Chapter 10: A gift

Lin Yang had only just begun his cultivation journey. His body, still weak from his illness, quickly proved to be no match for the spirited woman in white. Soon, his body was drenched in sweat, and his limbs grew feeble. Like a defeated rooster, he scurried out of the cave.

Not long after Lin Yang's departure, the woman in white slowly opened her serene, beautiful eyes. What kind of eyes were those? Calm as a tranquil lake, pure as snow, shimmering and translucent.

Yet, in the next moment, her brows furrowed as a sense of discomfort rippled through her body. Suddenly, a horrific aura of killing intent permeated the cave. The temperature plummeted, and frost and snow materialized in abundance.

Her gaze turned, and she discovered a line of crooked handwriting on the ground. The handwriting revealed a wave of unrestrained unruliness, but it also had an extremely overbearing Qi. However, once she did, she almost fainted from anger.

[The Luminous Purple Cloud Qi within your being has been thoroughly depleted by your husband. However, it is important to reassure you that what remains is still a valuable essence in the vast realm of your existence. Upon waking, you will not need to search for your husband, for he has left behind a delicate jade pendant for you. In the unfortunate event that you find yourself with child, I implore you to choose life, as this pendant may hold the key to reconnecting with your husband in the future.If anyone dares to force you to have an abortion, when your husband finds out, I will definitely kill all of his or her blood relatives within eighteen generations! I will cut him into pieces and make him die a horrible death! ]

The person who left the message was even rambling on and on, using all sorts of excuses, threats, and domineering threats, causing the white-robed woman to burn with rage. She was originally a calm and steady person with a peaceful heart. This was especially so because of the cultivation technique she cultivated, which caused her heart to be as calm as still water. However, at this moment, it was as if she was looking at a repulsive and despicable face.

"Your husband knows that your enemy is from the Purple Cloud Lineage, and specially left behind a mystical grade secret technique to counter the Light True Essence!" Following that was a mystical grade secret technique called the " Desolation Solar Seal Art".

The lady in white's anger was hard to quell, and her killing intent was hard to quell. Initially, she did not think much of it. With her identity, she had come in contact with countless secret techniques, but to be able to counter the Light True Essence....

She did not believe the other party's flowery speech.

Though skeptical, her curiosity got the better of her. As she read through the text, her anger momentarily subsided. The profound knowledge penetrated her mind like water flowing smoothly. Even though she didn't practice it, her face betrayed a flicker of change.

Her intuition alerted her to the fact that this "Desolation Solar Seal Art" truly possessed the miraculous ability to counter the Light True Essence. The other person hadn't been lying. If this technique were to be revealed, it would create a storm in the Heavenly Spirit Continent, shaking the foundations of those who practiced the Light True Essence.

As a powerhouse in her own right, having acquired such a technique would undoubtedly secure unimaginable benefits for herself and her sect. The prosperous days of the Purple Light Temple would no doubt continue, while others would be left scrambling to adapt.

"Who on earth is this perverted thief? To possess such a technique and casually reveal it, they must be no ordinary individual! Could they be an heir to one of the ancient hidden families? Or perhaps the reincarnation of an ancient saint?" The woman's expression grew solemn. Sensing the discomfort in her body, her beautiful face displayed a glimpse of chilling determination.

"You despicable, perverted thief, I don't care who you are. To dare defile my innocence, I will find you and tear you to pieces!"

As dusk settled over Mount Lin, rose-red clouds adorned the sky, painting the foothills with a radiant hue. The mountain breeze carried the tantalizing scent of food, while the sounds of children playing echoed from the manor perched on the mountainside. Lights began to flicker to life.

"Young Master, you've returned!" The young handmaiden leaned against the door, her demeanor a mix of coldness and joy. Her eyes constantly scanned the mountain path, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the familiar figure. Once she spotted him, she couldn't contain her excitement and dashed towards him.

A figure draped in red drew near, accompanied by an elegant fragrance. Lin Yang seized the opportunity to catch hold of the lithe, delicate body.

"Silly girl!" Lin Yang's fingers gently caressed the young girl's soft black hair. The warmth radiating from her filled a void within him. It had been countless nights since he had felt the warmth of someone's care. In that moment, it seemed like a hazy dream, a flower in the water, or the moon reflected in the mirror.

"Young Master, are you alright? The Sixth Young Master's men came looking for you earlier! I'm afraid they might have found out..." The young handmaiden's bright eyes scrutinized Lin Yang with concern and worry.

"Sixth Young Master Lin Yun!" Lin Yang's heart skipped a beat. Thoughts swirled in his mind as he looked into the eyes filled with anxiety and worry.

"Don't worry, the Sixth Young Master can do nothing to me!"

"But what if he reports it to the Master?" the young handmaiden fretted.

"Don't worry, they're just two dogs from another family. Do you think I would let them tie me up? They can find their own way home. If they get lost, they have no one to blame but themselves."

Lin Yang's eyes gleamed with a glint of coldness as he waved his hand, his gaze deepening. "Besides, that old man would kill me without hesitation. Whether or not he has a reason, he sees me as a thorn in his side, a thorn in his flesh!"

"And as for the Sixth Young Master, don't worry. He may be ambitious, but his talent doesn't match his aspirations. In my eyes, he's merely an obstacle in my path. Sooner or later, I will crush him beneath my feet!"

"There are five branches in the Lin Family. The First Branch is led by Lin Guang, the Second Branch by Lin Xian, the Third Branch by Lin Wu, the Fourth Branch by Lin Rong, and the Fifth Branch by my father, Lin Zhan. Among them, the Second Branch is the weakest, with several lackluster legitimate sons. The Fourth Branch boasts a gifted girl, Lin Yu'er, but she's hindered by her gender. The clash between the Second Branch and the Qin Family won't go unchecked!"

"The most formidable branches are the First Branch and the Third Branch. Lin Guang has two sons: Lin Shu, the eldest and the Lin family's first young master, and Lin Ming, the seventh young master. Lin Shu, though obedient and reserved, possesses average talent and is overshadowed by his younger brother, Lin Ming."

"The Third Branch has four sons. The Eleventh Young Master is still young and weak, so he isn't considered a threat. The Fourth Young Master, Lin Bing, manages the family's caravan and is a talented individual who has been thriving. The Fifth Young Master, Lin Han, is nothing more than a playboy who indulges in walking dogs and playing with birds, preying on the weak and currying favor with the powerful. And then, there's the Sixth Young Master, Lin Yun, who is ambitious and arrogant. Though I view him as mediocre, he is undoubtedly a treacherous character. Just wait and see, as soon as he perceives the alliance forming between the First Branch and the Qin Family, he won't let it go unnoticed!"