157: Chapter 157 A Fairy Descends to Earth

Night, at Liuyun Temple, within an exquisite courtyard.

Inside the guest room, candle flames flickered, casting a warm, hazy glow.

Chi Wanhe snuggled in Ling Hao's arms, her small mouth pouted slightly. Her slender, jade-like fingers unconsciously drew circles on his chest, and she recounted the hardships of secretly protecting Xia Yingying along the way, her tone filled with a hint of coquetry.

"Revered Master~ you have no idea, that Junior Sister's ability to get lost is truly Heaven-Defying!"

Chi Wanhe raised her small face, her large, watery eyes gazing up at Ling Hao. "This disciple followed her the whole way until I was physically and mentally exhausted. The Jade Marrow Essence Liquid I prepared before descending the mountain to replenish my Qi has been completely consumed! This disciple has really suffered so much!"

Listening to her half-true, half-false "complaints," Ling Hao's eyes held a doting smile as he gently rubbed her soft hair.

"It was Revered Master's oversight. I didn't expect little Yingying... to be such a pathologically directionless person. Wanhe, you have worked hard."

Hearing the words "worked hard," Chi Wanhe's eyes lit up. She immediately seized the opportunity, wrapping her arms around Ling Hao's neck, her breath sweet like orchids.

"Then... shouldn't Revered Master properly compensate this disciple?"

Having been apart for so long, and seeing her in such a charming state, Ling Hao naturally followed her lead, lowering his head to capture those alluring red lips, giving her the "compensation" she craved most through his actions.

The moon outside the window quietly climbed to the treetops of the ancient tree in the courtyard, its clear radiance flowing silently.

The night breeze stirred the leaves, bringing forth faint, rustling sounds.

"Then... Revered Master, would you like this disciple to put on that pair of plain white silk stockings?"

"No need. Tonight... Revered Master prefers something cleaner. Just like this."

"Revered Master..."

"Hmm?"

"Hmm—"

The moon rose to the center of the sky, scattering its clear radiance everywhere.

Ling Hao quietly stepped out of the room and stood under the corridor, his deep gaze fixed on the boundless night sky, as if contemplating something.

He had already arranged for Xia Yingying to go to the quiet room to refine the Seven-Aperture Exquisite Heart Lotus. Given the profound nature of her Celestial Spirit Body, this lotus should be able to help her break through three minor Realm levels in succession.

Now, he should go and see that Temple Master Liu.

Inside Liu Sisi's boudoir, the candlelight was bright.

She stood before the wardrobe, her delicate brows slightly furrowed. Her fingertips brushed over several gauze garments of different colors, and she fell into a dilemma.

The one with the green-to-red gradient? No... she had worn that when she performed a dance for him last time.

This goose-yellow cloud brocade one? It was too lively and delicate; it looked more like the style that girl Yingying would wear... No.

This moon-white cloud-patterned plain gauze one? It was a bit too cold and detached; she was afraid he would think she was putting on airs...

Liu Sisi bit her lower lip with her pearly teeth, unable to make a choice for a moment.

"It seems that time on Qingxiao Mountain left Temple Master Liu with a taste for more, unable to forget it?"

A voice filled with teasing laughter rang out abruptly from behind her.

Liu Sisi's delicate body trembled violently, and she whirled around.

She saw that figure in black robes already leaning against the doorframe, a mocking yet smiling expression on his handsome face, watching her with great interest.

Caught in the awkward state of agonizing over her choice of clothing, Liu Sisi's cheeks instantly flushed red, and she was so shy she wished she could hide the gauze garment in her hands.

Ling Hao walked over slowly, bringing an overwhelming presence with him.

"Actually, no matter which one you wear, in this seat's eyes, it surpasses the moonlight."

He had come to find Liu Sisi for serious matters, but since the beauty was so anxious, these serious matters could be postponed for a moment.

Ling Hao raised his hand, his slender fingers gently hooking Liu Sisi's slightly flushed chin, forcing her to meet his gaze.

"The Seven-Aperture Exquisite Heart Lotus is so precious. After thinking it over, this seat feels that those two bottles of Medicinal Pill are not enough to compensate..."

"I have some more Jade Marrow Essence Liquid here, which is of great benefit for Temple Master Liu's Nascent Soul formation. Do you... want it?"

The implication in his words caused Liu Sisi's heartbeat to suddenly lose its rhythm.

Ling Hao grasped her wrist and gently pulled her into his arms. His other hand picked up that moon-white cloud-patterned plain gauze garment, and he whispered in her ear.

"Let's go with this one." Ling Hao's fingers caressed the thin, light gauze material, his eyes deep.

"Cold and detached... just as I like. But this time, I want you to play the role of that cold and aloof Fairy descending to the Mortal World, and I..."

Ling Hao's hand gave a light squeeze, "...am just a reckless Mortal, coveting the Fairy."

"Fairy Liu, you must act colder, more stubborn; it is better to break than to bend... Only then will it make people... want to tear apart your Immortal Qi and drag you completely into the Mortal World..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Liu Sisi's body stiffened. She struggled with all her might, her jade hands pressing against Ling Hao's solid chest. Her willow brows arched, and her beautiful eyes were filled with malice.

"Presumptuous! How dare a mere Mortal ant blaspheme this Immortal! Release me at once!"

That expression and posture were exactly like a Nine Heavens mysterious maiden who was outraged by the rudeness of a Mortal.

The smile in Ling Hao's eyes deepened. He lowered his head, his nose brushing against her collarbone, his voice husky.

"Fairy, please do not be angry. This filthy Mortal World is much more interesting than your cold moon palace... This humble one, though untalented, is willing to relieve the Fairy's worries."

Seeing that Liu Sisi had entered the role, Ling Hao also began to enter the role of the "reckless Mortal," greedy and unbridled.

The candlelight flickered violently, and the intertwined shadows on the wall suddenly became intense and dramatic, playing out scene after scene of a Mortal's forceful blasphemy and conquest of a Fairy.

The next morning.

The morning light slightly revealed itself, dispelling the chill of the night and gilding Liuyun Temple with a layer of soft golden edges.

Inside the guest room, Ling Hao had already risen. He casually draped an outer robe over his shoulders, stood by the window with his hands behind his back, and gazed at the morning glory flowers just blooming in the courtyard, his expression calm.

Behind him, Liu Sisi was sitting on the edge of the bed, putting her clothes back on.

She leaned over and picked up a thin, light moon-white inner garment.

Ling Hao did not turn around and said softly, "One month from now, we go to destroy Cangmu Kingdom."

Liu Sisi's movements paused abruptly. A surge of immense joy instantly rushed into her heart, making her fingertips tremble slightly.

She took a deep breath, suppressing her surging emotions, and responded in a low voice, "Mm."

This blood feud of Revered Master's finally had a definite date for retribution.

"The weather is nice today," Ling Hao turned around and looked at her. "I plan to take Yingying and the others boating on the Qing River. Will you go?"

A flicker of inclination flashed in Liu Sisi's eyes, but she quickly shook her head gently, her tone gentle.

"No, there are still some matters in the temple that I need to handle. You... just take Yingying and have a good time."

She was clear in her heart; what she sought was merely to occupy a place in his heart, and to receive his occasional favor and pity was enough.

As for competing for favor with his Personal Disciple, that was not her wish.

The morning courtyard was fresh and airy.

Xia Yingying walked over with light steps, her aura rounded and harmonious; she was clearly already at the fifth level of Foundation Establishment!

"Senior Sister!" She saw Chi Wanhe and greeted her happily.

Chi Wanhe sensed her stable aura and a smile appeared in her eyes. "Yingying, you've finished refining? It seems you've gained quite a lot."

Xia Yingying nodded vigorously, then subconsciously looked around. "Senior Sister, where is Revered Master?"

Chi Wanhe pursed her lips and lifted her chin toward the direction of Liu Sisi's courtyard, her tone carrying a hint of sourness. "There, at your Sisi sister's place."

On the surface, she was calm as water, but inside—Damn Revered Master! Last night he ate me up... and then ran off, going to find another one before dawn!

Xia Yingying blinked her clear apricot eyes, somewhat puzzled: Why did Senior Sister seem... unhappy when she mentioned Revered Master was at Sisi sister's place?

"Oh," she nodded ignorantly, then smiled. "Then Senior Sister, let's go to Sisi sister's place to find Revered Master together!" After saying this, she turned and walked toward Liu Sisi's courtyard.

"Hey! Yingying, wait..." Chi Wanhe hurriedly tried to call her back. This silly girl, how could she be so oblivious!

But Xia Yingying had already walked far away, and she could only stomp her foot helplessly and follow quickly.