"Please inform Pavilion Master Tantai that someone entrusted by Gu Sheng wishes to see her."
Shen Qingtian's voice came through the bronze mask, cool and solemn.
The guard captain glanced at the jade token, and his expression instantly became incomparably respectful as he bowed.
"Please wait, honored guests. I will report this at once!"
Daring not to delay, he swiftly turned and entered the pavilion.
Before long, a female steward in an elegant, modest palace dress hurried out and offered Shen Qingtian and Gu Yuanyuan a graceful bow.
"Honored guests, the Pavilion Master invites you in. Please follow me."
Shen Qingtian nodded slightly, took Gu Yuanyuan's hand, and followed the female steward into Linlang Pavilion.
The interior was far more spacious than it appeared from outside. Carved railings and jade masonry adorned the halls, treasures were displayed everywhere, spiritual energy swirled through the air, and every passerby possessed an extraordinary aura.
Gu Yuanyuan's eyes dazzled as she stared around, her little mouth slightly agape.
The female steward did not stop on the first floor, instead leading them directly to a hidden teleportation array.
In a flash of light, the three of them appeared on a quieter floor, where the spiritual energy was so dense it had nearly become tangible.
After passing through several more corridors, they arrived before an elegant, tranquil chamber.
"Pavilion Master, the guests have arrived."
The female steward reported respectfully.
"Come in."
A clear, pleasant voice, seemingly carrying an unusual rhythm, came from within.
The female steward gently pushed open the door and stepped aside. Shen Qingtian entered with Gu Yuanyuan.
The quiet room was simply yet tastefully furnished. A woman stood with her back to them before the window, seemingly looking down at the underground city.
She wore a moon-white gown, her figure slender and graceful.