Chapter 1186: Chapter 1183: Reunion
“Come, call me Lord or Young Master, let me hear.”
Ye Xuan spoke leisurely.
With one sentence, he instantly shattered Zhu Xiuxiu’s budding affection for Ye Xuan.
However, as someone who keeps promises, Zhu Xiuxiu kept her word and finally called out, “Young Master.”
Compared to Lord and Young Master, she felt Young Master was more acceptable.
“Good girl.”
Ye Xuan grinned.
Zhu Xiuxiu snorted coldly, turned her head away, and her ponytail swished behind her, making her look somewhat cute and charming.
“Focus on your cultivation at Floating Mountain, your master will leave first.”
Ye Xuan no longer teased Zhu Xiuxiu, he said slowly.
“You’re leaving?” Zhu Xiuxiu turned to look at Ye Xuan, brow furrowed.
“That’s right.” Ye Xuan nodded slightly.
“Where to?” Zhu Xiuxiu pressed for details.
“Why, you want to come along?” Ye Xuan retorted.
“No!” Zhu Xiuxiu declared firmly.
“Then what are you asking for?” Ye Xuan said grumpily.
Zhu Xiuxiu was instantly flustered.
But soon, she added, “Oh right, Lu’er asked me to pass on a message, someone named East Desolate Wolf is looking for you outside Floating Mountain.”
Ye Xuan nodded; he had long been aware of East Desolate Wolf’s arrival.
However, for this former traitor, Ye Xuan held little affection and felt it was fine to let him wait for a while.
“Are you really leaving? What about Zhou Youwei?” Zhu Xiuxiu frowned, looking at Ye Xuan.
“She will remain to bear the Dao Ding. Moreover, since you are now my maid, I give you the first task: do not let anyone obstruct her in bearing the Dao Ding.” Ye Xuan’s expression turned cold, his tone calm but carrying an undeniable authority.
Zhu Xiuxiu initially intended to retort, but upon hearing this, she unusually nodded in agreement without any rebuttal.
“Go ahead.” Ye Xuan waved his hand.
Zhu Xiuxiu obediently left.
Ye Xuan returned to Floating Mountain and set off, accompanied by Qiao Xinyu and Mountain Ridge Venerable.
Upon reaching Eternal Road, Ji Ziqing appeared.
Ji Ziqing wore a light green dress, her features delicate, a standard oval face—undoubtedly a peerless beauty.
However, after ascending to the Saint Master’s position, Ji Ziqing’s attire was no longer as bold as before, appearing more gentle and graceful, yet still retaining the majesty of the Saint Master.
“Young Master.”
Seeing Ye Xuan arrive, Ji Ziqing stepped forward, bowing in greeting, and spoke softly.
Ye Xuan lightly waved his hand, signaling Mountain Ridge Venerable and Qiao Xinyu to go ahead.
Once the two left, Ye Xuan spoke quietly, “Did you specifically wait here for me?”
Ji Ziqing was now the Saint Master of Floating Mountain, yet she was unaccompanied by any strong escort; even the hidden powerful guardians were absent, clearly her deliberate decision to face Ye Xuan alone.
“I knew you would leave today, so I came to see you off.”
Ji Ziqing flashed a charming smile and spoke softly.
Ye Xuan smiled slightly, “There’s no need for that, helping you to the Saint Master’s position was just a favor in passing. I only promised to assist you in being recognized by the ‘Zhou Yi Book,’ while you complete what you need to.”
Upon hearing this, Ji Ziqing collected herself, bowed, and said, “Young Master, your great kindness is ingrained in my heart, never to be forgotten!”
Ye Xuan chuckled, “Aren’t you afraid of the old monsters of your Ji Family finding out?”
Ji Ziqing shook her head, “Young Master, that’s a jest. Given Ancestor Ji Lengyue’s attitude towards you, it’s known that they are actually more aware of your identity than I am.”
Ye Xuan restrained his smile and nodded satisfactorily, “Where’s Ji Lengyue? Why hasn’t she come to see me off?”
Ji Ziqing replied respectfully, “According to Young Master, Ancestor Ji Lengyue is interrogating the White Fox King and Qitian Sea Emperor about matters concerning the Evil God Sect. She encountered some challenges, so she couldn’t make it here and asked me to greet Young Master on her behalf.”
Ye Xuan said, “Don’t worry too much about the Evil God Sect for now. After the battle half a month ago, there must be significant internal problems there.”
“However, one thing to be wary of is the loosening Heavenly Dao Suppression; be alert to potential harm from Ji Zifan’s lineage.”
“Thank you for the advice,” Ji Ziqing bowed.
“I’ll leave Youwei in your care.” Ye Xuan stepped away.
Only when Ye Xuan had gone far did Ji Ziqing straighten up, her eyes full of reverence.
Although she wasn’t fully aware of Ye Xuan’s real identity, Ancestor Ji Lengyue had hinted at a few things, making her understand that Ye Xuan’s identity far exceeded her expectations.
Why didn’t Ancestor Ji Lengyue come?
Was it really just due to interrogating the White Fox King?
Ji Ziqing didn’t deny it, but she understood the deeper meaning, knowing Ancestor Ji Lengyue intended for her to foster closer ties with Ye Xuan and form stronger bonds of friendship.
……
Outside Floating Mountain.
East Desolate Wolf had already been waiting for many days.
Accompanying him were Ao Rulong and Xu Zhengtao.
Despite waiting for many days, none of them dared exhibit any impatience.
Especially East Desolate Wolf.
Since returning under Ye Xuan’s command, he had been dutiful, fulfilling all his obligations.
He understood that his survival wasn’t solely because he endured the three days in Soul Prison to prove his worth.
But also because Emperor Ye had other plans.
East Desolate Wolf knew that on the day the Double Emperors descend, he will face them.
So he needed to continuously grow stronger.
Only then could he prove he has greater value.
His solitary shortcut to becoming stronger, strong enough to face the Double Emperors, was to display unwavering loyalty to Emperor Ye.
Loyalty to the extent that Emperor Ye no longer viewed him as a traitor!
This path would be arduous.
But it was his sole path.
Thus, East Desolate Wolf had no choice.
He was acutely aware that perhaps in Emperor Ye’s mind, he was simply a dog that could bite.
Thus, he needed to sharpen his claws and fangs.
Anyone who dared disrespect Emperor Ye would be mercilessly torn apart!
At that moment.
East Desolate Wolf suddenly stood up, looking at the sky dome.
There, three figures were descending.
It was Emperor Ye, along with the woman who once harshly taught him a lesson!
And another…
Mountain Clan?
East Desolate Wolf slightly raised an eyebrow, instinctively sensing a threat.
This Mountain Clan powerhouse, was he the Master’s new subordinate…?
East Desolate Wolf wondered to himself.
“Master.”
As Ye Xuan descended, East Desolate Wolf immediately stepped forward, dropped to one knee, and bowed his head respectfully.
“Young Master.”
Ao Rulong and Xu Zhengtao also hurriedly stepped forward to pay respect.
“Report on some recent events.” Ye Xuan spoke calmly.
Ao Rulong and Xu Zhengtao stood obediently aside, while East Desolate Wolf delivered the report.
They were now merely his subordinates and had no qualification to speak directly to Ye Xuan.
After nearly half a year apart, seeing Ye Xuan again, they could sense that Ye Xuan was becoming stronger.
Stronger to the point of inducing fear.
Already beyond the level they could achieve now.
“Master, Wind and Thunder Mountain, Xuantian Ancient Country, and Heavenly Demon Sea, these three major forces have recklessly targeted you recently.”
As East Desolate Wolf spoke, a terrifying aura of hostility surged within him, eyes flickering with murderous intent.