The Vermilion Bird Departs, The Mysterious Gate

"How interesting~"

"How tactful!"

Li Yun took in the entire scene, the corners of his lips lifting as a trace of amusement flashed in his eyes.

He truly had not expected this little fellow to be so decisive.

But since she had already spoken—indeed, since she had already agreed—this matter needed to be settled as soon as possible.

With that thought, Li Yun no longer hesitated and said directly, "Since you have chosen to take me as your master, from this day forward, you are a disciple of Li Yun's."

"As for a formal gift for becoming my disciple, once we leave, your master will find something suitable for you—a treasure~"

As he spoke, Li Yun seemed to recall something. With a thought, he took out the inheritance Jade Talismans of the Taiqing Lineage, including the Supreme Purity Art, and tossed them to Zhu Xuan'er without hesitation. "These contain the inheritance of the Taiqing Lineage. Absorb them, then cultivate according to the methods within."

"Once your cultivation reaches the Golden Immortal Realm, you must restrain yourself and continuously temper your foundation. The moment you reach the Late Golden Immortal Realm, come find your master. At that time, I will guide you in perfecting an even more powerful Dao Fruit!"

"Thank you, Master~"

Holding the Jade Talisman, Zhu Xuan'er immediately nodded, her eyes brimming with anticipation.

For no other reason than that she knew perfectly well that this would be of immense help to them.

If she could keep perfecting it, then a powerful Dao Fruit would undoubtedly be immensely tempting. It might even be the very choice and reason the Vermilion Bird had spoken of before she took human form.

With that thought, Zhu Xuan'er put away the Jade Talisman and began comprehending it on the spot.

Buzz, buzz—

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