An incense stick later.
The formation was complete, and the spiritual energy within the Zhen Guo Gong Manor was thousands of times stronger than before.
"This..."
The First Elder looked at the formation's core with great emotion. "With this formation, our Feng family disciples will cultivate much faster than before!"
The Second Elder, as if afraid he had misread, specifically rubbed his eyes. "I'm not mistaken! Our Feng family actually possesses such a powerful formation!"
All members of the Feng family were filled with excitement.
Spiritual energy was the key to cultivation. Cultivating in an area rich in spiritual energy would yield twice the results with half the effort, and the speed would be much faster.
At the same time, Feng Ninghe withdrew her hand, her complexion slightly pale, with a fine sheen of sweat on her forehead.
After entering the Nascent Soul stage, her mental power had become much stronger, but setting up such a large formation had consumed a considerable amount of her spiritual energy.
Feng Ninghe casually took out a bottle of pills and swallowed them, her body's depleted spiritual energy slightly recovering.
Xiao Zhao quickly returned to her shoulder, its plump body rubbing against her freely, occasionally muttering.
Master, these unsophisticated things are only now realizing how amazing you are!
Feng Ninghe smiled and calmly raised her eyes to scan the crowd outside the courtyard.
Several elders hurried over and quickly reached her.
The Second Elder's eyes darted around her, as if searching for treasure. "Ning girl, you can also set up formations! This formation is not only large, but its ability to gather spiritual energy is thousands of times stronger than ordinary formations!"
Feng Ninghe pointed to the formation and softly explained, "This formation can not only gather spiritual energy but also defend and protect the manor. Simply inject spiritual energy into the formation's core to activate the defense. Once activated, outsiders cannot enter the formation, and you cannot leave. Placing spirit stones in the formation's core will maintain the formation."
These words made the elders' eyes shine.
Initially, they had thought this was just an ordinary formation for gathering spiritual energy, but they never expected it to also protect the manor.
The Fourth Elder, with trembling hands, gently patted her shoulder. "Eldest Miss, you are a rare thousand-year genius of the Feng family. With you, in time, our Feng family will not only gain fame in the Li Kingdom but may even aspire to fame in Jinling!"
Looking at the excited crowd, Feng Ninghe smiled dismissively. "Since I intend to return to Jinling and the date is uncertain, I will naturally do my best to contribute to the Feng family."
The Feng family elders were willing to bestow their clan's treasure upon her for protection.
It was only natural for her to set up a formation to protect the Feng family.
The First Elder's expression suddenly turned solemn. "Ning girl, you must promise me that you will return alive!"
Seeing Feng Ninghe's exceptional abilities, the First Elder's eyes were filled with reluctance.
Such a heavenly talent, if properly honed, could become a pillar of strength. Who knew what dangers she would face on her journey to Jinling.
Feng Ninghe nodded without hesitation. "My life is hard-earned, and not everyone can take it."
She still had many things to do; how could she perish in Jinling?
The younger generation of the Feng family looked at her with adoration, their eyes sparkling.
At this moment, the truth behind Di Wenbin's death seemed less important.
If Feng Ninghe had truly killed Di Wenbin, why would she be so insistent on going to Jinling to handle the matter?
Her casual placement of a formation could kill Di Wenbin without a trace. If she had truly wanted to kill him, she would have left no evidence. There must be some hidden motive.
In the Li Kingdom, within an elegant courtyard.
Axi was packing his luggage.
Si Xinxin put down the book she was reading, her head drooping slightly with melancholy. "Daddy, are we returning to Xiyou Continent?"
Once back in Xiyou Continent, it would not be so easy to see Mother again.
Not far away, Si Jianye's slender fingertips held a cup of tea. He slightly raised his head and turned his gaze to Si Xinxin. "We are not returning for now. Your mother is going to Jinling, and so will we."
Su Hongxiu harbored malicious intentions, even suggesting she accompany Feng Ninghe to Jinling.
How could he stand by and watch Su Hongxiu send Feng Ninghe to Jinling?
He had to follow her this time.
Si Xinxin's eyes instantly lit up, her innocent face beaming with smiles. "That's wonderful! I haven't seen Mother for a few days, and I miss her dearly! I've wanted to see Mother for a long time!"
Looking at the overjoyed Si Xinxin before him, Si Jianye's eyes flickered, and he deliberately lowered his voice. "Xinxin, besides us, there is also someone who intends to poach your mother. He wants to steal your mother away."
The moment the male voice fell, Si Xinxin's eyes widened, and the pair of cute little tufts on her head instantly stood on end, her small face tensing. "Who wants to steal my mother!"
Si Xinxin's reaction was as Si Jianye expected.
He subtly curled his lips, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes. "You will know when the time comes. Xinxin, you finally found your mother; don't let her run away."
With Xinxin present, many things could be accomplished without him having to act.
Si Xinxin nodded earnestly, her face solemn. "Don't worry, Daddy, I won't let Mother run away!"
Three days passed in a flash.
During these days, Feng Ninghe had been refining pills in her room.
As the sky began to lighten, she got up and pushed open the door.
Feng Xing and Bai Niannian were already prepared and waiting for departure.
Looking at the two before her, Feng Ninghe casually took out several bottles of meticulously refined pills. "These are all I've refined these past few days. Keep them for self-defense.
Especially these few bottles; if you throw them on the ground, they will create dense smoke all around, and the effect will last for a long time. However, they are not much against powerful cultivators, so you must act quickly."
The two quickly put away the pills.
Feng Ninghe then took out more bottles and jars, continuously introducing them.
If you can't win, use these carefully crafted medicines. At least escaping will not be a problem.
"Eldest Miss, take me with you."
Chi Xia volunteered, her face filled with eagerness. "You will always need someone to serve you. With me here, I can attend to you."
Looking at the little girl with burning enthusiasm before her, Feng Ninghe smiled and gently refused. "Jinling is fraught with danger. Even I cannot guarantee my own safety, so why should I take you to your death? You just need to take good care of Shi Wan and wait for my return."
Bai Niannian did not forget to chime in. "Chi Xia, Feng Jie is well taken care of by us. We will look after her. If the enemy uses you as a hostage, it will only be a burden to us."
Chi Xia was not unreasonable. After weighing the pros and cons in her heart, she finally nodded. "If that's the case, then I will patiently wait for Eldest Miss's return in the manor!"
Afterward, Chi Xia did not forget to take out the pastries she had prepared earlier and offered them. "Eldest Miss, these pastries are all made by my own hands. Please keep them."
Feng Ninghe's smile brightened, and she accepted them with composure.
At the entrance of the Zhen Guo Gong Manor.
The Feng family members had gathered, all craning their necks in anticipation.
Feng Ninghe's appearance caused them to surge forward.
Feng Xiaoru held out two bottles of fruit wine. "Eldest Miss, this is some fruit wine I brewed myself. It tastes very good. Please try it. I will bring you more fruit wine when you return safely."