After Rebirth, I Quit the Sect—Senior and Junior Sisters Regret It Bitterly! - Chapter 35:

Chapter 35: A Man with a Beast’s Heart Is Not Worthy of Staying in the Sect?:

Holding back his laughter, Lu Chen said calmly, “You’re really bold with your words.”

Zhang Youcai deeply regretted his actions. He didn’t even care if Lu Chen laughed at him and admitted, “I was drunk at the time. If I had known this would happen, I would have swallowed those words and never let them slip.”

But unfortunately, spilled water cannot be recovered. The words had already been spoken, and no matter how much he tried to make amends, it was useless. Zhang Youcai never expected that just a few words would nearly cost him his life.

“Brother, our future is uncertain, and danger is still everywhere. We should run.” Zhang Youcai was still fearful and cautiously asked.

“Alright.”

Lu Chen finally agreed. Zhang Youcai was so relieved that he nearly ran off immediately. However, he still needed Lu Chen to guide the way.

The area around them was filled with towering trees, dense and clustered together. He couldn’t even tell which direction was which. If he ran without thinking, he might end up rushing straight into the enemy’s hands. This wasn’t a risk he could afford.

After a brief moment of thought, Lu Chen pointed southwest.

“This way.”

“Alright, I’ll follow you, Brother!”

Zhang Youcai finally felt his nerves relax slightly. They were finally leaving! If they stayed any longer, he might not be killed by the Black Hawk Gate members, but he’d certainly die of anxiety.

…

Mystic Spirit Holy Sect.

After confirming that Lu Chen had regained his cultivation, the entire sect was left in shock!

Even Yu Yanxue, who was always composed and calm, found herself unsettled.

Lu Chen… had his cultivation back?

Did this happen before he left the sect, or was it a result of some fortunate encounter after he left?

Logically speaking, if it had happened before he left the sect, she should have sensed something. But why hadn’t she noticed anything at all?

And if it had happened after he left the sect… then wasn’t this just a cruel joke played by the heavens on the Mystic Spirit Holy Sect?

For a full hour, Yu Yanxue locked herself in her room, not moving an inch.

Outside the door, a young attendant stood emotionless, turning away every visitor who came to see her.

The entire sect was in turmoil.

Some disciples even speculated whether Lu Chen would return.

If he did, would it be to rejoin the sect or… to take revenge?

Qi Ze’s heart was in turmoil, filled with panic.

If Lu Chen had truly regained his cultivation, then the first person to suffer would be him!

Back when he learned that Lu Chen had lost his cultivation, he hadn’t openly acted against him. But in the shadows, he had certainly played his part.

If those deeds were exposed… he would be utterly disgraced.

Gulp!

Qi Ze swallowed hard, his Adam’s apple bobbing as his expression grew darker and more conflicted.

While the sect was in chaos, Meng Yu had already rushed to Xiao Ye Peak.

Senior Sister Wen was back!

Meng Yu was overwhelmed with excitement.

Three days ago, she had used divination and learned that Wen Keyao would return.

And now, early in the morning, she received news—Wen Keyao had returned to the sect!

Now that news of Lu Chen’s restored cultivation was spreading like wildfire, this was the perfect time to go to the sect master and request his return!

Alone, she didn’t have enough influence.

She needed help.

The steady and composed Wen Keyao was the perfect ally!

Unlike Chi Lingxiao, Wen Keyao had a broad vision and always considered the bigger picture.

She must have already heard about Lu Chen’s expulsion from the sect.

If Meng Yu could convince her to go together and plead with the sect master, then Senior Brother Lu Chen’s return would be within reach!

Excitement surged through Meng Yu’s heart.

She also hoped that Lu Chen would be willing to look past everything and forgive what had been done to him.

The Mystic Spirit Holy Sect needed Lu Chen.

Even though this was unfair to Lu Chen.

Even if he refused to return, the sect owed him justice!

What Bai Ningruo had said that day had been cruel, but it was also true.

Lu Chen had guarded the Demonic Cave for over three hundred years. He had seen all kinds of treasures—why would he ruin a spiritual spring and tarnish his own name?

Anyone with common sense would know that was impossible.

And yet, the people of Mystic Spirit Holy Sect had willingly turned a blind eye!

Unconsciously, Meng Yu pouted, filled with resentment.

Xiao Ye Peak.

The sun shone brightly, and the air was fresh.

With Wen Keyao’s presence, the entire peak felt even more peaceful and gentle.

Meng Yu was full of hope.

Since joining the sect, she had never needed Wen Keyao as much as she did now.

So when that familiar, gentle figure appeared, Meng Yu felt her nose sting with emotion.

“Senior Sister Wen, what has you in such a rush?”

Wen Keyao’s gaze was as calm as water as she asked softly.

Meng Yu could not remain as composed. Before even steadying her breath, she hurriedly spoke.

“Senior Sister Wen, I have something to ask of you! Please help me!”

“You must have heard about Senior Brother Lu Chen’s expulsion. I want to ask you to go with me to the sect master and beg her to take back her decision.”

“That way, Senior Brother can come back!”

Wen Keyao’s eyes trembled slightly, but her expression quickly turned indifferent.

“Lu Chen betrayed the sect, destroyed the spiritual spring, and disregarded his fellow disciples. The sect master expelled him, and it was his rightful punishment.”

Meng Yu was stunned, her mind buzzing.

Senior Sister Wen had always been gentle and kind—how could she say something so heartless?

And more importantly, that wasn’t even the truth!

Senior Sister Wen was intelligent. There was no way she didn’t know the truth.

Then why was she still thinking that way?

“Senior Sister Wen, that’s not what happened! Senior Brother was framed!”

Meng Yu tried to argue.

But Wen Keyao was already shaking her head, her tone growing even colder.

“Meng Yu, I advise you to give up on this idea. Don’t go to the sect master and make a fool of yourself.”

“If she wanted Lu Chen to return, she would have already summoned him. Since she hasn’t, it means she doesn’t want Lu Chen back.”

“Their fates have already ended. There’s no need to force it.”

Meng Yu’s heart sank deeper and deeper as she stared at the gentle-looking woman before her in disbelief.

Was this still Wen Keyao?

Had she always been this indifferent?

“I know that if I go alone, the sect master won’t agree no matter how much I say. But I believe that if you speak up, she will consider it.”

Wen Keyao lifted her gaze slightly and gave Meng Yu a calm glance.

“My opinion?”

“Yes! Everyone knows that aside from the sect master, you are the most rational person in Mystic Spirit Holy Sect!”

Meng Yu wanted to say that if Wen Keyao spoke up, the sect master would take it seriously.

But before she could finish, Wen Keyao interrupted her.

“Meng Yu, since you want my opinion, then I’ll be frank. I support the sect master’s decision, and I will not go with you to ask for Lu Chen’s return.”

Her voice was firm, leaving no room for negotiation.

Meng Yu was dumbfounded.

“Senior Sister Wen, why are you like this? Why do you think this way? Do you not care about the future of Mystic Spirit Holy Sect?”

“Who said the sect cannot flourish without Lu Chen? Someone as cold-hearted as him should have been expelled long ago!”

Wen Keyao’s chest rose and fell slightly, her delicate face flushing with emotion.

Ignoring Meng Yu’s shocked expression, she continued, “When I heard that Lu Chen was gone, I was happy for days.”

“A man with a beast’s heart does not deserve to remain in Mystic Spirit Holy Sect!”

“He killed my parents. The fact that I haven’t avenged them is already the greatest mercy I could give him!”

Hearing this, Meng Yu staggered backward several steps.

She nearly… fell to the ground!