Start from Panlong and kill through the heavens

The Qianxue family in Qinghe region.

Ice-blue glazed tiles spread out along the nine-tiered eaves, their frost-like patterns shimmering under the moonlight.

The three-zhang-tall black iron gate was covered with dark silver runes. Whenever the night wind swept by, wisps of cold mist would seep out from the gaps and condense into fine ice crystals in front of the jade steps.

Behind the gate, seventy-two dragon-carved pillars stand tall, each ice dragon holding a fist-sized Snow Soul Pearl in its mouth. Cold light flows along the pillars, which are carved with ancient formations, weaving an ever-changing star map on the ground.

Passing through the corridor shrouded in three layers of restrictions, the fluctuations of the protective array created transparent ripples in the air.

The Mirror Lake in front of the main building is covered with an ice layer that never melts, and nine inverted cone-shaped ice towers float in the center of the lake. The silver lines shooting out from the top of the towers weave into a sky full of stars in the night.

What the lake reflected was not the actual buildings, but countless flowing traces of battle qi, like the Milky Way being crushed in an ice mirror.

The glass window lattice of the east library has a pattern resembling ice cracks, and a pale blue light shines through from inside.

The icicles hanging from the eaves are seven feet long. Whenever the yin energy is at its peak at midnight, they resonate with the protective formation of the pavilion, producing a clear and melodious sound like shattered jade.

The thirty-six artificial ice crystal mountains in the west courtyard form a unique array. The cold air flowing inside the mountains condenses into frost flowers on the surface, and each petal contains hidden runes that trace mysterious trajectories in the air as they fall with the wind.

The forbidden area behind the mountain was shrouded in thick ice mist, and the nine-zhang-tall Xuanbing Stele could be vaguely seen piercing the sky. The ancient characters etched on the stele emitted a ghostly blue fluorescence, which intertwined with the silver lines of the protective array to form a spiral pillar of light.

Every obsidian brick on the ground is inlaid with ice marrow, and the rising cold air forms a translucent barrier, enveloping the entire mansion in an eternal winter barrier.

Qianxue Wuyou, dressed in white, and Ye Linglong, dressed in purple, walked side by side by the koi pond, whispering their secrets to each other.

The conversation naturally revolved around their godfather and teacher, Chen Mu. Ye Linglong had already gotten her wish, and the feeling was unforgettable. Now, she was naturally extremely excited.

Her words were filled with longing for her master and deep affection for spring.

Although Qianxue Wuyou did not truly receive her master's teachings, she had already devoted her heart to him, and she did not hide it from Ye Linglong, as the two sisters could not keep secrets from each other.

Privately, Qianxue Wuyou would quietly ask Ye Linglong what it felt like to be with her master. Ye Linglong was a passionate and bold person, and when she talked about these things, she did so vividly and very openly.

Qianxue Wuyou almost broke down just listening to it.

Just as the two women walked hand in hand to the front hall of the family, they learned that a guest had arrived, and the visitor was a long-time friend of the Qianxue family.

"Don't worry, Dongcheng Wu from the Dongcheng family has arrived. Go and see him."

At this moment, Qianxue Wuyou's older brother, Qianxue Feng, came to Qianxue Wuyou and Ye Linglong and said to Qianxue Wuyou.

"Dongcheng Wu? Let him come, what does it have to do with me? Why should I go see him?" Qianxue Wuyou frowned slightly, somewhat displeased.

"He's here to propose marriage," Qian Xuefeng said with a hint of helplessness.

Since his sister returned to the family, countless people have come to visit, most of whom he turned down. However, he couldn't turn down powerful families like the Dongcheng family.

"Go take a look, just to get by," Ye Linglong advised.

"Then come with me." Qianxue Wuyou pulled Ye Linglong's hand, pleadingly. Ye Linglong naturally wouldn't refuse, and the two went to the main hall together. Behind them, Qianxue Feng looked at Ye Linglong's back, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

When Dongcheng Wu saw Qianxue Wuyou again, he still couldn't hide the amazement in his eyes, but at the same time, he also had a hint of greed for Ye Linglong's perfect figure, but he concealed it well.

The Dongcheng family members who came this time included Dongcheng Wu's eldest uncle, Dongcheng Jinlong, and fourth uncle, Dongcheng Wunian. Both of them are genuine Dou Zong level experts, and even Dongcheng Wu himself has reached the Dou Wang level.

The Dongcheng family is considered one of the top powers in the Qinghe region, even surpassing the Qianxue family. The family has a total of six Dou Zong powerhouses.

The Qianxue family only has four Dou Zong members.

After Qianxue Wuyou and Ye Linglong appeared, they simply greeted the guests and then sat quietly to the side, listening to the current head of the Qianxue family, Qianxue Chi, and Dongcheng Jinlong discuss their conversation.

The core of their conversation revolved around the relationship between the two families. Dongcheng Jinlong's point was simple: they and the Qianxue family were old friends, and if they could form a marriage alliance, it would undoubtedly strengthen their ties and make their relationship even closer.

Qian Xuechi knew his daughter's personality; if it was someone she didn't like, Qian Xue Wuyou would never agree to it. So he still wanted to hear Qian Xue Wuyou's opinion.

Qianxue Wuyou really wanted to stand up and say "I disagree," but she hesitated several times and finally gave up, because she had been taught since childhood that she would give her life for the honor and prosperity of her family.

Therefore, unless she is forced to the point of actually marrying Toujou Takeshi, she would not directly turn against the Toujou family and create such a powerful enemy for the family.

However, seeing that her father and Dongcheng Jinlong were about to get engaged, Qianxue Wuyou became increasingly anxious. She was determined not to marry Dongcheng Wude, but she was also afraid of angering the Dongcheng family, the consequences of which she could hardly imagine.

Just as she was in great agony, a calm and authoritative voice came from outside the hall, startling everyone.

"I do not agree to this marriage."

"Master!" "Father!"

Qianxue Wuyou and Ye Linglong exclaimed in surprise at the same time, their faces showing great joy. Then, ignoring the gazes of the people around them, they rushed straight into the hall.

Dongcheng Wu and the others naturally followed closely to the outside of the hall. They saw Li En, dressed in a dark gold robe, walking step by step from the door. The servants of the Qianxue family around him did not dare to approach.

"Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion, Hall Master Chen Mu!" Even if others didn't recognize Li En, Qian Xuechi couldn't possibly not recognize her daughter's master.

He just didn't expect that Li En would appear here. You have to know that the current Li En is no longer the Chen Mu he knew.

"Chen Mu!" Dongcheng Jinlong and Dongcheng Wunian exchanged a glance, both feeling extremely shocked. They had long heard of Chen Mu's name in the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion, but at that time he was just a genius expert in the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion.

Although they also valued Chen Mu at that time, Chen Mu had not yet grown up and was only a Dou Huang.

But now, Chen Mu's name has spread throughout the entire Central Continent. Whether it's his status as the deputy head of the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion or his strength as an eighth-grade alchemist, they dare not offend him.

"Greetings, Pavilion Master Chen!" Dongcheng Jinlong and Dongcheng Wunian, two Dou Zong powerhouses, actually came to Li En's side immediately and bowed to him.

"Are you kidding? This is the most powerful figure in the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion! If you offend someone like him, even ten families from the Eastern City would be reduced to ashes in an instant." (End of Chapter)