It turns out, they were the main characters.

Even if we bring out the true ancestral artifact, it will be of no use.

If the Azure Emperor were willing, he could even guard the Heavenly Phoenix Tree until it bears fruit.

Provided there is enough spiritual energy...

The fairy in the green dress looked at her palm and then sighed softly.

Having used the technique just once, the spiritual energy he had just absorbed from Mu Zhian completely vanished...

Ultimately, it's because Mu Zhian's cultivation level is too low. If he were currently at the Returning Void Realm, she could purify much more spiritual energy in one go.

"Let's go back first," the fairy in the green dress said.

Because of tonight's attack, she also lost her mood for relaxation.

"Don't we need to stay near the Heavenly Phoenix Tree?" Mu Zhian asked.

If the Heavenly Phoenix Tree were to be damaged... the consequences would be unimaginable.

"No need," the fairy in the green dress said, shaking her head. "I've buried vine seeds nearby. If anyone attacks the phoenix tree, the seeds will fight back."

"At least for the next two days, there's no need to worry," she continued.

"It seems that the vines of the fairy sister can absorb the spiritual energy of others?" Mu Zhian asked.

"It merely transforms the other person's spiritual energy into the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, but it doesn't have much effect on your innate furnace." As the fairy in the green dress said this, her beautiful green eyes, looking at Mu Zhi'an, seemed to carry a meaningful look.

"After we return, I will draw out the spiritual energy of your innate furnace, so that my spiritual energy can be sustained until the Heavenly Phoenix Tree bears fruit."

"How to guide her...?" Mu Zhian asked tentatively, secretly observing the face of the fairy in the green dress.

Unfortunately, even now he can't see the other person's face clearly, only vaguely discernible a flawless, ethereal beauty.

The fairy in the green dress glanced at him serenely and said softly, "Let's go back first."

For some reason, her usually cool and clear eyes seemed to reveal a hint of shyness that she had never felt before, which vanished in an instant.

For some reason, Mu Zhian began to vaguely guess what was going on.

……

After returning to the palace with the fairy in the green dress, the atmosphere between the two seemed a little awkward.

The atmosphere between them was quite normal before they left, but for some reason, they haven't spoken much since they entered the palace.

“You saw the Heavenly Phoenix Tree tonight, so you should know when it will bear fruit?” Mu Zhian finally broke the silence.

The fairy in the green dress nodded slightly.

"The Heavenly Phoenix Tree may bear fruit in half a month. At the earliest, it may be ten days later."

The fairy in the green dress sat sideways on the soft couch, her full breasts proudly pushing up her dress, her long, jade-like legs hidden beneath the green dress, and her delicate, snow-white feet lightly stepping on embroidered shoes, like a celestial being from the heavens, unattainable.

She wore a bright green jacket with a front opening, a light blue skirt, and possessed a stunningly beautiful face. Her cherry-red lips made one want to take a bite and savor their deliciousness.

However, the aura emanating from this Azure Emperor at this moment was enough to inspire awe in all who saw her, let alone inspire any daring thoughts.

Even a LSP like Mu Zhian felt considerable pressure at this moment. Even though the Azure Emperor was suppressing her aura, her innate spiritual body had its drawbacks at this time. At least when Mu Zhian was alone with the Azure Emperor, he could clearly sense the aura emanating from her.

The aura emanating from this empress was somewhat difficult for Mu Zhian to control.

Mu Zhian composed himself slightly, got up, walked to the table, poured himself a cup of tea, and took a sip to calm his nerves.

The Dao Integration Realm is indeed the Dao Integration Realm. Even without reshaping the cauldron, her aura is still so astonishing... If she reshapes the cauldron in the future and returns to the Dao Integration Realm, her aura will probably be even more terrifying.

This empress is indeed not so easy to control...

As Mu Zhian thought of this, he suddenly noticed a gaze. He looked up and saw the fairy in the green dress silently staring at him.

"What's wrong?" Mu Zhian asked.

"As I just mentioned, we need to draw out the spiritual energy within your innate cauldron," the fairy in the green dress suddenly said.

Mu Zhian nodded slightly: "Please speak, Fairy. I will do my best to cooperate with you."

“You don’t need to do anything,” said the fairy in the green dress.

Then, she sat up, feigning nonchalance, and walked gracefully towards Mu Zhian under his gaze.

It must be said that although this fairy has a cold demeanor, she is the most likely to attract men's affections. At least at this moment, Mu Zhian's gaze has not left her from beginning to end. He is just staring at the fairy in the green dress as she comes to him.

She raised her hand and placed it on Mu Zhi'an's face, whispering, "After the guidance, your innate furnace may have a recovery period of about half a month. Have you thought it through?"

A two-week recovery period... does that mean all the spiritual energy in the innate furnace will be taken away?

The spiritual energy in the Natural Furnace was actually obtained from the outside world. However, the purification speed of the spiritual energy in the Natural Furnace was countless times faster than that of Mu Zhian's other cauldron. Even though Mu Zhian helped Bai Ruoxi day and night in the past, the spiritual energy in the Natural Furnace was never completely absorbed.

As expected of someone at the Dao Integration Realm, they are not easily satisfied... Mu Zhian nodded slightly: "For Fairy Sister, everything is worth it."

The fairy in the green dress gazed silently at Mu Zhi'an, her eyes, as clear as autumn water, reflecting his figure. She parted her red lips slightly, her voice as clear as the clinking of jade, and as melodious as celestial music, irresistible to all.

"Close your eyes."

This is the blessing brought by the fairy in the green dress's own 'Dao'. Her voice naturally makes people feel good, and for those with lower cultivation levels, it is even more difficult to resist her words.

Moreover, even without this 'Dao', the mere fact that an empress at the Dao Integration Realm speaks commands respect and leaves no room for disobedience.

So, Mu Zhian obediently closed his eyes.

When he felt a faint, sweet fragrance wafting into his nostrils, he quietly opened his eyes.

The Empress's flawless beauty was almost within reach. Her thick, curled eyelashes fluttered slightly, and beneath them, her emerald green eyes, seemingly untouched by the mortal world, were crystal clear, as if untouched by any pollution.

When Mu Zhian suddenly opened his eyes, the fairy in the green dress, unusually, had a slight glint in her eyes. For the first time, Mu Zhian saw a faint blush on her face, which looked rather charming under the silvery light.

"Close your eyes," she said softly, her red lips parting slightly.

This time, however, Mu Zhian did not obey and close his eyes. Under the surprised gaze of the fairy in the green dress, he placed one hand on her slender waist outlined by the thin ribbon.

He pulled her close, holding her delicate figure tightly in his arms.

"Close your eyes." Mu Zhian looked down at her flawless face, then changed his approach and said softly.

The fairy in the green dress paused slightly, raised her eyes to look at him, and a hint of doubt appeared between her brows and eyes.

A mere cultivator at the Refining Spirit Realm... you want her to close her eyes?

However, after looking into Mu Zhian's eyes for an unknown amount of time, the fairy in the green dress finally closed her eyes quietly.

...Let's just see what outrageous things this junior cultivator in the Refining Spirit Realm dares to do.

Mu Zhian bent down slightly, placed one hand on the back of the green-skirted fairy's leg, and carried her delicate body in a princess carry, walking to the brocade couch not far from the table.

Then, Mu Zhian turned around, snapped his fingers to extinguish the candle, and then drew the curtains.

Today I'll show you what it means to suppress the Dao-Merging Empress with a body refined from the divine!

Chapter 211 Is it possible that the one who made the move was the Azure Emperor himself?

The news that three Void Returning Realm elders had secretly infiltrated the Yaochi Holy Land tonight and were instantly defeated spread throughout the Holy King City almost that very night.

This news undoubtedly caused a huge uproar in the Holy King City.

Whether in teahouses or inns, cultivators from all over the Eastern Continent were discussing this matter.

"Losing three elders at the Void Returning Realm all at once... this ancient family must be heartbroken." Someone couldn't help but sigh.

"They might not even be from the same ancient family. It could be two or even three elders from different ancient families who made their move in secret," a cultivator nearby speculated.

After all, even among ancient aristocratic families, having three or four Void Returning Realm elders is already quite good. Which ancient aristocratic family would be willing to spend so much money to send three Void Returning Realm elders to secretly probe the Yaochi Holy Land?

"By the way, how did you know that an ancient family sent people to test Yaochi? Is it all just speculation?" someone suddenly couldn't help but ask.

"Does this even need guessing? Last night, a surge of spiritual energy suddenly filled the space above the Jade Pool Holy Land, permeating the heavens and earth. It's obvious that only cultivators at the Returning Void Realm can emit such spiritual energy."

"This Yaochi Holy Land is truly decisive. It seems they directly used the Purifying Seed left behind by the Azure Emperor to suppress the three Void Returners."

"Legend has it that the Purifying Seed can transform into vines and absorb the spiritual energy of others. Once entangled, there is no way to escape... The Azure Emperor truly was an empress of her generation." Someone couldn't help but sigh from the bottom of their heart.

"It seems that the Azure Emperor has indeed returned to Yaochi, and he is seriously injured. Otherwise, the Yaochi Holy Land would not have acted so decisively, wanting to make an example of him."

Many people believe that Yaochi may have used a seed left behind by the Azure Emperor, which is why he was able to suppress the three elders at the Void Returning Realm so easily.

After all, with the Azure Emperor severely injured, he would inevitably have to go into seclusion to cultivate and wait for the Heavenly Phoenix Tree to bear fruit. During this time, Yaochi would definitely try every means to protect the Azure Emperor.

"There are still several ancient families that haven't made a move yet. Tonight's event is probably just a test," someone else chimed in, sensing the impending storm.

"The name of the Azure Emperor is renowned throughout the world for her beauty. If possible, I would like to hope that the Azure Emperor could be reborn so that I can witness her unparalleled charm once more."

"Hey, do you want to see her charm or her appearance?" A cultivator nearby couldn't help but expose him.

It's impossible for anyone not to have feelings for the Azure Emperor, but her strength is so formidable that even those who secretly admire her can only keep their feelings hidden in their hearts.

"Whether we can witness her brilliance depends on whether the Heavenly Phoenix Tree can survive to the end and bear fruit, and whether she can successfully refine it."

Since the major ancient families have made their move in secret, they are already prepared to fight the Yaochi Holy Land to the death. After tonight's probing, there will probably be an even fiercer offensive tomorrow.

Whether Yaochi can withstand these attacks is now being watched by countless people.

"The Azure Emperor must have used up all of his Purifying Seeds tonight. If any ancient aristocratic families make a move tomorrow, or even use their ancestral artifacts, it shouldn't be difficult to at least affect the speed at which the Heavenly Phoenix Tree bears fruit, if not destroy it."

“That’s right. Unless the Jade Pool Holy Land still has the Purifying Seed, the only way is to use the Ancestral Artifact.”

Immediately, the teahouse was abuzz with discussion.

Some hoped that the Azure Emperor could reunite with the furnace so that he could admire the fairy's unparalleled beauty, while others did not wish for her to return to her peak. However, most cultivators were simply watching the drama unfold.

Then suddenly a somewhat abrupt sound came.

"Do you think it's possible... that it wasn't the Jade Pool Holy Land that made the move, but rather the Azure Emperor?"

"..."

The chatter in the teahouse instantly fell silent.

"Humph!"

At this moment, an old man sneered and said, "Fool, if the Azure Emperor could really make a move, would Yaochi have needed to be so vigilant before, sending out a large number of people, and even activating an array to protect the Heavenly Phoenix Tree?"

Those gathered in Holy King City all possessed some degree of power. The old man's reprimand naturally displeased the cultivator who had just made the conjecture, but when he turned to look, his displeasure vanished.

Wang Meng, a guest advisor to the Wang family of Dongzhou!

The Wang family of Dongzhou is one of the top forces even among the hundreds of powers in Dongzhou.

Although it cannot compare to a behemoth like the Forbidden Zone, it should be noted that the Forbidden Zone has never communicated with the outside world, while the Liangyi Sect is the most sacred place in the Eastern Continent and has always maintained neutrality.