It turns out, they were the main characters.

"The physique of the Xuan Yin Palace is very special. Only a few people can inherit the Xuan Yin Physique. This physique will always be weak and sickly until the Refining Spirit Realm. Even when they reach the Refining Spirit Realm, they will still be troubled by physical weakness."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi sat quietly at the table, watching the elders take their seats one after another, and continued to transmit her voice: "Only after stepping into the Returning to the Void Realm will the Profound Yin Body become complete and no longer be disturbed by these mortal matters."

"In past sparring sessions with fellow cultivators of the same generation, the Xuan Yin Body has never suffered a defeat."

This physique has so many negative buffs, but judging from this, it is also very powerful... Mu Zhian understood slightly.

"In addition, the Lü family and Lan family of Dongzhou, as well as the two major halls and three major pavilions, also sent people here this time. On the one hand, they want to pay their respects to Senior Qingdi. On the other hand, I'm afraid it's because..." Yaochi Saintess paused, her gaze intentionally or unintentionally turning to Mu Zhian.

This is still without knowing that Mu Zhian's innate furnace is not just an ordinary innate furnace. If they knew that he possessed spiritual energy that could strengthen other people's physique and even the Heavenly Dao energy that could enhance their fortune, these people might have started fighting on the spot.

"What are your own thoughts, Young Master Mu?" the Holy Maiden of Yaochi suddenly asked.

She knew that Mu Zhian and Lan Mulian were close, and besides, it seemed that a beautiful young woman also lived in his villa.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi didn't have a deep impression of Bai Ruoxi, except for how despicable that Miss Bai's breasts were.

With two such beautiful confidantes as his confidantes, Mu Zhian's opinion on these marriage proposals is quite intriguing.

And if I'm not mistaken, Senior Qingdi is very likely also dealing with Mu Zhi'an...

Mu Zhian shook his head slightly and said, "Let Senior Qingdi decide. I'm not very interested in arranged marriages."

"Besides, I already have someone I like in my heart," Mu Zhian continued.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi glanced at Mu Zhi'an silently, hesitated for a moment, and then suddenly transmitted her voice: "Young Master Mu, may Yao Yue ask a rather impolite question...?"

As she finished speaking, the Holy Maiden of Yaochi silently gazed at Mu Zhi'an, her expression becoming noticeably more serious.

"Please speak, Fairy Yao Yue."

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi hesitated for a moment, then transmitted her voice, "You and Senior Qingdi, are you...?"

She fell silent after saying this, her eyes gazing tenderly at Mu Zhi'an.

Even the naturally aloof Yaochi Saintess was somewhat concerned about this matter; under normal circumstances, she would have no interest in gossip at all.

But when it comes to the Azure Emperor... it's really hard not to care.

"This matter involves too much and cannot be explained clearly in a short time." Mu Zhian smiled gently, looked at the Holy Maiden of Yaochi, and said, "If the fairy is interested, we can find some time next time to discuss this matter while enjoying tea and discussing the Dao."

"Alright." The Holy Maiden of Yaochi smiled faintly and did not ask any further questions.

The Holy Maiden of Yaochi was a very wise woman. She could tell that Mu Zhian was unwilling to say more about this matter for the time being, so she did not press him for details.

However, what Mu Zhian just said made Yaochi Saintess realize one thing—something had indeed happened between Mu Zhian and the Azure Emperor.

While the two were secretly chatting, several ancient aristocratic families had already sent their congratulatory gifts.

Then, Elder Shi of the Xuan Yin Palace clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying, "Senior Qingdi, besides congratulating you, I have another request."

As soon as he finished speaking, the elders or guest ministers of the several ancient families not far away all turned their gazes toward the old man who had taken the initiative.

"Go ahead," the fairy in the green dress said, her red lips parting slightly, a faint smile on her face. Her snow-white skin appeared even more radiant against the backdrop of her light green dress.

From her appearance, it's completely unbelievable that she is actually an empress who has lived three lifetimes.

If calculated according to the timeline of Kyushu, each generation lasts for five thousand years, so this empress has lived for more than ten thousand years.

“My young lady is seventeen years old this year. She is deeply troubled by the Xuan Yin Body. Before she reaches the Refining Spirit Realm, she often suffers from colds and fevers, and is weak and sickly, just like an ordinary person.”

Elder Shi paused for a moment, then clasped his hands and said, "Tonight, there is a celestial phenomenon, with a large amount of spiritual energy gathering in the Jade Pool. And the one that attracts so much spiritual energy must be this young friend Mu who is not far from me, right?"

As he said this, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and his gaze towards Mu Zhian was quite friendly.

Although it's only at the first level of Refining Spirit, it's a natural furnace. In addition, Mu Zhian and the Azure Emperor seem to have a good relationship. If the two families were to unite in marriage in the future, and Mu Zhian 'married' into the Xuan Yin Palace, he could also assist the young lady and accelerate her progress to the Refining Spirit Realm or even the Returning to Void Realm.

"Is he a natural furnace for cultivation?" Elder Shi asked again.

As soon as she finished speaking, the 'guests' who had visited that evening couldn't help but turn their gazes toward this stunningly beautiful empress.

"He is indeed a natural-born furnace." Under the gaze of everyone, the fairy in the green dress affirmed.

As the voice faded, almost everyone present involuntarily turned their gaze to Mu Zhian.

Even though there had been some speculation beforehand, and it was even certain, it was still quite shocking to receive confirmation from the Azure Emperor himself.

A physique like that of a natural furnace vessel actually exists... and it's even at the Refining Spirit Realm?!

It is extremely rare for a cultivator of Mu Zhian's age to reach the Refining Spirit Realm, especially since he is a natural-born furnace.

At this moment, not only the elders of the ancient families, but also many people in the Yaochi Holy Land couldn't help but look at Mu Zhi'an.

At this moment, Elder Shi suddenly said, "To be honest, I came to Yaochi today for another matter, which is to ask young friend Mu what he thinks of my young lady?"

I don't even know what your young lady looks like, and you're asking me what I think? Mu Zhian smiled without saying a word.

"Once the Profound Yin Body reaches the Refining Spirit Realm, it will no longer be troubled by wind and cold like ordinary people. Although it is still weak, it is enough. On the path of cultivation, thinking of taking shortcuts by relying on a natural furnace is not a good idea," Wang Meng said with a lukewarm sarcasm.

"Elder Wang Meng speaks with righteous indignation, but you've even brought Miss Wang Ying here today. Do you dare say you didn't come for the Innate Furnace?" Another elder from an ancient aristocratic family bluntly exposed him.

"They are different in nature. Marriage should naturally take into account the feelings between the two parties, rather than being entirely about interests," Wang Meng said calmly.

"What a fine example of self-interest!" Elder Shi sneered. "Then may I ask Elder Wang Meng, have Wang Ying and young friend Mu ever known each other before?"

"Since we've never met, how can you presume to propose marriage without any regard for feelings?"

"Feelings can be cultivated over time. Our proposal is not entirely for personal gain." Wang Meng paused, glancing at Mu Zhi'an.

"Besides, you can ask Young Friend Mu about his attitude towards my young lady."

The topic suddenly shifted to Mu Zhi'an, and everyone's attention immediately fell on him.

"Go ahead and tear it up, but don't drag me into everything..." Mu Zhian glanced at the woman in the red dress sitting not far away opposite him.

She had a great figure, wearing a low-cut red dress that revealed a bit of her fair skin. She sat sideways on a tea chair, seemingly oblivious to everything, leisurely drinking tea.

However, when Elder Shi mentioned this matter, Wang Ying's gaze still drifted towards Mu Zhi'an, intentionally or unintentionally.

Mu Zhian met her gaze, and for some reason, his heart began to beat faster than usual.

"I'm sure I've seen Wang Ying somewhere before!" The thought immediately flashed through his mind.

Although he had never heard of the name 'Wang Ying' before, Mu Zhian had a sense of déjà vu about that alluring gaze.

But who exactly is it...? Mu Zhian frowned slightly, staring intently as he pondered this question.

Upon hearing this, Elder Shi of the Xuan Yin Palace immediately retorted angrily, "You brought your young lady to the Yaochi Holy Land, do you think Young Friend Mu can say he doesn't like her now?"

"Then why didn't you bring your young lady with you?" Wang Meng asked indifferently without even raising his eyelids.

The elder of Xuan Yin Palace looked furious, and his spiritual energy almost erupted.

The Holy Maiden of Xuan Yin Palace has been frail and sickly since childhood due to this special constitution, so she rarely goes out, let alone travels far.

Wang Meng's words were like hitting a nerve. If it weren't for the Azure Emperor watching from the side, Elder Shi would probably have already made a move.

Seeing that the atmosphere seemed to have suddenly become more tense, Mu Zhian was wondering if he should speak up to stop it.

Just then, he suddenly felt a slightly burning sensation emanating from a certain mark within his body.

Mu Zhian closed his eyes slightly, sensing the changes within his body.

Soon, he quietly opened his eyes.

The mark left by the Demon Queen... is reacting.

Among those present were demon cultivators from the demon realm...?

The thought flashed through Mu Zhian's mind.

Just as Mu Zhian was thinking about this, the fairy in the green dress spoke up at the right time to quiet everyone down.

Then, a voice as melodious as heavenly music drifted lightly from the Jade Pool: "Mu Zhi'an once saved my life."

Upon hearing this, one of the youths who had come with the clan elders to pay their respects to the Azure Emperor couldn't help but exclaim, "How could a cultivator at the Refining Spirit Realm possibly save a senior?!"

At this point, she looked at Mu Zhian with even greater disbelief.

The fairy in the green dress merely glanced at the boy indifferently, without offering a reply.

The elder behind the boy grabbed his shoulder and pulled him behind him. Then he clasped his hands in a fist salute to the Azure Emperor and said, "My young master is ignorant. I hope the Azure Emperor will forgive him."

Although it is unknown how a mere cultivator at the Refining Spirit Realm managed to rescue the Azure Emperor, asking this question now would be tantamount to questioning whether the Azure Emperor was lying.

Many of the disciples from these ancient aristocratic families are arrogant to the core. In their view, even a Void Returning Realm cultivator might not be able to help the Azure Emperor, let alone Mu Zhi'an, a Refining Spirit Realm cultivator.

However, the Azure Emperor would never lie... at least not about something like this.

This also means that Mu Zhian really did save the Azure Emperor's life.

This is a great favor. In the future, after the Azure Emperor obtains the Heavenly Phoenix Fruit and condenses the cauldron, no one in the Eastern Continent will dare to lay a hand on Mu Zhi'an.

Similarly, Mu Zhian in the future is also tied to the chariot of Yaochi Holy Land.

Thinking of this, some of the old monsters looked at Mu Zhian with a newfound fervor.

At this moment, the fairy in the green dress spoke again: "Mu Zhian told me before that he has no plans to find a Daoist partner for the time being, so there is no need to mention this matter again."

"I didn't... I didn't..." Mu Zhi'an thought to himself, but his expression remained calm as he scanned the elders of the ancient families and the talented young men and women around them.

Previously, when he came to Yaochi, the demon realm mark did not react at all, but now it has reacted.

This also means that there are demon cultivators among these ancient families.

If that's the case, then who is it...?

Also, did the Azure Emperor notice this as well?

Mu Zhian didn't know, and judging from the Azure Emperor's current expression, he couldn't tell anything either.

This fairy was pleasing to the eye, and her skin was even covered with a mesmerizing silver glow, making her seem quite approachable.

However, in reality, the fairy in the green dress is still quite cunning.

And surprisingly, he's a bit domineering.

She only likes to cheat on others, but doesn't like to be cheated on...

Mu Zhian didn't know if this was a good thing or not. If he only had the fairy in the green dress as his Daoist partner, it wouldn't matter. However, he had more than one Daoist partner by his side.

No, he only has one Daoist partner, but he also has two close younger sisters, and one close older sister and one senior sister...

And recently, my close younger sister seems to be showing signs of turning to the dark side...

Just as Mu Zhian was worrying about how to proceed, the fairy in the green dress suddenly smiled brightly and continued, "Of course, if he takes a fancy to a girl later, I will not stop him."

After these words were spoken, even the elders of these ancient families could not say anything more and could only agree.