Zhang Yan laughed heartily, bid farewell to the two, rose up, and transformed into a chilling sword rainbow, vanishing into the horizon.
After he left, Zhong Muqing also took his leave of Huo Xuan and headed toward Langya Cave Heaven. With his special status, he entered the inner house without prior notification and went directly to meet True Master Qin.
As he made his way, he observed warm braziers exuding light smoke within the cave mansion, which shrouded a pool of emerald water, flowing with a gentle murmur. Fragrant lotus blossoms brewed their scent, their roots steeped in secluded springs amidst curling mist. Lifting his gaze, he suddenly saw True Master Qin meditating atop a jade lotus flower, her figure hazy and indistinct. He promptly knelt and said, "Disciple pays respects to True Master."
True Master Qin spoke indifferently, "You've met Zhang Yan, haven't you?"
Zhong Muqing respectfully replied, "Yes."
True Master Qin asked, "What do you think of him?"
