After helping Li Ling'er to her feet, Elder Qingxuan took a bottle of pills from his robes.
"These are high-grade Profound-tier Foundation-Nourishing Pills. They can help you break through quickly. Consider them your master's gift upon our first meeting."
"Thank you, Master."
Li Ling'er accepted them openly and without hesitation.
Elder Qingxuan instructed Wu Chuanfeng, "Feng'er, have the Dewdrop Courtyard in the north of the river cleared out for your junior sister to live in."
"Yes, Master!"
Dewdrop Courtyard was one of the finest courtyards within Elder Qingxuan's palace. Even Wu Chuanfeng and the others were not permitted to live there.
For Elder Qingxuan to give it to Li Ling'er showed how much he valued her—or rather, how much he valued Li Xuancang.
All of this was for Ouyang De to see. When the time came, Ouyang De would naturally relay it to Li Xuancang.
It was not that Elder Qingxuan was so mercenary, but Li Xuancang's cultivation talent had left him utterly astounded.
At such a young age, he had already reached the Profound Connection Realm. He would never remain where he was, and no one could imagine just how far Li Xuancang would go in the future.
Making friends with him in advance might prove crucial someday.
He was merely offering a few small favors. Why not?
"Miss, this subordinate must return as soon as possible to report this joyous news to my lord."
His purpose fulfilled, Ouyang De intended to return to Sweet Spring Commandery.
"Brother Ouyang, take care on your journey."
Li Ling'er also understood the sect's rules. Ouyang De could not stay for long.
"Elder Qingxuan, I shall take my leave."
Ouyang De clasped his hands lightly toward Elder Qingxuan in farewell.
"Safe travels, Fellow Daoist. Please convey my regards to Lord Li."
"Certainly."
Ouyang