Chasing after her husband? Is it even possible to win him back?

Without knocking, she took a step, leaped up, and flew directly over the courtyard wall.

On the rooftop, Chu Xunfeng was brought back to reality from his meditation by the unusual wind. The young man opened his eyes and looked down, only to see the Dragon Girl, whose expression was tinged with displeasure, standing in the courtyard, looking up at him.

Chu Xunfeng blinked, stood up, jumped off the roof, and stood opposite the Dragon Girl. "Why are you here?"

"You sat on the roof all night again last night?"

"The thunder and drizzle of the Awakening of Insects—a rare opportunity to refine my visualization techniques." Chu Xunfeng roughly understood why the Dragon Girl was so anxious and agitated so early in the morning, but he didn't intend to change his mind. "Thunder and lightning, a spring breeze from the east, and drizzle to help me perceive the wind's movement..."

"Alright, alright, although I know that most cultivators have to use this method to comprehend nature, but... couldn't you have used an umbrella?" Ao Hanli put down the oilcloth bag in her hand and looked at Chu Xunfeng's clothes that were not completely dry. "Putting aside the fact that you are abusing your body, are these soaking wet clothes comfortable to wear?"

Chu Xunfeng sat down on the stone bench, opened the oil paper package, picked up a pancake and put it in his mouth, his voice muffled, "My clothes are fine. After entering meditation, I only focused on cultivating the Wind Sensing Technique. As for my body... I've never heard of body cultivators being susceptible to colds."

Looking at Chu Xunfeng's indifferent and nonchalant demeanor, Ao Hanli felt a surge of anger rising to her head. "You really don't care at all?"

"I'll be more careful in the future." Chu Xunfeng swallowed the pancake in his mouth and looked at Ao Hanli with sincere eyes.

“…” Ao Hanli sighed helplessly and stopped talking.

Chu Xunfeng always promised to be more careful next time, but around the time of the Awakening of Insects, there is abundant rainfall, and recently there has been spring rain almost every two days, or even every day, but he has never really cared about it.

Truly incorrigible.

"How has your cultivation been lately?" Ao Hanli did not continue the previous topic. She knew that getting her clothes soaked was a minor problem, and as for catching a cold, that was something cultivators were completely immune to.

She just wanted to criticize Chu Xunfeng's indifferent attitude towards himself.

She couldn't stand it, but this feeling came out of nowhere. After all, it was Chu Xunfeng's own business, so why should she care?

But the mere sight of him soaking wet made her furious, and then his apology and promise to do it again inexplicably calmed her down...

"Fortunately, the recent Awakening of Insects has greatly boosted my speed. I have mastered both the Wind Sensing Technique and the Lightning Sensing Technique. In a while, I should be able to prepare for a breakthrough."

"Should we pursue all three aspects simultaneously?"

"Hmm." The young man nodded. "Breakthrough, Swiftness, Unparalleled Offense, the three aspects are advancing in tandem. The military and physical aspects are all in the making. We are just waiting for the magic cultivators to catch up, but it won't be long."

"Now that you've broken through to the Human Profound Realm, what are your plans?" Ao Hanli stared at Chu Xunfeng.

"Leaving the demon race to gain some experience," Chu Xunfeng nodded and smiled. "I plan to go to Yongzhou first."

“Yongzhou?” Ao Hanli frowned.

It had only been half a month since the group from Baidi City left the demon realm. Ao Hanli had inquired about why the people from Baidi City had left, and wondered why Chu Xunfeng was going to Yongzhou at this time...

"Why go to that godforsaken place? Don't you want to live a long life?" Ao Hanli raised an eyebrow. "You probably don't need me to remind you of the current situation in Yongzhou, do you?"

"Yongzhou may be a dangerous place for Chu Xunfeng, but for others, it is just one of the three provinces in the Nine Provinces." Chu Xunfeng just smiled. "Moreover, once I break through to the Human Profound Realm, I need to reforge the Black Gold Spear as soon as possible, and the Longquan Sword Manor in Yongzhou is naturally the first choice."

"Do you have a past connection with Longquan Sword Manor?" Ao Hanli stared at Chu Xunfeng suspiciously.

She didn't think Chu Xunfeng went to Yongzhou just for the Black Gold Spear.

"Of course not, but as long as Longquan Sword Manor is open for business, I will naturally find a way to ask them for help." Chu Xunfeng saw things clearly. After all, Longquan Sword Manor is, in essence, a place that deals in weapons. Since it's business, there's naturally something to talk about.

Besides, reforging a weapon at the Human Profound Realm level is not like forging some peerless divine weapon, so there's no reason why it should be refused.

"I think you should reconsider," Ao Hanli said, wanting to offer advice but lacking the authority to speak, so she could only offer this dry reminder.

"Hmm, we'll see." Chu Xunfeng wasn't in a hurry to leave within a few days, and because of this, Long Nu didn't say much. "By the way, the school that Fourth Brother was in charge of started classes a few days ago."

"A school?" Chu Xunfeng raised an eyebrow.

"Yes, the rabbit demon Miss Tooth and his younger brother have both enrolled in school."

"Is that so? It's good that he's willing to learn. We'll see how much he can learn on his own." Chu Xunfeng nodded and didn't pay any more attention. Let the man with missing teeth walk his own path.

"Aren't you going to take a look?" Ao Hanli's intention was simply to remind Chu Xunfeng.

“I’m not going. He’s a rabbit demon from the demon race. Getting too close to me won’t do him any good.” Chu Xunfeng glanced at the dragon girl.

Given Ao Hanli's cunning, she probably just wanted to find something to talk about; it's unlikely she was deliberately testing her.

"Now that things have stabilized in the capital, you're probably not the type to stay in the demon realm for a year or two?"

"As for me..." Ao Hanli hesitated a bit when Chu Xunfeng suddenly asked her this question. She seemed to have some plans, but it seemed inconvenient to tell Chu Xunfeng. "Let's talk about it later. I have plans, but I haven't decided yet."

"Hmm." Chu Xunfeng didn't ask any further questions, simply nodding. "I won't be staying in the demon realm for too long. Lately, there have been people trying to create opportunities to get to know me while I'm out..."

At this point, Chu Xunfeng pinched the corner of his eye, looking a bit of a headache. "I'm starting to feel overwhelmed."

Need a helping hand?

"Never mind, these people don't seem to have any ill intentions. They've probably just gotten wind of the Seven Star Tower incident. Although I'm having a hard time dealing with them, I do know some people who are good for me."

"You need to be careful; there might be a few individuals among them with ulterior motives."

"I know it well."

Chapter 1: The Sword Master of Longquan

In the old forest where the moon is bright and the stars are few, the blazing firelight always brings comfort.

Firelight can dispel thick shadows and drive away mindless wild beasts. Perhaps its only downside is that it can easily attract outsiders of dubious origin.

A rustling sound came from the dense weeds, startling the old and young in the camp. Seven or eight men picked up their weapons and stared intently in the direction from which the sound came.

A figure emerged from the bushes, dressed in a snow-white outfit, silver boots, and with neatly tousled hair. His handsome face, combined with his spotless clothes, clearly indicated to the camp that the young man before them was not someone to be trifled with.

"Longquan Sword Manor is escorting goods, those coming here must stop!" The man carrying a large knife shouted at the young man in white, his expression tense.

The newcomer stopped obediently.

Chu Xunfeng's gaze swept over the group of people in the camp: dozens of men, plus three women of advanced age. More importantly, the carriage was being protected by the group of men. The firelight illuminated the marks on the carriage: wounds from swords and arrows stuck in it, which had not yet been cleaned up.

"I'm sorry, I meant no harm. I just saw a fire. If it's inconvenient for the people of Longquan Sword Manor, I'll just ask from a distance and then leave." It was clear that this group had encountered bandits, and their nerves were inevitably on edge. Chu Xunfeng could only soften his voice to show that he meant no harm.

"Where did you come from, young master? And where are you headed now?" The man with the knife didn't want to cause any trouble, but since the young man in white was already right in front of him, regardless of whether his intentions were good or bad, he was at least in a place he could see, which was easier to deal with than someone hiding in the shadows. "Why don't we come forward and have a chat?"

Chu Xunfeng didn't put on airs and stepped forward slowly, saying, "Thank you all."

Although these people seemed wary, they didn't exhibit the kind of panicked fear that comes with being easily frightened, suggesting they were quite capable and likely experienced in the escort and convoy business.

When Chu Xunfeng approached, he saw that the caravan protected by the group of men had many knife and sword wounds, and there were even arrows stuck in the carriage that hadn't been cleaned up.

"Please excuse my foolishness, brother. It's inevitable to encounter a few petty thieves along the way." The man with the knife noticed Chu Xunfeng's gaze and explained with a slightly teasing tone.

"It was my sudden appearance that put my brother in a difficult position." Chu Xunfeng stopped looking at the caravan and turned to look at the man with the knife, his tone somewhat helpless.

"When traveling, one should help others if possible. My name is Jiang Min. May I ask how you should address me, brother?"

"I am Chu Mo. I came from the demon race a while ago. It just so happens that I am going to Yongzhou and I also want to visit the Longquan Sword Manor."

Upon hearing Chu Xunfeng's words, the burly Jiang Min's eyes flashed with surprise and wariness, but his face remained impassive. "Brother Chu, do you wish to travel with us?"

"If it's convenient for you all, I would naturally like to accompany you, but you brothers have important matters to attend to. Let's see if you can do me this favor," Chu Xunfeng said with a smile.

"This matter needs to be discussed with my family's head, Brother Chu, what do you think?"

"I know what's important," Chu Xunfeng said casually, just smiling.

"Alright, Sanzi, go and ask the young master for permission." Jiang Min turned to look at the somewhat thin man beside her, gave him a meaningful look, then turned back to look at Chu Xunfeng, who was sitting on the ground. "Young Master Chu said earlier that you came to fight the demon race?"

"Yes, it's been almost half a year since I arrived in the demon realm." Chu Xunfeng knew the man was testing him, but he didn't mind showing goodwill, and his tone was quite sentimental.

Starting from the autumn hunt during the White Dew season, and continuing until around the Spring Equinox, it's been a solid six months, and half of the twenty-four solar terms have passed.

"Brother Chu, have you heard of the rising stars on the recent Human Ranking?" Jiang Min looked at Chu Xunfeng, her expression relaxing considerably. When traveling, one may not be strong, but one must have a keen eye. At least for now, Jiang Min did not see any malice in this Chu Mo.

"That Chu Xunfeng?" The young man, who was using the pseudonym Chu Mo, smiled naturally. "I have seen him. The demon race has also encountered a major event this time. At the Dragon Gate Grand Gathering, Chu Xunfeng struck the first golden gong, obtained the Dragon Gate inheritance, and stabbed a great demon in the Life and Death Realm with his spear. His demeanor was indeed a rare sight."

Jiang Min nodded slightly, "To be able to ascend to the Human Ranking and obtain the Dragon Clan's inheritance, that cold gentleman dared to attack someone at the Absolute Death Realm while only at the fourth realm. His magnanimity is indeed something I can hardly match. Only my young master can be compared to him."

"The Sword Master of Longquan? If I have the chance, I must pay my respects to the Sword Master's prowess."

“There’s a chance,” Jiang Min said with a smile, continuing Chu Xunfeng’s words.

Chu Xunfeng was taken aback for a moment, and just then, the skinny man who had been sent away by Jiang Min walked quickly toward the campfire. This man, whom Jiang Min called Sanzi, walked up to Chu Xunfeng and said, "Brother, my young master invites you."

Chu Xunfeng suddenly came to his senses and looked at Jiang Min.

Seeing Chu Xunfeng's surprise and astonishment, but without showing much emotion, the burly man smiled and cupped his hands, saying, "Brother Chu, it wasn't intentional to hide it, please forgive me."

"I am an uninvited guest, so it is only natural that I am being treated with caution." Chu Xunfeng stood up with Jiang Min. "Then please introduce me, Brother Jiang."

"Please." Jiang Min breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that Chu Xunfeng didn't seem to mind and even expressed understanding. She then led Chu Xunfeng deeper into the camp.

Bypassing the battered caravan, Chu Xunfeng immediately spotted a magnificent carriage hidden behind it. Even before getting close, he could hear the cheerful laughter of women coming from the huge carriage.

Chu Xunfeng couldn't help but frown slightly and turned to look at the man beside him. Jiang Min, however, remained respectful and stepped forward to knock on the carriage door. "Young Master, I've brought the guest that Sanzi mentioned earlier."

"Yun'er, open the door and welcome the guests!" A young man's voice rang out from inside the carriage.

Jiang Min took a half step back, and the door of the carriage was pushed open by a pair of delicate hands. A woman with simple and light makeup peeked out, glanced at Jiang Min first, and said with a smile, "Captain Jiang, you've worked hard. The young master instructed that only a few people need to be arranged to keep watch tonight. Tell the brothers to get some rest. When we return to the manor, everyone will receive an extra 30% of the reward money."

"Thank you, Miss Yun'er." Jiang Min beamed with joy, gently clasped her hands in a fist salute to the woman on the carriage, and then turned and strode away.

"As for Young Master Chu, please come aboard for a chat." Yun'er turned her gaze again, scrutinizing Chu Xunfeng carefully for a moment, then suddenly covered her mouth and chuckled, retreating back into the carriage.

Chu Xunfeng frowned slightly, looking at the open door of the carriage, unsure whether to step inside.

"I've already invited them, so what? Do you think my Longquan Sword Manor is some kind of ruthless inn that eats people alive?"

Arrogant and domineering, with a hint of flippant laughter.