It turns out, they were the main characters.

Mu Zhian's gaze then fell on the small wooden box in the hands of the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, and a thoughtful look appeared in his eyes.

These sect disciples might think of making clothes when they see Nirvana Silk, but Mu Zhian is thinking of stockings.

If we could dye Nirvana Silk black and white, we might be able to make some really smooth black and white silk stockings, and then we could let Ruoxi and Mengrou wear them...

Thinking of this, Mu Zhian's eyes couldn't help but show a hint of excitement and anticipation.

Meanwhile, after presenting all the gifts, Lan Mulian smiled and thanked everyone again. Then, she transmitted her voice to the Holy Maiden of Yaochi:

“It has been a long time since I last saw Fairy Yao Yue. If you have time, why don’t you come and sit in my pavilion?”

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi smiled and nodded: "That is exactly what I was thinking."

She also wanted to investigate some details about the Azure Emperor.

Moreover, it was indeed a while since she had seen Senior Sister Lan.

……

As the congratulations ended, the once bustling Liangyi Peak became much quieter. However, the story of Mu Zhian's special trip to Tianxuan City for his senior sister had unknowingly spread throughout the sect.

Some disciples scoffed at this waste of elixirs, while most expressed understanding or even envy.

At this moment, in a rather quiet and elegant villa on Liangyi Peak, Lan Mulian personally poured a cup of tea for the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, and then chatted with her about the recent events in Dongzhou.

After a short while, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi casually asked:

"Speaking of which, when I arrived at the Liangyi Sect today, I heard that there seemed to be some commotion in the Pilgrimage Hall a few days ago. Do you know what happened back then, Senior Sister?"

As he finished speaking, his gaze softened as he looked at Lan Mulian.

These two beauties both possess an ethereal quality, yet they each have their own distinct charm.

Faced with the curious question from the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, Lan Mulian gently shook her head and said, "I have never been to the Pilgrimage Hall, but quite a few disciples did go at the time. If Fairy Yaoyue is interested in this matter, you can ask the disciples who were there at the time later."

Upon hearing Lan Mulian's answer, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi couldn't help but feel a little disappointed, but she didn't press the matter further.

"Senior Sister is really popular within the sect. There are even disciples who are willing to offer up their Enlightenment Seeds," the Holy Maiden of Yaochi exclaimed.

Lan Mulian took a sip of tea without changing her expression, her eyes cool and aloof, and said, "That junior brother is rather special, and we cannot compare him with the other disciples."

"Does that mean Senior Sister also has some feelings for him?" Yaochi Saintess asked with a smile.

That makes sense. After all, given Lan Mulian's personality, if she wasn't interested in that disciple named Mu Zhian, she wouldn't accept something like the Enlightenment Seed. After all, anyone with eyes could see Mu Zhian's feelings for Lan Mulian.

They went to Tianxuan City specifically to buy pastries as a congratulatory gift... It doesn't seem like they have an ordinary relationship.

Moreover, Mu Zhian even added a Seed of Enlightenment to the pastry.

Mu Zhi'an probably only had one of those sacred objects himself, but he gave it to Senior Sister Lan.

As the Holy Maiden of Yaochi thought of this, it was as if a blue lightning bolt flashed through her mind.

Speaking of which, how could a cultivator at the Refining Spirit Realm possibly have a Seed of Enlightenment?

It goes without saying that the Enlightenment Seed that Mu Zhian obtained must be a legacy left behind by some ancient powerful being.

Within the Liangyi Sect, there are only two individuals who can be considered ancient and powerful.

One is the sect leader, and the other is the spirit dragon.

The sect leader ruled out the spirit dragon first... Such an existence represents fortune itself. Even people with great fortune might not be able to attract a spirit dragon, so it's impossible for them to do so.

Then the problem is coming.

Where did Mu Zhian's seed of enlightenment come from?

Besides these two experts at the Dao Integration Realm, there is actually another being at the Dao Integration Realm as well.

That being was none other than the first Holy Maiden of Yaochi, whom the Grand Elder had mentioned before... the Azure Emperor!

The clues in her mind came together, causing the Holy Maiden of Yaochi to suddenly realize something. Her calm and composed mind was stirred by ripples, and her fingers holding the teacup trembled slightly.

She looked up at Lan Mulian, her red lips parting slightly:

"Does Senior Sister know where Mu Zhi'an lives?"

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"Mu Zhian...?"

Lan Mulian's eyes flickered slightly as she gazed into the eyes of the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, and said softly, "What do you want with him?"

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "To be honest, the Grand Elder of Yaochi once deduced the secrets of heaven and learned that the Azure Emperor might still be alive and in the Liangyi Sect."

“I have never sensed the aura of the Azure Emperor.” Lan Mulian shook her head gently.

At that time, the Azure Emperor only had a wisp of spiritual consciousness, and he intentionally concealed his aura. Unless one was like the several chiefs who had personally witnessed the Azure Emperor, it was impossible for them to be aware of his existence.

"Actually, I also had such doubts when I came to the Liangyi Sect... For example, the Grand Elder's deductions may have been wrong, or the Azure Emperor may have concealed his aura because he did not want to be disturbed in his cultivation."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi gazed at Lan Mulian with gentle eyes and said in a clear and melodious voice, "However, it seems that there may be a third possibility."

Lan Mulian's eyes flickered slightly as she gazed at the Holy Maiden of Yaochi without speaking.

"Could the Enlightenment Seed that Mu Zhian obtained have been bestowed upon him by the Azure Emperor?" asked the Holy Maiden of Yaochi.

Lan Mulian's eyes showed a thoughtful look: "So that's why you want to go and ask him about the situation?"

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi smiled and nodded: "It is impossible for the Sect Master and Senior Linglong to have bestowed the Seed of Enlightenment upon him without a reason, which is why I have this guess."

Upon hearing this, Lan Mulian's gaze towards the Holy Maiden of Yaochi held a strange glint.

Leaving aside Master's side, Senior Linglong... if she possesses the Enlightenment Seed, she might very well bestow it upon Mu Zhian.

Lan Mulian gazed calmly at the Holy Maiden of Yaochi and said, "He is in Tianhe Garden of Liuli Palace."

She paused briefly before continuing, "However, that person isn't as honest as he seems, so be careful."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi smiled gently: "I know what I'm doing."

……

On the other side, Mu Zhian flew away on his sword, taking Ye Lingxuan with him as they left Liangyi Peak. They strolled together in front of the pavilion in the Liuli Palace.

Ye Lingxuan seemed to remember something important, and turned her head slightly to look at Mu Zhian, saying, "Speaking of which, what exactly is the path that Brother Mu takes in the Refining Spirit Realm?"

She had asked Mu Zhian this question before, but at the time he was always mysterious and refused to give a straight answer.

The fact that this matter came to mind now naturally made the girl somewhat concerned.

Mu Zhian shook his head and said, "The path I have taken cannot be explained in a few words."

"You'll experience it for yourself when you have the chance later." His gaze towards Ye Lingxuan held a meaningful quality.

Ye Lingxuan couldn't help but glare at Mu Zhian, and said lightly, "If you don't want to say, then don't say. Why are you deliberately keeping us in suspense?"

What does it mean to experience it firsthand afterward?

Could it be that the 'path' he's taking requires kisses and hugs to be effective?

Walking side by side with Ye Lingxuan in the square, Mu Zhian unknowingly escorted her to the front of the villa.

Mu Zhian gently stroked Ye Lingxuan's hair and said, "Go on, Qian'er should be waiting for you."

However, Ye Lingxuan hesitated and said, "Brother Mu, won't you come in and sit for a while?"

"Later," Mu Zhian said leisurely, running his fingers through Ye Lingxuan's hair. "We should have a guest coming up later, so I need to go and prepare in advance."

"guest?"

Mu Zhian nodded slightly and said, "It's a guest I've never met before."

Ye Lingxuan's eyes showed a hint of doubt as she said softly, "Since we've never met, how did Brother Mu know that the other party would come looking for you...?"

Mu Zhian smiled and gazed at Ye Lingxuan, saying, "If the other party is smart enough, they will definitely come."

Not long ago, such a big commotion occurred in front of the Holy Temple, and during Lan Mulian's tribulation, many talented disciples from the outside world came, including those from the Yaochi Holy Land.

He had just given away a Seed of Enlightenment, and anyone who wasn't a fool would wonder where that Seed of Enlightenment came from.

There are only three possibilities.

Sect Master, Spirit Dragon, and the Pilgrimage Temple Grotto-Heaven not long ago.

The Ascension Ceremony is still two months away, and among those present were disciples from various forces, including the Western Regions, the Forbidden Zone, and the Jade Pool Holy Land.

Everyone has their own purpose.

The people in the restricted area... it's obvious they're here for Ye Lingxuan.

The monk from the Western Regions was unaware of the other party's purpose, but the fact that the Holy Land of Yaochi would send its current Holy Maiden at this critical juncture... inevitably led to speculation.

Just to give a congratulatory gift?

Or perhaps... they've already become aware of the Azure Emperor's existence, and that's why they sent someone to confirm it?

If it was about the Azure Emperor, then Mu Zhian's Enlightenment Seed just now also sent a message to the Holy Maiden of Yaochi—I know about the Azure Emperor.

Although I had originally planned to visit Yaochi, since they have already come... this is also a good opportunity for us to have a chat.

"Lingxuan, do you like stockings?" Mu Zhian suddenly asked.

Ye Lingxuan hesitated and asked, "What is that...?"

"Hmm...it's similar to socks."

Mu Zhian looked down at Ye Lingxuan's graceful figure. A thin purple ribbon around her waist outlined her slender waist, and her long, jade-like legs were visible beneath her skirt. Her jade feet were adorned with a pair of delicate embroidered shoes with cloud patterns.

"This figure would look amazing in stockings..." Mu Zhian thought to himself, and said, "I'll give you a few pairs of stockings later, and then you'll understand."

Ye Lingxuan frowned slightly and muttered to herself, "I have a feeling that Brother Mu is up to something."

As a naturally born spirit, she was able to perceive the "longing" contained in Mu Zhian's eyes just now.

That's a "longing" that's harboring some wicked intention.

Mu Zhian shook his head helplessly and smiled, "Does Sister Lingxuan still think I would harm you?"

Ye Lingxuan glared at him and said softly, "You won't hurt me, but you're always up to some bad idea."

"When Qian'er was receiving her inheritance at Dao Peak, she also wanted to stay overnight..."

By the end, even Ye Lingxuan, a girl who could remain calm in the face of anything, couldn't help but blush slightly.

"I was just worried that you would be lonely, so I wanted to stay and keep you company," Mu Zhian said, taking Ye Lingxuan's small hands in his.