Chapter 204: A Brief Visit to the Immortal Mansion
Back in the private chamber of the estate…
After returning from Hidden Dragon Abyss, the Valley Master sat down and chatted with Lin Tianlu and the others for a while.
However, with many matters still requiring her attention within the valley, she didn’t stay long, departing after a brief farewell with the Ninth Elder.
…
“Valley Master, what was that strange tremor we felt outside the estate earlier?”
“Master Lin has bestowed a great gift upon us.”
The Valley Master’s steps were light, a faint smile on her face. “Hidden Dragon Abyss contains a vast spiritual vein, its energy overflowing. And since our Lunar Valley is located here, we’ll naturally benefit from it, both disciples and elders alike.”
“A spiritual vein?!”
The Ninth Elder’s eyes widened in surprise. “Such a rare and precious treasure… Did Master Lin not claim it for himself—”
“That’s why I’m so impressed.”
The Valley Master chuckled. “He’s truly a noble and selfless man. Although he said he didn’t want to disrupt the natural order, leaving the spiritual vein untouched, it’s clear that he also wanted to benefit the Lunar Valley.”
The Ninth Elder was speechless for a moment.
Then, she felt a surge of pride and a twinge of guilt.
“You’re truly fortunate to have such a son-in-law, Jingyun.”
The Valley Master chuckled softly. “Treat him well and cherish him. Don’t think of him as an outsider, but as family.”
The Ninth Elder nodded seriously. “I understand.”
“This kindness… It’s truly difficult to repay.”
The Valley Master sighed softly, then waved her hand with a smile. “I’ll see you later. I need to cultivate with the Second Elder and the others.”
“Take care of yourself, Valley Master.”
“Mm.”
As the Valley Master vanished into thin air, the Ninth Elder turned and walked back towards her private chamber, her eyes filled with warmth.
…
Inside the main hall…
“Haa…”
Yu Xuanling let out a long sigh, her expression weary and listless.
With her new appearance, she looked like a sleepy kitten.
Lin Tianlu put down his teacup. “How are you feeling now?”
“Ugh… I miscalculated.”
Yu Xuanling’s face was crumpled, her voice a soft grumble. “I didn’t realize that even after absorbing the fragment, I still can’t withstand direct sunlight.”
The journey back to the estate, under the bright sun, had been quite taxing. She felt like she was melting.
“But, Xuanling, now that you’ve transformed, what about Shuya—?”
“Don’t worry, Master! As long as I retract my Yin energy, Miss Hua will return to normal!” Yu Xuanling touched her chest, a proud smile on her lips. “And I even used the Moon Shadow Secret Art to nourish her body with Yin energy. It will be very beneficial for her!”
The Moon Shadow Secret Art?
Lin Tianlu raised an eyebrow.
Then he remembered that Hua Shuya and Mao Ruoyu had just completed the trial in the sacred ground yesterday and had gained some insights. And this jade pendant girl had obviously learned about it as well.
“It seems I should thank you, Miss Xuanling.”
“Hee hee~”
Yu Xuanling’s eyes narrowed, and she leaned towards him, her movements seductive and cat-like. “There’s no need for formalities, Master. Now that I have my own body, I should take this opportunity to get closer to you. And I won’t affect Miss Hua anymore.”
She leaned forward, her arms on the table, her ample bosom pressed against the surface, jiggling enticingly.
Lin Tianlu’s lips twitched, and he was about to speak when she suddenly reached down—
A surge of Yin energy erupted around her, and Yu Xuanling froze.
With a flash of light, she transformed back into Hua Shuya.
No.
“Wh-what happened—?”
Hua Shuya blinked, her eyes wide with confusion, her body frozen.
It was clear that her consciousness had also returned.
Lin Tianlu chuckled awkwardly. “Shuya?”
“I…” She looked down and saw her revealing attire and her hand reaching for…
“…”
After a moment of silence, her face flushed crimson.
Although she didn’t scream, she quickly withdrew her hand and stumbled back, her cheeks burning, steam practically rising from her head.
“S-Senior, I’m going back to my room!”
She turned and fled, disappearing in a flash.
Lin Tianlu sighed helplessly.
“There was no need to be so embarrassed… But I suppose young girls are easily flustered.”
He put down his teacup, murmuring, “Why did Yu Xuanling suddenly transform back?”
This sudden change was quite unexpected.
“I believe it’s because she ran out of Yin energy.”
The Ninth Elder’s figure reappeared, her long robe swaying gracefully as she walked.
“You noticed something, Martial Aunt?”
“I can’t see through that Yu Xuanling girl’s secrets. But her Yin energy is unstable. She’s probably still adjusting to her new body.”
She smiled gently. “With some practice, she should be able to control it better.”
He had been caught in a rather awkward situation.
Lin Tianlu chuckled awkwardly and quickly changed the subject.
“How is the Valley Master—”
“She’s busy with important matters within the valley.”
Lin Tianlu recalled his conversations with the Valley Master and couldn’t help but sigh.
“She’s truly enigmatic.”
“She’s lived for a thousand years, the oldest member of the Lunar Valley.”
The Ninth Elder’s eyes flickered, and she said thoughtfully, “Tianlu, I’ll keep what you saw in the Moon Soul Prison a secret.”
Lin Tianlu was startled.
Then he chuckled. “There’s no need, Martial Aunt. I won’t hide anything from Ruoyu and the others.”
They had tried to reactivate the dream realm in the Moon Soul Prison, to explore its possibilities.
And they had succeeded, allowing the Ninth Elder to experience it as well.
The Ninth Elder recalled the experience, her voice filled with awe. “Tianlu, you have such a deep connection to the legendary immortals. To have been given such a great opportunity… it’s truly a blessing.”
Stepping into the Wan Sheng Immortal Sect had been a profound experience for her.
The plaque above the gate seemed to radiate a powerful Dao rhythm, making her heart tremble and her legs weak, as if a mountain was pressing down on her.
And when they reached the top of the staircase, she had faced a trial, a battle of wills against the immense pressure. She had emerged from the experience feeling cleansed and purified, her mind clear and focused.
And this morning, she had even felt her dormant cultivation stirring, a breakthrough imminent.
She had been at the peak of the Savage Realm for many years. This breakthrough…
Could it be a true ascension?
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