Hungover, I crossed over to the psychic realm

At the summit of the spiritual peak enveloped in curling clouds and mists, the residence of Lin Yu and Su Yao was like a fairyland forgotten by the mortal world, tranquil and beautiful. The warm sunlight filtered through the gaps in the branches and leaves, sketching patches of fragmented light and shadow on the ground, which were just like scattered gold foil. The gentle breeze blew softly, and the spiritual flowers in the courtyard danced lightly in the wind. The rich and fragrant aroma wafted in the air, making people feel relaxed and happy.

Lin Yu and Su Yao sat opposite each other on either side of the stone table. A set of lustrous spiritual jade tea sets was placed on the table. Each teacup was exquisitely carved. The spiritual tea in the cups gave off wisps of curling steam, emitting an alluring fragrance. The two of them leisurely sipped the tea, chatting in low voices from time to time and smiling at each other. The warm and cozy atmosphere permeated every corner of the courtyard. They indulged in this hard-won peaceful daily life, as if time also cherished this beauty and deliberately slowed down its pace.

However, this tranquility was completely shattered in an instant without any warning. A black shadow suddenly appeared in front of the door of the residence. The way it appeared was extremely strange, as if it had seeped directly out of the thick darkness, without making a sound or causing the slightest ripple in the surrounding air. This person was tightly wrapped in a thick black robe, and even the corners of the robe seemed to be fixed by an invisible force without the slightest flutter. An indescribable mysterious aura emanated from his whole body, and this aura was like a bottomless abyss, making it impossible to fathom. His face was completely hidden in the shadow of the black robe, and not a single bit of it could be seen. But that unique aura was like an invisible hand that instantly touched the sensitive nerve deep in Lin Yu's heart, and an inexplicable sense of familiarity welled up like a tide.

Lin Yu's body tensed up instantly, his muscles contracted subconsciously, and he was like a cheetah that had acutely sensed the danger, entering a state of high alert. In the blink of an eye, his right hand grasped the Taichu Divine Sword beside him. This divine sword had a slender blade and emitted a faint golden light all over. At this moment, it trembled slightly in Lin Yu's grip and let out a low and powerful humming sound, as if responding to the master's vigilance or demonstrating against the unknown threat in front of him. Lin Yu's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, and his eyes were fixed on the man in the black robe, not missing any slight movement or change in expression of the other party. Every nerve of his was stretched tightly, like a string that might break at any moment. An invisible tense atmosphere seemed to pervade the air, making it difficult to breathe. "Who are you? Why are you here?" Lin Yu asked in a deep voice, his voice low and powerful, echoing in the air like the tolling of a great bell, with an inherent majesty and an unassailable powerful aura.

The man in the black robe did not answer immediately. His body moved slightly, and he slowly raised his head. The gaze hidden in the darkness was like two substantial rays of light that directly pierced through the air and precisely met Lin Yu's gaze. For a moment, the whole world seemed to have been pressed the mute button and fell into an extreme silence. Only the gentle breeze blew through the leaves, making a rustling sound, which made the atmosphere at this moment even more tense and oppressive. After a long time, the man in the black robe slowly opened his mouth, his voice hoarse and low, but with a trace of a familiar rhythm, as if it had traveled through the long river of time, carrying countless stories and vicissitudes: "Lin Yu, we haven't 

seen each other for many years. Do you still remember me?"

Lin Yu's heart trembled violently. This voice was like a sudden electric current that instantly hit a certain key node in his memory. He stared fixedly at the man in the black robe, his eyes wide open, trying to piece together the other party's true identity bit by bit from the blurred outline, the unique voice, and the familiar aura. Countless images began to flash rapidly in his mind. Those days on Earth, the times when he laughed, struggled, and spent time with his friends, all emerged in his mind like a fleeting scene. Suddenly, a blurred figure gradually became clear in his mind. An indescribable excitement welled up in his heart, and at the same time, there was a bit of uncertainty and doubt. With a tentative tone, he asked cautiously: "Are you... the friend who drank with me in the bar back then?"

The man in the black robe smiled softly. That laughter was filled with complex emotions that were difficult to put into words, including the bitterness and helplessness after experiencing numerous hardships and vicissitudes, as well as the comfort and joy of reuniting with an old friend. Then, he slowly stretched out his hand, his movement a bit slow, as if this simple action of raising his hand carried countless memories and emotions. His hand gradually approached the hat of the black robe, and finally, he gently took it off, revealing a face that had been weathered by time. Time had engraved deep marks on this face. The former youthful frivolity and high spirits had been replaced by maturity, stability, and resoluteness. But the familiar eyebrows, eyes, and contours were still as clear as ever, allowing Lin Yu to recognize him at a glance.

"That's right, it's me, Li Qiang. I didn't expect you to still remember me." There were complex lights flickering in Li Qiang's eyes. The joy of reunion was dancing in his eyes, and that light was like the most brilliant star in the night sky, as if he had found a long-lost and extremely precious treasure. And the sentimentality towards the past was like a deep undercurrent, slowly surging in the depths of his eyes, telling all kinds of experiences and mental journeys over the years. Those days on Earth, the times when they laughed together, chatted freely about their dreams, and strived hard for life, seemed like they were just yesterday, within reach, but because of the barrier of time and space, they seemed so distant and unreal.

Lin Yu stood there dumbfounded, his mind going blank for a moment, but his heart was surging like a stormy sea. He never expected that in this world of cultivation, full of wonders and unknowns and far away from Earth, he would be able to reunite with an old acquaintance from Earth. His heart was filled with doubts and surprise, and all kinds of emotions were intertwined, making him feel at a loss for a moment. After a while, he slowly came back to his senses, quickly put away the Taichu Divine Sword, and gently placed it back into the scabbard. He strode forward, his steps urgent and firm. When he reached in front of Li Qiang, he tightly grasped Li Qiang's hand. That hand was broad and warm, conveying their mutual excitement and joy. Lin Yu grasped it firmly, as if he was afraid that this was just an illusory dream, and if he let go slightly, the person in front of him would disappear and return to that distant memory.

"Li Qiang, how did you get here? What on earth is going on?" Lin Yu asked a series of questions in a row, his tone full of eagerness and anxiety. He was eager to know the reasons behind all this immediately and understand what kind of ups and downs Li Qiang had experienced over the years and how he had come to this strange world of cultivation from Earth.

Li Qiang took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently as he tried to calm down the excited emotions in his heart. A light of recollection flashed in his eyes, and he began to slowly tell his experiences. It turned out that not long after Lin Yu crossed over to the world of cultivation, Li Qiang, during a wild adventure, delved deep into a mysterious and ancient mountain range. This mountain range was shrouded in clouds and mists all year round, full of unknown dangers and mysterious auras. During the exploration process, Li Qiang encountered a sudden mysterious storm. The storm came without any warning, with howling winds, flying sand, and a dim world. In 

the center of the storm, a mysterious time-space crack appeared without warning. The crack was like a huge blood basin opened by a monstrous beast, emitting a powerful and terrifying suction force. Li Qiang didn't have time to react at all and was instantly sucked into it by that powerful suction force.

When he regained consciousness again, he found himself in this completely strange world of cultivation. Everything around him was completely different from that on Earth. The strange mountain and river landscapes, the powerful and mysterious cultivators, and the ferocious demon beasts all made Li Qiang, who had just arrived, feel extremely confused and frightened. He was alone and penniless. In this world where the strong preyed on the weak, survival became extremely difficult. He wandered around, endured hardship and exposure, and hovered on the brink of life and death countless times. He had been chased by powerful demon beasts and fled desperately in the dense mountain forest, leaving behind shocking scars on his body. He had also been injure by ill-intentioned cultivators, fallen into a desperate situation, and almost lost his life. But relying on his own wisdom and indomitable courage, he had broken free from the shadow of death time and time again. In the continuous tempering and life-and-death tests, he gradually mastered the skills and methods of cultivation, and his strength was constantly improving. Slowly, he established a firm foothold in this world.

By chance, Li Qiang heard about the deeds of a powerful cultivator named Lin Yu. This person was renowned in the world of cultivation, and his experiences and unique ways of doing things made Li Qiang feel a trace of familiarity in his heart. A strong intuition told him that this Lin Yu might be his former friend on Earth. So, he began to inquire about Lin Yu's news everywhere, not missing any slight clue. He spared no effort, crossed countless mountains and rivers, visited countless cultivation sects, towns, and villages, and after going through countless hardships, he finally confirmed that this powerful cultivator was his long-cherished friend Lin Yu. Therefore, he set off without delay and overcame numerous difficulties and dangers along the way, and finally found Lin Yu's residence.