖灵岛, we can't be so wasteful. Keeping the protective array active all year round is out of necessity."
"Why?" Lin Xuan was surprised.
"Just think about it. This is the妖灵岛. Unlike your mortal world, here, the power of妖兽 far outweighs that of cultivators," Zhou Xuehen explained.
Hearing this, Lin Xuan’s expression turned grim.
The matter wasn’t unusual when put into perspective.
In the mortal world, whether in幽州or on七星岛的云海, humans and妖族 coexisted. However, the power of cultivators was much greater, so according to the survival of the fittest rule, it was always the cultivators who hunted the妖兽.
Though many lost their lives to妖兽 during this process, overall, it was the cultivators attacking while the妖兽 defended.
But on the妖灵岛, the situation was reversed. The power of the妖族 was overwhelming, making humans like street rats. Being wiped out by the妖族 was not uncommon.
玄凤门已经是此处顶尖势力，但仍无法免俗。说不准什么时候就会被一大群妖兽围攻。
为了以防万一，他们不得不常年保持防护阵法的开启。
"Ah, I see." Lin Xuan nodded and his expression returned to normal. His desire to leave this place grew stronger.
The entire Five Fingers Mountain was shrouded in clouds, but with Lin Xuan’s eyesight, he could clearly see a winding stone staircase leading up the mountain, perfectly flat.
At the foot of the mountain stood a large archway, guarded by several cultivators. These were the disciples guarding the main gate.
Lin Xuan’s divine sense swept over them without much interest; their cultivation was only at the Flexible Spirit stage.
Seeing the two approach, these people recognized Zhou Xuehen and greeted him as Uncle, bending to bow. They then secretly sized up Lin Xuan with strange glances.
"Look at what you’re doing! This is Senior Lin. Bow!" Zhou Xuehen frowned and loudly scolded them before turning back to Lin Xuan with a smile, "Senior don’t mind. These disciples have never left the main gate; they lack etiquette. I’ll discipline them."