"Little Xinli, are you not going to bid farewell to your family?" Xiang inquired with curiosity.

"I don't have to..."

"My parents passed away a long time ago, and I also don't have any close relatives, so there's no one to say goodbye to. I don't have any valuable possessions at home either, so there's no need to return. I will simply wait here for the departure."

Upon hearing my response, Xiang's expression softened, and I could see genuine sadness in her eyes. Her reaction piqued my interest, making me wonder about her own experiences...

"You don't have to feel sad," I said, trying to lighten the mood. "This world is full of uncertainties. We never know what tomorrow might bring."

…..

Within the Mo Clan, Mo Gu leaned in, his voice tight with irritation, as he spoke to the middle-aged man seated before him.

"I require information on this individual," he said, handing over the details about Xinli.

The middle-aged man's curiosity was piqued, his interest evident as he leaned forward in his chair. "Ohhh? And why, pray tell, do you seek knowledge about this person?" he inquired, his voice laced with fascination.

"Just a minor grievance, nothing more," Mo Gu replied, his irritation palpable.

Indeed, this was the clandestine hub where the Mo Clan gathered intelligence, akin to a secret faction within the clan.

"Very well, when shall we commence our investigation into this individual?"

"Now. I require his information within the hour, so make haste; we are out of time," Mo Gu snapped, his anger simmering beneath the surface.

'It seems this Xinli has truly incurred the wrath of this brat,' the middle-aged man mused silently.

"Step forward," he commanded.

And just like that, four figures emerged from the shadows, clad in black from head to toe like enigmatic ninjas.

"Go forth and gather information on this Xinli. I want it within the hour, so swiftly," the man ordered, his tone filled with urgency.

The four figures nodded in unison, disappearing into the shadows as quickly as they had appeared.

....,

After an hour had passed,

Mo Gu questioned the middle-aged man, "Have you discovered anything?" Mo Shi watched attentively from the sidelines. Mo Shi's curiosity about Xinli was evident as he accompanied Mo Gu. But why would he follow this fool if not for that?

"Yes, a considerable amount, but it comes with a price," the middle-aged man replied with a sly smile, tapping his finger. The documents on Xinli were spread out on the table. It is known that obtaining information always requires payment, even within the same clan. Mo Gu must pay the price. If the other person is not the clan head

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"How much?" Mo Gu inquired.

"500 silver coins," the middle-aged man promptly answered.

"Very well, here you go," Mo Gu handed over the money casually. Although 500 silver coins may be a hefty sum for some, it was manageable for Mo Gu.

"Take it. We gathered all the necessary information about that boy Xinli within an hour. If only we had more time, we could have gathered even more."

Mo clan and the other 3 clans why did they remain untouched within this barren land? Because they are still Protected by their main clan… the Mo clan and the other 3 clans are just lineage clans… their true powerhouse remains unaware…

Upon receiving Xinli's document,

Mo Gu discovered that Xinli was a prodigy within the Gurung Family, achieving the 5th layer of the Qi gathering realm at just 12 years old. Despite his remarkable abilities, Xinli's existence was known to only a select few, as his parents preferred to maintain a low profile to avoid trouble.

Unfortunately, a misunderstanding with the Mo Clan led to their tragic demise.

To prevent any potential retaliation from Xinli in the future, the Mo Clan devised a plan to sabotage his cultivation by poisoning a pill. This resulted in Xinli experiencing Qi deviation several years ago, thinking he might have gotten demise.

The sudden reappearance of Xinli now poses a mystery, as his appearance has seemingly changed from black hair and blue eyes to white hair and white eyes. This has left the Mo Clan uncertain whether he is indeed the same individual or not. Or twins?

…..,

Bam!

"Son of a bitch! if he had nothing left then how can I make him regret?" Mo Gu throws the document on the floor while shouting, Mo Shi just watched while pondering

"Screw it, I will deal with this commoner in my own way" Mo Gu cursed

"Okay, okay, let's put off discussing this topic for now on how to handle that boy... I've heard that a few of our older brothers have also joined the Profound-Enmity sect... so if the need arises, let's seek their assistance... but for now, we should get ready to leave" Mo Shi reminded him

"Tsk, Okay"

….,

Although Xiang and I have only met recently, we have become quite close. We don't know the reason, but fate must be playing its role.

"Sister Xiang, do disciples have ranks?" I asked her

"Ummmm…Yes.. Our sect has different disciple levels: outer, inner, core, and personal. Right now, you're an outer disciple but don't worry, there are plenty of opportunities for you to move up the ranks.

In just three months, there will be a competition for the outer disciples. If you pass it, you'll be promoted to an inner disciple. This will open up a whole new world of knowledge and experiences for you."

"However, it's important to remember that trouble can sometimes find its way to us, despite the rules in the sect to maintain balance. So, always be cautious.

If you ever find yourself in a situation you can't handle, don't hesitate to seek help from me. Alright?"

"Hehe, alright. If they don't mess with me, then I won't bother with them either."

She stared at me with an amused expression before speaking again. Her cold tone seemed to disappear whenever she talked to me, which was quite noticeable.

"After becoming an inner disciple, you will have the chance to join a faction. So, think carefully about which one you want to join," she reminded me.

"Which faction are you in, Sister Xiang?" I asked.

"I haven't joined any faction yet," she replied.

"Ohhh…"

"I like to be independent, so I have not joined any factions," she clarified.

"Um... By the way, Sister Xiang, can you give some guidance on how many realms there are?"

"As far as is known, there are eight realms: Qi Gathering Realm, Bone Forging Realm, Meridian Forging Realm, Foundation Building Realm, Spiritual Sea Opening Realm, Soul Forging Realm, Tribulation Realm, and Transcendent Realm. Every realm has its own phases to pass through to step onto the next realm, so keep improving."

"Okay... don't dwell on this topic... you have a long way to go."

"Oh, then Sister Xiang, which realm are you at?" I asked her with a pondering tone.

"No need to ask; everyone has their own secrets, like yours."

'Oops, this beauty has quite a keen eye,' I thought.

"Haha, how can I have a secret? I am just a nobody," I said, scratching my head and laughing awkwardly.

"…"

"…"