Taiyi Dao Fruit

When the moon reached its zenith, the plans were set, and everyone dispersed, either finding places to meditate or to close their eyes and focus on their Breathing Control to nurture their spirit.

Due to the heavy smell of blood, a magic barrier was particularly arranged for isolation.

Jiang Li and his two disciples naturally stayed together. They found a secluded spot and used magic to create a house out of earth, shaping it with Divine Sense into a modest but not shabby dwelling, which was quite a decent place.

"It's still a bit crude, only suitable for temporary rest."

Gongsun Qingyue looked around and said in a light tone, "It's good that we have the Mirror World. Later, I'll go inside to bathe and wash off the smell of blood. Junior Brother, would you like to come?"

Though she addressed him as Junior Brother, her implication seemed to focus on someone specific.

The Heavenly Mirror Fragment had its limits, allowing only fifth-rank and lower individuals inside; Tianxuan, of course, couldn't enter.

Thus, Gongsun Qingyue's intention was for her and Jiang Li to go inside, possibly to enjoy some playful moments in the water, leaving Tianxuan to sit outside.

"Once things here are settled, you and Jiang Li will have time to be intimate."

Tianxuan, however, smiled and cursed without showing any sign of disturbance, then looked at Jiang Li and said, "This time, when Master returns to the Divine Capital, Ji Lingguang should, on behalf of the Royal Family, announce your engagement to Qing Yue. Once this is done, you and Qing Yue should marry in the Divine Capital and also introduce yourselves to the other members of the Gongsun Family."

"My good friend, who is also a member of the Gongsun Family, used to talk about you quite often. She should be coming too; you can catch up then."

Tianxuan's dear friend...

'Could the friend you're talking about be yourself?'

Jiang Li thought to himself, watching the verbal exchange between his Mentor and fellow apprentice.

Thinking this, Jiang Li's reaction was inevitably slower, letting Gongsun Qingyue, who knew him inside and out, catch a hint.

The dear friend? Isn't that Gongsun Yuanxi?

Gongsun Qingyue reached the same conclusion as Jiang Li and realized Tianxuan's intention.

He was leading Jiang Li to seek out Gongsun Yuanxi and might even be deliberately guiding Jiang Li to gradually discover Yuan Xi's identity.

Gongsun Qingyue immediately grew anxious.

"There might still be followers of the Sect Leader in the family; caution would be prudent. From my perspective, we should assess the stances of family members before trusting them," Gongsun Qingyue said composedly.

But Tianxuan, who had trained her, could see her urgency.

"Silly girl, don't you trust your Mentor's judgment?" Tianxuan said with a light smile. "You should know that this Junior Brother of yours was chosen by me. Besides, as the future leader of the family, how could family members not witness your marriage?"

Her words implied as if Jiang Li was a groom chosen by her, Tianxuan.

Gongsun Qingyue clenched her teeth secretly, thinking that the sly old fox just couldn't hold back.

Although she had made preparations early on, Gongsun Qingyue still felt unstable in her Mental State after Tianxuan made a move; moreover, the Old Demon's skills were too superior. Continuing like this, Gongsun Qingyue thought she might even lose her rightful place.

"A friend in the family? I've never heard of this elder before," Gongsun Qingyue said, showing curiosity.

It looked like she was curious about the identity of this friend, but in reality, Gongsun Qingyue clearly knew who this so-called friend was; this was a threat against Tianxuan.

"You want to guide, step by step? Here, I'll just spill your identity; let's see who ends up embarrassed."

Moreover, she couldn't reveal that she was already prepared to surrender halfway. If Tianxuan knew Gongsun Qingyue was yielding before fighting, she might lose completely. The necessary display had to be maintained.

This is called seeking peace through war.

However, Tianxuan remained calm and composed, replying, "That's because she has always acted under the identity of one of the Nineteen Demons of the Devil God Sect, not convenient to reveal her family identity. She is named 'Gongsun Yuan Xi,' and she is my handkerchief friend; Qing Yue, you should call her Mistress."

She casually mentioned Gongsun Yuan Xi, showing no sign of anomaly.

And Jiang Li, cooperating well, showed a slight change in expression, clearly disturbed by the name "Gongsun Yuan Xi."

Gongsun Qingyue felt as if she had been slapped in the face.

It was like the day she knew Tianxuan would watch through Xiao Tian, yet stubbornly took Jiang Li into Tianxuan's boudoir. Now, it seemed the wheel had turned; thirty years on one bank, thirty years on the other, now it was Tianxuan's turn to slap faces openly.

Discussing Jiang Li's first woman in front of Gongsun Qingyue, especially when Gongsun Qingyue knew this woman was actually present but couldn't mention it.

No matter how anxious she was, she had to endure.

'The old sly fox feels invincible? She's shameless?' Gongsun Qingyue muttered to herself.

'Young brash girl is externally strong but internally weak, not to be feared.' Tianxuan sat securely as if fishing, confident in her plans.

Jiang Li, on the other hand, appeared oblivious, hesitating to speak, wanting to inquire about Gongsun Yuan Xi but not daring to ask, ultimately remaining an observer.

But as an observer, he saw things clearly; he felt his spine stiffen, sensing his status in the Sect was precarious.

'On one hand, guiding me to suspect her identity, intending to investigate; on the other hand, the fabrication of Gongsun Yuan Xi provoked my Senior Sister into mistakes out of urgency.'

Jiang Li inwardly drew a cold breath, 'Such strong aggression.'

Once Tianxuan decided to take the initiative, her aggression was so overwhelming that Gongsun Qingyue simply couldn't resist. Leading Jiang Li to probe the identity while forcing Gongsun Qingyue, she achieved her goals and made her disobedient disciple suffer.