"I had anticipated that after this kid arrived on the Hidden Dragon Continent, he would stir up some commotion. Little did I expect that within just a year, he would cause so much, and such a big stir; he truly is the Yun Xiao I know!"

When Qian Sanyuan folded the last letter, he no longer had any doubts about what Guan Rufeng previously said. He knew that the only person capable of such deeds was none other than the Yun Xiao he knew.

Within these reports, the events that occurred within the Southern Domain of the Tenglong Continent during this period were documented in detail. With the intelligence network of Refining Cloud Mountain, and under Guan Rufeng's deliberate guidance, information about Yun Xiao was almost without omission.

Apart from the brief incident at the Lin Family in Yujiang City when Yun Xiao first entered the Tenglong Continent, he began to shine at the Spirit Fighting Conference, then later killed many powerful figures of the Spirit Fighting Commerce in Thunder King Valley, and finally, the detailed account of the assessment at the Meridian Refining Master branch in Bianlei City was complete.

What genius on the Teng Continent would dare to simultaneously offend so many first-class forces of Tenglong Continent, including the top-tier like Spirit Fighting Commerce?

Moreover, even if there was such a person, it couldn't possibly be another individual with the exact name of Yun Xiao. Hence, Qian Sanyuan had no doubt that it was not another person.

For these events to occur to someone else would be too shocking and outrageous, but when Qian Sanyuan knew it was Yun Xiao behind them, it seemed almost expected.

Since the Countries Hidden Dragon Conference, Qian Sanyuan wasn't too surprised by anything Yun Xiao could do. He even had a feeling that this vast Tenglong Continent might not even be Yun Xiao's final stage; that young man should have an even higher and broader world.

"So, he's coming to participate in the disciple selection of Refining Cloud Mountain a month later?"

After he had finished his musings, Qian Sanyuan suddenly thought of another matter mentioned in the intelligence, and this brought a hint of bitterness to his face.

"This kid, when I personally invited him initially, he was unwilling to come, but now he's going to join some disciple selection. Isn't this a slap in my face?"

Though Qian Sanyuan spoke of being slapped in the face, there was no sign of anger. It seemed he was quite pleased that Yun Xiao would come to participate in the Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection; he just couldn't make sense of it.

"In my opinion, that kid knows he has offended so many formidable enemies and wants to find a backing. As long as he passes our Refining Cloud Mountain's disciple selection, who would dare to openly trouble him?"

Guan Rufeng, who was observing, saw clearly and couldn't help but scoff when he spoke, making Qian Sanyuan nod repeatedly. If one were to speak of the reason, this might just be it.

"Vice Chairman, should we look after him?"

An elder from the Medical Pulse faction, who had been listening to the two leaders' conversation for a while, finally gleaned some details. Realizing that a young genius valued by one of the Vice Chairmen was coming to participate in the Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection, and as he was hosting this selection, he asked this question.

After all, there could be unforeseen events even in the Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection. Even a cultivator with extremely powerful Meridian Refining techniques could encounter unexpected challenges, like dealing with an unseen illness without a solution.

If the elder hosting the disciple selection could offer some support, it would greatly minimize these incidents. This elder wanted to curry favor with the Vice Chairman, as reaching the Heavenly Rank, the Vice Chairman could now stand shoulder to shoulder with the elusive Chairman.

"Look after?"

Hearing the elder suddenly interrupt, Qian Sanyuan turned with a stern expression and said in a deep voice, "Elder Qiu Xian, are you saying that in previous Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selections, those disciples from the Medical Pulse faction relied on such means to join Refining Cloud Mountain?"

Usually kindly, Qian Sanyuan's face turned somber, and his words carried a faint reproach that anyone could detect, causing Elder Qiu Xian to jump in fright, realizing that his attempt to flatter had backfired.

"No, it's not, Vice Chairman. I... I just thought Yun Xiao might have some connection with you, so..."

In previous Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection events, Elder Qiu Xian was fair and impartial. Many figures from other sects and forces trying to use his influence were sternly rebuffed by him, truly making him deserving of being called impartial.

If not for hearing the conversation between Qian Sanyuan and Guan Rufeng, Elder Qiu Xian wouldn't have said such a thing. Compared to outsiders, he deemed it necessary to show respect to the Vice Chairman.

"It's good if not, otherwise this President would not forgive lightly!"

Upon hearing Qiu Xian's intermittent explanation, Qian Sanyuan's sullen expression eased a bit. He had some understanding of Qiu Xian and knew that he probably wouldn't resort to such despicable underhanded tactics.

"As for Yun Xiao, you can rest assured. If he can't even pass our Refining Cloud Mountain's disciple selection, then I'll cut off this head of mine and let you use it as a ball!"

Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted from the previous ominous tone to a light-hearted humor. However, a few elders from the Medical Pulse faction, upon hearing the Vice Chairman's words, not only grew curious about Yun Xiao but also felt somewhat skeptical.

After all, these elders had not witnessed Yun Xiao's abilities firsthand. How could a young man who just arrived at the Tenglong Continent from the Hidden Dragon Continent about a year ago guarantee that he'd surely pass the Refining Cloud Mountain's disciple selection?

It's known that the Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection, held every three years, not only attracts loose cultivator Meridian Masters but also numerous Meridian Refining talents from major first-class and even top-tier forces who come to join in the excitement.

The Meridian Refining Master Guild is different from other forces. Joining the guild doesn't mean severing ties with one's original force. Should major events happen within one's family or sect, you can still prioritize them.

Those cultivators participating in the Refining Cloud Mountain disciple selection are mainly drawn to its resources. Although they become its disciples, due to their family's or sect's actions, Refining Cloud Mountain wouldn't interfere.

But even geniuses from first-class forces can't guarantee passing the Refining Cloud Mountain's disciple selection. As Elder Qiu Xian mentioned, unless there's intentional favor, unexpected incidents might still occur.

"Heh, I'm really looking forward to that kid's arrival!"

Qian Sanyuan didn't have so many concerns. Knowing about Yun Xiao, he was indeed very much looking forward to it. After all, that young man's Meridian Refining talent was even a bit more formidable than Mo Qing, who just claimed victory on the central main stage.

On the main stage, Mo Qing demonstrated an exceptionally strong Medical Pulse Technique, curing a patient long afflicted with an illness, and clinched the first place in this internal assessment of the Seeking Qi Realm group under Refining Cloud Mountain's Medical Pulse faction.

And at this moment, it hasn't even been a year since Mo Qing arrived at Refining Cloud Mountain. Such achievements are indeed astonishing, drawing several peculiar gazes.

It's worth mentioning that when Mo Qing emerged from the Boundary Tower, she had just broken through to the Qi Seeking Realm Early Stage. But after a year, she has astonishingly reached the Peak of Qi Seeking Realm, and her Meridian Refining Technique is only a step away from breaking through to Earth Rank Low Level.

One must admit, Mo Qing's special Pure Yang Immortal Body constitution allows her cultivation speed to far exceed that of ordinary people. As her cultivation progresses steadily, her Meridian Refining Technique might truly break through to Earth Rank Low Level anytime.

"Yun Xiao, you promised me you'd come to Refining Cloud Mountain. So why haven't you come after a year?"

Despite clinching the first place in the Seeking Qi Realm group, Mo Qing didn't show much joy from her championship. Instead, she turned her gaze to the entrance of the great hall, as a humble figure carrying a wooden sword surfaced in her mind.

Though Mo Qing knew in Yun Xiao's heart, he only regarded her as a female friend, with more of a respectful bond between senior and junior. But when it comes to matters of the heart, sometimes they're inexplicable. After a long separation, the yearning only deepens.

...

"Hey, Brother Wushuang, do you think Mo Qing sister has someone in her heart since she keeps refusing your invitations?"

From a corner beneath the stage, a tall and slim young man lightly chuckled at a refined young man in white beside him, his words eliciting a flash of strange light in the latter's eyes.

This refined young gentleman had quite the background. He was the foremost figure among the younger generation of the Medical Pulse faction of Refining Cloud Mountain, named Bai Wushuang. Besides already reaching the Peak of the Seeking Origin Realm, his Meridian Refining Technique was even stronger than some branch presidents of the Meridian Refining Master sub-associations.

In fact, given Bai Wushuang's status in the Meridian Refining Master Association, coupled with his handsome appearance, countless female disciples would surely throw themselves at him without him needing to make any effort.

Yet, Bai Wushuang held himself in high regard, utterly uninterested in the ordinary women who approached him—until Mo Qing arrived at Refining Cloud Mountain.

This black-clad young girl from the Hidden Dragon Continent had been taken as a direct disciple by Vice Chairman Qian Sanyuan upon joining. Initially, she didn't draw much attention from Bai Wushuang. At most, he paid a bit of attention to her as a fellow direct disciple of the Vice Chairman.

But who knew, as time went by, Mo Qing, coming from the Hidden Dragon Continent, showed extraordinary talent. Her progress in both Meridian Qi cultivation and the Meridian Refining Technique had advanced by leaps and bounds within a year of joining Refining Cloud Mountain.