A technologically powerful nation: The national treasure is actually myself.

The four sat in a circle in the private room. Shi Jie spoke first: "This is the first time we've met since we were dismissed. We may have even fewer opportunities to meet in the future. I just hope we can stay in touch!"

“Of course!” Xin Hao and Li Liping both agreed.

Lin Yang nodded in agreement.

Then, Shi Jie looked at Li Liping, seemingly lost in thought, and suddenly said with a hint of teasing:

"Brother Liping, you're doing the best here right now, having become a disciple of the Jade Universe Sect. Don't be distant from us in the future."

These words are actually somewhat presumptuous and overstep the bounds.

The difference in social status will inevitably lead to different future developments, which would make Li Liping feel very embarrassed.

However, Li Liping didn't seem to mind and laughed, "Brother Shi Jie, you're making fun of me. If I were to show any signs of estrangement, I wouldn't have come this time."

As he spoke, he glanced at Lin Yang and said, "Although I am now a disciple of the Jade Universe Sect, my resources are only slightly better. My future achievements may not be much higher than yours. We have a life-or-death friendship. No matter what happens in the future, if you ever need my help, just ask."

His words were sincere, not feigned, and he did not adopt any condescending attitude.

Shi Jie immediately said, "Brother Liping, you flatter me. It is a good thing that you have become a disciple of the Jade Universe Sect. I would like to congratulate you."

"Haha, just lucky." Li Liping chuckled self-deprecatingly. "I never thought that I could make a living based on my looks after arriving in the Primordial Ancient Continent!"

Upon hearing this, everyone smiled.

The four then began to talk about their life experiences over the past ten thousand years.

The conversation then turned to the art of craftsmanship.

While inside the Time-Space Tree, everyone was focused on cultivating their skills, eager to see the world outside, so they didn't pay much attention to their techniques.

But things are different now; having a skill to rely on has almost become a necessity.

However, not everyone needs to have a skill.

Besides Lin Yang, only Li Liping, whose major is the Way of Fire, can perfectly match the weapon-refining technique. Xin Hao and Shi Jie do not have a mainstream technique that they can perfectly match, so they can only try other techniques.

This left the two of them feeling helpless.

Upon learning that Li Liping was also suited for weapon crafting, Shi Jie and Xin Hao exchanged a glance, and the former said:

"Brother Liping, I am truly envious, even a little jealous, of you. Not only did you join the Jade Universe Sect, but you also have a knack for advanced techniques like weapon crafting. How can someone's life be so perfect?"

Xin Hao also expressed his envy.

Li Liping laughed heartily: "I dare not say I'll take care of all your magical weapons and treasures from now on, but I will definitely do my best whenever needed."

"Then thank you very much, Brother Liping." Shi Jie and Xin Hao cupped their hands in thanks.

Then they all looked at Lin Yang and exclaimed in surprise, "Brother Lin Yang, you are actually a cultivator of the spatial path. No wonder you are so strong."

Although they already knew each other, none of them knew which path Lin Yang cultivated.

Now I know.

Although after reaching the Dao level, the power of various characteristics is not so important; cultivation level is more important.

However, the ability to align with a spatial array is highly desirable.

"If you need any magic arrays in the future, you can contact me. I'll definitely offer the lowest price," Lin Yang said with a smile.

"That would be great!"

Upon hearing this, Shi Jie was overjoyed, and even Li Liping's eyes lit up.

Now everyone is no longer a newbie who just arrived in the Primordial Ancient Land.

I already know most of the things.

Everyone is well aware of the function of the magic array.

Having a magic array master who is compatible with the spatial magic array as a friend would be a wonderful thing.

Suddenly, Li Liping said seriously:
"Brother Lin Yang, it's such a waste for you, a spatial array master, to be a rogue cultivator. Shall I try to introduce you to the Jade Universe Sect?"

"If I remember correctly, you were almost accepted into the Jade Universe Sect back then. Maybe it was fate between us."

Upon hearing this, Shi Jie and Xin Hao both nodded in agreement. Lin Yang, however, shook his head: "I don't want to join a sect for the time being. Being a rogue cultivator is fine too."

Li Liping's words were correct, but from another perspective, it could also be said that he was destined to be just a little bit short of fate with the Jade Universe Sect.

Back then, he was just a little short of time; now, he simply doesn't want to join any more factions.

"Alright then." Li Liping wisely refrained from saying anything more, and then indicated that the four of them could share resources from now on.

Although Shi Jie and Xin Hao do not possess the mainstream skills that match them, they can collect and accumulate the corresponding skill resources and materials for Lin Yang and Li Liping, and exchange them at the lowest cost price.

This kind of exchange may not seem like much in the short term, but in the long term, it can save both sides a lot of money.

……

A few days later, the gathering came to an end.

Since this small gathering was spontaneous, no one prepared any resources and therefore there was no exchange. However, we agreed to bring resources next time we get together.

Lin Yang returned to the stronghold of the rogue cultivators and continued to study the magic array.

a few days later.

The communication jade slip vibrated; it was a message from Shi Jie.

Lin Yang looked somewhat puzzled.

What's up with Shi Jie now that the small gathering has just ended?

After the call connected, Shi Jie's voice came through, carrying a hint of seriousness:
"Brother Lin Yang, I have received some information that the Tiankun Sect is currently investigating the cause of death of two disciples."

"It is said that he died in Mirror Lake ten thousand years ago. I thought about it, and that was shortly before we were dismissed. It seems that you were doing a mission in Mirror Lake during that period. Be careful, they may come looking for you."

Lin Yang's expression changed: "Hmm? What exactly is the situation?"

A chill ran through him, and he couldn't help but think of Lan Gang and Zi Hong, whom he had killed back then.

"I don't know the specifics yet, but it's said that two disciples died mysteriously in Mirror Lake back then, and Tiankun Sect is investigating everyone who was near Mirror Lake during that time period."

Shi Jie answered quickly:
"Since you did a mission at Mirror Lake back then, they might be able to find you. Many people in the sect knew you went to Mirror Lake back then, so I think you should be careful recently."

Lin Yang's eyes narrowed slightly, but he said, "I didn't kill anyone, so let them investigate if they want."

"That's true, but it's always better to be careful anyway," Shi Jie advised.

"I understand." Lin Yang understood the meaning behind Shi Jie's words.

This guy probably had some doubts about him, which is why he specifically reminded him.

After all, when he was ambushed on his way back to the Moon Shadow Sect from White Blaze City, he secretly intervened and severely injured the black-robed man who came to ambush him, which is enough to show that his strength can threaten people at the eighth or ninth level of the Dao.

This is highly suspicious.

Thinking of this, he felt somewhat helpless. Shi Jie had specifically reminded him, probably because he thought it was possible for him to kill the two disciples of Tiankun Sect.

Xin Hao and Li Liping would probably have guessed the same thing.

I wonder if they will betray the information from back then to the Tiankun Sect.

Lin Yang paused for a moment, then asked, "Why is the Tiankun Sect investigating so vigorously even after so much time has passed?"

He's a little weird.

"Well... I'm still not quite sure either. I'll ask around. This is indeed a bit strange. I'll let you know as soon as I have any news."

Although Shi Jie was the most well-informed of the four, he didn't know everything.

"Okay, thank you. I'll be more careful."

Lin Yang said something, then hung up the message, his eyes deep and unsettling.

The sudden investigation by Tiankun Sect into the cause of death of those two disciples is very suspicious.

suddenly.

The protective barriers around his residence were activated. (End of Chapter)