### Chapter 39: The Secrets of the Yellow-Haired and the Protagonist Are Unveiled!
Top A-class talent, Foundation Establishment Layer Two cultivation…
Outstanding rating…
Outstanding, another outstanding one! Did you know that in the past hundred years on the Eastern Continent, only Mu Jixue, an outstanding one, had appeared? Who would have thought there’d be a second outstanding one!
And guess what? This person was someone everyone had laughed at as a useless scrap!
It felt like an invisible hand gave everyone an epic slap.
Lin Zhan, the head of the Lin family, stood there like a statue, his son Lin Feng and the Grand Elder of the Lin family frozen stiff. However, there was a hint of disdain in their eyes.
Even Yun Zhonghe, who knew the details and coached Lin Zhongyu, felt slightly shocked. He hadn’t expected her results to exceed his expectations.
He wasn’t doubting her capabilities or talents. It was just too soon for such progress. To think Lin Zhongyu went straight for Foundation Establishment Layer Two!
Not only did she solidify her Foundation Establishment layer, but she continuously broke through, unstoppable as bamboo shoots after rain. One could say, unsurprisingly, this was the work of the protagonist.
“Zhongyu!”
Mu Jixue snapped out of her daze, immediately rushing over to Lin Zhongyu, hugging her in delight. Two lovely maidens embraced tightly.
Just now, she was holding hands with Yun Zhonghe, and now she’s abandoning him for the protagonist! Her good bud’s heart must be broken!
You shameless little blond brat!
Well, speaking of Yun Zhonghe, he had actually complained earlier that she should’ve held the protagonist’s hand instead. Now, he’s reaping what he sowed.
Cough cough, let’s get back on track.
“Zhongyu, you’re amazing! I knew you could do it!”
Jubilant and bouncing, Mu Jixue pulled her hand, as ecstatic as when she saw her own outstanding test result.
Master Youyue, who had been watching with amusement, cleared her throat, reminding Mu Jixue to behave.
She straightened up instantly.
“I think I remember now. You’re Falling Star Fairy’s daughter, aren’t you?”
“Master Youyue knows my mother?” Surprised, Lin Zhongyu found it interesting to hear her mother’s nickname from the Master Youyue.
Master Youyue nodded, “Before Falling Star Fairy married into the Lin family, she trained under my master at the Xuantian Sect for some time. She’s practically a half-disciple.”
Lin Zhongyu was surprised by this connection, “I never heard anything about this before; no one told me.”
“You’re young, fourteen or so, it’s natural you wouldn’t know. But I’m curious, how did you recover your cultivation? They say you’re exceptionally gifted but regressed later. ”
Master Youyue had an idea to take her as a disciple; it’s not often you find a second outstanding talent after a century.
But she already has Mu Jixue as a disciple, so taking on Lin Zhongyu might not go well with other elders. It’s unlikely.
Also… she was very curious how Lin Zhongyu managed to turn her life around quickly; it better not be from some dark path.
Lin Zhongyu respectfully bowed, explaining, “Yes, a few years ago, my cultivation hit a snag and regressed. I lost hope and let the heart demon grow, causing my cultivation to drop.”
“To break through so rapidly to Foundation Establishment, it must be because of what Brother Yun said recently to me.”
Without his words and help, I couldn’t have defeated the heart demon.”
Lin Zhongyu proceeded to repeat almost every word from Yun Zhonghe, emphasizing:
“Thirty years east, thirty years west, don’t underestimate a poor girl!”
Everyone stared at Yun Zhonghe in disbelief.
How could this wastrel come out with such profound wisdom?!
At this moment, everyone was in awe, except Yun Zhonghe…
Ah! Stop saying that! I’m so embarrassed!
Without pride, just pure mortification. Yun Zhonghe felt like digging out three rooms and a hall with his toe, feeling utterly uncomfortable.
But he wasn’t alone; even his good bud Mu Jixue felt miserable, though for different reasons.
Waaaaahh, they really did meet behind my back!
Mu Jixue was internally bawling.
Master Youyue believed Lin Zhongyu because she sensed no trace of demon path or evil spirit on her, and cultivators often fall victim to heart demons.
The higher the cultivation power, the stronger the heart demons, but once you shake them off, rewards are immense.
Fish are expensive when the sea’s rough!
After much struggle, breaking through isn’t hard.
At Lin Zhongyu’s age overcoming heart demons showed remarkable resilience, thanks to Yun Zhonghe’s help.
Master Youyue looked at Yun Zhonghe with more appreciation and curiosity. Seems like he always harbors unexpected secrets.
Master Youyue: “Indeed, alas, I already have a disciple, so I can’t take you on formally. But if you manage to join the sect, I’m sure other elders will seek you out. Keep striving, kid.”
No shortcuts. Back to the usual process.
Though she spent time with Lin Zhongyu, there were still tests awaiting others. Thus, Master Youyue moved on.
Lin Zhan, standing high above the crowd, couldn’t calm down. His world view was shattered; he regretted not supporting Lin Zhongyu.
d*mn, he should’ve helped her regain the slot! Not only would that’ve portrayed him as a good father, but also strengthened his position as the family head.
Now lost forever, Lin Zhongyu ignored him completely, standing beside Yun Zhonghe and the Yun family.
No chance for redemption.
Thinking of his neglect all these years, ignoring his duty towards Lin Zhongyu after his wife’s d*ath, regret flooded him.
“d*mn… I should’ve been a better father…”
“You’re not regretting not being a good father.” Yun Zhongtian sneered, “You’re just realizing you might lose your family head title.”
Yun Zhongtian’s words stung like cold water, tearing away the false mask he wore.
Lin Zhan’s face turned as red as a liver, but in front of Yun Zhongtian, he had to swallow his anger.
“Pitiful.”
Yun Zhongtian dismissed him. He’d never admired Lin Zhan; he pitied Falling Star Fairy as well.
A great woman, marrying such a weakling. Clearly, she was deceived by his false appearance long ago.
Yun Zhongtian looked at his son’s back with uncontainable excitement.
Hehe, my boy’s something else—hooking the Lin family talent.
Yun Zhongtian exclaimed, “666.”
