Biodata
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Ye Ziyun (叶紫芸) |
| Alias(es) | Zi Yun; Yun'er |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | Wind Snow Family; Sacred Orchid Academy; Xian He's Inner World household |
| Occupation/Role | Daughter of City Lord Ye Zong; Sacred Orchid Academy student; Xian He's wife |
| Status | Alive 201 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 72 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze One-star Spirit Master | 110 | Her Soul Power rose from over 80 to over 150 after she consumed Xian He's Precious Blood Mysterious Pill. |
| Legendary Five-star Martial Artist | 146 | Xian He transferred power and qi to Ye Ziyun; by the end of his three-year cycle of transfers, all 1,001 Madams had reached Legendary Five-star Martial Artist rank. |
| Dragon Dao Realm, First Level | 171 | Ye Ziyun and Xiao Ninger, both holders of ninth-grade Heavenly Spirit Roots, reached the first level of the Dragon Dao Realm. |
Background
Ye Ziyun is the daughter of Ye Zong, the City Lord of Radiance. Before meeting Xian He, she longed for the freedom to fly like the clouds rather than remain confined to cultivation at the City Lord's mansion 72. She later requested admission to Sacred Orchid Academy, both to develop herself and to seek the potential guidance of Ancestor Ye Yan; Ye Zong approved her request immediately 93.
She first met Xian He after he sparred Ye Zong to a draw. Concerned for her father, she came to the training ground, where Xian He defended her from Ye Zong's reprimand. His advice about balancing cultivation and exercise was misunderstood by Ye Zong, however, resulting in two additional hours of weighted running each morning and earning Xian He her resentment 73.
At Sacred Orchid Academy, Ye Ziyun attempted to befriend Xiao Ninger and later became comfortable spending time with both Ninger and Xian He 99 100. During the expedition to the Ancient Orchid City Ruins, she chose Black Gold Grade Demonic Crystals for their potential use in equipment crafting and learned to store and summon the sword Li Li Qian Shi through her Soul Sea 122 123.
After Xian He secured Ye Zong's approval, Ye Ziyun married him. Several years spent in the Inner World had allowed her to grow into adulthood before the wedding. She subsequently received Xian He's transferred power and qi and later gave birth to their daughter, whose green Soul Sea granted Xian He a corresponding green Soul Sea 146.
Appearance
Ye Ziyun is depicted as an elegant young woman with purple hair, fair jade-like skin, and a refined bearing associated with the City Lord's family. When she first observed Xian He's spar with Ye Zong, her purple hair and white silk dress fluttered in the wind, giving her the appearance of a celestial maiden 72.
- Purple hair; later wears a purple short skirt alongside Xiao Ninger's orange dress 171.
- Described with delicate moth eyebrows, a pointed chin, pearly teeth, and ruby lips on her wedding night 146.
- Often carries herself with reserved grace, though her emotions readily show through blushes, glares, and pouting 73 118.
Personality
Ye Ziyun is independent-minded and determined to shape her own future. Her decision to attend Sacred Orchid Academy comes from personal initiative, despite the superior tutors and resources available at the City Lord's mansion 93. She also cares deeply about Ye Zong, even when his strictness leaves her feeling hurt or misunderstood 73 109.
She is kind and socially considerate, taking the initiative to greet Xiao Ninger and allowing Huyan Lanruo to join the expedition's rickshaw despite their lack of closeness 99 113. Her kindness has limits: she openly defended Xiao Ninger from Shen Xiu's accusations, publicly rejected Shen Yue's claim that she was his fiancée, and kicked him when he approached her too familiarly 102 112.
Ye Ziyun can be jealous and stubborn, particularly concerning Xian He's interactions with Huyan Lanruo. She resented Huyan's forward advances and reacted sharply when Xian He treated her affectionately 118. She is also fiercely protective of Xiao Ninger, escalating a fight with Nie Yu after Ninger was accidentally struck 185.
Abilities & Skills
Spirit Cultivation
Ye Ziyun possesses a ninth-grade Heavenly Spirit Root and eventually reaches the first level of the Dragon Dao Realm 171.
- Consumed the Precious Blood Mysterious Pill without hesitation, gaining more than 60 Soul Power and reaching Bronze One-star Spirit Master 110.
- Received Xian He's power-and-qi transmission, ultimately becoming a Legendary Five-star Martial Artist alongside the other Madams 146.
- Her Heavenly Spirit Root supports her Dragon Dao Realm cultivation 171.
Soul Sea Weapon Storage
Ye Ziyun can store and summon weapons through her Soul Sea.
- Li Li Qian Shi entered her brow and was stored within her Soul Sea 123.
- She quickly learned to summon and dismiss Li Li Qian Shi through focused thought 123.
Divine Sword: Ghost God Haze
Ye Ziyun later wields the Divine Sword Ghost God Haze in combat 201.
- Used the technique Fang Tian Decree against the Seven-Colored Dragon Lizard.
- The sword emitted purple light and adhered to the beast's descending claw like a magnet 201.
Equipment Knowledge
Ye Ziyun understands the practical value of Demonic Crystals.
- Chose several Black Gold Grade Demonic Crystals from the Ancient Orchid City Ruins rather than conventional jewelry or clothing.
- Identified Demonic Crystals as materials for crafting high-quality weapons and armor 122.
Equipment
- Li Li Qian Shi — A sword stored and summoned through Ye Ziyun's Soul Sea 123.
- Ghost God Haze — Divine Sword used with Fang Tian Decree 201.
- Immortal Talisman — Given by Xian He; protects her from attacks below the Dragon Dao Realm and can withstand three attacks from a Dragon Dao Realm expert 118 145.
- Black Gold Grade Demonic Crystals — Collected for possible weapon or armor crafting 122.
Relationships
- Xian He — Initially meets him through Ye Zong's sparring session; their relationship develops from mutual interest and friction into marriage. He gives her cultivation resources, protection, and a power-and-qi transfer 73 109 118 146.
- Ye Zong — Her strict but supportive father and the City Lord of Radiance. He approves her enrollment at Sacred Orchid Academy and later consents to her marriage with Xian He 93 145.
- Xue Yin — Her stepmother. Xue Yin cares for Ye Ziyun, though Ye Ziyun maintains some emotional distance because Xue Yin is not her biological mother 109.
- Xiao Ninger — Close friend, academy classmate, fellow wife of Xian He, and someone Ye Ziyun fiercely protects 99 102 171 185.
- Hua Xiao Die — Her maid and companion. Ye Ziyun teases Xiao Die for being infatuated with strong men, but the two share a familiar and playful bond 73 111.
- Huyan Lanruo — Family friend and later fellow wife of Xian He. Ye Ziyun is considerate toward her but becomes jealous of her pursuit of Xian He 113 118 125.
- Shen Yue — An unwanted suitor whom Ye Ziyun openly rejects after he calls her his fiancée 112.
- Nie Yu — Fellow Madam and frequent rival; the two engage in a stubborn physical quarrel at the Lingyu Divine Pool 185.
- Unnamed daughter — Her daughter with Xian He possesses a green Soul Sea 146.
Notable Quotes
“Father, I want to attend Sacred Orchid Academy.” 93
“Who’s your fiancée? Watch your mouth, or I’ll tear it off if you spout any more nonsense!” 112
“Demonic Crystals can be used to craft excellent weapons and armor. Didn't you know that?” 122