Villain: After I died, all the heroines cried themselves to sleep.

Empress Xuan wanted to take advantage of the fact that the Yaochi Holy Land was unaware of Luo Tian's return to end the marriage alliance between the two families.

The fact that the Yaochi Holy Land has come to the Xuantian Sect for negotiations indicates that progress is not going smoothly.

It is especially said that the Holy Mother of Yaochi and the Holy Maiden of Yaochi came in person.

Luo Tian was unaware of the specifics.

Even before that, Empress Xuan had used the [Mysterious Universe] divine power to seal off the space-time of Gouchen Palace.

Although it was to protect him and help him reject the marriage alliance with Yaochi Holy Land.

But Luo Tian felt that it was making a mountain out of a molehill.

In any case, this so-called marriage alliance is nothing but a name, and nothing has even begun.

Even if he really wanted to cultivate together, the pure and desireless Holy Maiden of Yaochi would probably politely refuse.

His initial refusal of the arranged marriage was merely a task assigned by the system, requiring him to play the role of the Heavenly Maiden's sycophant.

Now even the "simp" persona is gone.

Therefore, Luo Tian felt that it didn't matter if the marriage alliance continued.

Just as he was thinking this...

He received a letter from Empress Xuan, inviting him to the main hall on the main peak for a meeting.

……

"Disciple greets Sect Master. May I ask what instructions you have for me?"

Luo Tian strode into the main hall.

It seems that the Holy Mother of Yaochi and the Holy Maiden of Yaochi have already left.

Only Empress Xuan remained in the hall, emanating a somewhat oppressive atmosphere.

This caused Luo Tian to instinctively slow down.

"metropolitan?"

Luo Tian asked tentatively.

Empress Xuan pondered for a moment, then frowned and looked over.

"Tian'er, tell me honestly, did you secretly go through an engagement ceremony with the Holy Maiden of Yaochi and exchange tokens of love?"

"???"

Luo Tian was completely dumbfounded.

He and the Holy Maiden of Yaochi had a purely platonic friendship. When did they become engaged?

Did these rumors even reach Empress Xuan's ears?

But then Empress Xuan continued.

"Today, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi came and said that she and you have become engaged and exchanged amulets as tokens of your love."

"She took out the token and showed it to me; it was indeed your Shenxiao Amulet."

Empress Xuan gazed intently at Luo Tian.

The tone was gentle.

"Tian'er, is this really true?"

"..."

Luo Tian opened his eyes wide.

How could the Holy Maiden of Yaochi slander someone's innocence so baselessly...?

But he quickly realized what was happening and cursed the Holy Maiden of Yaochi for playing him again.

We can no longer be close friends.

Luo Tian knew the Holy Maiden of Yaochi very well.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi was devoted to the Dao and stayed away from the troubles of the mortal world. Luo Tian, ​​this dead man, was the best shield for her.

As fate would have it, this marriage alliance did not end until the complete destruction of the Xuantian Sect.

Even after Ye Chen became an emperor, he couldn't change the mind of the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

It is likely that the Holy Maiden of Yaochi said these words for this very reason.

"Sect Master, I did give the talisman to the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, but it has nothing to do with a token of love."

Luo Tian hurriedly tried to argue with Empress Xuan.

He also has ample evidence to prove this.

"I've given the Divine Firmament Talismans I made to my junior brothers and sisters, and I even gave the first one to the Sect Master. Does that mean I'm saying that you and I are engaged?"

"You silly child..."

"This is undoubtedly a slander against the sect leader's reputation; it's utter nonsense!"

Luo Tianyi spoke sternly and righteously.

"The sect leader may not know that the Holy Maiden of Yaochi is detached from worldly affairs and does not wish to end this marriage; she simply wants to use this opportunity to distance herself from worldly matters..."

With the idea that it's better to die for your fellow Daoist than for yourself, he decisively betrayed the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

After hearing this, Empress Xuan believed Luo Tian's explanation.

She frowned slightly, seemingly dissatisfied.

"This Holy Maiden of Yaochi actually harbors intentions to use you."

"Therefore, in my opinion, the sect leader need not worry about this matter, and it would be fine to let this marriage continue."

Luo Tian took the opportunity to persuade Empress Xuan.

He probably won't be able to leave Gouchen Palace until this matter is resolved.

However, Empress Xuan was determined to end the marriage alliance.

"Tian'er, you are the divine child of our Xuantian Sect. How can you allow yourself to be used by others? I will tell the Holy Mother of Yaochi about this matter and make her back down."

Once she made up her mind, she didn't bring it up again.

He then turned to look at Luo Tian.

"By the way, Tian'er, you gave the Divine Firmament Amulet to the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, but you yourself are now without the amulet to protect yourself."

"Sect Master, don't worry, I'll just make another one."

Luo Tian chuckled.

Previously, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi had given him a Heaven-Mending Amulet, which almost killed him.

Unfortunately, it was lost after the fierce battle with the Ziwei Emperor.

Of course, he wouldn't be foolish enough to tell Empress Xuan.

"Why bother refining it? I have some extra talismans here, so I'll give them to you, Tian'er, for protection."

Empress Xuan lightly flicked her wrist and produced an exquisite jade tablet.

The jade tablet rippled with mysterious runes.

She personally tied the mysterious talisman around Luo Tian's waist.

Then he examined it carefully from top to bottom.

"Hmm... You and I are a perfect match. I hope to protect you well."

Luo Tian felt the warmth and care from Empress Xuan within the talisman.

He couldn't help but take the Empress's soft hand.

Place it in front of your chest.

He gazed sincerely at Empress Xuan, responding to her feelings.

"Thank you, Sect Master. This disciple will keep it safe and will never let you down."

"Amulets are just external possessions; Tian'er, you must take better care of yourself."

Empress Xuan smiled sweetly.

Her bright smile was dazzling.

Even the empty and desolate main hall became full of spring.

……

When the Holy Mother of Yaochi led the Holy Maiden of Yaochi back into the main hall of the Xuantian Sect.

Seeing that Empress Xuan was radiant, he couldn't help but be surprised.

"Your sister, the Empress, looks very well. Has something joyous happened?"

The Holy Mother of Yaochi chuckled softly.

"It's just that I've recently had an epiphany."

Empress Xuan calmly returned the smile.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the two returned to the topic of their arranged marriage.

The Holy Mother of Yaochi still hopes to maintain the marriage alliance between the two families, and the Holy Maiden of Yaochi also expressed her unwavering devotion to Luotian and her willingness to remain steadfast in her commitment for life.

Upon hearing this, Empress Xuan looked towards the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

Compared to thirty years ago.

The fairy-like beauty of the Jade Pool Saintess remained undiminished; on the contrary, she became even more extraordinary and otherworldly, untouched by worldly affairs.

She wore a flowing celestial dress, her figure slender yet graceful, her flowing hair held up by a single translucent jade hairpin, her fair and perfect face ethereal and serene, her bright eyes calm and undisturbed, her fair skin and jade bones as white as snow, accompanied by an aura of pure and otherworldly immortality.

She was like a pure and holy fairy from beyond the mortal world.

It inspires awe and reverence, inspiring no thought of disrespect.

Empress Xuan nodded to herself.

She had always felt that the Holy Maiden of Yaochi was a perfect match for Tian'er.

Unfortunately, it was all for naught.

"I see the saintess as pure and devoted to the Tao, transcending worldly affairs, unlike people of this mortal world..."

Empress Xuan, as if nothing had happened, pointed out, based on the information Luo Tian had given her, that the Holy Maiden of Yaochi wanted to use Luo Tian as a shield.

Then he indicated that the matter of the marriage should not be mentioned again.

"Why does Empress Xuan say this?"

The Holy Mother of Yaochi was somewhat displeased upon hearing this.

She was well aware of the Holy Maiden of Yaochi's deep affection for Luo Tian; otherwise, she wouldn't have insisted on maintaining this marriage alliance.

So she argued with Empress Xuan.

"..."

The Holy Goddess of Yaochi remained calm and showed no shame or anger.

He merely observed Empress Xuan with suspicion.

She didn't understand why the other person would think that way, and doubted her feelings for Brother Luo Tian.

Suddenly, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi widened her eyes, as if she had thought of something.

A smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.

The faint sorrow between his brows slowly dissipated like mist.

"This humble woman pays her respects to Sect Master Xuanhou."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi curtsied to Empress Xuan, and then spoke softly.

"My feelings for Brother Luo Tian are as clear as day. Since Sect Master Xuan Hou is determined to terminate the marriage, I have no way to object. I only wish to see Brother Luo Tian's soul lamp."

"If Brother Luo Tian's soul lamp has been extinguished, it means that Brother Luo Tian and I are destined to be apart, so let's not mention the marriage alliance."

"...How can the soul lamp of the Xuan Tian Sect's divine son be easily handed over to others to view?"

Empress Xuan coldly rejected the request from the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi had foreseen this.

She didn't press the matter further and quietly returned to her seat.

In the end, both sides stuck to their own versions of events and failed to reach an agreement.

The Holy Mother of Yaochi could only return empty-handed with the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

"My sister, Empress Xuan, is truly stubborn. The Divine Son of Luo Tian has been missing for over thirty years. This marriage is merely a formality. Why insist on ending it?"

On the flying boat, the Holy Mother of Yaochi looked displeased.

She had known Empress Xuan for many years, and it was rare for them to part on bad terms.

"Alas... Holy Maiden, I think it's time to let go of your obsession after so many years since the Divine Child fell."

The Holy Mother of Yaochi looked at the Holy Maiden of Yaochi with pity.

But the saintess shook her head.

After years of silence, his eyes regained their sparkle.

"Brother Luo Tian is still alive."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi smiled slightly, her lips pursed.

Looking back at the Xuantian Sect, we passed through the thousands of peaks shrouded in immortal energy and arrived at the deep Gouchen Palace.

"Perhaps...no, I'm sure he's back."

It was as if they were reaffirming their beliefs.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi clenched her fist and placed it in front of her chest.

Thirty years of wasted time, and my heart, which had been covered in dust and dead ashes, began to beat again.

This time.

She would never miss it again.

……

"Senior Brother, are you cold?"

The Holy Maiden of Yaoguang blinked her eyes and asked.

"Hehe, junior sister, you're so clingy with me, I'm hot, how could I be cold?"

Luo Tian wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

He was being pestered by the Holy Maiden of Yaoguang while playing in the Gouchen Palace.

For a fleeting moment, he suddenly had a bad feeling.

Hmm, it must be an illusion.

Luo Tian temporarily put aside his distracting thoughts.

"Junior Sister, I'd like to hear you continue about your second entry into the Emperor's Fall Secret Realm."

"Hmm... why do you want to know so much, Senior Brother? The Tower of Babel wasn't open back then, and you weren't there, so it was quite boring."

"Heh... The Emperor's Fall Secret Realm reopened in less than thirty years, of course I'm curious..."

Luo Tian said with a smile.

He had a reason for asking that question.

Although, according to his predetermined fate, Luo Tian would have died long ago by this time.

Don't forget, this is a fantasy novel world with Ye Chen as the protagonist.

Luo Tian also knew roughly what happened next.

If Ye Chen were still alive.

According to the plot.

The Emperor's Fall Secret Realm will open a third time.

If the Battle of the Demon Cave laid the foundation for Ye Chen's invincibility among the younger generation, then...

So, the third Emperor's Fall Secret Realm.

This marks the beginning of Ye Chen's journey to becoming an invincible emperor.