C25 On the Road

It was the first time he saw such a thing happening in the mountains behind the Lin Clan's residence. Dense mist rose as a colorful mist rose into the air. It was as though he was in a fairyland, a dream-like illusion.

The thatched cottage stood there quietly, enduring the vicissitudes of life without moving an inch. It was a heavenly charm that attracted the attention of everyone.

"Master, I'm back. Where is the gathering of the ten cities? Is it over? " Chu Chen quickly found Lin Xiao and inquired.

Upon hearing these words, Lin Xiao helplessly shook his head as he slowly said: "Disciple, the people from the Skysoul Institute came earlier this time. The gathering for the ten cities ended yesterday. Ai …"

Lin Xiao sighed as a complicated look appeared in his eyes.

"How could this be?" Chu Chen felt as if he was struck by lightning, his body staggered, almost falling to the ground.

"Could it be that all of this is heaven's will? I am destined to be unable to enter the Skysoul Institute to cultivate! "

Chu Chen's face was filled with grief. Being unable to enter the Skysoul Institute meant that he was destined to take many detours on the road to the peak.

"Disciple, you don't have to be sad. Actually, it's not like there's no other way …"

Hearing this, Chu Chen's dim eyes suddenly lit up again. He did not say anything as he waited for Lin Xiao to continue.

In the next ten days to half a month, the Skysoul Institute will pick some people with decent talent before the mountain gate to enter the Skysoul Institute. Although they are not official disciples, as long as they enter the Skysoul Institute, they will still have a chance to become official disciples in the future! "" Alright! " Lin Xiao asked.

The glimmer of hope in his eyes became even stronger. Right now, he only had one desire, and that was to enter the Skysoul Institute to cultivate. Whether or not he could become an official disciple, that was not important.

"Master, I want to fight for that glimmer of hope!"

His expression was abnormally firm, and no one could understand his thirst for power, for return home.

Lin Xiao nodded his head. His eyes were filled with gratification. Chu Chen's current demeanor was that of a true warrior.

In this gathering of ten cities, Lin City has a total of six students who entered the Skysoul Institute: Lin Yun, Lin Yi, Lin Feng, and three disciples with decent qualifications. If you enter the Skysoul Institute, you will be considered lucky.

His black hair fluttered gently in the wind, and his face was filled with a benevolent expression, along with an almost imperceptible sense of helplessness.

Chu Chen was his disciple, even though they had only known each other for a short period of time. However, he had treated Chu Chen as his own child, and now, Chu Chen was going to travel. He would more or less feel a bit sad and unwilling to part with him.

"Master, take care of yourself in the days after I leave. I'll be back!" Chu Chen's nose was sour, he was about to leave, towards his master, he had an indescribable feeling.

"Chu Chen, Lin City will always be your home and I will always be your master. When you miss home, come back and visit!" Lin Xiao said in a sincere tone as he gently stroked his beard, a complicated expression in his eyes.

Chu Chen nodded his head. This scene, even with his personality, caused him to feel a bit sore and he almost cried.

In the end, Chu Chen kowtowed three times to Lin Xiao before resolutely leaving.

Arriving at the Lin Clan Residence, he bade farewell to the clan lord Lin Cheng. After that, he began his long journey, stepping onto the path of becoming an expert in the search for power.

"Skysoul Institute, here I come!"

Chu Chen gently said, but he didn't look away. In contrast to his tenacity and perseverance, Chu Chen's conviction was growing stronger and stronger.

When they left, Chu Chen had already asked them about the general direction to the Skysoul Institute. However, the current him had yet to reach the level of flying through the air. Thus, he had to walk through thousands of mountains and rivers one step at a time.

In the following time, Chu Chen began his long journey, traversing over large mountains and flowing over large rivers, heading towards the Skysoul Institute.

He wanted to go to the cultivation holy land that everyone dreamt of entering, so that he could pursue the path of becoming an expert.

Lin City was very far from the Skysoul Institute, so even if he were to travel with all his strength, it would still take him five to six days.

Along the way, Chu Chen did not waste any time. He advanced with all his strength, cutting through thorns and thistles as he went into the distance.

It had already been three days since he left the Lin City and he was already halfway there. On the way, Chu Chen encountered many fierce beasts' attacks, but he managed to avoid all of them and smoothly passed by.

Right now, the journey to the Skysoul Institute was only two days away, and he had to reach the holy land of cultivation in his heart. It was hard to conceal the excitement in Chu Chen's heart.

Another day later, in the desolate wasteland, Chu Chen finally saw humans.

In front of him, an ancient city suddenly appeared. It seemed as if it was embedded within a great mountain, it was filled with wind and frost, yet it was still majestic and unmoving. The walls were made of the divine stones from before the Ancient Desolation, and they were filled with a vast dao aura.

He did not know when the city was built, but Chu Chen could tell that it must have existed for countless years and the aura it gave off was very extraordinary.

Before they even got close, a wave of great charm assaulted their faces. Within the ancient city, all types of magical formations lit up and blossomed with dazzling divine multicolored light to protect the ancient city's immortality.

However, there was no name of the city on top of the city gate, which made Chu Chen amazed. That was because ordinary cities would sign their names on the city gate, just like the Lin City.

However, this ancient city was not ordinary. Not only was there no signature, the aura it exuded was not something that Lin City could compare to. Its divine charm was astonishing.

"This young man, may I ask, what city is this?" Chu Chen asked a passing man.

"This is Grand Desolate City, you are …" You're rushing to the Skysoul Institute right? " The man said.

Being exposed by the man, Chu Chen was surprised. He nodded his head and said, "How did you know?"

"I've seen many people like you in the past two days. They're all here for the Skysoul Institute. Grand Desolate City is the region around the Skysoul Institute. Once we pass through the city, we'll enter the jurisdiction of the Skysoul Institute."

Generally speaking, a great sect like the Skysoul Institute wouldn't live in a remote corner. They would definitely control a vast territory, ten thousand kilometers of rivers and mountains, and hundreds of millions of people.

The Grand Desolate City was within the territory controlled by the Skysoul Institute and was located above the border. Therefore, the Grand Desolate City became an important fortress of the Skysoul Institute.

"We've entered the Skysoul Institute's territory!" Chu Chen revealed a happy expression. He paused for a moment and continued to ask, "Then how far is it from here to the Holy Land of the Skysoul Institute?"

"It's not far. If you advance at full speed, you can arrive in one day."

Chu Chen thanked the man and left the Great Wasteland City, heading towards the direction the passersby were pointing to.

Even though he had already entered the Skysoul Institute's territory, Chu Chen was still a bit anxious. According to the man, there were a lot of people rushing to the Skysoul Institute these few days, so the competition was going to be very intense.

The more he was delayed, the more danger he would face. It was not just a question of whether or not he would be able to enter the Skysoul Institute, but also whether or not he would be able to stand out amongst countless others.

As he struggled forward, Chu Chen arrived at a dream-like place …