Xuanyin Temple.


    Lin Keyu returned to her room, holding the shimmering Aurora Crystal. She placed the crystal, about the size of a teacup, on the table.


    She stared at it for a while, her chin resting on her hands, seemingly lost in thought. Sёarch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.


    As if recalling something amusing, a faint smile curved her lips.


    “Miss, what happened? You seem happy,” her maid asked curiously.


    Lin Keyu gasped softly, then, seeing the maid behind her, she relaxed and said, “You scared me, Rou’er. When did you enter the room?”


    “I called out to you several times, Miss, but you seemed to be lost in thought and didn’t hear me,” the maid replied, her gaze fixed on the special Spirit Stone on the table.


    “An Aurora Crystal…? When did you buy this, Miss?”


    “Someone gave it to me,” Lin Keyu replied.


    The maid narrowed her eyes, intrigued.


    Her intuition told her there was more to this story.


    Lin Keyu blushed and coughed lightly. “By the way, what did you need?”


    The maid finally remembered. “Oh, right. Master wants to see you. He asked me to come and find you.”


    Lin Keyu nodded slightly.


    Then, she handed the Aurora Crystal to her maid. “Have someone craft this into two necklaces and add two Frost Stones as embellishments. I have a use for them later.”


    “Frost Stones? If I’m not mistaken, they’re as valuable as Aurora Crystals. And you want two necklaces…? Are you planning to give them to someone, Miss?” the maid asked curiously.


    Unlike Aurora Crystals, Frost Stones, when crafted into accessories like rings, necklaces, or bracelets, could have a calming effect on cultivators who were ‘charmed’ or anxious.


    However, Frost Stones were as difficult to obtain as Aurora Crystals and were only found in the region surrounding the Xuanyin Temple. Even after decades, they might only find a few.


    Of course, the Xuanyin Temple, having existed in the Eastern Realm for so long, had some in storage.


    If the Xuanyin Temple’s young lady requested two Frost Stones, it wouldn’t be a problem.


    However, the phrase ‘two necklaces’… was intriguing…


    “I was saved by someone in the Sword Palace. I just want to express my gratitude,” Lin Keyu said demurely.


    The maid looked at her meaningfully, then smiled. “I understand. I’ll have someone prepare them right away. Do you have anything you want to say to this person, Miss? We can embed your message within the Aurora Crystal. He’ll be able to hear it when he receives the necklace.”


    Lin Keyu hesitated for a moment. “I’ll think about it after the necklaces are finished.”


    “Then I’ll go make the arrangements, Miss,” the maid said, bowing slightly before leaving the room with the Aurora Crystal.


    After a while, Lin Keyu patted her cheeks and headed towards the main hall.


    Although she rarely left the Xuanyin Temple, she was somewhat interested in the Two Polarities Sect’s Ascension Ceremony.


    It was time to see the outside world, wasn’t it?


    And it would be a good opportunity to give him her ‘thank-you gift’.


    …


    Two Polarities Sect.


    Unlike previous days, Mu Zhi’an saw many unfamiliar faces as he returned to the sect on his sword. Apart from the sect disciples, some people wore clothes that weren’t from the Eastern Realm.


    With the Ascension Ceremony approaching, the Two Polarities Sect was much livelier than before.


    It wasn’t surprising. Cultivators from other realms had naturally arrived at the Two Polarities Sect.


    Mu Zhi’an flew on his sword, casually observing the cultivators passing by in the sky.


    He noticed two cultivators in cloud-embroidered robes. The woman wore a sea-blue jacket over a white inner garment and a flowing skirt, her aura captivating.


    Beside her was a young man with an imposing presence, his aura restrained yet powerful.


    “If I remember correctly, they should be from the World Sea…?” Mu Zhi’an thought to himself.


    The World Sea bordered the Two Polarities Sect. It was a vast expanse of water, and crossing it to reach the Northern Realm was almost impossible for ordinary cultivators.


    Even with a Sky-Soaring Ship, it would take over a month to cross.


    It seemed the three Imperial-Grade Medicinal Herbs were truly tempting, attracting even forces from the normally peaceful World Sea.


    However, this had nothing to do with him. He was more concerned about Lingxuan…


    The Ascension Ceremony was fast approaching, and her inheritance wasn’t complete yet. He needed to find time to visit her tonight.


    Mu Zhi’an returned to the Garden of Heavenly Harmony and entered his maid’s room, finding Wei Mengrou just as she was about to start meditating.


    “What is it?” she asked, looking up at him, her cold eyes filled with curiosity.


    “I need your help with something.”


    Under her questioning gaze, Mu Zhi’an whispered something.


    …


    Night. Dexin Courtyard.


    After meditating for the entire afternoon, Ye Lingxuan left her room, wanting to relax.


    As soon as she stepped outside, she saw two familiar figures.


    It was Ye Siyu, a member of her clan from the Forbidden Zone.


    And sitting beside Ye Siyu was Ye Qian, her pure yet alluring aura captivating.


    Ye Qian’s aura was clearly much stronger than before. She was chatting with Ye Siyu.


    “Sister Siyu, why are you here?” Ye Lingxuan asked in surprise.


    Ye Qian looked up and smiled charmingly. “Sister, you’re done meditating?”


    Ye Lingxuan nodded and sat down beside her sister.


    “Ye Qian and I arrived today. We wanted to visit you earlier, but you weren’t here,” Ye Siyu said with a smile, looking at her older sister’s daughter.


    She observed Ye Lingxuan for a moment, then said with admiration, “Your aura is much stronger than before.”


    “Your strength has also improved significantly, Sister Siyu,” Ye Lingxuan replied.


    Ye Siyu’s aura and demeanor were much more refined than before. This was the benefit of receiving the inheritance in the Forbidden Zone’s ancestral land.


    “I’m still far behind you, Sister Lingxuan,” Ye Siyu said, glancing at her. Then, she added casually, “Ye Qian came with me this time, seemingly because of the Ascension Ceremony and… your matter.”


    “Oh.”


    Ye Lingxuan responded indifferently, clearly not interested in the talented young man from her clan. She changed the subject, “Since you’re here, Sister Siyu, why don’t you stay here for a few days? I’ll give you a tour of the sect tomorrow.”


    Ye Siyu’s eyes twinkled. “Alright, I’ll impose on you for a few days then.”


    “By the way, where’s your little boyfriend? I’ll visit him tomorrow,” she continued.


    “…”


    Ye Lingxuan’s composure vanished in an instant.


    She glanced at Ye Qian nervously. Seeing that her sister’s expression hadn’t changed, she said, feigning annoyance, “What are you talking about, Sister Siyu?!”


    Then, she continued, “It’s getting late. Let’s go back and rest.”


    Ye Siyu narrowed her eyes, looking at Ye Lingxuan meaningfully. She had clearly learned something about Mu Zhi’an from her conversation with Ye Qian.


    “I wonder if Brother Mu is back. It’s been a while since I last saw him,” Ye Qian said, a hint of anticipation in her eyes.


    “Even if he’s back, he’s probably with Sister Ruoxi now.”


    Ye Lingxuan scoffed, remembering the scene after Bai Ruoxi woke up, where Mu Zhi’an’s gaze kept drifting towards her ample bosom. Her mood soured.


    In terms of beauty and talent, Ye Lingxuan was no less than Bai Ruoxi. However, being younger, her development wasn’t as… impressive.


    Although she didn’t say anything, Ye Lingxuan couldn’t help but feel a little disappointed.


    However, she didn’t show it. After chatting with Ye Siyu and her sister in the courtyard for a while, she excused herself and returned to her room.


    Lighting the candle on her table, she sat down before her vanity mirror and looked at her reflection.


    The mirror showed a young lady in a light purple dress, her face delicate and flawless.


    The sixteen-year-old girl picked up a lipstick and gently bit on it, adding a touch of alluring red to her lips.


    A few strands of hair framed her delicate face. Her eyes were large and bright, her lips small and rosy. Her features were exquisite, giving her a pure and innocent appearance.


    However, she was still far from the ‘maturity’ of someone like Bai Ruoxi.


    It was clear that Mu Zhi’an preferred mature women. Ye Lingxuan could tell from his past behavior.


    Even if she tried to dress up and act mature, she still lacked… certain assets…


    She wasn’t even as developed as Qian’er…


    Ye Lingxuan sighed softly, her long, slender legs pressed together. Recalling the day’s events, she took a deep breath and exhaled slowly.


    Clearing her mind, she stood up and stretched lazily, about to meditate on her bed.


    Suddenly, as if sensing something, she turned her head, her gaze fixed on a corner of her desk. “Who’s there?!” she called out softly.


    The shadowy figure clearly hadn’t expected to be discovered so quickly. It stirred slightly, attempting to slip away unnoticed.


    However, the Desolate Time Lock shot out from Ye Lingxuan’s sleeve, binding the ‘shadow’ before it could escape.


    “I didn’t expect there to be thieves within the sect. What are you doing hiding in my room?”


    Ye Lingxuan looked down at the bound figure, her eyes cold.


    A concealment spell hid the shadow’s face, but sneaking into a girl’s room in the dead of night couldn’t mean anything good.


    “If you don’t dispel the spell, I’ll have to take you to the Enforcement Hall,” Ye Lingxuan said coldly.


    She formed a hand seal, tightening the Desolate Time Lock’s grip.


    As the ancient aura of the Desolate Time Lock emanated from the room, Ye Siyu, who was nearby, sensed the commotion. Passing by Ye Lingxuan’s room, she asked, “Lingxuan, what’s going on?”


    Ye Lingxuan glanced at the shadowy figure, about to answer.


    At that moment, the concealment spell silently dissipated, revealing a face that made her freeze.


    Then, she stammered, “N-nothing…”


    Looking at the young man standing before her, his gentle gaze fixed on her in the candlelight, Ye Lingxuan instinctively averted her eyes.


    “Go to bed early, Sister Siyu… I’m going to rest too.”