279: Chapter 279 Master and Servant Reconcile

It took quite some time for the women's emotions to gradually settle down.

The main reason was that among this group of women, only a small portion regularly went into long-term seclusion to Cultivate, while most hadn't done so for a very long time.

After all, with Cao Yang present, they had no need to worry about their cultivation base stagnating in the slightest.

In their daily lives, even a mere few months of occasional seclusion felt like an exceptionally long time to them.

Therefore, even though their separation from Cao Yang had lasted only a brief ten years, the pangs of longing surged within them like an unending, turbulent tide.

Earlier, Ouyang Liuli was the first to notice the unfamiliar woman standing beside Cao Yang.

Without needing a word, she naturally understood that this woman must be a new sister Cao Yang had taken in.

So, with a smile on her face, she looked the green-robed woman beside Cao Yang up and down with keen interest and asked, "Brother Cao, aren't you going to introduce this new little sister to us?"

Before the words had fully left her mouth, and without waiting for Cao Yang's response, the green-robed woman already stepped forward with a charming smile and introduced herself: "Greetings, elder sisters! My name is Ning Rongrong, and I am Brother Cao's Dao Companion. I am honored to meet all of you today. Rongrong pays her respects to you all!"

Having said that, she gave a slight, graceful curtsy, her demeanor elegant and poised, winning people's favor.

As Ning Rongrong looked at Cao Yang's Dao Companions, a feeling of awe welled up in her heart. Each of these women was as beautiful as a Heavenly Immortal, with graceful and elegant bearing, making her inwardly marvel.

Moreover, from their natural and refined appearances, it was clear they all retained their original looks, without any Acquired reshaping or modification, adding to their innate, captivating charm.

What was particularly important was that Ning Rongrong keenly sensed that the Luck emanating from these women before her was extremely potent.

In comparison, her own Luck seemed somewhat inferior. This powerful fluctuation of Luck surprised and intrigued her, making her all the more interested in these women.

In her heart, she also sighed at Cao Yang's charm and influence. Though he didn't have many Dao Companions, each one was a woman of exceptional quality.

Seeing Ning Rongrong greet them with such courtesy, Ouyang Liuli quickly stepped forward and gently took Ning Rongrong's hands.

Her face beaming with a warm smile, she said, "Rongrong, there's no need to be so formal among us sisters; we all treat each other as equals. From now on, you're a member of our big family. Welcome!"

At the same time, Empress Lanlan swiftly followed suit, smiling as she introduced herself: "Welcome, Sister Rongrong. I am Lan Lan Yanran."

As soon as she finished speaking, the other women also gathered around, eagerly vying to express their welcome to Ning Rongrong.

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For a while, joyous laughter and chatter rose and fell, filling the scene with lively excitement.

The women began introducing themselves to each other. Some were lively and outgoing, while others were gentle and serene, but each one showed great friendliness and acceptance towards the new member, Ning Rongrong.

Feeling this warmth and harmony, Ning Rongrong's heart was filled with joy, and she quickly integrated into this happy, extended family.

However, among the group, one young woman's face bore a trace of worry.

She hesitated slightly, then took a few steps forward, her gaze fixed directly on where Cao Yang stood.

Seeing this, Cao Yang gave a slight nod in acknowledgment and cast an encouraging look her way before stepping forward to greet everyone.

This young woman was none other than Xu Xinyue. In this lifetime, she was the adopted daughter of the True Immortal Xu Buli.

However, with the assistance of the Heavenly Court and after long years of Cultivation and tempering, her father had now ascended to the realm of an Immortal Emperor, his strength unfathomable.

And her previous life was even more legendary. It turned out she had once been the artifact spirit of Ning Rongrong's sole top-grade holy artifact—the Seven-Colored Exquisite Pagoda!

Earlier, when Xu Xinyue witnessed Cao Yang's return, her heart overflowed with joy. At that moment, she only felt the woman beside Cao Yang looked somewhat familiar but didn't pay it much mind.

It wasn't until now, watching the other sisters step forward to greet that woman, that she suddenly realized, as if waking from a dream, that the person before her was actually her former master—Ning Rongrong!

In that instant, her heart couldn't help but give a violent jolt.

At this moment, Ning Rongrong also slowly walked towards Xu Xinyue. Upon reaching her, she said softly with an apologetic expression, "Sister Xinyue, a warm welcome to you! It was truly my fault back then. Here, I offer you my sincere apologies."

Facing Xu Xinyue's apology, Ning Rongrong smiled slightly, gently shook her head, and replied softly, "Sister Xinyue, from today onward, I should address you as elder sister. Actually, in the past, I was also single-mindedly focused on seeking the Dao and Cultivation, so I inevitably failed to consider many things thoroughly. Let's not dwell on those past matters anymore. From now on, let us be close, inseparable sisters!"

Because earlier, on the journey back, Cao Yang had spoken to her about Xu Xinyue, and upon first seeing the many women, she had unhesitatingly cast subtle illusionary techniques specifically targeting Xu Xinyue.

This was precisely why Xu Xinyue had failed to recognize her at the initial meeting.

Her reason for doing this was actually to avoid an awkward situation, as she didn't want her sudden appearance to disrupt the joy of Cao Yang's long-awaited reunion with the other women.

Just then, as Ning Rongrong approached with sincerity on her face, Xu Xinyue felt a wave of relief wash over her and said as if a weight had been lifted, "Thank you, Rongrong. From now on, we are truly sisters as close as kin!"

However, when the other women heard Ning Rongrong's apologetic words to Xu Xinyue, they initially couldn't help but show a flicker of confusion, but soon understanding dawned.

It turned out Sister Xinyue had previously mentioned some of her experiences to them, including that she had a master named Ning Rongrong.

And this master was an existence of extraordinary strength, one who could be called an Extreme Dao Saint!

At this moment, seeing these two women able to dissolve the estrangement of the past and reconcile, all the women present also felt genuinely happy and relieved for them in their hearts.

"Ahem..." Cao Yang gave a light cough, then smiled as he looked at the women and said, "Let's head home first and continue chatting there."

Hearing Cao Yang's words, Xing Yu immediately responded excitedly, "Yes, yes, Brother Cao is absolutely right! Sister Rongrong, you're going to love our Cultivation chambers. Come on, hurry and follow me to take a look!"

Before the words had fully faded, she eagerly reached out, took Ning Rongrong's hand, and with a flash, shot into Buzhou Mountain like a streak of lightning, taking the lead.

Watching Xing Yu's lively and adorable demeanor, Cao Yang smiled wryly, then turned to the other women and said gently, "Everyone, follow along."

And so, he led the women as they unfurled their movement techniques, flying lightly towards the peak of Buzhou Mountain like beautiful butterflies.

Along the way, a gentle breeze brushed their faces, carrying the faint fragrance of flowers and plants. The women's cheerful laughter and chatter continued unabated, the atmosphere relaxed and pleasant.

Before long, they arrived before the three majestic palaces atop Buzhou Mountain. The palaces were imposing in their Aura, with carved beams and painted rafters, exquisitely beautiful.