247: Chapter 247 Reencounter with Xia Qingyue!

Later, he became acquainted with Xiao Caiyue in the Immortal City, and even spent several days treating her Dragon Yang Body.

Then came the unrest caused by demonic cultivators, leading to martial law in the Immortal City. He and Xiao Caiyue were trapped inside, which delayed them for quite a few more days.

By the time he finally set off to return with the Xiao sisters, he encountered Ling Xiaotang and her Revered Master on the road.

With one thing after another, the trip that was originally planned to take one or two months ended up being dragged out for nearly half a year.

If he could have returned earlier, perhaps he would have caught that visiting Core Formation True Person.

If he had been present, with his knowledge and trump cards, he might not have agreed so easily to let the other party take his daughter away.

But it was too late to say any of that now.

His daughter had already been taken away.

Ye Changge could only suppress the helplessness and unwillingness in his heart, setting aside those chaotic thoughts for the time being.

The most important thing right now was to comfort his wife.

He lowered his head, placing a light kiss on Lu Shiyin's forehead, and said softly:

"Shiyin, you did the right thing. For Zhenzhen to be able to study under a Core Formation True Person is a blessing for both of them."

"I do not blame you for this."

Upon hearing this, Lu Shiyin's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled.

She looked up, her eyes slightly red, and whispered:

"Husband... do you really not blame me?"

Ye Changge smiled and reached out to wipe away the tear stains from the corners of her eyes:

"Why would I blame you? You did it for the sake of Zhenzhen and Ye Chen."

"It's just..."

He paused, his tone becoming a bit more serious:

"If such a thing happens again in the future, wait for me to return so we can discuss it. Our Ye Family is no longer a small household that can be pushed around by others."

Lu Shiyin heard the deeper meaning in his words. She was slightly startled for a moment, then nodded solemnly:

"This concubine has noted it."

Seeing her emotions stabilize, Ye Changge took her hand:

"Let's go, Shiyin. I said I would give you a surprise, and I cannot break my word."

Being led by him and feeling the warmth from his palm, the last trace of unease in Lu Shiyin's heart dissipated.

The two walked side by side, passing through several courtyards and heading toward the depths of the inner courtyard.

The morning light spilled down, stretching their two figures very, very long.

Before long, the two arrived in front of a quiet courtyard.

The courtyard gate was slightly ajar, and the crisp chirping of birds could be faintly heard from inside.

Ye Changge pushed the door open and entered.

What met his eyes caused him to be slightly taken aback.

This was an extremely elegant Immortal Cave.

In the courtyard were rockeries, flowing water, small bridges, and winding paths. Several stalks of Spiritual Bamboo swayed in the wind, making a rustling sound.

The Spiritual Qi was so dense it almost condensed into substance. Taking a deep breath made one feel refreshed and clear-headed.

"This is..."

Ye Changge looked around, a hint of surprise showing in his eyes.

The specifications of this Immortal Cave were much better than he had expected.

The concentration of Spiritual Qi, the arrangement of the Formations, and the level of tranquility in the environment were far beyond what ordinary Immortal Caves could compare to.

Even those top-tier Immortal Caves in Qingxuan Immortal City that cost a fortune to rent were slightly inferior to this.

"Fairy Xia personally selected this."

Lu Shiyin said softly from the side.

Hearing this, Ye Changge felt a slight warmth in his heart.

Xia Qingyue...

He thought of that woman dressed in white, as cool and elegant as frost.

She was always like this, silently doing many things for him without ever seeking credit.

During his nearly half-year absence, the Family's affairs, large and small, were all thanks to her care.

Now she had even arranged an Immortal Cave for him.

This kind of sentiment...

Ye Changge sighed softly.

His feelings toward Xia Qingyue had always been very good.

From the first time he saw her outside the mountain gate of the Lingxiao Sect, he felt this woman was extraordinary.

She was cool, but not cold.

She was proud, but not arrogant.

She was clearly a True Disciple of the Lingxiao Sect and a personal disciple of a Core Formation True Person, with extraordinary talent and a boundless future.

Yet she had never shown him even a hint of contempt.

On the contrary, she considered his needs everywhere and worried about everything for him.

To say he wasn't moved by such a woman would be a lie.

It was just...

Ye Changge felt somewhat conflicted in his heart.

Due to her background, he never dared to act rashly.

Xia Qingyue was a True Disciple of the Lingxiao Sect, and her Revered Master was a Core Formation True Person.

Moreover, as far as he knew, Xia Qingyue's Family was also a powerful local force in the Yue State.

The Karma involved behind such a woman was too great.

If he rashly became too deeply involved with her, and if it caused dissatisfaction within her sect or Family...

With his current strength, he would simply be unable to cope.

So, even if he had the intention, he could only suppress those thoughts for now.

If it weren't for these concerns, he would have brought her home long ago.

Thinking this way, Ye Changge's gaze involuntarily drifted toward the depths of the Immortal Cave.

Just as he was thinking this—

The stone door deep within the Immortal Cave suddenly opened.

A white figure walked out from behind the door.

Ye Changge looked up, his gaze narrowing slightly.

It was her.

Xia Qingyue.

She wore a long white dress, the hem trailing on the ground and swaying gently with her steps.

The dress was tailored perfectly, outlining her exquisite and graceful figure to the fullest.

Her slender waist seemed as if it could be held in one hand, the curves of her chest were faintly visible, and her long neck was as elegant as a swan's.

Her jet-black hair fell like a waterfall to her waist, with a few strands of black hair fluttering in the wind, making her clear and peerless face appear even fairer.

Her eyebrows were like distant mountains, and her eyes like autumn water condensed into frost.

Her skin was like congealed fat, and her lips like a touch of vermilion.

Standing there, she was like a meticulously painted portrait of a lady, or perhaps a Saintess from the Nine Heavens descending to the mortal realm, untainted by even a hint of worldly dust.

She was so beautiful it was breathtaking, yet it made one not dare to harbor any thoughts of desecration.

Looking at her, Ye Changge couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

This woman truly was a beauty beyond compare in the mortal world.

And at this moment, Xia Qingyue was holding a child in her arms.

The child was as delicate as carved jade, fair and tender, with a pair of large, dark eyes curiously looking around.

She was wearing a small goose-yellow dress, with her hair tied into two small buns, looking extremely adorable.

Her little face still carried a hint of daze.

She snuggled in Xia Qingyue's arms, her small hand clutching Xia Qingyue's lapel, her mouth slightly pouting as if she hadn't slept enough.

But when she saw Ye Changge in the courtyard, those large eyes instantly lit up.

"Daddy—!"

The little girl excitedly waved her small hands, scrambling toward Ye Changge.

Xia Qingyue quickly held her steady, looked down at her, and the corners of her mouth curled up slightly.

On that face that was usually as cold as frost, a trace of a gentle smile actually appeared at this moment.

But when she raised her head and looked at Ye Changge—

In those cool eyes, a flash of unmistakable excitement instantly passed through.

"Fellow Daoist Ye!"

Her voice was still as clear as a spring, but it held a hint of subtle trembling compared to usual.

"You're back!"

She walked quickly toward Ye Changge.

Her hem swayed gently with her steps, and her hair fluttered slightly in the wind.

Those eyes that were usually as calm as water now seemed to have starlight flickering within them.

Her eyes were actually somewhat radiant.

She stared fixedly at Ye Changge, her lips moving slightly as if she wanted to say something but didn't know where to start.