After descending the mountain, my aloof fiancée became completely devoted to me.

A faint protective aura instantly formed around Lin Ping's body. The poison needles struck the aura and bounced off to the ground. Taking advantage of the moment when his opponent's attack was exhausted, he slid sideways and circled behind the Crimson Fiend Old Monster, gathering all his strength in one palm and slamming it heavily into his back.

"Ugh!"

The Crimson Demon Old Monster let out a shrill scream, his protective aura shattered, and a domineering internal force rushed into his meridians, causing his blood and qi to surge. He spat out a mouthful of black blood, staggered and fell to the ground, struggling a few times before he could no longer get up.

In just a few breaths, the invading enemy was completely annihilated.

A hint of appreciation flashed in the eyes of the Ink-Dyed Immortal Master, and he nodded repeatedly: "Interesting. He appears to be covered in injuries, but in reality, he controls them with ease. This disguise has fooled quite a few people."

Master Lingyun remained calm, already certain that Lin Ping's true strength far exceeded his expectations.

Zhu Xiaohan, Shen Aoxue, and Chi Yao walked to Lin Ping's side, their eyes filled with concern. Shen Aoxue said softly, "Your injuries haven't healed yet, so please don't take such risks next time." Chi Yao also nodded gently, her brows furrowed with worry. Lin Ping looked at the girls surrounding him, a gentle smile playing on his lips.

Immortal Master Mo Ran stared at Lin Ping, who stood tall and had an extraordinary bearing, and his old eyes suddenly shone brightly. He looked exactly like a father-in-law who was increasingly satisfied with what he saw, and the appreciation in his eyes was almost overflowing.

This young man, despite his young age, possesses unparalleled talent. Even while still recovering from serious injuries, he was able to instantly kill the Crimson Fiend Old Monster and his gang of thugs. His temperament, combat prowess, and cunning are all top-notch. Looking across the entire hidden martial arts world, there is no one else like him.

The more he looked, the happier he became. Unable to contain himself any longer, he stepped forward and pretended to be serious: "Young man, the damage to your meridians is intricate and complex, and ordinary elixirs are unlikely to cure it. I am proficient in a unique healing technique, so I will examine your pulse and treat you more carefully."

Before he could finish speaking, and before Lin Ping and the others could react, Master Mo Ran flipped his wrist and grabbed Lin Ping's arm.

brush!

A sharp, white light streaked through the air, and the two figures vanished from their spot in an instant.

Only a gentle breeze remained in the courtyard, leaving everyone looking on in astonishment.

Zhu Xiaohan's pretty face changed, and her heart raced with anxiety. She immediately gathered her strength and was about to leap out to chase after him: "Uncle-Master Mo Ran! Where did you take Brother Lin Ping?!"

"Don't chase after him." Master Lingyun raised his hand and steadily stopped her, his tone indifferent. "You can't catch up with this old man. His martial arts skills are unparalleled in the martial world. If he intends to take someone away, no one in the entire Forgetful Valley can match him."

Zhu Xiaohan frowned, her heart filled with worry, but she also knew that what her master said was true, so she could only forcefully suppress her anxiety.

Master Lingyun turned to Shen Aoxue beside him, handed her a thousand-year-old Blood Spirit Mushroom that was entirely crimson and rich in spiritual energy, and solemnly said, "Aoxue, this Blood Spirit Mushroom is a treasure of the secret realm. It can revive life, strengthen the meridians, and repair stubborn diseases. You must set off immediately to return to the city and quickly go back to treat your grandfather. Delay will only lead to unforeseen changes."

Shen Aoxue quickly accepted the Blood Spirit Mushroom, clutching it tightly in her jade-like hand, and bowed to express her gratitude: "Thank you for your help, Valley Master!"

The situation was urgent. She glanced deeply in the direction where Lin Ping had disappeared, her heart filled with worry. She dared not linger and turned to quickly step out of the courtyard, heading straight for the city.

Meanwhile, a thousand miles away, in front of an unnamed cave hidden deep within a sea of ​​clouds and sheer cliffs.

The space distorted slightly, and two figures landed out of thin air; they were Immortal Master Mo Ran and Lin Ping.

Throughout the journey, Lin Ping sensed that the other party's aura was peaceful and without any malice. He knew that this old rascal immortal master had no intention of harming him, so he accompanied him calmly without ever resisting.

He looked up and surveyed the dark, rubble-filled cave in front of him. The entrance was overgrown with weeds and looked dilapidated and desolate. He couldn't help but raise an eyebrow and tease, "Immortal Master Mo Ran, as a top-tier martial saint and a reclusive master, your residence is too shabby. Even ordinary rogue cultivators would probably look down on such a simple cave."

Upon hearing this, the Immortal Master Mo Ran smiled arrogantly, stroked his long, snow-white beard, and feigned disdain: "Boy, your vision is too shallow. How could you know the mysteries of my dwelling?"

As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his hand and pressed on the mechanism on the stone wall on one side of the cave entrance, and gently turned it.

Boom—

A deep, resonant mechanical sound rang out, and the heavy stone walls slowly slid apart to the sides, unleashing a burst of dazzling, warm spiritual light. The once dilapidated cave was instantly transformed, revealing a hidden world within!

Inside the cave, pavilions and towers are scattered in a well-organized manner, a spiritual spring flows gently, rare spiritual herbs are everywhere, and the cave is surrounded by rosy light and ethereal mist, making it seem like a completely different world from the simple and dilapidated appearance outside.

A hint of surprise flashed in Lin Ping's eyes, and he couldn't help but admire the old immortal master's skill in concealing his abilities.

Just then, two light and graceful footsteps slowly approached.

Two stunningly beautiful young women dressed in gauze dresses in the style of the Western Regions emerged gracefully from the depths of the spiritual mist.

The two women had bright and delicate features, fair and jade-like skin, and their light gauze dresses accentuated their graceful figures. Their eyes and brows exuded the unique charm and passion of women from the Western Regions. Every smile and frown was full of charm, making them truly peerless beauties.

The two walked with light steps, curtsied respectfully to Immortal Master Mo Ran, and said in a sweet and melodious voice, "Master."

Master Mo Ran smiled and turned to look at Lin Ping beside him, his tone both playful and certain: "Lin Ping, do you know why I insisted on bringing you here today?"

Lin Ping nodded slightly, waiting for what was to come.

"Many years ago, I arranged a marriage between my beloved disciple and you." Immortal Master Mo Ran's gaze swept over the two stunningly beautiful girls, and he said mysteriously, "These two disciples of mine are both exceptionally talented and beautiful. Although the marriage was arranged back then, the specific candidates were not finalized. Today, I will let you choose for yourself. Whoever you choose will be your fiancée."

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere inside the cave instantly became ambiguous and alluring.

Two girls from the Western Regions had a slight blush on their cheeks, their long eyelashes trembled gently, and their beautiful eyes were shy and timid as they secretly looked up at Lin Ping in front of them, their eyes filled with curiosity and shyness.

Looking at the two stunningly beautiful women from the Western Regions, each with their own unique charm, Lin Ping's Adam's apple bobbed slightly as he felt a subtle stirring in his heart.

One is gentle and graceful, with tender and captivating eyes; the other is bright and passionate, alluring and charming. Both are exceptional beauties rarely seen in this world.

He thought all his romantic entanglements were in the city and the Valley of Oblivion, but he never expected that in his youth he would have an unknown marriage contract with a reclusive beauty from the Western Regions.

Seeing Lin Ping's slightly moved expression, Master Mo Ran's smile grew even more cunning: "How about it? My two disciples are no less capable than Xiao Han and the others, are they? Today, you can choose freely. Whoever you choose, I will immediately arrange the marriage!"

Lin Ping suppressed the ripples in his heart, keeping his expression calm and still appearing as if he was still injured and in poor condition, continuing to play the fool while secretly harboring a sharp edge deep in his eyes.

Just then, a chilling, furious roar suddenly came from outside the cave, causing the spiritual mist inside to surge violently!

"You old scoundrel Mo Ran! You've secretly kept the marriage contract inheritance hidden, monopolizing the opportunity of a peerless genius. Do you really think my Western Region sect is without anyone? Today, I will destroy your cave and reclaim the opportunity that belongs to my sect!"

A terrifying martial arts pressure swept over them, far surpassing that of the Crimson Fiend Old Monster. A top-tier villainous force from the Western Regions, which had been lying dormant for many years, had actually followed their trail and hunted them down here!

Lin Ping's eyes suddenly turned cold, and a chilling smile curved his lips.