Chapter 176: Arrival at Yang City

After properly arranging the body of Grandmaster Qingye, Lin Xing felt a sense of bewilderment in his heart.

Grandmaster Qingye had ultimately saved all the people in Shanhai City. Even though he had struggled, he had still done it.

But what if it were himself; if it were not Shanhaiyuan, but Bi Yao and You Ji not far away. Would he sacrifice his life to save them?

Exchange his hard-won life for theirs?

Lin Xing didn't know.

The future was full of countless changes. Physiognomy could predict a little bit, but the changes in people's hearts could never be grasped.

The Dao of Change.

Why did he comprehend this? Lin Xing felt puzzled.

The Bloodthirsty Bead rubbed against Lin Xing's cheek, smiling affectionately and jumping around. Its bright red light was sparkling. Lin Xing suddenly turned his head and asked, "Daughter, if Daddy encounters something extremely dangerous, will you save me?"

The Bloodthirsty Bead replied without thinking, "Of course! If anyone dares to bully Daddy, I won't let them off!"

"What if it requires sacrificing your life?" Lin Xing pressed.

"Sacrifice my life? Why?"

"Because Daddy has met someone extremely powerful!" Lin Xing said.

"Extremely powerful? But Daddy, I've never seen anyone more powerful than you!" The Bloodthirsty Bead was very confused.

"I mean if."

"If? But I've never encountered such a situation! How would I know..." The Bloodthirsty Bead said pitifully.

Lin Xing realized that he was indeed making things difficult for it. He gave a faint smile and turned his head.

People's hearts were inherently unpredictable.

The fact that the Bloodthirsty Bead didn't know was perhaps a manifestation of its lack of firmness. But it was just a bead and didn't understand those noble sentiments like sacrificing oneself for others at all. Even if it didn't save him, Lin Xing wouldn't hold it against it.

The future was changeable, and people's hearts were changeable. But precisely because of this changeability, one needed to experience, struggle, and comprehend, didn't they?

Perhaps this was the true use of the Dao of Change.

A gentle breeze blew. Bi Yao held You Ji's hand, and her cyan clothes fluttered in the wind, like a faint jasmine flower blooming softly.

"Hey! Hurry up. We still have a journey to make!" Bi Yao glared at Lin Xing, looking a bit awkward. After seeing Lin Xing display his great power, she had developed some inexplicable feelings for him in her heart.

He's so powerful. Why does he always let me have my way?

Thinking of this, Bi Yao's delicate and tender face turned a little red.

"Yes, my Princess Bi Yao!" Lin Xing laughed heartily.

"Pfft, who's your princess!"

"Of course, it's you!"

"You rascal! Don't run!!"

The two chased and ran in the air. The vast blue sky stretched as far as the eye could see, both wide and high. The depression in Lin Xing's heart gradually dissipated amidst the frolic.

Damn it! Why think so much? Maybe Little Zhuzhu was right. The person more powerful than himself hadn't been born yet! Was it a bit redundant to consider these things?

Just take one step at a time.

Being adaptable and carefree was also a necessary quality for a time traveler!

"Watch me! The Great Teleportation of the Universe!!!"

Lin Xing grabbed the hands of the two women and suddenly disappeared into the sky.

—— The group settled in Yangcheng.

The Hehuan Sect's business in Yangcheng had already formed a monopoly. The Hehuan Sect controlled ninety percent of the silk, clothing, and mending businesses in the entire Yangcheng. The remaining small portion could only survive by relying on the Hehuan Sect.

Yangcheng was one of the most important strongholds of the Hehuan Sect. There was an elder at the Shangqing level and several masters at the peak of the Yuqing level stationed there. The public security here was maintained by the Hehuan Sect and its affiliated forces, and the yamen was just an appendage of the Hehuan Sect's power. Even if the imperial court wanted to intervene, it was beyond its reach.

Here, the Hehuan Sect was almost like a local despot.

Of course, they wouldn't do those things that local despots did. Cultivators were originally among the chosen few with exceptional intelligence. And practicing Daoist arts could also slightly develop their intelligence. In business, these people naturally had long-term vision. They wouldn't do stupid things like draining the pond to catch the fish.

Even the Demonic Sect pursued a good reputation.

Otherwise, when the older generation passed away, who would take over? Ninety percent of those disciples came from ordinary commoner families.

The group strolled along the street.

Even Lin Xing was here for the first time.

"If all places were as prosperous as Yangcheng, how wonderful that would be!" Bi Yao said yearningly. Walking on the street and looking at the various local specialties on both sides, her cheeks were glowing with excitement.

This girl seemed to forget everything when she saw food.

"Aunt You, look, what's that?"

"Aunt You, this smells so good!"

"Aunt You, this looks really delicious!"

You Ji said helplessly, "Yao'er, let's not forget our main purpose ——"

"Miss Bi Yao, let me, Lin Xing, be your guide!" Lin Xing volunteered. "I'm very familiar with Yangcheng!"

It was a rare opportunity to go shopping with beautiful women, and he had to seize it!

"But aren't you here in Yangcheng for the first time?" Bi Yao asked doubtfully.

"That's right! This is my first time here! But in order to be your guide and provide the best service, I haven't slept for three days and three nights. With the determination to risk my life and the spirit of fearlessness... I've memorized every inch of Yangcheng!" Lin Xing said grandly, affectionately, and shamelessly. His spiritual power quickly spread, enveloping the entire Yangcheng and mapping it in his mind like a map.

"You... would be that kind?" Bi Yao asked doubtfully.

"My sincere heart can be seen by the sun and the moon!"

"But this young lady prefers to explore on her own. What's the fun if I know everything in advance?" Bi Yao deliberately argued with Lin Xing.

"I heard that there's a restaurant with delicious braised pork ribs ——" Although Lin Xing's practical ability needed improvement, his understanding of the culinary dao had already left ordinary chefs far behind. He could instantly tell the quality of all the dishes in Yangcheng.

"Fine, this young lady will give you this chance!" Bi Yao said in a reluctant tone. Her red lips pursed slightly without being noticed, and she was craving food again...

"Yao'er, didn't you just eat three drumsticks and ——"

"Beautiful Lady Vermilion Bird!" Lin Xing suddenly leaned in, looking at You Ji with a wicked gaze. His eyes wandered around her towering chest. "Actually, you're hungry too, aren't you?"

You Ji suddenly shuddered. Her chest seemed to be seen through by Lin Xing's burning gaze and exposed to him. Remembering Lin Xing's bold and presumptuous actions before, she felt flustered and quickly said, "Yes, I'm hungry too. I actually forgot."

Before Lin Xing could lead the way, she took the lead and walked forward, not caring if the direction was right. Bi Yao was stunned. What was wrong with Aunt You today?

Lin Xing looked at You Ji's mature and charming back and secretly sighed. She was really a stunner! And an easy one to pursue!

Compared to You Ji, Bi Yao would require much more effort!

"My princess, this way please!"

"Your princess, my foot!"

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