Dashing Student

Upon hearing Liu Rushuang's resolute words, everyone present gasped in shock.

The air seemed to freeze at that moment, and even the wind was silent.

The outer disciples' faces turned pale with fear, and several couldn't help but retreat a few steps.

On Master Xuanming's gaunt face, it was hard to discern his emotions, but a chilling glint flashed in his murky old eyes.

His wide sleeves moved without wind, and within a radius of three zhang around him, a thin layer of frost silently formed on the ground.

"Rushuang." Master Xuanming's voice was like ice from the Nine Netherworlds, each word causing a shiver in everyone's hearts: "As the Vice Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall, do you not know that defying order is a serious crime?"

Liu Rushuang straightened her slender waist, her sky-blue gown rustling under the pressure.

Her graceful neck slightly raised, revealing a beautiful jawline.

Her cool gaze directly met Master Xuanming's eyes, showing no sign of retreat.

"As the Vice Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall, I remember every sect rule, and I am aware that defying order is a serious crime." Her voice was crisp like jade chimes, especially clear in the silent plaza: "But as the Vice Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall, I must set an example to uphold the dignity of the Yuantian Sect!"

"If even the law enforcers fear authority and dare not speak for the innocent, then what face does the Yuantian Sect have to claim the title of a reputable sect?"

These words were powerful, causing many disciples to look at her with admiration.

Liu Rushuang knew that Chen Nan was innocent, just as she understood that Master Xuanming and Junior Master Zhao were distorting the truth.

Although Chen Nan had not formally become a disciple of the Yuantian Sect, she had to stand up.

After all, if not for Chen Nan, her niece would have definitely been ruined by that scoundrel Zhao Kai!

However.

She really couldn't understand why Master Xuanming, the Great Elder of the Yuantian Sect, would go to such lengths to falsely accuse a junior?

Just as the atmosphere became tense, a subtle, delicate fragrance suddenly filled the air.

Everyone's vision blurred, and a graceful figure gracefully descended into the arena.

"Why so angry, Great Elder?"

Her voice was soft yet carried indisputable authority.

The newcomer wore a moon-white wide-sleeved ethereal gown, with a silvery girdle accentuating her slender waist beautifully.

Her hair was styled high with a single jade phoenix hairpin, enhancing her exquisite and noble appearance.

"Greetings to the Third Elder!"

Disciples present respectfully saluted, their eyes filled with awe.

This was Su Qingyue, the Third Elder of the Yuantian Sect, Liu Rushuang's mentor, and a renowned beauty within the sect.

Su Qingyue walked softly, the tips of the embroidered shoes under her skirt faintly revealing themselves and adorned with pearls, casting gentle glows with each step.

She first gave Liu Rushuang a meaningful glance, then turned to Master Xuanming, her lips parting slightly: "Brother Xuanming, my disciple is young and impulsive; if there's any offense, I ask for your understanding."

As she spoke, her eyes sparkled with charm and dignity, exuding an effortless grace even while apologizing.

Master Xuanming snorted, his withered hand tightening slightly within his sleeves.

Facing the well-connected Third Elder of the sect, he dared not be too presumptuous.

Su Qingyue then looked at Chen Nan, an unusual glint in her beautiful eyes.

She lightly raised her jade hand, the jade bracelet on her wrist jingling: "This young man impersonated with Junior Master Zhao's identity token. Though it's not a capital offense, it warrants a significant lesson..."

She paused, her red lips forming a meaningful curve: "How about... we revoke his qualification to enter the Yuantian Sect?"

These words seemed like a punishment for Chen Nan, but it actually offered him a path to survival.

Everyone perceptive understood that this was the best possible outcome at this moment.

Liu Rushuang relaxed slightly upon hearing this, but immediately looked at Chen Nan with concern.

She knew that with Chen Nan's talent, if he missed this opportunity...

Chen Nan instinctively clenched his fists, having hoped he could successfully join the Yuantian Sect, but had never dreamt of such a disruption!

Despite feeling disgruntled, he knew that leaving the Yuantian Sect at this time was the best result.

Because once he became a disciple of the Yuantian Sect, he wouldn't know how he might end up dying.

Master Xuanming's eyes flashed cold, about to speak, when Su Qingyue laughed lightly: "Of course, if Brother Xuanming feels the punishment is too light, why don't we ask the Sect Leader to make a decision?"

These words caused Master Xuanming's face to change slightly.

He deeply glanced at Su Qingyue, finally snorted: "Since Third Sister has spoken, let it be so!"

Saying this, he swept his wide sleeves, taking the pale Zhao Kai and turning to leave.

Yet in the moment he turned, no one noticed the trace of malicious intent in his eyes!

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"Chen Nan, come with me!" Liu Rushuang said lightly, then turned to walk toward a distant area.

Chen Nan looked towards Lin Qingzhu with a complex expression, forcing a smile: "Miss Lin, take care!"

Lin Qingzhu watched Chen Nan with tearful eyes, having thought they could join the Yuantian Sect together, but who knew fate would toy with them like this?

Though reluctant to part with Chen Nan, she also realized that leaving the Yuantian Sect now was the best result for him.

Otherwise, facing an Elder who wished him dead, he would undoubtedly face endless danger.

Afterward, Chen Nan followed Liu Rushuang and her mentor Su Qingyue to a secluded courtyard, where Chen Nan bowed to Su Qingyue: "Thank you, Third Elder, for saving my life, I, Chen Nan, will remember your kindness!"

Su Qingyue stood quietly under the night sky, gazing at the star-filled heavens, murmuring: "The Sect Leader is in seclusion, and currently all major affairs of the sect are handled by the Great Elder. His emotions are volatile; his actions are personal and cannot represent the entire Yuantian Sect!"

She knew Chen Nan was exceptionally gifted and would one day become a superpower famed across the Nine Provinces. When that day came, he would certainly seek revenge against the Yuantian Sect for the humiliation endured today.

It was precisely for this reason that she referred to Master Xuanming's actions as personal.

Chen Nan understood Su Qingyue's concerns, managing to smile: "Though of shallow cultivation, the junior understands the principle of personal vendettas."

Su Qingyue nodded reassuringly, then produced a yellow talisman, handing it to Chen Nan: "This item is called an Instant Teleportation Talisman; once activated, it can immediately teleport you a hundred miles away."

"Take this Instant Teleportation Talisman down the mountain!"

She was aware that the Great Elder would certainly not let this go, hence why she gave Chen Nan the Instant Teleportation Talisman.

After all, as long as he left the Yuantian Sect's hundred-mile range, unless a Nascent Soul Stage expert acted personally, even a Golden Core Stage expert using sword flight couldn't track Chen Nan's location!

Chen Nan respectfully accepted the Instant Teleportation Talisman: "Thank you, Third Elder, for your kindness. If ever needed, I'd go through fire and water without hesitation!"

Saying this, he infused it with True Qi.

As the talisman ignited, countless starlights converged from all directions, forming a dazzling starry vortex around Chen Nan.

His figure gradually became translucent, finally transforming into a streak of light cutting through the night sky, like a backward shooting star...