Several months had passed at Heavenly Tribulation.
Thunderclouds churned, silver light bursting forth and blotting out the daylight. It was the Awakening of Insects, and the insects in the mountains were gradually waking amid the thunder.
Below stood an ancient, unadorned hall, with pine incense burning inside. A Daoist in a dark black robe sat in the principal seat at the front. His bearing was steady without losing its edge, and his gaze was gentle as he looked at the arrivals.
A man in blue stood quietly, with a girl in a black dress beside him. She was about eight, with pitch-black eyes and delicate, intelligent features. A black jade spirit pendant hung from her neck.
"Shu Han, pay your respects to your grandmaster."
Liu Xingfang spoke with a smile. The girl beside him stepped forward gracefully, showing no shyness as she openly knelt and bowed, respectfully addressing Xu Xuan as her grandmaster.
Xu Xuan nodded, a trace of amusement in his eyes. He lifted the girl with his magical power, and after a brief examination, his smile deepened.
"A spirit root measuring one foot and two inches?"
"Indeed."
Liu Xingfang stepped forward, looking pleased himself. His gaze softened further as he looked at his daughter.
Both of Liu Shu Han's parents were outstanding in appearance and talent, yet she was the blue that surpassed the indigo from which it came. Her talent exceeded even theirs, all but guaranteeing that she would reach Foundation Establishment.
Xu Xuan asked the child a few questions. Her answers flowed effortlessly, and she even offered several witty remarks that made him laugh.
"Exceptional talent and a finely wrought mind. No wonder the Wu Household wants Shu Han registered under its main branch."
He had not opposed this. The Wu Household was already close to