Tongtian's smiling question
was like a stone cast into a tranquil lake, instantly stirring subtle ripples among the Three Pure Ones.
The harmonious atmosphere from when they had just returned home together with their disciple
suddenly gained an indescribable tension.
Yuanshi spoke first, his voice steady yet carrying an unquestionable decisiveness.
"My residence is orderly and solemn, with Law Manifestation,
making it most conducive to laying a solid Dao Foundation, clarifying one's mind and seeing one's nature, and restraining wayward thoughts.
Su Miao has only just arrived at Kunlun, and her Soul Injury has yet to heal.
Her temperament is like plain silk, easily stained by dust.
She needs precisely such a tranquil and rigorous place, proceeding step by step to strengthen her foundation and nourish her vitality.
In my view, she should live with me."
As he spoke, he had already outlined a general framework in his mind
for Su Miao's future cultivation, insisting that her conduct be measured and her practice properly guided.
Tongtian immediately became displeased, raising his sword eyebrows.
The arm holding Su Miao tightened unconsciously, as though he feared she might be snatched away.
"Your place is fine, but it's far too rigid!
How old is Little Miao Heng? This is exactly the age when she should be lively and active.
How can she be expected to act like a little old man, bound by rules all day long? How stifling!
I think she should live with me! The world is vast—let her run free!
I'll teach her swordsmanship and let her grasp its sharpness, travel mountains and rivers to understand nature, recognize a hundred herbs and distinguish All Spirits. Wouldn't that be wonderful?
I guarantee her Dao Heart will be clear and her cultivation will advance by leaps and bounds!"
He spoke with animated