Chapter 17: Immortal Wang Family, the Former Celestial Jewel Saintess

Around, the cultivators who were stopped.

Also were attracted by the situation here.

One by one they turned their heads.

"Who is that person who can have the Qingyun Pavilion Master personally receive them?"

"And that palace‑clad lady, her status also seems quite extraordinary."

"So what? Since the Celestial Treasure Pavilion has opened its doors for business, it must treat all guests equally."

The cultivators all began speaking, each guessing that they were being stopped to keep them from approaching the Fenbao Heavenly Rock.

It must be because they are to entertain more important figures, but they don't mind; after all, they came to the Celestial Treasure Pavilion and spent a fortune—who likes being ignored? Then one by one they spoke.

Yet despite the words, no one chose to go forward to express dissatisfaction.

After all, saying is one thing, doing another.

Offending the Celestial Treasure Pavilion isn't a big deal.

The key is that…

Everyone could see that the two parties ahead had very complicated statuses.

If they were to anger them, they'd fear endless trouble later.

And in the distance, whether Daoist Qingyun…

Or Purple Fairy, they both ignored the surrounding cultivators.

【7】 She looked at the palace‑clad woman before her, her expression returning to normal: "Qin Yining, indeed long time no see."

She looked at the palace‑clad woman before her, her expression returning to normal: "Qin Yining, indeed long time no see."

"I heard that back then, to marry into the Immortal Wang Family, you were willing to give up your status as the Celestial Jewel Saintess."

"Willing to become a concubine—how's that? These many years must have been very unsatisfactory, right?"

The speech laid the truth bare, and was thick with sarcasm.

This was a retort to the palace‑clad woman's earlier teasing.

And it gave her no face at all.

"You!"

Qin Yining's face instantly showed anger, teeth clenched.

She seemed completely incensed by those words.

Immortal Wang Family?

Qin Yining, Celestial Jewel Saintess? "So that's it."

Jin Hui Laolao, upon hearing the crucial information, instantly had a revelation.

She was a saintess of the previous generation of the Celestial Jewel Sacred Land, possessing a primordial spirit body.

This person, during a certain period, was at odds with her own matriarch.

The reason is simple: the Celestial Jewel Sacred Land and the Taiyi Sacred Land where Purple Fairy resides have long harbored grudges.

As saintesses of their respective sacred lands, the two have never gotten along from the start, battling each other, even to the point of life‑and‑death opposition—in other words, mortal enemies.

However, at that time, Qin Yining was constantly suppressed and suffered many losses.

In the end, when Purple Fairy married the strongest Heavenly Pride, Lu Wushang.

Backed by the Ancient Lu Family, her status became even more unprecedented.

At the same time, Qin Yining, not long after,

turned and entered the Immortal Wang Family.

Yet it was as a concubine, which many cultivators worldwide did not understand at the time.

The reason was that she did not want to be completely suppressed by Purple Fairy. Now the two meet again after several hundred years.

Naturally, she would leave no leeway or face for the other.

Immediately, she grew wary, staring at Qin Yining not far away.

As a protector of the Dao, she must constantly stay alert.

Whether the person she protects might encounter danger.

So that she can intervene at the crucial moment.

As for the Celestial Treasure Pavilion master, Daoist Qingyun.

He actually said not a single word at this moment.

He just quietly watched from beside.

The reasoning is simple.

As the host, favoring anyone is unwise; as long as matters and conflicts stay within controllable bounds, doing nothing is better, especially since both individuals have extremely complicated statuses.

However,

Though Qin Yining was furious, she ultimately endured.

At the same time, her expression returned to normal, and she spoke with a smile.

"Even if things are still bad, now they have improved."

She lifted her head, chuckling softly: "Now I have been officially reinstated, no longer a concubine but the rightful wife of the Immortal Wang Family, equal in standing to you." After saying this, a proud look appeared on Qin Yining's face.

Because in her view, at least in this regard,

she is no longer suppressed by the other.

"Equal standing?"

"That's not right."

Before Purple Fairy could say anything, Jin Hui Laolao spoke first.

"I forgot to tell you, I am the Ninth Line Saint Mother of the Ancient Lu Family."

She knew that Ziyun never liked to argue with others; therefore she spoke up herself.

Moreover, Jin Hui Laolao had another plan in mind: she understood that the child conceived in the other's womb, once born, would likely occupy an important position in the Ancient Lu Family and then become the Ninth Pulse Celestial Son.

At this time, she should do something for the other party to win favor.

In the future, that would likely bring even more benefits.

Just like now.

This is exactly the time to speak up and show oneself.

"What?"

"The Holy Mother of the Lu Family's Ninth Pulse?"

When Qin Yining heard this, she was instantly stunned.

She had been a little doubtful, but upon seeing the Azure Cloud Daoist beside her,

she immediately realized that what was said was true.

"Holy Mother? That would mean Ziyun's status is once again suppressing mine?"

The anger and resentment in her eyes rose again: "I understand; the rumors say you have conceived a Primordial Dao Fetus for the Lu Family. I thought the rumors were false, but now it seems true; otherwise, you could not become the Lu Family's Holy Mother."

"That is natural; the Primordial Dao Fetus is unparalleled in the present age and blessed by heaven and earth."

"If it grows up, it will certainly become a supreme giant."

Jin Hui Laolao took over the conversation with a laugh: "As for you wanting to surpass my family's Holy Mother, there's no hope in this lifetime!"

The Azure Cloud Daoist beside them also couldn't help but flash a strange look in his eyes.

Indeed, the Primordial Dao Fetus is truly strong and also very special.

As long as it is born smoothly.

Then it means that in the future, an unparalleled powerhouse will rise.

And the Purple Fairy also smiled, pleased that the child in her womb was being praised.

At the same time, she did not stop Jin Hui Laolao from speaking for her; that was fine, as it could save a lot of trouble. Of course, she knew what the other party was thinking, but it didn't matter—this is only natural.

"Primordial Dao Fetus? Is it very strong?"

But at this moment, Qin Yining suddenly showed a cold smile.

She curled the corner of her mouth slightly and continued: "In my view, it's nothing special. Teng'er, come out."

As her words fell,

amid the doubtful gazes of everyone.

A boy about twelve or thirteen years old slowly stepped out.

He wore a black robe, his thick black hair flowing.

Although young, a terrifying power emanated from within him.

Each step he took felt as heavy as mountains and rivers, capable of shaking the Sky Dome and the earth.

Behind him, circles of blue-purple divine rings appeared and faded intermittently, surrounding and supporting the boy, like a divine child walking among mortals.

More importantly, the boy seemed to possess an innate overbearing aura that slowly spread.

Simply standing there, he emitted a terrifying pressure that frightened people.

"Mother." The youth spoke, his expression solemn.

In his eyes, Divine Light surged.

It's hard to imagine that such qi flow and such a temperament could be displayed by a young child.

At this moment, whether it was Jin Hui Laolao, or Purple Fairy, and also the many cultivators.

After seeing this boy, everyone's expression shook, incredulous.

Because that aura and domineering presence were truly too special.

Almost everyone instantly realized.

This boy absolutely possesses a terrifyingly powerful physique.

But what exactly is it? Everyone wondered.

Finally, the Qingyun Daoist beside him slowly uttered four words: "Heavenly Dominant Body!"

(End of chapter)