"I know of a secluded cave dwelling with abundant spiritual energy, completely cut off from the outside world and free from disturbance."
"That is the perfect place for dual cultivation and helping you break through. If you trust me, we should hurry there. Otherwise, complications may arise."
Liu Ruyan's righteous bearing made it seem as though she had already paved Yang Lingtian a broad road leading to life.
Yang Lingtian looked at her utterly sincere gaze and inwardly praised her acting skills.
The hesitation and struggle on his face lasted for just the right amount of time before finally transforming into deep gratitude and resolve.
"Saintess Ruyan." Yang Lingtian's voice choked with emotion as he clenched both fists, as though he had made an immense decision.
"You have gone to such lengths for me. If I keep making excuses and refusing, wouldn't that make me an ungrateful fool and betray the Saintess's painstaking kindness?"
He bowed deeply, nearly prostrating himself on the ground. "The Saintess's great kindness is something Yang Lingtian will never forget. I'll leave everything to your arrangements."
He raised his head, his eyes filled with trust and dependence, as though Liu Ruyan were now the only deity he could rely on.
At this sight, a trace of barely detectable delight finally flashed through Liu Ruyan's beautiful eyes.
It was done. Yang Lingtian ultimately still couldn't escape her grasp.
"Young Master Yang is able to put the greater situation first. Ruyan is deeply gratified."
A "gratified" smile appeared on Liu Ruyan's face. The smile was holy and beautiful, enough to make any man fall head over heels.
"There's no time to lose. We'll set out at once." Her voice was gentle.
Yang Lingtian nodded heavily, indicating that he would follow the Saintess's arrangements in everything.
Thus, Liu Ruyan