hers, he added, “From now on, this new member is an inner disciple of the Dark Division. Think twice before touching him.” With that, he vanished.

Stunned, Tang Deng fainted. Chen Fei asked my name, and I replied, “Ba Qiyun.” He then led me to Chen Ke’s chamber.

Seeing us, members in the main hall were puzzled, except the girl who smirked, “Interesting.”

At Chen Ke's door, Chen Fei opened it. We entered as Chen Ke waved his hand, sealing the room in silence.

Chapter 13: Unlocking Divine Sense

"What's your name, young friend?"

"Ba Qiyun."

The leader burst into laughter, “Ba! Such a powerful name. Who gave it to you?”

After pondering for a moment, I replied, “My grandfather named me.”

“Where did you study?” This was a question I definitely couldn't answer truthfully.

Unhurriedly, I said, “My master passed away three years ago.”

Sensing an opportunity, the leader quickly suggested, “I don't have a disciple. How about becoming one?”

I shook my head firmly, “My master’s kindness is as great as a mountain. I cannot betray his teachings.”

Chen Ke, after mulling it over, urgently offered, “From now on, you'll be an inner disciple of the Dark Division, and I’ll personally guide you. Would that be acceptable?” It seemed he wouldn’t rest until I belonged to him.

After some thought, I figured, "As long as I’m not betraying my master’s teachings, personal guidance could be beneficial." I agreed, making him beam with joy. “Qiyun, take this jade token. It grants you access to all the martial arts books in the Dark Division,” he said, handing me the token.

“Thank you, Chief.”

“Chen Fei, take him to select a room,” the leader instructed, but I interrupted, “Miss Yingrou already arranged a room for me, and it's quite suitable. No need to worry, Chief.”

I was seeking a quiet place to sort through my chaotic thoughts. The recent events had truly tested my limits.

Chen Ke’s eyes twinkled, “You know Yingrou? She’s my daughter. How do you two know each other?”

I recounted the events of how Chen Chufei had saved me, feeling somewhat unfortunate that I always seemed to end up being bullied. 

Chen Ke chuckled, “It seems we’re truly fated to meet, Qiyun. You’re still only a warrior level; there’s room for improvement. Chen Fei, take him to the Martial Arts Pavilion and let him pick suitably.”

Chen Fei agreed and turned to me, “Qiyun, ask me if you need anything. I’ve studied most of the pavilion's manuals. Some of the more powerful ones, I’ve barely scratched the surface of, but even that has greatly increased my strength.”

“I understand,” I replied.

Leading me to the Martial Arts Pavilion, Chen Fei was very respectful to the elder there. I handed the jade token to the elder, who, after examining it, remarked incredulously, “So, Xiao Ke has given his per

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