Ye Beichen had returned to the Heavenly Sect some days ago.
Last time, Lin Mo had discussed with Ye Beichen the possibility of exchanging the cultivation techniques, arrays, and elixir recipes he mastered for spirit stones.
When Ye Beichen appeared at the entrance of Star Sect, Lin Mo greeted him with a smile and welcomed him into the sect.
Although Lin Mo was of a cold nature, he still believed in the existence of true friendship, and Ye Beichen, with his refreshing personality, was worthy of association.
"Brother Ye, I've been waiting for you for a long time."
Lin Mo smiled as he invited Ye Beichen into Star Sect and soon received him in a quiet spot within a small courtyard.
When Sikong Lianyan saw Ye Beichen, her face revealed a hint of astonishment. Ye Beichen's handsome appearance was compelling, even carrying a somewhat devilish charm, making him dozens of times more handsome than the stars of those Han Country idol groups.
Especially the unique aura emanating from Ye Beichen and his contemptuous gaze towards everything made him incomparable even to the scions of the great families in Beijing.
"Little Lian, go make a nice cup of tea for Brother Ye," Lin Mo ordered.
"Okay."
Sikong Lianyan nodded, shifting her gaze away from Ye Beichen and obediently heading towards a room.
Although Sikong Lianyan held a grudge against Lin Mo, itching to bite him, over the past few days, she had witnessed Lin Mo's cultivation scenes: his aura casting brilliance like the sun, white fog rolling like waves, and swallowing moonlight.
The disciples in the sect were even flying with swords, making this place seem like a holy land of immortal cultivation straight out of ancient myths.
Gradually, Sikong Lianyan's hatred for Lin Mo was mixed with a sense of awe.
Soon, the fragrant tea was served. Sikong Lianyan intended to stand beside Lin Mo and eavesdrop but was shooed away by a wave of Lin Mo's hand.
Ye Beichen took a sip of tea and laughed, "Heh, Brother Lin, I've barely been gone for less than a month, and you've already added another beauty to your side."
Lin Mo wore a helpless expression, "This woman is from Hongmen; I'm keeping her for a reason."
Ye Beichen teased with a raised eyebrow, and Lin Mo, looking helpless, had no intention of explaining too much to him.
However, the smile on Ye Beichen's face suddenly dissipated, turning into a serious expression, "Brother Lin, in the short time since I've been gone, your fame has already spread throughout Heavenly Sect. You killed two elders from Qingxuan Sect, obliterated Miao Xue Divine Palace and slew two Palace Masters. The whole of Heavenly Sect knows about your deeds. Qingxuan Sect is furious; Brother Lin, I really don't know whether this is a good or a bad thing."
"If Qingxuan Sect wants revenge, let them come. I'll kill each one they send," Lin Mo said indifferently, taking a sip from his teacup.
He spoke calmly, but did not hide the murderous intent in his words.
"Good, you are truly the number one man in the Martial Arts World, Lin Tanyu. Being as free-spirited as you, Brother Lin, is a wish of mine in this lifetime. Unfortunately, behind me is the Beiyao Sect, and I dare not indulge in such unbridled revenge and gratitude as you," Ye Beichen sighed lightly.
"Nevertheless, I must thank Brother Ye for the reminder."
Lin Mo gave a bow of his hands.
Now, having slaughtered two elders of Heavenly Sect and pursued Qingxuan, he had forged a death feud with the Qingxuan Sect.
His actions in Heavenly Sect would probably cause dissatisfaction among various sects within Heavenly Sect. Ye Beichen's words just then were clearly a warning to him that he had caught the attention of people in Heavenly Sect.
"Don't thank me, I've had it with those Qingxuan Sect folks for a long time," Ye Beichen curled his lip, "But there's something else I have to tell you, Qingxuan's brother, Qingzong, seems to have left the Heavenly Sect too. He's one of the top ten experts on the Heavenly Ranking and has the Qinggang Sacred Body."
"Heavenly Ranking? Qinggang Sacred Body?"
Lin Mo frowned slightly.
"The Heavenly Ranking is similar to your mortal Martial Arts World's Martial Artist rankings, where all the super-experts are occupying spots, but it's not just the younger generation, there are also elder figures on it,"
Ye Beichen explained.
Lin Mo nodded, surprised. The list of experts in the entire Heavenly Sect included Qingzong, who was among the best of the best.
"With the strength of Foundation Establishment Ninth Layer and his innate Sacred Body, rumors say that he can even fight against Innate Strong People," Ye Beichen said, his voice carrying a weight of seriousness and worry.
It was obvious that Qingzong's sudden departure from the Heavenly Sect was directed at Lin Mo.
Innate Strong People couldn't easily leave the Heavenly Sect, but Qingzong was not Innate, yet he was infinitely close to an Innate's strength and could step out of Heavenly Sect to kill Lin Mo.
Lin Mo didn't know what Ye Beichen meant by "Qinggang Sacred Body".
But in the vast world, with countless clans standing tall and legends of advanced planes' existence, Lin Mo was also aware of some special physiques. Zhenyang Body, Fire Phoenix Body, Yin Yang Dao Body; those who had these unique bodies possessed cultivation speed and strength far beyond ordinary people, revered as ones kissed by the heavens.
"Whatever Qinggang Sacred Body he's got, if he dares to come after me, I'll surely kill him."
Lin Mo said calmly.
"Haha, I knew you'd say that, truly Lin Tanyu," Ye Beichen laughed heartily. "Enough about that, let's talk business. I went back and discussed the matter you proposed with my father and several elder uncles, and they were all shocked that someone in the mortal realm possessed Demon Clan cultivation techniques and recipes for elixirs suitable for them. Honestly, if I hadn't promised to come see you, they'd probably have rushed out of Heavenly Sect by now."
Ye Beichen stared straight at Lin Mo, almost as if he was looking at a mountain of gold, his eyes barely short of lighting up with greed.
The Demon Clan techniques and elixir recipes Lin Mo had offered were carefully selected; not too basic, yet not too advanced. Too advanced, and it might exceed the imagination of those in Heavenly Sect, potentially causing an even bigger stir.
Yet Lin Mo hadn't expected that the techniques he considered 'basic' were still shocking to the Beiyao Sect.
It seemed that since the Cultivators above Golden Core Stage left Earth, the Heavenly Sect had been in gradual decline, with very few remaining techniques, and they all seemed quite basic.
"The two elixir recipes and the two cultivation methods you've provided, I've discussed them with my father and the elders in the sect, and we offer one thousand Top-grade Spirit Stones and a number of Spirit Grass in exchange. How does that sound?"
Ye Beichen finished speaking but felt embarrassed, as the things Lin Mo had brought them were worth far more.
"Brother Lin, to tell you the truth, the Spirit Veins of the major sects within Heavenly Sect are gradually withering, and our Beiyao Sect doesn't have many Spirit Stones left either."
"One thousand Top-grade Spirit Stones?" A glint of sharpness flashed in Lin Mo's eyes.
"Brother Lin, if you find it too little, I can go back and talk to my father again," Ye Beichen said sheepishly.
"One thousand Top-grade Spirit Stones is enough," Lin Mo nodded. Someone like Qingxuan, the scion of the great Qingxuan Sect, carried no more than a few dozen Top-grade Spirit Stones, indicating that such stones were indeed precious in Heavenly Sect.
Joy spread across Ye Beichen's face, "On this trip, I happened to bring the Spirit Stones with me."
Saying that, Ye Beichen took out a Space Ring and handed it to Lin Mo.
"The ring comes as a bonus," smiled Ye Beichen.