After being jilted by the saintess at the beginning, why is she crying?

Amidst the swirling mist, one can vaguely see cranes soaring, springs flowing, and disciples cultivating in the mountains.

Lin Fengmian secretly admired what he saw.

This is the true holy land for cultivating immortality!

Compared to the inner sect, the outer sect is practically the countryside!

Before long, the two passed through the area of ​​True Inheritance Peak.

Ahead, an even more majestic mountain peak appeared.

The mountain peaks soared into the clouds, piercing the sky like a giant pillar supporting the entire world.

Above the mountain peak, amidst swirling clouds and shimmering light, a colossal palace could be vaguely seen perched atop the mountain.

The palace is entirely white, gleaming with a warm luster under the sunlight, as if the entire palace were carved from a single, enormous piece of jade.

In front of the hall, two ancient pine trees with gnarled branches and canopies like a canopy, with a faint spiritual light flowing among their branches and leaves.

"This is the Supreme Elder's Daoist temple—Yuqing Peak."

Xiao Fenghuang spoke calmly, his tone carrying a hint of reverence.

Lin Fengmian nodded without saying anything.

The two landed in the square in front of the palace.

Xiao Fenghuang turned to look at Lin Fengmian and instructed him:

"Junior Nephew Lin, keep your mouth shut once you go inside. Answer whatever the Supreme Elder asks. Don't ask anything you shouldn't."

Lin Fengmian nodded.

Although he was curious, he knew his limits.

He had intended to subtly inquire what the Supreme Elder wanted to see him about, but seeing Xiao Fenghuang's reluctance to say more, he wisely refrained from asking further.

Then, the two walked into the palace.

The palace is enormous, with a simple yet elegant interior that exudes grandeur.

The floor was paved with white jade, the pillars were made of sacred wood, and the roof was inlaid with luminous pearls that emitted a soft glow.

The surrounding walls were covered with mysterious runes, with a faint spiritual light flowing through them.

Lin Fengmian followed behind Xiao Fenghuang, feeling a little nervous.

He had no desire to even admire the slender and alluring figure in front of him.

He had only one thought on his mind right now—

What exactly does this Supreme Elder want with me?

Before long, the two arrived at the deepest part of the palace.

This is a spacious hall.

The interior furnishings are simple, yet they exude an ancient charm.

In the very center is a high platform made of white jade.

A figure sat upright on the high platform.

It was a woman.

She wore a long white dress, her black hair cascaded down her back, and her skin was as smooth as jade.

She sat there quietly, enveloped in a faint aura, as if she were one with the world.

Unfortunately, her face seemed to have been subjected to some kind of secret magic.

It was hazy and indistinct, making it impossible to see its true appearance.

But Lin Fengmian was absolutely certain—

She is definitely a great beauty.

That exquisite figure, that aloof temperament, that composed demeanor…

Everything is telling the same story.

Xiao Fenghuang stepped forward and bowed in greeting:

"Elder, I have brought the person."

Lin Fengmian also quickly followed suit, bowing his head and saying:

"Disciple Lin Fengmian greets the Supreme Elder."

His voice was respectful, showing no sign of negligence.

On the high platform, the figure lowered his eyes slightly, his gaze falling on Lin Fengmian.

His gaze was calm as still water, yet it seemed to see through everything.

Lin Fengmian felt as if he had been stripped naked, his entire body completely exposed.

He was startled and quickly composed himself, not daring to have any distracting thoughts.

however--

The moment he lowered his head, a strange feeling suddenly welled up in his heart.

That figure...

Why does it feel so familiar?

It feels like I've seen it somewhere before.

But Lin Fengmian couldn't recall ever meeting such an important person.

Just as he was filled with doubt, the clear, cold voice from the high platform suddenly rang out:

"Feng Huang, you can go out now."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Fenghuang nodded and was about to turn and leave.

But then she suddenly remembered something, stopped, and carefully chose her words:

"By the way, Elder..."

She glanced at Lin Fengmian and continued:

"Now, Junior Nephew Lin has become a Daoist couple with Su Zhenzhen, the daughter of the Su family..."

Before the words were finished—

"snort!"

A cold snort suddenly rang out from the high platform!

The sound wasn't loud, but it carried a chilling aura!

The temperature in the entire hall dropped several degrees instantly!

Xiao Fenghuang froze!

She felt a terrifying pressure bearing down on her, making it almost impossible for her to breathe!

She quickly looked up and saw that the figure on the high platform exuded a chilling aura!

Although the expression on that cold face was obscured, the chill emanating from it sent shivers down one's spine!

Xiao Fenghuang was greatly alarmed!

Supreme Elder—

Why would someone react so strongly to this?

She only mentioned that the other person had become a Daoist couple with another woman, and she reacted so strongly?

Just how much trouble has this person gotten into?

Xiao Fenghuang inwardly groaned.

She secretly glanced at Lin Fengmian, only to see that the boy also looked bewildered, clearly unaware of what had happened.

On the high platform, the figure seemed to realize that he had lost his composure.

The chill gradually subsided, and the breathing returned to calm.

After a moment of silence, the cold voice rang out again, but its tone was gentler than before:

"Alright, Fenghuang, you can go out now."

Xiao Fenghuang nodded quickly:

"Yes."

She turned and walked out of the hall, giving Lin Fengmian a "good luck" look as she passed by.

Then, swaying her shapely figure, she quickly left the main hall.

Lin Fengmian watched the disappearing figure, and the corner of his mouth twitched involuntarily.

That look in his eyes...

Why does it look like I'm about to be eaten?

In the main hall, only Lin Fengmian and the figure on the high platform remained.

The atmosphere became somewhat subtle.

Lin Fengmian stood with his hands at his sides, eyes downcast, not daring to make the slightest movement.

He could feel that gaze falling on him, carrying a hint of scrutiny, and a hint of something else... that was hard to describe.

silence.

A long silence.

Lin Fengmian grew increasingly nervous.

What exactly does this Supreme Elder want to do?

Just as he was lost in thought, a clear, cold voice suddenly rang out from the high platform—

"Lin Fengmian, do you know your crime!"

The voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable air of authority!

Lin Fengmian froze!

What's going on?

What did I do?

He quickly looked up at the figure on the platform, his face full of innocence:

"What crime have I committed?"

"OK!"

The voice suddenly rose a few decibels, carrying a hint of anger:

"You've ruined my...my disciple Chu Qingyi, planting a demon within her, and you still dare to say you don't know what sins you've committed?!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Fengmian was first taken aback, and then his heart suddenly trembled!

apprentice?

Chu Qingyi?

A thought flashed through his mind—

No wonder!

No wonder he felt that the figure was somewhat familiar!

Isn't that Chu Qingyi?

That aloof demeanor, that exquisite figure, that tone of voice…

They look exactly alike!