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

That talisman could unleash such astonishing power. Could it be that Chen Xuan's combat strength has already surpassed that of a Nascent Soul Daoist?

“Since you cultivate the Divine Demon Body Refinement Method, it is most suitable for you to carry this talisman.” Chen Xuan turned his head to look at Tian Xing, his eyes full of concern. “If you encounter an opportunity inside, and you feel that it is impossible, do not force it. The most important thing is to come out alive.”

Tianxing met Chen Xuan's concerned gaze, nodded solemnly, and said, "I've got it."

At this moment, Chen Xuan had Zi Mo on his left and Tian Xing on his right, two stunning beauties with distinct styles, both in his arms. However, he merely held them, making no further inappropriate advances. It wasn't that Chen Xuan had no other thoughts, but in his view, compared to pursuing momentary novelty and excitement, this kind of slow and steady relationship, where feelings gradually deepen, better suited his expectations for love.

Moreover, Tianxing's words just now gave Chen Xuan a flash of inspiration. If he could rely on his friendship with Zimo, Tianxing, Lingchen, Zhanxin and others, and if the young members of the Qushan lineage could join these sects in the future, with these people looking after them, they would probably not be ostracized as soon as they entered the sect.

In the quiet space, Tianxing and Zimo nestled quietly in Chen Xuan's arms, enjoying the peace and tranquility without uttering a word.

After an unknown amount of time, Chen Xuan finally came to his senses, cleared his mind of the chaotic thoughts, and said to the two of them, "It's getting late."

"It's time for me to go."

Upon hearing this, both Tianxing and Zimo showed reluctance in their eyes. Clearly, their relationship had indeed grown even closer after reuniting three years later.

"You big bad guy, are you in such a hurry to see that Heartbreaker?" Tianxing looked at Chen Xuan, her eyes full of reluctance.

"In any case, you must be extra careful on this journey along the ancient Immortal Realm Road. I only hope that we can meet in the secret realm as soon as possible, so that we can help you deal with the threat from those two races." Zi Mo did not try to keep Chen Xuan any longer; her heart was filled with more concern for the potential threat Chen Xuan posed.

"I know, I won't fall so easily."

Chen Xuan released his arms and gently stroked each of their noses, saying with a smile, "Promise me you'll take good care of yourselves."

"Ah."

"uh-huh."

Despite his deep reluctance, such is the nature of love among cultivators: everything must prioritize the path of immortality and responsibilities. Chen Xuan carried the weight of the entire Longxia clan's survival and continuation, as well as the clansmen and friends scattered across the land. As for his personal feelings, he could only devote a small portion of his attention to them. Perhaps, this is the very meaning of being human.

As Chen Xuan transformed into a streak of light and sped towards the gathering point of the Heaven and Earth Taiqing Palace, Zi Mo, Tian Xing, Zi Yu, and the others stared in awe.

"Sister, why are you crying?" Ziyu noticed her sister silently shedding tears as she watched Chen Xuan's retreating figure, and her heart was filled with worry. "Could it be that your brother-in-law bullied you?"

Zi Mo circulated his spiritual energy to evaporate the mist from the corners of his eyes, gently shook his head, and said, "No, it's just that he has encountered so many calamities, yet I am unable to share his burdens."

Tianxing gently squeezed Zimo's hand and said with a firm gaze, "Therefore, we must work even harder to cultivate and become stronger, until one day we can become his helper."

Upon hearing this, Ling Chen, Yue Ming, and even the disciples from the four academies who were keeping watch at the entrance were all shocked. Although there had been rumors that Chen Xuan had a close relationship with two senior sisters from the academies, most people didn't believe it. Today, however, they witnessed firsthand that the two senior sisters whom everyone longed for were simultaneously in love with this monstrous Chen Xuan.

“Yes, only by constantly becoming stronger can we stand behind him and become his powerful assistant.” Zi Mo nodded firmly.

Just as the disciples of the four major academies were sighing and feeling unwilling, Ziyu suddenly noticed that many warships and cultivators had appeared outside the gathering point.

"Sister, look, with the opening of the secret realm approaching, many more cultivators from various sects have arrived. And look, there are also powerful forces from other prefectures and cities."

Everyone turned to look, and sure enough, within a short period of time, several thousand people had poured into the secret realm's gathering point. Adding to the cultivators who had arrived earlier, the total number was likely around thirty thousand.

"No wonder the big bad guy is so worried about us. The number of cultivators participating in the opening of the Immortal Realm Ancient Road this time far exceeds that of previous sessions." Tianxing looked at the powerful warships and was filled with worry.

After parting ways with Zi Mo and the others, Chen Xuan headed straight for the Heaven and Earth Taiqing Palace. However, despite being very popular in the four major academies, he was met with a cold shoulder here.

It wasn't for any other reason; the key issue was that most of the disciples from the Heavenly Purity Palace participating in the Immortal Realm Ancient Road were female cultivators, with only a few male disciples. Previously, rumors about Senior Sister Zhanxin and Chen Xuan had been rampant, damaging the reputation of the Heavenly Purity Palace.

Now that they saw Chen Xuan, how could they possibly give him a friendly look?

Fortunately, Chen Xuan came to visit in the capacity of the Nine Heavens Profound Purity Palace. Although the disciples guarding the sect's assembly point were displeased, he still managed to see Zhan Xin.

Zhan Xin, naturally, dared not be too presumptuous in front of her fellow disciples. She had already been reprimanded by her master upon returning to the sect because of the scandal. Therefore, even though she was secretly pleased that Chen Xuan had come to see her alone, she could only maintain a cold, expressionless face under the watchful eyes of everyone.

"What brings Fellow Daoist Chen Xuan to me?" Zhan Xin kept his distance from Chen Xuan as much as possible for the sake of his sect's reputation.

Chen Xuan knew the difficulty of severing the heart, so he gave a helpless bitter smile and handed her an envelope, saying, "There is some information inside. You can burn it after you have read it."

Zhan Xin took the envelope, her eyes filled with grievance as she looked at Chen Xuan. She had a thousand words she wanted to say to Chen Xuan, but under the watchful eyes of everyone in the sect, she could only hold them back.

Chen Xuan looked at Zhan Xin's slightly reddened eyes and knew that she must have been scolded and wronged after returning to Taiqing Palace after their last separation. However, there were too many people around and too much gossip, so he could not disregard the reputation and face of Taiqing Palace. He could only secretly transmit his voice and say, "Alright, I understand what you're thinking. We'll talk in detail after we meet in the secret realm."

"Yes, I know." Zhan Xin listened to Chen Xuan's telepathic message and said softly, "Take care. After this secret realm ends, I've decided to attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm. At that time, even Master won't be able to stop us."

"Hmm." Chen Xuan nodded with a smile, then bowed to Zhan Xin and said, "Fairy, Chen Xuan takes his leave."

"Thank you for sending the message, Fellow Daoist Chen Xuan. I will definitely inform my sect elders about this matter," Zhan Xin replied.

After saying that, Chen Xuan turned and flew away without looking back.

After Chen Xuan left, Zhan Xin coldly glanced at the various groups of cultivators who had just entered the secret realm assembly point, then turned and stepped into the sect assembly point.

Time passed quickly, and the day arrived when the ancient Immortal Realm Secret Realm opened. During this time, even more cultivators arrived at the Secret Realm's gathering point. Some even started fighting immediately when enemies met there.