Chapter 2616

Chapter 2616: Eerie Aura

Yu Yinuo had never experienced romance herself. However, witnessing the tragic love story of Tong Linghai and Xiu'er, she felt a strange sense of envy.

Yes, it was envy. At this moment, Yu Yinuo realized that a life without love could feel very empty, making existence seem somewhat bland.

This was especially true for cultivators. Their lives were long, but longevity did not guarantee happiness. Cultivation was a necessity, not a source of excitement. If a bit of romance appeared, it might add color to the path of cultivation.

Seeing Yu Yinuo’s shifting gaze, Zhu Yanyi spoke directly: "Do not think about playing with others' feelings. That will bring you heart demons."

"I am not that kind of person," Yu Yinuo said. "I was just thinking that for cultivators like us, with such long lives, walking alone forever is boring. Perhaps finding a partner would be nice."

"Is finding a partner not about responsibility?" Zhu Yanyi asked.

"Am I that kind of person?" Yu Yinuo looked displeased. "I am not. I just realized from watching you and Uncle Yan, and seeing Tong Linghai and Xiu'er, that life without emotion might be dull."

Yu Yinuo paused. "You know my personality. I am outgoing and like liveliness. If life is always dull, it might create heart demons."

Zhu Yanyi agreed. "Indeed. It is good that you want a partner. But feelings cannot be forced. Take your time. Your destined marriage will eventually appear."

"Thank you, Senior Sister Zhu." Yu Yinuo suddenly felt confident. She wanted a partner for her heart, not one bound by利益 (interests). That was her minimum requirement.

"It is quite lively below," Yan Aohan said, naturally watching everything underneath.

The appearance of evil cultivators was not surprising to the Ten Great Sects. After the evil cultivators encountered Yan Aohan’s group, the Sword Sect had warned them. They expected evil cultivators to appear during the bonding ceremony. So, seeing them now caused no shock. If it had passed quietly, they would have been suspicious.

"If the evil cultivators are only at this level, there is no need to worry," Zhu Yanyi said. She did not finish her sentence, but everyone present was sharp. They understood her unspoken words.

The appearance of evil cultivators was a disaster. Yet, their cultivation levels were low. This was strange.

Zhu Yanyi and the others believed the evil cultivators sent these minions to test the waters. Or, it might be to calm the hearts of the cultivation world.

If it was a test, it was manageable. It was just a step for a future plan. But if it was to calm people, the subsequent plot might be a huge conspiracy.

Yu Yinuo understood this too. "I will inform the Eldest Senior Brother."

Yan Aohan looked at Yu Yinuo. "This is only our guess. If you tell him without evidence, what can he do?"

"I will not tell others. I will just share this guess with the Eldest Senior Brother. He will know what to do." Yu Yinuo went to notify him.

After she returned, Zhu Zhibin spoke. "I notice you deeply respect your Eldest Senior Brother."

"Of course," Yu Yinuo said. "The Eldest Senior Brother is a symbol of our Sword Sect. He reached the Foundation Establishment stage in three years, entered the Golden Core stage before fifty, and broke through to the Nascent Soul stage at one hundred and fifty. He is only three hundred years old now, but can break through to the Soul Formation stage anytime."

Zhu Yanyi added from the side. "No wonder you call me Senior Sister. Your entire Sword Sect respects strength."

She continued, "You said your Eldest Senior Brother is only three hundred. Did your Sword Sect not have an Eldest Senior Brother before?"

"There was," Yu Yinuo said. "But he is now the Second Senior Brother."

Yu Yinuo continued. "Our Sword Sect always respects the strong. If you have the ability to defeat someone, you can take their position. The current Eldest Senior Brother defeated the previous one to earn his title. Moreover, he is very responsible. He leads in both sect affairs and cultivation. So, everyone is happy."

Zhu Yanyi smiled lightly. She understood this well. The Azure Sovereign Sect was similar. For example, Cuiwan became the Eldest Senior Sister because she won every duel. Even if opponents had higher cultivation, Cuiwan always won, securing her position.

"This is good. Managed well, it can create a healthy competitive environment," Zhu Yanyi said seriously.

"Yes," Yu Yinuo said proudly. "Our Sword Sect is like this now."

Zhu Yanyi nodded. She appreciated this method. Not every sect’s elder council had such clear heads. This explained why the Sword Sect remained number one.

"The fighting below is nearing its end," Zhu Zhibin said.

Zhu Yanyi looked down. Indeed, the fighting was ending.

The attacking evil cultivators had poor cultivation. No wonder it ended so quickly.

However, Zhu Yanyi felt the evil cultivators ended too fast. Doubt flashed in her eyes. "Husband, did this fight end too quickly?"

Yan Aohan looked down, then spoke slowly. "It was indeed fast. But look to the west."

Zhu Yanyi looked west. She saw countless invisible auras moving in that direction.

"What is this?" she asked Yan Aohan.

Yan Aohan said calmly. "That is the true trump card of the evil cultivators. Every time they cause trouble, there are casualties. Some fight desperately. Their essence turns into aura, absorbed by that trump card. If that trump card finishes absorbing and emerges, it will be a catastrophe for the cultivation world."

Yu Yinuo listened to Yan Aohan and looked west. "I don’t see anything?"

"If you could see it, you would have ascended to become an immortal," Yan Aohan glanced at Yu Yinuo.

Yu Yinuo became more certain that Yan Aohan and Zhu Yanyi came from the Immortal Realm. At least this remark revealed their extraordinary origins.