235: Chapter 235 Returning to Dragon Vein Mountain!

"Rest assured, Sister Lu. With Fellow Daoist Ye's resourcefulness and methods, he will surely be able to turn danger into safety."

Hearing this, the heavy stone in Lu Shiyin's heart finally settled completely.

She knew that Xia Qingyue was a True Disciple of the Lingxiao Sect and possessed broad knowledge; her words were naturally much more reliable than those of ordinary Cultivators.

Since Xia Qingyue said Changge was fine, then he truly should be fine.

"Thank you, Fairy Xia," Lu Shiyin said sincerely.

Xia Qingyue shook her head, a faint smile floating on her lips:

"Sister Lu, there is no need for such formality between us."

She gently held Lu Shiyin's hand, her gaze tender:

"After all... Changge, he is also my..."

Midway through her sentence, a faint blush appeared on her fair cheeks again, and the remaining words ultimately remained unspoken.

But how clever was Lu Shiyin? How could she not understand her meaning?

Looking at Xia Qingyue's blushing, exquisite face, she couldn't help but sigh in her heart again.

Her husband truly was capable, even managing to win over such a Fairy.

She took Xia Qingyue's hand in return and smiled warmly:

"Fairy Xia, from now on we are sisters. No need for formalities, just call me Shiyin."

Hearing this, Xia Qingyue's cheeks grew even redder, yet she still nodded gently, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz:

"...Sister Shiyin."

Lu Shiyin responded with a smile.

The two women looked at each other and smiled; everything was understood without words.

...

Meanwhile.

Longmai Mountain.

At the edge of the horizon, a streak of light approached from afar, traveling at high speed.

It was a silver-white flying boat, about ten zhang long, with a streamlined design. The hull was covered in dense runes, and as spiritual light flowed through them, its speed was astonishing.

The flying boat pierced through clouds and mist, arriving above Longmai Mountain in a short while.

At the mountain gate, several on-duty Ye family Disciples were yawning listlessly when they suddenly felt a strong surge of spiritual energy from above and looked up abruptly—

They saw a massive flying boat hovering in mid-air, its silver-white spiritual light shimmering in the sunlight like a divine object from beyond the heavens, possessing an imposing Aura.

"An enemy attack?!"

The squad leader's expression changed drastically. He drew the longsword at his waist with a 'clack' and shouted sternly:

"Alert! Quick, activate the Mountain-Protecting Array!"

The other Disciples also summoned their Magical Artifacts one after another, their expressions solemn as if facing a great enemy.

Lately, news of the Demonic Path causing chaos had spread far and wide, leaving the entire Lingxiao Sect's territory in a state of panic.

Although the Ye family was located in a remote area, they were inevitably affected.

In recent days, the clan Elders had repeatedly instructed them to be extra vigilant on duty and never allow any suspicious person to infiltrate the mountain gate.

How could they not be nervous when such a grand flying boat suddenly appeared?

While the squad leader directed the Disciples to set up defenses, he took out a communication jade talisman from his robes, about to report to the clan Elders—

The flying boat slowly descended.

At the bow, two figures stood side by side.

A man and a woman.

The man wore green robes, with a tall and straight stature. His face was as handsome as carved jade, with sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes; he was truly Bufan. Standing with his hands behind his back, his sleeves fluttered gently in the wind, and a warm, jade-like temperament faintly circulated around him, making people feel well-disposed toward him at first sight.

The woman was dressed in a water-blue, wide-sleeved flowing immortal skirt. Her hair was coiled high, revealing an exquisite face. Her skin was as white as jade, her features were like a painting, and her temperament was dignified and gentle. Her movements were elegant and proper, clearly showing her noble background.

Standing together, they were truly a talented man and a beautiful woman, a match made in heaven.

The squad leader looked closely and was suddenly stunned.

That man in green... why did he look so familiar?

He rubbed his eyes and looked carefully again—

The next moment, his eyes widened in shock, and a look of wild joy appeared on his face. He almost threw away the longsword in his hand:

"Old... Old Ancestor?! The Old Ancestor has returned!"

Hearing this, the other Disciples also looked up one after another.

Sure, enough, the man in green was none other than the pillar of their Ye family—Ye Changge!

"It really is the Old Ancestor!"

"The Old Ancestor is back! The Old Ancestor is finally back!"

"Quick! Open the Grand Array!"

The on-duty Disciples instantly erupted into a frenzy, their faces flushed with excitement as they scrambled to deactivate the Mountain-Protecting Array.

In these days, the rumors of the Demonic Path's chaos had been rampant, and everyone in the Ye family was on edge, fearing that the Demonic Path Cultivators might attack at any moment.

Although several Foundation Establishment Stage Old Ancestors were presiding over the clan, their numbers were limited after all. No one was certain if they could protect everyone if something truly happened.

Now that Ye Changge had returned, everyone felt as if they had taken a stabilizing pill. The panic and unease that had accumulated over many days dissipated by more than half in an instant.

"The Old Ancestor is back! The Old Ancestor is back!"

The squad leader shouted excitedly as he dashed toward the clan's interior, wanting to tell everyone this momentous good news.

Other Disciples also pulled out their communication jade talismans, talking all at once to inform their respective acquaintances in the clan.

For a moment, the entire mountain gate was boiling with excitement.

Seeing this group of excited juniors, Ye Changge felt a warmth in his heart.

He held Xiao Caiyue's hand and floated down from the flying boat, landing within the mountain gate.

"Old Ancestor!"

The on-duty Disciples bowed in unison, their eyes shining with such reverence that they looked as if they wanted to enshrine Ye Changge.

Ye Changge nodded slightly and said warmly:

"You have worked hard during these days."

"It's not hard! Not hard at all!"

"It's good that the Old Ancestor is back! It's good that you're back!"

The Disciples waved their hands repeatedly, their smiles so wide they couldn't close their mouths.

Ye Changge smiled and said nothing more. Holding Xiao Caiyue's hand, he passed through the Mountain-Protecting Array and walked toward the clan's residential area.

Xiao Caiyue followed by his side, feeling the curious and reverent gazes from the surrounding Disciples, and couldn't help but feel a bit nervous.

She knew that from this moment on, she was a member of the Ye family.

Every person here would become her family.

She took a deep breath, trying her best to appear dignified and proper, her steps composed.

...

The two walked past spirit fields, the martial arts arena, and the discussion hall, finally arriving at the courtyard where Ye Changge lived.

The courtyard was located in the core area of Longmai Mountain where the Spiritual Qi was most concentrated. It occupied a vast area, featuring pavilions, towers, and winding paths leading to secluded spots. Although it couldn't compare to the luxury of those top-tier Immortal Caves in Qingxuan Immortal City, it possessed its own elegant atmosphere.

At the courtyard gate, two maidservants were sweeping fallen leaves. Hearing footsteps, they looked up—

"Old... Old Ancestor?!"

One of the maidservants cried out in surprise, dropping the broom in her hand.

The other maidservant reacted faster, turning around and running into the courtyard while shouting:

"Madam! Madams! The Old Ancestor is back! The Old Ancestor is back!"

Her voice was crisp and loud, instantly spreading through the entire courtyard.

A short while later, the door to the main hall was pushed open abruptly.

A slender figure rushed out.

It was Liu Yiyi.

Today she was wearing a pale green dress, her jet-black long hair draped casually over her shoulders. Her face was bare of makeup, yet she appeared even more pure and ethereal.

Seeing that familiar figure in the courtyard, her footsteps came to a sudden halt.