Xie Lingyun

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Xie Lingyun (谢灵韵)
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Chen Commandery Xie Clan 109
Occupation / Role	Legitimate daughter of Xie Yi; later the Xie Family Martial Repository's Martial Guardian Elder 41 109
Status	Alive
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Background / History

Xie Lingyun is the only daughter of Xie Yi and Cui Pingjun, raised as the legitimate young lady of the Chen Commandery Xie. Her upbringing included cultivation, politics, and the responsibilities expected of a major clan's direct descendant; she can represent Xie Yi in formal dealings with other great families. 87 109

A marriage alliance was once proposed between Xie Lingyun and Yao Tianchuan of the Jinling Yao Family. She rejected him at their first meeting, and the engagement was dissolved. 186

While traveling through Ten Thousand Demons Mountain, she encountered a man posing as Yao Tianchuan. After noticing his use of an axe and investigating the deaths of his supposed clansmen, she exposed him as Xie Yuan. Since he had saved her life, she chose to keep his identity secret. 109

After Xie Yuan was believed dead, Xie Lingyun requested the post of Martial Guardian Elder and secluded herself on the top floor of the Xie Family Martial Repository. She later personally attended him while he studied there, bringing tea and meals when he became absorbed in reading. 41

When Xie Yuan's bloodline was confirmed and he returned to the Xie clan, Xie Yi told her to accept him as her brother. Though she initially struggled because of her romantic feelings, she later told Xie Yuan that she would remain by his side as his younger sister and would not cross the line of propriety. 184 285

Appearance

Xie Lingyun is a strikingly beautiful young woman, often recognized by her large, clear eyes, lively expressions, and pink clothing. Her ordinary manner is youthful and willful, contrasting with the composed bearing she adopts at formal clan functions. 87 109

• Often wears pink dresses and twin ponytails. 159 253
• Ties her hair into a bun for combat. 280
• Carries a Soft Sword. 186 280
• Wears a set of dress armor and mystic accessories that form a complete array. 148

Personality

Xie Lingyun is spirited, outspoken, and fond of teasing Xie Yuan. She can be impulsive and jealous, particularly regarding Situ Qin and Mu Chaoyun, yet she is neither shallow nor incapable of reflection. 65 267

Despite her pampered demeanor, she was rigorously educated and is politically aware. She understands the status of great families, speaks appropriately in formal settings, and is able to identify martial arts and sect inheritances from limited clues. 87 109 206

She is proud of the Chen Commandery Xie and refuses to passively await rescue. When confronted by enemies beyond her strength, she is willing to risk herself as bait rather than abandon her companions. 206

Abilities & Skills

Swordsmanship

Xie Lingyun wields a Soft Sword with agile, intricate techniques. Her swordplay is refined enough to force opponents to fight cautiously, though stronger foes can suppress her through superior Blood Qi. 186 280

• Uses a Soft Sword whose changing attacks can threaten skilled opponents. 186 280
• Continues fighting against Third Transformation Realm enemies despite the disparity in cultivation. 280
• Possesses enough cultivation and combat ability to be considered outstanding for her age. 253 400

Martial Guardian Elder

After Elder Fu's death and Xie Yuan's apparent death, Xie Lingyun assumed the position of Martial Guardian Elder for the Xie Family Martial Repository. 41

• Requested the position herself rather than being appointed reluctantly. 41
• Resided in seclusion on the repository's upper floor. 41
• Personally accompanied Xie Yuan during his later study of the repository. 41

Clan Education and Diplomacy

As Xie Yi's legitimate daughter, Xie Lingyun received broad training beyond martial arts and can act in her father's stead during formal visits. 87 109

• Understands political affairs and the standing of major families. 87
• Was received by the Yao Family at an elevated level because she could represent Xie Yi. 109
• Investigated Xie Yuan's assumed identity and used concrete evidence to expose his disguise. 109

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Soft Sword — Her primary weapon, suited to her flexible and intricate swordsmanship. 186 280
• Mystic dress-armor set — Armor, boots, and accessories linked into an array that can double her strength; it allows her to contend with an ordinary Grandmaster or at least protect herself. 148
• Magical hairpin — A gift from Mu Chaoyun that improves Blood Qi and Inner Breath circulation and can block several Grandmaster attacks in an emergency. 260
• Jade Bracelet — A protective item she attempted to activate while trapped on Ten Thousand Demons Mountain, where an unseen barrier prevented it from responding. 280

Relationships

• Xie Yuan — Her elder cousin and later acknowledged brother. She first developed romantic feelings for him, protected his secret identity, and fought beside him; after his return to the Xie clan, she chose to remain at his side as his younger sister. 109 184 285
• Xie Yi — Her father and the Xie Family head. He raised her strictly, entrusted her with clan responsibilities, and firmly instructed her to recognize Xie Yuan as her brother. 87 184
• Cui Pingjun — Her mother. Xie Lingyun remains openly affectionate with her and confides her feelings for Xie Yuan to her. 152 159
• Mu Chaoyun — Initially treated as a rival and monitored closely after arriving at the clan, but gradually earned Xie Lingyun's acceptance through her conduct, gifts, and care for the family. 215 260
• Situ Qin — A romantic rival for Xie Yuan's affection. Their interactions are tense and competitive, though Xie Lingyun ultimately recognizes Situ Qin's composure and breadth of spirit. 267
• Wang Qishi — A fellow great-family descendant. Xie Lingyun often reacts jealously to Wang Qishi's praise of Xie Yuan, but they have faced danger together. 87 206

Story Role / Major Arcs

Xie Yuan's Secret Identity

Xie Lingyun identifies “Yao Tianchuan” as Xie Yuan and forces him to reveal his true face and name. Rather than expose him to the Yao Family, she keeps the secret because he saved her life. 109

Ten Thousand Demons Mountain

She accompanies the Xie Family party into Ten Thousand Demons Mountain, where she confronts demonic-cult infiltrators, investigates strange axe wounds left on demon beasts, and is briefly captured by a mysterious girl peddler. Xie Yuan ultimately rescues her, and the two escape together. 134 279 280

Xie Family Martial Repository

Believing Xie Yuan dead, she becomes Martial Guardian Elder and isolates herself in the repository. When he returns, she resumes a close supportive role, accompanying his study and urging herself to grow stronger so that she can keep pace with his cultivation. 41 58

Acceptance of Mu Chaoyun

When Mu Chaoyun comes to the Xie clan, Xie Lingyun initially moves into the neighboring courtyard to watch her. Mu Chaoyun's gifts and genuine care gradually overcome this hostility, and Xie Lingyun becomes closer to her. 215 260

Sutra Depository Tower

Xie Lingyun guards Xie Yuan while he breaks through to the Qi Blood Third Transformation Realm. She then joins Xie Yuan, Wang Qiwen, Cui Lei, and others against the Flame Igniter Envoy within the tower. 400

Notable Quotes

“My Chen Commandery Xie will never fall behind others. Nor am I, Xie Lingyun, someone who suffers below and waits, handing my fate over to others.” 206

“So, I'm simply being your sister, staying by your side.” 285

Trivia

• She rejected Yao Tianchuan before ever knowing that Xie Yuan would later impersonate him. 186
• She painted a portrait of Xie Yuan herself and proudly showed it to Cui Pingjun. 159
• She is especially fond of food and readily drops formal table manners around Xie Yuan. 229
• She gave Xie Yuan a Star God Flower after he gained nothing during an expedition. 395