Hearing Mu Shiba's words, Sect Leader Hua seemed very surprised. However, when he considered that this 'Demonic Monster' Mu Shiba had been able to counterattack the Eight Great Demon Venerables while at the Ninth Layer and even sweep through the Six Great Demon Sects, Celestial Sect Leader Hua could only sigh inwardly.

"Mr. Mu's methods are formidable, and his Talent far surpasses that of Same Tier Cultivators... Although Ying'Er's Talent is good, ultimately... she still can't compare to Mr. Mu! Moreover, the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's initial disciple recruitment test merely grants a qualification to participate in the martial competition. During the tests and matches, participants are not allowed to use Magical Artifacts, Demon Pearls, Exotic Beasts, Immortal Artifacts, and the like. So, it doesn't truly reveal a participant's complete strength! Only during the official disciple acceptance ceremony, when everyone fights fiercely for a chance to join the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect, will their true mettle be shown!"

Lin Xuankong nodded slightly. "In that case, if I want to participate in the disciple acceptance ceremony, do I also need to undergo tests and competitions at the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect?"

Before he could finish speaking, a voice suddenly sounded from behind him.

"Yes, of course, you also need to participate in the initial tests. Otherwise, how could you take part in the disciple acceptance ceremony? The Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect can't possibly test tens of thousands of Cultivators on the very day of the ceremony, can they? They have to eliminate most of the unqualified Cultivators beforehand, so only the true prodigies remain for the ceremony!"

Hearing the crisp, pleasant, and incredibly familiar voice, a hint of a smile touched Lin Xuankong's eyes. He turned his head and saw Young Lady Lii Xiaolan, dressed in green, with a slender, graceful figure and a face as lovely as a flower, standing behind him with a charming smile.

Gazing at the young lady he hadn't seen in over a year, Lin Xuankong smiled, a wave of emotion washing over him. Time truly flies in Cultivation. Back when he and Lan were together, he never would have imagined they'd be separated for more than a year! To ensure he could successfully achieve the Earth Immortal realm and to help him learn the refining method for the Immortal Ascension Treasure Pill, the young lady had traveled countless miles. She joined the unfamiliar Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect and had already stayed for more than a year! He was truly fortunate to have such a young lady in his life!

"What are you grinning foolishly for? Did you bring any hometown snacks from our Great Marsh Prefecture?" Lii Xiaolan wrinkled her nose, leaning close to Lin Xuankong and sniffing around.

Lin Xuankong took Lii Xiaolan's delicate hand and said with a smile, "Of course, I did! I brought Piaoxiang Tower's specialty dishes, Myriad Tastes Tavern's signature dishes, Old Zhang's leek pies, and Mu Shiba, as well as candied fruits from the Ancient River District, and much, much more—all your favorites!"

Lii Xiaolan's expression turned peculiar. "Why does it sound like something strange was mixed in with all that food you mentioned?"

"Absence makes the heart grow fonder, after all!" Lin Xuankong laughed heartily, reaching out to embrace Lii Xiaolan's slender waist.

But Lii Xiaolan swiftly sidestepped, dodging his Demon's Hand. After shooting him a sidelong glance, she took his hand and led him towards a guest room ahead. "Little Sister Ying'Er and I have been waiting for you for so long. Come in, let's eat something delicious and chat. And stop thinking about bullying me every time you see me!"

After the three of them entered the guest room, Lin Xuankong looked inside and saw the table already laden with various thoroughly washed fruits—melons, common fruits, pears, peaches, and so on. There were even some Exotic Fruits and Spirit Fruits unique to Spiritual Crane Immortal City that Lin Xuankong had never seen before!

Xiaoo Ying'Er, tall and clad in white, her beauty ethereal and refined, gazed fixedly at Lin Xuankong.

"You're here..."

"These... these fruits were all prepared by Sister Lan and me. Most of them are Spirit Fruits and Exotic Fruits that greatly replenish Qi Blood, things you can't find back in the Great Xia Dynasty. This time, you can eat your fill!"

Celestial Sect Leader Hua watched this unfold, sighing inwardly with dismay. He had taught Ying'Er for over ten years and had never once eaten fruit washed by her own hands. Yet this Mu Shiba... Ying'Er must have washed thousands of catties of fruit for him, right? What a terrifying glutton! A wave of bitterness, envy, and jealousy washed over him.

Then, Celestial Sect Leader Hua, knowing when to make himself scarce, offered a polite greeting and excused himself from the room. He closed the guest room door, which was carved from sound-insulating Spirit Wood, and stood guard outside.

「Inside the wooden door.」

Lin Xuankong sat at the table and took out the Great Marsh Prefecture delicacies he had prepared for the two women.

In truth, Spiritual Crane Immortal City's produce was countless times more abundant than that of Great Marsh Prefecture, with an even greater variety of culinary delights. However, as Cultivators hailing from the Great Xia Dynasty, Lii Xiaolan and Xiaoo Ying'Er wore expressions of pure bliss as they savored the tastes of their hometown.

Humans are creatures of diverse tastes, but they share one commonality: a fondness for the foods they grew up with. For it's not just about the flavor, but also about the beautiful memories they carry.

Lin Xuankong, on the other hand, began to sample the fruits without reservation. As he ate, he asked, "That Chang Li from the Xianluo Dynasty—is he very formidable? Does he often come to harass Ying'Er?"

Third Princess Xiaoo Ying'Er and Lii Xiaolan exchanged a glance, a helpless look appearing on both their faces.

Third Princess Xiaoo Ying'Er frowned. "It's not really harassment. He just sends some gifts every day or two. Besides, he's not the only one who has come to the Fuyuan Immortal Inn. During this period, there have probably been several hundred visitors! Fortunately, the place Sister Lii arranged for me to stay is a property of the Fuyuan Immortal Sect. So, although those Cultivators keep coming, not a single one has dared to force their way into the Fuyuan Immortal Inn!"

Lii Xiaolan, on the other hand, blinked her clear, bright eyes and said with a smile, "I really don't know where you get your luck from, fellow. You even have such good fortune with romance. To think that even a Celestial Immortal like Little Sister Ying'Er has been won over by you!"

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