Chu Ge's sudden diary update left several co-owners of the diary stunned, and they immediately began to check it.
After reading it, each of them wore expressions of surprise mixed with doubt.
In Luo Huangjun's eyes, a flash of contemplation appeared. Even without facing Chu Ge directly, her mind remained extremely sharp, and she immediately began connecting more dots.
If the situation truly developed as Chu Ge described, and Dantai Jinglian eventually became entangled with Ye Chen in fate, then the Taihuang Sacred Land would likely be unable to remain uninvolved.
"Senior Sister, what are your thoughts?"
A cold glint flickered in her eyes, making the surrounding air feel frigid.
At the same time…
"Interesting. So this Ye Chen is the one Xuanyin fussed about all those years ago, insisting on breaking off their engagement. Come to think of it, Xuanyin managed to succeed in that, and it seems she had me backing her up?"
Dantai Jinglian remained in her usual lazy demeanor, her bright eyes half-closed, lips curling into a faint, enigmatic smile.
After reading Chu Ge's diary, she immediately recalled that little girl who had caused a commotion around her for several days when she returned to the Dantai family years ago. Thinking of it now, that girl must have grown into a tall, graceful beauty.
"I remember there's a major competition for incoming disciples in a month. Since Xuanyin is now at Yunmiao Pavilion, she should receive an invitation as well."
"And as for Ye Chen… heh, let's see just how much substance this so-called 'Child of Fate' really has…"
Muttering to herself, Dantai Jinglian's face displayed a highly teasing smile.
Chu Ge had no idea that the contents of his diary had already begun to stir the winds of fate.
At this moment, he was watching Ye Chen, who had just stepped out of the Punishment Hall. Ye Chen had also noticed him. His already sullen expression darkened further, his eyes seeming ready to shoot flames.
Su Lingyuan, by Chu Ge's side, had also finished reading the diary. She couldn't help but click her tongue in admiration.
"Junior Brother Chu's system is just too outrageous! It can even foresee the future… I really want one too. Then I wouldn't have to train every single day."
She hadn't yet noticed the escalating tension between Chu Ge and Ye Chen.
It wasn't until the surrounding voices and discussions reached her ears that she realized what was happening.
"This must be the third direct disciple of the Holy Lord, Senior Brother Chu Ge, right?"
"He truly has the ethereal bearing and celestial looks as rumored. His reputation is well-deserved!"
"I must also thank Senior Brother Chu Ge. If not for his triggering the Heavenly Dao Derivation, I wouldn't have been able to break through my realm so quickly and ascend to the inner sect! Senior Brother Chu Ge is truly a blessing to the Taihuang Sacred Land!"
Many inner sect disciples cast grateful and admiring glances at Chu Ge. Most were friendly, a few indifferent, and none harbored malice. After all, most present had benefited from Chu Ge in some way. Regardless of their private thoughts, proper decorum had to be maintained.
As for others, given Chu Ge's status, no one dared show disrespect.
Chu Ge himself didn't act arrogantly; he wore a gentle smile and nodded lightly to the crowd.
At his current rank and standing, that was enough. Approaching everyone individually for conversation would have been a misstep.
The atmosphere was harmonious, the camaraderie among fellow disciples fully displayed. Only Ye Chen's face grew darker by the moment.
His gaze turned to Su Lingyuan beside Chu Ge, and his hatred intensified.
Su Lingyuan's beauty was mesmerizing—such a peerless beauty was rare in the world! Especially with her innocent, untainted aura, paired with a body worthy of being called devilishly perfect, every detail made Ye Chen covet her, causing him to grind his teeth in rage.
This heavenly beauty was now chatting happily alongside another man.
And he… could only watch from the side, not daring even to glance more than once.
Because of her noble status, if he drew her attention and displeased her, disaster could befall him.
This was a price he could not afford to pay!
Yet Ye Chen could not accept it!
Prestige, respect, a beauty by one's side—all of these should have been his!
But now… all of it had been taken from him.
Taken by Chu Ge!
Ye Chen had thought that upon seeing Chu Ge again, he could control himself. But now he realized… he was utterly incapable of doing so!