#73 - I'm waiting for you in front
Jun Wuxie and Ji Yinlan walked side by side along the mountain path.
They were both silent along the way.
Treading the path, passing through the maple forest, ahead was a clear forest lake.
The mountain breeze was gentle, the lake surface shimmered, and the maple forest was reflected in the lake, forming a beautiful scene.
"I watched your duel on the Life and Death Stage today," Ji Yinlan said softly.
Under Jun Wuxie's surprised gaze, she took off her shoes and socks, stepping barefoot on the sand, leaving two rows of delicate footprints.
The afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the beach, on her silver dress, and on her captivating face.
The mountain breeze lifted her ink-black hair, gently fluttering.
Watching Ji Yinlan let go of herself, Jun Wuxie couldn't help but smile.
Which version of her was the real her?
He was somewhat lost, unable to see through the woman before him.
"I thought you wouldn't come today."
He also took off his shoes and socks, stepping barefoot on the cool sand, following behind her, stepping in her footprints.
Her feet were too small, so small that they couldn't accommodate his entire foot.
He couldn't help but glance at them.
Smooth and delicate, exquisite and petite, like a work of art carved from the finest jade in the world.
"I was watching from afar," Ji Yinlan suddenly stopped and said, turning around.
Jun Wuxie was caught off guard and didn't have time to stop, crashing straight into her.
A soft and warm body fell into his arms.
A faint fragrance entered his nostrils, refreshing his heart and soul.
His mind swayed slightly, momentarily lost.
"You… your sword intent is very strong…" Ji Yinlan took two steps back imperceptibly, separating their bodies by half a foot.
Jun Wuxie smiled; the faint blush that suddenly appeared on her face made her look even more beautiful than a flower.
"What is that sword called?"
Ji Yinlan quickly regained her composure, the blush on her face faded, but her temperament was slightly gentler than usual.
"Sword of the Mortal Realm."
"What a unique name…" Ji Yinlan paused slightly, thought for a moment, and said, "I sensed an unspeakable worldliness in your sword intent.
Could this Sword of the Mortal Realm be related to the mortal world?"
He nodded and said, "Refining the heart in the mortal world, cultivating the Sword of the Mortal Realm, comprehending the meaning of the mortal world, and practicing the strongest sword in the world!"
"Since I first met you, you have never disappointed me.
Your growth rate has far exceeded my expectations," Ji Yinlan said with a slight smile, but also very solemnly, "Over the years, you are the only one who has caught my eye."
"So, we appreciate each other?" Jun Wuxie smiled happily and said, "How about we spar once?"
"Rather than fighting with you, I prefer talking to you," Ji Yinlan refused, saying, "Whether I am strong or you are strong, it is meaningless to me."
Jun Wuxie paused slightly, unable to help but ponder the meaning of her words.
"I have something here for you." Ji Yinlan took out a jade talisman from her bosom and said, "This is the Nanshan Secret Realm Token of the Dragon Ridge Mountains, the qualification token to enter the Nanshan Secret Realm."
"What is the Nanshan Secret Realm?"
Jun Wuxie's heart stirred.
He thought of the mysterious woman saying that a secret realm had recently appeared in the Dragon Ridge Mountains.
Could it be that this Nanshan Secret Realm was it?
Ji Yinlan lifted her long skirt, sat down on a bluestone by the lake, propping her fragrant cheek with one hand, and said, "The Nanshan Secret Realm is a special space left over from a very distant era.
It should have been created by a strong person of a certain era.
There may be things left by that strong person in the secret realm.
After such a long period of time, there must still be spiritual medicines and spiritual fruits of ancient age and high star rating inside."
Jun Wuxie stared at her blankly, "Such an important secret realm, this token, I imagine it is something that many people would seek but could not obtain, right?
You gave it to me, what about yourself?"
"I don't have time to go.
The conflict on the border is intensifying, and major events are likely to occur.
I may have to rush to the border at any time."
"What exactly is going on at the border?"
This was the second time he had heard Ji Yinlan mention this matter.
Ji Yinlan simply shook her head and did not elaborate.
After a moment of silence, Jun Wuxie said, "When will the Nanshan Secret Realm open?"
"It opened yesterday, but what opened was the marginal area.
The space inside is currently unstable.
Only those in the Star Realm dare to enter.
Don't be in a hurry to go.
Wait a few more days until the secret realm space stabilizes before entering."
"There should be many strong people going to the Nanshan Secret Realm, right?"
"Yes." Ji Yinlan nodded and said, "However, the secret realms left by the strong in ancient times are intended to be left to the younger generation to find opportunities.
They usually set a realm limit to prevent older generations from entering and cutting off the opportunities for the younger generation."
"But you can't be careless.
Although there is a realm limit, the realm limit is definitely not the Qi Condensation Realm.
I am afraid that the lowest is the peak of the tenth transformation of the cave heaven, or the half-step Star Realm.
Moreover, the warriors who go to the Nanshan Secret Realm are not only from the Great Zhou Territory.
Many sects and forces in the entire Southern Region will send people there."
"Among those people, there may be core disciples of various sects, or even true disciples, whose realms are much higher than yours.
There may even be older generation powerhouses who do not hesitate to suppress their realms and risk entering."
"Understood."
Jun Wuxie nodded.
It seemed that the trip to the Nanshan Secret Realm would be very dangerous.
But no matter how dangerous it was, he had to go.
The Phoenix Divine Gold might be inside, and he might be able to find extremely high-grade spiritual medicines in the secret realm, which could possibly extend Yue Yao's life!
"In five days, come to the Princess Manor to attend my birthday banquet." Ji Yinlan put on her shoes and socks, stood up, patted her dress, and took out a golden invitation card and handed it over.
"Your birthday is in five days?" Jun Wuxie was stunned, took the invitation, kept it close to his body, and smiled, "I will definitely come!"
"Actually, I don't like these things, but my father insists on holding it for me.
I can't go against his wishes."
They walked back along the beach, passed through the maple forest, and returned to the mountain path.
Ji Yinlan suddenly turned around, her star-like bright eyes quietly looking at him, and said, "You must work hard to cultivate.
I hope that one day, we can walk side by side, or even walk ahead of me."
"I will."
Jun Wuxie's voice was not very powerful, but it was very firm and confident.
"I will be waiting for you ahead.
Don't disappoint me."
After Ji Yinlan finished speaking, she turned and left.
Jun Wuxie watched her gradually receding back, and a smile gradually appeared on the corner of his mouth.
He turned around and was about to return to the sect when he saw an old woman with flower-like hair on the road.
The appearance of this old woman was silent, shocking him.
He carefully sensed it, but could not detect any fluctuations of true energy on her body.
Obviously, this person could not be an ordinary person.
Then, there was only one reason to explain it.
That was, this old woman's realm was too much higher than his, unfathomable!
"Young man, you are very good.
Walk your own path well.
Don't be blinded by the scenery in front of you, or let it confuse your heart."
"Senior, who are you?" Jun Wuxie was somewhat at a loss, and said, "I really don't understand what Senior is saying."
"Since that's the case, I'll be frank," the old woman glanced in the direction Ji Yinlan left, and said lightly, "I don't want you to have unrealistic fantasies in your heart.
There are some people you can't possibly reach.
You can only look up to her future achievements, forever unable to achieve them."
The corner of Jun Wuxie's eye twitched slightly, and he said, "Are you talking about Ji Yinlan?"
"It's good that you understand."
The old woman nodded.
"What do I understand?"
Jun Wuxie's stubbornness came up.
If this old woman hadn't said these words, he really wouldn't have had any thoughts, and would have only treated Ji Yinlan as a friend, but her aloof attitude and disdainful words made him very disgusted, arousing his competitive spirit.
He sneered and said, "Who I associate with is my freedom and hers.
Why should you interfere in our affairs?"
Hearing this, the old woman's face sank slightly, and she said, "You really don't know what's good for you!
I'm talking to you nicely, but you don't listen.
You'll probably get into trouble in the future!
There is a galaxy-like gap between you and her.
How can you imagine her future height?
If you are not on the same level, but you insist on squeezing in, you are destined to be bruised and battered!"
"Then I must thank you!" Jun Wuxie looked directly into the old woman's sharp gaze and said, "I don't care what achievements she will have in the future.
If she is willing to be close to me, you can only stare blankly."
"Hmph! You are too confident, and you don't know the immensity of heaven and earth!"
The old woman snorted coldly and flicked her sleeves away.
The space around her body twisted for a while, and she disappeared into thin air.
Jun Wuxie's expression was solemn.
Ji Yinlan's background was not just the royal family, this he had heard before.
Now it seemed that her background was quite terrifying.
The fact that there was such a terrifying old woman by her side was evident!
He slowly clenched his fists.
He was just befriending Ji Yinlan and had no improper thoughts in his heart, but he was warned and humiliated for no reason!
Strength, still have to rely on strength to speak!
