Clearwind Courtyard lay under layer upon layer of seals, its atmosphere hushed and still.
For an ordinary cultivator, a smooth breakthrough to the Mid-Stage Saint Sect would have been cause for wild celebration. They would have emerged from seclusion to show off, perhaps even thrown a lavish banquet.
But Li Yun's state of mind was rock-steady. He felt not the slightest arrogance or complacency.
There was no stopping on the path of Martial Dao. The Mid-Stage Saint Sect was only a small step along the road of cultivation. It would still be difficult for him to gain a foothold in the Evergreen Ancient Domain. How could he let success go to his head?
He still had plenty of Myriad Wonders Points, so he seized the time to continue cultivating.
The days slipped quietly by.
Soon, another three days had passed.
A gentle, measured knock suddenly broke the stillness of Clearwind Courtyard.
Li Yun opened his eyes slightly, drew in every trace of his aura, removed the outer seals, and said in a low voice, "Come in."
The courtyard gate opened softly, and a slender maid with an otherworldly air walked in.
It was Star-Moon Saint Sect, one of the personal maids who had attended the Saint Venerable Man Yue for years.
Star-Moon Saint Sect looked at Li Yun with a faint hint of haughtiness.
"Saint Sect Li, the Ninth Princess summons you. Please come with me to Man Yue Palace at once."
"All right!"
Li Yun rose without hesitation.
He already knew the way to Man Yue Palace by heart and needed no guide. Following close behind Star-Moon Saint Sect, he passed through tier upon tier of palace halls and pavilions.
Man Yue Palace was unusually quiet today. No stewards passed by, nor were there any guards on patrol. The