Heavenly Demon Illusion, the Fairy Bows

Fairy Xia stepped aside to avoid Lan Chang'an's hand, her delicate brows furrowed slightly, her pretty face as cold as frost, maintaining a suitable distance.

As Nascent Soul Cultivator, Lan Chang'an possessed keen and powerful senses.

This woman appeared cold and indifferent, with an icy expression. However, upon entering the main hall and seeing him, her heart skipped a beat and her emotions fluctuated slightly.

But it was only for a brief moment.

After that, Xia Wenyue's appearance, demeanor, and emotional state seemed to be sealed by a layer of ancient ice, cold and aloof, devoid of any emotion.

Lan Chang'an paced back and forth, observing Fairy Xia's face and secretly making calculations, his brows furrowing involuntarily.

With his back to Fairy Xia, he muttered to himself, counting on his fingers:

"Over the years, you have been neglected by the Golden Moon Palace, and the resources and treatment you enjoy have decreased, depriving Nascent Soul Formation the resources to cultivate your Nascent Soul stage. However, relying on your Innate Dao Body and the foundation for Half-Step Golden Core, you have successfully cultivated to the Peak Core Formation."

"During the Demonic Path War and spiritual paths, your stunning beauty and exceptional talent made you a target of high-level cultivators from Beast King Valley. Even with your Innate Dao Body, strong amplification of cold-type Divine Ability Law Technique and remarkable protective methods, the poisoning and severe injuries left some flaws in your physical foundation. Due to being neglected and isolated within the palace, you did not receive immediate care from your elders or the aid of Sacred Medicine to heal."

"You are trapped by Heart Barrier, forcibly isolated by Ice Sealing Secret Technique, making you an outsider in the Proud Moon Palace, with almost no trusted friends. Under these circumstances, if you were to attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, even a near-death experience would be an optimistic possibility."

Lan Chang'an's narration was calm, as if he were a narrator.

Because her back was to Qingyu, Xia Wenyue didn't have to face his gaze directly, and couldn't help but look up at the figure that hadn't changed in a hundred years.

It overlapped with the familiar memory, except that a few strands of silver hair were mixed in with the black hair, giving it an air of vicissitude and loneliness.

"Did True Lord Lu come to the Proud Moon Palace this time specifically to ridicule this junior?"

Xia Wenyue's expression remained unchanged, her tone indifferent.

Lan Chang'an, still with his back to him, continued to whisper:

"Over the years, Situ Lan has not let go of his obsession. If he could change your mind and make you his dao companion, perhaps both of you could resolve your inner conflicts. However, you have a feeling that even if you accept Situ Lan, you will not be able to truly overcome your own Heart Barrier."

"You might still remember the words left behind by the person who left back then—a bond that can never be completely severed."

Xia Wenyue frowned slightly, pursed her cherry lips, and remained silent.

In front of this True Lord teacher, she felt as if her clothes had been stripped off and her cold outer shell had been pried open.

The hardships and setbacks of the past, the inner turmoil and desolation—all are laid bare.

"The path to Nascent Soul is long and arduous. Mountains are high and rivers are far, the immortal path Changqing, a hundred years have passed in the vastness, dare we say we will meet again?"

Xia Wenyue vaguely remembered the words Lan Chang'an left behind when they parted.

Having known each other for a century or two, she understood Mr. Lu's aspirations.

Only when the two of them reach the Nascent Soul will they have a chance to meet again; otherwise, it will all be in vain.

Who would have thought that the Turtle True Person, who once aspired to the Nascent Soul Nascent Soul, would return in glory years later?

However, Xia Wenyue was stuck at the Core Formation stage. Facing Mr. Lu, who had already advanced to the Nascent Soul stage and ascended to the peak of the Great Azure Cloud, she had no other thoughts or desires.

She gave him her youthful sincerity, her first time, and the [Lunar Jade Liquid], and now the two are even.

She is of no value to Mr. Lu now.

"Your future is fraught with hardship, and I cannot stand idly by."

Lan Chang'an finished his calculations, finally turned around, his voice gentle, and met Xia Wenyue's gaze.

When he left that year, Lan Chang'an foresaw that Xia Wenyue's future would not be easy.

But at that time, Xia Wenyue didn't want to feel indebted in any way. Even if he wanted to make amends and bestow upon her Law Treasure or a life-saving trump card, she wouldn't accept it.

This was her last act of defiance and dignity.

Before parting, Xia Wenyue risked her life to protect Lan Chang'an, and even quarreled with her master Jin Yue for his sake, which was an important reason for her subsequent neglect and misfortune.

At that moment, Xia Wenyue was also touched by Lan Chang'an, and felt a pang of compassion.

After all, a stunningly beautiful female cultivator with Innate Dao Body would give him her first love and virginity, and be willing to risk her life to protect him; such a person is rare in the world.

Therefore, he left those words before fleeing, subtly revealing his ambitions and innermost thoughts.

Even without the need for the Dragon-Phoenix Dual Cauldron Method, Lan Chang'an would still make amends for his past shortcomings upon returning to Great Qing Nascent Soul Formation.

The difference lies in the magnitude of the compensation.

This is the consequence of her running away back then, bringing Fairy Xia sorrow and misfortune.

This also includes the calamity that I just glimpsed in Xia Wenyue's future.

That calamity is not imminent, Lan Chang'an cannot currently divine the specific reason for it.

The only clue is that it is related to the Demonic Path War, and that it is also causally connected to oneself, as revealed by the thread of fate.

"Please, True Lord Lu, show some respect. The transaction years ago has severed all ties of gratitude. Please do not act as a teacher to me."

Xia Wenyue's snow-white face remained indifferent, her aloofness unchanged.

"As for the so-called 'calamities,' Wen Yue's situation is not afraid of getting worse. When she reaches the final age suitable for Nascent Soul Formation, even if the fortuitous opportunity is not enough, Wen Yue will still attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul, and she will inevitably face Heavenly Thunder Tribulation and Inner Demon Tribulation."

Xia Wenyue didn't care much about the calamity Lan Chang'an mentioned.

She has a closed Ice Heart and takes many things lightly, including past relationships.

Once she truly masters the Heartless Ice Heart, neither the so-called Heart Barrier nor Inner Demon Tribulation can stop her.

"Trying to reach the Nascent Soul? It seems Wen Yue still has faith and perseverance in the Great Dao."

Lan Chang'an breathed a sigh of relief and smiled slightly.

"Unfortunately, I happen to possess a nearly complete Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity Nascent True Lord formation."

Xia Wenyue's heart stirred, and for the first time, a hint of emotion flickered in her usually cold and aloof eyes.

She quickly shook her head. "We owe each other nothing. If Wen Yue were to receive the Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity again from True Lord Lu, her Ice Heart cultivation would crumble on its own, making it impossible for her to overcome the Inner Demon Tribulation."

"There is indeed a path to Path of Ruthlessness, Supreme Forgetting of Emotions, which can withstand the Inner Demon Tribulation. However, your kind heart makes you unsuitable for this path; otherwise, you wouldn't have risked your life to protect me back then. If you go against your nature and forcefully cultivate Heartless Ice Heart, it will only backfire."

Lan Chang'an said earnestly.

In the Cultivation World, there is a type of person born evil with a strong demonic heart. No matter how many bad things they do, they still have a clear conscience and take it for granted. Overcoming the Inner Demon Tribulation is not difficult for them.

Similar to the hyper-male syndrome before transmigration, but an enhanced version from the Cultivation World.

It is almost impossible to tame and cultivate the righteous heart in such a wicked species, no matter how great the price.

How will you know if you don't try?

Xia Wenyue bit her lower lip lightly, her heart actually wavering somewhat at Lan Chang'an's words.

Over the years, I haven't been able to cultivate a perfectly ruthless and indifferent Ice Heart, perhaps because it doesn't align with my true self, and I haven't completely let go of some obsessions.

"Then let's give it a try?"

Lan Chang'an chuckled lightly, and said confidently:

"True Lord possess a Secret Method that allows you to experience a weakened version of the Inner Demon Illusion. If Fairy Xia is confident, she can try it out."

A weaker version of the Inner Demon Illusion?

Xia Wenyue paused for a moment, her clear eyes flashing.

She figured it wouldn't do her any harm; given Lan Chang'an's current status and position, there was no reason for him to plot against her.

"Alright! If Wen Yue has overcome the weakened version of the Inner Demon Illusion, I hope True Lord Lu will not disturb her again."

Xia Wenyue nodded in agreement.

Twisted black dots appeared deep within Lan Chang'an's pupils, as if leading to the depths of Demon Abyss, as he met Fairy Xia's gaze.

"Start!"

Lan Chang'an used the <Heavenly Demon Secret Technique>, pointing a finger at Xia Wenyue's brow.

Boom!

Fairy Xia 'Sea of Consciousness roared, her delicate body trembled, and her bewildered eyes reflected the myriad colors of the world before slowly closing again.

Lan Chang'an supported Fairy Xia's swaying waist to prevent her from falling.

The flow of time in the Inner Demon Illusion far exceeds that of physical space.

In the fleeting moments of reality, the Inner Demon Illusion may encompass the vicissitudes of life and the cycle of grudges and retribution.

Fairy Xia's icy beauty gradually softened, no longer displaying her unchanging coldness.

Occasionally, emotions such as sadness, pain, joy, loss, and regret may arise.

Upon reaching the deepest part of the Inner Demon Illusion, Fairy Xia couldn't help herself, and two clear tears fell from her eyes.

"You couldn't even break through the weakened version of the Inner Demon Illusion, let alone the real Inner Demon Tribulation."

Lan Chang'an sighed softly, also feeling a bit of a headache.

Fairy Xia's obsession remained unresolved, and her attempt to forcibly refine her Ice Heart had the opposite effect.

Call!

Lan Chang'an's use of this Inner Demon Illusion had greatly depleted his spiritual energy. He withdrew his fingers and stopped the <Inner Demon Secret Technique>.

Xia Wenyue slowly woke up.

Two lines of clear tears streamed down her fair, smooth skin, down her delicate jawline and jade-like neck, soaking the moon-white gauze dress that accentuated her full bosom.

"Mr. Lu... Mr. Lu!"

When Fairy Xia awoke, she was suddenly struck by a white-clad man who appeared eternally youthful and possessed a refined and scholarly air.

Her clear eyes were rosy, and she bit her cherry lips, revealing emotions such as surprise, grievance, regret, and resentment brought out by the Inner Demon Illusion.

Xia Wenyue felt as if she were in a dream, and unable to control herself, she hugged Mr. Lu was almost within reach, with tear stains remaining on her face.

The beauty of melting winter snow is breathtaking.

Lan Chang'an smelled a delicate fragrance like that of Azure Lotus, and heard soft sobs in his ears. The Fairy Xia in his arms had hair as black as a waterfall, skin as clear and smooth as ice, and a body as soft as jade, which made his chest feel tight and elastic.

He felt immense pity for her, patted Fairy Xia's shoulder and back, and gently comforted her.

"Having awakened from the Inner Demon Illusion, have you gained any insight?"

Lan Chang'an secretly thought that if the refinement and intensity of this <Heavenly Demon Secret Technique> could be improved, and with repeated tempering, it might help increase resistance to the Inner Demon Tribulation, making it no less than a top-tier inner demon tribulation spiritual item.

Of course, the true Inner Demon Tribulation accompanies the rules of heaven and earth, penetrating directly into the deepest part of the soul, and cannot be simulated 100%.

This method is extremely taxing on the spirit and soul. Lan Chang'an felt mentally exhausted and could only use it once in a short period of time, otherwise it would affect his condition.

"What? The Inner Demon Illusion!"

Fairy Xia, who was holding Lan Chang'an, froze, then suddenly woke up.

She suppressed her emotions and pushed Lan Chang'an away.

"You... you..."

Xia Wenyue's face returned to its icy expression, filled with a mixture of shame and anger. Her crystal earrings burned red, and she wished she could disappear into a crack in the ground.

She tried to accuse Lan Chang'an of taking advantage of her, but couldn't find an excuse. Could it be that she lacked self-control and let her true colors show under the Inner Demon Illusion?

She had previously agreed to deal with Lan Chang'an's Inner Demon Illusion, not wanting to be underestimated. No matter how strong she was, could she possibly overcome the Inner Demon Tribulation?

Do you understand now?

Lan Chang'an looked directly into her eyes and asked again.

"In the Inner Demon Illusion, Mr. Lu... were all your experiences, True Lord, real?"

Xia Wenyue recalled the scene in the illusion, her expression softening slightly, but her features remained complex.

At this moment, her gaze towards Lan Chang'an was no longer so cold; there was a hint of guilt in it.

In the Inner Demon Illusion, she learned about the hardships Mr. Lu endured during his more than two hundred years of cultivation before reaching the Late Core Formation.

A young man, newly embarking on the path of immortality, harbors lofty ambitions but is tragically rejected by his sect.

He was taken in by Lineage cultivators, almost becoming a live-in son-in-law. He endured humiliation and hardship, cultivated into Talisman Master, made connections, and gained his freedom.

He lived as Rogue Cultivator cultivator in Yellow Dragon Immortal City, venturing into the Black Mist Mountain Range to hunt demons. He sought Foundation Establishment, but was forcibly exchanged for them.

At the age of seventy, he was determined to Foundation Establishment, and his name spread Liang Kingdom.

Cultivation War Demonic Path War, a lone Rogue Cultivator drifts along, yet his resolve remains steadfast.

Until he fled to the Jing Kingdom, in the Xia Clan of Clear Water Bay, he met her, who seemed to be his destiny, and their fates were changed.

He bestowed upon her the kindness of rebuilding her foundation, imparted his teachings, and clearly explained the terms of the deal early on, without deceiving her feelings.

For the next hundred years, he was unable to contact her. This was not only due to the agreement to keep it a secret, but also because of the manhunt and pursuit of her father, Xie Clan of the Heavenly Net Sect.

If he hadn't persevered, he might have died long ago in some unknown corner.

When they met again in the Feng Kingdom, her feelings had faded, and she felt disgusted by his past deliberate distancing and the century-old deal he had planned, creating a rift between them.

After the first experience, she realized her true feelings. Situ Lan, whom she had once had a slight liking for, was just a substitute for that person.

After fulfilling his promise, he found himself in danger once again, having offended Beast King Valley, Boundless Hall, and Proud Moon Palace. If he didn't flee, he would surely die if he stayed in the Great Qing Eastern Region.

After a century of fleeing, he finally returned to his hometown in glory. Knowing the hardships she had endured, he did not want to leave any regrets and came specifically to make amends.

"If it's all true, Mr. Lu... your life has been so bitter. As a commoner Rogue Cultivator, you were constantly down on your luck and wandering aimlessly, threatened and hunted down by powerful forces, moving from place to place and experiencing countless hardships."

Xia Wenyue sighed softly, a hint of self-reproach in her eyes.

Previously, she only knew her own suffering, the neglect and grievances she received, and the resentment of being reduced to a bargaining chip.

However, these are insignificant compared to the hardships Mr. Lu has endured in his life.

"If you're gathering intelligence, the timeline of these events is verifiable. Of course, you can't trust exaggerated historical records like ' The Legend of Changqing ' or ' The Travels of the Profound Turtle.'"

Lan Chang'an said calmly.

It turns out that in the previous Inner Demon Illusion, he incorporated some of his own painful experiences, allowing Xia Wenyue to empathize with him.

Lan Chang'an didn't need to fabricate anything; these were all events he had actually experienced.

If it is fabricated and does not conform to reality, the power of the Inner Demon Illusion will be reduced accordingly, and it will be easily exposed.

"Wen Yue was too stubborn in trying to sever ties with her past feelings, which backfired and made True Lord Lu a laughingstock."

Xia Wenyue felt a bitter taste rising in her mouth, as if she had just realized something.

"Mr. Lu has achieved Nascent Soul, yet he still cherishes this memory and is willing to help Nascent Soul Formation. Wen Yue should be honored and overjoyed. However, I feel unworthy of such a favor."

Having just Inner Demon Illusion, Xia Wenyue felt enlightened and no longer wanted to owe Lan Chang'an anything.

"If you can't accept being helped without a reason, how about we make another deal?"

Lan Chang'an smiled slightly, already prepared a response.

"Is there anything else Wen Yue can do to help True Lord Lu?"

Xia Wenyue's clear eyes flickered, a hint of wariness rising within her.

In her youth, she was somewhat framed by Lan Chang'an to obtain the [Lunar Jade Liquid] through a transaction, but her methods were still relatively upright and honest.

Since neither party owed the other anything, Xia Wenyue didn't quite trust this newly promoted True Lord to be willing to help her Nascent Soul Formation free of charge.

"Now that Lu has advanced to the Nascent Soul, he is established in the Great Qing and is no longer a rootless drifter. He is qualified to consider matters of love and companionship."

Lan Chang'an paused for a moment, then carefully chose his words:

"Fairy Xia possesses ethereal beauty and unparalleled talent. She once shared a day as husband and wife with this True Lord, and we have a vow to be together for a hundred years. Fairy Xia, would you be willing to condescend and become this True Lord's concubine?"

Upon hearing this, Xia Wenyue was stunned. Her serene and beautiful face flushed red with embarrassment and annoyance.

A concubine is a woman whose status is far lower than that dao companion the principal wife.

"Fairy Xia may consider it. Even if you are unwilling to agree, I, the True Lord, am willing to give you one of the main ingredients of the Infant Transformation Pill, as well as a superior Higher Vehicle Nascent Soul Formation spiritual item, free of charge."

Xia Wenyue turned her head away, her fair face blushing, and lowered her eyes in thought.

She was no longer the young female cultivator who was in unrequited love; she could now rationally consider reality and weigh the pros and cons.

A complete fortuitous opportunity to Nascent Soul Formation is extremely rare, and competition within sects is incredibly fierce.

Otherwise, given her qualifications, she wouldn't have lost her first-place status simply because the Palace Master disliked her.

Unfortunately, the other competitor who also had the opportunity to achieve Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity ultimately failed to advance.

True Lord Golden Moon has a strong personality and domineering style, and she will never admit that she has done anything wrong.

Moreover, Xia Wenyue could not guarantee success, especially since Lan Chang'an ran away after obtaining her body and the Lunar Jade Liquid, which would interfere with her state of mind.

If Xia Wenyue were to agree to Lan Chang'an's conditions at this point, it would be a win-win situation.

Apart from a nearly complete Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity of an infant.

She can fulfill her initial wish and become Mr. Lu's woman, which will help resolve her inner conflict.

Xia Wenyue is essentially a traditional woman who yearns for things to be done from beginning to end.

The first person she loved, Lan Chang'an, was her virginity. Becoming his woman was a kind of happy ending.

Becoming a concubine might seem like a condescension, but the object of her affections is Nascent Soul True Lord, and not just any True Lord, but someone of noble status.

Coupled with the promise of Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity, it's something countless female cultivators Golden Core Realm Formation stage dream of.

A moment later, Xia Wenyue regained her calm and aloof demeanor, her face retaining only a faint blush.

She turned around, looked deeply at Lan Chang'an, lifted her palace skirt slightly, and gave a graceful bow:

"Before that, I would like to ask one thing—who is True Lord Lu's principal wife dao companion?"

Lan Chang'an secretly admired Xia Wenyue's change in address and attitude.

This woman is quite sensible; before even marrying into the family, she first ascertained the identity of the legal wife dao companion, and whether they would be easy to get along with, in order to handle the sisterly relationship in the future.

After being baptized and taught by his mind (the Inner Demon Illusion), coupled with the disparity in their real identities and the temptation of the fortuitous opportunity to Nascent Soul Formation, even the frozen fairy was melted and willing to submit and become his concubine.

"This True Lord does not yet have a proper wife dao companion; she must at least be a female cultivator at the Nascent Soul stage to be qualified."

Lan Chang'an smiled faintly and told the truth.

"I understand."

Xia Wenyue breathed a sigh of relief, and a hint of joy welled up in her heart.

Mr. Lu doesn't have a legal wife?

She thought to herself that Mr. Lu must have a deeper meaning in keeping the position of his legal wife dao companion.

Firstly, it makes Proud Moon Palace and external forces believe that Fairy Xia does not hold a high position in Lan Chang'an's heart, which is an invisible protection for her.

If she were his legal dao companion, the Proud Moon Palace Master might make exorbitant demands, and the opposing forces would target her even more.

Secondly, this serves as an encouragement to her, as she may be promoted to a higher position after advancing to the Nascent Soul Realm.

Mr. Lu are truly commendable!

"Mr. Lu, how should we explain this to our master...?"

A hint of worry appeared on Xia Bingyue's brows.

Knowing her master as she did, she knew he would never give in easily, so she decided to let the two of them off the hook.

Lan Chang'an embraced Fairy Xia's lotus waist, whispering tenderly in her ear, and said nonchalantly:

"She's just a Nascent Soul Early Stage; there's no need to be subservient to her."

"You will have to follow my instructions..."

"Is... is this really okay?"

As Fairy Xia hesitated, her face suddenly flushed, she let out a soft moan, and her delicate body stiffened.

Her aloof and snow-white demeanor was broken by a hint of reproach; her slender hand slid down to the hem of her skirt and grasped Lan Chang'an's hand tightly.

Lan Chang'an then instructed:

"By the way, remember this <Dragon-Phoenix Dual Cauldron Method>. You can explore and practice it first. Using it at a lower level before you Nascent Soul Formation will yield greater benefits, allowing your Law Power and true essence to become purer."

Half an hour later.

Upon receiving Lan Chang'an's message, True Lord Golden Moon returned to the Guest Reception Hall.

Inside the hall, the two men, dressed neatly, sat facing each other, the atmosphere somewhat oppressive.

Xia Wenyue's brows furrowed slightly, a layer of frost appearing on her pretty face, her pearly teeth slightly bitten.

Lan Chang'an sat upright, raised an eyebrow, and looked displeased.

True Lord Golden Moon's sharp gaze swept over the two of them.

Previously, Lan Chang'an and Xia Wenyue had reminisced in the palace, setting up Restriction that prevented outsiders from knowing.

"True Lord Lu, please forgive me, I cannot grant your request."

Xia Wenyue rose to apologize, bowed to her master, and then hurriedly left the main hall as if she had been granted a pardon.

"It seems that True Lord Lu and my disciple had a disagreement. What is the matter?"

True Lord Golden Moon took his seat and asked the question.

"After returning from his Nascent Soul Formation, Lu, remembering their brief encounter years ago, intended to take Fairy Xia as his concubine. Unexpectedly, she refused."

Lan Chang'an said in an unpleasant tone.

"Concubine?"

True Lord Golden Moon was furious. This True Lord Changqing actually dared to poach her from her own palace.

Xia Wenyue is aloof and cultivates Ice Heart, so it's not surprising that she refused the offer.

True Lord Golden Moon never expected that Lan Chang'an, Nascent Soul Formation within a few decades, could obtain such a Nascent Soul Formation fortuitous opportunity so quickly.

Even more unexpectedly, Lan Chang'an's [Nine Imprint Tablet] devoured Outer Realm Heavenly Demon and cultivated the <Heavenly Demon Secret Technique>, which was able to make Xia Wenyue change her mind so quickly.

"Wen Yue is not fitting in at the Proud Moon Palace and is not having a good time. If True Lord Lu has enough 'sincerity,' I may consider helping to persuade her."

True Lord Golden Moon's thoughts raced, but he did not act impulsively.

Not long after, she received a message from the Dao Defense Alliance Headquarters.

Lan Chang'an's fourth-tier Spirit Pet actually managed to fight True Lord Yin to a draw during a friendly sparring match.

Considering Lan Chang'an's feat of slaying the Black Wing True Lord's physical body, his personal Divine Ability abilities are definitely not simple.

This pair of Spirit Pet holds a position in the Dao Defense Alliance second only to the Alliance Leader Chu Tianfeng, and poses a threat to ordinary Nascent Soul Cultivator.

Out of sight, out of mind. If Lan Chang'an can offer enough incentives, taking Xia Wenyue away might not be out of the question.

In a few years, Xia Wenyue will miss the appropriate age for Nascent Soul Formation, Proud Moon Palace will not be able to gather a second fortuitous opportunity for Nascent Soul Formation formation in the short term.

"Sincerity? With True Lord strength and status in the Dao Defense Alliance, isn't it enough that I would take a Core Formation female cultivator with no hope of the Golden Core Realm Nascent Soul Formation stage as a concubine and form a marriage alliance with the Proud Moon Palace?"

Lan Chang'an put on airs and said dismissively.

He naturally knew that the sincerity True Lord Golden Moon spoke of meant offering sufficient benefits, like a dowry in the mortal world.

Lan Chang'an's attitude made True Lord Golden Moon's face darken.

She cursed inwardly, "That shameless old turtle, trying to get something for nothing! No wonder Wen Yue refused!"

True Lord Golden Moon suppressed his anger and did not lash out on the spot.

Lan Chang'an's main pet's strength far surpasses hers, and its influence within the Dao Defense Alliance is too great.

Given the backdrop of the Demonic Path invasion, such a powerful Nascent Soul cultivator is someone you can only befriend, not offend.

Lan Chang'an has a relatively free relationship with his pet. If the Demonic Path War factions were to break out again, he would have a certain degree of autonomy to decide which faction to support first.

The two did not discuss the matter of taking a concubine in detail.

Lan Chang'an had previously instructed Xia Wenyue to keep it a secret, adjust her condition, and wait for the right opportunity to break through to the Nascent Soul.

Once the Nascent Soul Nascent Soul Formation, even if True Lord Golden Moon wanted to stop it, he wouldn't be able to.

"True Lord Lu killed True Lord Black Feather's physical body and obtained the [Black Sky Wings] Law Treasure, giving Beast King Valley an excuse to threaten and retaliate, suddenly escalating tensions between the two factions. I do have a method to ease the tensions between the two sides."

As a proponent of peace, True Lord Golden Moon intended to persuade Lan Chang'an.

"Oh? Does the Palace Master have a good plan?"

Lan Chang'an looked at the woman with surprise.

"That [Black Sky Wings] Law Treasure can't unleash its true power in True Lord Lu's hands. It would be better to have the Dao Defense Alliance purchase it, in exchange for a more suitable Law Treasure. Then, have the Dao Defense Alliance return the [Black Sky Wings] to Beast King Valley. This would ease tensions between the two factions, and True Lord Lu personally wouldn't suffer any loss."

After a rational analysis, True Lord Golden Moon proposed a compromise solution.

Upon hearing this, Lan Chang'an was shocked and somewhat incredulous.

Although I knew that True Lord Golden Moon was a proponent of peace, I never expected this woman to be so biased.

The assets of the Dao Defense Alliance were funded by contributions from numerous forces across the three kingdoms.

This plan is practically tantamount to ceding territory and paying reparations to appease the Beast King Valley's anger.

(End of this chapter)