Han Shan pretended to be aloof, with his hands crossed in front of his chest, and snorted, “You said the same thing a hundred years ago, and then what?”

Many years ago, Chen Qingyuan also said such things, which made Han Shan completely confused.

“I went to the Sky Abyss and had an accident,” Chen Qingyuan said helplessly. “One of the reasons I made it back alive this time is that I didn’t find a companion for you. I felt uneasy in my heart, but I persisted until the end. We are brothers, and promises must be kept.”

“Really?” Han Shan looked at Chen Qingyuan with a sincere expression, and his inner defenses were gradually being broken down. “You better not be fooling me.”

“Of course it’s true. We are blood brothers, I can’t lie to anyone, especially not to you!”

Chen Qingyuan nodded heavily, his expression serious and his eyes sincere.

“I don’t believe you,” Han Shan remained reserved, his expression solemn. “You almost let your beloved slip away to someone else, and now you’re helping me find a partner. That’s not very reliable.”

“Hey! There were special circumstances. Don’t rub salt in the wound,” Chen Qingyuan’s face darkened, and then he began to boast. “Back in the day when I roamed the land, many saintly women were smitten with me. Didn’t you see that when you were by my side?”

“Well…” Han Shan couldn’t argue, because it was all true.

In those days, Chen Qingyuan was very popular, and a few saintly women even wanted to drug him. Fortunately, Chen Qingyuan was quick on his feet and didn’t fall for any of them.

With Chen Qingyuan’s talent back then, becoming Dao Companions with him would definitely be beneficial and harmless.

“The Seven Fairies of the Flowery Hall, each as beautiful as a flower. Have you seen them?”

Chen Qingyuan raised an eyebrow and sketched out the approximate appearance of the seven fairies in the void with his right hand.

“The little princess of the South Sea Dragon Clan, does she move your heart?”

“The princess of the Northern Border Royal Clan.”

“The saintly woman of the Eastern Jade Sacred Ground, it is said that her beauty is unparalleled, captivating countless young talents.”

“The… of the Ancient Clan Mo Family…”

As he spoke, he depicted the figures of the heavenly beauties from various sacred grounds, vividly and lifelike, as if they were right in front of them.

Han Shan was captivated and subconsciously reached out to touch them.

But as soon as Han Shan’s fingers touched the images in the void, the pictures blurred and were then blown away by a gust of wind.

Listening to Chen Qingyuan’s introduction, Han Shan’s heart couldn’t bear it. He lost his initial reserve and indifference, and squeezed out an awkward smile. “Brother, do you really know all these saintly women and princesses?”

“Of course!” Chen Qingyuan nodded.

“Can you talk to them?”

Han Shan’s heart trembled, and the joy on his face deepened as he asked again.

“Yes.” Whether he could or not, the fact was that the mouth was on Chen Qingyuan’s face.

“Hehe.” Hearing this answer, Han Shan moved his chair a little closer to Chen Qingyuan’s position and began to pour tea for him. “Chen, I don’t ask for much. As long as I can become Dao Companions with one of those heavenly beauties, that would be the greatest blessing.”

“It’s too hot.” Chen Qingyuan took the tea and set the cup down, putting on airs.

“I’ll pour you another cup.”

Han Shan quickly used his Dao Technique to adjust the temperature of the tea in the pot to a suitable level, poured another cup, and handed it to Chen Qingyuan.

“The tea leaves are a bit off.”

After taking a sip, Chen Qingyuan began to nitpick again.

Han Shan didn’t feel the slightest discomfort and quickly changed to a better quality of tea leaves and brewed another cup.

Chen Qingyuan knew Han Shan’s temperament very well. If he didn’t put on airs, Han Shan would definitely become suspicious. So, the more difficult Chen Qingyuan was, the more comfortable Han Shan felt, because the matter of finding a partner was settled.

As long as the issue of Dao Companions was resolved, I can handle anything.

Han Shan’s reputation in the sacred ground was not very good, ordinary women were not in his eyes, and women with both ability and looks did not look at him. It was too difficult to find a suitable Dao Companion.

“Brother Chen, for the sake of our brotherhood, you must keep your promise to me.”

Han Shan said obsequiously.

“Alright, alright.” Chen Qingyuan nodded slowly, then changed the subject. “However, there are some things I need to handle alone. If people from the Mystic Azure Sect come, you have to deal with them and let them know that I am safe. As for how to do it, that’s your problem.”

“Okay.” After thinking for a moment, Han Shan gritted his teeth and agreed. “The premise is that you really don’t get into any trouble, otherwise, I’ll be in big trouble.”

“If you’re not at ease, give me a few protective treasures!”

Chen Qingyuan took advantage of the situation.

“You’re really shameless. Are you trying to take advantage of your brother?”

Han Shan’s expression changed, and he became wary.

“If you don’t want to, then forget it. I’m not interested.” Chen Qingyuan clicked his tongue.

After observing the fluctuations of spiritual qi in Chen Qingyuan’s body again, Han Shan reluctantly took out a jade talisman and placed it on the table. “This is a protective jade talisman. I went to great lengths to get it, and it can withstand a full-force attack from an expert in the Divine Transformation Realm.”

“Oh?” Being able to withstand an attack from the Divine Transformation Realm was indeed a rare treasure. Chen Qingyuan quickly took it and put it away, afraid that Han Shan would change his mind. “Old Han, you’ve been living quite comfortably these years!”

“It’s okay.” Han Shan’s heart was bleeding, the loss was too great.

However, if he could use this opportunity to find a suitable Dao Companion, all the sacrifices would be worth it.

“Alright, I’ll leave the rest to you. I’m going now.”

Chen Qingyuan didn’t want to stay here for long, in case he ran into the elders of the Mystic Azure Sect and was forcibly taken back. It would be too troublesome to find a way to escape.

With that, Chen Qingyuan activated the flying boat treasure he carried with him and disappeared into the clouds.

“Brother Chen, don’t forget what you promised me. Don’t keep me waiting too long.”Han Shan watched Chen Qingyuan’s departing figure and shouted loudly.

Long after Chen Qingyuan had left, Han Shan couldn’t shake off the nagging feeling of having been duped. Yet, even with the knowledge of being tricked, he couldn’t muster any anger.

“Could it really be personal charm?” Han Shan pondered aimlessly, even pulling out a mirror and admiring himself: “Chen Qingyuan isn’t much more handsome than me, so why?”

The Beicang Star Domain was Chen Qingyuan’s intended destination.

According to the hints within the Jade Bracelet, the Red-Dressed Girl had left a gift for Chen Qingyuan, prompting him to make the journey personally.

Chen Qingyuan headed towards the Beicang Star Domain without much urgency, stopping to rest in the bustling cities he passed along the way.

Previously, Chen Qingyuan had collected many debts, a portion of which he gifted to Lin Pingyan, while the rest he kept for himself. With so many Spirit Stones, he could afford to be extravagant for quite some time.

Passing through a certain place, Chen Qingyuan found a blessed land of a cave heaven, paying a hefty sum of Spirit Stones to enter and commence a period of secluded cultivation. The cave dwelling was equipped with an extraordinary Spirit Gathering Array, enriching the Spiritual Qi to more than ten times that of the outside world.

In just one month, Chen Qingyuan had significantly increased his Cultivation Level, reaching the pinnacle of the Yellow Spirit Realm.

Chen Qingyuan paused his progress, choosing not to break through his Cultivation Level just yet.

Starting anew, he intended to solidify his Foundation, not rushing for quick success.

Elsewhere, the Mystic Azure Sect dispatched five Elders, including Lin Pingyan. They discovered that Chen Qingyuan’s presence was no longer on the Qichen Star, causing them great anxiety.

Han Shan, with much difficulty, managed to contact the people from the Mystic Azure Sect. After much persuasion and a lengthy standoff, he finally sent them away.

In short, Chen Qingyuan was very safe, preoccupied with important matters, and the Mystic Azure Sect need not worry.

For Chen Qingyuan’s sake, Han Shan had racked his brains, which was no easy feat.

Should the opportunity arise in the future, Chen Qingyuan would certainly play matchmaker for Han Shan, depending on whether Han Shan could wait that long.

“Finally arrived.”

After several months, Chen Qingyuan finally reached the boundary of the Beicang Star Domain.