But she was unwilling to stay in this mansion, to be manipulated by them, nor did she want to remain within their control!
"Where do you want me to go?"
"Second Miss, you don't need to worry. We only need to ensure your safety. We will try our best to satisfy your other requests!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan fell silent.
She knew that if she refused, they would likely never let her go.
Therefore, in the end, she chose to compromise!
No matter what, it was better than staying in this dreadful place. It was better to endure the humiliation for now, wait for the Holy Lord's arrival, and then take revenge on Yun Lang!
Thinking of this, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan gritted her teeth and stepped into the carriage.
Sitting inside the carriage, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan gazed around with icy eyes.
The carriage was luxuriously, comfortably, and exquisitely decorated.
A large crystal glass was inlaid into the carriage wall, through which the surroundings could be seen with perfect clarity.
The furnishings inside were extremely simple, with no silk brocades, no sandalwood chairs, and not even a single corner of a table.
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan frowned as she observed the carriage's interior.
These people were truly stingy, treating the carriage like a mere inn.
However, it was understandable, as this was the territory of the Holy Capital, and the people of the Holy Moon Empire would hardly care about such trivialities.
Thinking thus, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan suddenly felt a pang of sadness.
Her status was so lowly that she couldn't even afford a carriage.
This ignited a strong sense of hatred in Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's heart.
"Second Miss, we've arrived!"
Just as Xuan Yuan Zi Yan was lost in thought, a gentle voice reached her ears.
The voice was like a clear spring, pleasant to listen to.
"Mm!" Xuan Yuan Zi Yan hummed softly.
She then lifted the curtain and peered outside.
"Second Miss, your room is on the third floor. I will assign someone to serve you. I hope you will cooperate!"
"Understood!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan replied indifferently, "You may leave now!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan looked around. The luxurious carriage had stopped outside the Holy Lord's mansion. A line of guards stood at attention, their gazes sharp, appearing like statues.
Their attire was also exceptionally meticulous; they were not ordinary servants but guards.
On their chests was embroidered a blooming Manjusaka, the exclusive emblem of the Holy Lord's mansion, signifying status!
Despite their simple clothing, their demeanor was noble and elegant, resembling the guards of a wealthy family.
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan inwardly cursed them as bumpkins!
However, she quickly suppressed her emotions, her face adopting a serene expression.
She took out a jade box from her embrace, handed it to the black-robed man driving the carriage, and said, "This contains five thousand gold coins. Please be sure to deliver it to Yun Lang!"
"Yes!"
The black-robed man replied, took a gold coin from the jade box, placed it on the counter inside the carriage, then covered the carriage curtain and left with the others.
The carriage slowly set off.
Watching the scenery blur past the window, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan felt a surge of disgust.
If it weren't for revenge, she would never condescend to stay in such a place.
She, a dignified Saintess, had been reduced to serving others like a maid, subject to their control!
She, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan, would never yield to these people!
Meanwhile.
It had been a full year since Xuan Yuan Zi Yan had left the Holy Moon Empire.
During this time, she had spent her days learning alchemy and wandering the streets.
She vowed that she would establish her own power in the Holy City, making her name resound throughout the entire continent!
Unknowingly, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan had transformed from a delicate young lady into a decisive and formidable maiden.
Her life during this period had been quite pleasant.
Moreover, her medical skills had improved considerably.
She had become a Saint King level alchemist and already possessed some influence in the Holy City. Coupled with her natural beauty and cultivation, suitors flocked to her.
However, due to Yun Lang, her marriage had been consistently postponed.
Her cultivation had broken through to Spirit Saint, but it remained stagnant at the peak of Spirit Venerable, unable to reach Emperor!
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan knew that all of this was inextricably linked to Yun Lang.
He had exploited her feelings for him, constantly pressuring and forcing her, driving her to become more outstanding and powerful.
But Xuan Yuan Zi Yan was not a pushover to be bullied.
She would one day surpass him, making him kneel at her feet.
Her goal was to become the wealthiest woman on the entire Vast Continent, the public enemy of all in the Sacred Domain!
"Second Miss, you've arrived!"
A guard respectfully addressed Xuan Yuan Zi Yan.
Hearing this, Xuan Yuan Zi Yan raised her head slightly and saw an exquisite mansion standing before her.
The mansion was guarded all around, with several armored guards at the entrance.
The plaque above the mansion's entrance bore the three large, gilded characters: "Holy King's Mansion."
"Let's go!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan said, pushing open the door.
This was Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's first time here.
As she approached the courtyard entrance, two guards blocked her path. "Second Miss, our master dislikes strangers entering his private residence. We hope you won't make things difficult for us!"
Hearing this, a surge of anger rose within Xuan Yuan Zi Yan.
Damn Yun Lang, he wouldn't even let her into her own private residence!
She was the fiancée of the Holy King, wasn't she?
And this mansion was personally designated by the Holy King. As his fiancée, why was she being denied entry?
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan took a deep breath, forcefully suppressing her anger, and asked calmly, "I'm here to see Yun Lang!"
As soon as Xuan Yuan Zi Yan spoke, the two guards exchanged glances.
"Second Miss, our master has ordered that anyone who wishes to see him be turned away!"
"In that case, I will have to force my way in!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan sneered and prepared to barge through.
Seeing this, the two guards immediately moved to intercept her.
"If you dare lay a finger on me, Yun Lang will not spare you!" Xuan Yuan Zi Yan roared, her palm gathering spiritual energy as she struck one of them.
Bang!
The guard was repelled by her palm, crashing into two other guards behind him!
Seeing this, the corners of Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's mouth curved into a cruel smile.
At this sight, the two guards panicked.
One of them quickly ran into the mansion, shouting, "Help! Second Miss is forcing her way in!"
Before long, the two guards returned with a contingent of warriors.
Seeing this, a flicker of disdain crossed Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's face. "Mere ants!"
"Second Miss, we are acting under orders. Please leave quickly to avoid harming innocents!"
Upon hearing this, a hint of mockery appeared on Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's face. "Do you think anyone in the Holy Lord's mansion would dare to lay a hand on me?"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan said, stomping her foot, and charged towards the two guards!
Seeing this, the two guards retreated in alarm.
"Get lost!"
Xuan Yuan Zi Yan bellowed, her palms striking out simultaneously. The two guards were instantly sent flying, landing on the ground.
"Let's see who dares to stop me!" Xuan Yuan Zi Yan sneered, then strode towards the mansion.
Inside the Holy Lord's mansion.
"What are you doing? Since when has the Holy Lord's mansion allowed unauthorized entry!"
At this moment, an enraged roar came from behind Xuan Yuan Zi Yan.
Hearing this voice, the corners of Xuan Yuan Zi Yan's mouth couldn't help but curve into a cold smile.
Yun Lang!