I am about to die of old age, and I have awakened the character of longevity.

Chapter 234: You defeat the Martial Saint, and the eight-armed wizard goes berserk!
"Princess, please wait a moment." Xie An immediately turned and entered the room. He took out a small red brocade box from under his pillow.

When Madam Ma first arrived here, she found Xie An privately and handed him three improved Xiantian pills. Xie An had examined these three pills at that time.

The spiritual energy contained in it is more refined, the medicinal fragrance is more mellow, and the quality is much higher.

The effect is naturally much better.

It is most suitable for helping Su Yuqing reverse her transformation.

Su Yuqing took the brocade box, opened it and took a look, her pupils shrinking slightly.

There were three high-quality innate pills in the box.

She grew up in an imperial family, enjoying the best resources of Daqian since she was a child. She never lacked acquired elixirs. She even saw innate elixirs.

There is a pharmacist in Nantian Tower who uses the vital energy of the innate martial saint to refine the innate elixir.

Ye Nantian himself is a pharmacist who is proficient in pharmacology. Occasionally, he would use his own vitality to refine the Xiantian Great Pill.

However, the innate vitality of a Martial Saint is limited. Although it can be gradually restored after consumption, it is harmful to the body after all. Therefore, Ye Nantian rarely refines the innate great pill.

In Su Yuqing's opinion, this innate elixir is no less than the one refined by Ye Nantian.

This gift is really too heavy.

Although Ye Nantian would refine the Xiantian Great Pill for Su Yuqing if he were to strive for the Martial Saint title, this was still a great gift.

What's more, Xie An attacked with three bullets.

Su Yuqing wanted this Xiantian Great Pill very much, but she said, "This gift is too expensive."

Xie An said, "Mrs. Ma, who just dined with us, was originally named Jin Yuping. She is also from the Jin family. She is a very good pharmacist, and refining the Xiantian Great Pill is not difficult. It is not expensive.

"If the princess needs anything from now on, she can always come to me. Any amount of Xiantian Great Pills is not a big deal. I just hope I can help the princess successfully reverse her transformation as soon as possible."

Su Yuqing didn't hesitate, and accepted the brocade box tightly. "I really need the Xiantian Great Pill now. The more Great Pills I have, the higher my chances of success in reverse metamorphosis will be. So, I won't be polite with you."

Xie An smiled and said, "You said we are close friends. In that case, we should help each other."

Su Yuqing nodded heavily, accepted the brocade box, and for the first time ever, bowed to Xie An. "It is my great fortune to have a friend like you in this life. Xie An, thank you."

Xie An had become a martial saint, so he deserved Su Yuqing's gift. However, Xie An did not want to give people the impression that he was arrogant because of his success. He still humbly bowed and returned the gift, saying, "It is my good fortune to have made friends with the princess in this life."

"I'm grateful for your kindness. Goodbye." Su Yuqing said no more and turned to leave.

Xie An personally saw Su Yuqing out and stood under the eaves at the door, watching the woman in blue walking farther and farther away in the twilight, and finally completely blending into the twilight.

Su Yuqing, you must succeed in your transformation!
Xie An wanted to encourage Su Yuqing just now, but he didn't say anything. On the one hand, he didn't want to put too much pressure on Su Yuqing, and on the other hand, he felt that Su Yuqing must be aware of the risks involved.

But in his heart, Xie An was extremely worried.

Maybe it's because I've experienced too many goodbyes.

Maybe it’s because I’m getting older and I realize that fate is unpredictable and separation and death are common.

In the corner of the courtyard wall, Jin Yuping, who was chatting with Master Huang, couldn't help but look up at Xie An, looked at Su Yuqing's back as she left, and then looked at the room where Chen Yuer was.

Then, Jin Yuping seemed to understand something. She couldn't help but shrink her head and asked Master Huang beside her, "Master Huang, is there... discord among the Third Masters?"

Master Huang shook his head. "I'm an old bachelor. How can I understand these things between men and women? If you're curious, why not ask the Third Master directly?"

Jin Yuping was terrified and muttered, "Third Master is a Martial Saint now. How dare I ask about his private affairs? But I see that Third Master and these two trust each other quite a lot. They support each other and share weal and woe. It's a feeling that makes people yearn for it. Regardless of whether they are in harmony or not, Third Master is a blessed man."

Master Huang said, "You seem very envious?"

Over the past few years, Xie An and Chen Yu'er had both been immersed in seclusion, rarely leaving the house. All communications were handled by Master Huang and White Fox. Master Huang, however, had become much more familiar with Jin Yuping.

In response to Master Huang's inquiry, Jin Yuping said bluntly, "A little bit."

Master Huang disagrees. "It would be nice to find a like-minded partner, but it's something you don't always find. Most relationships are just about living together, with all the trivialities involved. Most people aren't happy and it's just a waste of time."

Jin Yuping said: "That's the truth."

Just at this moment, Xie An walked over and scared Jin Yuping.

Xie An said, "Miss Yuping, I need to trouble you with something."

Jin Yuping said, "Just give your orders, Third Master."

Xie An said, "I'll get some more Hanling grass, and you can help me refine a batch of Xiantian pills, okay?"

Jin Yuping readily agreed, "Of course."

After spending several years together, Jin Yuping had already realized... Third Master was a real pillar of strength, and she wished she could hold on to him tightly, so that she might have the opportunity to cultivate immortality in the future.

She was not at all opposed to being able to do something for Xie An, but felt very happy instead.

Xie An quickly summoned Puyang Bai and continued to get a hundred plants of Hanling grass that were growing very well.

This place is not far from the ancient underground village. Xie An uses the seal to control Puyang Bai and just gives orders.

About three hours later, Puyang Bai knocked on Xie An's door carrying a cloth bag full of Hanling grass.

After two years of getting along, Puyang Bai no longer has any temper towards Xie An.

He clearly felt that the mental pressure lingering in his mind was becoming stronger and stronger. This meant that Xie An was becoming stronger and stronger. Every time he tried to tell his uncle about it, the mental pressure would come down and make him unable to speak.

If he forced himself to speak, he would surely suffer a mental breakdown and die.

What a tough guy.

However, after seeing Xie An today, Puyang Bai was greatly surprised.

With his strength as a first-grade grandmaster, he vaguely realized that Xie An's strength had reached the level of Martial Saint!
Indeed, this is Xie An not hiding his aura.

He took the initiative to do this in order to put pressure on Puyang Bai, so that Puyang Bai would behave himself and not have any evil thoughts.

When Puyang Bai handed the cloth bag to Xie An, his hands were shaking. He couldn't help but ask, "Has the Third Master broken through to the Qi Refining Stage?"

Xie An took the cloth bag with one hand and nodded, "I am not talented, but thanks to Brother Puyang's care, I have finally entered the Qi Refining Stage."

Puyang Bai: "..."

This modesty... is too much.

hateful!

Why?

My uncle was so kind to me, giving me so many resources, yet I couldn't even enter the Qi Refining Stage. On the contrary, this kid in front of me had actually broken through the Qi Refining Stage in less than three years by just sucking my blood.

There is no harm without comparison.

Puyang Bai's heart was filled with hurt and imbalance.

Finally, Puyang Bai had to say something against his will, "Haha, congratulations, Third Master. You've finally become a Martial Saint."

Xie An nodded, "Brother Puyang, why don't you come in and have a cup of tea?"

Before, Puyang Bai would always turn around and leave after putting down the Cold Spirit Grass, not wanting to talk to this blood-sucking creature any longer. But today, Puyang Bai changed his mind and happily followed him in.

After taking a few sips of tea and exchanging pleasantries, Puyang Bai rubbed his hands and said, "Third Master, could you please share your experience in breaking through the Qi Refining Stage? If so, I would be very grateful."

Xie An thought to himself, no wonder this guy was so happy to come in for tea today, it turns out he wanted to gain experience.

However, Xie An did not have any extraordinary experience to share.

But in order not to discourage Puyang Bai and not to overly strain the relationship between the two sides, Xie An still shared some experience, "The main thing is to have a good attitude."

Puyang Bai was stunned: "Good attitude?"

Xie An said: "If a person does not have greed, he will surely receive gifts. If a person is full of expectations, he will surely lose something. That's probably how it is."

Puyang Bai immediately had a sudden realization, his face flushed with excitement. "I see. I guess I was too eager to enter the Qi Refining Stage. This led to me worrying about everything, looking back and forth, and losing the courage to move forward."

After saying this, Puyang Bai stood up and bowed to Xie An, "Third Master, your words are truly enlightening to me. Thank you for sharing your thoughts."

Xie An: “…”

He was just talking casually, but he didn't expect Puyang Bai to have so many insights.

"I seem to have understood, so I won't bother you anymore. I'll go back and practice. If I achieve something, I'll come back to thank you." Puyang Bai kept repeating Xie An's words and was about to turn around and leave.

Xie An then asked, "By the way, has your uncle discovered what's happening in the medicine garden?"

"No. My uncle has been in the life and death retreat for the past two years. He wants to break through to the fifth level of Qi Refining."

"Where's Jin Xiaotang?"

"My uncle has been looking after it. He plans to go to the Jin family's base to look for the Soul Burial Sutra once he breaks through the fifth level of Qi Refining."

"Thank you, Brother Puyang, for letting me know. If there are any changes, please let me know."

"Of course, of course." Puyang Bai said goodbye hastily, but his heart was speechless. My life and death are in your hands, how can I not tell you?
After getting the Hanling grass, Xie An took a cloth bag, put fifty stalks of Hanling grass in it, and then carried it into Chen Yuer's room.

Chen Yu'er was sitting cross-legged in the room. When she saw Xie An come in, she asked indifferently, "Has your eldest princess left?"

Xie An handed the Hanling Grass to Chen Yuer and said with a wry smile, "Let's go."

Chen Yu'er said, "She is quite capable. She has reached the peak of the First-Rank Grandmaster in such a short time. If he can capture Puyang Qing one day, he can bless her. Then, your eldest princess can follow you in cultivating immortality. You will not be alone on the road to immortality."

Xie An felt speechless.

A bit big-headed.

Chen Yu'er was usually quite normal and very carefree. But every time she talked about Su Yuqing, she always felt a little uncomfortable.

Xie An said: "That's what I said, but she refused."

"reject?"

"Well, she said she's been determined to reach the pinnacle of martial arts since she was a child, and it's been over sixty years now. If she gave up on her past pursuits just because she discovered a shortcut to immortality, it would be a life of regret. So, she decided to undergo a reverse metamorphosis. It's a way to give her past self an account."

Hearing this, Chen Yu'er's dark eyes brightened a little. "I didn't realize that the second generation of the royal family, the honorable eldest princess, has such a heart for martial arts. It's really admirable."

Xie An lowered his head and sighed slightly.

Although he admired Su Yuqing's decision, he also felt that Su Yuqing didn't need to do so. But after thinking about it for a while, Xie An felt relieved.

Su Yuqing's will to pursue martial arts is just like his ambition for immortality.

If he encounters any danger on the road to immortality in the future, Xie An will not hesitate and will definitely move forward bravely.

From this point of view, Xie An and Su Yuqing are of the same type.

How similar.

Seeing Xie An's face full of worry, Chen Yu'er felt a little reluctant to continue teasing him, so she said, "Everyone has their own destiny, and life and death are unpredictable. Since she has decided to do this, there is nothing else I can do except bless her and pray."

Xie An raised his head and said, "Miss Yu'er, I have a request."

"explain."

"You've also experienced reverse metamorphosis. Could you please write down your experience notes and give them to the Princess? This will help her improve her success rate."

Facing Xie An's expectant eyes, Chen Yu'er said, "Of course."

"Thank you."

"That's not necessary. Even if you didn't tell me, I'd still be willing to do so. It's just that this person deserves my help."

Xie An stared at Chen Yu'er blankly, wondering if Chen Yu'er and Su Yuqing had a mutual understanding.

That's a very good thing.

"Then I'll have to trouble Miss Yuer." Xie An stood up and said goodbye.

After leaving the room, Xie An returned to his room and took out ten of the best-growing Hanling herbs and gave them to Jin Yuping to refine the Xiantian Pill.

Seven days later.

Xie An took Chen Yuer's note and thirty innate pills and left Longmen Town.

Now Xie An has become a Martial Saint. Although he is not yet a match for Ye Nantian, if he meets Ye Nantian, he will be no match for him with the sharpness of the Purple Blade and the blessing of the Mingyu Gong.

Of course, that was Ye Nantian many years ago.

If Ye Nantian breaks through to the third level of Qi Refining, that would be another matter.

……

The Demon-Suppressing Division.

In a house.

Su Yuqing and Ye Nantian were drinking tea in the pavilion.

Hua Yunfeng was making tea for the two of them. Although Hua Yunfeng was much older than Su Yuqing, he still had a smiling face.

"I've long seen that the eldest princess is incredibly talented and will eventually catch up to us. But I thought it would take many years, but in just a few years... she's already a first-rank Grandmaster, on par with Second Senior Brother. Comparing yourself to others is truly infuriating."

Although Hua Yunfeng had a smile on his face, he felt unhappy in his heart.

When he first went to Qingwu County, Su Yuqing was a third-grade master like him.

Years later, although he had become a second-grade Grandmaster, Su Yuqing had already reached the first-grade Grandmaster level. The speed of his progress was simply astonishing.

Ye Nantian chuckled softly and said, "Yunfeng, you're just an old naughty boy, your mind isn't on martial arts. Your heart for the Dao is far behind the eldest princess's. Moreover, the eldest princess was born with a sword bone and imperial bloodline, nurtured by the power of national destiny. Her innate conditions are far superior to yours. You can never catch up with her.

Let’s not talk about you, in a few decades, it’s not impossible for the eldest princess to surpass her master...”

Hua Yunfeng chuckled and said, "Since Master has said so, I feel at ease."

Ye Nantian shook his head.

You can't help but climb the wall.

However, Hua Yunfeng's achievements were already considerable, and he was also a naturally cheerful person. With Ye Nantian by his side, he still felt that his life had become much more fun.

Just then, footsteps were heard outside the door.

It was Li Chungang who walked in.

Hua Yunfeng immediately stood up and asked, "Second Brother, have you found the whereabouts of that wizard?"

Li Chungang shook his head and sat down to drink tea. "No. This thief is hiding very well. How come the princess has the leisure to come here for tea today?"

Su Yuqing said, "I'm here to ask Master something."

Li Chungang immediately became interested, "Are you preparing for a reverse transformation?"

Su Yuqing nodded.

The atmosphere on the field immediately became solemn.

They knew very well that reversing the transformation... was a life-or-death struggle.

After a long pause, Li Chungang said in a deep voice, "If other brothers had reached the first rank of Grandmaster and were to undergo a transformation, I would support them. However, the eldest princess is a precious treasure, and her body is worth millions. We must not allow any mistakes. Master and His Majesty would not agree. We need to find other methods to complete the spiritual root process."

Hua Yunfeng immediately agreed: "That's right. That's what I meant as well."

Su Yuqing turned and looked at Ye Nantian.

Ye Nantian said, "I have discussed this with His Majesty before. No. Princess, please consider the overall interests of the royal family."

……

Su Yuqing has an independent residence in Yunzhou City.

Not far from Xie’s house is a very ordinary courtyard house.

She didn't have many requirements for her residence, nor did she care about ostentation. She just bought a villa from someone and moved in casually.

The night is already very deep.

Su Yuqing stood alone under the eaves, with her hands behind her back, looking at the bright moon in the sky, looking very desolate.

Emperor Jingtai had just written her a reply.

Do not do things that go against your own nature.

The reason is that many important matters in the court still need Su Yuqing's control. Everything should be based on the overall situation.

Being in the imperial family, you really have no control over everything.

The Jingtai Emperor naturally had many children, and he appointed several princes. However, he did not appoint a crown prince. Moreover, Su Yuqing was one of the most outstanding among the many princes and princesses.

She is the leader among all the princesses and the best among the princes.

Emperor Jingtai placed great hopes on her and asked her to assist in many court affairs. She could understand this. She also knew that Emperor Jingtai and Ye Nantian had good reasons.

The safety of the royal family is the foundation of the court.

If something happened to a core member of the royal family, the court would easily be in turmoil. The emperor was the most important person; if something happened to him, the entire country would be in chaos.

However, Su Yuqing had his own ideas.

She has a strong desire for the truth, and has an open-mindedness and vision that transcends this era.

She didn't want to be a puppet or vassal of the royal family all her life.

She wants to go her own way.

Su Yuqing, who appears to be elegant and graceful on the outside, is actually very conflicted inside.

Today, this contradiction has come into sharp conflict in the matter of reverse transformation.

This put Su Yuqing in a dilemma.

dong dong dong.

The sound of light footsteps interrupted Su Yuqing's thoughts. She focused her gaze towards the courtyard gate, but heard the footsteps approach the gate, stop for a moment, and then leave.

Ok?
Su Yuqing curiously went to open the door.

I found a very delicate brocade bag and an exquisite album placed on the bluestone brick floor next to the threshold.

Come and drop off your things and leave?

Su Yuqing lowered her head, opened the brocade bag and took a look, then she gasped.

More than thirty innate pills!

Picking up the album again, I read the experience of a martial saint's transformation, as well as various possible accidents and plans to deal with them.

These two things are what Su Yuqing needs most at the moment.

She immediately picked up two things and rushed out to look, but she saw only an empty street. Where was the man?
After a long time, Su Yuqing clenched the two things in her hands. Her originally conflicted eyes became firm, and she even smiled.

"Thank you."……

But Xie An took advantage of the night to come to Xie's house.

However, Xie An did not enter the house, but stood on the roof and watched everything in the Xie Mansion from afar.

Yuhe was correcting homework in her room by lamplight, laughing from time to time.

Chunlan sat under the eaves, making tea for He Chunli, while He Chunli sat on the drunkard's chair next to her, chatting with Chunlan and occasionally holding hands.

Not long after, He Zhijin, who was only four years old, returned to the yard listlessly wearing a gray cotton jacket.

He Zhijin walked up to He Chunli with a fierce look on his face. "Dad, Mom, Sister Hongtang is so good at knife-wielding. Can you carve a wooden sword for me? I want to practice with her, too."

Chunlan scolded him: "Didn't you say a while ago that you wanted to go to school to learn Chinese characters?"

He Zhijin hesitated for a while and said, "It was a while ago. Now I feel that I am not cut out for studying. I'd better follow Sister Hongtang and play with knives."

Chunlan said, "How can you be so indecisive? When you are five years old, go to school and learn to read. We can talk about martial arts training when you are older."

He Zhijin was obviously reluctant and pouting to show his resistance.

Chunlan gave a serious exhortation, "Martial arts training is very tiring, and it involves fighting and killing. What if something goes wrong? Studying is much better. In the future, you can pass the imperial examinations, become an official, and live a stable life relying on the court."

He Zhijin said, "Dad always told me that this is a chaotic world. If you don't have martial arts skills, even if you become an official, you can easily be killed by bad people."

Chunlan was stunned and didn't know how to answer.

Seeing this, He Zhijin immediately took advantage of the situation and asked He Chunli, who was standing beside him, "Dad, isn't that right? You often told me that my master-master made his way to the top through martial arts, and later became a martial arts master and was even granted the title of Duke."

He Chunli was speechless for a moment and turned to look at Chunlan. He saw Chunlan hanging her head, looking very reluctant.

As a mother, although she hopes her son will have a great future, she also hopes that her children will live a peaceful life without illness or disaster. But Chunlan is not ignorant and knows that what He Zhijin said is right.

In troubled times, it is difficult to protect yourself without martial arts skills.

But she just felt a little uncomfortable.

He Chunli noticed Chunlan's distress and said to He Zhijin, "Go down first. I'll discuss this matter with your mother and make a decision."

He Zhijin left the yard full of disappointment.

He Chunli stood up, took Chunlan into his arms, and whispered softly, "I know you're worried about the child, but Xiao Zhijin is already four years old and naturally intelligent. What he said makes sense. Why not send him to the Taoist temple? Xiao Hongtang has a very good master there. If Xiao Zhijin can become one of them and have the support of the Taoist temple, he should be safe for the rest of his life."

Chunlan snuggled in He Chunli's arms: "You are the head of the family, I will listen to you."

This heartwarming scene was naturally seen by Xie An.

While he was pleased, he couldn't help but sigh.

He Zhijin can even help out, and... he has also become a master's master.

Time flies so fast.

Xie An had no intention of going down to meet He Chunli and the others. Ever since Xie An entered the Qi Refining Stage, he'd known the separation between immortals and mortals. If he had enough resources for immortal cultivation, he might ask He Chunli and the others if they had any aspirations for immortality. But now... Xie An himself was in danger, resources were scarce, so it was better not to disturb their lives.

If He Chunli and his family can live a peaceful life, it would be an excellent result.

He withdrew his gaze and looked at He Zhijin.

He Zhijin trotted into the yard next door, squatted on the stone steps and watched Xiao Hongtang practice swordplay with envy on his face. His little face turned red with excitement.

Xiao Hongtang finished practicing swordplay and leaned over to ask, "Xiao Zhijin, do your parents agree to your martial arts training?"

He Zhijin's face was filled with disappointment as he shook his head, "My mother asked me to study for the imperial examination."

Little Red Sugar said, "What's the point of studying? Look at me, a girl, I've become a martial artist. I can easily take down a dozen big men with one hand. If I meet a tiger, I can just slap it."

He Zhijin's eyes shone brightly, "I think so too. But... what should I do with my mother? Sister Hongtang, please help me think of a solution."

Xiao Hongtang looked around and finally gave He Zhijin a bad idea, "This is easy. Go find your master. As long as your master nods, your parents won't dare to refuse."

He Zhijin was shocked. "Is the title of Grandmaster so effective?"

Little Red Sugar was very proud. "That's right. Back then, my mother didn't agree with me practicing martial arts. It was my grandfather who intervened. That's when my mother became obedient."

He Zhijin stood up excitedly, dancing with joy, but soon his expression darkened, "But I've never seen Master Shigong before."

Eh.

Little Red Sugar sighed, then looked up at the stars in the sky and murmured, "I haven't seen Grandpa for a long time. Grandpa...where have you been?"

Just then, Tang Lin walked into the yard. "Little Red Sugar, stop practicing. Go to bed early. You have to go to the Taoist temple early tomorrow morning."

"Come here."

Xie An looked at Xiao Hongtang gazing up at the starry sky alone and said those words... He couldn't help but feel sad.

Xie An left silently.

……

Two years later.

It was already the 120th year of the Daqian era, and Xie An was already 71 years old.

As winter came, heavy snow fell in Longmen Town.

Even though the wind and snow were strong, it still couldn't stop the enthusiasm of the heroes in the martial arts world to find the immortal fate, and this place was still very lively.

However, in the villa on the edge of Longmen Town, it was still deserted.

In a room, Xie An was sitting cross-legged in seclusion.

During this period, Xie An asked Puyang Bai to get four batches of cold spirit grass to meet the basic needs of Xie An and Chen Yuer for cultivating immortals.

Even though Xie An tried very hard, he still had not reached the second level of Qi Refining, and only reached 40%.

[Current Longevity Level 2, Fusion Degree: 100/10000]

【Tip: Acquiring spiritual energy can improve the degree of fusion.】

[Currently available Immortal Qi: 200000 strands.]

[Tiger Qigong: 100%, Bear Qigong: 100%, Ape Qigong 100%, Deer Qigong 100%, Crane Qigong 100/100]

[Xuanwu Breathing Method (Innate Breathing Method, Long Breathing Method): 1000/10000]

[Remaining Years: 268]

[Immortal Cultivation Technique: Five Elements Spirit Tempering Technique.]

[Qi Refining Level 4000 Progress: 10000/]

Xie An knew that the progress was already very fast.

Besides his tireless efforts, his longevity must have played a role. Even a genius like Chen Yu'er, with her extraordinary talent, hadn't even reached the third level of Qi Refining.

Of course, Xie An and Chen Yu'er were both in seclusion and had not seen each other for three months.

It is unknown whether Chen Yuer has broken through the third level now.

As the last part of the cold spirit grass was sucked dry, Xie An stopped, washed up simply, and went out.

In fact, at Xie An's level, washing is no longer necessary. The Xiantian breathing method can completely isolate the impurities inside and outside the body. The exhaled air is not fragrant, but at least it is extremely fresh.

It's just a habit of washing formed over the years.

After going out, Xie An saw Chen Yu'er leaning on the railing of the pavilion drinking, looking very free and easy.

Xie An leaned over to take a closer look at Chen Yu'er. Noticing the relief on her face, he asked, "Are you at the third level of Qi Refining?"

Chen Yuer nodded, "Good luck."

Xie An: “…”

These three words are a bit discouraging.

But after Xie An thought about it, he felt it was very reasonable.

It had been almost five years since Chen Yu'er began her retreat here. It had also been almost eight years since she left Qingwu County.

Chen Yu'er was already at the first level of Martial Saint, not far from the second level. She had spent five years cultivating to the third level of Qi Refining, relying on the countless cold spirit grass resources in the wizard's shrine.

Totally reasonable.

Xie An congratulated sincerely, "Congratulations, Miss Yu'er."

Chen Yu'er said, "Thanks to your Hanling Grass. But... it's still not enough. Puyang Qing has been in seclusion for several years, striving to reach the fifth level of Qi Refining. If he succeeds, you and I will still be no match for him. Besides, I estimate that Puyang Qing should be coming out of seclusion soon."

After hearing this, Xie An's happiness slowly disappeared.

Two years ago, Puyang Bai said that his uncle had been in seclusion to break through to the fifth level of Qi Refining, and then planned to go find the Jin family.

It can be seen that the Jin family’s residence is very mysterious and dangerous.

Otherwise, Puyang Qing would not have had to break through the fifth level of Qi Refining before finding out the truth.

Furthermore, the reason Xie An had been able to constantly have Puyang Bai obtain the Hanling Grass for the past four years or so was largely due to Puyang Qing's seclusion. Otherwise, if Puyang Qing had left his retreat room and visited the herb garden... he would have been exposed.

After all, the Hanling grass in this ancestral hall does not belong to Xie An, and it will be exposed sooner or later.

"If you and I join forces, do we have a chance of defeating a fifth-level Qi Refining expert?"

Chen Yu'er shook her head. "Although the difference in Qi Refining realm isn't drastic, the higher the level, the greater the strength. If we team up against a fourth-level Qi Refining cultivator, we might still have a chance of winning. But against a fifth-level cultivator, we probably have no chance of winning, unless we can obtain some magical tools, talismans, secret techniques, etc."

Magical weapons, talismans, secret techniques... they are not so easy to obtain.

Xie An couldn't help feeling melancholy.

He wasn't concerned about his own safety. At most, after the truth was revealed, Xie An would take Chen Yu'er, Master Huang, and the others out of Longmen Town and escape. However, in doing so... he would lose his source of spiritual energy.

It's really heartbreaking.

Thinking of this, Xie An said, "How about a hard one?"

Chen Yu'er was stunned for a moment, then recovered and said, "You mean to ask Puyang Bai to bring all the spiritual plants in the medicine garden?"

Xie An said, "Yes. Once we have enough spiritual plants, we can leave this place and settle in Qixing Village outside Yunzhou City. We can cultivate for ten or eight years. By then, we won't necessarily be afraid of Puyang Qing anymore."

Chen Yuer glanced at Xie An, "Aren't you afraid that Puyang Qing will go berserk?"

Xie An said: "As long as the arrangements are made, we will all leave. Whether he goes crazy or not is none of our business."

Chen Yuer said, "Okay."

Xie An said: "There is no time to lose, let's act immediately."

Chen Yuer readily agreed.

To this end, the two men left the villa and searched Longmen Town. They also went to search outside Longmen Town and determined the safest retreat route.

They didn't have storage bags or anything like that, so they would definitely need a carriage to carry so many spiritual plants.

The area is surrounded by desert and Gobi, and there are only two roads that are passable by horse-drawn carriages.

The retreat route must be prepared in advance.

After deciding on the route, the two went to the town and bought a carriage.

Then Xie An asked Master Huang and Jin Yuping to prepare their luggage and load it onto the carriage.

Everything was ready, and Xie An sat down in the room, activating the seal on the palm of his right hand, and began to communicate with Puyang Bai...

……

In the Yunzhou Demon Suppression Division's branch courtyard.

"Master, the eldest princess has been gone for two years. We haven't been able to find her. If His Majesty asks about it, how are we going to explain it?" Hua Yunfeng took the initiative to pour Ye Nantian a cup of tea, looking very worried.

Li Chungang standing by also frowned.

Two years ago, Su Yuqing left a letter for Ye Nantian and then disappeared.

During this period, no one knew where Su Yuqing went.

Li Chungang and Hua Yunfeng tried their best but couldn't find it.

On the one hand, as Su Yuqing was their junior sister, they were very worried about her well-being. On the other hand, they were also worried about His Majesty's accountability.

Ye Nantian took the teacup and took a sip of tea. "Don't look for it anymore. Yu Qing finally decided to go for the reverse transformation. If Your Majesty asks, I will tell you."

"Reverse transformation?"

Li Chungang and Hua Yunfeng were greatly surprised.

Ye Nantian had not told them the content of the letter before, so they thought Su Yuqing was out for something, but they didn't expect that she was going to reverse her transformation.

So, this letter... is a suicide note.

They also guessed Su Yuqing's thoughts.

Su Yuqing simply knew she might fail in her transformation and die, so she left a suicide note and left. If she died, no one would know. It was all over.

After a long moment of silence, Li Chungang finally sighed, "Junior sister is truly extraordinary in her courage and strategy, and she has great spirit. I've been a First-Rank Grandmaster for several years now, but I've never dared to reverse my transformation. In comparison, I, as your senior brother... am ashamed."

Ye Nantian said in a deep voice, "Reversing metamorphosis is a matter of life and death. Everyone has their own choice. Whether you want to reverse your metamorphosis or not, your master will not force you. Yu Qing's determination is truly admirable. If she succeeds, Daqian will have another Martial Saint."

Then, Ye Nantian waved his hand and said, "Let's go find the wizard's residence."

After Li Chungang and Hua Yunfeng left, Ye Nantian drank tea alone. After a long moment, he stood up and slowly entered the room. "Yuqing, Yuqing, you should have come to me before you reversed your transformation. Actually...reversing your transformation doesn't necessarily require cutting through bones and flesh. Oh, you're going to have a hard time."

……

Outside Yunzhou City.

A deserted mountain with no one around.

The mountain was covered with ice and snow, and a thick layer of snow accumulated on the top of the mountain.

However, the snow on this mountain was dyed red with blood.

A hand slowly reached out from the silent snow. Slowly, it scraped away the snow bit by bit. Then another hand reached out from below.

Then a woman covered in blood crawled out from under the snow.

The woman struggled to climb out of the snow, turned over and lay in the snow, then opened her eyes with difficulty and looked at the snow falling from the sky.

She smiled.

He laughed twice before he started coughing violently, perhaps because the wound on his body was affected.

The blue dress was already stained with a thick layer of blood, and there wasn't even a single piece of intact muscle or skin on her body.

cough cough cough.

She coughed, then crawled forward bit by bit with difficulty.

Along the deserted snow-capped mountains, I lay alone on the ice and climbed the snow.

"I remember that Qixing Village is not far away."

……

Ma Tiedan got up early and asked a group of younger brothers to make a fire and cook.

Ever since Madam Ma left for Longmen Town, Qixing Village had been empty. Without Madam Ma's urging, Ma Tiedan became lazy and lost his focus. He didn't stop people from asking for immortal funds.

Instead, he took his children to make fire and cook, drinking and eating meat, and lived a very happy life.

Without a strict wife, life will be free and easy.

Pooh!
While eating, Ma Tiedan took a bite of meat and found it was spoiled. He spat it on the ground and said, "Fuck, what the hell is this food? Is it for human consumption?"

One of the younger brothers hung his head. "Madam took all the silver with her when she left. We didn't go looting... so we can only make do with this."

"That's all you can do!" Ma Tiedan kicked the dining table away. "Just wait, I'm going to the mountains to hunt down a roe deer to go with the wine."

Ma Tiedan took his hunting bow and broadsword, wrapped himself in a cotton jacket, and hurried out into the snow-capped mountains.

There are few mountain products nearby, mostly bears, blind bears and roe deer.

Ma Tiedan was hiding in the snow for a long time. He heard something moving not far away, so he drew his bow and shot an arrow.

He is good at archery.

One arrow shot down and the thing stopped moving.

Hey.

Ma Tiedan slung his longbow over his shoulder and hurried towards his "prey," "We've got some meat to go with our wine today."

……

Wizard's Shrine.

Puyang Bai benefited greatly from Xie An's previous guidance, and his retreat was very fruitful. He rekindled his passion for cultivating immortality and felt that immortality was a possibility.

The whole person becomes full of energy.

However, the voice of the Third Master sounded in his mind again.

He thought that he could just prepare a hundred stalks of Hanling Grass as usual and get the job done.

But this time, the Third Master had a big appetite and actually asked him to dig out all the spiritual plants and give them to the Third Master.

Puyang Bai was very reluctant.

It hurts.

These spiritual plants were not only his lifeblood, but also his uncle's. If his lifeblood was gone, how could his uncle let him go?

He tried to communicate with the Third Master, but the Third Master was very strong.

He couldn't resist.

In the end, they had no choice but to find a big cart, dig out all the spiritual plants, put them on the cart, and then covered them with weeds as a disguise, and then pulled the cart away from the ancestral hall.

As soon as Puyang Bai left, a man walked out from the darkness behind him.

This person has eight arms, a blue complexion, and looks very scary.

"I've noticed something's wrong with you. I want to see which immortal cultivator is coveting my spiritual plant. Losing the spiritual plant is a small matter. I just need to capture that immortal cultivator and cultivate a better spiritual plant. The withered bones of a Martial Saint are no match for a living Martial Saint."

(End of this chapter)