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Fang Ling was very honest, "The sect I'm currently in is an affiliated sect of Fang Tianzong. My greatest wish is to join Fang Tianzong and receive guidance from Senior Sister Zou Ying."

She is the person I admire most! She is also the pride of our Fangtianzong!

Lin Qi had forgotten that Chen Guo and Yuan Guo were neighboring countries, with frequent exchanges between them. There were also some areas whose ownership was unclear.

It is indeed true that there are branch lineages located in different countries from the main lineage.

Yuanshi smiled faintly: "I see, no wonder Fang Dao saw Xiao Qi so excited."

After a few words, Tan Yueqing led several people to prepare heavy gifts and personally sent Fang Ling away.

Then, he took the opportunity to chat with the Taiji Venerable.

Tan Yueqing still needs to recuperate, and the Taiji Venerable also messaged her privately, so she didn't go with them.

He stayed in the room even after hearing the song.

On the road, Lin Qi and her senior sister Yuan Xi walked side by side. "It seems like your senior sister doesn't like Fang Ling very much,"

Yuan Xi turned her head and gave her a smile, "You're still as mischievous as ever!"

Moments later, Yu Xi suddenly collected her emotions. "I always feel that the spirit there is not quite right."

Lin Qi asked calmly, "Haven't you investigated carefully? Didn't find any other problems?"

Just because there are no apparent problems, doesn't mean there aren't any.

"Where is your sister's point of confusion?"

Yuan Xi sighed softly, "Too much of a coincidence."

"That's also true."

Lin Qi also couldn't fully let go of his guard against Ling. The root cause was that everything was just too coincidental.

Lin Qi was worried: "But I see that Tan Shimei has completely let down her guard against the other spirit?"

Yuanxi Shijie turned around, "Maybe I overthought it. That spirit's origins seem fine, and there are no other apparent issues at the moment... Let's just watch for now."

Lin Qi nodded, and the two knocked on the door and went in.

Taiji Venerable had just finished his business, brewed himself a cup of tea, and was about to take a short rest.

Upon seeing the two arrive, he wasn't surprised. He waved his hand and said, "Sit down."

Lin Qi and Yuan Xi knelt side by side opposite each other.

Lin Qi was the first to speak: "Ancestor, where did that Demon Emperor go? Who went after him?"

"Are you concerned about this?"

Lin Qi glanced at Yuan Xi and frankly expressed her confusion.

Recently, someone used a demon clan secret method to lure my senior sister. Today, the Demon Emperor appeared. Are these two events related?

Yuan Xi was startled, as if she had just thought of this.

Those in power are often blinded to their own flaws. When it comes to themselves, many things become unclear.

"There is indeed some connection. That Demon Emperor was not actually from the Cultivator Alliance; it seems they used something to buy him off and have him act in this play."

Lin Qi: "To deal with a single Nascent Soul cultivator, they even mobilized two Mahayana cultivators... Zhongzhou's actions are truly baffling."

"The venerable Taiji is rather nonchalant: 'There are many things in Zhongzhou that exceed your expectations.'"

She's lived for so many years after all, and she's seen a lot.

"Be careful these days, today is Tan Yueqing, tomorrow it might be you..."

Master Taiji and Senior Sister Yuanxi both stared at Lin Qi.

Everyone has encountered problems to varying degrees, but only Lin Qi is still safe and sound.

Lin Qi touched his nose and admitted frankly, "Actually, I haven't encountered nothing, it's just that I'm more cautious."

Commonly known as being quite rough.

Lin Qi understood that this was a crucial moment, so whenever he encountered something dangerous, even his immense curiosity had to be put aside. He stood firm, refusing to take another step outside.

If something unexpected happens, her first reaction is to hide, seeking the safest place with as many people as possible.

Thanks to her own survival strategy, she has remained safe and sound.

Lin Qi still enthusiastically told the Taiji Venerable about what had happened to her these days and her thoughts.

Including but not limited to passing an old grandmother who asked her if she wanted to buy candied fruits on a stick, she was full of vigilance, afraid that this old

Grandma drew her sword and stabbed her through.

The Taiji Venerable wore a speechless expression, "It's not necessary to go this far... After all, you are a nascent soul cultivator."

Even if ambushed by a cultivator of the Divine Transformation realm, there would still be some reaction time.

Unless it's a powerful being like the demon emperor of today.

Lin Qi shook her head solemnly: "This won't do, I can't afford any accidents right now."

"Tán Yuèqīng's injuries are probably going to affect her match. If I get hurt again, it won't be good either."

Yuanxi: "…It's a good thing that Junior Sister is cautious."

More than ten days passed, and as the grand competition drew near, even the cultivators from the furthest West Continent had finally arrived.

In five days, the big match will begin.

During this period, Yuandu has been incredibly bustling, with people coming and going every day. It's a sight to behold!

However, a faint sense of danger hung in the air, as if a single spark could ignite it.

At this moment, Fang Ling appeared again.

She made a special visit to see him in person.

"The Grand Sect Competition has concluded, and I have nothing to do. I specially came to seek out fellow Daoists for a two-day visit."

Before Tan Yue could speak, she laughed with her hands behind her back, "I know the Five Continents Grand Competition is approaching, and it's easiest to cause trouble then. So I only invited Daoist Tan to take a stroll nearby."

Tan Yue Qing Si thought for a moment before agreeing.

When Lin Qi went out for the first time, she was still worried and followed behind.

The result is that the person did indeed invite others to play, eating and drinking down the street. Nothing happened.

The second time, Lin Qi was right at the critical moment of refining an eighth-order formation, so she didn't go together.

Who knows, soon after, Tan Yueqing sent a message: "Fang Ling is in trouble!"

Lin Qi first was taken aback, then there was a sense of calm resignation.

What's wrong?

Tan Yue cleared her throat, her voice cold and laced with worry. "On the way, she encountered some kidnappers robbing someone. Fang Ling wanted to help, but ended up being kidnapped herself."

The cultivation world also has swindlers, and their level is extremely high. Their methods are varied, and their cultivation levels vary as well.

>Being able to snatch someone away under Tan Yue's watchful eye, at the very least one must be a cultivator of Yuan Ying or above.

Lin Qi was worried, "Where are you now? Don't tell me you went after someone?"

There is only the howling wind in response to Lin Qi's words.

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Beware of scams, you wait, I'll tell the ancestor right away!

"Hmm..."

Although Tan Yueqing had agreed, Lin Qi knew that given her personality, she couldn't possibly stand idly by and watch her savior fall into danger.

Lin Qi anxiously informed the Taiji Venerable, who immediately dispatched three Nascent Soul cultivators to search for him.

Lin Qi thought for a moment, fearing that Tan Yueqing would be stubborn and no one could persuade her. So, she volunteered to go with her.

Considering that Lin Qi had been very calm recently, not causing any trouble at all, the Taiji Venerable agreed.

Lin Qi, following Tan Yueqing's directions, flew with three Nascent Soul cultivators.

The further she walked, the more serious her expression became.

"This is the road out of town!"

Guan Xuan's Daojun appeared with a sorrowful expression. "At this time, venturing out of the city, who knows if there are any ambushes outside?"

"The disciple is too impulsive!"

Lin Qi listened quietly, saying nothing.