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"Get up. When the Master asks you a question, you must answer truthfully," said Yandao Demon Lord calmly.
Xiao Rushi dared not disobey, scrambling to his feet, his handsome face as pale as Qingqinzi's. He thought carefully for a moment and slowly said, "Disciple cannot say there were no gains, but this gain has left me utterly perplexed."
"Speak."
"At first, I thought those glowing points were some kind of technique, but later I realized they were not techniques at all; they were star charts."
"Continue."
"However, I do not recall the star chart of the twenty-eight constellations being like this. No matter how I compared them, these star charts felt very unfamiliar. Moreover, there are far more than just twenty-eight; there are over two hundred in total. I am truly dull-witted; perhaps Master knows what these star charts really mean," Xiao Rushi said.
Yandao's sharp gaze lingered on Xiao Rushi for a long time before he asked, "How many can you draw?"
"I have memorized them all; I will go down and recite them now." Xiao Rushi turned to leave.
Qingqinzi could no longer hold back and called out, "Wait for me!"
Xiao Rushi suddenly turned around, "Impudent! You have no place to speak here!"
Qingqinzi's face turned ashen, her eyes revealing deep disappointment. Gradually, a chilling resentment emanated from within her body, and she began to resemble a she-wolf. She glared at Xiao Rushi, her entire being seemingly sprouting countless sharp spikes.
Then Yandao's calm voice came from the black mist, "My question is not finished yet. As Water, you stand still for now."
"Yes." Xiao Rushi returned to Qingqinzi's side but carefully maintained a three-foot distance.
The ordinary-looking eyes in the black mist suddenly became extremely fierce as they focused on Qingqinzi. Black Light flickered in his eyes, and the surrounding black mist began to churn. Yandao spoke in an extremely calm tone, "Qingqinzi, have you decided to join our Dao Sect?"
Qingqinzi hurriedly nodded. Xiao Rushi stood back beside her; although still three feet apart, this action caused all of Qingqinzi's "spikes" to disappear.
"As long as I can be with Xiao Lang, I am willing to do anything. Please grant me this, Demon Lord."
Xiao Rushi remained expressionless, but his hands moved slightly within his sleeves.
Yandao Demon Lord glanced lightly at Xiao Rushi and continued, "Is there anything else you want to tell me? I know everything about what you and my incompetent disciple have been doing. You started collaborating to cultivate death warriors a long time ago, but unfortunately, those people are all half-baked. Their cultivation methods are a mess, relying entirely on Heavenly Grain's Elixir to forcibly enhance their abilities. Now that the source of Heavenly Grain and Elixir has been cut off, those individuals will be unable to control the chaotic and impure medicinal power within six months and will fall into madness. They are nothing but useless trash. If you want to join our Dao Sect, your bargaining chips are insufficient."
Qingqinzi bit her lip and thought for a moment, "What if I have a way to get Heavenly Grain back into my hands? Then Heavenly Grain would surely belong to Dao Sect."
"Most of your Elixir is of no use to us in Dao Sect. The truly useful items are the Spiritual Root herbs from the Ancient Celestial Field, but isn't that place one you can't even access anymore? Without Heavenly Grain from the Ancient Celestial Field, I have no interest at all," Yandao Demon Lord said coldly.
"That might only be temporary; perhaps the entrance to the Ancient Celestial Field will open again soon," Qingqinzi hurriedly argued.
"I find that hard to believe," Yandao Demon Lord scoffed. "It seems you are of little use as well; we in Dao Sect do not accept useless people."
"I know many long-lost secret Ancient Pill Formulas," Qingqinzi exclaimed anxiously.
"As I said before, the Immortal Sect Elixir holds little attraction for us in Dao Sect. We do not rely on that for enhancing our powers," the figure shrouded in black mist, Yandao, looked at Qingqinzi with derision as she displayed her anxiety.
Cold sweat began to bead down Qingqinzi's back again. After thinking for a moment, she said, "I am very familiar with Penglai Sect Leader Yin Zezi. If you plan to attack Penglai, I can guide you. Right now, everyone from the Immortal Sect is unaware that I have already allied with you, so I can easily deceive them into opening the great formation..." At this point, even someone as shameless as her felt a bit embarrassed.
The corners of Xiao Rushi's mouth turned downward sharply, showing no patience to hide her disgust and contempt for the woman before her.
"Yandao Demon Lord" replied coldly, "Still not enough."
Qingqinzi deeply bowed her body, almost collapsing like a pile of mud before Yandao, nearly choking with urgency: "As long as it allows me to join Dao Sect and be with Xiao Lang, Qingqin would die without regret. Please, Demon Lord, say a word!"
"How did you know that the blood of someone without any elemental constitution can open the door to the Center Restriction?" asked Yandao Demon Lord casually.
"Many years ago, Qingqin gradually discovered the back garden of the temple. Knowing that small house was the Center Restriction of the entire Ancient Celestial Field, I just couldn't get inside. Seventeen years ago during the newcomer competition, a young man named Chu Hong suddenly claimed in front of everyone from the Immortal Sect that he had seen someone enter the black mist outside the temple. Later, after our investigation, we confirmed that indeed there was a master from your Dao Sect who went inside..." As she spoke, Qingqinzi cast a doubtful glance at Yandao Demon Lord, recalling that day’s events and comparing them with what she had heard earlier about how often he visited the Ancient Celestial Field. An uncontrollable thought surged up within her.
Could it be that the one who broke through the Misty Herbal Concealment Formation and laughed as he left was none other than the current Yandao Demon Lord! It must be him; only he possesses such power!
Startled, Qingqinzi froze; it seemed nothing could escape the notice of Yandao Demon Lord!
"Yandao" commanded sharply, "Continue!"
Qingqinzi looked fearfully at the Yandao Demon Lord in the black mist and lowered her head, saying, "We did detect the presence of someone entering the temple Restrictions outside, but they, including Xuan Xuzi, could only go that far. However, Qing Yizi and I have concealed a detail: we Heavenly Grain had already discovered the method to enter the temple's Restrictions. At that time, we didn't reveal it. After the people from the Immortal Sect left, I personally entered the temple's back garden and found a drop of congealed blood on the ground at the entrance of a small house. It was this drop of blood that led me to discover how to enter the Restrictions small house."
The black mist suddenly contracted, and Yandao exclaimed, "It was him! He really went in!"
"Who? Wasn't that drop of blood yours, Demon Lord?" Qingqinzi asked in confusion.
"Do not be disrespectful!" Xiao Rushi shouted. "Answer truthfully and do not ask questions in return, or else... hum!"
Qingqinzi angrily raised her head to glance at her beloved, only to see Xiao Rushi giving her a charming look.
Xiao Lang is truly handsome; Qingqinzi felt her heart flutter, and her mind gradually calmed down again.
Meanwhile, Yandao was filled with turmoil and almost felt like killing someone out of regret!
It turned out that seventeen years ago, a young man named Chu Hong had already discovered how to enter and had indeed gone inside! Qingqinzi, being meticulous, uncovered the secret from a tiny drop of blood left at the door. Why hadn't she noticed that drop of blood back then?
Yandao hated Yun Jiuzi, blaming him for causing distractions. Now that the Ancient Celestial Field had been closed off, it could no longer be accessed. Although Xiao Rushi had memorized those peculiar star maps, it was still not as convenient and intuitive as seeing the real thing.
Could it be that the techniques, treasures, and secrets of the Ancient God were truly beyond his reach? The Yandao Demon Lord sneered coldly.
He asked Qingqinzi, "Do you have any impression of Nine Li Sect Chu Hong?"
"Him?" Qingqinzi scoffed. "So eager for fame and always seeking attention. During the newcomer competition back then, he claimed to have seen someone enter the temple's Restrictions. He was indeed reckless. However, I heard he has quite good talent; he became an elder after forming his Golden Core in less than twenty years."
Xiao Rushi clearly paused for a moment. Yandao turned his gaze toward him: "What? You also know about Chu Hong?"
"Yes, but it's not because my disciple has crossed paths with him; it's because of Sister Xiao Lou. She was injured three years ago by someone named Chu Hongzi from the Nine Li Sect."
At this moment, Yandao's pupils suddenly constricted. His eyes looked like those of a venomous snake, with a chilling glare that made Qingqinzi shiver once more.
"Go to the Cold Spring Pavilion and convey my message: from today onwards, the Small Pavilion is unsealed. Have her come to see me immediately."
"Yes." Xiao Rushi's handsome figure swiftly glided through the polished hall like a wisp of blue smoke, disappearing at the door.
Only Qingqinzi and Yandao remained in the hall.
Yandao, rather than being human, resembled a massive poisonous snake shrouded in black mist. The heavy sense of oppression and fear made Qingqinzi tremble involuntarily.
"What are you afraid of? I'm not really going to eat you," Yandao Demon Lord surprisingly made a small joke.
"I dare not."
"I know exactly what kind of person you are. The relationship between Penglai Sect Leader Yin Zezi and you is known throughout the world. Moreover, considering your age, you could be As Water's great-grandmother, yet you keep insisting that I should fulfill your wishes. It actually disgusts me," Yandao mocked.
Qingqinzi suddenly felt cold all over; nothing she had heard before was as venomous as this statement. She trembled like a leaf in the wind, unable to utter a word.
"However, given that you truly have deep feelings for my little disciple, I agree to let you be his concubine. As for being his legitimate wife? Hmph, you're not worthy."
The words of Yandao Demon Lord pierced Qingqinzi's heart like a sharp knife. But then she thought, isn't being a concubine still a title? This Old Demon has agreed to allow her to openly appear with Xiao Lang in front of the entire Demon Sect!
She tried hard to suppress her joy but the sudden brightness in her eyes betrayed her.
Qingqinzi bowed deeply, "Thank you, Demon Lord."
"Alright, now you can be considered my disciple's wife. Kneel aside; I still have some questions to ask."
Qingqinzi hurriedly crawled away like a dog, wishing to distance herself from Yandao Demon Lord.
As she moved further away, the immense pressure emanating from the Demon Lord lessened significantly. Qingqinzi began to plot and reflect on her thoughts.
The hall door opened silently, and Li Xiaolou, dressed in silver gauze and light clothing, slowly walked in.
She appeared completely normal, neither enchanting nor dressed in men's clothing; she was beautifully dignified beyond compare. As she entered, it was as if an immortal had stepped directly into the hall.
Kneeling on the ground, Qingqinzi suddenly opened her eyes wide and saw Xiao Rushi in a purple robe stepping out from behind her. His gaze had never left the stunning beauty before him.
A strong sense of jealousy surged within Qingqinzi, almost making her want to stand up immediately and rush over to tear apart that beautiful face that could bring disaster to the nation; yet she remained frozen, allowing jealousy to nearly tear her heart apart.
"Daughter greets Father." Li Xiaolou gracefully walked to the black mist, knelt down, her voice as clear and melodious as a lark.
"Is your injury healed?" The voice of Yandao Demon Lord carried an obvious concern.
"Thank you, Father. I am already well."
Li Xiaolou raised her head, gazing into the ordinary eyes within the black mist, her autumn-like eyes filled with evident admiration, warm concern, and a rare sense of calm and tranquility.
Before Yandao Demon Lord, who was nothing but a mass of black mist, the wild and vengeful Witch Li Xiaolou transformed into a dignified and serene beautiful immortal.
Yandao Demon Lord said, "It's good that you're healed. By the way, I want to ask you about someone from the Nine Departures Sect. His name is Chu Hongzi; I heard you were injured by him."
"Chu Hong!" Li Xiaolou's pupils suddenly constricted, an overwhelming killing intent erupting forth.
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