Ms. Diviner: The Prodigal Daughter's Return

Chapter 1684: Chapter 1684: Baby Wails Loudly

You know, a Priest’s talent is also related to bloodline. Some ancient families can nurture excellent Priests every generation, while for others, producing even one Priest is the result of burning incense in gratitude for generations. Such families may survive for a while, but will ultimately decline and perish. In his mind, the Mu Family was undoubtedly such a family.

”It’s the one beside me, Han Yan,” Ye Yi’an said, looking at Han Yan.

Han Yan exchanged a confused glance with Ye Yi’an. Logic dictates that she should remain as low-key as possible as she was new to the Divine Continent, so why did he so readily bring her up?

”Your identity as an Innate Divine Priest will eventually be spread around. Rather than causing a sensation at the Feng City Temple, it’s better to let it be spread through his mouth now. That way, fewer people will pay attention later.” Seeing the confusion in Han Yan’s eyes, Ye Yi’an explained using a voice only she could hear.

Only then did Han Yan understand his intention, and her admiration grew slightly. Indeed, ginger gets spicier as it ages; Ye Yi’an’s thoughts are quite thorough.

”You’re saying she’s an Innate Divine Priest?” Kang Zihe pointed at Han Yan and couldn’t help but laugh.

Similar to the Holy Court Continent, female Priests on the Divine Continent were quite rare. Though occasionally a remarkably talented one appears, most have average abilities. Never did he expect that the person referred to as an Innate Divine Priest would be a young girl about his age.

”You don’t have to believe it. Just convey my words to your Family Head,” Ye Yi’an said.

”Fine, I got it. I’ll tell Grandfather what you said, but I absolutely refuse to believe she is an Innate Divine Priest. When the exams at the Feng City Temple come, we’ll see how she perishes.” Having said that, Kang Zihe turned his back.

Ye Yi’an faintly smiled and paid him no mind, turning to walk toward the ancestral hall.

Just then, a sudden turn of events! Kang Zihe turned around again. His longsword sharply thrust forward, and a glaring red fireball hurtled toward Han Yan’s chest with lightning speed!

Nobody expected Kang Zihe would suddenly attack Han Yan, not even Han Yan herself.

Instinctively, she grasped the hilt of her sword. But just as she was about to draw it, she suddenly stopped.

Although cultivators on the Divine Continent differ from those on the Holy Court Continent, Kang Zihe’s Priest Divine Technique seemed somewhat alarming. But in reality, he was merely a First-level Divine Priest. By the Holy Court Continent standards, this equates to just a First-level Swordsman novice. Even if he was slightly stronger, it wasn’t by much. Otherwise, the temples would’ve already united the continent by defeating the Holy Court.

She retained Fifth Rank Swordsman cultivation, making dealing with Kang Zihe a breeze. However, if she made a move, wouldn’t her identity be exposed? Besides, the icy power fused with Stone Plate Pig from blocking Mu Tu earlier was already depleted and couldn’t be used again to pose as a Temple Priest.

At the mere moment of Han Yan’s hesitation, the fireball had nearly reached her. Though she frantically retreated, her abilities were so suppressed that her speed couldn’t possibly match the incoming airborne fireball discharged from the sword.

Ye Yi’an clearly hadn’t anticipated such an incident. By the time he realized the danger and attempted to save her, it was too late. However, he couldn’t be blamed; unlike other cultivators living for thousands of years, extending their lifespans through breakthroughs, he survived with Elixirs and the will to live spurred by his longing for the Holy Court Continent and perhaps a bit of luck. By now, his body had worn to the brink, with diminished speed and reactions.

”Watch out!” As the fireball was about to hit Han Yan, two figures charged forward, blocking her way from the front and the back.

Alas, they were too weak. Barely reaching to intercept, they were struck by the force within the fireball, collapsing to the ground, spitting blood all over, as the unimpeded fireball slammed into Han Yan.

”Boom!” Sparks flew everywhere; Han Yan fell on her back.

It was only at this point that the crowd awoke from their shock, gasping and surrounding the scene. But before them, two figures had stumbled and rushed forward—the very two who had selflessly intervened earlier: one was Ling Baobao, and the other was Mu Tu, already severely wounded.

”Han Yan, Han Yan, are you okay? It’s all my fault; if it weren’t for me, you wouldn’t be like this,” Ling Baobao wailed, looking at Han Yan lying on her back with eyes tightly shut.

Next to him, Mu Tu and others looked crestfallen and utterly desolate.

”Kang Zihe, you... you...” Ye Yi’an trembled all over, too furious to speak.

Although Ye Yi’an clearly understood Han Yan’s current cultivation, knowing that Kang Zihe, merely a First-level Divine Priest, couldn’t inflict fatal damage. Yet he knew due to the importance of maintaining her secret, she dared not wield her Fifth Rank Swordsman abilities in such an occasion, meaning she bore Kang Zihe’s full-force attack with her mortal body. Even if she survived, severe injuries were unavoidable.

Missing the Feng City Temple’s exams due to serious injuries would be a tremendous loss for Han Yan. This opportunity from all temples recruiting Priests was immensely rare. This was Han Yan’s chance to infiltrate the temples, learn Divine Hall Secret Techniques, and advance her cultivation. Missing this chance meant a long wait for another opportunity.

”What do you mean, you? Weren’t you claiming she is an Innate Divine Priest? I merely tested her abilities, only to find her so frail. Next time, when boasting, use your brain. How dare such a feeble young girl be touted an Innate Divine Priest? If so, then I’m an Innate Divine Lord,” Kang Zihe said disdainfully.

”Kang Zihe, your attack was clearly a treacherous ambush intending harm to our made-up Guardian Priest. We will report to the temple and appeal to the Master Priest,” the outraged Mu Family disciples declared.

Testing abilities? Does testing need such deceitful ambushes? Does it require full-force attacks? Kang Zihe evidently aimed to eliminate Han Yan to eradicate future troubles.

”Watch your words—she hasn’t been acknowledged by the temple yet and is merely a civilian. I wanted to gauge her potential, mistakenly aimed, and hurt her; a compensation should suffice,” Kang Zihe said with a mischievous smile, then suddenly switched to a grave tone, ”Moreover, as for her condition, don’t bother attending the Feng City Temple evaluations. Better pack up and relocate early, as this land encompassing Sunrise Peak shall soon be the Kang Family’s estate, hahaha...”