At Upright Yang Peak, a large number of believers were blocked outside the mountain gate.
The believers behind, unaware of what was happening, craned their necks to look ahead, some even shouting to inquire about the situation.
Soon, a deep, resonant voice came from ahead, announcing that the mountain was closed today and that no worshippers or pilgrims would be received; please come another day.
The Daoist priest repeated the words several times, his voice carrying from the mountainside all the way down to the foot of the mountain, and all the Shangxin the mountain path heard him clearly.
Many believers had left, but some who had nothing else to do stood on the mountain path discussing why the mountain had been suddenly closed.
At the beginning of the hour of Si (9-11 AM), a large cavalry force arrived on the mountain road. The cavalrymen in front cleared the way and slowly advanced along the mountain road.
The Shangxin the mountain road. Even if they didn't know what "clearing the way" meant, they knew that such an imposing procession belonged to high-ranking officials, and that blocking the road would have very serious consequences.
Numerous knights, each clad in gleaming armor, protected Princess Taihe and Yin Que in the center.
Princess Taihe had changed back into her blue long gown and was now wearing a veiled hat. Yin Que, also wearing a large hat, followed beside Princess Taihe.
On both sides were numerous guards and attendants, with the outermost layer consisting of guards from the prefect's faction.
True Person Zhihua was already waiting at the mountain gate with her people. Beside her was Zhou Wuji, and behind her were Zhixing, Zhiyuan, Yang Tie Ying, Wuleng, and others.
When the princess arrived, True Person Zhihua- Third Rank True Person was required to go to the mountain gate to greet her, as a sign of respect.
The believers on both sides stared wide-eyed; they didn't recognize anyone else, but many of them knew Zhou Wuji.
Looking again at the leader, True Person Zhihua, dressed in a magnificent purple-gold Daoist robe and wearing a purple-gold five-pronged crown, one could tell that this stunningly beautiful Daoist nun was a high-ranking sorcerer.
Princess Taihe and her entourage dismounted together at the mountain gate. Surrounded by guards and attendants, Princess Taihe and Yin Que appeared even more extraordinary.
True Person Zhihua stepped forward and bowed respectfully, saying, "This humble Zhihua, along with the cultivators of the Upper Court, pays respects to Her Princess Taihe."
Princess Taihe Yin Le had already removed her veil, and she nodded slightly in acknowledgment. " True Person, esteemed Daoists, there's no need for such formalities."
All eyes were on the princess, especially on Wuming and Wuleng, who were carefully observing her appearance and figure.
Seeing Princess Taihe's delicate and beautiful features, and her elegant and refined temperament, Wuming and Wuleng were filled with complex emotions.
They couldn't help but look at Zhou Wuji ahead. Even from behind, Zhou Wuji tall and slender figure far surpassed that of the surrounding Daoists, and they couldn't help but like him no matter how they looked at him...
Princess Taihe Yin Le paid no attention to the gazes of those around her. Her eyes fell on Zhou Wuji, and she smiled slightly, "Daoist Master, we meet again."
Zhou Wuji bowed deeply and said, "This humble Daoist greets Your Highness. May the Northern Emperor protect you, and may Your Highness Wuyou good health, longevity, Qingning."
In front of so many people, Zhou Wuji couldn't joke around with Yin Le. He properly performed his greetings and blessings according to etiquette.
Yin Le could understand Zhou Wuji. As a princess, she could be more approachable, but if Zhou Wuji joked with her, it would seem frivolous.
Yin Que watched silently from the side; she was also very kind to Zhou Wuji.
As Third Rank martial artist, she knew all too well that there were limits to an individual's martial prowess in large-scale battles.
Cultivators are even more suppressed by the Qi and Blood and qi of the army, making them almost useless in large-scale battles.
Zhou Wuji was merely a Fourth Rank cultivator, yet he was able to break through an army with his sword; this was truly unbelievable.
Observing Zhou Wuji up close, all she could see was Zhou Wuji long, steady breath. Apart from that, all she could see was his exceptionally handsome face and his refined and elegant demeanor.
Even standing next to True Person Zhihua, Zhou Wuji was still dazzling, even possessing an added touch of the refined elegance of a cultivator.
This young Daoist priest is so beautiful! With just that face, he could make countless women in the world fall in love.
Yin Que was starting to worry. If Yin Le fell for this Daoist priest, it would be a real problem!
She didn't think she was worrying unnecessarily. Someone like Zhou Wuji, Yin Le wouldn't dislike him!
After exchanging a few polite words at the mountain gate, True Person Zhihua and Zhou Wuji accompanied them, leading Princess Taihe and her entourage up the mountain.
After the important figures left, the believers in front of the mountain gate started discussing it.
Some of the believers were martial artists, and since neither side was speaking in secret, those with sharp ears could hear everything clearly.
"That's a princess!"
"It looks like Princess Taihe?"
"Princess, tsk tsk..."
"Is that Princess Taihe, who is on a secret visit to Golden Sands Fort...?"
"The princess went to the front to investigate the barbarian situation, but was trapped by them. This princess was also worried about the affairs of the state..."
The believers had all sorts of opinions, but of course, no one dared to speak carelessly or recklessly in such a place.
The believers couldn't go up the mountain to offer incense, but they were all extremely excited to see such a lively scene.
The news that Princess Taihe had visited Jingyang Upper Court to offer incense spread very quickly...
At the North Pole Heavenly Emperor Hall, Yin Le knelt before the statue of the Heavenly Emperor, praying and worshipping devoutly.
After the incense offering ceremony was completed, True Person Zhiyun led Yin Le and Yin Que to a side hall for tea, leaving only True Person Zhihua and Zhou Wuji to accompany them.
True Person Zhiyun did not concern himself with worldly affairs, he still had to step forward to entertain the princess so as not to be impolite.
Yin Le moistened her lips with tea and said to True Person Zhiyun, "I have come to the Upper Court to offer incense for three reasons: first, to express my gratitude to the Northern Emperor for his protection; second, to pay my respects to all the Venerable Masters; and third, to thank Master Hong for saving my life."
Zhou Wuji, who was accompanying him, rose and bowed, saying, "Your Highness is too kind. I am ashamed."
Yin Le stood up and bowed slightly in a deep bow. "I am deeply grateful for your great kindness, Daoist Master. This Azure Cloud Treasure Robe was made by a master craftsman from the Weaving Bureau. I present it to you as a small token of my appreciation."
The Black Tortoise Secret Guards presented an exquisite wooden box with both hands, which Yin Le accepted and personally handed to Zhou Wuji.
When Zhou Wuji heard about the Azure Cloud Treasure Robe, he was overjoyed. Yin Le was a good person; he didn't play games and gave away real treasures!
Although it's not about Sky Silk Sword, it still sounds pretty good.
He didn't stand on ceremony any longer, accepted the wooden box, and said, "Your Highness's gift is too generous; this humble Daoist is unworthy of it."
Yin Le was in a good mood after giving out the gift.
Unfortunately, there were too many outsiders here, so it wasn't appropriate to talk to my husband much.
As the abbot, True Person Zhiyun also rose and bowed to express his gratitude, conveying a few polite words on behalf of Zhou Wuji and the Upper Court.
Yin Le also praised the Upper Court, praising True Person Zhiyun and effective teaching, and how all the cultivators under his tutelage were extraordinary, and so on...
Even if it was just polite talk, it carried a different weight because it came from Princess Taihe, True Person Zhiyun found it quite pleasing.
For a time, both host and guests enjoyed themselves immensely.
Yin Le then presented a thousand taels of gold and ten bolts of brocade as payment for incense oil.
Around noon, Yin Le and his entourage left the Upper Court and returned to the Prefectural Government.
After seeing Yin Le off, Zhou Wuji was stopped by True Person Zhihua, who said, "Let me see your Azure Cloud Treasure Robe."
Zhou Wuji didn't expect that True Person Zhihua would be interested in this. He took out a wooden box from his Five Spirit Pouch, opened it, and saw the Azure Cloud Treasure Robe.
Just as he had thought, this cross-collar, right-fastening royal blue robe was very similar to the one Yin Le was wearing, only slightly different in size and style.
True Person Zhihua touched the material of the Azure Cloud Treasure Robe, then picked it up and shook it. She clicked her tongue in admiration. " The Azure Cloud Treasure Robe is a treasure made by the Weaving Bureau bureau. It is said to be woven with the Thirteen-Silk Weaving Secret Method, and there are even embroidery masters who have embroidered runes inside the threads."
" The Azure Cloud Treasure Robe is as soft as clouds and as supple as water, and is divided into different grades according to Secret Method runes and materials."
"Such precious garments can only be made by the Weaving Bureau; they are extremely valuable!"
True Person Zhihua spoke, he circulated his True Qi, activating the runes deep within the precious garment. Layer upon layer of precious light shone, making the garment shine brilliantly.
"The three incantations of 'Dust Avoidance,' ' Clear Breeze,' and 'Flying Cloud,' along with the Big Dipper Heavenly Gang True Incantation,' are very suitable for you. With the addition of a true-rank incantation, you'll be at least Fourth Rank."
She glanced at Zhou Wuji as she spoke, "What are you so nervous about? Do you think I'd steal your precious robe?"
Zhou Wuji looked completely innocent. "I didn't!"
He then said generously, " True Person likes it, then it's True Person."
The Azure Cloud Treasure Robe is indeed a good item, but it's nothing compared to the Northern Dipper Seven Star Sword.
His Heavenly Puppet rank is higher than that of the Azure Cloud Treasure Robe, which is actually sufficient for his needs.
True Person Zhihua laughed, "You're quite generous."
" True Person me immense kindness, and these mere material gifts are nothing compared to what you have done for me." Zhou Wuji spoke sincerely.
"Forget it, I dare not accept the token of love that the princess gave you," True Person Zhihua teased.
She has a free and unrestrained personality, and even if the other party is a princess, it doesn't stop her from casually teasing and joking.
Zhou Wuji did not refute this; instead, he agreed, saying, "The princess is an excellent person, beautiful inside and out. What a pity..."
True Person Zhihua waved his hand dismissively, saying, "You actually took it seriously? Alright, take your precious robe and get lost..."
Princess Taihe and Yin Que returned to the prefectural government. After making some arrangements, Yin Que took Princess Taihe and left first.
Yin Que possessed profound cultivation, and his precious robes were imbued with the Ten-Thousand-Li Divine Movement True Talisman. Even while carrying the princess, he returned to Heavenly Capital after three days.
As soon as Yin Le returned to her Changle Palace, a palace attendant came to summon her for an audience.
She quickly washed up and changed her clothes before heading to the Funing Palace.
"Father, your son has returned." Yin Le knelt before the emperor at the desk and bowed deeply.
With no outsiders in the study, Yin Le addressed him more intimately and casually in private.
Emperor Tianhong, Yin Ming, is sixty-five years old this year. His temples are slightly white, he has long eyebrows and a long beard, and he wears a long robe with gold and red dragon patterns. He has a gentle and refined temperament, as well as the noble air of an emperor who has long held a high position.
Emperor Tianhong smiled upon seeing his most beloved daughter. He put down his brush and beckoned to Yin Le, "Le'er, come here..."
When Yin Le arrived, Emperor Tianhong looked him up and down and sighed, "You've only been away for a few dozen days, and you've already become so thin."
Yin Le said softly, "It's alright, the servants are all quite dedicated, it's just that the journey is inevitably tiring."
Emperor Tianhong nodded slightly, then pondered for a moment before asking, "What about the Wang Household?"
"My uncle's family is all nice, but they're not strict enough with the younger generation."
Yin Le was still in a bit of a dilemma. She actually disliked her uncle's family's arrogance and extravagance, but after all, he was her uncle, and she couldn't say anything bad about him.
Father asked this because someone had complained. My cousin is indeed foolish and wicked, but there's nothing we can do about it.
She could only say, "My son wanted to go to the front lines to see the barbarians, so he deliberately indulged his cousin, but we can't blame her."
Emperor Tianhong smiled, then asked, "You've seen the barbarians too, what do you think?"
"The barbarians are as rude as wild beasts, but they are very good at fighting. They should not be underestimated," Yin Le replied solemnly.
"These barbarians are so powerful, how could a mere Fourth Rank Daoist break through a thousand armies with his sword?" Emperor Tianhong asked again.
"Master Zhou's Swordsmanship is unparalleled. Speaking solely of Swordsmanship, I believe he has already established his own school and can be considered a grandmaster. Moreover, he also possesses the Sky Silk Sword..."
Yin Le said very seriously, "Perhaps the Daoist sect is about to produce another First Rank sword immortal!"
Emperor Tianhong chuckled. In his eyes, First Rank swordsman wasn't that remarkable. He just found the boy's serious demeanor quite amusing.
He thought for a moment and said, "Since he values you and saved your life, he should be rewarded handsomely..."
Yin Le, holding Emperor Tianhong's hand, said happily, "Thank you, Father!"
Emperor Tianhong glanced at Yin Le's beaming face, and a sense of unease crept into his heart. Had this child truly fallen for that Daoist priest? This wouldn't do...