Ever since witnessing Ling Tian and Tian Xin spar, Hu Yao had been captivated by the immense power of Immortal Artifacts. The Cultivator Assembly was coming up soon, and she was eager to obtain one. Although her mother and the elders had already prepared an Immortal Artifact suited to her, she did not want to return to her clan, so she had pinned her hopes on Ling Tian.
She had planned to urge Ling Tian to explore the ruins on this planet as soon as he had recovered from his "injuries," but three days had passed. She knew he was immersed in reflecting on the fight, so she had not disturbed him.
But on the third day, when she went to Ling Tian's quarters, she found that he was gone. Only after asking around did she learn he had gone out sightseeing with Lian Yue, which infuriated her. She had planned to chase after them, but gave up when she learned they had ridden Little Ze. She knew how fast Little Ze was, and she didn't have Lian Yue's ability to sense Ling Tian's location.
"Hmph, Ling Tian, you two really have some nerve. You went out to have fun and didn't even invite me." Hu Yao glared into the distance, looking murderous. "Just wait until you get back. Not only will I make you find me an Immortal Artifact, I'll also make you tame a savage beast like Little Ze."
With that, Hu Yao sat cross-legged atop the palace complex of Lingxiao Pavilion, cultivating as she waited for Ling Tian to return.
Ling Tian and Lian Yue had a wonderful time. They spent a full half month enjoying themselves before finally returning. Hu Yao spotted them riding Little Ze from far away. She was fuming; after waiting for over