Chapter 95

Morning Song.

Gu Xiu had wanted to return, but the task remained unfinished.

So he had to stay in Morning Song, and then noticed Huanglong True Person coming to find Jiang Ziya.

This turned out to be an unexpected discovery.

Having overheard their conversation, Gu Xiu chuckled: "They actually wanted Jiang Ziya to strike Su Daji directly? Too bad I was already prepared; with Jiang Ziya's cultivation level, one couldn't tell Su Daji was a demon at all."

He had reached an understanding with Su Daji, cooperating with Jiang Ziya's performance.

Jiang Ziya no longer doubted Su Daji's identity.

Finally, the system sounded.

"Ding!"

"Task completed, congratulations host on obtaining Pure Phoenix Essence!"

Gu Xiu let out a breath: "Finally finished the task."

No longer lingering, he immediately set off back to Three Immortals Island.

……

Three Immortals Island.

Upon returning, Gu Xiu saw Yang Chan sitting at the stone table.

She rested her chin on her hand, her hair strands gently fluttering, adding a touch of grace.

Gu Xiu walked over lightly, but Yang Chan seemed oblivious.

"Yang Chan." Gu Xiu called softly.

Hearing the sound, Yang Chan came back to her senses, turned her head to look at Gu Xiu, stood up, and forced a faint smile: "Immortal, you're back."

"That's what I should be saying; you went to Tao Shan—did you see your mother smoothly?"

Upon hearing that, Yang Chan's eyes instantly dimmed, a bit lost: "Mother is pressed beneath Tao Shan, enduring torment; the second brother blames himself for being unable to rescue her."

Only then did Gu Xiu notice that Yang Jian hadn't been seen since his return; he guessed Yang Jian had gone to train again.

Feeling somewhat helpless, he offered comfort: "Don't worry, we will surely be able to rescue your mother in the future."

Yang Chan nodded.

Seeing Yang Chan's dejected expression, Gu Xiu could roughly guess she was still thinking about Yao Ji, and he spoke.

"Let's not think about Yao Ji for now; overthinking only adds worries. I haven't had your tea in a while—how about we sit down and have a cup to calm our minds?"

Yang Chan slightly raised her head, looked at Gu Xiu, and lightly nodded: "All right, Immortal, please wait a moment."

She turned to fetch the tea set from the stone table, her movements gentle and practiced.

She carefully selected the tea leaves, slowly poured in hot water; the leaves unfurled gradually in the heat, releasing wafts of fresh aroma.

Soon, a cup of steaming, fragrant tea was presented before Gu Xiu.

"Immortal, please have tea."

Gu Xiu smiled, lifted the teacup, lightly smelled the aroma, then took a small sip and praised: "This tea is brewed just right—fragrant, rich in flavor, truly rare."

Yang Chan sat beside him, softly saying: "Thank you, Immortal, for the praise."

Seeing Yang Chan still absent‑minded, it seemed his words hadn't helped; Gu Xiu set down his cup and said earnestly: "The matter of Yao Ji will have a turning point; excessive worry only disturbs one's own state of mind."

Yang Chan nodded.

Gu Xiu felt a bit weary, having to deal with the Investiture of the Gods, care about his disciple's mission to rescue his mother, and comfort Yang Chan.

Having said what needed to be said, Gu Xiu fell silent, focusing on his tea, occasionally exchanging a few words with Yang Chan.

At that moment, a delicate fragrance wafted on the breeze, and Yun Xiao arrived gracefully.

Seeing Gu Xiu and Yang Chan sitting opposite each other, leisurely sipping tea, the atmosphere was harmonious.

She hesitated for a moment, wondering whether to approach.

Yang Chan glanced up, noticed Yun Xiao, rose to greet her: "Fairy Yun Xiao, you've come."

Yun Xiao lightly nodded, walked over, her gaze falling on the sandalwood tea set on the stone table: "Seeing you all so content, I hate to break this mood—I didn't expect to still draw your attention."

Hearing that, Gu Xiu stood, smiled, and said: "Master, you're joking; last time you praised Yang Chan's tea‑making skill. Since you're here, why not come and sample it?"

Yun Xiao nodded: "That's fine; as soon as I arrived I smelled the tea, and I too would like to sample Yang Chan's tea‑making."

Saying so, she moved with lotus steps to the stone table and sat down gracefully.

Gu Xiu poured a cup of tea for Yun Xiao: "Master, please try."

Yun Xiao slowly lifted the teacup to her lips, took a gentle sip, savored the flavor carefully, and felt the tea's richness and sweetness.

She began to evaluate.

"The tea fragrance is fresh and mellow, with a sweet aftertaste—it is indeed good tea."

Yang Chan replied with a faint smile: "To be praised by a fairy is an honor for Yang Chan."

After a brief chat, Gu Xiu asked: "Master, did you come for something?"

"Nothing much; just these days I heard you went to Nine Dragons Island to duel Luo Xuan and won in the fire attribute."

Gu Xiu smiled slightly: "Just a lucky win."

He hadn't taken it to heart, but since Yun Xiao asked, he still felt a bit proud.

Yun Xiao's eyes flashed with a hint of praise: "Being able to defeat Luo Xuan in fire shows your talent and effort, but are you planning to specialize in fire‑based techniques from now on?"

After all, he is her disciple; upon learning Gu Xiu defeated Luo Xuan, Yun Xiao very much wanted to know whether his future cultivation would head toward the fire path.

That way she could teach him accordingly in the future.

Gu Xiu slightly shook his head: "Master, I do not intend to specialize in fire‑based techniques; although I won this bout against Martial Uncle Luo Xuan, I know the Way of techniques is vast and profound, not to be confined to one school. I hope to draw on the strengths of many, integrate and comprehend, to cope with any danger."

Yun Xiao slightly nodded, her eyes showing agreement: "It's rare that you have such insight, but the path ahead is fraught with peril; before maturing, lacking a unique specialty may make it hard to stand firm."

Gu Xiu gave a light smile: "Master, rest assured; I have found my own Dao and also possess my own unique method."

Seeing Gu Xiu full of confidence, Yun Xiao nodded: "Then I can relax."

……

Thirty-three Heavens.

the Heavenly Court.

Mist and clouds intertwine, immortal palaces tower majestically, immortal light shines.

Not long ago, Haotian, the Jade Emperor originally held court in the Lingxiao Treasure Hall.

The Heavenly Court suddenly transmitted a tremor, causing all immortals to panic.

He ordered the two divine generals, Thousand-Mile Eye and Wind-Following Ear, to investigate the source.

Learned that it was Yang Jian splitting Tao Shan, Haotian flew into a rage, this was challenging the Heavenly Court's authority.

Originally planning to send heavenly troops down to capture, but when the immortals learned it was Yao Ji's son, they all spoke up to mediate.

They thought Yang Jian was now different from before, and Yang Chan being a disciple of Nuwa, they dared not act.

The Heavenly Court also had no divine general who could match him; seeing Yang Jian only chop a few times then stop.

Haotian had to relent, but returning to Yaochi to rest, he felt increasingly displeased.

Immediately summoned Tai Bai Jin Xing.

"Your Majesty, did you summon me for something?" Upon entering, Tai Bai Jin Xing respectfully said.

Haotian calmly said: "Tai Bai Jin Xing, you go down to the realm to the Eastern Sea Three Immortals Island, visit Yun Xiao's disciple, ask him if he insists on cultivating Yang Jian to oppose the Heavenly Court?"

Upon hearing this, Tai Bai Jin Xing broke out in a cold sweat.

Originally, Haotian issued an imperial decree, demanding the Twelve Golden Immortals of Jade Void to submit; it was he who went to the Jade Void Palace to deliver it, but ended up being beaten up by the Twelve Golden Immortals.

Tai Bai Jin Xing thought, this trip to the Three Immortals Island will surely also not avoid a beating, his heart felt some resistance.

"Your Majesty, really have to go?"

Haotian's expression tightened: "Could it be that you are unwilling?"

Feeling Haotian's emitted majesty, Tai Bai Jin Xing hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, certainly not, I will go now."