At those words, Dongfang Caibai's expression dimmed.
She felt sympathy not only for Zhang Yuan, but even more for herself.
Indeed, she had been formed from one of a True Lord's tails. Even if her talent was not heaven-defying, her aptitude surpassed most people's, which was why she had attained the Celestial Person realm so early.
But what use was attaining the Celestial Person realm early?
Without a genuine True Lord backing her, no matter how great her natural talent, she would never have a chance at seeking truth.
Still, she was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to cultivate under the Deputy Sovereign of Heaven and Earth. She need not worry about being dragged off into reincarnation by a Nether Bureau Inspector eight hundred years later, and could live as long as the heavens, just like the Celestial Persons of the Elder Era.
Li Zhongshuang sipped her tea while Dongfang Caibai silently counted her blessings.
Li Huixi propped her head on her palm, her eyes slightly narrowed as she gazed down into the crystal-clear tea. It was as though she were surveying ten thousand miles of mountains and rivers, piercing every illusion to see Zhang Yuan busily undertaking construction in the Chaos Void.
He's a Celestial Person already. He certainly hasn't been slow. Hmm... he's suffered his share out there lately. Should I drag him back?
Hasn't he been telling everyone outside that his surname is Li? His words have rather become a prophecy.
She had indeed instructed Li Zhongshuang to keep track of Zhang Yuan and report every month, but she occasionally took a look at him herself as well. After all, Zhang Yuan brought her up every so often. With him remembering her so persistently, she could hardly avoid looking even if she wanted to.
At that