Versatile Sword Cultivator

Chapter 295 – Looking for the Sword Sect

Chapter 295 – Looking for the Sword Sect

Leaving Spirit Beast Mountain, Lin Jichen made a stop at Sword Palace. Confirming that his master was still in seclusion, he left somewhat disappointed.

Returning to the Inner Temple's mission area, Lin Jichen began selecting a new task.

He didn't dare take on any experience missions, as some snitch had exposed his whereabouts. Therefore, Lin Jichen could only accept solo tasks to avoid being reported again.

Scanning the mission board, a special task caught Lin Jichen's attention.

[Hell Mission]: Find the Violet Illusion Spirit Incense.

[Mission Description]: Locate the Earth Grade herb, Violet Illusion Spirit Incense.

[Mission Reward]: +3000 sect contribution points, +5000 low-grade spirit stones, +1 Earth Grade elixir, and an additional skill transfer from the Grand Elder.

[Mission Tip]: The Violet Illusion Spirit Incense is a supreme-grade Earth Grade herb, extremely rare and typically found in extremely cold regions. It may take a significant amount of time to locate, and it is usually guarded by a powerful spirit beast. Exercise caution when accepting this mission.

After a brief contemplation, Lin Jichen took the mission token and, after registering it, left the Inner Temple.

Just as he left, the disciple who registered the mission hurriedly ran to Spirit Sword Mountain to find Chu Tianhan.

"You mean Lin Jichen took on the Violet Illusion Spirit Incense mission?"

"Yes, Senior Brother. He took the mission token and left."

"Good, I understand. Here is your reward. Remember to keep this to yourself."

"Yes, Senior Brother!"

After the reporting disciple left, Chu Tianhan gazed at the sea of clouds outside Spirit Sword Mountain, a sharp glint in his eyes.

"Lin Jichen, you've escaped twice by sheer luck. Your luck is truly astounding, but this time, you won't survive."

For Chu Tianhan, he never relaxed his vigilance just because his opponent seemed weak. On the contrary, he would go to any lengths to eliminate his adversary.

He wasn't one of those foolish villains who waited for their opponent to grow strong before confronting them head-on. He believed in eliminating threats before they had a chance to develop.

To get rid of Lin Jichen, he even went as far as leaking Lin Jichen's whereabouts and identity to the Shadow Soul Hall, hoping to use them to kill him.

Unfortunately, Luo Muxian had disappointed him, allowing Lin Jichen to escape once more.

But this time, Chu Tianhan was certain Lin Jichen would die.

Because this time, he would take matters into his own hands.

***

Leaving the Inner Temple, Lin Jichen planned to leave the Sword Sect and visit his shop in Fengqu City. He also intended to deliver the promised dress to Jiang Luoyu.

Just as he stepped out of the Sword Sect's gate, a familiar voice called out.

"Jichen~"

Lin Jichen paused. A woman in a servant's uniform, holding a broom, ran towards him with joy.

"Jichen, I finally found you." The woman's eyes sparkled as she looked at Lin Jichen, almost not recognizing him.

Lin Jichen's appearance in the game was drastically different from his real-life self.

It was like comparing a long-haired ancient warrior to a modern short-haired man. Even if they were the same person, it would be hard for anyone who wasn't very familiar with him to recognize him.

The difference in aura and appearance was so vast, like a hero in a game getting a new skin. Without being told who it was, and without any distinctive features, could you recognize them at a glance?

This was why no one in real life recognized Lin Jichen. The difference was too great.

It wasn't that his looks were drastically different; it was mainly the aura and style that were completely different, making him unrecognizable.

Of course, this didn't include those very familiar with Lin Jichen, like the woman in front of him, Guo Jie.

Seeing Guo Jie here, Lin Jichen wasn't delighted like she was. Instead, a murderous intent flashed in his eyes!

He almost thought this was the merged world and was about to act, but fortunately, he restrained his killing intent quickly.

Killing a fellow disciple in front of so many people in the Sword Sect was a grave taboo.

Even for Lin Jichen, it was unacceptable.

Besides, in a game, even if he killed Guo Jie, she would just respawn.

However, the momentary killing intent from Lin Jichen still startled Guo Jie.

Lin Jichen's gaze was terrifying just now.

But she quickly dismissed it as her imagination, thinking Lin Jichen was just still angry with her.

Lin Jichen didn't expect this woman to come looking for him in the game and even follow him to the Sword Sect.

But he had no intention of talking to her, passing by her as if she were air.

Seeing this, Guo Jie quickly ran in front of Lin Jichen again, spreading her arms to block his path.

If they were friends in the game, she would probably have tried to hug him directly.

Blocking Lin Jichen's way, Guo Jie slowly spoke, "Jichen, are you really so heartless as to forget all our feelings and happy memories?"

She pouted, looking pitiful, with tears naturally welling up in her eyes.

Her performance was so convincing, her acting top-notch.

If Lin Jichen didn't know her so well, he might have been fooled.

He knew this woman too well. It's no exaggeration to say that if Guo Jie had a chance to act, she would definitely win awards for playing clever bitches.

Even Ellie from "Home Temptation" wouldn't be her match.

Seeing her like this didn't evoke pity in Lin Jichen; instead, he felt extreme disgust, like discovering a woman you were about to sleep with was actually a man.

If not for the Sword Sect disciple's identity, Lin Jichen would have already drawn his sword.

"Move," Lin Jichen said coldly, his eyes filled with unfamiliarity and disgust as he looked at Guo Jie.

"Jichen, I'm sorry for what I did before. If you forgive me, I promise to love only you from now on," Guo Jie pleaded.

She wouldn't let Lin Jichen go. After playing this game, she realized how valuable Lin Jichen was.

She heard that any piece of equipment he had could sell for millions, and many guilds offered sky-high contracts to recruit him.

All this made Guo Jie see Lin Jichen's money-making potential.

Already nearly broke, Guo Jie couldn't miss out on Lin Jichen, her money tree.

She also regretted it. If she had known Lin Jichen had this ability, she wouldn't have needed to flirt with those second-generation wealthy guys.

If she had stayed loyal, Lin Jichen wouldn't have abandoned her and would have treated her well unconditionally.

Of course, Guo Jie didn't think it would be difficult now. She knew Lin Jichen too well, a typical soft-hearted guy.

She had made him suspicious and angry several times before, but without evidence, a few sweet words from her would always calm him down.

This time, it was just more serious because Lin Jichen had seen the evidence, making it harder to resolve.

But it didn't matter; everything was under her control!