305: friend

Her words were decisive, carrying the supreme prestige of a Void Refining Great Expert and the resolute determination to protect her own!

White Cloud Master looked at the unquestionable cold light in Leng Yuekui's eyes,

knowing that this Junior Sister was truly enraged, and having just broken through to Void Refining, her Aura was at its Peak.

He weighed the pros and cons in his heart, finally sighing helplessly.

A Zhenyuan Marquiss Residence was indeed nothing in the face of the Yin Yang Sect.

To antagonize Leng Yuekui, who had just broken through and possessed infinite potential, for the sake of Meng Bi, was truly unwise.

"So be it," White Cloud Master waved his hand,

"That Meng Bi shall be handled by Martial Nephew Yao.

The Sect will negotiate with the Zhenyuan Marquiss Residence, and I expect they wouldn't dare utter another word!"

"Thank you, Senior Brother." Leng Yuekui got the answer she wanted, her surrounding cold Qi slightly receding, and she nodded slightly.

Outside Yao Delong's Immortal Cave on Luoxia Peak.

The afterglow of the setting sun dyed the mountains a warm golden hue.

Yao Delong finished meditating, and walked out of the quiet room feeling refreshed, returning to his long-absent Immortal Cave.

As soon as he reached the entrance, he saw a group of people already waiting there,

their faces beaming with joy, excitement, and the relief of surviving a calamity.

"Senior Brother!" Lin Qingxue was the first to pounce on him, her small face full of delight.

Qiong Shuang also transformed into a white light, affectionately coiling around Yao Delong's shoulder,

rubbing her small head against his cheek, her big blue eyes filled with excitement:

"Big Brother! Your Yin Yang Sect is so big! So magnificent! The Spiritual Qi is much, much denser than in the Secret Realm!"

Yao Delong chuckled, dotingly stroking Qiong Shuang's cool little head:

"As long as you like it! This will be your home from now on!"

His gaze swept over everyone: Han Yun, the heroic female cultivator who had fought alongside him in the Secret Realm,

now looked at Yao Delong with genuine admiration and a hint of imperceptible affection.

Liu Rumei, in a red dress, with a graceful figure and charming eyes that shimmered with emotion,

unabashedly conveyed her longing and affection,

boldly walking up to him and naturally linking her arm with his.

Luo Miaomiao, pure and refined, with a gentle temperament, like a secluded orchid in a quiet valley.

She looked at Yao Delong, her pretty face slightly flushed, her eyes filled with deep attachment and shyness,

a stark contrast to Liu Rumei's boldness.

Although feelings had blossomed between them, they had not yet broken through the final barrier.

Xiao Huohuo, at this moment, looked at Yao Delong with eyes full of adoration, as if looking at an idol.

Lin Shishi, with a gentle yet resilient temperament, looked at Yao Delong with profound gratitude.

"Junior Brother Yao!"

"Delong!"

"Senior Brother Yao!"

Everyone spoke up, their voices filled with sincere joy.

"I made everyone worry." A warm current surged in Yao Delong's heart as he cupped his fist in greeting to everyone.

Along this journey, these companions were his precious bonds on this cruel path of cultivation.

"Senior Brother has returned safely and even advanced to Nascent Soul, this is a great joyous occasion!"

Lin Qingxue exclaimed excitedly, "We specifically prepared spiritual wine and delicious dishes to celebrate for Senior Brother!"

"Right! We must celebrate properly!" Xiao Huohuo loudly agreed.

Inside the Immortal Cave, it had already been decorated festively.

spiritual fruits perfumed the air, exquisite delicacies filled the table, and spiritual wine infused with Spiritual Qi emitted an intoxicating fragrance.

Everyone sat around, clinking cups and exchanging toasts, with continuous laughter and joyous chatter.

Xiao Huohuo vividly recounted how Yao Delong had slaughtered his way through the core ranking competition,

overcoming all rivals to become the champion;

Han Yun supplemented with the thrilling tales of how Yao Delong, with both wisdom and courage, turned the tide in the Secret Realm;

Liu Rumei smiled charmingly, her eyes shimmering with admiration for Yao Delong;

Luo Miaomiao sat quietly at the side, occasionally pouring wine for Yao Delong, her eyes as gentle as water;

Lin Shishi listened, captivated, her admiration for Yao Delong growing even stronger.

Qiong Shuang became the life of the party, weaving among everyone,

curiously tasting various spiritual fruits, making everyone burst into laughter.

Yao Delong looked at the lively and warm scene before him,

feeling the sincere camaraderie of his companions, his heart filled with contentment.

All the hardships of a year of life-and-death struggles seemed to be comforted at this moment.

After three rounds of drinks, the atmosphere was at its height.

Yao Delong's thoughts stirred, and he quietly summoned the System interface that only he could see:

[host]: Yao Delong

[Age] 88/2000

[Realm]: Early Nascent Soul Stage Peak

[Spiritual Power Affinity]: 9

[Cultivation Technique]: "Nine Yang Heaven Burning Art", "Great Sun Body Forging Art", "Eight Desolations Prison Suppression Art"

[Martial Skill/Secret Art]: "Heart Sword Without Trace", "Void Splitting Nine Strikes", "Pure Yang Limitless Sword Canon"... [Sub-profession]: Alchemist (Returning to Simplicity)

[Current yin yang points]: 120

[Lottery chances]: 0

Looking at his reborn attributes after a year, Yao Delong's lips curved into a confident smile.

Strength is the foundation for standing firm on this path of cultivation!

With strength, one can protect everything before them!

The joyful banquet in the Immortal Cave gradually dispersed, the fragrance of spiritual wine and the sound of laughter seeming to still linger in the air.

Han Yun, Xiao Huohuo, Lin Shishi, and others bid their farewells, carrying their blessings for Yao Delong.

Only Lin Qingxue, Liu Rumei, and Luo Miaomiao, who had not yet left, remained in the Immortal Cave.

The atmosphere became subtle the moment the door closed.

Lin Qingxue, in a simple white dress, was pure and refined.

At this moment, her clear eyes held a trace of imperceptible scrutiny,

resting on Luo Miaomiao's hand, which was linked with Yao Delong's arm.

Liu Rumei, on the other hand, wore a fiery red dress, her figure graceful, her charming peach blossom eyes slightly narrowed.

Her red lips curved into a half-smile, her gaze shifting between Lin Qingxue and Luo Miaomiao,

finally settling on Yao Delong's face, with a playful look and a hint of imperceptible jealousy.

An invisible Aura collided and intertwined between the three stunning women.

Luo Miaomiao felt those two gazes, her pretty face slightly flushed, but she did not retreat.

Instead, she held Yao Delong's arm even tighter, as if silently declaring something.

Her pure and gentle temperament now held a rare stubbornness.

"Hmph!"

Lin Qingxue and Liu Rumei almost simultaneously let out a soft snort, their gazes meeting in the air,

instantly understanding each other's thoughts—both wanted to monopolize Yao Delong,

both wanted to use "consolidating cultivation" as an excuse to engage in Dual Cultivation!

Yao Delong felt the soft touch on his arm,

and the Killing Intent emanating from both sides, sighing helplessly in his heart.

This damned, irresistible charm! The 'Shura Field' is here again!

His face remained calm, however, as he showed a gentle smile, breaking the frozen atmosphere:

"Alright, stop standing around. Clear Snow, Rumei, you two have worked hard today.

I've had people prepare two excellent guest rooms in the East and West wings, filled with abundant Spiritual Qi. You two should go rest first."

He skillfully avoided the fatal question of "who to go with",

directly arranging accommodation and temporarily suspending the choice.

Liu Rumei's eyes shimmered, and her red lips slightly parted, carrying a hint of lazy charm:

"Delong, I was specifically waiting for you to consolidate your cultivation..."

Although she said that, she understood that Yao Delong was trying to defuse the awkwardness.

She didn't press further, but the seductive look in her eyes remained.