At eighty, the Holy Sect's enchanting woman aided in achieving longevity.

Nangong Yue sighed softly, her beautiful eyes looking at Chen Changsheng: "I never expected that Li Han would be involved with the karma of the Upper Realm Holy Land."

At this point, she was somewhat surprised to find that Chen Changsheng's face showed no fear whatsoever, but rather was as calm as a stagnant pool.

Nangong Yue couldn't help but ask, "Junior Brother Chen, facing such a desperate situation, what do you plan to do?"

Chen Changsheng smiled slightly and joked, "What will happen in three days is still unknown."

However, to have Senior Sister Nangong personally come to show her concern is an honor that I, a mere mortal, am truly flattered.

The originally somber and oppressive atmosphere was greatly alleviated by Chen Changsheng's nonchalant banter.

Nangong Yue sensed the composure in his words, a glint of admiration flashed in her beautiful eyes, and she said softly:

"Although you have just entered the academy, you are nominally my junior brother."

Besides, I am naturally concerned about your standing up for the academy today.

That Myriad Swords Holy Land is no small matter. If you continue to stay here, your life may be in danger.

At this point, Nangong Yue paused, her tone becoming serious: "Junior Brother Chen, you don't need to despair."

Perhaps... I have a way to help you avoid this calamity.

"Oh? What method?" Chen Changsheng and Gu Dashan looked at her at the same time.

Nangong Yue sorted out her thoughts and slowly said:

"My family is not a local force in Cangwu City. Three days later, my elders will personally ride high-level flying spirit beasts to Cangwu City to pick me up and take me back to the family."

I can give you a ride when we leave Cangwu City.

Once they leave this area, the Li family of Cangwu City will have no way of investigating them. Even the holy lands of the upper realm might not be able to extend their reach that far.

"Really? Senior Sister Nangong, are you serious?"

Gu Dashan, who was originally filled with fear and anxiety, suddenly brightened up after hearing these words.

He shouted with immense excitement, as if he had suddenly grasped a lifeline in the abyss of despair.

Nangong Yue smiled and nodded: "When have I ever lied to you?"

Fortunately, Dean Liu was resolute and managed to secure these three days; otherwise, even if I wanted to offer assistance, there simply wouldn't have been enough time.

"That's great! This is really great!"

Gu Dashan's face flushed red. The excessive movement had accidentally aggravated his internal injuries, causing him to grimace in pain, but he still grinned foolishly.

Chen Changsheng cupped his hands in greeting and said solemnly, "I will entrust the matter to Senior Sister Nangong in three days."

"If we can use the Ling clan's influence to temporarily seek refuge in the Nangong family's territory north of Cangwu City, even if the Li family has immense influence, they will find it difficult to reach that area."

"It was just a small favor."

Nangong Yue gently stroked the storage ring on her jade finger. With a slight flash of spiritual light, a pill that was entirely ice-blue and emitted a faint fragrance and chill appeared in her palm.

"Junior Brother Chen, today you forcibly activated power far exceeding your own level, which must have left hidden injuries in your body."

Nangong Yue handed the ice-blue pill to Chen Changsheng and said softly, "This is a meridian-protecting pill that I kept in secret. It has a remarkable effect on nourishing the meridians and repairing hidden injuries to the five internal organs."

Please accept this and take good care of your health over the next three days.

Chen Changsheng looked at the ice-blue pill in front of him, did not refuse, and took it, saying, "Thank you, Senior Sister."

"During these three days, the Li family must have sent a large number of experts to keep a close watch on all the exits of the academy. You must remember not to step out of the academy even once."

Nangong Yue carefully instructed, "Just wait patiently. Once our clan's flying boat arrives, we will set off immediately."

After speaking, Nangong Yue left behind a faint fragrance, turned around, and gracefully left the room.

"Cousin Changsheng and Senior Sister Nangong are so wonderful!"

As soon as Nangong Yue left, Gu Dashan couldn't help but slap his thigh and exclaim:

"Not only did I risk offending the Li family to help you escape, but I also gave you such a precious meridian-protecting pill!"

I had heard before that Senior Sister Nangong was kind and gentle, but seeing her today, she is simply a celestial being with a pure and kind heart!

Gu Dashan continued to talk excitedly, but Chen Changsheng held the cold protective pill in his hand and fell into a long silence.

"Brother Changsheng? What's wrong? Don't you trust Senior Sister Nangong?"

Gu Dashan noticed Chen Changsheng's unusual behavior and asked, somewhat puzzled.

Chen Changsheng didn't answer directly, but slowly sat back on the bed, his eyes becoming extremely deep: "Dashan, can we... be considered close friends and family with Senior Sister Nangong?"

"Of course not, we've only been in the academy for a few days."

Gu Dashan shook his head.

"Have we or our family ever done anything to save the Nangong family's life?" Chen Changsheng asked again.

"How could that be! You're in a small place like Qinghe Town, how could you possibly have the chance to get to know a behemoth like the Nangong family?" Gu Dashan scratched his head.

"That's right."

Chen Changsheng gently twirled the icy blue pill between his fingertips, his tone cold and clear, "We are not related, we have no gratitude or grudges, and we have only known each other for a few days."

"If it were you, would you risk offending the Li family and even provoke the Ten Thousand Swords Holy Land of the Upper Realm to help someone you've only known for a few days escape across the border using your family's flying boat?"

Gu Dashan's mouth dropped open, and he stood there dumbfounded.

"In ordinary camaraderie among fellow disciples, giving two spirit stones or a bottle of common medicine is already a rare act of kindness."

Chen Changsheng said calmly, "But taking me away meant risking her own safety and even using the resources of the Nangong family."

There is never an overwhelming act of kindness without a reason in this world.

After listening to Chen Changsheng's analysis, Gu Dashan felt a chill run down his spine and stammered:

"Then... what is Senior Sister Nangong after?"

Cousin, you have no connections, no assets, and you've gotten yourself into a huge mess. What could she possibly want from you?

Chen Changsheng narrowed his eyes, repeatedly considering various possibilities in his mind. Nangong Yue's words and actions were flawless, but the more perfect she was, the more abnormal she seemed.

Suddenly, Chen Changsheng raised an eyebrow, a playful smile appearing on his lips.

He transmitted his thoughts to Mu Qing'er in his mind's eye: "Qing'er, do you think... she might have taken a liking to me? After all, my talent and appearance are indeed quite extraordinary."

Deep within Chen Changsheng's consciousness, Mu Qing'er's cold voice rang out, filled with undisguised disdain, and she rolled her eyes dramatically within Chen Changsheng's illusory mind:

"There's a limit to narcissism! She's a noble lady from a prestigious family; what kind of exceptional talents hasn't she seen?"

Would they even be interested in a newbie like you?

"Is there nothing else in your head besides your physical body?"

Chen Changsheng chuckled inwardly, and the heavy atmosphere from before vanished without a trace.

Joking aside, Chen Changsheng knew exactly what was going on.

Nangong Yue's initiative to offer assistance must have its own considerations or be part of the Nangong family's strategy for certain situations.

Who cares what she's after?

Chen Changsheng put the ice-blue protective pill into his pocket, his eyes returning to calm and deep.

Whether Nangong Yue acted out of pure compassion or had ulterior motives.

At least for now, she has indeed provided a very valuable escape route.

Chen Changsheng accepted this timely favor.

"I remain vigilant, but I will remember this kindness."

If she ever harbors any ulterior motives in the future, as long as it doesn't violate my principles, I will repay her tenfold.

Chen Changsheng sat cross-legged and began to regulate his breathing again. These three days were not meant to be spent waiting for death.

As night deepened and midnight approached, Cangwu Academy fell completely silent.

Chen Changsheng did not fall asleep. He sat cross-legged on the bed and continued to meditate for a while. Finally, the profound energy in his body recovered to about 70%.

He slowly opened his eyes, exhaled a breath of stale air, and sank his consciousness into the Realm of Immortality.

The world before my eyes was suddenly bathed in a shimmering emerald green light, and spiritual energy flowed like water.

Chen Changsheng was about to step out to sort the medicinal herbs he had obtained from the medicine pavilion, but after taking only two steps, he suddenly stopped and stared blankly at the scene in front of him.

Beside the boundless greenery and the spiritual spring, Mu Qing'er was curled up tightly on a soft spiritual grass mat.

She seemed to be extremely insecure in her sleep, her body curled up in a ball, her legs slightly bent, and her long hair scattered beside the clear spring water.

Gone is her usual aloofness and sharpness; at this moment, she is like a kitten sleeping soundly in the cold night, with no murderous intent between her brows, only a kind of gentle fragility that evokes pity.

Chen Changsheng remained where he was, without disturbing anyone, and then quietly withdrew his consciousness from the Realm of Immortality.

When he re-entered the Realm of Immortality, he was now holding a thick, soft cashmere blanket.

Those were spoils he had casually taken from the Li family's medicine shop.

Chen Changsheng tiptoed to Mu Qing'er's side and slowly bent down.

Mu Qing'er remained asleep.

Her soul is currently severely damaged, and she is unable to freely use her earth-shattering cultivation.

Furthermore, having completely let down their guard in this absolutely safe realm of immortality, they did not notice Chen Changsheng's approach.

In fact, most of the time she was resting or sleeping when she came in, and Chen Changsheng had previously neglected to prepare some decent bedding for her.

Chen Changsheng felt a pang of self-reproach as he gently spread out the soft blanket.

Looking at Mu Qing'er up close, her exquisite features appeared even more refined under the illumination of the spiritual light.

Her long, delicate eyelashes trembled gently with her even breathing, and her delicate nose inhaled slightly. Her usually icy and aloof face revealed a rare touch of naivety in her sleep.

Unfortunately, her excessively curled-up sleeping posture revealed the deep loneliness and unease hidden in her heart.

Chen Changsheng reached out, pulled up the soft blanket, and gently covered her with it.

Seemingly sensing the warmth covering her, Mu Qing'er's eyelashes trembled slightly, and then she slowly opened her hazy eyes.

Chen Changsheng's hand, which was suspended in mid-air, suddenly froze. He smiled awkwardly and was about to speak when he suddenly noticed a thin layer of mist rising in Mu Qing'er's eyes...

"Little...Little Cloud..."

Through her misty, tear-filled eyes, she gazed intently at Chen Changsheng before her, her thin lips parting slightly as she uttered a murmur that sounded like a dream.

Chen Changsheng opened his mouth, then froze on the spot.

Although Mu Qing'er opened her eyes, she was clearly not fully awake due to her weakened state of mind, and obviously mistook him for someone from the depths of her dream.

Xiaoyun? Is this the old friend she misses?

A cold, delicate hand suddenly emerged from the blanket and gripped Chen Changsheng's sleeve tightly.

Mu Qing'er looked at him blankly, her voice filled with a heartbreaking sorrow and confusion: "Is it you...? You've finally come to see me..."

Chen Changsheng remained motionless, afraid of waking her.

Just then, he saw the tears in Mu Qing'er's eyes finally roll down her flawless cheeks.

At the same time, the confusion in her eyes quickly faded, replaced by extreme coldness and rationality.

"boom!"

An overwhelming force of repulsion suddenly erupted from her, pushing the unsuspecting Chen Changsheng back several steps.

Mu Qing'er suddenly stood up, wrapped the cashmere blanket tightly around her body, and her phoenix eyes were filled with the coldness and arrogance that Chen Changsheng was familiar with.

But a tear, still wet on her cheek, clung to her pale skin: "What are you doing here?"

"I'll just cover you with a blanket."

Chen Changsheng patted the dust off his body and smiled helplessly, "Seeing you sleeping so soundly and curled up by the spiritual spring, I just did it on a whim."

I didn't mean to disturb your sweet dreams... Don't worry, I'll get you the most comfortable gold-threaded couch another day.

"No need, it's unnecessary," Mu Qing'er coldly refused.

"This is not an unnecessary step."

Chen Changsheng smiled and changed the subject, "But we have more important business to attend to right now."

You were sound asleep and probably didn't know that the Li family launched a large-scale attack on the academy tonight, demanding that Dean Liu hand over the person in three days.

Mu Qing'er snorted coldly: "Three days? Once the people from the Upper Realm Holy Land arrive in three days, you won't be able to escape."

"If they want to play, I'll play along to the end."

A sharp glint flashed in Chen Changsheng's eyes. "It is impolite not to reciprocate."

"Since the Li family has given me such a generous gift, wouldn't it make me, Chen Changsheng, seem impolite if I didn't reciprocate tonight?"

Mu Qing'er frowned slightly: "Your profound energy has only recovered to 70%. Going out now would be tantamount to walking into a trap."

"Don't worry, I have no intention of going to fight Li Yunheng head-on."

Chen Changsheng's lips curled slightly. "Tonight, I'm going to lay a deadly trap for the Li family."

The night was deep, and the main gate of Cangwu Academy had long been destroyed. There were twice as many disciples on night watch as usual.

Just then, a disciple of the academy dressed in an ordinary black robe walked to the door, yawning, and greeted the two guards: "Senior Brother Zhang, Junior Brother Li, it must be hard work keeping watch in the middle of the night."

"Hey, Xiao Wang! Where are you going, all dressed up, in the middle of the night?"

"Ahem... I'm going out to take care of some personal business and buy some food," the disciple of the king chuckled dryly.

"Hehe, I get it! Going to buy food in the middle of the night instead of sleeping?"

We're all men, those who know, know!

The gatekeeper gave a knowing, lewd smile. "If you go to the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, remember to mention my name!"

"Get lost! I haven't been out all night!"

Amidst a low, mocking laugh, Wang's disciple swaggered out of the academy's main gate.

As soon as he stepped out of the gate, several sharp eyes hidden in the dark alleyway quickly scanned him. After confirming that he was just an ordinary low-level disciple, they lost interest and retreated back into the shadows.

The disciple hummed a little tune as he walked through the streets and alleys, soon disappearing into the depths of the dark night.

A moment later, in a dead-end alley several blocks away from the academy, Chen Changsheng slowly spat out a remaining disguise pill, his facial bones making a slight clicking sound.

He then changed back into a loose black robe and activated the Heavenly Deception Technique, suppressing his blood and profound energy fluctuations to the extreme.

Now, his aura is as deep and profound as an abyss, as if he has become one with the night.

Chen Changsheng walked straight to the most bustling area of ​​Cangwu City—the Wanbao Chamber of Commerce headquarters.

The Wanbao Chamber of Commerce has a powerful background and operates 24 hours a day. Even in the dead of night, the ornately decorated gates of the chamber remain open, with two ever-burning array lamps emitting a soft glow hanging at the entrance.

Chen Changsheng, wearing a bamboo hat that completely covered his face, stepped into the Chamber of Commerce hall.

The hall was quiet late at night, with only a middle-aged manager behind the counter using an abacus.

Hearing the heavy footsteps, the manager didn't even look up, and said lifelessly, "Buy or sell?"