Joining the Joyful Union Sect, My Life in the Grip of My Senior Sister

Chapter 478: The Legendary Fiancée?

Luo Xue’s expression changed dramatically as she transformed into a streak of light, attempting to fly out of the vast sea of clouds.

However, no matter how hard she tried, she couldn’t escape from the endless expanse of clouds. From below, sharp sword energies continuously shot toward her.

“Master, let me out! I’m serious!”

“Master, I deeply realize my mistakes. Please return the Twin Fish Pendant to me!”

…

No matter how much she shouted, there was no response. Only an endless barrage of sword energies flew toward her.

Half an hour later, Luo Xue sat helplessly on the isolated peak, gazing into the distance and muttering to herself.

“But this feeling didn’t seem fake at all. Lin Fengmian didn’t seem fake either!”

“How could something that felt so real be an illusion?”

“This is bad. Not only did I fail to convince Master, but I also lost the Twin Fish Pendant. Now I can’t contact Lin Fengmian.”

Inside the Minghua Hall.

The Qionghua Supreme held the Zhen Yuan Sword and the Twin Fish Pendant in her hands, her expression complex and inscrutable.

“Connecting to a timeline a thousand years in the future, swapping bodies, and Qionghua’s destruction within two hundred years?”

Her expression was grave, clearly having taken Luo Xue’s words to heart, though she pretended not to believe them.

She held the Twin Fish Pendant and smiled mysteriously.

“So the secret of Zhen Yuan is in this Twin Fish Pendant. I thought it was Zhen Yuan that tore through time and space”.

The Qionghua Supreme gently ran her fingers over the blade of Zhen Yan, which then transformed into a pitch-black form.

She carefully sensed its aura and whispered, “Yu Fengchen, is that you? If you’ve returned, why didn’t you come to see me?”

Zhen Yuan remained motionless in her hand. She smiled faintly and said, “Whether it’s you or not, I only hope you’re a friend and not an enemy.”

Outside a mansion in Haining City.

Lin Fengmian slept until the sun was high in the sky, then got up and continued his “activities” until the sun was high again.

Shangguan Qiong, who had just fallen asleep, was startled awake and felt somewhat disoriented.

After regaining her senses, she felt utterly drained both physically and mentally.

Is this what they mean by “the plan for the day lies in the morning”?

Rising with the sun to work?

But she hadn’t seen him rest at sunset either. Day and night, it was endless.

After what felt like an eternity, the battle finally came to an end as Lin Fengmian expended his energy, and peace returned.

Shangguan Qiong, having repeatedly had her spiritual energy forcibly drained by Lin Fengmian, felt completely hollowed out.

“Lin Fengmian, enough! If you push me any further, I’ll…”

Lin Fengmian helplessly replied, “Wasn’t it you who asked me to push further? Who was it that kept saying ‘deeper’ and ‘faster’ just now?”

Shangguan Qiong nearly spat out blood in frustration and snapped, “Do you believe I’ll bite you to death?”

“You’re finally ready to bite? I can finally experience the sect leader’s… skills,” Lin Fengmian said, his eyes lighting up.

Shangguan Qiong realized that she might have to step down as the leader of the Joyful Union Sect. This man was more suited for the role than she.

Having nearly been “reached to the stomach,” Shangguan Qiong was furious.

Did this guy really think that she was a soft persimmon, easy to manipulate?

Even a rabbit will bite when cornered!

“You idiot, I’ll kill you!”

Shangguan Qiong, overcome with anger and embarrassment, scrambled up to teach Lin Fengmian a lesson.

Fortunately, Elder Ming’s voice came from outside at that moment, saving Lin Fengmian from further trouble.

“Your Highness, the person you’ve been waiting for has arrived.”

Lin Fengmian quickly grabbed the unruly “White Rabbit” and pushed Shangguan Qiong back down, signaling that someone was outside.

“Your Highness?” Elder Ming’s voice came again.

Shangguan Qiong’s face turned ashen, her entire demeanor dimming. She could only reluctantly withdraw her hand and deactivate the soundproof barrier.

Alright, it seemed that she really was at his mercy!

While Lin Fengmian was busy calming down the “white rabbit” who was on the verge of biting him, he called out, “Got it! Tell him to wait a moment!”

“Of all times, he had to show up now. I’m in the middle of something important. How annoying.”

Shangguan Qiong, desperate to escape Lin Fengmian’s clutches, glared at him fiercely, though her voice came out soft and sweet.

“Your Highness, Yuqiong is waiting for you in the room. You should go take care of your business.”

Seeing her murderous expression, Lin Fengmian quickly scrambled out of bed.

“Don’t worry, my beauty. Rest in the room. I’ll be back soon.”

He dressed hastily and rushed out, fearing that if he delayed any longer, the furious Shangguan Qiong might actually kill him.

Once outside, Lin Fengmian straightened his clothes. Elder Ming and You Yao were waiting for him.

“Your Highness, the visitor is waiting for you in the side hall.”

Lin Fengmian acknowledged with a nod and made his way to the side hall, accompanied by You Yao. There, he saw a man wearing a hooded cloak.

The man hadn’t even touched the tea prepared for him and seemed restless, shifting uncomfortably in his seat.

When Lin Fengmian entered, the man quickly stood up, removed his hood, and bowed respectfully.

“Chen Linshi salutes Your Highness, Wuxie.”

When he saw You Yao, his eyes lit up and he nodded in acknowledgement, clearly recognizing her.

Lin Fengmian didn’t miss this detail. He slowly took his seat at the head of the table, picked up the prepared tea, and took a small sip.

“Patriarch Chen, what urgent matter brings you to seek me out?”

Chen Linsi’s expression was grim and he hesitated, glancing at Elder Ming.

Lin Fengmian said indifferently, “Elder Ming is one of us. Speak freely.”

Only then did Chen Linshi lower his voice and say, “Your Highness, Yan’er is in trouble!”

Lin Fengmian heaved a long sigh of relief. Thankfully, he had done his homework last night and was prepared for this.

This “Yan’er” was Chen Linshi’s daughter.

Chen Chaoyan, one of the geniuses of the Heavenly Grace King’s Palace.

However, Chen Chaoyan and Jun Wuxie didn’t get along. Their relationship was quite tense.

What did her troubles have to do with him?

Was the Chen family planning to marry Chen Chaoyan to Jun Wuxie?

Lin Fengmian was immediately excited. Wasn’t this the classic “fiancée who doesn’t care about me” trope he had always dreamed of?

Although he was thrilled inwardly, he maintained a calm exterior. “What happened? Explain in detail.”

Chen Linshi’s face was filled with grief. “Your Highness, Yan’er failed to break through to the Core Formation Realm and… died.”

Lin Fengmian was stunned, experiencing both extreme joy and sorrow in quick succession.

This wasn’t according to script! He hadn’t even met her yet, and she was already gone!

Could it get any more absurd?

You Yao, who clearly knew the inside story, was the first to question Chen Linshi.

“Patriarch Chen, how could this happen? With her talent, breaking through to the Core Formation Realm should have been a sure thing!”

Chen Linshi’s voice was heavy with grief. “Yan’er’s death at such a critical time must be the work of someone behind the scenes.”

“I’m still investigating who it could be, but with the selection imminent and my inability to contact the master, I fear I’ve failed in my duty.”

“I risked exposure to come to you, Your Highness. I beg your forgiveness.”

Lin Fengmian didn’t have time to mourn his marriage that had ended before it even began.

All that studying last night was for nothing – the test was beyond the scope of what he had prepared!

This Jun Wuxie’s script was flawed, absolutely flawed!

He spoke ambiguously, “What do you suggest, Patriarch Chen?”

Chen Linshi hesitated for a moment before saying, “Your Highness, Yan’er has always been aloof and reclusive, with few friends.”

“She always wore a veil, so few have seen her true face. In recent years, she rarely left her home, focusing solely on her breakthrough”.

“Your Highness, what if we found a woman with a similar physique and spiritual roots to impersonate Yan’er?”

“Then, with the master’s help, we could change the blood imprint in the Heavenly Execution Order. Would that be enough to deceive everyone?”