Covering the Sky: The Years I Was the Empress's Strictest Master

"That's natural..."

Tan Lin said calmly:

"If you have the courage, why not relax now and let me examine the foundation of the 'Salvation Technique' imprint in your soul? That way, I can 'prescribe the right medicine'."

Upon hearing this, Shao Hanyun hesitated for a moment.

Perhaps it was her confidence in her cultivation level, or perhaps she had some countermeasures, but then she actually showed great courage, slowly closing her eyes and relaxing her mental defenses.

Such a move would undoubtedly be a huge risk for cultivators.

Upon seeing this, a rare hint of appreciation appeared in Tan Lin's eyes. He then extended his index finger and gently touched the other person's smooth forehead.

hum...

A wisp of his divine sense slowly probed in.

However, he quickly withdrew his finger, his brows furrowing slightly.

This "Scripture of Salvation" is indeed quite remarkable; I fear the original text may have truly originated from some forbidden realm.

Although what the Beidou Divine Cult possesses now is only a fragment, it is still astonishing, considering that he has only awakened a portion of his past life's wisdom.

"how?"

Shao Hanyun opened her eyes and asked somewhat nervously.

"It's a bit troublesome, but not unsolvable."

Tan Lin pondered for a moment and said:

"This technique is rooted in the very essence of your soul, and is even intertwined with your bloodline. Forcibly breaking it might damage your foundation."

It requires a gradual approach, or the gradual erosion of control through special methods, while creating the illusion that control remains in place.

I can first send you an excerpt from an ancient scripture that can calm the mind, soothe the spirit, and solidify one's foundation.

Your daily recitation can help you maintain a clear mind, resist the erosion of mystical arts, and slowly nourish your spirit damaged by the mark, thereby strengthening it to completely rival it.

Once my cultivation advances further, I will find a way to eradicate it from your body...

Actually, perhaps it won't even take that day. Once you refine that Seven-Colored Treasure Tree and combine it with the ancient scriptures, it will resolve itself..."

As he spoke, Tan Lin pointed his fingers like a sword, and a point of golden light entered Shao Hanyun's brow.

It was an exceptionally profound passage of scripture, one of the fragments of his lingering wisdom that his soul had recalled after being stimulated by the Daoist aura of the damaged stele.

He guessed that it was some kind of ancient method left behind by his predecessors in his previous life, a method for nourishing the soul. Although it did not involve the fundamental Dao, it was quite effective in dealing with the erosion of the "Salvation Technique".

Wow!

As Tan Lin pointed again, Shao Hanyun felt a cool sensation surge into her soul.

The restlessness and sense of constraint caused by the long-term shackles and imprints of the "Salvation Technique" on the depths of her mind were actually lessened a little!

At that moment, she was deeply shocked, and even the way she looked at Tan Lin changed completely.

A genuine gleam appeared in her eyes.

But once bitten, twice shy.

Given the precedent set by the Northern Divine Sect, which took advantage of her recent death after a member of their clan passed away and her still being young and inexperienced in the ways of the world, to meticulously plot her downfall and imprison her, the sect should take this opportunity.

Upon receiving the scriptures, she did not immediately recite them. Instead, she carefully examined each word and phrase before she felt at ease.

"This method is indeed effective!"

A moment later, after reciting the scripture once, she could not hide her excitement.

"This is just a stopgap measure."

Tan Lin said calmly:

"Fairy, please remember that before you are completely free from control, you must remain careful in your disguise within the Northern Dipper Cult and not reveal any flaws..."

Now that we are collaborating, you can use the guise of "exchanging insights on inscriptions" to pass on the fragmented map and stele to me in the future.

As for what happened between you and me in the pavilion today…

As he spoke, his gaze swept over Shao Hanyun's slightly disheveled clothes and her alluring face flushed with excitement, his expression suggestive.

Shao Hanyun instantly understood, and two genuine blushes rose on her face.

However, this time she seemed less deliberate and more genuinely embarrassed and annoyed.

She bit her red lips and hummed softly:

"I know these things without you having to teach me. After we leave this place, I will tell everyone that we had a very pleasant conversation."

I admire you quite a bit, and you also have feelings for me...

I've gained some insights from studying the inscription, but I need to discuss and refine them further in the future..."

She was very satisfied with her explanation, as it both satisfied the Beidou Cult and paved the way for future interactions.

Now that the two have formed an alliance, although she is under Tan Lin's control, she will no longer act.

Knowing that the other party was not interested in her, she couldn't help but restrain herself from the constant temptations she had shown to the young men.

She no longer addressed Tan Lin as "Young Master," and accepted the scripture excerpt he imparted to her with a clear conscience.

Tan Lin noticed her subtle change but didn't pay it any mind. He simply commented on her explanation and added some extra information.

"The secret you hold is probably quite significant..."

Suddenly, Shao Hanyun interjected.

Tan Lin chuckled, unconcerned.

"I cannot say that I know all the secrets about the fairy."

But then again, who in this world doesn't have a few secrets?

Those people you think you can see through at a glance may also be hiding secrets that you wouldn't expect..."

"That's true..."

Shao Hanyun nodded slightly, agreeing with what the other person said.

Neither side explored the matter further, leaving it at that.

Before we knew it.

Inside the Phoenix Pavilion, the atmosphere shifted from its previous erotic and tense state to a slightly strangely harmonious one.

Shao Hanyun dropped her pretense, revealing her true nature, and had a final conversation with Tan Lin.

Outside the pavilion.

Chi Xuan and Chi Yao continued to wait silently.

The former was secretly anxious, but had no way to help, completely unaware of what had happened inside or what changes had occurred in the end.

The latter has gradually realized that his sister's actions at the meeting were likely not out of manipulation, but rather because she had developed feelings for that cousin.

In addition, or perhaps due to some other factors, she kept the scene she had just discovered buried deep in her heart and never revealed it to Chi Xuan.

I don't know how much time passed.

crunch...

Under the watchful eyes of a pair of twin lotus blossoms in the forest, the heavy, crimson wooden door of Qihuang Pavilion finally slid open slowly.

First, a sliver of sunlight pierced through, and then two figures walked out side by side with composure.

Swish!

Upon seeing the two of them emerge, both Chi Yao and Chi Xuan's gazes fell upon Tan Lin.

The handsome young man was still wearing that moon-white brocade robe, spotless.

His expression was calm, his eyes deep and unfathomable, as if he had just engaged in an ordinary tea tasting session in the pavilion.

Instead of spending nearly an hour alone with a stunningly beautiful demoness at the Dao-Slaying level.

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Chapter 139 Shao Hanyun: Little girl, you're still too green.

Da...da...

Beside Tan Lin, the crisp sound of the demonic divine light shoes' fine heels touching the ground echoed through the forest.

Shao Hanyun was dressed in a bright red outfit, with silver hair flowing like a waterfall, and her dark golden eyes shimmering with an eerie light in the sunlight.

Unlike her imposing presence when she entered, her brows now held less sharpness and more of an indescribable...

If I had to describe it, it would be a kind of languidness after all the sharpness has been restrained, and a hint of barely perceptible satisfaction.

A faint, natural blush seemed to linger on her cheeks, not intentionally applied, but rather adding to her breathtaking beauty.

As they walked, she, with her radiant eyes, chatted and laughed with Tan Lin.

They seemed like old friends who had known each other for many years, or like a perfect couple, with a subtle feeling permeating the air.

In the woods, Chi Xuan noticed this scene, and her heart seemed to be suddenly gripped.

The two people in sight finally stood side by side on the stone steps in front of the Qihuang Pavilion.

The midday sun cast long shadows of them, one tall and serene, the other alluring and stunning, creating a strange sense of harmony.

"Look! It's the indestructible golden body and Fairy Shao!"

"They're out?!"

"They're out!"

"..."

"He was born into a very good family. If he didn't have an indestructible golden body, how could he have won the favor of Fairy Shao and been invited to study the ancient stele together?"

"Are they really just trying to comprehend the monument...?"

Swish!

Almost the instant the doors of Qihuang Pavilion opened,

The many young prodigies who had been watching this place from the outside of the Appreciation Pavilion and whispering among themselves all turned their gazes toward it.

Immediately afterwards, some other divine senses subtly swept over them, trying to discern some clues from the two individuals.

However, as these divine senses approached, they were all shattered by Shao Hanyun's cold snort.

"hiss……"

In an instant, some cultivators in the corners felt their sea of ​​consciousness and their immortal platforms tremble, and they gasped in shock, clearly suffering a severe backlash.

"Ha! This demoness's strength is even more unfathomable than the rumors suggest..."

clatter……

In front of Qihuang Pavilion, as the couple stepped into the woods, Chi Xuan could no longer contain herself.

Her figure flashed, like a light, pale yellow butterfly, instantly darting from under the maple tree a hundred feet away to stand in front of Tan Lin.

"Brother Tan Lin! Are you...are you alright?"

She tilted her pretty face slightly upward, her bright eyes filled with undisguised concern and nervousness as she looked Tan Lin up and down, as if trying to find any fault with him.

As she spoke, her gaze lingered carefully on Tan Lin's face and body.

She then glanced warily out of the corner of her eye at Shao Hanyun, who was sitting languidly beside Tan Lin, and unconsciously pouted, her lips showing obvious jealousy and dissatisfaction.

In contrast, Chi Yao's steps were much more steady.

She moved with light, graceful steps, seemingly unhurried, yet she arrived almost simultaneously with her sister.

Her clear, bright eyes lingered on Tan Lin for a moment, confirming that he was "unharmed,"

The subtle worry that had been lurking deep in his eyes quietly faded away, replaced by a sense of appreciation...

This fellow disciple's resolve is indeed steadfast. Even with such temptation from that enchantress, he remained steadfast and unmoved, which is truly remarkable.

As her thoughts wandered, Chi Yao's gaze fell upon Shao Hanyun.

In stark contrast to her sister's undisguised wariness,