After learning how Wen Qingfei had advanced, Fang Qianyuan could not help paying closer attention to her cultivation. Although she belonged to the Wen clan, the clan was itself a member of the Aristocratic Clan Alliance. If she could develop her abilities, she would ultimately be of considerable use.
Fang Qianyuan knew that Wen Qingfei had given her heart to him and still harbored feelings for him. He did not want those feelings tainted by too much self-interest, so for the moment, he had yet to decide how to arrange things.
Still, whether for public or personal reasons, helping such a gifted young cultivator improve would bring considerable benefits. As he offered her guidance, Fang Qianyuan said, "Our Azure Cloud Sect possesses some Bug Master secret arts of the insect path. They might help you deepen your understanding of your Queen Bee and draw out its potential. I'll have someone make a copy for you later."
"Would that really be all right?" Wen Qingfei asked, half delighted and half worried.
"Why wouldn't it be? I'm an elder of the Azure Cloud Sect, and I've made outstanding contributions. My authority far exceeds that of a true disciple. Still, teaching secret arts requires a proper justification, so let this be your reward for joining us in battle and becoming a guest elder."
Fang Qianyuan thought for a moment, then added, "The divine abilities and spells you currently command have more than enough killing power, but they fall a little short when it comes to protecting you. I'll find a way to obtain a defensive divine ability or spell for you, or find some other means to make up for it."
As he spoke, a figure walked in from outside.
It was Li Yan, dressed in red and carrying a longsword.
She glanced