126: Chapter 126 Befriending Qingyun

"Father, what should we do next?" Ye Yi asked somewhat anxiously.

Ye Jing clenched his fists and said, "Yier, let's go home and stay there for now. We'll plan our next move later!"

The people from the Xuanyou Sect were now venting their anger on his two sons. If they failed to capture them, the person behind the scenes would surely find a way to follow the clues and investigate the Ye Family behind Ye Yi.

It seemed he had to seek the protection of the Qingyun Sect...

Ye Jing and Ye Yi quickly rushed toward home, traveling until nightfall before finally arriving.

Wu Guiyun and Liu Xianglan, who were cultivating at home, heard the knocking. Wu Guiyun hurriedly stepped forward and asked warily; only upon hearing Ye Jing's voice did she open the door.

Ye Jing returned with a dark expression, and behind him stood the battered and bruised Ye Yi.

The two women were shocked.

Wu Guiyun hurriedly welcomed them into the house, peering warily outside to see if anyone had followed them. Seeing that it was silent outside, she finally felt relieved and closed the main gate.

Liu Xianglan supported her husband. Seeing him return covered in wounds, her eyes turned red, and she hurried to prepare medicine for the injuries.

Ye Jing said, "Yier, recover well at home. Do not worry!"

"Father! I have something I want to tell you!" Ye Yi suddenly called out.

"What is it?"

Ye Yi gritted his teeth, looking very uneasy as he said, "Father, I don't know why, but my cultivation has stagnated. Ever since I reached Qi Refining Level 5, no matter how much spiritual energy I absorb, I can't take another step forward!"

"Is that so?" Ye Jing frowned upon hearing this, then asked about the natal contract beast by Ye Yi's side. "Is there anything strange about Xiao Yu?"

Ye Yi thought for a moment and said, "Xiao Yu usually isn't strange, but today, it seemed to use a Divine Ability to disperse the ghosts that were attacking me!"

After hearing this, Ye Jing pondered for a moment and roughly understood. He said, "Yier, you forgot. The True Scripture of Fate-Defying Bone Transformation states that your Spiritual Root comes from your contracted Yao Beast, Xiao Yu. Since Xiao Yu is currently only a Essence Spirit, your cultivation can only match Xiao Yu's for now."

After all, Ye Yi's ability to Cultivate relied entirely on Xiao Yu's gift. Now that Xiao Yu could not progress, Ye Yi naturally could not move an inch either.

However, the fact that Xiao Yu could use a Divine Ability today truly surprised Ye Jing.

"So that's how it is. I forgot about that layer. Then Father, is there any way to make Xiao Yu's cultivation reach the next level?"

Ye Yi asked hurriedly; he was naturally unwilling for his cultivation to remain stagnant.

He saw that Hei Feng and that Bee Queen by Ye Jing's side were already First-Order Demonic Beasts. Perhaps his miraculous father had some way to help him.

Ye Jing saw the longing in his son's eyes and said, "How about this: you rest first and let me take a look at Xiao Yu."

"Yes! Father!"

After Ye Jing finished speaking with his son, he went to the courtyard.

Xiao Yu, who had been following Ye Yi through his struggles outside, saw Ye Jing and felt especially close to him, excitedly stepping forward to nuzzle him.

Ye Jing stroked its head and was also surprised. This Snow Eagle had grown so large in such a short time; its progress was indeed rapid.

He immediately checked what stage Xiao Yu had grown to.

A line of ancient text appeared over the Snow Eagle's head.

"Essence Spirit White Eagle, awakened Thunder Attribute. Can be advanced using Thunder Attribute spiritual items or Yao Beast flesh!"

"Awakened Thunder Attribute?" Ye Jing was somewhat surprised. Could this be considered Xiao Yu's innate attribute?

Unfortunately, Ye Jing did not have any Thunder Attribute spiritual items or Yao Beast corpses at the moment. He had previously studied the True Scripture of Fate-Defying Root Transformation thoroughly and had thought of this from the beginning, which was why he was so anxious to obtain methods for upgrading Spiritual Plants, Yao Beasts, and Spiritual Artifacts.

To make matters worse, the Immortal Light in Ye Jing's Immortal Willow had been exhausted. Besides Ye Yi, his two daughters-in-law's cultivation had also stagnated.

The Family still needed to develop!

Ye Jing sighed and patted the White Eagle. He then looked at his grandsons who were currently cultivating in the house, thinking that it was time for his two grandsons to go out and gain experience.

If the Family's development was confined to one corner, how could it ever flourish?

Ye Jing used a communication talisman to send word of the events on his end to Ye Xuan, telling him to pay attention to deepening his relationship with the people of the Qingyun Sect.

He currently needed to stay on guard against the Xuanyou Sect at home.

Meanwhile, inside the Imperial Palace.

Ye Xuan, who was extremely worried about his younger brother in his residence, received Ye Jing's letter. Only after knowing his brother was safe did he breathe a sigh of relief.

However, he learned that his brother's cultivation had stagnated because the Yao Beast could not advance.

Ye Xuan held the communication talisman, his fingertips exerting a slight pressure.

Most of the worry between his brows dissipated, but it was replaced by concern for his brother and other Family members without Spiritual Roots who were practicing the True Scripture of Fate-Defying Root Transformation.

Now that he was in the Imperial Palace, although he had established a firm foothold relying on his status as an Immortal Master, the Emperor looked at him with wariness every time.

The surroundings were tinged with a hint of strangeness; he still needed to act with caution.

"The Xuanyou Sect is pressing closer step by step, and the Family needs the protection of the Qingyun Sect. However, it shouldn't be difficult to follow Father's instruction to deepen ties with the people of the Qingyun Sect!"

Ye Xuan muttered to himself. This time, through Yun Yue's recommendation, he had met Yun Yue's master, Yun Jian. He was a Foundation Establishment Elder, quite hearty, with cultivation already at Mid-stage Foundation Establishment, and left a decent impression.

He also seemed to have the intention of recruiting me. Why not take this opportunity to go with the flow, connect with the Qingyun Sect, and protect the Ye Family?

After thinking for a moment, Ye Xuan stood up, straightened his robes, and instructed the servants that if anyone looked for him, they should say he had gone to the villa outside the city to relax. Then, he quietly left the residence.

He made his way to the resting place the Emperor had arranged for Yun Jian.

It was an imperial villa. Although not as luxurious as the palace, it was elegant and secluded, perfectly suited for the quiet cultivation mindsets of immortal cultivators.

Ye Xuan arrived at the location. Guarding the door were two Qingyun Sect Disciples. Seeing Ye Xuan's arrival, both had looks of pride on their faces.

"I am Ye Xuan, here specifically to visit the Elder of the Qingyun Sect. I ask you two Immortal Masters to announce my arrival." Ye Xuan stepped forward, full of respect.

After all, they were Sect Disciples and mostly looked down on Loose Cultivators, but since Ye Xuan's current cultivation was quite remarkable, they did not dare to be negligent.

One of the Disciples turned and went inside to announce him.

A moment later, the Disciple came out and led Ye Xuan inside.

The villa was filled with all kinds of rare flowers and exotic herbs, and even many precious antiques were on display. The interior was even more grand with carved beams and painted rafters, truly beautiful.

Floating clouds and cranes were carved on the beams, looking lifelike. The tables and chairs in the room were all made of high-quality red sandalwood, their surfaces gleaming with a delicate luster and inlaid with small pieces of spiritual jade, extremely exquisite.

A middle-aged man sat upright by a chess table. He wore a bluish-gray long gown; the fabric looked ordinary, but it shimmered with a faint spiritual light in the play of light.

His face was resolute, with a bit of stubble on his jaw, and his eyes were exceptionally clear. His aura was as steady as a mountain, carrying the pressure of someone with profound cultivation.

Sitting opposite the chess table was a pretty young girl. It was Yun Yue. She was dressed in a green silk skirt with her hair in a single bun, her eyes curving like crescents and her cheeks flushed with a faint pink.

She was currently knitting her beautiful brows and staring at the chessboard, her hand holding a piece but hesitating to place it.

"Father, this move of yours is too unfair! I was clearly about to win!"

Yun Yue puffed out her cheeks, her tone carrying a bit of a coquettish air.

Seeing his daughter like this, a rare look of softness appeared on the man's face as he reached out and rubbed the top of her head.

"Playing chess is about the layout. You only look at immediate gains and losses, so you will naturally fall into a disadvantage. Also, when outside, you must call me Master."

After saying that, he looked up at Ye Xuan, who was waiting at the door. The softness in his eyes instantly vanished, replaced by a sense of scrutiny.

"Little Friend Ye is quite the rare guest. I wonder what advice you have for coming here today?"