At the edge of Yunlan Cliff, they resolved their inner conflicts; a slightly tipsy confession led them to fight together against the enemy.

At the rest camp near the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, The women were each attending to their duties: Xiao Xun Er was consolidating her Heavenly Flame, Xiao Yi Xian was familiarizing herself with her stabilized Poison Body under Su Chen's guidance, Hanabi and Qing Lin were practicing the coordination of Lightning Release and the snake swarm, while Xiao Wu and Karin were organizing the harvested herbs. Only Yun Yun stood alone by the nearby cliff edge, staring blankly at the naturally formed wind patterns on the cliff face—patterns that bore a striking resemblance to the runes of the Cloud Mist Sect's mountain gate, instantly stirring complex emotions about her Sect's past.

Su Chen saw all of this and quietly walked to her side, handing her a flask of warm fruit wine: "What are you thinking about? You've been distracted since a moment ago."

Yun Yun snapped back to her senses and took the fruit wine, her fingertips brushing against the cool flask. Her tone carried a trace of subtle melancholy: "It's nothing. I just feel that the patterns on this cliff look exactly like the runes of my former Sect." She tilted her head and took a large gulp of wine. The spicy liquid slid down her throat but couldn't suppress the gloom in her heart. "I was once the Sect Master of the Cloud Mist Sect, yet I failed to protect it. In the end, I even ended up betrayed by everyone. Am I quite useless?"

Su Chen walked to her side and stood shoulder to shoulder with her, gazing at the distant sea of clouds: "To be able to become the master of a Sect shows that you are strong enough. The rise and fall of a Sect has its own destiny; being betrayed by everyone is not your fault, but rather their failure to cherish your contributions." He turned to look at her, his black-gold eyes gentle yet firm. "At least for now, you are not alone. You have us with you."

Yun Yun took a few more sips of wine, her cheeks gradually flushing red and her gaze becoming somewhat blurred. Under the slight intoxication, she shed her usual cold facade and leaned against the cliff wall, her voice carrying a hint of grievance: "But I still can't help but wonder, if I had been a bit stronger and more decisive back then, would everything have been different?"

"There are no 'ifs'." Su Chen raised his hand and gently brushed away a strand of hair from her cheek. The warmth of his fingertips made Yun Yun tremble slightly. "The past is already gone. What matters is the present and the future. Your current strength isn't for making up for past regrets, but for protecting those around you and for living a more brilliant life for yourself."

He leaned closer to her, his breath brushing past her ear, carrying a faint scent of wine and warmth: "In my heart, you are stronger than anyone—you are brave enough to love and hate, and you have responsibility and resilience. The Cloud Mist Sect didn't know how to cherish you, but I do." He pinched her chin, forcing her to look at him. "From now on, I will dote on you. Your Wind Blades no longer need to be swung for the Sect, but only for yourself, and for me."

Yun Yun's heart rate instantly accelerated, the tips of her ears turning red, and a misty glaze appeared in her tipsy eyes. She looked into Su Chen's deep eyes, feeling the sincerity and warmth in his words. The gloom accumulated at the bottom of her heart seemed to dissipate instantly. She summoned her courage, raised her arms to hook around Su Chen's neck, and proactively kissed the corner of his mouth, her movements unrefined yet firm.

"Mmm..." The kiss was brief but fiery. Yun Yun quickly pulled away, her cheeks so red they looked like they could bleed. Burying her face in Su Chen's chest, her voice was as faint as a mosquito's buzz. "Su Chen, thank you... I feel like I really can't leave you anymore."

Su Chen gave a light chuckle, tightening his arms to hold her close. He lowered his head and kissed the top of her hair: "Then stay by my side forever and be my Wind Queen. I will protect your peace for a lifetime."

Just as the two were immersed in the ambiguous atmosphere, a sharp laugh suddenly rang out: "What a touching and deep confession! Unfortunately, Yun Yun, you traitor, you're going to die here today!"

Over a dozen Spirit Hall Spirit Masters lunged out from behind the cliff. Leading them was a Spirit King holding a Wind Blade—it was exactly the Elder who had betrayed the Cloud Mist Sect and joined Spirit Hall years ago! He stared at Yun Yun with sinister eyes. "Back then, you kicked me out of the Cloud Mist Sect. Today, I'll clear the house on behalf of Spirit Hall and, while I'm at it, seize the source of Su Chen's God-Defying Power!"

Yun Yun instantly sobered up. Breaking free from Su Chen's embrace, she gripped her Wind Sword, her gaze becoming cold and sharp once more: "Traitor, today we settle the score between us!"

"Don't be in a hurry, I'll accompany you." Su Chen walked to her side and stood shoulder to shoulder with her, his black-gold God-Defying Power slowly unfolding. "Your grudge is my grudge. We'll resolve it together."

"Brother Su Chen, we're here to help you!" Xiao Wu, Xiao Xun Er, and the others heard the commotion and immediately rushed over, forming a surrounding formation.

"No need, this is a personal grudge between him and me." Yun Yun raised her hand to stop everyone and turned to look at Su Chen, her gaze firm. "Su Chen, just cover for me. I want to settle this myself."

Su Chen nodded, a smile playing on his lips: "Alright, I believe in you. If you need my help, just say the word." He stepped aside, his black-gold God-Defying Power forming a barrier to prevent the Spirit Hall Spirit Masters from launching a sneak attack.

Holding her Wind Sword, Yun Yun's figure flickered as she charged toward the traitorous Elder. Wind Blades whistled with a sharp aura—this was the Profound Meaning of Wind she excelled in the most. The traitorous Elder was not to be outdone; his Wind Blade collided with Yun Yun's Wind Sword, producing a piercing metallic clang.

"Your Wind Blades are still so weak!" The traitorous Elder sneered, his spirit power surging. "Over these years, I've gained even greater power in Spirit Hall. You're no match for me at all!"

Yun Yun remained unmoved. Su Chen's words from earlier flashed through her mind, and the gloom in her heart completely dissipated. The aura of the Wind Sword became increasingly sharp. She was no longer bound by past regrets; a new conviction was infused into her Wind Blades—to protect those around her, to protect Su Chen!

"You're wrong. I am no longer the Yun Yun of back then!" Yun Yun shouted softly. The Wind Sword suddenly burst with a cyan-gold light—it was precisely the resonance produced with Su Chen's God-Defying Power! Her figure flickered, turning into a streak of cyan light that bypassed the traitorous Elder's attack. The Wind Sword pierced accurately toward his spirit power core.

The traitorous Elder's expression changed drastically. He wanted to dodge, but it was too late. "Puchi!" The Wind Sword pierced through his chest, and his spirit power core was instantly shattered. He looked at Yun Yun in disbelief. "Impossible... How could your power have become so strong?"

"Because I have someone I want to protect." Yun Yun withdrew her Wind Sword, her gaze icy. "This strike is for the Cloud Mist Sect, and for myself!"

The traitorous Elder collapsed to the ground, his breath cut short. Seeing this, the remaining Spirit Hall Spirit Masters were scared out of their wits. They turned to flee but were instantly imprisoned by Su Chen's God-Defying Power: "You want to leave after coming here? Stay right there!"

Xiao Xun Er's Heavenly Flame, Xiao Yi Xian's Poison Mist, and Hanabi's Lightning Release were unleashed simultaneously, clearing out the remaining Spirit Masters in an instant.

The battle ended. Yun Yun sheathed her sword and walked to Su Chen's side. Her cheeks were still flushed, but her gaze held a bit more relief and dependence: "Su Chen, I did it."

"I knew you could." Su Chen raised his hand and gently stroked her hair. "The knot in your heart has been resolved. From now on, don't be bound by the past anymore. Follow me, and we'll create our own future together."

Yun Yun nodded vigorously and proactively leaned into Su Chen's embrace, her voice gentle: "Mhm. From now on, I'll follow you. My Wind Blades will forever be swung for you."

The women gathered around. Karin teased with a laugh, "Sister Yun Yun, you're not putting on a cold face anymore, are you? Lord Su Chen is so good to you!"

Xiao Wu also hopped over and said, "Sister Yun Yun is so amazing! That strike just now was so cool!"

Yun Yun's cheeks flushed slightly, but she didn't refute them. She simply snuggled closely into Su Chen's embrace, feeling the sense of security he provided. The wind of Cloud Mist Cliff blew gently, carrying away past regrets and bringing new hope. Su Chen held Yun Yun and looked at The women around him, his heart filled with determination—he would take everyone with him to plunder all the opportunities within the Star Dou Secret Realm and make everyone stronger.