Chapter 221

On Three Immortals Island, immortal power surged.

The Three Xiao Sisters were practicing their coordination.

In order to better coordinate the Nine-Bend Yellow River Array, the three were engaging in a lively sparring match.

Yun Xiao had a dignified temperament, her figure as light as a swallow, holding a snow-white sword in her hand.

"Second Sister, Third Sister, you must be careful; Eldest Sister will not show mercy."

She said this, but she didn't really use her full strength, just feinting a move and attacking Qiong Xiao.

Qiong Xiao held a colored ribbon in her hand, and as she waved it, colored light overflowed. She dodged sideways lightly, and at the same time, drew the soft sword from her waist and swung it to counterattack.

Yun Xiao's eyes showed approval: "Second Sister's reaction is not bad. Third Sister, it's your turn."

After saying this, she swung the long sword in her hand.

Bi Xiao giggled, her figure flashed, avoiding Yun Xiao's attack, and she didn't forget to tease: "Eldest Sister, this move of yours can't touch me!"

Her beautiful eyes rippled, and she instantly sacrificed an immortal sword overflowing with spiritual light, twisting out sword flowers and pressing directly toward Yun Xiao.

The three sisters went back and forth, spells and sword light intertwined, reflecting their flower-like smiles.

Yun Xiao's sword technique was like a breeze brushing against the face, seemingly gentle but hiding mysteries.

Qiong Xiao's attacks were sharp and swift, like a sudden storm.

Bi Xiao was lively and changeable, making her unpredictable.

The sounds of their sparring and playing echoed on Three Immortals Island, startling the surrounding cranes into spreading their wings and flying high, while spirit deer stopped to watch.

The immortal mist surged with their movements, like a gorgeous and colorful painting.

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Gu Xiu lay on the reef by the sea, watching the Three Xiao Sisters' practice and fighting with great interest.

He took out the Water-Fire Gourd and looked at it: "If this gourd could hold some wine, it would be great. That way, I could watch Master and the two Junior Aunts practice sword techniques while drinking, becoming a carefree immortal in the wine."

Unfortunately, it was filled with Nine Heavens Profound Fire and Nine Nether Profound Water.

Taking a sip would probably mean experiencing the pleasure of ice and fire.

At this moment.

Outside the island, a crisp voice came.

"Three Junior Aunts, Huo Ling is here to visit."

Hearing that it was Holy Mother Huo Ling visiting the Three Xiao Sisters, Gu Xiu didn't pay much attention and continued lying on the reef watching the sea. Having been busy back and forth for the Investiture of the Gods, he should take some time to rest and properly organize his thoughts on how to deal with the Chan Sect next.

"Junior Brother, so you were here?"

While deep in thought, hearing the voice, Gu Xiu was startled. Turning his head to look, he found it was Holy Mother Huo Ling.

Holy Mother Huo Ling wore a fiery neon dress, the skirt fluttering with the wind, like a burning flame.

Her figure was graceful and standing tall; because she cultivated fire-type techniques, her skin revealed a faint red flush, but this only added a few points of charming style to her.

Gu Xiu sat up and asked suspiciously: "Senior Sister Huo Ling, why are you here? Aren't you here to find my Master and the two Junior Aunts?"

"Junior Brother, I am here to find you."

"Find me?" Gu Xiu looked surprised, his eyebrows slightly furrowed, looking at Holy Mother Huo Ling in confusion: "Senior Sister, what is the matter for which you seek me?"

"To be precise, it is Grand-Master who seeks you, so my Master asked me to come and call you to go to Biyou Palace to meet Grand-Master."

Hearing this, the look of surprise on Gu Xiu's face grew even stronger.

Why would Tong Tian look for him without reason?

"Grand-Master seeks me? Senior Sister, do you know what it is for?"

Holy Mother Huo Ling shook her head: "I don't know either; my Master only told me to call you to go quickly and not to delay."

Gu Xiu frowned, falling into deep thought, secretly guessing the reason Tong Tian was looking for him.

A moment later, he stood up and said: "In that case, let us set off now."

Holy Mother Huo Ling nodded, and the two transformed into two rays of light, speeding toward the direction of Biyou Palace.

Before long, the two arrived at Golden Turtle Island.

Disciples came and went, paying respects one after another when they saw them.

"Junior Brother, let's go."

Gu Xiu nodded and went to Biyou Palace with Holy Mother Huo Ling.

Biyou Palace was filled with immortal energy, surrounded by purple aura, with many terrifying visions evolving above.

Entering Biyou Palace.

He saw Tong Tian Jiaozhu sitting on the futon in front, his expression indifferent.

"Disciple pays respects to Grand-Master."

Gu Xiu and Holy Mother Huo Ling paid respects together.

Tong Tian was sizing up Gu Xiu from above.

He had always been unable to figure out why Nuwa was interested in Gu Xiu, a third-generation disciple.

Looking closely, he discovered that Gu Xiu's cultivation had not only leaped a thousand miles, but there was also a golden wheel of merit flashing behind him.

Tong Tian's eyes were calm, but he pondered secretly in his heart, not understanding where Gu Xiu had gotten so much merit.

"No need to be so restrained. Huo Ling, you go down first; I will talk to Gu Xiu alone."

"Yes, Grand-Master." Holy Mother Huo Ling looked back at Gu Xiu, her eyes full of curiosity.

After Holy Mother Huo Ling went out, Tong Tian smiled indifferently: "Find a futon and sit down."

"Thank you, Grand-Master."

Only the four direct disciples, the seven attendant immortals, the Three Xiao Sisters, and Zhao Gongming, these important disciples, could sit on the futons in Biyou Palace.

Tong Tian would usually give them special attention and preach to them alone.

Gu Xiu hadn't expected that he, a third-generation disciple, could also sit on a futon in Biyou Palace.

Seeing that Tong Tian seemed to be in a good mood, Gu Xiu didn't have anything to worry about; even if it wasn't a good thing, it certainly wouldn't be a bad thing.

Tong Tian's gaze was like a torch, scrutinizing Gu Xiu, and he spoke slowly: "Gu Xiu, do you know why I called you here?"

Gu Xiu said respectfully: "Disciple is dull, I ask Grand-Master to enlighten me."

Tong Tian called Gu Xiu here just to observe him properly.

Now that he roughly knew the reason why Nuwa valued Gu Xiu, he didn't know what to say for a moment, so he had to say.

"Recently, I have observed that your cultivation has progressed quite quickly, which is very good. However, the Dao is endless; you must not be arrogant or complacent. Only by maintaining humility and constantly pursuing can you have realizations and gains on this long path of the Dao."

"Disciple will keep it in mind."

Tong Tian nodded with satisfaction: "Here is a Seven-Turn Golden Pill; I will bestow it upon you."

After saying this, he took out a small bottle and pushed it forward.

The bottle flew slowly toward Gu Xiu and landed in his hand.

Gu Xiu cupped his hands: "Thank you, Grand-Master, for the pill; the disciple will definitely cultivate diligently."

Tong Tian Jiaozhu said with satisfaction: "Go, cultivate diligently."

Gu Xiu was completely confused in his heart.

He called him over to give him a pill and then let him go back?

It felt a bit inexplicable.

But having a Seven-Turn Golden Pill as a travel fee wasn't bad.

Coming out of Biyou Palace, he saw Holy Mother Huo Ling waiting at the door.

"Senior Sister."

Seeing Gu Xiu come out, Holy Mother Huo Ling greeted him.

"Junior Brother, you came out so quickly? Did Grand-Master have any matters for seeking you?"

Gu Xiu shook his head and told her the truth; anyway, there was nothing to hide.

"Grand-Master praised my recent growth in cultivation and specially rewarded me with a Seven-Turn Golden Pill."

A trace of surprise flashed in Holy Mother Huo Ling's eyes, and then she smiled: "Junior Brother is truly gifted, to be so valued by Grand-Master. This Seven-Turn Golden Pill is an extremely precious treasure; you must use it well and strive to take your strength to the next level."

Gu Xiu nodded, but he was puzzled in his heart again.

Was Tong Tian, a Saint, this free?

There were so many disciples in the Jie Sect, and countless second-generation disciples on Golden Turtle Island.

How could he, a grand-disciple, be worthy of Grand-Master's attention?

There was something fishy.