Shrouding the Heavens: The Years When I Was the Female Emperor's Strictest Mentor

At this, she completely ignored the Divine Silkworm Princess's objections within the Immortal Platform divine soul. After a slight pause, she blurted out impulsively:

"Would you... be willing to return to Spring Autumn Pavilion with me? I will prepare everything for you there."

However.

Tan Lin shook his head. His deep gaze turned toward the depths of the Chi Family, in the direction of Nourishing Heart Court.

"As for the Immortal Platform, I have my own plans. You need not worry.

"Besides, I still need to remain here and see an elder brother off on his final journey."

Xiang Jun had originally had only one or two months left to live, but under Chi Yushan's care, with Tan Lin occasionally sending a wisp of Origin to nurse him, and Chi Xuan's Primordial Spirit Body personally tending to him every day, his life had miraculously continued until now.

Hearing this, Tianling gave him a deep look and did not press the matter.

She knew that although the person before her had yet to fully become "him," that subconscious will of his—seemingly inborn, engraved into his bones and even the depths of his soul—had never changed.

How could she allow a former Dao Attainer to depend on another for his growth?

That would only limit his future achievements.

She could not, nor was she willing to, force him.

"Alright."

She nodded. The tenderness in her voice vanished, as though she had returned to the lofty detachment of an Ancient Emperor's daughter.

"Since you have your own plans, I will not force you.

"But no matter when, no matter what you encounter, I... will always stand behind you.

"Keep this jade pendant safe. If you face danger, or if you wish to see me, simply crush it."

With that, she placed a moon-white