43: Stay at the Imperial Preceptor's Residence

Three days later, the turmoil of the Secret Realm was perfectly resolved by the New Emperor, Wu Mingxu, with thunderous methods.

He pushed all the blame onto the late State Lord Wu Changfeng, who had already turned into a blood mist.

Claiming that in his later years, in pursuit of a Breakthrough, he did not hesitate to Cultivate evil arts, attempting to conduct a blood sacrifice of the world's young Geniuses.

Because he was so well-prepared, with all kinds of "evidence" being irrefutable.

Coupled with his legitimate status as the Crown Prince, the entire transfer of power appeared exceptionally smooth.

As for the major Sects that had lost their Genius Disciples in this incident.

He also showed great sincerity; even the massive compensation, enough to cause any imperial family significant strain, was promptly delivered in the shortest time possible.

Consequently, the major Sects found it difficult to pursue the matter further, and the dust finally settled.

After the storm subsided, the vast majority of Cultivators who had come to attend the assembly gradually left the capital, which had witnessed a shocking conspiracy.

Lu Yi had the Disciples of the Primordial Holy Land return to the Sect first by Immortal Boat.

Shen Yueyao and Lin Qingxuan also boarded the returning Immortal Boat together.

In these short three days, relying on the meticulous guidance of her best friend, Shen Yueyao.

As well as Lu Yi's more direct and profound "in-depth guidance."

Lin Qingxuan had basically recovered from the massive shadow of killing her own brother with her own hands.

Although her face still lacked color, a sense of relief and liberation had appeared in her eyes.

Lu Yi was still somewhat uneasy after all.

So he solemnly entrusted Shen Yueyao, hoping she could take Lin Qingxuan back to the Holy Land together and look after her more on the way.

As for Lu Yi himself, using the "important mission" assigned by the Taichu Old Ancestor as an excuse, he stayed alone in the capital of the Xuanwu Kingdom.

The Immortal Boat slowly ascended and gradually receded into the distance.

Lu Yi was just about to set off for his next destination.

A graceful figure carrying a fragrant breeze walked slowly to his side.

It was Chu Qianqian.

She gave Lu Yi a soft, charming smile and asked in a voice so sweet it could make one's bones go soft:

"Holy Son Lu, now... isn't it time to return to the Hehuan Sect with me?"

Lu Yi glanced at her, first shaking his head, then nodding.

"The Hehuan Sect, I will definitely go. But not now."

Having said that, he ignored Chu Qianqian and walked unhurriedly straight toward the direction of the State Preceptors Residence.

Seeing this, Chu Qianqian was stunned for a moment.

But then, without hesitation, she stepped forward to follow him.

Anyway, she had made up her mind.

No matter what, she had to bring this man—who was top-tier in both Cultivation and appearance—back to the Sect!

When the time comes, she would use him ruthlessly to show that self-righteous fellow what regret feels like!

...The two of them, one following the other, soon arrived outside the quiet and elegant State Preceptors Residence.

After announcing their arrival, the residence gate was opened from the inside a moment later.

However, the first to come out was not the residence's steward, but Wu Yang, whose face was as dark as water.

As soon as he opened the door, he saw that "wretched pair" standing outside.

These two fellows were actually standing together right now!

An uncontrollable rage instantly surged from the bottom of Wu Yang's heart straight to the top of his head!

Gnashing his teeth, he blocked their path, his voice sounding as if it were squeezed out from between his teeth.

"What are you two doing here at the State Preceptors Residence?!"

Lu Yi looked at his expression, which suggested he wanted to swallow him alive.

Yet his face still wore that calm and indifferent smile:

"Naturally, I'm here to see your Revered Master."

"My Revered Master isn't seeing guests!"

Wu Yang grew wary and was about to speak up to drive them away forcefully.

From inside the residence, Leng Ningshuang's cold voice, devoid of any emotion, came just in time:

"Wu Yang, bring them in."

His Revered Master's command was like an inviolable imperial decree.

Wu Yang didn't dare to disobey in the slightest; he could only forcibly suppress the overwhelming rage and humiliation in his heart.

Then, with a dark face, he reluctantly stepped aside and led the two inside.

In the courtyard of the State Preceptors Residence, Lu Yi met his so-called "Martial Aunt," Leng Ningshuang, once again.

Without any pleasantries, he directly made a request that everyone present found strange:

"Martial Aunt, I would like to stay at your State Preceptors Residence for a while."

A hint of curiosity flashed in Leng Ningshuang's cold eyes as she asked:

"Why didn't you return with the Holy Land's Immortal Boat? Why stay here with me instead?"

Lu Yi acted mysteriously, placing his index finger to his lips in a shushing gesture.

Then, he said in a mysterious tone:

"Master has given me a confidential mission that requires me to stay in the Xuanwu Kingdom for a few more days. As for what the mission is, please forgive me for not being able to say more."

He couldn't exactly say that the old man's mission for him was to find a way to win her over, could he?

Hearing that it was the Taichu Old Ancestor's arrangement, Leng Ningshuang didn't ask further.

She nodded slightly in agreement and then instructed a servant:

"Go and arrange a fine guest room for Holy Son Lu."

"Wait."

Lu Yi added:

"Two rooms."

As he spoke, he pointed to Chu Qianqian, who had been following him.

Chu Qianqian, who had been following behind like a transparent person, pointed at her own nose upon seeing this, as if to say:

"Me? I'm staying here too?"

Lu Yi understood her meaning, tilted his head to look at her, and then said:

"Otherwise? Or do you want to share a room with me? I wouldn't mind, of course."

Chu Qianqian thought about it; since she had nothing else to do anyway, she might as well stay here.

It was the perfect opportunity to use this time to "enhance" her relationship with this Holy Son Lu.

But sharing a room was out of the question.

If she gave herself away too easily, what if he refused to go back with her later?

It would be best to make him eventually return to the Hehuan Sect with her of his own free will.

Thus, she also gave Leng Ningshuang a charming smile:

"Then I shall trouble the State Preceptor."

Leng Ningshuang looked at these two eccentric characters.

Though puzzled, she didn't refuse in the end and tacitly allowed them to stay.

This, however, made Wu Yang, who was standing by, extremely anxious.

Not to mention that he already had no favorable impression of Lu Yi.

Furthermore, this guy had repeatedly caused trouble for him.

On top of that, he increasingly felt that the way this guy looked at his Revered Master was like looking at prey.

However, he had just heard Lu Yi call his Revered Master "Martial Aunt."

That meant his Master was also from the Primordial Holy Land.

Although he had been by his Master's side for so long.

He had never inquired about where his Master's lineage originated.

If they truly were in a Martial Aunt and nephew relationship, Lu Yi wouldn't go as far as to offend his superior, right?

Surely... he wouldn't..."}],