One had to admit, though both were Dao Companions of True Persons of the Primordial Saint Sect, the wife of True Person Chong Guang was far superior to Madam Ruo Xiang.
Her entire body’s aura and divine abilities were far beyond comparison.
Although she wore plain mourning robes in white, appearing serene and modest, they failed to conceal her natural beauty.
On the contrary, they made her appear even more dignified.
However, what was even more attention-grabbing than her appearance was the radiance of two divine abilities emanating from her body, making people unable to help but sink into them.
Lü Yang narrowed his eyes slightly upon seeing this.
‘Two innate divine abilities, Foundation Establishment mid-stage perfection?’
The next moment, she looked toward the direction of Ye Guyue and spoke in a cold tone, “The【Dongyang Blessed Land】has not yet opened. Stirring up trouble now would violate the decree of the True Lord.”
“This little sister, why not settle your grievances after entering the Blessed Land?”
Though her words sounded polite, her aura did not yield in the slightest.It was clear that if Ye Guyue insisted on acting recklessly, she would have to face both her and Lü Yang’s joint suppression.
“...Very well.”
After a moment of silence, Ye Guyue looked toward Lü Yang.
“In the Blessed Land, you and I shall settle our score, and determine life and death!”
Leaving behind this statement, Ye Guyue immediately withdrew her sword light and landed steadily to the south, leaving behind only a lingering sword intent that locked onto Lü Yang from afar.
At the same time, the woman rode her escape light to arrive before Lü Yang and True Person Yinshan, curtsying as she spoke, “This humble one, Miaoyin, greets the two Dao Friends.”
“Not at all, Madam, you are too polite.”
Without hesitation, Lü Yang cupped his hands in return, not only because of her status as the Dao Companion of True Person Chong Guang, but also because her cultivation warranted their courtesy.
The next moment, someone else stepped out from behind her.
This person carried an air of nobility, but at this moment seemed somewhat dispirited, with reddened eyes, and spoke in a low voice, “Uncle-Master Yinshan… Is my father really dead?”
Lü Yang looked over and immediately recognized him.
Chong Ming, the son of Chong Guang!
Decades had passed, and this former most prestigious second-generation disciple of the sect had actually established his Dao Foundation.
Although he was still at the early stage, he was no longer merely considered a Talent.
Facing Chong Ming’s question, True Person Yinshan could not help but sigh deeply and replied helplessly, “There may still be hope. Senior Brother has always been meticulous and never left anything to chance. Even though he was full of confidence in seeking the Golden Core this time, he must have left a backup plan in case of failure. That is why we intend to explore the Blessed Land and find out.”
Upon hearing this, Chong Ming’s eyes immediately brightened.
“Uncle-Master is right!”
Then Chong Ming gritted his teeth and muttered in a low voice, “Disasters linger for a thousand years. How could that old man perish so easily!”
Lü Yang watched with some surprise.
This behavior… Why did it feel so different from the harmonious family on Mending Heaven Peak?
Was this truly fatherly kindness and filial piety?
The more he watched, the more it felt off!
Thinking of this, he glanced at Chong Ming again.
Could it be that you are Chong Guang’s backup plan?
“Dao Friend Yuan Tu.”
At this moment, Miaoyin True Person suddenly turned to Lü Yang and spoke softly, “Could you spare me a moment? There are some matters I wish to discuss with you in detail.”
“Mother?”
Chong Ming looked surprised, clearly unaware of this in advance.
However, Miaoyin True Person simply waved her hand.
“You go catch up with Dao Friend Yinshan first.”
“Dao Friend Yuan Tu, come with me over there.”
After speaking, she floated away first.
Though Lü Yang felt somewhat suspicious in his heart, he could only cup his hands and follow closely behind Miaoyin True Person.
The next moment, Miaoyin True Person took out a cloud-like veil from her sleeve, and with a flick, a brilliant light unfolded, completely isolating the two of them from the outside world.
It turned out to be a high-grade spiritual treasure.
Lü Yang tried probing it slightly and discovered that even with his Heaven-Exploring Instrument, it felt somewhat strenuous to detect through it.
Why so secretive? What did she want to do?
Lü Yang frowned, only to see Miaoyin True Person turn around and speak solemnly, “Dao Friend Yuan Tu, I know you were the one my husband trusted the most before his passing.”
“Madam is joking.”
Lü Yang waved his hand.
“Senior Brother Yinshan is Uncle-Master Chong Guang’s true confidant. I am merely a junior who joined later. How could I be worthy of being called the most trusted?”
“Yinshan is not suitable.”
Miaoyin True Person shook her head.
“His cultivation is lacking, and his strength is inferior to yours. More importantly… my husband’s Immortal Spirit Body is not in his hands.”
Upon hearing this, Lü Yang narrowed his eyes.
Immortal Spirit Body?
Could it be the Metal Qi of Xin that he had obtained from True Person Shang Xuan?
Without pausing, Miaoyin True Person continued, “I am ten percent certain. Though my husband may be on the verge of death, he is definitely not truly dead yet!”
Chong Guang True Person is not dead?
Lü Yang’s expression remained calm upon hearing this, showing no sign of surprise.
Miaoyin True Person, however, seemed a little taken aback.
“…Dao Friend Yuan Tu, are you not the least bit curious?”
“It is within expectations.”
Lü Yang smiled.
“If he had died from failing to seek the Golden Core, a Dao Calamity would have arisen, something that only a Foundation Establishment cultivator at perfection could counter. Yet, the True Lord only allowed mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators to enter the Blessed Land and tasked me with uncovering the truth of Uncle-Master’s failure. Obviously, the Dao Calamity has yet to arise, making it easy to deduce that Uncle-Master has not completely perished.”
As his voice fell, Miaoyin True Person bit her red lips gently.
“…As expected of your reputation. Dao Friend Yuan Tu, your meticulous thinking is indeed remarkable. No wonder my husband praised you as the future pillar of the sect. Entrusting this matter to you puts my mind at ease.”
Spare me the flattery! I haven’t even agreed yet!
Lü Yang smiled without replying.
Miaoyin True Person then shifted the topic, “To be frank, my constitution is rather special. Ancient records call it the Heavenly Melody Body.”
“Anyone who dual cultivates with a woman of this physique can cultivate a Dao Art called【Seven Emotions Heart Refining Curse】.”
Saying this, Miaoyin True Person spoke as if it were perfectly natural, composed and dignified.
“This technique is known as【Affectionate yet Ruthless Dao】. It refines the heart with the seven emotions, and when perfected, it reaches the state of【Better to Forget Each Other Than to Struggle Together in the Mortal World】.”
“In the past, my husband married me as his Dao Companion precisely to cultivate this technique.”
“According to him, once this technique is mastered, coupled with his innate Immortal Spirit foundation, even if he failed in seeking the Golden Core, he could transform into the spirit of the Blessed Land itself.”
“In that case, as long as we retrieve the former Immortal Spirit Body, even if he can no longer seek the Golden Core, he could at least return as a perfected Foundation Establishment cultivator. Thus, both I and you, Dao Friend Yuan Tu, are the backups my husband left to preserve a sliver of life in case of failure.”
Hearing this, Lü Yang finally showed a surprised expression.
At the same time, he marveled inwardly at Chong Guang True Person’s thorough planning.
Failing to seek the Golden Core should have been certain death, yet he had managed to find a way to survive.
“…I understand now.”
Lü Yang nodded.
“Madam means to have me use the Immortal Spirit Body in my possession to summon Uncle-Master Chong Guang, in hopes of finding a turning point?”
“Exactly.”
Miaoyin True Person nodded.
Hearing this, Lü Yang’s expression turned serious.
“Madam, rest assured. I have received great kindness from Uncle-Master. How could I stand by and do nothing?”
“However… I have my difficulties as well.”
“That Metal Qi of Xin is the most precious thing I possess. If I use it to summon Uncle-Master, I gain nothing in return. This puts me in a difficult position.”
The implied meaning was clear—what would be his reward?
Madam, you wouldn’t want Uncle-Master Chong Guang to have no chance of returning either, would you?
Miaoyin True Person showed no change in expression, clearly understanding the sect’s longstanding tradition of not acting without seeing tangible benefits.
“…What does Dao Friend Yuan Tu desire?”
As she spoke, Miaoyin True Person raised her head, her clear and beautiful eyes revealing a trace of helplessness, and her delicate face showing a hint of vulnerability.
Yet the next moment, Lü Yang actually took a step back, deliberately widening the distance between them.
What a joke!
Did she really take him for a lustful ghost?
Lü Yang sneered and said, “I want a first-grade True Art of the sect! That is the true inheritance of the sect. I wonder if Madam happens to possess one?”
“…”
Upon hearing this, Miaoyin True Person, who had just seemed weak and easy to push over, immediately narrowed her eyes and returned to her usual demeanor.