Chapter 1822 - 1920: The Method of Return
Chapter 1822: Chapter 1920: The Method of Return
On the mountain dozens of miles outside Emperor Bai City, Fang Lin appeared here, gazing at the magnificent city within sight, his feelings were complex, hesitating for a long time, but in the end, he still did not enter the place he had yearned for deeply.
This was where Fang Lin’s parents lived, and it was also the place where Fang Lin stayed from childhood to adolescence in his past life, having deep memories of this place.
But now, regarding this place, Fang Lin was unwilling to have too much contact with it, hoping that Emperor Bai City would still remain as it was in his memory.
After a long time, Fang Lin turned to leave, his figure disappearing from the spot on the mountain where he had been standing, and just after Fang Lin left, a figure in a green robe appeared at the place where Fang Lin had been, as if it saw the young figure earlier gazing at Emperor Bai City.
The green-robed figure did not appear for long and soon returned to Emperor Bai City, as though nothing ever happened.
Fang Lin’s departure from the Pill Saint Palace was known only to the Old Palace Master; even Qi Liansheng was not informed. It wasn’t until Qi Liansheng entered the Sinking Abyss again that he realized Fang Lin had already left.
Fang Lin left Pill Saint Palace seeking an opportunity for breakthrough, wanting to see more of the era he remembered.
Although Fang Lin no longer belonged to this era, this era held all the memories of Fang Lin’s past life, with feelings that couldn’t be easily abandoned.
Fang Lin knew that he would return to the future soon, and all this would become his memory, unable to be seen with his own eyes again, so he wanted to take a good look to avoid any regrets.
Although this era was filled with powerful individuals, with Fang Lin’s current cultivation and strength, it would be an exaggeration to say he dominated the world, but as long as he avoided trouble, he could easily protect himself.
Heading eastward all the way, Fang Lin returned directly to his starting point, Ghost Return Island in the Seventy-Two Seas.
Starting from Ghost Return Island, Fang Lin investigated a group of Poison Pill Masters hiding in the Seventy-Two Seas and their whereabouts.
Regarding this group, Fang Lin did not personally take action, but instead discreetly passed the information to the Pill Saint Palace, letting them handle it.
After doing this, Fang Lin changed his identity, becoming a completely unfamiliar person, wandering through the Seventy-Two Seas, experiencing various things, seeking an opportunity for breakthrough.
Unconsciously, Fang Lin spent three years outside; although his cultivation hadn’t broken through, there were already signs of imminent breakthrough.
During those three years, Fang Lin changed his identity several times to avoid drawing too much attention since he was merely a passerby in this era, and his actions should not affect the original historical trajectory.
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"Have you heard? The Master of Divine Saber Pavilion was defeated by a young man named Hou Yi."
In a place filled with a mixed crowd, Fang Lin heard people nearby discussing Hou Yi, and he couldn’t help but pay attention.
"How could such a big event go unheard? That Hou Yi allegedly defeated the Master of Divine Saber Pavilion Wei Yangtian with a few punches and kicks, causing him to vomit blood."
"Really impressive, who would have thought that after Wei Yangtian defeated Hou Yi multiple times, he would eventually fall into this kid’s hands."
"Wei Yangtian really didn’t take the chance to kill Hou Yi during those defeats, instead allowing this kid to grow strong; it’s such a pity."
"You know nothing, Wei Yangtian had long wanted to kill Hou Yi, but every time Hou Yi managed to escape death, coming back stronger after each defeat; it’s no wonder Wei Yangtian lost."
"To think this wild kid has grown to such a level, able to defeat Wei Yangtian, he might soon stand among the top-tier experts of the world."
"Not quite there yet, but not far off. Although Wei Yangtian is famous, he’s just a top-tier expert among the second-tier ones, not a true first-tier."
"Heard that after defeating Wei Yangtian, Hou Yi went looking for trouble with Heavenly Dragon Sect."
"Hiss! This kid is really audacious; just after defeating Wei Yangtian, he stirred up trouble with Heavenly Dragon Sect? He truly has no fear."
"Heavenly Dragon Sect is far stronger than Divine Saber Pavilion, a true first-tier sect. How could Hou Yi dare to be so bold?"
"Heh, this kid is likely to hit a wall, truly thinking he’s invincible after defeating Wei Yangtian."
"Sooner or later, we’ll hear news of Hou Yi dying at the hands of Heavenly Dragon Sect’s strongmen."
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Those people chatted unreservedly, treating the matter more as a joke, hence Fang Lin listened intently from the side.
Fang Lin couldn’t help but chuckle quietly; they may treat Hou Yi’s deeds as jokes and anecdotes now, but when Hou Yi achieves Martial Lord status, these people will likely regret their words.
Not lingering in place, Fang Lin quickly left, finding himself unknowingly in a desolate land.
This was the place where Xuanyuan Ya finally vanished.
Fang Lin didn’t know why he ended up here unprompted, but as he stood at the place where Xuanyuan Ya once stood, he felt as if something touched his heart, everything around becoming somewhat surreal.
"Young friend, you have finally arrived." A hazy voice echoed in Fang Lin’s ear, with warmth and a hint of happiness.
Fang Lin looked around but saw no one.
"Xuanyuan Elder?" Fang Lin tentatively called out.
"No need to doubt, young friend. I am no longer of this world; only a lingering thought remains here to talk with you upon your arrival." Xuanyuan Ya’s voice sounded.
Fang Lin heard this, feeling some sentiments. He thought of the true meaning of the Human Clan’s first Martial Lord dying here, silently without grandeur, strikingly ordinary.
"I wonder what you wish to convey to me, Elders," Fang Lin asked, believing Xuanyuan Ya left this final thought to share something significant.
"You are from the future, meant to return there. Time is ruthless, without someone to lead you; you cannot go back. As for the one who leads, it has long been destined. Do not worry too much; act correctly at the right time, and, if all goes as I predict, you will successfully return, achieving great things." Xuanyuan Ya spoke.
Fang Lin didn’t expect Xuanyuan Ya to say these words and asked in confusion, "Could you tell me who will lead me back to the future?"
"One from the future will be led by another from the future."
ps: This is the fourth update, the previous Chapter was the third update, got a bit confused, will continue tomorrow, let’s eat.