Chapter 500: [ Arriving at the Passing Cloud Sect ]

After being swallowed by the light, Allen found the view in front of his eyes blackening as well as weightlessness state for a brief moment—then, he found himself already arrived at the valley in front of a dark and thick forest, the [ Passing Cloud Labyrinth ].

As Allen had expected, the moment he appeared outside the Labyrinth, he was already standing in a huge crowd of people. Some were holding weapons and wearing armors, several were aged people with long beards and most were young people looking curiously at him.

In the meantime, many gazes were fixed on him as well. Gazes that exuded spirit sense of Master to Ancestral Realm experts. These gazes seemed to discern something from him, as result, they annoyed Allen.

Allen was being surrounded by an incredible lineup—most of the Elders actually came and even the Sect master was included—this caused the surrounding people to be stunned.

"Who is this fellow? I never saw him before?"

"Why are all the Elders and even the Sect master came? What is going on?"

“No, he doesn’t look like a Hua, much less a new recruit… an outsider?”

"No way! This fellow is dead. For an outsider to enter the Sect Mountain without permission, he would certainly die...!"

The surrounding people discussed animatedly. They believed that Allen would be beaten up, worst would be killed because of entering the Sect Mountain without permission. This is a very strict rule of the sect, after all!

The Passing Cloud Sect was a large Sect with a great reputation. No one could break its rules.

In front of the crowd was an old man—wearing a luxurious golden robe. He seems to be quite important as many people were standing respectfully behind him while most of the younger people were throwing gazes of admiration and awe at him.

This old man… he should be the Sect master… since his cultivation was the highest among the people here…

Allen took a deep breath. Returning to the familiar environment, he felt somewhat relaxed. He then stared at the eye-catching old man and noticing his gaze, the latter gave a gentle smile and nodded his head.

Allen shrugged nonchalantly while wearing a bitter smile.

Now then, what on Earth will they do to me?

Allen was certain that the old bearded geezers in front of him at this moment, was none other than, the Elders of this Passing Cloud Sect. The difference in the order of magnitude of Qi he could feel from them showed their identities itself.

Oi, oi.

If he was a normal person, he would have already fainted from fear or kneel down. Their gaze alone gave an intimidating air that penetrated right to his bones.

The atmosphere itself seemed to have thickened into a slurry from the clinging menace. Simply standing there made one stomach churn.

It wasn’t the unrest of a frog being stared at by a snake, it was the feeling of a frog already in the snake’s stomach.

The intimidation from the surrounding can make one vomit.

Fortunately, he was Allen… Allen Bando…!

This kind of intimidation was nothing to him. however, for some reason, although they giving off this kind of aura and presence, Allen felt no hostility—it was as if they were just showcasing their overall power or force—some kind of showing off…!

Hmm…? Why?

It's as if they are saying, 'Hey, check this out! This is our power, strong ain't it?' kind of feeling...?

Finally, in this quiet and somber atmosphere, one solemnly opened their mouth.

“Greetings to you, Grand Master and welcome on the Passing Cloud Sect,” And from there, a woman’s voice resounded.

Grand Master…?

Allen’s brow twitched. He then turned his head to look at the owner of the voice and a stunned look flitted across his eyes.

The woman’s figure was tall and slender, wearing an emerald jade colored dress. Her skin was like snow while her eyebrows were fine and shapely. An oval face, a small cherry-red mouth and delicate features all came together to create an extremely beautiful woman.

However, that frigid yet pretty face clearly told others that no one should get close.

The woman’s appearance stopped all of the youths’ breath. Quite many of them had heard the identity of this woman. Their eyes turned fervent.

However, at the same time, after hearing the woman’s words, the surrounding people were instantly stunned with their mouth wide agape.

They were clear as to who this woman was… and yet, she actually greeted him warmly?

Who was this young man? Why would the infamous stoic and emotionless Flower Goddess of the Passing Cloud Sect, Ouyang Yishuang welcome him warmly?

“Hmm, indeed as young and not an illusion… less than 20 years old and power even I can’t see through… truly, young surpass the old…”

Another voice continued. This time, it was the old man with a luxurious golden robe who was laughing happily as he walked forward.

His manner was like as if meeting an old friend...

“Greetings, may I know little brother’s name…?”

“Ho?!” Allen was surprised by their warm welcome. This was new… what is this?

Allen showed his usual smile and extends his greeting using fist and palm gesture common to the world of Jianghu, “Greetings Elder, I’m sorry for barging in here without permission; I hope you are not offended. My surname is Ye, given name Wushuang… younger generation Wushuang greets his elders,”

“Ye Wushuang…” The old man repeated his name. “You can call me Venerable Passing, this little sect’s current sect master…”

“Greetings venerable Passing…”

“Grand Master, I am Ouyang Yishuang, from now on, according to master’s order, I will be the one who will protect you, so please rest assured…!” Ouyang Yishuang walked towards Allen’s direction with a frigid smile—it seems like she wasn’t that used in smiling.

Quite awkward actually... but still, she is really beautiful though...

“Master?” Allen tilted his head in confusion.

“Oh? You haven’t heard about master?” Ouyang Yihuang showed a perplex expression.

“… ??”

‘Stupid master, she’s talking about me…’

As Allen was full of suspicion, Maria Makiling’s voice suddenly rang inside her mind.

“Eh? Maria?”

‘That’s right… I don’t have any strength left to protect you when you were injured so I tried calling for help. I was desperate at that moment, and time was running out. Then, suddenly I remembered that young girl who wanted to become my servant which I rejected. However, she was adamant and stubborn so I let her do what she wanted, but one day I was transported by the Natural Law and was thrown into the mortal world—when I was thinking of where to send you, I suddenly remembered her so I sent you towards her side, who would have expected an interference happened and you were thrown into a Labyrinth…’

“… …”

‘I was actually thinking as to why she didn’t appear up until now… I thought she ignored my message and just forget about it but it was probably because of the Labyrinth that she didn’t appear…’

Allen nodded his head and looked at Ouyang Yishuang. “You are the one Maria contacted?” At such a close distance, Allen noticed that this woman was even more charming and attractive. She had a slim body and was radiating a very powerful scent.

Her big eyes were constantly emitting a charming lure, her red lips were like a cherry, her skin was pure white and was faint to the eyes. This woman was really pretty, regardless of whether it was her face or body, she would always be considered as top notch.

She was really something.

Hearing Maria’s name, Ouyang Yishuang’s smile becomes wider and brighter.

When the people saw the smile on Ouyang Yishuang’s face, their faces looked like they have seen a ghost.

‘My God! The ice-cold flower goddess was smiling. She was smiling at that youth! What was the relationship between that youth and the infamous Flower Goddess?’

“Indeed, I am… I apologize for my delay…” Ouyang Yishuang bowed towards Allen which caused the latter to awkwardly scratch the back of his head. For a woman with a Goddess level beauty to bow to you, it certainly was awkward…

--of course, 10% percent of it... was blissful.

“It’s fine… I’m alright actually. I had fun these past few days…” So that’s why they welcome me rather warmly and didn’t pull their blades. She must have already notified them…

“Grand Master, you must have been tired… I had already prepared for your resting place,” Ouyang Yishuang gently suggested. She then turned around towards Venerable Passing and said, “Venerable, this slave had already confirmed my Grand Master’s identity… as for the question you have, I implore you to do it after my Grand Master’s rest…”

“Of course, he can… Little brother Wushuang, I welcome you as a guest to our Passing Cloud Sect. I hope you enjoy your stay,”

“Thank you Venerable,” Allen nodded.

“Master!” however, when Allen was following Ouyang Yishuang out of the crowd, suddenly a voice came through the distance.

Hearing that familiar voice, Allen’s steps halted, then he turned around his head with a faint smile.

“Mulan,”

“Master!” Si Mulan excitedly runs towards Allen. The latter then turned at Ouyang Yishuang, “I hope you don’t mind… for some reason, I somehow became her master…”

Ouyang Yishuang chuckled, “Of course, let’s go…”

Led by Ouyang Yishuang and her disciples, under the many curious gazes, Allen and Si Mulan walked towards the Main Sect Building.

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