Dashing Student

Tu Susu was secretly shocked in her heart; when did such an eccentric cultivator appear on the Nine Provinces Continent?

As the Demon Sect Saintess, not only did she possess astounding talent and beauty, but she also had a very clear mind, linking together many things in an instant.

Her expression changed immediately, reverting to her previous pitiful demeanor. Even though she was lying on the ground, she did not appear the least bit disheveled; instead, she invoked a sense of pity.

"Young master, must you be so ruthless?"

Chen Nan snorted coldly, "Witch, if you don't leave now, don't blame me for being ruthless with my sword!"

Although he harbored no hatred towards the witch, Chen Nan did not want to be continually entangled by Tu Susu, thus he issued a warning.

The Wind Roar Sword quietly fell into his left hand, presenting an unmistakable posture of brutality.

"Truly a heartless man!"

Tu Susu abandoned her disguise, stood up directly, and gave Chen Nan a deep look.

Unfortunately, Chen Nan was wearing a bamboo hat with his face covered, leaving only those bright eyes to remember.

"Let's go!"

She returned to her bamboo palanquin, glared at Chen Nan resentfully, and was then carried away.

Seeing Tu Susu completely disappear from sight, Chen Nan finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"The witch finally left, why did she even come here?"

Tu Susu was not only the second on the Beauty List but also renowned on the Hidden Dragon List, ranking ninth, even higher than Chen Nan.

"What are you looking at? She's not a good woman!"

Song Ya, who had somehow appeared behind Chen Nan, remarked with a pained expression.

Seeing her expression, Chen Nan couldn't help but feel like laughing.

"I know, it's just puzzling why a Demon Sect Saintess would come to inquire about the Demon Clan."

"Who cares, she's not your match anyway." Song Ya replied carelessly.

"Alas." Chen Nan sighed, it was precisely because of Song Ya's attitude that he didn't feel at ease letting her be alone.

"Let's hope your kin can arrive soon."

...

A month passed in a flash, many sought to obtain news about the Demon Clan from Chen Nan, but they were all refused.

No one knew who he was waiting for.

Someone even attempted to force him to reveal the whereabouts of the Demon Clan, but they were all dealt with by Chen Nan.

Even cultivators at the Peak of Foundation Establishment were shown no mercy by Chen Nan.

Moreover, during this month, Chen Nan was far from idle, choosing several magic techniques from Shariputra's inheritance to cultivate.

Fortunately, with the help of Shariputra, he could easily sense Buddhist Law, rapidly progressing in Buddhist Techniques.

Those cultivators who came to explore information about the Demon Clan became Chen Nan's sparring partners.

Not a few were flatly repelled by Chen Nan, and after returning to the city, they exaggerated the story, deterring many from their intentions.

Some even began to compare the tenth on the Hidden Dragon List, Chen Nan, to the mysterious cultivator in the valley, debating who was stronger.

Little did they know, the two they debated over were actually one and the same: Chen Nan!

Fortunately, the Golden Core Stage cultivators were still observing, seemingly trying to figure out Chen Nan's background to avoid provoking a formidable enemy.

At this moment, at the entrance of the valley, Chen Nan looked regretfully at Song Ya.

"It seems this method isn't working, it's been a month, yet there's no news from your kin, apparently the information you obtained was inaccurate."

"It could also be your kin are too cautious, unwilling to show themselves."

"I know, it's evident from the way those people treat our Demon Clan." Song Ya grinned, but Chen Nan could see the loneliness in her smile.

During this month, many cultivators had come to the valley, some even specifically seeking to spar with Chen Nan.

And their attitude towards the Demon Clan was wholly antagonistic, stirring sadness in Song Ya.

"Don't worry, I'll definitely help you find your kin."

Chen Nan patted her little head, after all, having received Li Nushuang's Mo Ying Flame, it was only right to properly arrange for Song Ya.

"Mm!" Song Ya nodded, "Before we find my kin, I'll follow you, right?"

"I just hope I never find them," she whispered while stroking the little cat in her arms.

In the short time spent with Chen Nan, she'd already considered him family.

"Come, let's return to the city."

The opening of the Ancient Realm Secret Realm was less than a month away, and he didn't want to miss it.

As the two left the valley, just reaching the small path outside, a figure suddenly jumped out to block their way.

It was a man wearing a hood, dressed in a way that suggested he wished to remain unseen.

Chen Nan instinctively shielded Song Ya behind him, his gaze icy as he looked over.

"Move aside, there is no news of the Demon Clan."

The man lifted his head, revealing a somewhat pale face, yet his gaze bypassed Chen Nan and fell onto Song Ya.

One could even see the excitement in his eyes.

"Our king wishes to see you."

"King?" Chen Nan frowned deeply, sounding like something a bandit king would say, turning his gaze even more fearsome.

The Wind Roar Sword suddenly appeared in his hand, tiny whirlwinds howling along the blade, its tip pointed directly at the one blocking the road.

"Get out of the way, or I won't be polite!"

His entire attention was focused ahead, completely missing the odd expression on Song Ya's face behind him.

"Jue Mingzi, let's hurry up and go, don't waste time here." she urged.

Even now, she was unwilling to call Chen Nan by his original name, as she felt Jue Mingzi was her unique name for Chen Nan.

Plus, too many people already knew Chen Nan's name, which made her feel like Chen Nan was no longer hers.

She had never told Chen Nan about these little thoughts.

"Mm."

Chen Nan nodded, protecting Song Ya as they slowly bypassed the roadblock, never lowering his sword.

However, seeing them about to leave, the person seemed anxious.

"Can't you recognize your kin?!"

This was clearly aimed at Song Ya, causing Chen Nan to raise an eyebrow, turning to look at Song Ya.

Seeing Song Ya with a guilty expression, he seemed to understand something.

The man in front of them removed his hood, revealing two fluffy triangular ears atop his head, identical to Song Ya's.

"Are you also from the Blood Moon Cat Demon clan?" Chen Nan was surprised and quickly asked.

"Indeed." The man nodded, putting his hood back on, apparently fearing others would discover him, "We came here searching, having heard of kin appearing."

"Yet we had no way to trust you, so we kept observing until I saw her!"

He pointed at Song Ya, as the Demon Clan had its own methods for recognizing kin.

"I see, no wonder you never appeared." Chen Nan nodded in realization, lamenting that it was no wonder the Demon Clan had 'disappeared.'

In truth, they hadn't disappeared but hidden among humans!