Cultivation Begins with Skill Points-Chapter 233: The Sect Master’s Train of Thought

Faced with Chen Jia’s scolding, Zhong Lin just smiled sheepishly, his previous attitude was indeed somewhat arrogant.

He collected the remaining blood crystals into his storage bracelet. After a bit of searching, he found some supplies stored by Han Jin in a cave not far away.

Gold, silver, jewels, secret technique manuals, elixirs and spiritual materials...

Unfortunately, these things couldn’t catch Zhong Lin’s eye anymore, not even as valuable as a few spirit stones. Nonetheless, he collected them all in his storage space, as it was better than leaving them here to rot and he might as well take them back to the Sword Cauldron Sect.

After an hour, Zhong Lin transformed into a streak of flame and shot into the sky, leaving the Black Wind Forest in an instant.

He dared not explore the Blood Cave. Just approaching it gave him a sense of dread, who knows what eerie things were inside? It’s better to wait until his Martial Arts Cultivation is stronger and then take a look. Zhong Lin has a hunch that there’s definitely a big secret hidden in the Blood Cave.

He went there empty-handed and returned with abundant gains. Simply achieving the breakthrough to the Fifth Layer of the Dragon Elephant Golden Body was enough to make him brim with joy, not to mention resolving the matter with the Blood Demon Sect, ensuring at least a hundred years of peace on the Xuan Gui Continent. After a century, Zhong Lin is confident he can unlock the secrets of the Blood Cave.

"The Deputy Sect Master has returned."

As soon as Zhong Lin’s figure appeared above the Sword Cauldron Sect, the sect disciples exclaimed, mainly because those wings were too distinctive. The Red Flames Wings spread open, burning half the sky.

Zhong Lin retracted his Red Flames Wings and landed in the Green Bamboo Courtyard.

"Still need to quickly break through to the Spirit Sea Realm. Although the speed of the Red Flames Wings in flight is fast, it makes too much of a commotion and doesn’t match my style."

With a shake of Zhong Lin’s body, the several meters long Red Flames Wings dissipated, and the scorching heat surrounding him gradually faded.

"Second Brother."

The little stone who was practicing boxing in the courtyard looked at Zhong Lin descending from the sky with his eyes wide open, let out a sharp cry, and directly lunged over.

"Where are the wings, why are they gone? Second Brother, let me see them again."

Little Stone kept touching Zhong Lin’s back in excitement and curiosity while Zhong Lin smiled and held his little head down, rendering him unable to escape no matter how much he struggled.

"You’ve seen them before, want to see again? Forgot when you got your hands burned last time?"

Previously, Zhong Lin had demonstrated once in front of him, and Little Stone, being mischievous, reached out to touch. Fortunately, Zhong Lin had restrained most of the heat; otherwise he could have burned to ashes. Even so, Little Stone was burned and howling and had to apply a special ointment for burns, which took a while to heal.

"Second Brother, when can I practice to get wings?" Little Stone asked, frustrated.

"Soon, soon."

"Liar, you said the same thing last time."

"Well then concentrate and practice diligently, your second brother has prepared all the cultivation materials for you. As long as you stick to the plan, you’ll be able to grow wings sooner or later," Zhong Lin replied, patting Little Stone’s head with a smile.

A series of footsteps came from outside, and soon Yu Jinglei’s figure walked in.

Little Stone quickly straightened his clothes, respectfully saluting: "Greetings, Sect Master."

"Sect Master."

Yu Jinglei laughed and helped Little Stone up: "Go and play! I have something to discuss with your second brother."

"Yes."

After Little Stone left, Yu Jinglei opened his mouth and asked, "Zhong Lin, have you found any clues about the Gu Family’s matter?"

"Already resolved."

"Oh?"

Zhong Lin didn’t hide anything, detailing everything that happened deep within the Black Wind Forest, including the Blood Cave, Blood Demon Technique, Blood Soul Pill, and Blood Corpse.

After hearing this, Yu Jinglei was greatly shocked, exclaiming, "I didn’t expect there to be such secrets on the Xuan Gui Continent. Fortunately, Zhong Lin, you returned from the Luoxing Islands, otherwise, if Han Jin’s plot had succeeded, the entire Xuan Gui Continent would have been plagued with suffering."

"It’s a pity my cultivation isn’t enough to uncover the secrets of the Blood Cave and cannot address the issue at its source," Zhong Lin lamented.

"Hahaha, it’s merely a matter of time. With your talent, Zhong Lin, one day you will reach the pinnacle, by then solving the Blood Cave will be just a trivial matter."

Zhong Lin slightly smiled without responding. Since returning from the Luoxing Islands, Yu Jinglei’s attitude toward him had changed significantly, always praising him intentionally or unintentionally. It’s unclear if he was worried Zhong Lin wouldn’t take him off the Xuan Gui Continent or if he truly admired him.

"Zhong Lin, this Sect Master of the Sword Cauldron Sect is indeed a talented person. No wonder he could become the Sect Master. If you establish a sect on the Luoxing Islands in the future, you could continue to let him manage sect affairs. With that face, he would definitely manage it well for you."

Chen Jia’s teasing voice came from the Soul Nourishing Ring.

"Zhong Lin, I noticed Elder Yin Dao Yan has a storage bracelet in his hand. Do you still have another one?"

Yu Jinglei rubbed his hands, looking a bit anxious.

A few days ago, Yin Dao Yan had inadvertently revealed the function of the storage bracelet in front of him, and the legendary treasure which could hold countless items made his eyes turn red with envy, so he rushed over as soon as he saw Zhong Lin return.

Zhong Lin smiled and said, "Just to let the Sect Master know, this item is made from a treasure called Void Stone from the Luoxing Islands. Due to the quality differences, the amount of space varies. I managed to get only two storage bracelets on the Luoxing Islands, but I do have storage bags. However, their space is too small, incomparable to the storage bracelet. Originally, I was planning to get another one for the Sect Master upon returning to the Luoxing Islands."

Yu Jinglei’s eyes lit up: "No worries, I’m not picky, a storage bag will do. I’ll find a better one once we reach the Luoxing Islands myself."

"In that case, Sect Master, please wait a moment."

Zhong Lin turned and went into his room, returning shortly with a palm-sized bag in his hand.

One characteristic of spatial equipment is that they cannot be placed within each other, as it could easily destabilize the space inside or even shatter the Void Stone within.

This is why Zhong Lin didn’t put the storage bag into the storage bracelet. It’s not that he didn’t want to, he simply couldn’t.

"Sect Master, I’ve put some spirit stones and elixirs in the storage bag for cultivation use, yet it’s still crucial to handle sect matters swiftly."

Yu Jinglei received the storage bag with pleasure, skillfully channeling his Innate True Qi into it, evidently having learned the usage method from Yin Dao Yan.

He repeatedly put the spirit stones inside and took them out, having a grandiose time.

"What a marvelous item! Such a thing is indeed essential for theft, robbery, and arson." Yu Jinglei marveled.

Zhong Lin raised an eyebrow; Yu Jinglei’s perspective was indeed quite unique!

"The sect matters are nearly settled. Once we leave, Elder Lu will manage the sect affairs. With the assistance of many elders, there won’t be any issues. As for the reason... seeking martial arts at sea."

Zhong Lin’s eyes lit up; this is a good reason! It allows him to share some Luoxing Islands information when he returns next time, avoiding the need for secrecy.

"Sect Master is truly talented."