Dongfang Chuxue was the daughter of the Grand Elder of the Cultivators' Guild.
The Cultivators' Guild was akin to a leadership department, comprised of numerous masters.
Much like how the Feather Badminton Association, the Basketball Guild, and other such organizations operate today.
The establishment of the Cultivators' Guild was intended to regulate cultivators, with various esteemed sects jointly selected to uphold justice for everyone.
Initially, it handled affairs impartially, appearing as a legitimate guild. However, as time passed, everyone's intentions shifted.
Justice? Speak with spirit stones. Disagree?
If you disagree, then we'll fight until you comply.
Such occurrences were quite common. When it was first founded, supporters were treated as masters; whatever they said was heard.
Once they established a foothold, supporters became like grandchildren; whatever they said had to be obeyed.
The Dongfang family was also a member of the Cultivators' Guild, and Dongfang Zhongwen, a member of the family, served as the Grand Elder.
The Cultivators' Guild was jointly formed by six major sects, with Tong Jiade, the sect leader of the Tianshan Sect, serving as the president.
Li Daowen, who led people to the Xian Yuan Sect last time, was one of them.
Dongfang Chuxue. Lin Yuwei softly uttered the name.
Yuwei, if you wish to go now, then go and seek an answer for your father, Lin Song said to Lin Yuwei.
Father, daughter is also conflicted. I want to go but dare not. I don't know what to do if I meet her, Lin Yuwei said with some difficulty.
When she was less than a year old, her mother abandoned her. It could be said that she had never even seen her face.
Meeting when she was a few months old did not leave any memories. Since she could remember, they had never met.
Yuwei, haven't you already decided on the answer in your heart? Lin Song sighed and turned to leave.
Lin Yuwei watched her father's weathered back. After standing for a while, she finally decided to go and see.
Lin Yuwei arrived at the Dongfang family's entrance and paced back and forth, hesitant to approach.
At this moment, a guard walked over and asked, Miss, whom are you looking for?
I... I'm fine. Lin Yuwei regretted saying this immediately. After hesitating for a moment, she gathered her courage and asked, Is your Dongfang Chuxue at home?
Who are you? the guard asked cautiously.
I suppose I am an acquaintance from the past. Lin Yuwei dared not say she was her daughter, nor would she.
I'm sorry, please leave. The guard's expression turned cold.
What is it?
At this moment, a woman with flowing long hair walked over and asked.
Miss, this person claims to be looking for your aunt, the guard said respectfully.
I see. You can go now, the woman waved to the guard, then pulled Lin Yuwei aside and asked eagerly, My name is Dongfang Lingyu. Why are you looking for my aunt?
I... I want to see her, Lin Yuwei said softly.
Are you Lin Yuwei? From the Xian Yuan Sect? Dongfang Lingyu quickly asked.
Lin Yuwei looked at her with surprise and asked, How do you know?
Come with me quickly, Dongfang Lingyu whispered, glancing at the main gate. She then pulled Lin Yuwei and ran to the side.
I am your cousin. You cannot see Aunt now. If my grandfather discovers your sudden appearance, it will be dangerous. You should leave, Dongfang Lingyu said with concern.
Looking at Lin Yuwei before her, Dongfang Lingyu was filled with mixed emotions.
Why? Lin Yuwei asked.
Don't ask too many questions. Hurry and leave. If you have anything to say, I will convey it for you, Dongfang Lingyu urged.
There's nothing to say. Sorry to have disturbed you. Lin Yuwei nodded to Dongfang Lingyu and left.
Dongfang Lingyu watched Lin Yuwei leave, sighed slightly, and turned to run back into the mansion.
After returning to the mansion, Dongfang Lingyu ran directly to the backyard and stopped outside a door. She said directly to the guards, Open the door. I need to go in and speak with Aunt.
Miss, without Master's orders, you cannot enter. This puts us in a difficult position, one of them said with distress.
Pretend you didn't see anything. I'll take responsibility if anything happens, Dongfang Lingyu said and personally went to push the door.
The two guards indeed pretended not to see, remaining still.
Dongfang Lingyu had done this before, so they turned a blind eye.
Upon entering, Dongfang Lingyu called out, Aunt, I've come to see you.
A voice came from inside the room: Come in.
The woman was dressed in simple clothes, her hair tied up high. Her delicate face was expressionless until she saw Dongfang Lingyu, at which point a faint smile appeared at the corner of her lips.
Aunt, I'll just say a few words and leave. Don't get too emotional later, Dongfang Lingyu gave a heads-up.
Don't worry. Aunt has long seen past life and death. What could possibly make me emotional? Dongfang Chuxue said softly.
I just saw my cousin Lin Yuwei. She came to find you, Dongfang Lingyu said urgently after receiving confirmation.
Swish...
Dongfang Chuxue, whose expression had been calm, suddenly changed. Tears began to well up in her eyes.
The room was silent. Dongfang Lingyu could even hear the rapid sound of her breathing.
Aunt, what's wrong? Dongfang Lingyu asked with concern.
Dongfang Chuxue subtly wiped the tears from her eyes and said softly, Aunt is fine. Lingyu, you should leave. It's not good to stay here with Aunt for too long.
Sigh... Take care, Aunt. Dongfang Lingyu sighed and turned to leave.
Is she well?
The moment Dongfang Lingyu stepped out the door, Dongfang Chuxue couldn't help but ask.
She's fine. She's as beautiful as you are. I'll go find her outside now. Does Aunt have anything to convey? Dongfang Lingyu turned back and asked.
No. Please see her for Aunt, Dongfang Chuxue shook her head.
Alright, I'm leaving. Dongfang Lingyu said and ran outside.
Until Dongfang Lingyu disappeared from sight, Dongfang Chuxue could no longer hold back. She slumped over the table and wept uncontrollably.
Lin Yuwei walked out of the Dongfang family's residence, her soul lost. She walked the streets absentmindedly. She had gathered the courage to try and see her, but ultimately failed.
Furthermore, the woman she met claimed to be her cousin, but she couldn't be sure, and even less could she let her relay a message.
However, what Dongfang Lingyu had said made Lin Yuwei curious. What did she mean it would be dangerous if her grandfather found out about her appearance?
While Lin Yuwei's thoughts were in turmoil, she spotted a familiar figure. Instantly, her face bloomed with a smile, and her face overflowed with surprise.
Lin Yuwei mustered her courage and walked quickly toward Xia Feng.
Senior, long time no see.
Lin Yuwei walked up to Xia Feng and called out cautiously.
Xia Feng turned to look at Lin Yuwei and smiled, It’s been many days. Your cultivation has indeed increased.
Lin Yuwei felt as if she had eaten honey for eighty-two years upon hearing Xia Feng’s praise. Her heart was filled with joy, and she said softly,
Whatever Yuwei has achieved today is thanks to Senior's efforts. Yuwei will never forget this, even until death.