Those still here lobbying Wen Zonglin and the others to join their forces were of similar cultivation levels to Wen Zonglin and his group. However, Wen Zonglin and his companions dared not clash with the local inhabitants right after arriving, so they could only patiently listen to their nagging.
The lobbyists, seeing Wen Zonglin and the others suddenly act as if they had seen saviors, were taken aback. Hadn't they just arrived on the Ancient Profound Continent? It had been a long time since anyone had come from the Ancient Spirit Continent; how could they know someone here?
Following the gaze of Wen Zonglin and the others, they were stunned again. This person was so beautiful, yet so familiar, as if they had seen her somewhere before.
There were guards in the Holy Hall maintaining order. Upon seeing Ling Luoyi, they were about to bow but were startled by her gaze. Remembering something, they immediately regained their senses and said to the lobbyists, "Alright, since they are unwilling, you should leave first and give them time to choose."
The Holy Hall was the most noble and powerful force of the human race, directly managed by the five masters of the Holy Domain. Even the royal family and major powers of the Ancient Profound Continent had to be respectful upon arriving here, let alone these minor forces. Therefore, after the Holy Hall guards spoke, these people reluctantly left.
After they departed, the Holy Hall guards intended to come and bow, but they heard Ling Luoyi's telepathic message not to reveal her identity. They immediately returned to their posts, treating Ling Luoyi as an ordinary person.
Seeing that the Holy Hall guards were obedient and did not approach, Ling Luoyi breathed a sigh of relief. Although her identity would eventually be revealed, she still wanted her master and the others to have some time to adjust. They were getting old, and their ability to accept new things might not be as good.
"Master, let's go."
Wen Zonglin was very curious about the unfamiliar woman who had suddenly appeared beside Ling Luoyi. However, looking at her clothes, she should be the girl who often stayed by Ling Luoyi's side. So, upon hearing Ling Luoyi's words, Wen Zonglin replied, "Alright, let's go."
Two quarters of an hour later, Ling Luoyi led the group to a not-very-large residence and said, "Master, this is where I used to live. It's not very big, but it's enough for you all."
Wen Zonglin and the others looked around. Because Ling Luoyi had set up a barrier before leaving, no one had entered over the years, and the environment was still quite good. They all nodded and said, "Girl, this place is good."
"If it's good, then live here. This is all I can do. Master, have you thought about what comes next?"
On the way, Ling Luoyi had given them a general overview of the Ancient Profound Continent, and they had a basic understanding of where they would live.
The common currency on the Ancient Profound Continent was spirit stones. Spirit stones were divided into four grades: low-grade, mid-grade, high-grade, and supreme-grade. One thousand low-grade spirit stones could be exchanged for one mid-grade spirit stone, and so on.
Spirit stones were scarce on the Ancient Spirit Continent. Even the old sect leaders of major forces like Wen Zonglin did not have many. Moreover, the crystal coins of the Ancient Spirit Continent were not circulated here. However, some organizations on the Ancient Profound Continent could exchange crystal coins for spirit stones, though Ling Luoyi was unsure of the current exchange rate.
The Ancient Profound Continent was primarily dominated by sects, followed by nations. Ling Luoyi had been away for many years and did not pay attention to the specific situation here, so she was not clear about it.
"Girl, we need to discuss this. Do you have any recommendations?" Wen Zonglin and the others were new arrivals, and some matters still required Ling Luoyi's opinion.
"Master, if nothing unexpected happens, you will live here for a long time."
Upon hearing this, the corners of Wen Zonglin and the others' mouths twitched in unison. Wasn't that stating the obvious? They were well aware of their own capabilities; they might spend the rest of their lives here.
Seeing their expressions, Ling Luoyi felt she had said something redundant, but she was not embarrassed at all. She said, "Master, you have all been in positions of power for a long time. You probably wouldn't want to start from the bottom in other forces, would you?"
Wen Zonglin and the others awkwardly shook their heads; they were indeed reluctant.
"Furthermore, your descendants and disciples will likely have someone ascend within a few years. They will also have to face this situation. Therefore, for the long term, I still suggest you establish your own sect so that those who ascend later will not be so lost and bewildered."
Hearing Ling Luoyi's words, Wen Zonglin and the others were not surprised, as they had been thinking the same thing. Given the overall strength of the Ancient Spirit Continent at present, it would not take too long for someone to ascend. This was the best course of action.
Seeing their expressions, Ling Luoyi knew their thoughts. She said, "I have never organized a force before, so I have no experience. However, you are all from major forces and should have experience. You should handle this yourselves."
"Alright, it's just starting from scratch. This old man has done it before!" one of the old sect leaders chuckled.
Seeing the old sect leaders so enthusiastic and not disheartened by the unfamiliar world, Ling Luoyi felt slightly relieved. She said to Wen Zonglin, "Master, then you all settle in here. I still have things to do, so I'll be leaving now."
"Alright, you go ahead," Wen Zonglin said. Knowing that Ling Luoyi had her own affairs, he could not help her and did not want to be a burden to the young girl.
"Master, even though we've come to the Ancient Profound Continent, nothing will change. I will still deliver things to you on time."
After speaking, Ling Luoyi left with Qiu Yuanxi, whose appearance was concealed.
Watching the backs of the two as they left, Wen Zonglin couldn't help but chuckle, "This girl!"
Those beside him probably understood what they were talking about and couldn't help but envy Wen Zonglin for having such a good disciple.
"Old Wen, what kind of incredible luck did you have to get such a good disciple?" Old Sect Leader Shen couldn't help but say.
Wen Zonglin put on a smug expression and said proudly, "You all can forget about it. She's the only one who fell into my hands."
Old Sect Leader Shen didn't spare him and started fighting with him, bringing his people along.
Wen Zonglin also wanted to test how strong he was now, so he joined the fight with them.
Despite being a group of elderly people, some nearly a hundred years old, and others over a hundred, they were now brawling like children.
On Ling Luoyi's side, she and Qiu Yuanxi arrived at a residence in another city. This residence was even smaller than the previous one and, like the previous one, was shrouded by a barrier.
Ling Luoyi opened the barrier and looked at the residence, which had not changed much since she left. Her heart was filled with mixed emotions.
Seeing the fleeting nostalgia on Ling Luoyi's face, Qiu Yuanxi curiously asked, "Little Luo'er, is this where you used to live?"
"Mhm," Ling Luoyi said, looking around with nostalgia. "This was the first house I had after arriving on the Ancient Profound Continent." It was also her first proper dwelling in this world.
"I heard you mention before that you and the Demon Emperor Venerable met on the Ancient Profound Continent. Did you live here together?"
"Yes, he pestered me back then. When I refused, we fought, and he was beaten black and blue because his cultivation was sealed." Looking at this place, Ling Luoyi suddenly recalled the scenes of her living here with Gu Yuncheng and couldn't help but sigh, "I never thought I would return here again."
Ling Luoyi did not stay long on the Ancient Profound Continent, and her memories of it were not particularly good. Her temper was bad back then, which resulted in her being frequently hunted. Because of her bad temper, she fought with Gu Yuncheng every few days. Although Gu Yuncheng had high cultivation, it was sealed, so he was beaten unilaterally. If not for his physical condition, Ling Luoyi would not have been able to kill him, and Gu Yuncheng would have likely died hundreds of times over.
These things were normal for Ling Luoyi at that time, but the current Ling Luoyi felt quite sorry for Gu Yuncheng.