In the Cool Breeze Inn, Mustang sat by the window, enjoying his wine.
"Three days from now, it will be Bai Qingsong's 50th birthday. It's said that this time around, Bai Qingsong has invited all the major characters of the Chu Country to attend the banquet." The guests at the other tables discussed. They had all come here in advance to watch the show.
"Yeah, I've also heard that a mother's status depends on her son's status. This Bai Qingsong must have basked in the glory of his daughter. However, his daughter is truly outstanding. She condensed an Astral Soul from the 3rd Heavenly Layer on her first attempt. In the future, if she were to open the 2nd and 3rd Astral Gates, she would at least condense three Astral Souls, and all of them would be from the 3rd Heavenly Layer or higher. In the Chu Country, she would definitely be considered a major character."
"Isn't that so, I've also heard that the Bai Clan is thinking of canceling the marriage. But how can that Qin Wentian from the Qin Clan be mentioned in the same breath as Autumn Snow? No matter who it is, they would definitely kick him out. It's said that that trash of a young master had wasted many Yuan Meteor Stones of the Qin Clan. I wonder why Qin Chuan dotes on him so much."
Many people silently shook their heads, unable to understand this matter. At this moment, everyone suddenly shut their mouths. On the stairs of the inn, a beautiful silhouette clad in a long green dress slowly walked up. Her beauty was dignified and dignified, it was obvious that she was the daughter of an aristocratic family.
"Autumn Snow, the genius of the Bai Clan." Someone murmured. Mustang glanced at Autumn Snow, and silently nodded his head. This little girl wasn't bad. Not only was her talent high, she was also beautiful. No wonder the Ye Clan would arrange a marriage alliance with her.
Mustang drank a cup of wine alone, before shifting his gaze to the direction of the Bai Clan. This Bai Clan was kicked out of the Royal Capital, and now they were rising up again. Evidently, Bai Qingsong knew how to make use of this opportunity. In a few days, things would definitely be lively.
"Huh?" At this moment, Mustang's countenance stiffened. Because of his unique Astral Soul, his perception towards Astral Energy was extremely strong. At this moment, he could sense a powerful surge of Astral Energy descending from the Heavens in a certain location of the Bai Clan.
As he thought of this, the look in Mustang's eyes abruptly changed, as though he could see through everything. Momentarily, even the orbits of the Astral Constellations could be seen in his eyes.
"Hu … …" Mustang's heart pounded. This surge of Astral Energy had a high possibility of originating from the 3rd Heavenly Layer. The Bai Clan actually had such a demon-level talent? However, why did the Bai Clan hide it and only pushed Autumn Snow out?
Mustang didn't understand, but he was thinking that he would have to make a trip tonight.
Qin Wentian didn't know of Mustang's existence. He was only focused on his cultivation frenziedly, tempering his body repeatedly to break through. Finally, after enduring an inhuman amount of pain, Qin Wentian's entire body emitted cracking sounds as his muscles and bones underwent a metamorphosis. A smile appeared on Qin Wentian's face, he knew that he had stepped into the 4th level of the Body Refinement Realm. The first three levels of the Body Refinement Realm tempered the muscles and bones, the second three levels tempered the muscles and bones, and the final three levels tempered the internal organs and meridians.
Finally, night fell once again. Qin Wentian stopped his cultivation and walked towards the front courtyard. Based on his current situation, he believed that if he were to inform Bai Qingsong now, he might be able to change his mind. However, Qin Wentian wouldn't allow himself to be so lowly and petty. It was already sufficient for him to see through a person. Now, he only wanted to know the attitude of Autumn Snow, whom he had helped to condense her Astral Soul during these three years.
"Three days later, during Bai Qingsong's birthday celebration, I must personally ask her." Qin Wentian silently thought as he walked towards the entrance of the courtyard. The two guards were still standing there, but of course, there were only two of them. Everyone knew that Qin Wentian's meridians were crippled, hence Bai Qingsong didn't pay too much attention to him. Sending two ordinary guards to guard a piece of trash was already a sign of their respect for him.
Seeing Qin Wentian walking over, one of the guards blocked his path as he coldly stated, "Scram."
"Even a dog can bite people." Qin Wentian's countenance was as cold as ice, causing the guard's countenance to stiffen. He grinned, revealing a cruel expression on his face. "Seems like Young Master Qin has been living a carefree life, and doesn't know what his current status is. Since this is the case, I shall make Young Master Qin sober up."
As he spoke, his fist punched out towards Qin Wentian's head, the wind generated by his fist was tyrannical.
Qin Wentian's perception was exceedingly sharp. Now that he had become a Stellar Martial Cultivator, the speed of his opponent's attack seemed to have slowed down in his eyes. Qin Wentian dodged to the side, before leaning forward, his knee ruthlessly slamming into his opponent's abdomen. In an instant, the guard felt as though his internal organs had been shattered, as he was flung through the air, directly fainting.
"Mhm?" The eyes of the other guard stiffened, as a cold glint of light flickered in them. This fellow wasn't even able to withstand a beating, to think that he would actually suffer such a sneak attack. Taking a step forward, he punched out with his fist, causing a gust of wind to billow out, accompanied by the faint sound of a tiger's roar. This was a foundational fist technique, the Ferocious Tiger Fist.
This time around, Qin Wentian didn't dodge. His fist similarly blasted out, akin to a ferocious iron hammer. Cracking sounds rang out, and the guard's arm was directly shattered. Before he could even scream, Qin Wentian's fist landed on his head. However, Qin Wentian managed to retract his strength in time, preventing his opponent's head from exploding. He only managed to injure him severely, causing him to faint.
After doing all this, Qin Wentian dragged their corpses into a room and shut the door. A moment later, Qin Wentian donned a guard's uniform and walked out of the courtyard, stepping into the darkness.
Qin Wentian was too familiar with the Bai Clan. Traversing through the small paths, he tried his best to avoid the patrolling guards. After half an hour, he arrived at the entrance of the Bai Clan. Lowering his head, he walked towards the entrance.
The sound of footsteps echoed in the air. At this moment, Qin Wentian was extremely nervous. If he were to be caught at this moment, Bai Qingsong wouldn't let him off so easily.
However, just as Qin Wentian was about to step out of the Bai Clan's main gate, he heard the sound of footsteps in front of him. Involuntarily, he lowered his head even further.
"What are you sneaking around for? Raise your head." A familiar cold voice drifted into Qin Wentian's ears, causing his heart to tremble. A strange smile appeared on his face, he didn't think that he would meet again at this time.
Seeing Qin Wentian raise his head, Autumn Snow's body involuntarily trembled as she took a small step back.
Silence. The two of them sank into silence. Qin Wentian looked at Autumn Snow, who was panicking at the start, before calming down. He seemed to have understood something, as the corners of his mouth curled up in a cold smile.
"I, have no choice." Autumn Snow opened her mouth. Qin Wentian only stared at her, not saying a word. He had never thought that the two of them would be in such a situation.
"You've spent so many years, and have an extraordinary understanding of condensing Astral Souls. However, what's the use of that? You can only help others condense Astral Souls, while you yourself can only deceive yourself."
Autumn Snow's jet-black hair danced in the wind, as though she was a fairy of the night. However, Qin Wentian wasn't in the mood to admire her beauty, as his heart turned cold.
"Is this the reason why the Bai Clan repaid kindness with enmity?"
Autumn Snow didn't reply, as she continued, "Ye WuQue, at the age of 13, condensed his first Astral Soul from the 2nd Heavenly Layer. At the age of 15, he stepped into the Arterial Circulation Realm and opened his 2nd Astral Gate, condensing his 2nd Astral Soul from the 3rd Heavenly Layer. Currently, Ye WuQue is 18 years old, with a cultivation base at the 8th level of Arterial Circulation. He has hopes of stepping into the Yuanfu Realm before the age of 20. You and him, one is like the heavens, the other is like the earth."
Qin Wentian understood the meaning of Autumn Snow's words. The target of this marriage alliance, was none other than Ye WuQue.
"You should leave. After all, you've helped me before. Considering our past relationship, I won't make things difficult for you. Even if you don't die, it won't affect the marriage alliance between the Bai and Ye Clan. Not only that, in the future, you and I are destined to be people from two different worlds." After Autumn Snow finished speaking, she walked past Qin Wentian, as a light breeze brushed past. Qin Wentian suddenly felt that this person was a stranger, to actually speak such ridiculous words.
"Autumn Snow." Qin Wentian suddenly called out, causing Autumn Snow to halt her footsteps.
"Three years ago, your father, Bai Qingsong, proposed a marriage alliance to my foster father. Initially, my foster father didn't want to hold you back, but Bai Qingsong persisted. Eventually, my foster father agreed."
"In these three years, my foster father provided cultivation resources to your Bai Clan, allowing your Bai Clan to reorganize itself. You've never been overbearing before, and I've always treated you as my kin."
"Five days ago, I helped you condense an Astral Soul from the 3rd Heavenly Layer, yet your Bai Clan still wanted to kill me. And now, you say that you're letting me go, yet you still act as though you're doing me a favor. How ironic."
Qin Wentian's words were cold, as he slowly walked out. "However, there's one thing you're right about. You and I are destined to be people from two different worlds."
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