Invincible Soul Emperor

Chapter 227: Chapter 227 Superior Profound-Ranked Martial Technique, Leaf Blade Storm

Now that he had merged with the Ancient Jade Spiritual Fire, Ye Qingchen could cleanse the Fire Poison at a much faster rate.

Originally, the final cleansing involved his vital organs and various meridians, which was an arduous task. Now, however, it had become exceptionally easy. During the process, Ye Qingchen was even able to calmly collect the Fire Poison—a feat that would have been unimaginable in the past!

In just an hour, all of the Fire Poison within Qin Zhantian’s body was completely cleansed.

Qin Zhantian tried circulating his Cultivation Technique and discovered that the flow of his Spiritual Energy was unprecedentedly smooth, causing him to burst into hearty laughter!

For many years, Qin Zhantian had been tormented by the Fire Poison. Not only had his strength stagnated, but he had also suffered agonizing pain. Toward the end, his very life was under constant threat. Now, with his meridians clear, he no longer had to fear the Fire Poison endangering his life. Qin Zhantian even had a feeling that he might break through to the next Realm at any moment—a barrier he had been stuck at for a very long time.

Of course, all of this was thanks to Ye Qingchen.

After circulating his Cultivation Technique for one complete cycle, Qin Zhantian couldn’t contain his excitement. He took out a jade slip from his robes, handed it to Ye Qingchen, and said, ”Young friend Ye, I once said that after my Fire Poison was cured, I would give you a great surprise. Now is the time to fulfill that promise!”

Ye Qingchen took the jade slip and inspected its contents with his Divine Sense, involuntarily inhaling sharply.

The jade slip opened with four large characters: Leaf Blade Storm!

Following was a detailed description of the technique. Leaf Blade Storm was a high-grade Xuan-rank Martial Technique. As a Wood Attribute Martial Spirit Technique, it could transform one’s Soul Power into powerful Leaf Blades to attack an enemy. Once cultivated to the Great Achievement Realm, it could even summon a dense storm of Leaf Blades to overwhelm opponents with terrifying offensive power! This Martial Technique was not only effective against single enemies but also an excellent great-killing weapon when facing multiple attackers.

What surprised Ye Qingchen even more was that his own Seven-Star Willow Wood Martial Soul made him uniquely suited to cultivate this technique.

I never imagined that the great surprise he mentioned would be a Martial Technique so precious and perfect for me!

Incredibly excited, he expressed his thanks, ”Elder Qin, this gift is far too precious. I feel unworthy of it!”

Qin Zhantian waved his hand with a smile. ”There’s no need to be so modest, young friend. If it weren’t for your help, this old man would have likely died long ago. A mere Martial Technique is nothing.”

After he finished speaking, Qin Zhantian gave Qin Yue a meaningful look. Understanding immediately, she took out a purplish-black card, walked over to Ye Qingchen, and stammered, ”Ye Qingchen, this is a VIP black card for the Rising Sun Pavilion. Please accept it.”

Ye Qingchen took the black card, not yet grasping its significance, and heard Qin Zhantian continue, ”Young friend Ye, consider the Rising Sun Pavilion your second home. You are welcome to visit often in the future!”

Ye Qingchen nodded. Gaining Qin Zhantian’s approval meant the Rising Sun Pavilion would become a powerful ally for him.

Qin Zhantian continued, ”Young friend Ye, if you aren’t busy, you are welcome to stay at the Rising Sun Pavilion for a few more days. There are many heavenly materials and earthly treasures within the pavilion; perhaps you will find something you like?”

In response to Qin Zhantian’s kindness, however, Ye Qingchen shook his head and said, ”Thank you for the generous offer, Elder Qin, but I will be leaving the capital tomorrow. The Alchemy Dao competition has ended, and it is time for me to return to my Sect.”

”What? You’re leaving tomorrow?” Qin Yue blurted out before Qin Zhantian could speak. Realizing she had misspoken, she quickly covered her mouth.

Qin Zhantian glanced at his granddaughter, sighed, and shook his head before speaking. ”Since you wish to return to your Sect, young friend, I cannot insist that you stay. This black card can be used at any branch of the Rising Sun Pavilion, so please don’t be polite with me. If you ever need anything, you can use this card to contact me from any Pavilion.”

Ye Qingchen nodded. He then glanced at Qin Yue with a puzzled look, wondering about her earlier outburst. At that moment, however, Qin Yue was merely blushing in silence, though the disappointment and melancholy in her eyes were unmistakable.

After a bit more idle chatter, Ye Qingchen bid them farewell.

Qin Yue insisted on walking Ye Qingchen out. They walked side by side, neither of them speaking.

Every time she thought about Ye Qingchen leaving tomorrow, her heart sank even more. She kept telling herself to confess her feelings to him, but whenever she tried, the words wouldn’t come out. After all, she was a girl; even though she was normally strong-willed, the thought of personally confessing her feelings to a man was still too embarrassing.

They walked slowly, and the atmosphere between them grew heavy with unspoken feelings. Ye Qingchen was also lost in his own thoughts. Seeing Qin Yue blushing shyly, he didn’t feel it was right to break the silence either.

They continued walking slowly until they were outside the Rising Sun Pavilion, with Qin Yue still lingering reluctantly by his side. This entire scene happened to be witnessed by Qin Xi, who had just returned. Qin Xi hid in the shadows, observing their every move.

”Ye Qingchen, will you come back to the capital?” Qin Yue finally couldn’t hold back any longer and broke the silence.

Ye Qingchen shook his head, a hint of dejection in his voice. ”It might be difficult. I’m not sure. Why do you ask?”

Qin Yue quickly shook her head, blushing shyly. Then, looking utterly dejected, she said, ”Then... if you ever come back to the capital, you have to come find me! I... I’ll always be waiting for you!”

Having finally mustered her courage, she had said the words.

But Ye Qingchen seemed to miss the meaning behind them. He just nodded and replied, ”Of course. We’re good friends, after all. I’ll definitely come and find you whenever I’m in the capital!”

”Good... friends?” Qin Yue asked, her disappointment growing.

Ye Qingchen looked at her and nodded. ”Of course. We’re friends who have been through hardship together.”

Anxiety welled up inside her. Finally, she couldn’t help but question him, ”Just... friends?”

Even someone as dense as Ye Qingchen could now understand the implication in her words. He sighed, reached out, and affectionately patted her head. ”Don’t worry,” he said, ”once my strength reaches a certain Realm, I will definitely come back for you.”

Tears streamed down Qin Yue’s face. She nodded emphatically and whispered, ”I... I will wait for you!”

Ye Qingchen smiled and gently wiped the tears from her cheeks.