Category: It turns out, they are the protagonists

Chapter 356: Mu Zhi’an: I’m Really Spent

Mu Zhi’an was wary. He had a talent for surviving in this dangerous ‘fish pond.’ He sensed something was amiss when Wei Mengrou entered his room. He greeted her, his Spiritual Sense scanning the room, but found nothing unusual.

Must be my imagination… His pseudo-Innate Spiritual Body could detect consciousnesses at or below his level.

“Why did your bath take so long?” he asked, smiling and taking her hand, pulling her onto the bed beside him. “I was just thinking of checking on you.”

Wei Mengrou lowered her head, her hands clasped in her lap, her long legs pressed together, her hair concealing her blushing face. “I was cultivating. You worry too much,” she murmured.

Mu Zhi’an looked at her legs, his gaze lingering on the black butterfly mark. “It seems the Primordial Witch’s mark doesn’t wash off… Can it move to other parts of your body?” he asked, curiously touching the mark, feeling only the smooth texture of her skin.

“I haven’t mastered it yet… Why do you ask?” she asked, biting her lip, wanting to pull his hand away, but stopping herself, her legs pressed tightly together.

“Just thinking… it would look… sexy… on your lower abdomen…” he suggested with a smile.

She glared at him, knowing he had ulterior motives.

“It’s… reacting…?” he suddenly said, noticing the butterfly mark glowing faintly, then detaching itself from her skin and floating in the air. He looked at her, apprehensive. I was just touching her leg… She’s not going to summon her chains, is she?

“That’s strange… I didn’t summon the Immortal-Devouring Chains,” she said, her brow furrowed in confusion.

“Is it like Lingxuan’s Desolate Time Lock, with its own consciousness, sensing my… desires…?” Mu Zhi’an wondered. The Desolate Time Lock, an ancestral artifact, had its own sentience, understanding Ye Lingxuan’s desires, even helping her ‘solve problems’. However, its solution usually involved binding him and taking him back to the Forbidden Zone. Does Mengrou’s Immortal-Devouring Chains have a similar function?

“No one desires you. I have no such thoughts,” Wei Mengrou retorted, glaring at him. “I didn’t summon it. The chains are connected to the bronze fragment you gave me. I use it to control them.” The chains resided within her, but had been suppressed by the Heavenly Dao. Now, with the Chosen One’s luck, the suppression had weakened.

“The chains are connected to the fragment… Are there other fragments…?” Mu Zhi’an’s eyes flickered. The Primordial Witch was a mysterious Dao Integration expert. She had said Wei Mengrou was the Primordial Witch, but she had no memories of her past. If he could collect all the fragments, he might be able to lift her curse and even uncover the truth behind her conflict with the Heavenly Dao. “Can you use the chains to find them, Mengrou?”

She closed her eyes, the Immortal-Devouring Chains transforming into countless black threads, like a spiderweb, a black mist swirling around her as she focused. She seemed to be walking down a dark path, then, like parting clouds, the reason for the chains’ reaction appeared in her mind.

“I don’t know if it’s a fragment, but the chains are pointing north,” she said softly, opening her eyes.

“The Chaos Lands…?” Mu Zhi’an instantly understood. Not only the World Sea and the Southern Wilderness, but even the Chaos Lands were connected to the Primordial Witch? “Ye Yu truly is a treasure-hunting rat. He’s already found a suitable ruin…”

Wei Mengrou glanced at him, a shy blush on her face, but her tone remained cold. “Can you remove your hand while we’re discussing serious matters?”

“I’m just massaging your legs. It improves blood circulation,” he said with a grin, continuing to caress her thighs.

Her face burned. “You’re still thinking about such things after being injured and… exhausted?” she whispered, glaring at him.

“It’s not for pleasure. It’s for your health,” he said seriously, enjoying the feel of her soft, smooth legs. They’re the best… If I could just rest my head on them…

“There’s no rush for the Chaos Lands. Ye Yu is still outside, trying to find a way in. We can wait,” Mu Zhi’an said. “If there’s a fragment there, the opening of the ruins won’t be quiet.” And with the Void Nightmare monitoring Ye Yu, there was no need to worry about him getting there first.

The black threads transformed back into the butterfly mark on her thigh, and he continued to massage her legs. A faint blush colored her cheeks. “You really like legs, don’t you…?” she murmured, glancing at his hand.

He shook his head, gazing at her tenderly. “Only yours, Mengrou.”

Her eyes flickered, and she glanced in a certain direction, as if exchanging a look with someone hidden in the shadows. Then, her face flushed crimson, and she whispered in his ear, her voice seductive, “If you like them so much… how about… we continue?”

“Continue… what?” Mu Zhi’an asked, not because he didn’t understand, but because he couldn’t believe she would suggest such a thing after their earlier intimacy. He had just been casually touching her leg and chatting…

However, Wei Mengrou seemed to have shed her shyness, taking the initiative. “Isn’t this what you’ve been waiting for?” she whispered. “Being intimate with your maid while your Dao Companion is cultivating… staring at my legs…”

“You’re excited, aren’t you, you pervert~”

Her words, and her warm breath against his ear, sent shivers down his spine.

“Mengrou, while I’m still sane, you should leave… You’ll be begging for mercy soon,” he said, trying to control his excitement. He was almost spent… and Yao Meng would notice.

Wei Mengrou smiled faintly, and the butterfly mark on her leg transformed into black threads, binding his wrists.

“We’ll see who’s begging for mercy,” she purred, her voice seductive.

For a moment, he thought it was the Primordial Witch, not Wei Mengrou.

“Isn’t this a bit… much…?” he asked, his heart skipping a beat as she took out a black blindfold. He tried to get out of bed, but she gently pushed him back down, her eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions.

“I’m sorry…” she whispered.

She blindfolded him.

“Let me help you… You’re not very experienced at this,” he said, hoping she would remove the chains.

She didn’t answer.

Silence.

“Mengrou…?”

She smiled faintly, looking at him, his wrists bound by the black threads.

“Mu Lang…”

A soft, melodious voice echoed in his ears, and the blindfold was removed.

Bai Ruoxi stood beside the bed, her lips glistening with rouge, her ample bosom straining against her dress, her gaze filled with a playful resentment as she looked down at him.

His heart pounded as he realized what had happened.

I’ve been betrayed!

“You and Ruoxi are Dao Companions. I met her while taking a bath. We chatted, and I brought her here,” Wei Mengrou said, a hint of apology in her voice, but her eyes twinkled with amusement. This was her revenge for him calling her ‘Master’ earlier.

“That’s why your bath took so long…?” Mu Zhi’an muttered, trying to remain calm. He gestured towards the chains. “Could you at least remove these, Mengrou?” “I was worried about Ruoxi’s match, but since she’s here…” Although he was tired, he wouldn’t let them bully him.

Bai Ruoxi tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, her ample bosom prominent. “I told Mengrou I wouldn’t unlock them,” she said softly, her eyes moist as she looked at him, then sat down on the bed, removing her stockings. Her voice was gentle, but her eyes held a dangerous glint. “The Jade Empress is with the Holy Maiden. I’ll make sure she doesn’t… bother you during the Ascension Ceremony.”

Mu Zhi’an looked at her, feigning panic, but inwardly calm. Although he was tired, and the Heavenly Phoenix Manual was on cooldown, his Dao focused on strengthening his physical body. And Ruoxi cared about him, and Mengrou was watching… She wouldn’t do anything too extreme.

As if sensing his gaze, Bai Ruoxi blushed and lowered her eyes.

“Mengrou, perhaps you should blindfold him… He’s staring…”

Mu Zhi’an’s smile froze.

…

The next morning.

Sunlight streamed through the window as Mu Zhi’an, his body aching, his legs weak, leaned against Wei Mengrou, tears of joy streaming down his face.

“It’s… finally over…”

Wei Mengrou glanced at him, a faint smile playing on her lips, then she quickly looked away, maintaining her composure.

“Whose side are you on, Mengrou? You betrayed me last night!” he said, his expression complex. Where’s my loyal maid?

“She’s your Dao Companion,” Wei Mengrou replied calmly. “She’s the mistress of this house.”

“Isn’t the mistress… also a master…?”

Mu Zhi’an: “…” He rubbed his aching back, vowing to get his revenge later. “Any gossip outside?” he asked, changing the subject.

“Xiao Hua is dead, but not many know,” Wei Mengrou replied. She had left early this morning, while Bai Ruoxi and Mu Zhi’an were still… occupied, to gather information.

“The Enforcement Hall is good at keeping secrets… And Luo Tan wouldn’t want the news of a possession to spread,” Mu Zhi’an murmured.

“There’s something else…” Wei Mengrou looked at him. “There are rumors of a strange phenomenon in the Chaos Lands, a surge of spiritual energy from the Heavenly Court.”

“News from last night reached the sect already…?” That was fast.

He quickly dismissed his surprise. “It seems Ye Yu is in the borderlands, trying to enter the ruins.” With the demons’ help, it shouldn’t be difficult.

Buzz! He received a message from the Void Nightmare.

“The Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan made a move. They gave Ye Yu a token to enter the Chaos Lands. Although the ruins aren’t open yet, a Nascent Soul expert tried to force his way in last night, but his cultivation was suppressed to the fifth-grade Core Formation, and he was cursed and died.”

Mu Zhi’an wasn’t surprised. The Heavenly Dao couldn’t interfere directly, but it could influence events. And Ye Yu was its Chosen One. This ruin, suppressing cultivation to the Core Formation Realm, was a perfect opportunity for him.

“The Heavenly Dao’s favor… No wonder Xiao Hua was so arrogant. He was likely a powerful being in his past life, and with the Heavenly Dao’s blessing… No one would suspect a possession.” If it weren’t for Ye Yu’s case, and his own awakened memories, he wouldn’t have suspected Xiao Hua either.

“Are you going to the Chaos Lands now?” Wei Mengrou asked.

“Not yet,” he chuckled, shaking his head. “It’s too chaotic now. The Void Nightmare is monitoring the situation. That’s enough for now.”

She nodded thoughtfully, then released him, intending to return to her room.

“Mengrou, help me back… My legs are weak,” he said, his voice filled with exhaustion.

She glanced at him, leaning against the railing, his legs unsteady, and couldn’t help but smile, her beauty surpassing even the plum blossoms in the courtyard. “You deserved it,” she said, her voice cold, but a hint of amusement in it.

…

As Wei Mengrou had said, Xiao Hua’s death didn’t cause much commotion. The Enforcement Hall had cleared the area beforehand. However, news of a strange phenomenon in the Chaos Lands, a surge of Heavenly Court’s spiritual energy, possibly related to the path to immortality, spread like wildfire, reaching even the Demon Realm and the World Sea.

That morning, a brilliant beam of light erupted from the depths of the Chaos Lands, illuminating the borderlands and attracting countless cultivators.

Unlike the Sword Palace, which required a special talent to enter, the Chaos Lands had no such restrictions. However, its entrance was on the Demon Realm’s side.

Despite the danger, the allure of the inheritance within was too strong to resist.

The borderlands were now filled with cultivators and demons, the tension between them escalating.

Deep within the Demon Realm, the Demon Empress sat on her throne, her long hair loose, her alluring figure clad in a loose robe, her beautiful face adorned with light makeup, her captivating eyes casually scanning the book in her hands.

“What is it?” she asked without looking up, sensing someone’s presence, her voice soft and seductive.

“There’s been some… commotion in the borderlands, due to the Chaos Lands. Cultivators from the Eastern Realm and the World Sea have gathered… Should we send more people to monitor the situation?”

The Demon Empress glanced at her. “You wouldn’t ask me about such a trivial matter. Just say what you want.”

“Your Majesty is wise.” The maid’s eyes held admiration. “There’s an ancient formation in the Chaos Lands that suppresses cultivation to the Core Formation Realm. I heard that Young Master Mu… lost in the Ascension Ceremony, so I spread the news about the Chaos Lands. He might go there to improve his cultivation…”

The Demon Empress’s red eyes, filled with a seductive allure, narrowed slightly, and a faint smile curved her lips. “You’re clever.”

“Send someone to monitor the situation. You know what to do if he appears.”

The maid, overjoyed, bowed her head. “Yes!”

Ever since hearing the Demon Empress’s… rather explicit thoughts about Mu Zhi’an, she had been paying close attention to him. She had deliberately spread the news about the Chaos Lands to lure him there.

And she had earned Her Majesty’s praise.

“What are you reading, Your Majesty?” the maid asked curiously, glancing at the book in the Demon Empress’s hands as she was about to leave.

The Demon Empress glanced at the cover.

“The Art of Managing Your Husband,” she said calmly.

Chapter 355: Back to Square One

Mu Zhi’an instinctively touched his lips, the lingering warmth of Ye Qingxin’s kiss still present. He stared at the alluring woman, a question forming in his mind.

That’s it? Although his Innate Celestial Furnace’s energy was depleted, he could still squeeze out a bit more…

“Rest well. I’ll visit you again in a few days,” Ye Qingxin said, turning to look at him, her black and red dress swirling around her, revealing her long legs, a faint smile on her beautiful face, her red eyes alluring. “Enjoying the view?” she asked, noticing his gaze.

“You’re beautiful,” Mu Zhi’an replied, snapping out of his daze.

She was pleased by his compliment. “If you focused on your cultivation, you would have reached the seventh-grade Core Formation by now.”

“If I focused on cultivation, I wouldn’t have met you, Senior,” he said with a smile. Other cultivators focused on their own strength, but he focused on helping the women around him improve their cultivation. It was rare for a Dao Integration expert to appear in five thousand years. It would be a waste not to take advantage of a Dao Integration expert’s… resources.

“You’re quite the charmer.” She chuckled.

He looked at her, hesitant. “Are you leaving, Senior?”

“What else? Are you planning to… force yourself on me in your current state?” she teased.

“I’m a bit tired, but… it’s not impossible,” he said with a smile.

Ye Qingxin’s eyes flickered, then she walked over to the bed, her arms wrapping around his head, pulling him into her embrace.

“By ‘slightly,’ do you mean… this much?” she asked, a playful smile on her lips as she felt his arms around her waist. This level of intimacy was nothing to her. However, she suddenly noticed his depleted Spiritual Energy recovering. “The Heavenly Phoenix Manual…?” she murmured in surprise.

“Could you help me, Senior?” Mu Zhi’an asked, a shy smile on his face.

Ye Qingxin was speechless for a moment, then she looked at him, her red eyes twinkling. “You’re using the Heavenly Phoenix Manual for this…? If the Primordial Demon Emperor knew…” She chuckled, meeting his gaze. “Although your Innate Celestial Furnace has recovered somewhat, the Jade Empress might return early.”

“So, let’s try a different method tonight.”

A different method…?

Mu Zhi’an’s eyes lit up as she sat down on the bed, her long, slender legs crossed, and extended her hand towards him.

…

“Not bad. Senior Ye’s… taste is quite exquisite…” Mu Zhi’an murmured, gently flexing his fingers, savoring the lingering sensation of her soft, smooth thighs against his palm.

He could only use the Heavenly Phoenix Manual once a day, and since he hadn’t mastered it yet, its effects weren’t as potent as the Primordial Demon Emperor’s.

But he was satisfied. He was truly… spent.

Even with a beautiful woman in his arms, he felt no stirrings of desire.

However, although tonight had been enjoyable, he couldn’t forget about Ruoxi’s Tai Xu Pill.

He had earned a favor from Luo Tan, but asking her to refine such a pill would be difficult. After all, it could potentially create another Demon Empress.

In the legends of the Demon Realm, the Nine-Tailed Fox bloodline was comparable to the all-consuming Demon Empress.

He needed a way to persuade Luo Tan, something she couldn’t refuse.

However, there was no rush. The Tai Xu Pill required numerous ingredients, and he didn’t even know what they were yet.

It would be great if I could ask Gong Lianyue… he thought.

Of course, the thought of the Sword Palace Master, who resembled Bai Ruoxi but was much more… assertive… gave him a headache.

Unlike Bai Ruoxi, who was gentle and kind despite her occasional yandere tendencies, Gong Lianyue was domineering.

If she found out about the Jade Empress’s declaration, she would probably confront Yao Meng with her ancestral sword.

However, he had to talk to her eventually.

The others might not know the formula for the Tai Xu Pill, but Gong Lianyue must have known about it. After all, she had orchestrated Bai Ruoxi’s transformation into a Three-Tailed Fox. She must have anticipated the possibility of a Nine-Tailed Fox.

Mu Zhi’an collected his thoughts, and his storage ring glowed faintly.

His consciousness left his body, silently entering the Heavenly Court.

…

With a splash, the misty steam rose as Wei Mengrou leaned back in the wooden tub, gently cupping red flower petals in her hands as the water overflowed, spilling over her shoulders.

For cultivators, medicinal baths were a luxurious form of cultivation.

Ordinary cultivators might only enjoy a few such baths a year, as the required medicinal herbs could fetch a hefty price in the market.

Even disciples of the Two Polarities Sect only had a few days each month allocated for medicinal baths. Most would sell their allotted herbs to disciples of wealthier clans in exchange for spirit stones to purchase cultivation techniques.

However, for Mu Zhi’an and the residents of the Garden of Heavenly Harmony, medicinal baths were a matter of personal preference. After all, all three were inner disciples with ample resources, favored by their respective Peak Masters.

While the sect provided a limited supply of herbs for medicinal baths, Peak Masters could bestow their personal stores upon their disciples. As for Mu Zhi’an, the sole disciple of the Book Pavilion, favored by the Spirit Dragon and the Jade Empress, he enjoyed the special attention of the sect’s elders and Peak Masters.

His resources were such that he could indulge in daily medicinal baths for half a year. If he were so inclined, his cultivation would surely advance rapidly. And for the ‘protagonists’, the benefits of medicinal baths were even greater, especially for Bai Ruoxi, who possessed Heavenly Dao Energy that accelerated her cultivation.

A soft creak echoed as the door opened, and Wei Mengrou’s eyes snapped open, a flash of wariness in them.

She instinctively shielded her chest with her arm, thinking it was Mu Zhi’an returning for another round of… cultivation. However, the gentle footsteps suggested otherwise. Bai Ruoxi entered, her white dress clinging to her graceful figure, her long hair cascading down her back, her fair skin glistening in the misty steam, her long, slender legs like polished jade, a black garter belt encircling her right thigh, leaving a faint mark. If Mu Zhi’an were here, he would undoubtedly pull her into his embrace and… appreciate her legs to his heart’s content.

“Ruoxi…? What are you doing here?”

Seeing Bai Ruoxi, Wei Mengrou’s usually cold eyes flickered with a hint of guilt. Although she had resolved to remain simply Mu Zhi’an’s maid, their recent intimacy made her feel awkward facing his Dao Companion.

“I just finished cultivating and felt a bit tired, so I wanted to take a medicinal bath. What a coincidence,” Bai Ruoxi said with a gentle smile.

“You rarely take medicinal baths, Mengrou. What’s the occasion?” Bai Ruoxi asked, her beautiful eyes filled with gentle curiosity. It was true. Wei Mengrou rarely indulged in medicinal baths, as her unique constitution allowed her to cultivate at an astonishing rate, even without them. She could have reached the Nascent Soul Realm long ago, but she had held back, fearing that the Calamity Body’s curse would intensify and affect Mu Zhi’an. However, the Chosen One’s luck he had given her eased her worries.

Bai Ruoxi looked at Wei Mengrou, a puzzled look in her eyes. “Did you… exert yourself too much tonight…?” she asked hesitantly.

Wei Mengrou, meeting her gaze, smiled faintly, a rare display of warmth on her usually cold face. “I just felt like it…”

“Oh really?” Bai Ruoxi said with a playful smirk. “I saw what happened in Mu Lang’s room that night.”

“I’ve known about your relationship with him for a while. You don’t have to hide it from me.”

“Now’s not the time for infighting. If the Jade Empress takes Mu Lang away…”

Wei Mengrou’s eyes flickered, and she fell silent.

The Jade Empress’s declaration had been a bold move, a public display of ownership, and they were powerless against a Dao Integration expert.

“Why are you telling me this…?” Wei Mengrou asked softly.

Bai Ruoxi smiled brightly, walked over to the tub, and crouched down beside it, her ample bosom pressing against the edge. “You were the first by Mu Lang’s side. I don’t mind your relationship with him,” she said softly. Then, her expression turned worried. “But the Jade Empress is so powerful… What if she… takes him away to the Jade Pool Holy Land?”

Wei Mengrou’s eyes flickered.

“The Jade Empress is visiting the Jade Pool Holy Maiden tonight. She won’t be back,” Bai Ruoxi said casually.

A spark ignited in Wei Mengrou’s cold eyes. “You mean…?”

“Only a few of us are left in the Ascension Ceremony. Whether it’s to win the competition or to… compete with the Jade Empress, increasing our cultivation is the most effective method,” Bai Ruoxi said, elegantly tucking a strand of hair behind her ear, her demeanor graceful. She looked at Wei Mengrou. “We need Mu Lang to be… so enamored with us that he won’t even look at the Jade Empress tomorrow.”

Late in the night, deep within the Garden of Heavenly Harmony, Mu Zhi’an’s consciousness returned from the Heavenly Court, and he slowly opened his eyes, refreshed and invigorated after absorbing the Heavenly Court’s spiritual energy. His Innate Celestial Furnace, previously almost depleted, had recovered to about one-sixth of its capacity. Considering its expanded size after refining the Dao Heart Pill, this was a significant amount, equivalent to one or two months of normal cultivation for a Core Formation cultivator. At this rate, his Furnace would be fully replenished in three or four days. It was a shame he hadn’t fully mastered the Heavenly Phoenix Manual yet. If he could reach the Primordial Demon Emperor’s level, he could be… drained nine times without issue.

A soft knock echoed at his door.

The door opened, and Wei Mengrou entered, her long hair loose, droplets of water clinging to her delicate face, her expression slightly uneasy, a mix of nervousness and something else. She wore a pair of exquisite embroidered shoes, and beneath her skirt, the black butterfly mark on her right thigh was particularly alluring.

“What’s wrong?” Mu Zhi’an asked, sensing her unusual demeanor. She had been acting strange since her medicinal bath.

 

Chapter 354: The Jade Empress Isn’t Home Today 

For Ye Qingxin, from the moment she first descended into this world, she never truly disliked Mu Zhian.

She had initially intervened on behalf of the Ye family’s descendants, but it wasn’t out of dislike for Mu Zhian. Even when she saw that in his fantasies during the Celestial Realm assessment, he had not spared even her, the examiner, Ye Qingxin didn’t feel any displeasure.

After all, although Mu Zhian harbored indecent thoughts towards her, everyone has a dark side. Moreover, the Celestial Realm assessment would amplify a person’s desires infinitely.

In her eyes, Mu Zhian was a modest and gentle young man, handsome, refined, and elegant.

And with Ye Yu as a comparison, Mu Zhian’s merits became even more apparent.

While in the Heavenly Court, apart from Ye Qingxin, there were several other powerful beings who had ascended long ago, but they had no தொடர்பு with each other.

The Ye family had once been an ancient and powerful clan, and she was the legitimate daughter of the first clan leader. At that time, the Ye family was extremely powerful, with several elders at the Soul Transformation or Nascent Soul Realm, and the clan leader was close to Dao Integration.

At that time, Ye Qingxin was just a ‘genius’ of the Ye family.

Although she was the legitimate daughter, the clan leader favored his concubines and did not pay much attention to the daughter born by his first wife. Instead, it was the elders of the Ye family who doted on her.

No one expected that the Ye family would later decline to such a state, while Ye Qingxin would stand out among the many geniuses, resonate with the Human Dao, and ascend to the Heavenly Court.

It was also after ascending to the Heavenly Court that Ye Qingxin had an idea.

–To have the entire clan ascend.

This was an almost impossible feat. If successful, it would be recorded in the annals of history.

After all, even Dao Integration experts found it difficult to ascend.

In the past history of the Nine Provinces, there had been several instances where Dao Integration experts forcibly opened the path to immortality, attempting to blast open the gates of the Heavenly Court and ascend, only to perish on the path.

Although it was just a legend, it was not difficult to imagine how difficult it was to ascend to the Heavenly Court.

Moreover, Ye Qingxin wanted to bring the entire Ye family with her to create an ancient immortal clan.

As for why she had the idea of a clan ascension, it was firstly because the elders of the clan had taken good care of her in the past, and Ye Qingxin had a deep affection for the Ye family. Secondly, since achieving Dao Integration, she had no desires and wanted to leave something behind.

Over the past ten thousand years, the elders of the Ye family had all passed away one by one. Only Ye Qingxin, who had integrated with the ‘Human’ Dao, achieved the supreme Dao Fruit and stood above the world.

As the only surviving ancestor of the Ye family, and given her own feelings for the family, it was not strange that she had such a thought.

After all, since her Dao Integration, the only thing she had left was her feelings for her clan members… The path of cultivation was long, and she always remembered those who had treated her well in the past.

It was precisely because she distinguished between gratitude and resentment that Ye Yu’s attitude made Ye Qingxin feel extremely disappointed.

Fortunately, as Mu Zhian said, not all Ye family members were like that. It was just that Ye Yu, because he had the help of a powerful being within him, had become arrogant and spoiled.

However…

Didn’t Mu Zhian also have a protector? And not just one, but he had never shown any arrogance and was always respectful to his elders.

However, the more modest and gentle Mu Zhian was, the more alluring he became.

It made one want to take this modesty and gentleness for oneself.

The sound coming from his ear was moist and enticing, filled with a seductive intent that made even a seasoned veteran like Mu Zhian feel a little overwhelmed.

Seeing Mu Zhian’s hesitant expression, a look of “But I can’t let the Jade Empress down,” Ye Qingxin couldn’t help but curve her lips slightly.

“Actually, you don’t have to feel sorry. Don’t forget, you and I had an agreement. Before your Soul Transformation Realm, I will try my best to protect you. This time, using the secret technique to help you is helping you, and also helping myself.”

The problem is you’re eyeing my body. After using the secret technique, you intend to do something untoward to me. But I really don’t have a drop left today… Mu Zhian said reservedly, “Actually, I don’t think there’s any rush for the Dao Heart Pill. Even if I refine it slowly, it doesn’t matter.”

As he spoke, he hesitated for a moment. “And Ye Yu seems to care about you very much, Senior. Although he quarreled with you, if he comes back to the Two Polarities Sect and finds out that you’ve been treating me so well… What if he gets angry?”

“There’s no need to mention Ye Yu’s matter. Do you think I need his permission to do what I want?”

When Ye Yu was mentioned, a trace of coldness flashed across Ye Qingxin’s stunningly beautiful red eyes, but her tone was extremely indifferent.

Then, she glanced at Mu Zhian and suddenly asked casually, “You’re being so evasive, could it be that you dislike me?”

Mu Zhian said helplessly, “Senior is misunderstanding. It’s just that I’m worried that your consciousness will be damaged because of this.”

Ye Qingxin raised an eyebrow, leaned lazily against the railing behind her, her long, slender legs crossed, her hands folded across her chest, and chuckled. “Not to mention that I’m just a wisp of consciousness, even if I disappear, it doesn’t matter. Moreover, even if it’s just a wisp of consciousness, it’s no less than a Nascent Soul cultivator at their peak. It won’t disappear so easily.”

“And there aren’t many people I know in the Nine Provinces now. I’m afraid that even if this wisp of consciousness disappears one day, no one will know.”

When she said this, her eyes revealed an incomparably lonely look.

Everyone envied and marveled at the Ye family ancestor’s Dao Integration and ascension, but they didn’t know that although Dao Integration experts seemed to be powerful, they also had the sadness of watching their loved ones pass away one by one as their lifespans came to an end.

Now, there was no one in the Ye family who knew her.

Mu Zhian said sincerely, “I and Qian’er and the others all respect Senior very much. We don’t want Senior to just leave like this. If possible, we still hope that Senior can take care of yourself.”

Ye Qingxin’s beautiful face revealed a charming smile, and her enchanting, beautiful red eyes were captivating. She teased, “The so-called respect is to tear other people’s dresses to pieces in a fantasy?”

Can we just let this go already… Mu Zhian said helplessly, “People always have a dark side. Besides, the test of the Celestial Realm will infinitely amplify a person’s desires.”

Ye Qingxin glanced at him, her eyes alluring, her fingers gently resting on her red lips, as if intentionally or unintentionally, she said, “Then, what if I give you this chance?”

“I mean… What if I give you a chance to let your desires run wild?”

Her tone was casual, but the words she spoke were filled with endless temptation.

Mu Zhian was stunned, staring at the beautiful ancestor’s alluring red eyes.

If you put it that way, I’m all in…

“Then I’ll have to trouble Senior.”

After a brief moment of contemplation, Mu Zhi’an finally accepted Ye Qingxin’s assistance.

A Dao Integration expert, even if it was just a wisp of consciousness, was incredibly powerful, no less than a Nascent Soul cultivator at their peak. Moreover, once the Dao Heart Pill was refined, his Innate Celestial Furnace would be able to evolve again, and it might be able to accommodate two Dao Integration experts.

…

Vast and terrifying spiritual energy filled the room, and the room was filled with a brilliant glow. Mu Zhi’an sat cross-legged on the soft couch, his white robe seeming to glow with endless brilliance, like an immortal descending to the mortal world, his appearance handsome and divine.

He could feel that the effects of the Dao Heart Pill, which had been residing in his Innate Celestial Furnace, were rapidly refining along with Ye Qingxin’s secret technique. At this rate, it wouldn’t be long before it was completely refined.

If any female cultivator were here, they would be shocked, because when Ye Qingxin used her secret technique, the spiritual energy of Mu Zhi’an’s Innate Celestial Furnace gradually filled the room. All kinds of rare medicinal herbs, Heavenly Dao energy, and even the effects of emperor-grade medicinal herbs flowed in the spiritual energy.

The divinity contained in this spiritual energy, as long as one refined just one strand, would be comparable to an ordinary cultivator cultivating for dozens of days. Moreover, this spiritual energy was far more than just one strand.

Even though she already knew about the special nature of Mu Zhi’an’s Innate Celestial Furnace, Ye Qingxin couldn’t help but be secretly surprised.

Although the spiritual energy in this Innate Celestial Furnace was not very effective for her now, one must know that it was only at the Core Formation Realm that it could have a slight effect on a Dao Integration expert. This was a terrifying concept.

Even without the help of my secret technique, his speed of refining pills is still very fast… If this child were a descendant of the Ye family, that would be great.

Ye Qingxin’s eyes carried a trace of admiration, but she also felt a bit of regret again.

But soon, she chuckled softly.

Speaking of which, it was a good thing that he wasn’t a descendant of the Ye family.

If Mu Zhi’an were a descendant of the Ye family, it would be inconvenient… After all, it wouldn’t sound good.

With the activation of the secret technique, a resplendent golden light illuminated the entire room. That golden light was mixed with a bit of black flame, appearing extremely gorgeous.

After nearly half an hour, the spiritual energy that filled the ground rippled like water droplets falling on a lake.

Mu Zhi’an slowly opened his eyes, which were brighter than ever before, and a hint of joy appeared on his face.

In just half an hour, most of the Dao Heart Pill in his body had been refined. The remaining small portion of the medicinal effect could be completely refined within three days, even if left alone.

At this moment, Mu Zhi’an could feel that his Innate Celestial Furnace had expanded by nearly half compared to before!

If the effects of the Dao Heart Pill were completely refined, the Innate Celestial Furnace might be much larger than it was now.

“Thank you, Senior!” Mu Zhi’an bowed.

Although he was a little worried that Ye Qingxin would be weakened by using the secret technique, it seemed that he was overthinking it.

Ye Qingxin didn’t seem to be affected at all at this moment. Her body was almost flawless, without any imperfections.

Her long, flowing hair was draped over her back, and between her hair, there seemed to be sparks of fire, paired with the black and red dress that clung to her graceful figure, outlining a beauty that surpassed all others.

“After a while, the effects of the Dao Heart Pill will be fully utilized. Even without my help, your speed of refining pills is very fast. You don’t need to thank me.”

Ye Qingxin sat on a chair nearby, her black and red dress, her small embroidered shoes dangling, her black-painted fingertips resting on her red lips, a faint smile on her face.

“Even so, I still have to thank Senior for your care. If there’s anything I can do to help in the future, please don’t hesitate to ask,” Mu Zhi’an began to hint.

There were some things he could do, but he couldn’t say.

He had to wait for Ye Qingxin to say it.

After all, he couldn’t be sure if Ye Qingxin’s alluring words earlier were to test his character or if she really had such thoughts.

Ye Qingxin glanced at him, her eyes playful as she looked at Mu Zhi’an. “After using the secret technique, my consciousness will indeed weaken. After all, this is not my true body, and the spiritual energy a wisp of consciousness can absorb is limited.”

“But if I use the spiritual energy of the Innate Celestial Furnace as my own, there won’t be such a restriction.”

“However, I just saw that the spiritual energy in your Innate Celestial Furnace has been greatly depleted. It seems that you were busy before I came?”

As she spoke, her red-painted fingertips gently moved, casually lifting a corner of her dress, revealing her fair and slender legs.

Her fair skin seemed to have sparks scattered on it, emitting a breathtaking beauty, like a sacred flame that could not be profaned.

“The Ascension Ceremony is coming soon. To ensure that the Eastern Continent can achieve the final victory this time, I have to put in some effort.”

Mu Zhi’an sat beside Ye Qingxin without changing his expression and sniffed slightly. He could vaguely smell a faint fragrance of roses.

He gently placed a hand on Ye Qingxin’s beautiful leg and whispered, “Senior’s descent to the lower realm this time is for the Ye family’s ascension, but you have used your secret technique twice for me. If your spiritual consciousness dissipates because of this, this junior will probably feel guilty for the rest of his life.”

Ye Qingxin’s beautiful face revealed a faint smile, and she glanced at him with a subtle, gentle gaze. “Last time, you could say that you couldn’t control your desires during the assessment in the Celestial Realm, but now you’re not in the assessment.”

Mu Zhi’an maintained a smile. “Although it’s not the assessment in the Celestial Realm and my desires aren’t infinitely amplified, Senior Ye sitting here is even more moving than the one in my previous fantasy.”

Ye Qingxin’s red lips curled up slightly. She looked at Mu Zhi’an and gently raised her fingers, resting them on the sash that outlined her slender waist.

She gently pulled the sash, and Mu Zhi’an’s gaze was drawn to it.

However, Ye Qingxin did not continue to pull the sash. Instead, she turned her head slightly, and her alluring red eyes showed a hint of teasing.

She leaned close to Mu Zhi’an’s ear and whispered in a soft and beautiful voice, “Do you think that if your Jade Empress knows that you and the ancestor of the Ye family are being intimate in a room, what will she do?”

Mu Zhi’an just imagined it for a moment and couldn’t help but take a deep breath.

If the Jade Empress found out, he might have to spend some time with the Pure World Vines in the depths of the Jade Pool Holy Land.

Although Yao Meng didn’t seem to care much about the little fishes in Mu Zhi’an’s fish pond, she was still very wary of a ‘sea dragon’ like Ye Qingxin who was similar to her.

Just imagining that scene and feeling the soft and delicate sensation in his hand, Mu Zhi’an couldn’t help but feel a palpitation and… a faint excitement.

“But if you were to report to the Jade Empress about what happened between you and me tonight, she might not blame you in the future. Instead, she might think that it was my fault for seducing you,” Ye Qingxin suddenly said casually.

These words seemed to carry a dangerous meaning.

“Please rest assured, Senior. This junior will not speak carelessly and will definitely keep this secret,” Mu Zhi’an vowed.

What a joke. Even if nothing happened between him and Ye Qingxin tonight, speaking about such things would have more disadvantages than advantages.

Moreover, Ye Qingxin had indeed treated him very well. It could be said that this was a secret between the two of them… Sharing a common secret was one of the fastest ways to strengthen a relationship.

At this moment, a charming chuckle echoed in the room. “Secrets, throughout history, have never been kept. I don’t think you can keep it forever, unless… you also participate in this secret.”

Her voice was soft and sexy, yet also carried a hint of coldness.

It seemed that only at this moment did Ye Qingxin shed the pretense of a powerful being from the Heavenly Court in people’s eyes. What was revealed was Ye Qingxin’s true nature.

Both pure and seductive, exuding an irresistible temptation.

“Have I not already participated in this secret by talking with Senior for so long tonight?” Mu Zhi’an asked, puzzled.

Although they hadn’t done anything tonight, it should be known that one of the ‘mistresses’, Yao Meng, was not at home. Ye Qingxin had taken advantage of the situation and had an ambiguous relationship with Mu Zhi’an.

If this were placed in a drama from his previous life, it would definitely be an NTR plot!

Ye Qingxin chuckled softly. “That’s not considered participation yet.”

She gently brought her jade legs together, pressing Mu Zhi’an’s face against them, and kissed his lips with her small, red mouth.

The room seemed to suddenly fall silent, with only the flickering candlelight.

After a moment, Ye Qingxin gently exhaled a sweet fragrance, her red eyes moist and affectionate, extremely alluring.

“Now, we are accomplices.”

“Remember to keep this secret, little guy.”

Chapter 353: Mu Zhian: I Can’t Let the Jade Empress Down p2

When it came to Ye Lingxuan, the Forbidden Zone Master’s expression didn’t look too good.

He clasped his hands behind his back and said quietly, “I can’t directly interfere in my children’s relationships. And if I have to say, this kid is not bad, just a little fickle.”

Then, he snorted coldly. “If it weren’t for the Jade Empress and the Spirit Dragon, I would have taught him a lesson this time…”

Thinking of the various things he had heard about Mu Zhi’an since arriving at the Two Polarities Sect these past two days, the Forbidden Zone Master’s expression became somewhat unsightly.

In his youth, he had also been a romantic figure, similar to Mu Zhi’an. He had captured the hearts of many girls and even eloped with a Holy Maiden from an ancient family with a deep background. As a result, he was hunted down for several months.

Later, after he reached the Nascent Soul Realm, he personally went to apologize and propose marriage.

Even though the ancient family’s patriarch was reluctant, seeing his daughter so determined, he could only agree to the marriage.

This was one of the things the Forbidden Zone Master was quite proud of.

But he never expected that history would repeat itself. In the past, he had eloped with someone’s daughter, and now someone had secretly stolen his daughter’s heart…

However, back then, he was being hunted, while Mu Zhi’an… had no one who could hunt him down.

After all, he had the Jade Empress and the Spirit Dragon as his protectors. Moreover, the doll he and his wife had created also had the protection of the Reincarnated Empress. If he really wanted to teach Mu Zhi’an a lesson, it probably wouldn’t be easy.

He also never expected that the Jade Empress would actually fall for a Core Formation cultivator… Even though he had seen many storms, the Forbidden Zone Master couldn’t help but feel a little emotional at this moment.

“Is Senior very concerned about Mu Zhi’an’s affairs? I remember hearing that Senior had targeted him before?” the Forbidden Zone Master suddenly asked.

Although he didn’t like Mu Zhi’an, if Ye Qingxin targeted him, he would still have to mediate the matter.

After all, Mu Zhi’an was the Forbidden Zone’s son-in-law.

Ye Qingxin seemed to see through the Forbidden Zone Master’s thoughts and said calmly, “When I first descended, I listened to the words of a Ye family member and had some misunderstandings about Mu Zhi’an. But after interacting with him during this period, I think his character is good, and he is not an evil person.”

“So you don’t have to worry about me targeting him.”

“Mu Zhi’an’s character and talent are indeed good,” the Forbidden Zone Master nodded slightly, then paused and continued, “I may have to go into seclusion for a while. At that time, I will have to trouble Senior to take care of things.”

“Don’t worry.”

Ye Qingxin raised an eyebrow, her eyes carrying a profound meaning, and said softly, “Whether it’s your daughter, or Qian’er, or… Mu Zhi’an, I will take good care of them.”

“After all, such good saplings, if they were to fall midway, I would also feel it was a pity.”

Especially a genius like Mu Zhi’an, he needed even more attention.

Although he was only at the Core Formation Realm now, Mu Zhi’an’s Innate Celestial Furnace would grow stronger as his realm increased.

As someone like Ye Qingxin, even if she was cultivating a person with poor talent, she could rely on her own nurturing and pills to cultivate them to the Nascent Soul Realm. If their luck was good, they might even reach Soul Transformation.

Moreover, Mu Zhi’an’s talent was among the best of the younger generation, and he had a very high chance of reaching Soul Transformation.

Once Mu Zhi’an advanced to the Soul Transformation Realm, paired with a Dao Integration-level Innate Celestial Furnace…

Ye Qingxin quickly collected her thoughts. After talking with the Forbidden Zone Master for a few more sentences, she watched as the master of the Forbidden Zone transformed into a black light and left the hall.

She withdrew her gaze and was about to close her eyes and continue meditating when she suddenly seemed to sense something. She raised her beautiful eyes, which were both clear and alluring, and looked at the sky outside the hall.

“A strange phenomenon?”

“And it’s in the Jade Glass Palace…?”

After Ye Qingxin whispered to herself, her eyes flickered slightly.

For some reason, the first person she thought of was him.

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After sending Wei Mengrou out of the room, Mu Zhian looked up at the sky.

Although there was no lightning tribulation, the clouds in the night sky swirled as the wind slowly moved them, emitting a heavy pressure that made people feel inexplicably oppressed.

“When a strange phenomenon appears in the sky, something significant will happen,” Wei Mengrou whispered to herself. Her fingers subconsciously moved to a certain spot on her right thigh.

No matter how she thought about it, she felt that this phenomenon should be related to Mu Zhian killing the Chosen One today and giving her the luck.

“No matter what caused this phenomenon, the Heavenly Dao can’t directly intervene. There’s no need to worry.”

“Speaking of which, you should take a bath first, Mengrou.”

Mu Zhian reached out and gently placed his hand on her shoulder. He was dressed in a white robe, and as the night wind blew, he looked up at the strange phenomenon in the night sky, a faint smile on his face.

What if a strange phenomenon appeared in the sky? It was just incompetent rage.

You can use the Heavenly Dao to arrange for Chosen Ones to target me in the dark, and I can eliminate them one by one.

And take advantage of the opportunity to get some good things…

After Wei Mengrou left, Mu Zhian casually withdrew his gaze and rubbed his waist, feeling a little weak.

It was no wonder.

First, he had been ‘stepped on’ by Lingxuan and Qian’er, and then he had spent a long time being intimate with them. When he returned, he had hurriedly transferred the newly acquired luck to Mengrou… Moreover, the spiritual energy in his Innate Celestial Furnace had been devoured by the mysterious chains summoned by Wei Mengrou.

Even a bull would be exhausted after plowing the field so much.

“They always say that Ye Yu and Xiao Hua are like leeks, fattened up and ready for harvest… Now I feel like I’m the leek, fattening up my Innate Celestial Furnace only to have it harvested by Ruoxi and the others.”

Mu Zhian sighed softly.

He turned around and returned to his room to meditate and regulate his spiritual energy.

At this moment, Mu Zhian suddenly felt a familiar red light coming from afar.

In the next moment, a red light landed in front of the courtyard, and flames burned.

A ravishing woman stepped out of the red flames. She was dressed in a dress with a red base and black patterns, which wrapped around her beautiful body. Behind her, black and red flames burned, extremely gorgeous.

“Senior Ye, why are you here?” Mu Zhi’an asked in surprise.

The person who had come to the Garden of Heavenly Harmony was the Ye family’s ancestor, Ye Qingxin.

“There was a strange phenomenon in the Jade Glass Palace today. I guessed that you were the cause of it, so I came to take a look. If there were any problems, I could protect your consciousness in time.”

Ye Qingxin’s clear voice was indifferent. She looked at Mu Zhi’an for a few moments and asked doubtfully, “Why has your spiritual energy been depleted so much?”

Mu Zhi’an smiled. “It’s nothing. I just had a little mishap during cultivation.”

Seeing that Ye Qingxin was still doubtful, Mu Zhi’an immediately changed the subject again. “Ye Yu left the sect two days ago. I don’t know what he’s up to.”

“Does Senior know where he was going?”

Mu Zhi’an asked sincerely and doubtfully.

Ye Qingxin’s beautiful eyes flashed with a trace of coldness, and she said, “That direction can only lead to the Demon Realm. In the past two days, the Chaos Lands have been faintly emitting a glow. He must be going there, where else could he go?”

“The Chaos Lands? He went to the Chaos Lands?” Mu Zhi’an was surprised. “There are demonic cultivators everywhere. Won’t he be in danger?”

“Since he went there on his own, he must have made the necessary preparations,” Ye Qingxin said indifferently.

However, when she mentioned Ye Yu, the beautiful ancestor of the Ye family showed an extremely indifferent and disappointed expression in her beautiful eyes.

She had already given up on this unworthy descendant.

She felt that even an outsider would know how to be grateful, but Ye Yu…

Sometimes, a so-called clansman might not be as good as an outsider.

Mu Zhi’an pondered for a moment, then smiled warmly. “That’s true. Even if there are demonic cultivators, the old man in Ye Yu’s body can help him. After all, that old man knew many demonic cultivators in the past. He must have introduced some to Brother Ye.”

“He knows demonic cultivators?”

Ye Qingxin’s eyes flickered slightly, and she glanced at Mu Zhian.

“A few days ago, I happened to overhear the Jade Empress mentioning that the consciousness in Ye Yu’s body is called Yao Shan. He was well-known in the Eastern Continent in the past and made many friends. He even knew many people in the Demon Realm,” Mu Zhian said with a smile.

Ye Qingxin was silent for a long time.

She knew about the hatred between Mu Zhian and Ye Yu, and her original plan was not to take sides.

However, at this moment, hearing Mu Zhian’s words, even Ye Qingxin was a little stunned.

She had heard Ye Yu mention the events in Tianxuan City before, including the fact that Bai Ruoxi’s true identity was that of a demonic cultivator.

At that time, Ye Yu mentioned this, hoping that she would take care of Bai Ruoxi, who was a demonic cultivator.

However, for a powerful being like Ye Qingxin, she naturally didn’t have much of an opinion about demonic cultivators.

She knew that Ye Yu had used the fact that Bai Ruoxi was a demonic cultivator to make trouble in Tianxuan City and had informed the Two Polarities Sect that Mu Zhian was harboring a demonic cultivator.

According to Ye Yu’s explanation at the time, he was deeply pained by demonic cultivators.

At that time, Ye Qingxin only thought that Ye Yu was passionate and righteous, but she didn’t pay much attention to it.

But if Ye Yu really knew demonic cultivators… then his explanation at that time would seem a bit weak.

Although she had already decided not to care about Ye Yu’s affairs anymore, when she really discovered that this child was completely different from what she had imagined, and was even so ruthless, Ye Qingxin still felt extremely disappointed.

Under the night sky, her figure was still alluring, and her red dress accentuated her graceful figure. She was beautiful, and her figure was like fire. The black patterns on her dress added a bit of mystery.

However, that figure seemed a little lonely.

“Senior, not all members of the Ye family are like Ye Yu… At least Qian’er and Lingxuan are by your side. They will definitely not disappoint you.”

Mu Zhian boldly placed his hand on the back of Ye Qingxin’s cool, soft hand, as if trying to convey his sincerity to her through this method.

The warmth from his palm made Ye Qingxin’s expression soften a lot. She glanced at Mu Zhian.

Although she knew that Mu Zhian’s words were meant to comfort her, at least knowing how to consider others’ feelings was much better than Ye Yu.

Hmm, I’ve built up enough goodwill. I should know when to stop… Mu Zhian thought to himself.

After all, this was the Garden of Heavenly Harmony. Although Ruoxi was meditating in preparation for the Ascension Ceremony, Yao Meng could return at any moment.

However, just as Mu Zhi’an was about to withdraw his hand, he found that he couldn’t move it at all.

Ye Qingxin held Mu Zhi’an’s hand, turned her head slightly to glance at him, and a playful smile appeared on her beautiful face.

“Senior…?”

Mu Zhi’an was stunned. Normally, he should be the one teasing her and building goodwill. Why was she suddenly taking the initiative?

“Your Dao Heart Pill is still being refined. Under normal circumstances, it would take at least three to five days. If you want the full effects of the pill to be realized, it will probably take at least half a month.”

“If I use my secret technique, the effects of the pill can be fully realized tonight, allowing the Innate Celestial Furnace to complete its advancement,” Ye Qingxin said softly.

Mu Zhi’an hesitated for a moment, then immediately said, “But that would affect Senior’s consciousness, right?”

However, as soon as his voice fell, he saw Ye Qingxin’s slender fingers gently tracing along her fair leg, gradually moving upwards until they stopped just before the hem of her dress.

Sensing Mu Zhi’an’s gaze, her red lips curled up slightly, and her fingertips gently lifted a corner of her elegant dress, revealing a pair of fair and slender legs.

It was only then that Mu Zhi’an finally realized that the development of the situation seemed to have exceeded his plans.

“You don’t have to worry about the secret technique affecting my consciousness. If I can use the Innate Celestial Furnace to assist me afterward, my consciousness will naturally be nourished.”

Mu Zhi’an understood the meaning behind these words and was surprised. “But to nourish one’s consciousness, one must…”

“Didn’t you do something similar in my Celestial Realm before?”

Ye Qingxin’s eyes were alluring, her red pupils seemed to contain endless charm.

Then, the quiet courtyard once again heard her soft voice.

“Isn’t this what you wanted?”

It is, but I really don’t have any left tonight… Mu Zhi’an said with restraint and tact, “No, I can’t do this to the Jade Empress…”

However, at this moment, before Mu Zhi’an could speak again, Ye Qingxin had already gently brought her red lips to his ear.

“The Jade Empress is with the Holy Maiden of the Jade Pool tonight. She won’t be back.”

“Of course…”

She gazed into Mu Zhi’an’s eyes, her beautiful, ruby-like eyes filled with a seductive allure.

Accompanied by the moist breath from her sandalwood lips, a tempting and soft voice floated into his ears.

“Remember to keep it a secret from them.”

Chapter 353: Mu Zhian: I Can’t Let the Jade Empress Down p1

As spiritual energy flowed in, a seemingly ethereal luck seemed to become a part of Wei Mengrou.

Meanwhile, Mu Zhian, in a state of desirelessness, suddenly felt a slight vibration from his personal interface. He raised his hand and opened it.

The original title of ‘Chosen One’ had now disappeared, but soon, he felt a golden light flash before his eyes.

The originally somewhat blurry title of ‘Lord of the Heavenly Court’ now clearly appeared in his field of vision.

[Lord of the Heavenly Court: The one who can modify the rules of the Heavenly Court, the first seat to open the Heavenly Court, able to directly bestow authority upon others.]

“The first seat of the Heavenly Court?”

Mu Zhian’s attention was quickly drawn to these words. After a brief look, he couldn’t help but feel a bit more interested.

“I wonder what will happen after this authority is bestowed?”

“I didn’t expect to gain so many benefits from solving a Chosen One. Although it doesn’t directly benefit me, it might be of great help to the girls around me.”

Mu Zhian couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.

Although he didn’t know what would happen after bestowing authority on others, since it involved the Heavenly Court, it must be something good… He would test it slowly later, or find time to ask that little Heavenly Dao loli.

“Mengrou, how do you feel now?”

Mu Zhian quickly collected his thoughts, reached out and held Wei Mengrou’s soft hand, and asked softly.

Although he knew that luck had been bestowed on Wei Mengrou, luck was something ethereal. Apart from beings like the Spirit Dragon, who were inherently connected to luck, no one could see luck with the naked eye.

Sensing the young man’s chest close to her back and the warmth emanating from his body, Wei Mengrou subconsciously leaned back slightly.

Then, she lowered her head and whispered, “Although I can’t directly sense the luck, I can feel that the constraints of this world on me seem to have weakened.”

“After all, this luck originally belonged to the old Heavenly Dao, and your bad luck is the restriction of the old Heavenly Dao on you… Saying it like this, it feels like we’re exploiting a loophole…” Mu Zhi’an muttered.

“A loophole?” Wei Mengrou’s eyes showed confusion. (She doesn’t know the term bug)

“It’s nothing, don’t worry about it. In short, the luck of the old Heavenly Dao is useful to you. I’ll take you to a medicinal bath.”

As Mu Zhi’an spoke, he couldn’t help but look at her again. Although they had just finished, he still felt a little tempted.

Wei Mengrou belonged to the type of mature and aloof maid. Her figure was already tall and sexy, and with a pair of extremely elastic and fair legs, she was even more likely to arouse a man’s desire to conquer.

Wei Mengrou secretly glanced at Mu Zhi’an and pretended to be cold, “I’ll go by myself… Nothing good ever comes from being with you.”

After saying that, seeing that Mu Zhi’an was still not moving but showing a thoughtful look, she couldn’t help but ask, “What’s wrong?”

Mu Zhi’an pondered for a while and said, “It’s a pity that high heels don’t seem to be popular in the Eastern Continent. I think you would look great in high heels, fishnet stockings, or black and white stockings like last time.”

“And then be stepped on by you, the master?” Wei Mengrou glanced at Mu Zhi’an disdainfully.

Mengrou understands me well, but it would be better if she looked at me with disdain…

Mu Zhi’an got out of bed, poured her a glass of water, and admired her graceful figure, sighing, “It’s just a bit of fun. It’s not that I really like it.”

Wei Mengrou took the glass of water, took small sips, and didn’t respond.

Although cultivators at the Core Formation Realm were basically beyond the need for food and drink, Wei Mengrou had lost a lot of fluids tonight, and this was also the young master’s kind intention, so she naturally didn’t refuse.

After a while, she lifted the blanket, intending to get out of bed. At this moment, she suddenly noticed Mu Zhi’an’s direct gaze. Wei Mengrou gave him a disdainful and shy look, wrapped herself in the blanket, and covered her graceful and fair body.

However, just as her feet touched the ground, she suddenly felt her legs go weak.

Mu Zhi’an reacted quickly and immediately reached out to support her. He hurriedly asked, “What’s wrong? Did the old Heavenly Dao’s luck not suit you and cause a backlash?”

Wei Mengrou, supported by Mu Zhi’an, sat on the edge of the bed, looking at him with a complicated expression. Her pretty face was as red as if she were drunk, as if blood would drip out. She lowered her head and whispered, “It’s… it’s nothing…”

Mu Zhi’an saw her reticent appearance and was even more worried. Like Mengrou’s icy beauty, she might call him master when she was in the mood on the bed, and she might be shy afterward.

But her reticent appearance now was very rare.

“Mengrou, with our relationship, if there is any problem, don’t deliberately hide it. I will find a way to solve it,” Mu Zhi’an said immediately.

“You…” Wei Mengrou’s face was as red as if blood would drip out, and her voice was as soft as a mosquito’s hum.

“What?”

Wei Mengrou’s slender hand tightly grasped the blanket. After hesitating for a long time, she took a shallow breath, exhaled slowly, and whispered, “…Next time, be gentler.”

Mu Zhi’an: “…”

Even someone as thick-skinned as Mu Zhi’an was a little embarrassed.

Indeed, Mengrou had only been intimate with him a few times. Although her realm was extremely high and she was infinitely close to the Nascent Soul Realm, in this aspect, she was still a novice.

And the Heavenly Court’s spiritual energy was already extremely rich. It was not something that could be completely absorbed in a short time.

During this period, it was normal for the body to be in a weakened state.

But fortunately, Wei Mengrou wasn’t backlashed by the luck of the old Heavenly Dao, and Mu Zhi’an was relieved.

Mu Zhi’an helped the maid to sit on the edge of the bed. At this moment, he suddenly felt a wisp of aura that did not belong to Wei Mengrou silently enveloping the room.

The Primordial Witch!

Mu Zhi’an subconsciously looked down at the direction from which the Primordial Witch’s aura was emanating, and his gaze directly froze on Wei Mengrou’s fair thigh.

He subconsciously reached out and touched her right thigh. In addition to the soft touch, he saw a black butterfly imprint appearing on her fair skin.

Mu Zhi’an stared at it for a short while, then subconsciously whispered, “The Primordial Witch’s mark…?”

He recognized the Primordial Witch’s aura, and the spiritual energy emanating from Wei Mengrou at this moment was that of the Primordial Witch.

It seemed that the Primordial Witch and the old Heavenly Dao had a deep connection…

In the past, the Primordial Witch was cursed by the old Heavenly Dao, and misfortune befell her.

For the Primordial Witch, or rather, for Wei Mengrou, this misfortune was equivalent to a seal.

Now that she had obtained part of the old Heavenly Dao’s luck, Wei Mengrou’s misfortune had been partially offset, and the seal had also been gradually lifted.

“Will Mengrou feel any discomfort in her body?” Mu Zhi’an asked quickly.

Wei Mengrou shook her head slightly and whispered, “No, I just felt a slight burning sensation on my right thigh just now, but it wasn’t uncomfortable.”

“If anything, I feel that my body is much lighter than before.”

She gently raised her slender fingers, and Mu Zhi’an was surprised to find that the black butterfly on Wei Mengrou’s thigh seemed to come alive, flying from her thigh and landing on her fingertip.

“This is…” Mu Zhi’an was puzzled.

“The Immortal-Devouring Demonic Technique. You should have seen the Primordial Witch use this technique before,” Wei Mengrou said, gently waving the butterfly from her fingertip.

Almost instantly, the butterfly seemed to turn into black threads, surrounded by a black mist.

Whoosh!

Before Mu Zhi’an could react, the threads had already wrapped around his body.

Mu Zhi’an was slightly stunned and said in astonishment, “Chains again?”

Is she really planning to create a ‘Sealed Mu Zhi’an’ scene in the future…?

Wei Mengrou smiled charmingly and snapped her fingers. The black mist enveloped Mu Zhi’an.

Wei Mengrou, who was still in his field of vision just a moment ago, was now impossible to see clearly.

“Alright, Mengrou, stop playing around. Release me quickly.”

Mu Zhi’an tried to break free, but found that although the threads looked extremely fragile, when he tried to use his spiritual energy to break free, the spiritual energy was greedily absorbed by the black threads. The spiritual energy that had just been circulating in his vessel was instantly and completely devoured.

This technique cultivated by the Primordial Witch is too overbearing. It can actually directly devour my spiritual energy?!

The more Mu Zhi’an circulated his spiritual energy, the more shocked he became. In the end, he simply gave up struggling and waited for Wei Mengrou to release him.

He wasn’t worried that Wei Mengrou would just tie him up and leave him there.

Although a black mist enveloped him, Mu Zhi’an could still vaguely hear the sound of clothes rubbing against delicate skin.

It was clear that Wei Mengrou was changing, but she didn’t want to be seen by her young master, so she used this method to avoid being teased again while changing.

Sure enough, after a while, the black mist in front of Mu Zhi’an gradually dissipated, and Wei Mengrou’s graceful figure appeared in his field of vision.

“Can you release me now?” Mu Zhi’an asked helplessly.

He thought that after tonight’s ‘punishment,’ she would have become an obedient girl, but it seemed he was still too naive.

Wei Mengrou looked at her young master’s helpless expression, and a faint, sadistic smile appeared on her lips.

“Your spiritual energy is even weaker than before.”

Mu Zhi’an’s guess was correct. The luck from the old Heavenly Dao given to Wei Mengrou also meant that some of the restrictions on Wei Mengrou had been lifted, and the Primordial Witch’s abilities were gradually awakening.

This technique was a sign of the Primordial Witch’s awakening.

Why do I feel like it’s not just her abilities, but even her personality is leaning a bit towards the Primordial Witch’s…?

Mu Zhi’an’s heart skipped a beat. Looking at Wei Mengrou, who now seemed to have a bit more of the ‘witch’ in her charming smile, and the teasing look in her beautiful eyes, he couldn’t help but feel a little regret.

It seemed that he had still held back a bit on the bed.

He had thought that his ‘punishment’ would have turned her into a good girl who only cared for her master, but now it seemed… she only called him ‘master’ when she was aroused.

Next time I get the chance, I must give her a lesson she’ll never forget…

Mu Zhi’an was a man with a strong desire for exploration. If spiritual energy could be transferred to her through dual cultivation, what about from other places…? He wondered if it would have any effect.

Of course, such things couldn’t be rushed. They had to be developed slowly.

Or perhaps he could have Mengrou try to be a girl with a ‘blessed mouth’ next time. The spiritual energy of the Innate Celestial Furnace should also have an enhancing effect…?

Seeing that Mu Zhi’an remained silent, Wei Mengrou snapped her fingers, and the black threads turned into a butterfly. In the next moment, it landed on her right leg, like a beautiful butterfly print.

She glanced at Mu Zhi’an and said, “I’ll let you off this time, but if you dare to tease me again… it won’t be as simple as just tying you up.”

“Thank you for your mercy, Mengrou.”

Mu Zhi’an smiled and sincerely replied.

Wei Mengrou nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction in her eyes.

Of course, if she knew that Mu Zhi’an was already thinking about punishing her next time, and even wanted her to use her mouth… she definitely wouldn’t have untied him so easily.

“It’s getting late. I’ll see you out, Mengrou,” Mu Zhi’an said in a timely manner, stepping forward to support her and slowly leaving the room.

While the two were talking, they didn’t notice that at this moment, in the sky above the Jade Glass Palace, the originally calm clouds were now slowly rotating like a vortex…

In a certain hall on the Southern Bank, Ye Qingxin slowly opened her alluring red eyes in front of the lotus pond.

A formation surrounded her, mist swirling, and divine light gushing out. Ordinary people couldn’t see her true form. They could only vaguely see a graceful figure looming, unrealistically beautiful and alluring.

“What do you want?” Ye Qingxin asked calmly.

Although the place was resplendent with brilliance, Ye Qingxin still caught sight of the man outside the lotus pond.

If any cultivator happened to see this scene, they would surely be shocked. Because the man who appeared in the hall was none other than Ye Lingxuan’s biological father, the current Master of the Forbidden Zone.

“Senior Ye, it’s been a long time. You still look as elegant as ever,” the Forbidden Zone Master said, looking up at the woman in the lotus pond. A faint smile appeared on his usually stern face.

Although the current Forbidden Zone Master’s realm was similar to Ye Qingxin’s, in terms of seniority, she was superior to him. This level of etiquette was still necessary.

“The Ye family and the Forbidden Zone are no longer related. I wonder why the Master of the Forbidden Zone has come here today?” Ye Qingxin’s tone was calm and indifferent.

“A few days ago, I heard from my daughter that Senior had personally guided her, so I wanted to take this opportunity to come and thank you in person.”

The Forbidden Zone Master looked at Ye Qingxin in the mist and slowly spoke.

Upon mentioning the Ye sisters, Ye Qingxin’s eyes softened slightly. She shook her head and said, “Although the Forbidden Zone has nothing to do with the Ye family, Ye Qian used to be taken care of by your daughter. This can be considered as repayment to her.”

As she spoke, Ye Qingxin changed the subject. “You didn’t come here for this matter. You want to ask me about the path to immortality, right?”

“If that’s why you’re here, I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed.”

The Forbidden Zone Master frowned slightly and said, “What do you mean?”

“The path to immortality appears once every ten thousand years. Although I have been in the Heavenly Court, I don’t know how the path to immortality appears,” Ye Qingxin said.

“If I knew how the path to immortality appeared, I wouldn’t have needed to descend with a wisp of my consciousness.”

Speaking of the path to immortality, Ye Qingxin couldn’t help but think of that humble and gentle young man. She continued, “You’ve only had this one daughter. She’s with Mu Zhi’an. You don’t object?”

 

Chapter 352: Mengrou, My Dear Mengrou…

At the border between the Eastern Continent and the Demon Realm lies a deep abyss, its true face impossible to discern.

Within the abyss, unknown flames burn year-round, making it utterly inaccessible to ordinary cultivators.

The borderlands, a vast expanse of towering mountains and ancient trees that seem to support the sky, are lush and magnificent.

Normally, this area would be devoid of any human presence, as the borderlands are extremely sensitive. A single misstep could lead to one’s demise.

After all, demonic cultivators run rampant here, and being in the borderlands, few people pass through.

However, on this particular day, many cultivators were seen transforming into streaks of light, hovering near the borderlands, seemingly searching for a way to enter the abyss.

In an ancient town within the borderlands, a young man dressed in black robes had just arrived.

“It seems that I’m not the only one who has noticed the treasures in the Chaos Lands.”

“Although I wasn’t able to reach the end of the Ascension Ceremony this time, it was still a good opportunity to temper my will…”

The black-robed young man seemed to be talking to himself, but in reality, he was communicating with the old man within his body.

This black-robed young man was, of course, Ye Yu.

Over the past three days, he had made many friends along the way. Although he had also offended some enemies, none of them were his match.

Even when Nascent Soul cultivators appeared behind those enemies, the old man within his body could easily handle them all.

Now, he was full of confidence, and his strength had even improved to a higher level. He vaguely felt as if he had touched a trace of Dao Rhyme.

If ordinary people knew about this, they would probably be shocked.

To have touched upon the Dao Rhyme that only Nascent Soul cultivators could touch while still in the Core Formation Realm, his future prospects were absolutely limitless!

“Teacher, where is this acquaintance you said you wanted me to meet?”

After traveling for a while, Ye Yu finally couldn’t help but ask.

On his way to the borderlands, Yao Shan had already told him that he had contacted an old acquaintance he had known in the past, and this person would help him obtain the treasures in the Chaos Lands.

He was favored by the Heavenly Dao, had the help of the old man within his body, and possessed exceptional talent… With all these advantages, Ye Yu was gradually emerging from the shadow of his previous defeat by Mu Zhi’an.

To Ye Yu, Mu Zhi’an was just a stepping stone on his path of cultivation. He could constantly obtain opportunities, while Mu Zhi’an couldn’t.

This time, he was determined to obtain the immortal inheritance in the Chaos Lands.

To do so, he needed to make a deal with the ‘old acquaintance’ his teacher had mentioned.

“He’s been behind you all along.”

At this moment, an aged voice came from within his body, causing Ye Yu’s heart to jump. He abruptly turned his head to look.

Appearing before his eyes was a thin man who looked as withered as a stick. His sinister eyes stared at Ye Yu, and a cold voice echoed in this area.

“Yao Shan, I didn’t expect you to still be alive. It’s been a long time.”

Ye Yu looked at the man in front of him with suspicion, and then his heart skipped a beat: A demonic cultivator?!

The aura emanating from this man was clearly demonic!

“Relax your body. I will control it to make the deal with him,” the old man in his body said.

Ye Yu’s eyes flickered, showing some hesitation.

It should be known that the Eastern Continent was quite hostile towards demonic cultivators, and Ye Yu was naturally one of them.

Moreover, this man looked sinister and clearly dangerous.

At this moment, Yao Shan said comfortingly, “There are no true enemies in these Nine Provinces. Even the Sect Master of the Two Polarities Sect, whom you know, has also cooperated with the Demon Empress.”

“You don’t have to worry. This person’s name is Fang Long, and he is the Third Elder of the Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan. In the past, when I was traveling the Nine Provinces, I happened to meet him, and we can be considered friends.”

Hearing this, Ye Yu gritted his teeth in secret and finally relaxed his body, allowing Yao Shan to control it.

He was the Chosen One and had obtained opportunities that ordinary people might never encounter in their entire lives several times. But he still found it difficult to close the gap between himself and Mu Zhi’an.

Right now, only by obtaining the inheritance and treasures in the Chaos Lands could he completely evolve and kill Mu Zhi’an.

To this end, it didn’t matter whether it was a cultivator or a demonic cultivator. As long as he could become stronger, that was enough!

“I didn’t expect the once-glorious Yao Shan to have fallen to such a state,” Fang Long stared at Ye Yu coldly, a faint smile on his face.

He could clearly feel that another consciousness within the black-robed young man had taken control of the body.

“This matter is in the past. There’s no need to mention it.”

“Instead of this, I want to make a deal with you,” Yao Shan said leisurely.

Fang Long narrowed his eyes and said with a faint smile, “If you were still the great alchemist of the past, that would be one thing. But now you don’t even have a body. What do you have to trade with me? And what do you want?”

“The Chaos Lands are rampant with demonic cultivators, and flames burn there all year round. If ordinary cultivators barge in directly, I’m afraid they won’t have enough lives.”

Yao Shan said slowly, “The Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan controls the borderlands. If you give the word… no one will object.”

Fang Long narrowed his eyes and smiled. “My Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan is not a top power in the Demon Realm, but we do have some influence. However, why should I help you?”

“Have you ever heard of the Calamity Body?”

Yao Shan asked with a chuckle, as if he had completely seen through this demonic cultivator.

Fang Long’s eyes flashed, but he remained silent.

However, his slightly moved expression was impossible to hide.

“The Calamity Body is a constitution punished by the Heavenly Dao. It does not belong within the rules of heaven and earth. In the past, one of the reasons why I wanted the Myriad Transformations Cauldron was to refine a pill that could shield one from the Heavenly Secrets.”

Shielding oneself from the Heavenly Secrets meant jumping out of the Heavenly Dao’s control and no longer being within the rules of heaven and earth.

If the Heavenly Dao sensed this, it would impose a heavenly punishment.

But which of the great powers in this world didn’t want to shield themselves from the Heavenly Secrets?

Shielding oneself from the Heavenly Secrets meant that future cultivation would no longer be restricted by the rules of heaven and earth. Whether it was Nascent Soul, Soul Transformation, or even Dao Integration, they wouldn’t be bound by this world.

However, that pill that could shield one from the Heavenly Secrets required the Myriad Transformations Cauldron and many other medicinal ingredients to be refined.

In the past, Yao Shan had wanted this pill, which was why he had taken the risk of trying to steal the Myriad Transformations Cauldron. As a result, he was discovered by Luo Tan and fled, injured.

If he hadn’t been lucky and left a trace of his consciousness hidden in a ring, there would probably be no Yao Shan in this world today.

Seeing that Fang Long was clearly tempted, Yao Shan continued, “The Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan holds great power in the borderlands. I heard that the Demon Empress is currently preparing for seclusion. Even if you let my disciple into the Chaos Lands, no one will dare to question it.”

“I can swear that after this is done, I will immediately offer the refining formula for that pill.”

“And if I obtain the Myriad Transformations Cauldron in the future, I can also refine it for you.”

The Demon-Devouring Rhinoceros clan was one of the demonic clans that guarded the borderlands. Without his teacher, it would be difficult to enter the Chaos Lands…

Hearing the conversation between the two, Ye Yu secretly rejoiced that he had picked up that worn-out ring in the past and awakened Yao Shan.

Thinking of this, Ye Yu’s eyes also flashed with a bit of coldness.

In fact, regarding the matter of Ye Qingxin, he had carefully considered it these past two days. Because of his teacher’s reminder, he realized his mistake. He had actually vented his anger on his ancestor because he had been provoked by Mu Zhi’an, even making her feel heartbroken.

However, he was a descendant of the Ye family. If he wanted to make amends, that ancestor should forgive him.

However, even if he was forgiven, the relationship that had already been cracked could never be fully repaired. The estrangement between them would only grow bigger and bigger.

But even if there was estrangement, his ancestor was still his person. Mu Zhi’an, an outsider, had no right to interfere!

The treasures in the Chaos Lands would be a turning point in his growth and the first step in making his ancestor look at him in a new light.

Ye Yu’s heart was filled with anticipation. At this moment, Fang Long was silent for a moment, then suddenly and casually said, “Some time ago, I heard that the Imperial Advisor of the Great Qian Dynasty, for the sake of a woman, did not hesitate to risk offending the Two Polarities Sect and tried to take her away. Is that true?”

Yao Shan nodded slightly. “The woman you mentioned is a maid of a disciple of the Two Polarities Sect. She is the Calamity Body, and her talent is extremely terrifying.”

Although he had been in Ye Yu’s body all this time, he still generally knew what was happening in the outside world.

Although he didn’t know Wei Mengrou’s identity, he knew that the reason why Gu Buxing wanted the Calamity Body was probably for a similar purpose of shielding himself from the Heavenly Secrets.

“Interesting, interesting…”

Fang Long muttered to himself, then a cold smile appeared on his resolute face. He looked up and said, “The deal between you and me is done.”

The two did not notice that a faint ripple had appeared in the space not far from them…

…

If it were in the past, Mu Zhi’an probably wouldn’t have known what was happening here.

But at this moment, through the information conveyed by the Void Nightmare, he had a general idea of what they were saying.

“Shielding oneself from the Heavenly Secrets can cause the Heavenly Dao to retaliate, adding misfortune to oneself. But it also means that cultivation is no longer restricted by the rules of heaven and earth… Although I already knew this, why does Yao Shan also know?”

“Could it be that he knows something that happened to Sister Mengrou in the past?”

Mu Zhi’an heard the information reported by the Void Nightmare in his mind, and his eyes also showed a thoughtful look.

In Mu Zhi’an’s arms, a graceful figure lay on the bed, her hair loose, her face flushed with a drunken blush, looking extremely charming.

She held Mu Zhi’an’s back tightly with both hands, her misty and moist eyes looking at him in confusion, tilting her head slightly. “What’s wrong?”

It seemed that only at this time would Wei Mengrou not show her usual cold and aloof attitude to the world, nor would she hide her heart. Instead, she would reveal a shy side of a girl to the fullest, looking extremely alluring.

“Ye Yu has already reached the borderlands and is making some kind of deal with a demon cultivator from the Demon Realm,” Mu Zhi’an said.

“Back then, Ye Yu used the accusation of being a demon cultivator to cause trouble for you several times. Now, he himself has cooperated with a demon cultivator?”

Wei Mengrou’s beautiful eyes flashed with a hint of coldness. It seemed that she had forgotten about Mu Zhi’an’s hand that was causing trouble under the covers, or perhaps she had become accustomed to Mu Zhi’an’s mischief after the recent intimacy.

After a brief moment of contemplation, her beautiful eyes looked at Mu Zhi’an, and her red lips parted slightly as she whispered, “What are you going to do next?”

“What do you mean, what am I going to do?” Mu Zhi’an asked, puzzled.

Wei Mengrou frowned slightly and said, “Are you planning to set off for the borderlands… Hmm~”

Her clear and charming voice suddenly came to a halt, and Wei Mengrou suddenly covered her small mouth.

Mu Zhi’an exhaled in her ear and whispered, “This kind of thing is too distracting. What we should do now is to transfer the luck of the Innate Celestial Furnace to you first. As for other things, we’ll talk about them later.”

“You… Don’t you worry that he will enter the Chaos Lands first… and obtain the treasures inside?” Wei Mengrou suppressed the throbbing in her heart, feeling both shy and resentful as she glared at Mu Zhi’an.

“What are you saying? You have to call me Master,” Mu Zhi’an gently patted Wei Mengrou’s thigh.

Wei Mengrou gave Mu Zhi’an a disdainful look, not wanting to pay attention to him, and turned her head away.

A strand of scattered hair rested on her rosy lips, concealing her flushed face.

The room fell into a brief silence. Mu Zhi’an didn’t say anything, just held her, but remained motionless, as if he was in a stalemate with her.

Wei Mengrou seemed a little uncomfortable, her legs shifting, her delicate face showing a blush of shyness. She seemed unwilling to give in, biting her lip, but from time to time, she would secretly glance at him through her hair.

After a long while, a very soft and gentle voice came from the room. “Mas… Master…”

“Hehe, Mengrou, my dear Mengrou… you’re so cute.”

Mu Zhi’an chuckled, satisfied, and kissed her lips, then pulled up the blanket.

Wei Mengrou’s eyes were misty as she looked at the ceiling. She could clearly feel that something seemed to be surging within her body, something vast and terrifying.

And as this energy surged in, it seemed to indirectly affect her bad luck.

In the next room, Lin Ling yawned, bored, covering her small mouth. Tears welled up in her eyes.

She dangled her fair feet, tilted her head, and rested it on the table, her finger gently poking the Eight Treasure Crane that was tied up and thrown on the table.

Because Mu Zhi’an had been busy recently, she usually went out to find food and someone to feed her. Today, when she went out, she happened to pass by Boundless Sea Peak, so she simply caught an Eight Treasure Crane.

She originally wanted to ask Mu Zhi’an for help, but she could vaguely sense the abundant spiritual energy in the next room, so she didn’t disturb him at the moment.

At this moment, Lin Ling’s eyes suddenly moved slightly, as if she had sensed something. She blinked, and her bright red eyes, which were full of stars, looked at the room next door in confusion.

After looking for a while, she couldn’t help but tilt her head slightly.

“Aaa?”

To ordinary people, it seemed that there was no strange change, but in Lin Ling’s eyes, at this moment, in the room where Mu Zhi’an was, the luck of the two people was clearly reflected in her eyes.

In the past, Wei Mengrou’s luck was a deep black, but at this moment, the luck emanating from her body was gradually changing…

Chapter 351: The First Kill of the Chosen One p2

The Two Polarities Sect was extremely vast, and each of its main peaks had two smaller peaks. If ordinary cultivators were to fly on their swords normally, it would take them a considerable amount of time to leave the sect.

But Xiao Hua’s desire for survival was clearly extremely strong, so much so that he ignored his injuries and burned the spiritual energy in his body, transforming into a streak of light and rushing towards the outside of the sect.

After half an hour, he saw the misty back mountains of the Two Polarities Sect in the distance.

Although he could gradually see the light of survival, the hatred in Xiao Hua’s heart grew even stronger.

If it weren’t for Mu Zhi’an, how could he be in such a sorry state now?

Logically speaking, he should still be under Luo Tan’s protection and growing under Xiao Shuixian’s secret care. In the future, he might even have had a beautiful relationship with that Pill Emperor.

But it was too late to say anything now. He had to leave here as soon as possible. Only by surviving could he have the possibility of revenge!

However, just as Xiao Hua stepped out of the Two Polarities Sect, he suddenly saw a charming and seductive figure appear outside the sect’s gate.

“Who are you?”

Xiao Hua’s body stiffened slightly, and he frowned as he stared at the woman in front of him.

He could feel that he had already been locked on by this mysterious woman. If he directly ignored her and left, he would probably be met with a storm-like attack.

“Inner disciple of Heavenly Secrets Peak, Lan Feiying. I received news and came here specifically to stop the Holy Son from leaving this place.”

Lan Feiying’s beautiful eyes were as gentle as water, and she smiled. “Young Master Xiao, please return.”

Although her expression was gentle, Xiao Hua felt even more danger from her.

This was a woman as alluring as a rose. The first time others saw her, they would probably be amazed. But Xiao Hua, who had lived two lifetimes, felt an extremely dangerous aura from her.

“I wonder who gave you this information, friend?” Xiao Hua narrowed his eyes, secretly on guard.

“My sister.”

Lan Feiying said casually, “She rarely asks me for help, but she happens to be cultivating tonight and can’t move easily, so she wrote me a letter.”

“Your sister…?” Xiao Hua asked, but in reality, he was secretly looking for an opening to escape.

“Lan Mulian. I think you should know her. Tonight, that naughty little brother asked her to contact the Enforcement Hall to seal off the sect. Only he can directly contact my sister.”

Lan Feiying smiled faintly, her red dress fluttering in the wind.

Her red-painted fingertips touched her red lips as she playfully scrutinized the man in front of her. “Young Master Xiao, please return.”

Xiao Hua seemed to understand something, his face turning ashen, and he said, word by word, “Mu. Zhi. An!”

Realizing that his goal had been seen through by Mu Zhi’an, at this moment, Xiao Hua’s heart was filled with shock and anger.

He absolutely couldn’t stay in the Two Polarities Sect any longer. Staying here meant waiting for death. He had to leave this place…

Thinking this, Xiao Hua’s eyes flashed with a cold glint, and he was about to rush out of the sect.

“Xiao Hua, where are you going?”

However, at this moment, a clear and melodious voice suddenly came from behind him, causing Xiao Hua’s heart to sink. He abruptly turned his head.

Mu Zhi’an…

And beside him, the woman in the gray robe, wasn’t that Xiao Shuixian?!

Mu Zhi’an really guessed my intentions…

Xiao Hua felt increasingly uneasy, but he still forced himself to suppress his inner anxiety and looked puzzled. “Young Master Mu, and Sister… why are you here?”

Mu Zhi’an ignored Xiao Hua and smiled at the woman in the red qipao in the distance. “Thank you for your trouble, Feiying.”

“Aren’t you curious why it’s me and not my sister?” Lan Feiying asked, her arms crossed in front of her chest, smiling.

Her alluring eyes, combined with her captivating voice, had a charm that made people intoxicated.

“Whether it’s you or Senior Sister, both are trustworthy people. It doesn’t matter who it is,” Mu Zhi’an smiled back.

Then, his gaze inadvertently fell on Xiao Hua.

“Brother Xiao, where are you going in such a hurry?”

Xiao Hua’s eyes flashed with a ruthless glint, but he knew that if he couldn’t deceive these people, it would be difficult for him to leave today.

He had to leave before Luo Tan arrived…

With this in mind, Xiao Hua activated his acting mode and immediately smiled bitterly, “Now that I’ve been defeated in the Ascension Ceremony, I happened to obtain a fragment of a treasure map a few days ago. I thought I’d take this opportunity to see if I could find any opportunities.”

As he spoke, he looked at Xiao Shuixian and whispered, “Sister, I know that you’ve always felt guilty about the Divine King Bone, but it’s been so many years. Let the past be the past.”

Although he didn’t fully know what had happened to the original owner in the past, he still had a general understanding of some deeply ingrained memories.

For example, his Divine King Bone had been taken by Xiao Shuixian’s stepmother in the past.

These words were also intended to evoke Xiao Shuixian’s sympathy.

Hearing Xiao Hua’s words, Xiao Shuixian’s eyes indeed showed a bit more apology and guilt.

It seems that playing the emotional card is indeed effective… Just as Xiao Hua secretly breathed a sigh of relief, he suddenly found that Xiao Shuixian’s originally complicated gaze gradually turned cold.

Something’s wrong… Does she want to kill me?!

Sensing Xiao Shuixian’s sudden burst of killing intent, Xiao Hua’s eyes showed a bit of surprise and doubt. He didn’t understand what was going on.

He had clearly played the emotional card effectively just now, but now Xiao Shuixian was looking at him with murderous intent.

“Sister—”

Xiao Hua opened his mouth slightly. However, before he could finish speaking, Mu Zhi’an was already looking at Xiao Hua playfully and said with a faint smile, “I forgot to tell you, Miss Xiao just took the Heart-Peeking Pill. She can clearly see the obsession within you.”

He didn’t know if she had actually seen through him, but his words were enough to intimidate.

“Mu Zhi’an, I have no grudges against you! Why are you targeting me again and again?!”

Seeing that he could no longer hide, Xiao Hua roared like a wild beast, staring at Mu Zhi’an.

“Since you know there are no grudges, why did you secretly use magic to try to kill me?” Mu Zhi’an had a faint smile on his face, his eyes deep and calm as he looked at Xiao Hua.

Relying on your two lifetimes of experience, you look down on everyone, but you’re not even as good as Ye Yu at enduring.

“Miss Xiao, you can step back now. I know you’re sad. Leave this matter to the sect’s Enforcement Hall,” Mu Zhi’an said softly, turning his head.

Possessing another person’s body, whether in Yu State or the Two Polarities Sect, was an unforgivable crime.

Xiao Hua’s fate was already sealed from the moment he sent out the Void Nightmare to attack.

“Yes… Thank you, Young Master Mu.”

Xiao Shuixian’s gaze at Xiao Hua was cold and complicated. In the end, she still turned around and left in a hurry.

Although the current Xiao Hua had already been possessed, she still couldn’t bear to deal with him personally.

Whoosh!

At this moment, Xiao Hua’s eyes flashed with a ruthless glint. His spiritual energy burst forth, and he suddenly turned and rushed towards the outside of the sect.

He knew that if he couldn’t leave the Two Polarities Sect today, his current life would probably end here.

As long as he survived, there was still a chance to turn things around…

However, just as Xiao Hua turned and rushed towards the outside of the sect, a golden arrow of light descended from the sky!

“Xiao Hua, the Holy Son of Yu State, has been possessed by an extraterrestrial demon. According to the rules of the sect, he shall be punished!”

Not far behind Xiao Hua, several masked sect cultivators had appeared.

Enforcement Hall cultivators!

Their appearance also signaled Xiao Hua’s final outcome.

…

It seems that although they are both Chosen Ones, Ye Yu’s luck is still a bit stronger.

What happened to Xiao Hua, Mu Zhi’an already knew without even looking.

Even Mu Zhi’an couldn’t help but sigh at this moment: They are both treasure-hunting rats, how can the gap be so big?

But this was also the result of the other party’s arrogance.

If it weren’t for the Void Nightmare, he probably wouldn’t have been able to find a chance to get rid of Xiao Hua in one fell swoop.

“I’m really sorry for the trouble today, Miss Feiying. Are you free to come to my courtyard for a visit?”

Mu Zhi’an looked at Lan Feiying, who was slowly floating down on her flying sword not far away, and couldn’t help but ask.

“There’s still a competition in two days. I need to be fully prepared. And if I go to your courtyard, I’m afraid your Dao companions will be jealous.”

Lan Feiying raised her hand and carefully straightened Mu Zhi’an’s collar. She then raised her alluring eyes and looked at him meaningfully.

“Little man, now you’ve achieved your goal, right?”

Mu Zhi’an was slightly taken aback.

For a moment, he didn’t understand the meaning of Lan Feiying’s words.

She smiled charmingly, but didn’t continue speaking. Instead, she took out a map fragment from her sleeve and placed it in Mu Zhi’an’s hand.

It was the map fragment of the Chaos Lands that Xiao Hua had previously held.

“This thing is useless to me, but I think it will be useful to you, so I just took it for you.”

Lan Feiying smiled brightly and then turned and left gracefully.

“Miss Feiying seems to know something…”

Mu Zhi’an’s eyes flickered, and he looked in the direction of Lan Feiying’s departure, falling into a brief moment of contemplation.

For some reason, he always felt that Lan Feiying’s words just now had a hidden meaning, as if she knew about the ‘Chosen One’.

At this moment, Mu Zhi’an felt a notification sound from his personal interface.

He then opened his personal interface. The character’s positioning and so on had not changed, but at the end of the many titles, there was now a title of ‘Chosen One’.

[Chosen One: Plundered the Heavenly Dao’s luck, stored in the Innate Celestial Furnace, and can bestow this luck on others]

After the Chosen One is killed, I can plunder their title and bestow their luck on others?

Looking at the title that appeared in front of him, for some reason, Mu Zhi’an’s mind first thought of Wei Mengrou.

…

“Mengrou was originally a person punished by the Heavenly Dao. If I bestow the luck of the Chosen One on her, can it weaken the negative effects the Heavenly Dao has on her?”

Mu Zhi’an was still thinking about this question all the way back to the Garden of Heavenly Harmony.

If it worked, then the problem of the Calamity Body could be gradually solved…

“Did you come here just to space out on me?”

At this moment, Wei Mengrou couldn’t help but speak up, bringing her young master back from his thoughts. She felt a little sour feeling in her heart.

Not long ago, she had just seen her young master go to Dexin Courtyard with the two girls from the Ye family, and he was so gentle with them. But now he said he had something to discuss with her, yet he was spacing out by himself.

“Take a look at this.”

As Mu Zhi’an spoke, he opened his personal interface and showed Wei Mengrou the newly appeared title, preparing for the upcoming intimate activity.

“The luck of the Chosen One…?”

Wei Mengrou’s eyes flickered. She instantly forgot about her jealousy and said in surprise, “Where did you get this?”

“A kind-hearted Chosen One airdropped this gift to me,” Mu Zhi’an said with a smile.

“If you have the support of this luck, Mengrou, your Calamity Body might be able to be suppressed.”

He reached out and placed his hand on Wei Mengrou’s slender hand, turning his head to look at her and whispering, “Do you want to try it now, Mengrou?”

“You just want to do that, don’t you?” Wei Mengrou glanced at him sideways.

But soon, she lowered her eyes slightly and said faintly, “Is your spiritual energy enough… Didn’t you go to accompany Sister Lingxuan and the others tonight?”

“If it’s for you, Mengrou, even if it’s not enough, I can find a way to squeeze it out,” Mu Zhi’an said affectionately.

Wei Mengrou glanced at the young man, intending to respond with a few cold words.

However, when she gazed into those affectionate eyes, Wei Mengrou’s originally maintained indifference gradually softened.

In the past, she had always watched her young master say sweet words to other girls from the perspective of a bystander, and she expressed her disdain for it.

She would even mock him in the morning after he had been intimate with other girls.

She thought she wouldn’t fall into it, but now that it was her turn, she found that she had unknowingly fallen into it as well.

Mu Zhi’an slowly leaned closer, gently wrapping his arms around Wei Mengrou’s ample and soft waist, and then lowered his head to claim her soft lips.

The room seemed to faintly hear the intertwined affection of the two, and Wei Mengrou’s eyes gradually became misty. Her hands subconsciously hooked around his neck.

After a while, Mu Zhi’an released her lips and looked at Wei Mengrou’s flushed face, which was close at hand, and whispered, “Do you like it?”

Seeing that Wei Mengrou didn’t answer, but her eyes were filled with a different kind of shame than usual, he couldn’t help but say again, “I’m sorry. I’ll pay more attention to your feelings in the future.”

Wei Mengrou’s eyes flickered slightly, and she was stared at so much that she turned her face away in embarrassment.

After a moment of silence, she suddenly glanced over, secretly looked at Mu Zhi’an, and whispered in an almost inaudible voice, “I’m just your maid…”

She plucked up her courage, leaned closer to Mu Zhi’an’s ear, and said again in a soft voice that stirred one’s heart, “So you don’t have to worry about my feelings, Master~”

The last address seemed to have caused a fatal critical blow to Mu Zhi’an’s heart, making his heart flutter.

He gently pressed Wei Mengrou’s shoulders, letting the mature and sexy beauty lean on the soft bed. Then he flicked his finger to extinguish the candle, and finally couldn’t hold back any longer. He lowered his head and kissed Wei Mengrou’s soft lips again.

At the same time, the luck of the Chosen One was also silently transferring between the two people’s intertwined emotions…

Chapter 351: The First Kill of the Chosen One p1

In the spacious bedroom, smokeless charcoal burned brightly, casting a warm glow over the room.

On the soft bed, Ye Lingxuan hugged a soft pillow, sitting with her knees drawn up, gazing at Mu Zhi’an.

The girl’s smooth hair naturally draped over her delicate and fair skin. Her light purple dress outlined her graceful figure, and beneath the skirt, her slender, snow-white legs and delicate feet had a crystal-like beauty.

Beside Ye Lingxuan, Ye Qian sat in a cute, duck-like posture, her beautiful eyes shimmering with shyness. Like her sister, she gazed at him, her expression complex.

She looked at him with an expression of “I never thought you were this kind of person, Brother Mu.”

“You’re staring at me like I’ve done something wrong. Can you say something?” Mu Zhi’an said helplessly.

“I feel like I’m meeting you for the first time, Brother Mu. I never knew you had such a strange hobby,” Ye Lingxuan said, slightly raising her snow-white chin, a complex look in her beautiful purple eyes.

Mu Zhi’an coughed lightly and couldn’t help but explain, “It’s just a bit of fun, a way to spice up our dry emotional lives. It’s not that I really like it.”

“Oh really?”

Ye Lingxuan playfully blinked her long, curled eyelashes, deliberately teasing him. “That’s what you say, but I’ve noticed you like staring at people’s feet since before.”

She reached out and wrapped her arms around Mu Zhi’an’s arm, kneeling on the bed, and leaned close to his ear, whispering in a seductive voice like a little devil, “You really are a pervert, Brother Mu.”

“I learned all of this from the book ‘Art of Managing a Husband’ that I happened to read. I really didn’t know these things before,” Mu Zhi’an explained.

Ye Lingxuan clearly didn’t believe him and glanced at him sideways. “You hadn’t read that book when you and Sister Ruoxi got together, right? But you were already doing this with her.”

Ruoxi told you about that…? Does she not know it’s inappropriate to discuss such things with young girls?! Mu Zhi’an’s heart skipped a beat.

“What are you trying to explain?”

At this moment, Ye Lingxuan paused slightly, a faint blush appearing on her pale face, her voice suddenly much softer. “Even if you’re a pervert, I still like you.”

As she spoke, her pretty toes curled slightly, and she shyly turned her head away.

Even Mu Zhi’an couldn’t resist Lingxuan’s bashful posture. He took Ye Qian’s soft hand, then had Ye Lingxuan bend her legs on the bed and rest the back of her head on his lap, closing his eyes contentedly.

Indeed, there was no need for him to explain… It didn’t matter if they thought he was a pervert.

As long as he could enjoy himself with these two beautiful sisters, that was enough.

This was the leisurely life he had always pursued.

After a while, the three of them rested together under the covers, Mu Zhi’an nestled between the two warm and delicate bodies, enjoying their fragrance and the lingering sensation of the Spiritual Energy exchanged earlier. He let out a satisfied sigh.

“Speaking of which, Brother Mu, didn’t the Jade Empress stop you from coming to see me and Qian’er today?” Ye Lingxuan suddenly asked, holding Mu Zhi’an’s arm.

“The Jade Pool Holy Maiden lost today, so she probably went to see Yao Yue,” Mu Zhi’an said.

“Sister Yao Yue?”

Thinking of that Holy Maiden of the Jade Pool, Ye Lingxuan couldn’t help but sigh. “If it weren’t for the Desolate Time Lock, I wouldn’t have been able to win against her so easily.”

“Sister Yao Yue didn’t inherit the Jade Pool Holy Land’s ancestral artifact, and she doesn’t have Brother Mu’s… assistance. If her opponent wasn’t you, Sister, she wouldn’t have lost,” Ye Qian whispered.

At the mention of ‘assistance’, even Ye Lingxuan looked at Mu Zhi’an with a strange expression.

She had only dual cultivated with Mu Zhi’an a few times, but her realm had already improved by leaps and bounds, and she had even grasped a sliver of Dao Rhyme… If Brother Mu had also assisted the Jade Pool Holy Maiden, today’s battle would probably have been very difficult.

Ye Qian seemed to have the same thought as her sister. She hugged Mu Zhi’an’s arm tightly, letting him feel the warmth of her body.

Sensing the gazes of the two beautiful sisters fixed on him, Mu Zhi’an couldn’t help but feel a little apprehensive. “Why are you staring at me like that…?”

“If outsiders knew that your Innate Celestial Furnace evolves with your realm, and that the Spiritual Energy within isn’t from the Nine Provinces but from the Heavenly Court, and that you even possess Dao Seeds and Heavenly Dao Energy, would they all come and bother you?” Ye Lingxuan suddenly asked.

He couldn’t tell them that both Ye Qingxin and Luo Tan had shown great interest in him after learning about his secrets.

“The Innate Celestial Furnace is an important secret. Besides those close to me, not many people know about it, so you don’t have to worry,” Mu Zhi’an said softly, reassuring them, one arm around Ye Lingxuan, his other hand caressing Ye Qian.

Boom!

Just as this slightly dangerous topic ended, and as Mu Zhi’an was enjoying the warmth of the two girls, a deafening thunderclap suddenly echoed through the quiet night, followed by a flash of lightning.

Ye Lingxuan looked up, surprised. “A pill tribulation?”

“It seems to be coming from the Southern Bank. Is it the Holy Son or Holy Maiden of Yu State refining pills again?” Ye Qian guessed.

However, even alchemists wouldn’t refine pills for two or three days in a row. After all, it required a great deal of energy.

Mu Zhi’an played with Ye Qian’s soft hand and said softly, “I don’t think it’s them.”

Ye Lingxuan’s slender fingers gently caressed Mu Zhi’an’s face, and she tilted her head. “How do you know, Brother Mu?”

“I’m guessing.”

Mu Zhi’an chuckled. “There’s going to be a good show soon.”

He got out of bed, lit a candle, and started writing on a paper crane Lan Mulian had given him.

“What are you doing, Brother Mu?”

Ye Lingxuan, wrapped in a blanket, snuggled against her sister, watching him curiously.

“Just in case. I need to ask for a favor.”

He folded the paper crane and sent it flying towards Two Polarities Peak.

“I need to go out for a bit. I’ll be back later.”

He said a few more words to the sisters, then changed his clothes and flew towards Luo Tan’s palace on his sword.

…

The Heart-Peeking Pill. Just from its name, it wasn’t difficult to guess its effects.

Although it was only a sixth-grade pill, it was actually similar to the Qi Observation Technique.

However, the Qi Observation Technique could only detect whether a person was lying, while the Heart-Peeking Pill, after being consumed, could see through a person’s essence, including their consciousness.

From the moment Mu Zhi’an had intentionally or unintentionally mentioned a treasure that could conceal one’s consciousness, this Pill Emperor of Yu State had already become suspicious of Xiao Hua.

Originally, Xiao Hua’s attack on a sect disciple was a foolish act. If it was added that he had possessed another person’s body… then death would not be enough to atone for his sins.

At this moment, beside Luo Tan, stood a gray-robed woman.

Her eyes were filled with complexity. “Your Majesty, is what you said true?”

Her younger brother, Xiao Hua, was indeed no longer her original younger brother…?

Towards Xiao Hua, Xiao Shuixian actually felt more guilt and remorse.

Although she had been completely unaware of her stepmother’s actions in the past, after growing up, the Divine King Bone had already become a part of her. If she forcibly returned the Divine King Bone to Xiao Hua, neither her brother nor herself would be able to survive.

Because of this, she had secretly arranged for people to protect her brother, to make up for her guilt.

But who would have thought that Her Majesty would tell her that her brother had been possessed…

Luo Tan stood up from the tea chair. The texture of black silk faintly appeared between her white dress and knee-high boots. However, this usually easygoing Pill Emperor now had a cold look in her beautiful eyes.

“At first, I didn’t believe it either, which is why I had Jing Xi prepare the ingredients for the Heart-Peeking Pill. And just now, before refining the pill, I went to see him again, and I faintly discovered a consciousness that did not belong to Xiao Hua.”

Luo Tan softly revealed the truth, “There are likely two consciousnesses within Xiao Hua’s body. One is Xiao Hua’s lingering obsession, and the other… is a consciousness that does not belong to Xiao Hua and is occupying his body.”

Boom!

The moment the words fell, Xiao Shuixian’s mind felt as if it had been struck by a clear sky thunderbolt, and she froze in place, stunned.

Then, her expression gradually turned ice-cold, and the slight rise and fall of her ample chest indicated her anger.

Her younger brother had been possessed by an unfamiliar consciousness without her knowledge, and he had even called her sister?

“Speaking of which, I should thank you for this. After we return to Yu State, I will send someone to the Zunyun Academy to reward you,” Luo Tan said.

However, Xiao Shuixian shook her head and said, “To be honest, it was Young Master Mu who first mentioned this matter. It was only then that I began to suspect Xiao Hua…”

If it hadn’t been for that day when she was chatting with Young Master Mu and he happened to mention the strange behavior of Xiao Hua refining pills, she probably wouldn’t have suspected Xiao Hua, let alone thought that he was no longer the original Xiao Hua.

Luo Tan looked meaningfully at Xiao Shuixian and said softly, “Cherish your relationship with Young Master Mu.”

Xiao Shuixian’s talent was even higher than that of the Holy Son and Holy Maiden of Yu State, but no matter how talented a cultivator was, they couldn’t compare to the value of Mu Zhi’an.

Xiao Shuixian nodded gently. “I know. I owe Mu Zhi’an a favor this time, and I will definitely find a way to repay him in the future.”

“The cherishing I’m referring to is not this.”

Luo Tan chuckled, her black silk-clad legs in white boots gently swaying, her slender fingers tapping on the armrest of the chair. However, she did not directly enlighten Xiao Shuixian any further.

It wasn’t until today’s match between Ye Lingxuan and the Jade Pool Holy Maiden that she finally saw some clues.

There were many talented geniuses, and Xiao Shuixian was among the best.

However, Mu Zhi’an’s existence itself was a special existence that other geniuses couldn’t compare to.

If she guessed correctly, those exceptionally talented women in this Ascension Ceremony had probably all had intimate contact with Mu Zhi’an.

As for the reason…

She herself was an Innate Celestial Furnace, so how could she not know how much benefit an Innate Celestial Furnace could bring to the opposite sex?

However, she didn’t explain it too clearly to Xiao Shuixian.

Everything should happen naturally.

As for Mu Zhi’an…

In fact, she could tell that although Mu Zhi’an appeared respectful on the surface, he would occasionally sneak glances at her body.

In the past and present, there were very few people who dared to gaze at the the Pill Emperor like this, or even had such thoughts.

“Your Majesty said that you owe Mu Zhi’an a favor for his reminder. Doesn’t that mean you owe him a favor…?” Xiao Shuixian suddenly remembered something and asked tentatively.

“If I owe him, then I owe him. He was attacked by Xiao Hua and even wronged himself. I do indeed feel guilty. It’s fine to repay him in the future.”

Luo Tan answered indifferently.

Even Xiao Shuixian couldn’t help but feel a little envious when she heard this.

A favor from the Pill Emperor of Yu State… This was an opportunity that countless people couldn’t get even if they tried their best.

If Mu Zhi’an made good use of this favor in the future, its value would be immeasurable in spirit stones.

“I think Young Master Mu is very intelligent. He will likely make a suitable request,” Xiao Shuixian said.

“We’ll see how he uses this favor in the future,” Luo Tan chuckled.

As the two were chatting, a maid hurried into the hall and said, “Your Majesty, Mu Zhi’an is requesting an audience outside the hall.”

Luo Tan glanced faintly. “Let him in.”

Under the maid’s guidance, Mu Zhi’an soon arrived at the hall.

“Miss Xiao is also here. What a coincidence,” Mu Zhi’an said in surprise, looking at the woman in the gray robe.

Xiao Shuixian smiled faintly. “It’s so late, Young Master Mu. Is there something important?”

“Is it because of this?”

Before Mu Zhi’an could speak, Luo Tan took out a round, smooth pill from her sleeve.

The Heart-Peeking Pill!

Seeing the pill, Xiao Shuixian’s eyes changed slightly, and she became more complicated and didn’t speak again.

She was well aware of what this pill meant.

“It seems that Senior Luo Tan and I have the same idea,” Mu Zhi’an said softly, gazing into Luo Tan’s beautiful eyes.

Luo Tan shook her head gently. “If it weren’t for Young Friend Mu’s unintentional reminder today, I might not have thought of this.”

Xiao Shuixian’s gaze intentionally or unintentionally looked towards Mu Zhi’an.

She had seen many young talents in the past, and she had also seen gentle and elegant young men like Mu Zhi’an. But for some reason, she always felt that there was an indescribable charm about him that attracted her.

She still didn’t know what it was.

It stands to reason that she shouldn’t be someone who only cares about appearances… She just felt that the spiritual energy emanating from him was very attractive.

Luo Tan, who was also leaning on the seat, was also looking at Mu Zhi’an. She was dressed in a luxurious white dress, with a noble temperament, and looked at him with a somewhat playful look, as if she could see through his body to the location of the Innate Celestial Furnace.

Why do I feel like this woman is peeking at my body… Even Mu Zhi’an felt a little uncomfortable being stared at like this. He respectfully said, “This junior thinks we don’t need to rush to use the Heart-Peeking Pill.”

As soon as these words came out, Xiao Shuixian’s eyes couldn’t help but show a bit of doubt.

“I can sense tonight’s pill tribulation, and so can Brother Xiao. If he has no ghosts in his heart, he won’t react.”

Luo Tan said leisurely, “If he has a guilty conscience, he will want to escape, right?”

Mu Zhi’an bowed. “Senior is indeed a person of great wisdom. You saw through this junior’s thoughts at a glance.”

Let’s not talk about anything else. If there’s a chance to suck up, then suck up first.

Luo Tan nodded slightly, her eyes showing a bit of appreciation.

Aside from his realm, this Mu Zhi’an’s temperament and wisdom were really good, and he knew how to please people.

The Jade Empress really has a discerning eye… Luo Tan said, “Then, as Young Friend Mu says, let’s have some tea first and wait and see what happens.”

…

In the dimly lit room, a young man suddenly opened his eyes, a sharp glint flashing in them.

“It seems that Luo Tan already suspects me…”

“It must be Mu Zhi’an! That damned bastard, what did he say to Luo Tan?!”

Recalling how Luo Tan had approached him again today, almost discovering his true, dominant consciousness, Xiao Hua’s eyes filled with hatred.

Originally, Luo Tan had already dismissed her suspicions about him today. But after Mu Zhi’an’s visit, she ordered her maid to prepare the ingredients for the Heart-Peeking Pill… It was obvious that Mu Zhi’an must have whispered something in her ear.

“Fortunately, I happened to see that the maid was preparing the Heart-Peeking Pill today. Otherwise, I would have been completely in the dark, and I wouldn’t even know how I died.”

Thinking of this, Xiao Hua felt a lingering fear, secretly rejoicing in his luck.

“No matter what, I definitely can’t stay in the Two Polarities Sect any longer. I must leave here as soon as possible, before they make a move…”

Thinking of this, Xiao Hua took out a piece of sheepskin map from his sleeve.

This was the treasure map that could store a person’s consciousness. And the location of this map fragment, according to his observations over the past two days, seemed to be at the junction of the Eastern Continent and the Demon Realm, a relic called the Chaos Lands.

Right now, he could only go there first and quickly improve his strength. Only then could he control his own destiny.

As for Mu Zhi’an… This grudge, I will definitely repay it a hundredfold in the future!

Thinking of this, Xiao Hua immediately put away the fragment of the sheepskin map, hurriedly got up, and left the room. After confirming that no one was around, he immediately transformed into a streak of light and fled, heading straight out of the Two Polarities Sect.

Chapter 350: The Heavenly Court Is Meant To Be Stepped On – p2

Meanwhile, Ye Lingxuan had already left the Celestial Realm. She glanced at the crowd, her gaze lingering on Mu Zhi’an for a moment. Then, she looked at her father on the Ascension Stage, a sweet and innocent smile appearing on her delicate face.

The Master of the Forbidden Zone was also quite gratified. His usually serious face showed a rare, faint smile. He took a step forward, and in the next moment, he appeared below the Ascension Stage.

“Father, why are you here? Where’s Mother?”

Ye Lingxuan flew over on her sword and asked crisply.

However, her gaze intentionally or unintentionally glanced at the nearby pavilion.

Although she had already accepted that she and Qian’er would accompany Brother Mu together, seeing him being so intimate with Qian’er still made her a little jealous.

The Master of the Forbidden Zone had just smiled, but when he heard the second half of her sentence, he suddenly felt a little helpless.

This was quite a realistic situation. Usually, when she called for her father, she was actually asking for her mother. It felt a bit like the modern phrase, “Dad, where’s Mom?”

Although he was a little helpless, a gentle expression still appeared on the face of the Master of the Forbidden Zone. He said, “After the rules of heaven and earth changed, your mother faintly touched the threshold of a breakthrough, so she is temporarily in seclusion in the Forbidden Zone.”

Ye Lingxuan showed a thoughtful expression.

“After this, I may also enter a period of seclusion. If you need anything, you can seek help from your uncles,” the Forbidden Zone Master said.

Even Ye Lingxuan was surprised. “Could it be that Father has touched the threshold of Transcendence…?”

The Forbidden Zone Master shook his head. “The rules of heaven and earth have changed, allowing Nascent Soul cultivators to reach Soul Transformation, but the shackles on Dao Integration still exist.”

“However, after the appearance of the path to immortality, I’ve had some new insights. I can try to make a breakthrough.”

Ye Lingxuan glanced at Mu Zhi’an, seeming somewhat concerned, her mind elsewhere. “Heaven and earth do not allow the existence of those who surpass the Heavenly Dao. Father, please don’t be too stubborn.”

The Forbidden Zone Master said helplessly, “Those words should be for you. No matter the outcome of this Ascension Ceremony, don’t be too stubborn.”

Ye Lingxuan smiled sweetly. “Do I look like someone who would dwell on things?”

Lan Mulian’s strength was publicly acknowledged. It was extremely difficult to defeat her. If she kept thinking about winning, she would eventually fall into depravity.

Ye Lingxuan was a smart girl and naturally knew what to do.

After chatting for a while, the Forbidden Zone Master suddenly asked, “Do you know where the guest from the Heavenly Court is staying?”

Ye Lingxuan immediately understood his meaning and said, “You mean Sister Ye Qingxin? She just guided me and Qian’er in our cultivation. She’s temporarily staying in the main hall on the Southern Bank.”

“She guided you…? Was it because of your sister, Ye Qian?”

The Forbidden Zone Master was secretly surprised.

Hearing his daughter’s words, it seemed that she had already had contact with Ye Qingxin?

He had thought that Ye Qingxin would no longer have any contact with the Forbidden Zone. But unexpectedly, that Ye family ancestor who had descended from the Heavenly Court had guided his daughter a few days ago?

Ye Lingxuan shook her head and said, “Brother Mu had some contact with that ancestor before. He seems to have persuaded her. She is very kind to me and Qian’er.”

When mentioning Ye Qingxin, Ye Lingxuan’s eyes also showed some respect.

Ye Qingxin was a very mature and beautiful woman with rich cultivation experience and knowledge of the secrets of the Heavenly Court that ordinary people didn’t know. Even Ye Lingxuan, an arrogant favored daughter of heaven, couldn’t help but respect her.

“Mu Zhi’an was able to persuade the Ye family’s ancestor?”

Hearing Mu Zhi’an’s name from his daughter’s mouth, the Forbidden Zone Master frowned.

Although he agreed to Mu Zhi’an and his daughter being together, he still didn’t have a good impression of Mu Zhi’an.

After all, he had abducted his daughter, and it seemed that he hadn’t even spared his daughter’s younger sister…

“If Father doesn’t believe it, you can ask Sister Qingxin yourself,” Ye Lingxuan said with a smile.

The Forbidden Zone Master shook his head and sighed, “Forget it. I’ll have a chance to talk to her after this.”

Ye Lingxuan blinked her bright eyes and asked tentatively, “Father, can I go now?”

As she spoke, she quietly glanced at the young man who was not far away, chatting with Ye Qian, her thoughts already drifting there.

“Girls grow up and their hearts go elsewhere. Just remember not to forget where your home is,” the Forbidden Zone Master said grumpily.

Looking at Ye Lingxuan, who was running towards Mu Zhi’an, the Forbidden Zone Master withdrew his gaze and looked towards the border between the Demon Realm and the Eastern Realm.

Today, he came here for two reasons. One was to watch his daughter’s match, and the other was to ask Ye Qingxin about something.

The identity of the Demon Empress was special. She possessed a special constitution that allowed her to devour the essence of others. Now, she had even devoured the essence of the Primordial Demon Emperor.

Her ambition was not small. She would probably try to break through to the Transcendence Realm after refining the essence of the Primordial Demon Emperor.

He had to prepare in advance.

And the possibility of breaking through Dao Integration lay in the Heavenly Court.

…

At this very moment, the key to opening the Heavenly Court was openly walking hand-in-hand with two stunningly beautiful sisters back to the Dexin Courtyard.

“Sister Lingxuan, is our father here to see you today?”

Mu Zhi’an held Ye Lingxuan’s small hand in one hand and Ye Qian’s soft, small hand in the other, turning his head to look at the older sister beside him.

Ye Lingxuan’s spiritual energy was restrained at this moment, revealing a pure and beautiful face. Her black hair was draped over her shoulders, hanging down to her ankles, covering her buttocks, which were wrapped in a dress.

Her budding chest, slender waist, and the faintly visible, alluring legs beneath her skirt, paired with the delicate and exquisite embroidered shoes on her feet, gave her a classical and elegant temperament. She was simply a ravishing little demon, displaying a pure and seductive aura.

After lingering on Ye Lingxuan for a moment, Mu Zhi’an’s gaze shifted to Ye Qian beside him.

The young girl, who was at the peak of her youth, had a petite frame, yet her figure was even more alluring than her sister’s. She wore a light blue dress that, combined with her charming face, exuded a unique and captivating charm.

“What ‘our father’? If my father hears you, he’ll be unhappy again,” Ye Lingxuan said, rolling her eyes at Mu Zhi’an, her tone seemingly annoyed but with a hint of shyness hidden in her eyes.

“Now that our relationship is confirmed, what else is he if not ‘our father’?” Mu Zhi’an smiled playfully, deliberately teasing her.

“Dare you say that to my father?” Ye Lingxuan glanced at Mu Zhi’an sideways.

“If he’s here, of course, I dare,” Mu Zhi’an said with a confident smile.

Ye Lingxuan pouted, not believing him.

“Brother Mu only dares to say that now,” Ye Qian added.

“Even you don’t believe me, Qian’er?”

Ye Lingxuan glanced at Mu Zhi’an disdainfully and said, “Brother Mu likes to lie the most——”

Before she could finish, Mu Zhi’an suddenly bent down and, amidst Ye Lingxuan’s soft cry of surprise, swept her up in a princess carry and walked towards a room.

“B-Brother Mu… what are you doing?” Ye Lingxuan exclaimed, lightly tapping Mu Zhi’an’s shoulder, her embroidered shoes dangling as she struggled, though it seemed more like a display of shyness and hidden sweetness.

Mu Zhi’an pushed open the door with his elbow, carried Ye Lingxuan to the bedside, took Ye Qian’s hand, and looked at Ye Lingxuan, whose face was flushed red, and smiled, “Your father is here today, likely because of the matter of the Heavenly Court.”

Based on the current signs, the secret of the Transcendence Realm was likely related to the Heavenly Court.

The Master of the Forbidden Zone wanted to find Ye Qingxin, probably for the matter of the Heavenly Court.

Ye Lingxuan tried to suppress her shyness, lowering her head, looking obedient.

“Father came to see me, but he also wants to meet Sister Qingxin and ask about the Heavenly Court.”

After reaching Dao Integration, it was difficult to improve even a little. Although one’s lifespan was long enough, who wouldn’t want to try and break through if there was a possibility?

This was not strange, and Mu Zhi’an naturally understood.

“The Heavenly Court…”

Mu Zhi’an stroked Ye Lingxuan’s small hand with one hand and held Ye Qian’s soft waist with the other, thoughtfully saying, “Actually, you two have an opportunity to come into contact with the Heavenly Court right now… No, Sister Qian’er and Sister Lingxuan can even step on it.”

The classical and elegant girl blinked, and she and her sister Ye Qian looked at each other, both seeing the confusion in each other’s eyes.

“What does Brother Mu mean by the Heavenly Court…?”

Mu Zhi’an moved closer to Ye Lingxuan’s ear, exhaled gently, and whispered something softly.

Ye Lingxuan’s fair face flushed, and she turned her head, staring at him enchantingly. “Brother Mu, you’re being naughty.”

Ye Qian’s face was also flushed, and she said, “Won’t Brother Mu also do this with Sister Ruoxi?”

Mu Zhi’an shook his head and smiled. “I’ve never mentioned it to her.”

He had, however, done it with the Jade Empress…

Of course, he wouldn’t say that now.

No… If he said it, it wouldn’t just be a matter of ruining the mood.

The Desolate Time Lock in Lingxuan’s sleeve had been poking its head out, looking eager, but she had pushed it back in.

Mu Zhi’an held the older sister’s slender waist and looked at the younger sister, saying, “The long night is long, but we shouldn’t waste time.”

Chapter 350: The Heavenly Court Is Meant To Be Stepped On – p1

According to what Yao Meng had said before, the origin of the Land of Chaos was very mysterious. It could be traced back to the first immortal who ascended to the Immortal Realm.

However, the area was perpetually engulfed in ethereal flames, making it impossible for ordinary cultivators to even approach. Anyone who dared to enter would be instantly incinerated.

Undoubtedly, the Demon Realm knew what was in the ruins of the Land of Chaos. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have sent people to seal it off in advance.

He just didn’t know if the Demon Empress was aware of this…

Mu Zhi’an pondered for a moment and ultimately decided to wait and see. He would wait for Ye Yu to scout the Land of Chaos before making any plans.

Unless absolutely necessary, he wanted to avoid contact with the Demon Empress as much as possible.

Although that older sister was alluring and tempting, she knew how to read minds and liked to have everything under her control. Talking to her was a bit… tricky.

Buzz!

Suddenly, a piercing hum came from the void. A golden beam of light shot up into the sky, pulling Mu Zhi’an back to reality. He looked up in the direction of the sound.

It was coming from the Ascension Stage on the Southern Bank.

Mu Zhi’an murmured thoughtfully, “Speaking of which, Lingxuan has a match today, doesn’t she? Let’s go and have a look.”

Regardless, with the Void Nightmare, he was fully aware of Ye Yu’s movements. There was no need to rush.

…

On the Ascension Stage of the Southern Bank.

“The Forbidden Zone’s Holy Maiden has astonishing talent. Now that she has an ancestral artifact, her future achievements are truly limitless. The Master of the Forbidden Zone really has a good daughter.”

“She has inherited the Forbidden Zone’s legacy and has sufficient resources. She is truly a favored daughter of heaven. The Forbidden Zone will likely become even stronger in the future.”

On the Ascension Stage, many elders from the ancient families spoke, praising the purple-robed girl who was currently sparring with someone in the Celestial Realm.

Her smooth, long hair was loose, and a layered and complicated purple dress accentuated her graceful and delicate figure, adding a touch of classical elegance.

Golden chains surrounded her body, the sound of the chains clashing creating an astonishing aura. Her fair, crystal-like skin had an extremely beautiful texture, as if it could be broken with a gentle touch.

And that once-youthful face had gradually matured into that of a stunningly beautiful woman. Her delicate face was adorned with light makeup, and her beautiful purple eyes held a faint smile.

The Master of the Forbidden Zone looked at this scene from afar, his eyes also filled with gratification.

Knowing that his daughter had a match today, he had also specially come from the Forbidden Zone to see Ye Lingxuan and also to meet Ye Qingxin.

In the past, the Forbidden Zone had separated from the Ye family after Ye Qingxin ascended to the Heavenly Court. In a way, that woman could be considered his predecessor.

“In this Ascension Ceremony, with that girl from the Lan family participating, I’m afraid it will be difficult for there to be any surprises.”

The Master of the Forbidden Zone had a calm expression, but as he looked at his daughter, a rare, faint smile appeared on his usually serious face. “But for her to have reached this step is enough.”

Upon hearing the name Lan Mulian, many elders nodded imperceptibly.

“With that Sect Master personally teaching her, it’s acceptable that the final victor will be Lan Mulian.”

Thinking of the Sect Master of the Two Polarities Sect, many elders sighed inwardly.

Lan Mulian was the first, and likely the last, disciple of Shang Yanfei.

The older the family or Holy Land, the more they feared that Sect Master.

Even the Spirit Dragon, who was blessed with immense luck, had been cultivated by her. With the Sect Master’s guidance, it was only natural that Lan Mulian would win the Ascension Ceremony.

The Master of the Forbidden Zone remained silent, but he looked at his daughter in the Celestial Realm, his eyes filled with contemplation.

Shang Yanfei, although these ancient families were in awe of her, only those who had lived in the same era as her knew how terrifying she was.

Before he had achieved Dao Integration, Shang Yanfei was already an Empress who stood above the world. In the vicissitudes of time, the path to immortality had appeared several times, but she had never ascended to the Heavenly Court.

That Empress was magnificent, mysterious, and unfathomable. No one knew what she was waiting for.

At this moment, an elder on the Ascension Stage sighed with emotion. “If someone is fortunate enough to befriend the Holy Maiden of the Forbidden Zone in the future, I wonder how great a blessing that would be.”

Many elders from the ancient families were moved when they heard this, and they intentionally or unintentionally looked at the Master of the Forbidden Zone.

If one of their descendants could marry this Holy Maiden of the Forbidden Zone, they would not only have a favored daughter of heaven in the future but also tie themselves to the Forbidden Zone.

“My daughter’s relationships are her own to decide. I will not interfere,” the Master of the Forbidden Zone snorted coldly, his tone indifferent.

Some elders saw that the Master of the Forbidden Zone did not like others talking about his daughter’s marital affairs and fell silent.

“Speaking of which, something quite interesting happened these past two days.”

At this moment, someone spoke up in time to ease the slightly awkward atmosphere.

Someone immediately chimed in, “Are you referring to the matter of the Jade Empress’s Dao Companion?”

The Master of the Forbidden Zone frowned slightly upon hearing this. “The Jade Empress has a Dao Companion?”

It would be one thing if it were someone else, but with the Jade Empress’s temperament, how many people in the Nine Provinces could catch her eye?

Although it was a bit unbelievable, for some reason, the Master of the Forbidden Zone had a vague guess in his heart.

If it wasn’t for the fact that it was the Master of the Forbidden Zone who asked, the elders would probably have rolled their eyes. Everyone already knows about this. Your information is really outdated.

It was understandable. The Forbidden Zone was isolated from the world, so news didn’t spread as quickly. Naturally, the Master of the Forbidden Zone didn’t know what had happened on the Ascension Stage that day.

“I didn’t expect that the fairy in the eyes of the world would eventually be pursued by a mere Core Formation cultivator,” someone couldn’t help but sigh.

“Although he is at the Core Formation Realm, since he was able to pass the test of the Ye family’s ancestor, his talent is not bad.”

“The Ye family’s ancestor…?”

The Master of the Forbidden Zone was slightly startled and muttered to himself, “Ye Qingxin…?”

As Mu Zhi’an approached the Ascension Stage, he saw that the battle inside the Celestial Realm had just reached its climax. The Desolate Time Lock controlled the entire realm, and the flow of time had quietly stopped.

Mu Zhi’an looked up at the scene in the Celestial Realm and whispered, “The one fighting Sister Lingxuan is the Holy Maiden of the Jade Pool? Without the support of an ancestral artifact, it’s still difficult to win in the end.”

As he spoke, he scanned his surroundings and soon saw Ye Qian leaning against a pavilion. Her chest was puffed out, her long hair draped over her slender waist. Seemingly sensing Mu Zhi’an’s gaze, she looked up and called out crisply, “Brother Mu, why are you here too?”

This voice also attracted the attention of some people nearby. When they saw Mu Zhi’an, their eyes became meaningful.

Mu Zhi’an walked over as if nothing had happened and smiled. “Sorry, I was delayed by something yesterday, so I couldn’t come and watch your match.”

Ye Qian shook her head gently and said, “I’m already very happy to have made it this far. This was my original expectation.”

Lan Feiying had been cultivating for several years longer than her, and she seemed to have had a special opportunity. Her strength was unfathomable. It would have been strange if she had won.

“It’s good that you can see it that way. I was worried that you would be too hard on yourself.”

Mu Zhi’an smiled and reached out to pat Ye Qian’s head, his eyes filled with emotion.

She was the only true younger sister he had left, and he had to cherish her…

There weren’t many ‘young girls’ left for Young Master Mu. Among all these girls with ‘chains’, only Qian’er was a good girl who truly cared for him…

“Don’t do that, there are so many people watching…”

Ye Qian’s pretty face blushed slightly, but she still obediently lowered her head and whispered.

Mu Zhi’an smiled and said, “It’s fine, let them watch.”

Their discomfort has nothing to do with me. As long as I’m happy.