376 - Rebirth of a Star: Another Day, Another Drama

### Chapter 376: Leaving the Library As Ye Ling Long opened the first page, she was surprised to find it completely blank, devoid of any content. She uttered a soft "hmm" of curiosity. Could this book be blank, hence why it was tossed aside in this corner? Flipping through the subsequent pages, she discovered each page was as blank as the first—absolutely no content, not even a single word or line. Disappointed after skimming from beginning to end, she contemplated returning the book. Yet, just then, she felt a sudden pain at her fingertip. It seemed as if a hidden thorn emerged from the smooth book cover, pricking her finger and drawing blood. The crimson droplets fell onto the book's surface, one, two... Swiftly, the tiny wound healed. Ye Ling Long inspected the book cover carefully, finding no protrusions. She marveled silently, for ordinarily, with her physical prowess, such sharp objects shouldn't be able to pierce her skin. To her astonishment, the two drops of blood on the book were slowly absorbed. Was the book enchanted? Her eyes perceived the mystical patterns once more, drawing her into that enigmatic state. Unexpectedly, the book's appearance started to transition under her gaze—the dull gray turned vibrant like a starry sky, and the character "阵" (array) on the cover seemed to come alive. Upon reopening the first page, where there was once nothing, she now saw array diagrams, along with various insights and explanations—meticulously detailed, even surpassing the array knowledge housed in the library. Turning a few pages, she realized all she could access pertained to the Xuan tier; she couldn't view anything beyond. Ye Ling Long surmised that only after advancing her array skills would the subsequent content be revealed. But why was such a book, evidently unvalued by the academy, found here? First, she pondered how she might discreetly take the book with her. Staying vigilant, she focused her spiritual energy, intent on evading the watchful eyes guarding the library from the shadows. She feigned placing the book back, shifting her attention to another array book, carefully avoiding detection. Finally, when that unseen presence shifted focus elsewhere, Ye Ling Long seized the moment to stealthily transfer the book into her personal space—completely undetected. As she finished perusing the remaining books, a voice, the same from the first day, suddenly rang out: "Time's up. You should leave." Ye Ling Long glanced up, puzzled, "What time is up?" "The time Zou Guan Qing allotted you; your access with his token has reached its limit," came the explanation. Just then, the library's hefty doors opened slowly, and the blinding light from outside spilled into the dim room, prompting Ye Ling Long to shield her eyes instinctively. "Go on." The voice urged. As Ye Ling Long walked toward the exit, she felt a potent force probing all her space-related artifacts. Her body tensed slightly, then relaxed—most of her crucial items were stashed in her space, while the frequently used spirit crystals and other belongings filled the spatial ring, leaving nothing amiss. Her only concern now was whether the space itself might be discovered. However, that force skimmed her without uncovering anything unusual. Relieved that her space wasn't detected, Ye Ling Long confidently exited the library. Upon stepping out, she was momentarily stunned. Outside stood several people she recognized, including her newly acknowledged mentor, Zou Guan Qing, the acquaintance known as Master Hai, and also Feng Li. Others she recognized from brief encounters, mostly those whom her mentor had introduced her to previously for welcome gifts. The rest, however, were strangers to her. Was it her imagination, or did they all seem to regard her with curious intensity? "Dear disciple~" Feng Li began to approach, ready to converse and share recent events. He'd scarcely begun to move when someone bumped into him. Zou Guan Qing pushed to the front. Leaning in, he whispered, sending subtle signals with his eyes. "My disciple, can you arrange Xuan tier arrays?" A bit puzzled, Ye Ling Long nodded. In her time surrounded by the library's arrays, she felt confident in handling those of the Xuan tier. Strangely, her eyes seemed to inherently connect with array patterns, allowing her to effortlessly replicate the diagrams whenever arranging them. "It's manageable," she confirmed through telepathy. Instantly, Zou Guan Qing's face lit up like a blossoming flower. With newfound confidence, he presented Ye Ling Long to the assembled crowd, introducing her one by one. At the forefront stood the Grand Chancellor of the entire Immortal Academy, Qiu Ze Yuan. Ye Ling Long scrutinized him. His tiger mouth bore calluses, his stance was upright, exuding ease yet concealing intense vigor. Within fleeting glances, she sensed he was a sword cultivator—and a mighty one at that. Qiu Ze Yuan too scrutinized her, a faint astonishment flitting across his gaze: "Are you also a sword cultivator?" At this, Zou Guan Qing stiffened, looking like he faced a fierce adversary. Everyone now seemed poised to poach his disciple! Ye Ling Long sighed, realizing there was no way to hide it, and nodded. Interest sparked in Qiu Ze Yuan: "Why didn’t you enroll in the Sword Cultivation Department? Your firm steps and majestic presence suggest a deep understanding of sword intent—it’s a rare gift." Master Hai: ??? Zou Guan Qing: !!! The onlookers: … A spectacle indeed. Glancing at one another, Master Hai and Zou Guan Qing reached a wordless, rare consensus. "This isn't needed. My young disciple is already a Xuan tier array master—an extraordinary talent with limitless potential. The Array Arts Department is undoubtedly the best choice!" Master Hai wouldn't back down: "Not quite, alchemy offers high status and swift spirit crystal gains. Ye Ling Long can already craft Xuan tier pills despite her age—she initially sought to join my Alchemy Department. So, alchemy is clearly superior!" Their debate grew heated. Around them, spectators watched with glee. Ye Ling Long, bewildered, realized that in just over twenty days in the library, something monumental had occurred!