Wild Intent (Part One)

Blue waters and blue skies. Upon the Clear Water River, a great black pavilion ship drifted slowly downstream, passing from the border of Yuefu Territory.

A young Daoist stood aboard the ship with his hands behind his back, quietly watching the river below. He wore white robes and a green crown, with a slightly curved golden longsword strapped to his back. Coupled with his gentle, pure features, he gave off the spotless innocence of a newborn babe.

At that moment, a soft and beautiful woman emerged from the ship's pavilion. She looked up at the sky, dressed in a pale yellow gown with a white shawl draped over her shoulders, then gracefully walked to the Daoist's side.

Neither spoke. They merely embraced softly.

The Daoist lifted the woman's chin and gently kissed her cherry lips, speaking affectionately.

"Wan Er, weren't you studying the pill formula? How did you find the time to come out?"

The woman pouted and coquettishly said,

"Grandfather. Don't you like Wan Er coming to see you?"

The Daoist immediately shook his head.

"How could Grandfather dislike seeing Wan Er? It's only that the journey is long, and the wind on the ship is strong. Be careful not to catch a chill."

The woman lowered her head, her face reddening slightly.

"If I catch a chill, won't Grandfather warm Wan Er up?"

The two embraced tightly, sharing another passionate kiss, tongues entwined.

"We're about to reach Spirit Heart Mountain Manor. This time, by Master's command, if we discover anything unusual, we must thoroughly purge the entire manor." The Daoist's expression turned solemn.

"Did Grandmaster issue any criteria for determining it?" the woman asked.

"Of course not." The Daoist smiled. "We'll simply act according to circumstances."

"What does acting according to circumstances mean?"

"If we truly find that