Above Meng Continent.
The flickering azure light suddenly stopped, and the ceaselessly howling wind fell still. Only two figures remained standing quietly in midair, and Xu Xuan's words had only just faded.
"It is a good thing that Mingdu aspires to the orthodox path."
Cave Azure smiled, as though what they had just discussed was unimportant, then turned toward the verdant mountain.
"Oh? Is he coming out of seclusion?"
Xu Xuan's gaze immediately sharpened, flecks of violet aura gathering as he said:
"Didn't you say he would need some more time-"
"I miscalculated."
Cave Azure's voice was utterly calm, but Xu Xuan heard another meaning beneath it.
"Since my son has joined Eastern Azure, his future cultivation will still depend on your sect's guidance."
"We will certainly do our utmost."
In that instant, the two reached a certain understanding. Though Xu Xuan could not seek to claim Gu Che's position, Mu Sheng might well be able to.
A faint azure light descended from above, mingling with the qi of jia wood as it flowed into the cave abode.
The Violet Marsh churned, and thunder ran wild.
A purple flood dragon burst through the stone doors and soared into the sky, baring his fangs and brandishing his claws. Then he assumed human form again and landed before Xu Xuan and Cave Azure. "Father, Sect Master."
Perhaps Mu Sheng had taken some precious medicine, for he had grown much faster than his younger sister. He now looked like an adolescent and had smoothly cultivated his immortal foundation. "Not bad. That was certainly quick."
A faint smile touched Xu Xuan's face as he examined his son's dharma body. It was incredibly sturdy and could undergo Soaring Transformation freely, even approaching the physique Xu Xuan had possessed during Foundation Establishment!
Mu Sheng had inherited