novelraw Chapter 67 – Shui Ling'er advises to enter
Chapter 67 – Shui Ling'er advises to enter
Lin Hao had been in seclusion for half a month, but his progress in the art of talismans was slow, and there were no new spells for him to study.
He wanted to go to the Sutra Pavilion to find a path to cultivate, but he had used up his free entry opportunities and needed contribution points.
However, he had never undertaken any sect missions, so he had no merit points.
Moreover, he couldn't cultivate through normal means, which left him frustrated, prompting him to go out for a walk.
Using a disguise spell, he transformed his face into a common one and suppressed his cultivation to the Qi Refining stage before leaving his cave dwelling.
Walking along the mountain path of Great Bamboo Peak, he could see many direct disciples flying on sword light, ethereal like celestial beings, a sight that stirred longing in his heart.
Furthermore, there were many new disciples walking in pairs on the mountain path, which only added to his irritation.
It had been nearly a month without any deep interaction with female cultivators, and besides the frustration in his cultivation, he was also physically restless.
Sigh!
Lin Hao let out a long sigh. Staying in was suffocating, but going out was frustrating.
Truly a dilemma.
However, a conversation among fellow disciples piqued his interest.
The sect had actually taken the lead, joining forces with major righteous sects to host a Demon Beast Hunting Competition, inviting elite disciples from all major sects to participate.
The Xuan Yin Sect even mandated that all disciples without special missions must participate.
It seemed that the incident with the Demon Lock Tower had caused the sect to lose face, and they wanted to redeem themselves!
At this thought, a graceful figure flashed in Lin Hao's mind.
The little fox, a naturally enchanting woman, whom he hadn't seen in a while, yet her every smile and frown was vividly imprinted in his mind.
And then there was Cui Qing'er, a woman who had greatly aided his cultivation.
She was a perfect helper, connecting the dots and contributing herself.
Unfortunately, she was from the Demon Clan.
The more he thought about it, the more agitated he became, so Lin Hao decided to return to his cave dwelling.
As for the Demon Beast Hunting Competition, he wasn't in the mood and didn't want to participate.
Lin Hao returned to his cave dwelling and was about to hang up the "Do Not Disturb" sign when he sensed someone visiting.
Shui Ling'er? He frowned slightly. Since their confrontation at the sect master's palace, they hadn't been in contact. What did the woman want this time?
He couldn't guess what she wanted, but he knew what he wanted.
He invited her in.
It had been half a month, and with the Demon Beast Hunting Competition approaching, Lin Hao still hadn't come to find her, so Shui Ling'er had to come to him.
"Ling'er, what brings you here?"
The woman gave him a wistful look and said playfully, "What, can't I come if there's nothing?"
Uh... this woman was a bit jealous!
Lin Hao rubbed his nose and said, "Of course not. I heard the sect is hosting the Demon Beast Hunting Competition. Shouldn't you be preparing for it?"
"I came to see you about that."
Lin Hao, being clever, immediately guessed her intention. She wanted to team up with him for the competition!
But he didn't want to participate, so he said, "I plan to go into seclusion for a while and won't be joining the competition."
Heh, seclusion, not participating? Shui Ling'er's beautiful eyes were filled with grievance.
"Why not participate in such a grand event?"
"I told you, seclusion."
"No, that's not the real reason," Shui Ling'er said.
Under Lin Hao's surprised gaze, Shui Ling'er continued, "It's because you like demon women, so you can't bear to kill the Demon Clan."
Lin Hao remained silent, unwilling to argue.
"Lin Hao, even if you can't bear to harm the Demon Clan, the sect has rules. Direct and inner disciples within the sect must participate in this competition."
"As long as I don't want to participate, I can make it clear to my master, and she will naturally find a way for me not to go."
Shui Ling'er sighed slightly. His master was the peak master, holding significant influence within the sect and known for being protective.
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If she were willing to vouch for Lin Hao, he could indeed avoid participating in the competition.
"Lin Hao, you should actually participate in this competition. It could clear any suspicions of your ties with the Demon Clan."
Lin Hao smiled indifferently.
Seeing Lin Hao still unwilling to team up, Shui Ling'er guessed some reasons.
She thought this stubborn man might be disheartened after being repeatedly betrayed by his women and becoming a target for the Xuan Yin Sect disciples.
She believed she understood the man well enough to know he was someone who would seek revenge for the smallest grievance and wouldn't tolerate being insulted or slandered.
To prevent him from continuing down a path of negativity, she made a decision in her heart.
"Lin Hao, as cultivators, we pursue living as we please. You can't keep your frustrations bottled up, nor can you avoid them passively."
"Those who speak ill of you behind your back, you don't have to make them respect you, but you can make them fear you. As long as your strength is high enough, you can make them shut up forever."
Lin Hao looked at Shui Ling'er in surprise, not expecting her to be so eloquent.
However, he felt she made a lot of sense.
Shui Ling'er felt uneasy under his gaze and unconsciously lowered her voice.
"Why are you staring at me?"
"Watching my woman speak reason."
You little rascal, always teasing me! Shui Ling'er rolled her eyes and continued.
"Those demon women betrayed you, but you shouldn't respond with negativity. You should rise above it.
After all, it's not just them by your side, there's also... me."
Lin Hao was initially stunned, then excitedly asked, "You've agreed to be my Dao Companion?"
Shui Ling'er nodded, somewhat shyly, and said, "I suppose... I suppose so."
"But the premise is, you have to pull yourself together. The Lin Hao I like is full of spirit!"