The Art of Chaotic Divinity-Chapter 1189: Mask of a Thousand Faces

After rescuing Tuoba Yan, Ling Feng decided there was no reason to remain on Heaven's Illusion Island any longer.

His cultivation had already broken through to the eighth level of the Spiritual Element Realm. The next step was to head for Tianhuang City and prepare for his journey into the Sea of Miracles.

However, after offending Murong Zining so thoroughly, he knew that trouble would surely await him in Tianhuang City.

As Ling Feng frowned in thought, he suddenly sensed two figures flying toward him. Through his Boundless Vision, he saw that they were Yang Huanzhi and the maid Xiang'er who served the Illusion Heart Queen.

Seeing those two together, Ling Feng could not help but think their relationship with the queen must be rather close!

The next moment, Yang Huanzhi and Xiang'er landed in front of him. Yang Huanzhi immediately stepped forward with a grin. "Brother-in-law, that scene where you taught Murong Zining a lesson was incredible!"

"Brother... Brother-in-law?"

Before Ling Feng could speak, Tuoba Yan jumped up and glared at him, her tone full of accusation. "It's only been a few days and you've already gotten married?"

"Married?"

Ling Feng nearly spat blood. He turned to Yang Huanzhi with exasperation. "Hey, can you stop spouting nonsense?"

"Hehe," Yang Huanzhi said shamelessly, edging closer. "Brother Ling, with your talent, I just can't help admiring you. Actually, I have a beautiful elder sister at home. Should I introduce her to you sometime?"

"Introduce your head!"

Ling Feng rolled his eyes. This guy was way too familiar. They had only met three times and he was already calling him brother-in-law!

"Hehe..."

Yang Huanzhi laughed again. "Well, since Brother Ling already has a beauty by his side, I suppose there's no need for introductions."

Tuoba Yan's cheeks flushed bright red. She hurried to explain, "We're not—" but bit her lip halfway through.

Why am I even explaining myself? And who does this ridiculous man think he is? 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

So annoying!

Ling Feng shook his head helplessly. "Since Brother Yang and Miss Xiang'er are both here, please convey my farewell to the Queen. I plan to leave Heaven's Illusion Island immediately. I apologize for not visiting her in person."

"No need," Yang Huanzhi said with a grin. "She's in seclusion right now. You'd just be turned away."

He raised an eyebrow. "Brother Ling, you're heading for Tianhuang City, aren't you?"

Ling Feng rubbed his nose without answering.

"Of course you are. With your abilities, you'll definitely earn a Tianlan Sea Token. What a coincidence, I'm heading there too. We can travel together!"

"Hey, the Queen said you're not allowed to leave the island!" Xiang'er quickly grabbed his arm, frowning.

"I don't remember that," Yang Huanzhi replied while pushing her hand away. He looked at Ling Feng, eyes gleaming. "Brother Ling, Big Boss Ling, let's go together."

Ling Feng twitched at the corner of his mouth, glanced at Xiang'er, and said with a smile, "Forget it. It doesn't seem convenient for Brother Yang to leave."

"What's inconvenient? I'm completely free!"

Yang Huanzhi leaned closer. "You have to understand, Brother Ling. Teaching Murong Zining a lesson was satisfying, but you've made a powerful enemy. Going to Tianhuang City like this won't do. You'll need to hide your appearance and your aura. And that happens to be my specialty!"

"Oh?"

Ling Feng raised an eyebrow. He could use the Eight Desolations Body Refinement Art to alter his physique, but the change in facial features would be limited. It might fool ordinary people, but against someone like the Venerable of the Desolate Sea whose strength was said to approach that of a great emperor would hardly be enough.

Even if he did not need disguise tools himself, Tuoba Yan certainly would.

"Hehe!"

Yang Huanzhi chuckled and pulled out a thin mask that looked disturbingly like human skin. "This treasure is called the Mask of a Thousand Faces. Once it's affixed to your face, you can take on any appearance you want. It will even conceal your cultivation and aura perfectly."

He paused, then added proudly, "It took me quite some effort to get my hands on this!"

"The Mask of a Thousand Faces?"

Ling Feng pursed his lips. Yang Huanzhi might not seem particularly reliable, but he bore no hostility toward him. Ling Feng also had a favorable impression of the Illusion Heart Queen, so he did not refuse the suggestion to travel together.

"Young master, how am I supposed to explain this to Her Majesty?" Xiang'er said, frowning as she pulled Yang Huanzhi's sleeve.

"Come on, Xiang'er. I told you she's in seclusion," Yang Huanzhi said cheerfully. He slipped an arm around her slender waist and pulled her into his embrace. His voice softened. "I'll be back before she even notices. Xiang'er, I know you'll help me, won't you?"

As he spoke, he gently lifted her chin.

The moment he held her, Xiang'er's body went weak. Feeling the warmth of his chest, her face turned crimson, and she nodded before she could think.

You've got to be kidding me!

Ling Feng's mouth twitched again. Compared to the loudmouths at Tianwei Academy like Feng Mo and Ouyang Jing, this Yang Huanzhi was the real "master of women"!

Yang Huanzhi flashed Ling Feng a "mission accomplished" gesture, released Xiang'er, and darted out of the warehouse.

Tuoba Yan fumed silently behind them. If Ling Feng keeps hanging around someone like that, he'll definitely turn bad. No, I keep an eye on him. I can't let that guy ruin him!

...

Not long after they left the warehouse, a shadowed figure emerged from hiding. It was the Second Elder, Jian Liang, accompanied by his son. A cold sneer spread across Jian Liang's face.

"Hehe, finally leaving Heaven's Illusion Island. Boy, your time has come!"

Killing intent gleamed in Jian Liang's eyes as he prepared to give chase. As soon as Ling Feng left the island's waters, Jian Liang would strike and avenge his grandson Jian Chen.

Just then, another figure appeared at the entrance.

"Second Elder, where are you going?"

The Grand Elder stood lazily with his arms folded, a faint smile on his face. Though his tone sounded casual, his presence completely blocked Jian Liang's path.

"Grand Elder, that brat has already left Heaven's Illusion Island. Must you still protect him? Is my grandson to die without justice?"

Jian Liang's expression twisted with fury.

"If you weren't blind, you would see that the boy has received Her Majesty's personal teachings," the Grand Elder said calmly. "As the Queen's disciple, he is under her protection. I have a duty to keep him safe."

"You! Tian Yi, you go too far!"

"Don't be hasty!" Elder Tian Yi lifted a hand with an easy smile. "As long as you don't make a move within the Inner Sea, I have no reason to interfere. If you catch up to him beyond the island and kill him there, I will not see a thing."

"You're blocking me now. How am I supposed to leave the island?" Jian Liang said bitterly.

"Three days!"

Elder Tian Yi held up three fingers, smiling. "Wait three days, then you can go. I won't stop you."

"Fine. Three days it is!"

Jian Liang took a deep breath and disappeared into the distance.

Elder Tian Yi sighed softly and muttered to himself, "Boy, that's as much as I can do for you. But honestly, the Queen seems rather fond of you. She even sent me to play bodyguard!"

He shook his head with a chuckle. "Well, now that you're gone, maybe I can finally have some peace."