Chapter 2567

So before saving her, Zhu Yanyi had made an agreement with Zhang Yixing: Zhang Jingcong must become her disciple, or she would not save her.

If the rescue was successful, it turned out Zhang Jingcong was indeed a rare talent in medicine.

Zhang Yixing approached Zhu Yanyi and said, "Sect Leader Zhu, this round, the Medicine King Valley has lost. Rest assured, Yu'er will tidy up and come find you shortly."

Zhu Yanyi nodded. "Valley Master Zhang, I will stay here for five more days. After that, let Jingcong return. You can use these five days to reunite with your family."

"In that case, thank you, Sect Leader Zhu." Zhang Yixing did not stand on ceremony.

Zhang Jingcong bowed to Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan. "Master, Grandmaster, this disciple will return home first. I will come back to find you in a couple of days."

"Good." Zhu Yanyi nodded.

"Wait." Yan Aohan spoke up. He then tapped Zhang Jingcong’s forehead lightly. "This is my mark. If you are in danger, this mark will protect you once. Also, I will know your situation."

"Thank you, Grandmaster." Although Zhang Jingcong believed he would be safe for five days, this mark would be useful later. Besides, not just anyone could place such a spiritual mark.

Just seeing this mark, Zhang Yixing guessed that Yan Aohan was no ordinary person. It was a good thing for his grandson to have such masters.

Zhang Jingcong returned with Zhang Yixing. Naturally, they would not go to the Xifeng area, as there was not enough time. They would just gather here for a while.

Meanwhile, Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan took their disciples shopping.

The Azure Sovereign Sect had made a name for itself in this battle. The story of them suppressing the five major sects had spread. People knew the Azure Sovereign Sect had real strength. Even if some were jealous, they could do nothing about it.

However, people were curious about where the Azure Sovereign Sect was located.

"It seems the Azure Sovereign Sect can reveal itself to the world," Yan Aohan said, holding Zhu Yanyi’s hand as they walked slowly down the street. Occasionally, they nodded to acquaintances as a greeting.

Zhu Yanyi nodded. "Yes, the Azure Sovereign Sect can indeed reveal itself."

Revealing themselves was to show the world their strength, but the Azure Sovereign Sect would never participate in any power struggles.

Most people understood this. Moreover, the news that the Azure Sovereign Sect had ties to the Immortal Emperor had spread. This meant they would only support the Immortal Emperor and would not get involved in messy factional conflicts.

What people were most curious about was still the mysterious location of the Azure Sovereign Sect.

Zhu Yanyi would naturally let people know where the Azure Sovereign Sect was, but she would not remove the mountain protection array. The Azure Sovereign Sect should remain an unfathomable sect in the world.

Of course, the main reason was that Zhu Yanyi was lazy. If people knew exactly where the Azure Sovereign Sect was, they would visit every few days. If they were patients, it would be fine.

But in the Immortal Realm, where were so many patients? Ordinary immortal residents would not seek help from the Azure Sovereign Sect for minor illnesses. So, Zhu Yanyi thought it over. She could give a general direction, but whether they could find it was not her concern.

"Master, we are at that delicious food shop again. Let’s go eat there." Compared to high-end hotels, they preferred these small snack shops. Besides, the buns here were truly delicious.

"Okay, let’s go eat." Zhu Yanyi and the others entered the food shop. This time, Zhu Yanyi could order food herself.

Yan Aohan saw Zhu Yanyi’s relaxed demeanor and smiled, letting her order whatever she wanted.

She checked the Ruyi Space with her divine sense. The flames were taking good care of Mianmian, so she was not worried.

Zhu Yanyi ordered several types of buns. Among their group, they ordered the most, but their appetites were good, so they did not worry about not finishing them.

"These immortal mushroom buns are quite tasty," Hua Zhui said after taking a bite.

"Yes, they are good," Zhu Yanyi nodded after eating one.

Hong Lian said from the side, "Sect Leader, we are returning in five days. Should we buy some local specialties?"

Zhu Yanyi thought for a moment. "I bought many specialties when I first arrived and sent them away via immortal birds. If you want to buy more, you can do so in the next few days. Just be careful when going out. Otherwise, buy whatever you like."

"Master, give us red envelopes! You said you would reward us," Cui Wan said with a smile.

Zhu Yanyi blinked. "I clearly said I would reward you after we return."

"The reward after returning is for after returning. What you give us now should be red envelopes." Cui Wan’s face seemed to have grown even thicker.

Zhu Yanyi sighed. "How did I end up with such a thick-skinned disciple?"

"Actually, my face was not thick when I joined the sect. It became thick after following you, Master," Cui Wan answered seriously.

Qian Huansheng laughed out loud. "I say, Zhu Yanyi, I didn’t expect you to have a day like this, being cornered by your disciple."

Zhu Yanyi raised an eyebrow. "Even if my disciple corners me, I am happy to be cornered. You don’t have a disciple yet, so you can’t even enjoy this fun."

"Just wait. I will eventually receive my own disciple," Qian Huansheng said, having no retort to Zhu Yanyi’s tease.

"By the way, Sect Leader, there is one thing I have always not understood," Hong Lian said, biting into a large meat bun. "Why did you decide to take Zhang Yu as a disciple? He did not climb the Heavenly Ladder, nor did he undergo the moral formation test."

Zhu Yanyi smiled. "Here, she is called Zhang Jingcong."

She paused and said, "It is actually simple. Change your perspective. Put yourselves in her shoes. If your spiritual root and talent were destroyed, and you could not speak since childhood, would you still have such pure eyes as she does?"

Hong Lian was slightly stunned. "I don’t know if I would have such pure eyes, but one thing I can confirm is that I would not be as happy as he is."

"Yes, Zhang Jingcong is naturally open-minded. Such a person, given a glimmer of hope, will surely soar into the sky in the future. You all say I am a master of all medical arts. Cui Wan learned pill refining, but Zhang Jingcong is someone who can inherit all my teachings."

Zhu Yanyi said seriously, "Her open mind and innate wood attribute destiny her to be an absolute medical talent. So, if I do not take her, should I just give her to the Medicine King Valley for free?"

"I see," Hong Lian understood. "Zhang Jingcong is lucky to have met you. If it were not for you, no matter how open-minded he was, he could not have restored his talent and spiritual root, nor could he speak again."

"This is heaven’s will," Zhu Yanyi smiled lightly. "Look at things from a different angle, and we can see different results."