Ling Yunshen's gaze deepened as he calmly spoke, "Fellow Daoist Heling, over the past eleven years, many cultivators of unknown origin have come to the outskirts of the Immortal Island. My brother-in-law suggests you stay within the academy for now."

"I know, they want to capture me."

Nangong Heling's eyes became serene, yet there was a hint of indifference. "The journey to the academy was already tumultuous. If it weren't for Senior Cui escorting me, I might not have made it here."

Ling Yunshen raised his eyes slightly, nodding gently as he looked at the resolute Nangong Heling. He smiled and said, "The issues within the academy are minor; the real challenges lie outside."