System: After the fortune telling, my cultivation level skyrocketed.

The dull, oppressive energy swept across the area like a surging undercurrent, as if the surrounding air had been instantly sucked away. The powerful impact sent pedestrians flying backward like kites with broken strings, accompanied by a chorus of exclamations.

Chen Xuan stood firmly in place like a majestic mountain, without moving an inch.

However, the white-robed Nascent Soul Daoist who made the first move seemed to be struck by an invisible force, staggering back three steps, leaving deep footprints on the ground beneath his feet, before he could barely regain his footing.

This scene was like a thunderbolt, instantly stunning everyone present. Their eyes widened, their mouths gaped open, and their faces were filled with disbelief.

"What? This... how is this possible? How can a junior possess such power?" Another Nascent Soul Daoist, who was also guarding the barrier, instantly turned extremely gloomy, her eyes flashing with anger and shock. Her aura erupted like a surging wave, and a powerful pressure spread out, making the surrounding temperature seem to drop several degrees.

"Well done, Chen Xuan! No wonder you're the personal disciple of Immortal Qiandao. It seems we underestimated you!" The Nascent Soul Daoist gritted his teeth and said, each word distinct and filled with resentment.

"Senior Uncle, Senior Uncle, what are you doing?" Zhan Xin's heart tightened when he saw Chen Xuan's gloomy face and the sword intent around him that seemed to be tangible, exuding a dangerous aura.

She rushed forward and hugged Chen Xuan tightly. Then she turned around and shouted angrily at the two elders, "My master is Immortal Chanyue, not you! It's none of your business to interfere in my private affairs!" Zhanxin's eyes revealed determination and anger. She would never allow anyone to hurt Chen Xuan.

Seeing Chen Xuan being bullied, Zhan Xin could no longer suppress her anger. Her face instantly darkened, her eyes sharp as blades, and she shouted, "If you dare to lay a hand on Chen Xuan again, don't blame Zhan Xin for disregarding the bond between our sects and being disrespectful to you!" Zhan Xin's voice was clear and firm, and it sounded particularly loud in the tense atmosphere.

"Xin'er, you! You... how could you say such a thing?"

"This is outrageous! This is truly outrageous! Our sect has nurtured and trained you for two hundred years, and now you've only spent half a year with this brat, and you dare to treat us like this?" The two Nascent Soul Daoists were so enraged by Zhan Xin's words that their faces flushed red, their chests heaving violently, and their eyes were filled with anger and disappointment.

Zhan Xin didn't want Chen Xuan to continue suffering unfair treatment. With a cold face, she said, word by word, "I will explain this matter to my master myself. Chen Xuan is my good friend, and even more so, my future Daoist partner. I will never allow you to treat him like this!" Zhan Xin's words were filled with unwavering determination.

Upon hearing this, the two Nascent Soul Daoists' faces flushed crimson, their chests heaving violently. They were quite angered by Zhan Xin's blunt words. Although what Zhan Xin said was true, and they indeed had no right to interfere in Zhan Xin's personal feelings, his ruthless attitude was still unacceptable to them.

"Chen Xuan, I'm sorry. If I had known it would turn out like this, I would have come back alone. I wouldn't have let you suffer such humiliation." Seeing that Chen Xuan was angry and his eyes were filled with tears, Zhan Xin said with heartache, "I'll go back and explain the situation to Master right away. You should also leave here as soon as possible."

Chen Xuan took a deep breath and slowly exhaled. He glanced coldly at the two Nascent Soul Daoists from Taiqing Palace before looking gently at Zhan Xin. He patted her shoulder lightly and said, "Since that's the case, you can go back in peace. We'll meet again after the Ancient Immortal Realm Road opens."

Zhanxin nodded, his eyes filled with reluctance. "I will. But during this time, you must ensure your safety and not make me worry."