In the Dragon Sun Imperial City, within the Thunder King's Mansion.
After settling in, Ye Xuan brought Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong to a hall.
The place was silent.
Mo Xuanyou observed their surroundings, feeling as if in a dream. However, upon deeper thought, she sensed something amiss. "Master, the attitude of the Dragon Sun Emperor felt rather peculiar."
"Indeed," Dongfang Qingkong also frowned slightly. "As an esteemed guest of the Dragon Sun Empire, even with the Sky-Breaking Thunder King's Thunder Spear, such generous rewards seem excessive."
"Furthermore, such a bestowal would surely attract the attention of major factions, placing Master in the limelight."
"Residing in the Thunder King's Mansion might... not be a good thing."
Listening to his two disciples, Ye Xuan smiled faintly. "You've both noticed it as well."
"Your guess is correct."
Ye Xuan understood the situation clearly, chuckling inwardly. "The Dragon Sun Emperor wants me to reside in the Thunder King's Mansion to draw everyone's attention. In his eyes, I am likely a pawn to stir up the Dragon Sun Imperial City."
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Mo Xuanyou and the other disciple were speechless.
"Master, you knew?"
"Then why... agree?"
Hearing their master's words, Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong exchanged bewildered glances, completely unable to fathom their master's intentions.
"Why not agree?"
Ye Xuan smiled faintly, unconcerned. "Since ancient times, a general's success is built on the bones of countless soldiers. Which powerful being hasn't grown stronger by stepping over innumerable corpses?"
"If the heart knows no fear, then there is nothing to be afraid of."
Listening to their master's words, the two disciples couldn't help but recall their master's defying pagoda. Even if they were to consider the worst-case scenario, they would not be in mortal danger, clearly placing them in an invincible position.
"Then... Master, what should we do next?"
Dongfang Qingkong, once again impressed by her master, asked humbly with anticipation.
"It's very simple."
Looking at the imposing and majestic Thunder King's Mansion, Ye Xuan's lips curved. "Observe the situation."
"The Dragon Sun Emperor has set up such a scheme, implying he least wishes for us to be in danger. Therefore, within the Thunder King's Mansion is the safest choice."
*Knock, knock~*
Just then, a knocking sound echoed, followed by a melodious, bell-like voice. "Sir, may I come in?"
"Oh?"
Hearing the sudden voice, Ye Xuan smiled faintly. "Come in."
Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong exchanged glances. Though they hadn't seen her, judging by her voice alone, she must be a peerlessly beautiful woman.
As expected!
Beyond the hall door, a maiden in a crimson gown, adorned with a hair clip, appeared. The sheer visual impact stunned Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong. This woman... was too divine to be of this world.
Entering the hall, the red-gowned maiden knelt on the ground with a thud.
"Little Xue thanks Sir for saving my life!"
Her pleasant voice resonated again, exuding an incredibly healing aura. If something were to happen with her, one would be willing to live ten years less.
Wait!
Saving her life???
Hearing the red-gowned maiden's words, Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong suddenly recalled something. They then looked back at the red-gowned maiden, their eyes bulging, and noticed the complete absence of any aura from her body.
Could it be?
"Master... she's that little beggar from just now!!!"
Shock, surprise, disbelief.
A multitude of emotions surged from their hearts simultaneously.
"Rise."
Seeing the calamity-level red-gowned maiden, Ye Xuan smiled faintly. Her beauty was truly unparalleled, sufficient to be his daughter-in-law in the future.
Ye Xuan mused, wondering how Bing Xiaoxue would react if she knew of her savior's intentions.
"Thank you, benefactor!!"
Bing Xiaoxue gracefully rose from the ground, her cheeks slightly flushed, feeling the gaze of her benefactor's two disciples.
"Little girl."
Looking at the maiden before him, Ye Xuan's lips curled. "Would you be willing to become my disciple?"
His casual words, especially the doting gaze, made Bing Xiaoxue's heart flutter. This feeling was so warm.
Mo Xuanyou and the other disciple listened in utter astonishment.
What the heck?
Master wants to take this beautiful little sister as a disciple? Is this true? If so, that would be wonderful. It would mean they would have a feast for their eyes from now on.
"Ah? I, this!?"
Bing Xiaoxue was clearly taken aback by her benefactor's words. "Benefactor, I..."
"I am just an ordinary person. My father and the others said I could not cultivate since childhood. I..."
As she spoke, Bing Xiaoxue's face filled with dejection, clearly recalling the massacre of her entire clan.
"Cannot cultivate?"
Hearing Bing Xiaoxue's words and seeing her dejected expression, Ye Xuan asked, "Who says you cannot cultivate?"
Mm!
Hearing her benefactor's words, Bing Xiaoxue came back to her senses. Her beautiful large eyes fixed on her benefactor. Was she dreaming? Her benefactor said she... could cultivate!!
"Is it true!!!"
Hearing her benefactor's words, Bing Xiaoxue's heart leaped. The excitement and anticipation within her reached its peak at that moment.
Her beautiful eyes stared intently at her savior, not blinking, looking incredibly captivating.
*Gulp~*
Watching this scene, Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong were stunned. Oh my heavens, how could such a beautiful girl exist in the world? It's over. It seems they've fallen in love at first sight, what should they do?
"Of course, it's true. How about it?"
Seeing Bing Xiaoxue's appearance, Ye Xuan's face was full of smiles. Looking at Bing Xiaoxue, Ye Xuan seemed to see the appearance of his own three little ones when they grew up.
"Master, above me, please accept this disciple's bow!"
Bing Xiaoxue did not hesitate. She knelt down again, but this time she performed the grand ritual of apprenticeship. In her crimson gown, her pretty face was filled with excitement as she knelt. Her endearing appearance would surely cause many outsiders to shout with swords in hand: Let go of that girl, let me do it!
"Hehe, good!"
At this moment, Ye Xuan was happier than if he had accepted Mo Xuanyou and Dongfang Qingkong combined. His face was even creased with smiles. Watching this scene, Mo Xuanyou and the other disciple secretly muttered, could Master have any ulterior motives for Junior Sister?
Of course, if their thoughts were known to Ye Xuan, he might even doubt his own identity after being thrashed. What ulterior motives?
However!
It wasn't their fault for thinking this way. After all, their Junior Sister was so beautiful and adorable. It wasn't strange to have such thoughts.
After a brief exchange.
Ye Xuan looked at his fifth disciple again, a smile involuntarily appearing on his lips, his expression becoming solemn. "The reason why your family concluded that you could not cultivate is because you possess a rare bloodline!"
"This bloodline is the ancient Ice Mark Bloodline, one of the strongest bloodlines of the ancient era. Your future achievements may well surpass those of your senior brothers and sisters."
"Now, I will help you activate your bloodline."
Bing Xiaoxue, "!!!"
"Master, are you... telling the truth!!"
Bing Xiaoxue's beautiful eyes were filled with excitement. If this were true, would she have hope of avenging her clan? Seeing their master's expression, Mo Xuanyou and the other disciple exchanged glances. Holy cow, is it true or not? Master... is he tricking them??