It turns out, they were the main characters.

The so-called bathing refers to a medicinal bath, which allows the spiritual energy in his cauldron to recover more quickly.

"What does the previous generation of demon cultivators have to do with going to the library...?" Wei Mengrou looked at Mu Zhian with suspicion in her eyes.

"Before the fairy sister left, she personally set up an array in Yaochi. Now, no one can enter Yaochi," Mu Zhian said slowly. "As for the Reincarnation Water, it is even more impossible for them to obtain it."

Obtaining the Reincarnation Water from within the forbidden zone is as difficult as ascending to heaven.

Even Mu Zhian only obtained the Reincarnation Water because he was the future son-in-law of the forbidden zone, and also because of Ye Lingxuan's persuasion and other factors.

"The elders within the sect now want to eliminate the remnants of the previous generation of demon cultivators to avoid unnecessary complications."

Mu Zhian paused for a moment, then continued, "If news suddenly spread that I possess the Heavenly Phoenix Fruit, what do you think those remnants of the previous generation of demon cultivators hiding in the shadows would plan to do?"

"You attacked me?"

Mu Zhian shook his head: "Within the sect, they can't do anything to me under the watchful eyes of so many leaders."

"So, they will change their target."

As Mu Zhian spoke, he glanced again at Wei Mengrou's long, slender legs accentuated by her thin yellow dress, and suddenly said, "Sister Mengrou, how about we make a bet?"

"What are we betting on?" Wei Mengrou saw Mu Zhian's gentle smile, but a strange wariness flickered in her eyes.

"If I can eliminate the remnants of those previous demon cultivators, you will obey one of my orders, and in return, I will obey one of your orders, how about it?" Mu Zhian asked.

Wei Mengrou hesitated for a moment and did not answer.

She always felt that her young master had ulterior motives.

"Sister Mengrou, is there no trust between us at all? Do you really think I would harm you?" Mu Zhian sighed softly.

After a brief hesitation, Wei Mengrou nodded gently and said, "Okay."

Looking at the maid in the yellow dress, whose expression was both icy and somewhat 'uneasy', Mu Zhian gave a simple smile.

"It's a word."

The plan to have the maid wear black and white stockings, cover her chest with her hands, and stare at him in humiliation... is only one step away.

Chapter 230 Ding, System Binding... Binding failed! 4K

Library.

Shaole Garden.

Yu Xuanji, the head of Tianji Peak, was sitting at the tea table, wearing a pair of exquisite embroidered shoes and dressed in luxurious clothes. From her appearance, she seemed to be in the prime of her life, with a full and voluptuous figure.

“Senior Sister Yan, your disciple was fortunate enough to be reborn this time, which is truly a stroke of good luck. But he may not be so lucky next time. It would be best to let him leave the sect less often in the future.” Yu Xuanji spoke softly with a gentle smile, gazing at the woman opposite her.

Today, Yu Xuanji, the head of Tianji Peak, led her inner disciples to visit the library. One of their purposes was to discuss the matter of Mu Zhian.

Yan Ruyu wore a loose black robe, yet it still couldn't conceal her large, firm breasts. Her skin was snow-white, and her temperament was gentle and charming.

With a touch of emotion, she said, "If I had to say, my disciple was indeed luckier this time. I will warn him to prevent similar incidents from happening again."

After saying that, Yan Ruyu changed the subject and continued, "Junior Sister came to see me today just to talk about this?"

As he said this, his gaze inadvertently drifted to the woman beside Yu Xuanji, who was wearing a red cheongsam that accentuated her slender figure.

Lan Feiying still had some impression of this sect disciple. After all, he was Lan Mulian's younger sister, so it was impossible for her not to know him.

Yu Xuanji's purpose in coming to Shaole Garden this time is probably not simply for Mu Zhi'an...

Yu Xuanji smiled gently and said, "Senior sister guessed right. I came to see you this time for two reasons. First, it's about Mu Zhian. Second, my disciple is currently at the fifth level of the Refining Spirit Realm. I've found that her previous cultivation method doesn't seem to suit her current situation. So I hope senior sister can help me evaluate it and suggest a suitable cultivation method."

Yan Ruyu may not know the books in the library by heart, but she is very familiar with most of them, as well as the characteristics of the techniques. If one could get her testing and recommendations for techniques, one could avoid many detours in future cultivation.

Generally speaking, cultivators can be classified into dozens of types, including various weapons such as swords, spears, and even hidden weapons. In addition, there are the five elements, and even a punch or a palm strike that can break all laws is a kind of 'Dao'.

Most cultivators learn whatever they like.

However, in reality, some people are not naturally suited to certain weapons, which also results in them being less powerful than others at the same level.

Lan Feiying is still young, and it's not too late for her to change and choose a path that suits her.

Of course, even if you want to make a change, you need to know what type of person you are most compatible with.

Whether it's weapons, fist techniques, palm techniques, or the Five Elements, these all need to be tested to determine which one is most compatible.

Yan Ruyu was able to detect these things.

After hearing Yu Xuanji's words, Yan Ruyu pondered for a moment, then nodded slightly: "After we resolve the matter of the previous generation of demon cultivators, let the inner disciples who have entered the sect take the test together."

This Ascension Ceremony is also very important to the Liangyi Sect. No one wants the first place in the Ascension Ceremony to be taken away by someone from another force, especially since the first place winner will receive three Emperor-level medicinal herbs.

If possible, she would like to lend a hand by conducting tests for the disciples, so that they can avoid some detours in the future.

"Senior Sister Yan is indeed sensible and considerate." Yu Xuanji made no attempt to hide her admiration.

Then, she quickly sighed again and said, "However, most of the previous generation of demon cultivators are now hiding in the shadows, so it will probably not be so easy to find them."

Upon hearing this, Yan Ruyu's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly, almost unconsciously.

The chief ministers have discussed this matter over the past two days, but no conclusion has been reached.

Not long ago, a forbidden zone was created, and the major ancient families conducted internal investigations to find traitors. Indeed, some demon cultivators were purged.

However, the chief disciples all knew that in the shadows of the Eastern Continent, there were probably still some fangs of previous generations of demon cultivators that had not been pulled out.

Although they knew this, if these previous generations of demon cultivators continued to hide in the shadows and did not come out, they really didn't have any good solutions.

Just then, a disciple suddenly walked into the hall and said, "Sect Master Yan, Mu Zhi'an is outside requesting an audience."

The two chiefs exchanged a glance, and then Yan Ruyu said, "Please invite him in."

Before long, Mu Zhian, led by his disciple, arrived at this exquisite and quiet little garden and met the mature and intellectual master of the library.

The head of Tianji Peak is also here?

And...she even brought Sister Feiying with her?

As soon as Mu Zhian stepped into the hall, he quickly noticed the people in the room. He glanced at Lan Feiying without leaving a trace and noticed that the woman winked playfully, as if she was greeting him. Mu Zhian smiled gently in return.

He then raised his hand and clasped his hands, saying, "Disciple Mu Zhian greets Pavilion Master Yan and Head Master Yu."

"Young friend Mu, it's been a long time." Yu Xuanji smiled gently, but as she secretly observed Mu Zhi'an, a hint of doubt appeared in her eyes.

The aura emanating from him is even more alluring than before... Why is that?

At the same time, Yan Ruyu had already invited Mu Zhian to sit down, and then sighed, "Not only did you not die this time, but you also turned misfortune into blessing, which can be considered a good thing."

"But don't take the risk next time; you can't be this lucky every time."

As a high-ranking member of the Liangyi Sect, he naturally knew some secrets unknown to the outside world.

For example, Mu Zhi'an consumed an eighth-grade elixir; and for another example, the relationship between Mu Zhi'an and that Azure Emperor is far closer than everyone imagines…

"Thank you for the reminder, Pavilion Master. I will be more careful after this incident."

"However... relying solely on the disciple's caution is probably far from enough." Mu Zhi'an's words were loaded with meaning.

"Speak freely," Yan Ruyu said, having naturally understood the meaning behind Mu Zhian's words.

"To be honest, a previous generation of demon cultivators approached me and asked me to deliver the Heavenly Phoenix Fruit to the first generation of demon emperor."

Both leaders were stunned for a moment, and for a brief instant even doubted whether they had misheard.

"Why would a previous generation of demon cultivators seek you out...?" Yan Ruyu frowned slightly, feeling that something was amiss.

Logically speaking, Mu Zhian is a disciple of a sect and a proper cultivator. Why did the previous generation of demon cultivators choose to seek him out instead of other people?

"In the past, I received an eighth-grade Soul Nourishing Pill from the first Demon Emperor," Mu Zhi'an said frankly.

These two chiefs, who had given him a lot of help in the past, are still trustworthy.

As for Lan Feiying, there's no need to say more. She's one of Mu Zhian's future targets. Lan Mulian is as cold as frost, while Lan Feiying is as charming as fire. These two beauties are indispensable.

"When I obtained the eighth-grade Soul Nourishing Pill, I promised the first Demon Emperor that I would obtain the Rebirth Water and the Heavenly Phoenix Fruit..." Mu Zhi'an continued.

Yan Ruyu's expression changed slightly: "You swore an oath to the first Demon Emperor?"

“He swore an oath, but not a complete one,” Mu Zhian said.

Seemingly aware of the three's doubts, Mu Zhian continued to explain, "Although I made an oath, I did not say who I would give the Heavenly Phoenix Fruit and Rebirth Water to after obtaining them."

For a fleeting moment, Yan Ruyu's gaze towards Mu Zhian seemed a little off.

Should I say that my disciple is incredibly bold, or what? He entered the grotto-heaven in the Pilgrimage Hall, not only tricked the first Demon Emperor, but also swindled an eighth-grade pill from him...?

"What about the Soul Nourishing Pill?" Yu Xuanji couldn't help but ask.

"My spiritual consciousness was damaged a few days ago, so I took it along with the Soul-Returning Pill," Mu Zhi'an replied.

"Have you grasped even a trace of the Dao?" Yan Ruyu couldn't help but ask as well.

Each time an eighth-grade elixir is taken, there is a chance to comprehend a trace of the Dao, thus gaining some of the extraordinary abilities of the Enlightenment Realm when one reaches the Returning to Emptiness Realm. At the same time, it can also extend one's lifespan, making it one of the treasures that cultivators pursue throughout their lives.

Such a treasure would even tempt the chief.

"No." Mu Zhian shook his head.

Upon hearing this, Yu Xuanji's eyes showed a hint of disappointment.

That's a bit of a waste...

In other words, after Mu Zhian took these two Rank 8 pills, they only repaired his spiritual consciousness and raised his rank by one level, without providing any other benefits.

If this gets out, it'll surely make many old monsters so angry they'll vomit blood.

It should be noted that the two ancient families that betrayed the Eastern Continent were likely taking this risk for the sake of an eighth-grade elixir.

As a result, Mu Zhian ended up consuming two Rank 8 pills all by himself, and gained nothing at all.

At this moment, Yan Ruyu looked at Mu Zhian with suspicion and said, "Your spiritual energy seems to have changed compared to before. Has something happened?"

What she actually wanted to say was that Mu Zhian's spiritual energy seemed even more alluring than before, but she was too embarrassed to ask that in front of others, so she had to use a more tactful way of asking.

Mu Zhian hesitated for a moment, then cupped his hands and said, "To be honest, although I was unable to comprehend the Dao essence within the pill, the Dao essence of that eighth-grade pill seems to have been sealed within my cauldron..."

The atmosphere in the hall seemed to freeze for a moment. Lan Feiying could see with her own eyes that something seemed to have changed in the eyes of her usually calm and composed master.

Yan Ruyu also stared at Mu Zhian with a slight hesitation, or rather, at a certain cauldron inside his body.

"The Daoist essence of two Rank 8 pills is in the cauldron...?" Yan Ruyu's tone was tinged with disbelief.

Normally, taking an eighth-grade pill only offers a slight chance of comprehending the Dao. If Mu Zhi'an were to take two eighth-grade pills and both of them grant him the Dao, the value of his innate furnace-like vessel would far exceed people's imagination...