It turns out, they were the main characters.

Even a fool could easily understand the meaning behind those words, and Mu Zhian naturally understood the meaning behind Luo Tan's words as well.

However, he always felt that something was not quite right.

Given Luo Tan's background, it's impossible that he hadn't seen a naturally born furnace-like physique before.

But Luo Tan was extremely fond of him...

It seems she has guessed that the spiritual energy within her cauldron is not from the Nine Provinces...

Mu Zhian took a sip of tea without making a sound, and took the opportunity to secretly observe her a few more times.

Although it was just a wisp of spiritual consciousness, the woman in front of him at this moment looked no different from a normal woman.

No, the only difference is that although her clothes aren't revealing, they always give off a slightly suggestive vibe.

She exuded a faint, sweet fragrance, her snow-white dress hugging her slender and graceful figure, her long, jade-like legs encased in black stockings. At this moment, she seemed to be lazily resting her chin on her hand, her smile bright and radiant.

Her long, wavy hair was loose, her delicate face was adorned with light makeup, and her rosy lips were moistened with tea, making them look luscious and tempting.

Hmm, her figure is similar to that of the Azure Emperor, and her looks are probably a 9 out of 10. Most importantly, she's wearing black stockings!

"Actually, I'm not that kind of casual person."

Mu Zhian said reservedly, "Senior should already know about my affair with the Azure Emperor..."

That being said, it must be said that the Empress of Yuzhou's attire and appearance really appealed to Mu Zhian's taste.

Her skin was as white as snow, and she was wearing a white dress with black stockings... I'll let Ruoxi try it next time.

Among the girls Mu Zhian knows, Bai Ruoxi is the most suitable. Mengrou and his senior sister are also okay, but given their personalities, it might take some time to persuade them to play erotic games with him.

Luo Tan's beautiful eyes sparkled, and a faint smile curved her lips: "Of course I know about your affair with the Azure Emperor, but what about your encounter with the Holy Maiden of the Forbidden Zone on the alchemy platform not long ago?"

"Also, I once overheard Narcissus mentioning that you already had a Daoist partner back in Tianxuan City, didn't you?"

She stared into Mu Zhian's eyes: "Moreover, Gong Lianyue's spirit resides in her body."

This is no fun. So you did your homework and were deliberately trying to lure me in... Mu Zhian maintained his smile: "Your Majesty Luo Tan is indeed very wise. Ruoxi's body does indeed harbor Gong Lianyue's spirit."

"Actually, I'm not forcing you to make a decision right now; I'm just giving you another option."

Luo Tan smiled and said, "Although you already have a Daoist partner, if I remember correctly, the Azure Emperor also came from behind to surpass you."

Mu Zhian hesitated and said, "Why did you choose me, senior? If I am a natural furnace, you should have seen me before."

"I have seen natural furnaces several times, but I have never seen a natural furnace that can advance and even absorb the spiritual energy of the Heavenly Court for its own use."

Luo Tan raised her delicate, white fingertips and gently tapped the table. She raised her beautiful eyes, which were slightly smiling, and said, "I can't guarantee that I can help you advance to the Dao Integration stage in the future, but at least I can help you refine your spirit and return to the Void stage within a month."

Mu Zhian clearly didn't believe it: "Normally, even those chosen ones need a long time to reach the Void Refinement stage, and it also depends on their own comprehension and fortune. You can reach the Void Refinement stage in just one month... Are you serious, senior?"

"Under normal circumstances, it will naturally take several years or even decades, and everything depends on one's own opportunities."

Luo Tan said calmly, "However, young friend Mu should know what my constitution is."

She took a small sip of tea and then pushed the teacup in front of Mu Zhian.

Mu Zhian glanced at her, and at her smiling prompting, picked up his teacup and took a small sip.

Boom!

For a fleeting moment, an intense spiritual energy, so rich it seemed to reach straight to the top of his head, filled his body, causing Mu Zhian to let out a sigh of relief and pause for a second.

He slowly raised his head and stared at Luo Tan: "Your innate furnace can also directly provide me with beneficial effects?"

So this is the spiritual energy of a naturally formed furnace?

The innate furnace of the Dao Integration Realm was far more exaggerated than he had imagined.

Even a wisp of spiritual energy was enough to slightly improve his cultivation.

If it complements him...

In the past, Mu Zhian had always given away his innate spiritual energy to others, but he did not know what the spiritual energy in the furnace tasted like.

Even now, just tasting a little bit of the flavor from Luo Tan Tian Sheng Furnace is enough to make one feel as if they are about to become intoxicated by it.

Luo Tan revealed a breathtakingly beautiful smile. She wore a pair of white boots, which made her jade-like legs look exceptionally long, and her silver eyes were full of mockery.

Do you like it?

Mu Zhian remained silent for a long time before softly saying, "It would seem hypocritical of me to say that I don't like it."

After a pause, Mu Zhian continued, "However, I will not be able to go to Yuzhou with my sister for the time being. I will go there on my own after things here are over."

"Besides that, I would like to ask Sister Luo to refine a pill for me."

"Pills? What pills?" Luo Tan asked.

Mu Zhian gazed into Luo Tan's beautiful eyes and calmly said, "The Tai Xu Pill."

“I know my sister has this ability. As for the medicinal herbs, I will find a way to collect them and deliver them to you in Yuzhou.”

Luo Tan narrowed her beautiful eyes: "If I remember correctly, the Tai Xu Pill is a ninth-grade pill, and it is only effective when taken by demon cultivators... What do you need it for?"

Just as Mu Zhian was about to say something, he suddenly saw a white figure appear beside him in a blur.

She gently placed her slender, jade-like fingers on Mu Zhi'an's chest, chuckled, and said, "Never mind, if you want the Taixu Pill, I will keep an eye out for its ingredients for you."

"Thank you very much, sister. I will repay you when I go to Yuzhou in the future!" Mu Zhian said respectfully.

"I have heard countless verbal thanks from the past to the present."

Luo Tan gave a soft hum, then leaned forward, grabbing Mu Zhian's collar with one hand. Her full, firm breasts pressed lightly against his arm, and her red lips whispered in his ear, her breath sweet as orchids: "If you want to express your gratitude, come to Yuzhou sooner rather than later."

"And... remember, this is a secret between you and me."

Not long ago, this Medicine Queen of Yuzhou was still seen by the world as an empress who commanded respect without anger. However, at this moment, beneath her usually noble and beautiful appearance, she exuded a sweet and alluring aura.

Her beautiful eyes were slightly moist, and her slightly parted red lips were close to his ear. The fragrance emanating from her body filled the air, exuding an indescribable allure.

Mu Zhian swallowed slightly, staring into her eyes.

Their eyes met for a moment, then Luo Tan suddenly reached out and placed her hand on the back of Mu Zhi'an's head, then lowered her head slightly and gently pressed her lips to Mu Zhi'an's lips.

Mu Zhian's eyes slowly widened, and then he quickly sensed that the spiritual energy given by Luo Tan was gradually spreading in the cauldron within his body.

Rich and vast, filled with an intoxicating sweetness.

The spiritual energy of the innate furnace is why it captivates people so much.

The soft fragrance of her lips, her gentle breath on Mu Zhi'an's face, and her faint body scent also filled Mu Zhi'an's nostrils.

Before Mu Zhian could even savor the moment, the beauty beside him had already departed, leaving behind a fragrant trail.

She licked her lips, a sweet smile appearing on her face: "This is the first gift I'm giving you, and it's also a token of my sincerity."

Mu Zhian blinked, staring blankly at the noble and elegant beauty.

"What's wrong? Why do you look like you've never met me before?" Luo Tan glanced at Mu Zhi'an sideways, her voice clear and pleasant.

The main thing is that I'm not quite used to you taking the initiative... Mu Zhian remained silent for a moment.

Luo Tan seemed to have guessed Mu Zhian's thoughts, her beautiful eyes full of smiles as she looked at him: "See you in Yuzhou in the future."

The slender figure disappeared into the elegant room. Mu Zhian leaned back in his chair, closed his eyes slightly, and couldn't help but sigh softly.

My older sister is truly wonderful...

Mu Zhian slowly opened his palms, feeling the rich spiritual energy flowing through his body.

This is the 'gift' that Luo Tan mentioned earlier. In just a few days, he can completely transform this spiritual energy into his own spiritual energy.

After that, his cultivation level will likely rise by at least one grade.

The complementary relationship between the natural furnace and the vessel is indeed very appealing.

If this continues, even without cultivation, simply complementing each other with another natural furnace will be of great benefit to both.

Mu Zhian closed his eyes slightly, allowing his rapidly beating heart to gradually calm down.

……

Meanwhile, Luo Tan had already quietly left the pavilion and returned to the main hall where he had been staying.

The maidservant who was waiting in the hall was slightly taken aback when she saw Luo Tan's appearance: "Your Majesty... your face seems a little red, what's wrong?"

At this moment, two faint blushes were clearly visible on Luo Tan's flawless, snow-white face, a stark contrast to her usual elegant demeanor.

Could it be that Mu Zhian did something impolite...?

An absurd thought popped into the maid's mind, but she quickly shook her head, dispelling the chaotic ideas.

Luo Tan's eyes gradually calmed down. She gently shook her head and said calmly, "Don't worry about it, it's nothing serious."

The maid hesitated and said, "But your spiritual consciousness seems to have weakened considerably..."

Luo Tan said calmly, "I gave Mu Zhian a portion of spiritual energy, that's all."

"Moreover, it doesn't matter if this wisp of spiritual consciousness dissipates."

The maid first said "oh," then suddenly paused, staring blankly at the elegant empress before her.

"He bestowed spiritual energy upon Mu Zhian...?"

Her Majesty is a natural vessel for spiritual energy; what she meant by bestowing spiritual energy upon others is surely...

"You should step back and prepare. We'll be leaving Dongzhou tomorrow." Luo Tan seemed oblivious, her eyes slightly lowered as she pondered the events of the day.

Regardless of where Mu Zhian obtained the Heavenly Court's spiritual energy, the most important reason why she values ​​Mu Zhian so much and even took the initiative to invite him today is that she sees potential in him.

The possibility of a breakthrough.

The Dao Integration Realm is already the limit for cultivators; taking another step forward is not something that can be achieved through one's own cultivation.

Because this body is still within the universe, it is bound by the rules. To break free from these constraints, ordinary cultivation methods are naturally ineffective.

But if one is born as a furnace or cauldron... then perhaps things will be different.

Mu Zhian's innate furnace is particularly special because it can continuously advance in rank...

The Refining Spirit Realm can provide assistance to the Returning to Emptiness Realm. What if one were to advance to the Enlightenment Realm or even the Harmony Realm in the future?

The Azure Emperor is indeed the Azure Emperor. Many people always question the Azure Emperor's judgment, and even disagree with why, among fellow cultivators at the Refining Spirit Realm, the Azure Emperor chose him...

However, judging from the current facts, the Azure Emperor's judgment was not bad...

When Luo Tan thought of this, she couldn't help but sigh softly.