Inside cell number nine sat an old man with white hair.

His hands and feet were shackled with heavy chains. He leaned against the wall, eyes closed, utterly still, as if he were dead.

Hearing footsteps, the old man didn't open his eyes but slowly spoke, "Is it mealtime already?"

"I'm not here to bring you food."

Only then did the old man open his eyes, noticing a strange young man standing at the door, looking at him with a hint of confusion.

"Who are you?"

Lin Feng didn't answer. Instead, he glanced around to ensure no one else was present and then pulled a token from his pocket, tossing it inside.

The old man caught the token, glanced at it, and a smile crept onto his face.

"So, you're my disciple's disciple."

Lin Feng chuckled inwardly.

The token he threw to Gongsun Wulong was the Sunflower Sect token he had obtained after killing Ji Wuming's disciple, Zhou Li.

He was here to see if he could use this to coax something out of Gongsun Wulong.

So Lin Feng began to put on a show.

He declared boldly, "Master Ancestor, I am Zhou Li, disciple of Ji Wuming. I risked my life to sneak in here to rescue you."

Gongsun Wulong was half convinced.

Although he had never met Zhou Li, the token was genuine, but he wasn't so easily trusting.

However, hearing Lin Feng's intent to rescue him, Gongsun Wulong showed a trace of relief.

"Good child, that unworthy disciple Wuming did take in a good student."

Lin Feng continued his act, saying, "Master Ancestor, don't worry. I'll go find the key, and then we'll fight our way out of the Capital City."

Gongsun Wulong asked, puzzled, "How did you sneak into the Department Six prison? There are experts everywhere outside."

Lin Feng took out a Yamen token, saying, "I killed a Yamen advisor, stole his token, and snuck in pretending to be him."

This audacious move left Gongsun Wulong at a loss.

But this old fox wasn't so easily fooled. He immediately questioned, "You have two tokens. Who knows which identity you truly hold? Do you have any other proof?"

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Lin Feng remained calm and, without wasting words, performed a set of Sunflower Acupoint Striking Hand and Treading on Snow Without a Trace right in front of him.

This time, Gongsun Wulong had no more doubts and fully accepted Lin Feng as his disciple's disciple.

"Good child, don't bother. Department Six is full of experts. In my injured state, I can't escape and would only drag you down."

"No, I must rescue you, Master Ancestor, to restore the glory of the Sunflower Sect! If anything happens to you, the Sunflower Sect is doomed."

Lin Feng spoke with fervor and righteousness, matching his age and acting skills, portraying a passionate disciple.

Gongsun Wulong was very pleased with Lin Feng as his disciple's disciple.

Such disciples were what sects loved most: young, naive, easily manipulated, and willing to die for the sect with a bit of brainwashing.

He asked, "Isn't your master Ji Wuming still around? The Sunflower Sect won't fall."

Lin Feng forced out two tears, lowered his head, and said, "Master is already dead."

Gongsun Wulong's eyelids twitched, and a murderous aura enveloped him, so intense it was almost tangible, making Lin Feng feel suffocated.

"What did you say?"

"Master Ancestor, my master was killed not long ago." Lin Feng suppressed his unease and continued his act.

"Who? Who killed my disciple?"

Lin Feng initially wanted to say Scholar Lü did it, but fearing it might alter the plot due to his actions, he decided to first redirect the anger.

So he answered, "It seemed to be a joint effort by Wudang's Chongxu Daoist and Shaolin Temple's Master Zhiqing."

These two unfortunates were destined to die anyway, so helping Tongfu Inn redirect some of the heat was putting them to good use.

Hearing this, Gongsun Wulong suppressed his anger and said in a deep voice, "Very well, daring to kill my disciple, this feud must be avenged!"

"Master Ancestor, let me rescue you so we can take revenge!"

Gongsun Wulong stopped him again, explaining, "No rush. My strength hasn't recovered. Even if we escape the cell, we can't fight against so many experts from Department Six. Once I recover, no cell can hold me."

"Good disciple, your intentions make me happy. Wuming didn't choose the wrong disciple. You should leave now, so you don't get implicated. I'll come find you once I'm out."

Gongsun Wulong was quite good to his own people; otherwise, he wouldn't be avenging Ji Wuming.

Lin Feng then showed a troubled expression, saying, "Master Ancestor, my martial arts are weak, and I've killed a bailiff. It won't be long before the Yamen tracks me down. I'm afraid I won't be able to wait for you to come out."

Saying this, he wiped away 'crocodile' tears, looking loyal, and said, "But it's okay. As long as you can get out, Master Ancestor, I have no regrets even if I'm caught or killed. Just promise to burn me a couple of martial arts manuals, so I can practice in the afterlife without being bullied."

With that, Lin Feng stood up and left dejectedly.

"Wait, disciple."

Gongsun Wulong called him back.

Lin Feng was secretly delighted but maintained an honest appearance, turning back to ask, "Master Ancestor, is there anything else you need me to do? I'll do my best to accomplish it."

Gongsun Wulong nodded appreciatively at Lin Feng, motioning him to come closer.

When Lin Feng reached the cell door, Gongsun Wulong extended his hand, patted him, and praised him.

"Your talent is a bit lacking, but still decent. Most importantly, you're loyal and respectful. I won't let you be bullied. I'll teach you a cultivation method, one even your master hasn't learned. Once you master it, combined with Treading on Snow Without a Trace, you'll at least be able to protect yourself."

"Really? Thank you, Master Ancestor! When you come out, I'll definitely restore the Sunflower Sect's reputation!"

Lin Feng was overjoyed and quickly pledged his loyalty. After all, sweet words cost nothing, so saying a bit more wouldn't hurt.

Gongsun Wulong was even more satisfied and then taught him a martial art.

Lin Feng expected it to be a Profound Grade martial art, but to his surprise, it was a defensive martial art of Earth Grade!

[Martial Art: Turtle Shell Divine Art]: Earth Grade, Lower Tier. Base Defense +210 points, Vitality +600 points, Normal Area Damage Immunity +13%, Critical and Weak Spot Damage Immunity 7%.

Passive: This cultivation method automatically grants immunity to acupoint striking once, with a 24-hour cooldown.

Active: Upon activation, grants immunity to all acupoint striking for 30 seconds and automatically restores 10% of Vitality, with a 48-hour cooldown.

Consumption: Each use consumes 400 points of Internal Strength.

Condition: Only martial artists with a Dexterity of 60 points or higher can learn.

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"This Turtle Shell Divine Art is an ultimate technique I snatched from the Sea Turtle Daoist. That old turtle was hard to kill, costing me a great deal of effort. But this arcane technique is rare, making it worth the effort."

"Disciple, once you've mastered it, leave. When I get out, I'll take you to avenge, and I'll wash the entire martial world in blood."

With that, Gongsun Wulong closed his eyes again to meditate and heal, ignoring Lin Feng.

Lin Feng knew he wouldn't be taught a second move. Having gotten what he came for, he was satisfied.

Initially, he planned to use Zhou Li's token to see if he could trick something out of Gongsun Wulong. Whether it worked or not, it was worth a try.

Unexpectedly, not only did it work, but he also obtained an Earth Grade martial art!

It was like winning a million-dollar lottery with a five-dollar ticket.

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