Fairy, please have some self-respect. I am not the reincarnation of your deceased husband.

This time, because Mu Qianxue did not deliberately delay the trip, the two returned to the Jade Jade Sect in just one day.

After bidding each other farewell, they each returned to their own residences.

Although Mu Qianxue was reluctant to part with him, she knew that pushing him too hard would backfire.

Therefore, the best course of action is to emulate her husband's pursuit of her in her previous life and proceed step by step.

However, Chen Lianshu did not react at all and returned to her residence without looking back.

It's finally over.

His residence was a small courtyard rented from Ling Shi.

Although it's not spacious, it's just right for one person living alone.

Upon entering, the room, though simple, was clean and tidy.

The few potted plants I keep add a touch of life to the place.

"ah--"

As soon as she stepped into the bedroom, Chen Lianshu collapsed onto the bed.

Gazing at the rooftop, my thoughts wandered.

Although they encountered many outer disciples along the way, not one of them approached them to speak.

Although he was considered a senior disciple in the outer sect, it was just as he answered during the mission verification.

His fellow students considered him to be aloof and without friends.

It's not that he doesn't like making friends, it's just...

As an undercover agent, although the more people he came into contact with, the more intelligence he might obtain, this actually contradicted his expectations.

He only wanted to be an inconspicuous "invisible person" to save his life and to avoid being completely targeted and killed by that ruthless demonic sect.

After all, the higher one's position, the more important the secrets they can access.

In the end, they will only be drained of their value by the Demonic Sect, and even their remains will be used up.

But now it seems there's no need to worry about that anymore.

Because he has been thoroughly targeted.

Or perhaps they've been targeted by an extremely dangerous person...

"..."

I recalled Shen Yueli's parting words, "My husband."

Chen Lianshu closed his eyes and began to analyze the current situation.

With a slight thought, the interface for "Simulated Tribulation Progress" was brought up.

It is already clear that system repair requires triggering a "fate tribulation".

It has also been clearly stated that this so-called "karmic tribulation" must be related to that lost "simulated" memory.

There's no need to think too much about the [Demonic Path] route.

Based solely on Shen Yueli's parting words, "husband," there is no need to doubt anyone else.

At the same time, he summoned one of the long list of reward items from the system.

It was a piece of red string.

But it's not an ordinary red rope; it's a magical treasure.

【The Heart-Binding Rope】

[Affection Level: MAX (Tender and Sweet)]

[Refining method: ? ? (Unknown)]

[Rank: Acquired Spiritual Treasure]

As expected, in addition to the basic display information, the items given by the system all have a special favorability display at the top.

The red heart on this rope is the same one as the one worn by Shen Yueli.

It is entwined with dark red thorns, but there are relatively few thorns, and the binding posture is somewhat loose.

However, the description of this magical treasure is rather...strange:

【introduce】

[An extremely convenient control-type magical artifact, remarkably effective against a certain eccentric and wicked saintess.]

"?"

What kind of introduction is this?

However, the special red heart alone is enough to prove that this was obtained because of Shen Yueli's [Demonic Path].

Therefore, it can be deduced that the [paper doll clone] corresponds to the [righteous path].

Furthermore, based on the red heart of the ice crystal pattern at its top, it can be inferred that the "righteous path line" refers to Mu Qianxue.

But... does she have memories like Shen Yueli?

"hiss--"

Chen Lianshu shook her head, feeling a sudden headache.

We had no choice but to rest for now.

Once you've recovered your energy, you can proceed with the analysis.

……

Meanwhile, at the outer gate of the Jade Jade Sect, in the West Outer Affairs Hall.

Mu Qianxue went to the elder in charge of distributing the mission rewards and handed him the demon core of the miasma demon.

"So fast?"

Given Mu Qianxue's reputation, this elder naturally knew her.

After all, she was a well-known figure in the entire Jade Jade Sect.

Not only is he young, but he also possesses profound cultivation and exceptional strength, making his succession as the peak master a foregone conclusion.

In some smaller sects, such a position would even be sufficient to qualify one for the position of elder.

If his cultivation were to improve further, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he could become the leader of a small sect.

"It's not surprising that it was you who made the move."

After saying that, the elder ordered his disciple to fetch the reward for the "Qinghe Town Demon Extermination Mission".

"Give me Chen Lianshu's share as well."

Mu Qianxue's tone was calm, seemingly casual:

"I'll give it to him on my way."

In this way, she would have a reason to see her husband.

She didn't say the second half of the sentence; she just kept it to herself.

And she still maintained that composed, aloof, and ethereal fairy-like demeanor.

"Oh?"

"Alright."

The elder agreed without hesitation.

"It saves us the trouble of sending someone else."

She trusted Mu Qianxue implicitly.

After all, this peak master's chief disciple wouldn't stoop so low as to embezzle the outer sect disciples' rewards.

Moreover, although he may seem unapproachable, he is actually extremely responsible at heart.

"Xiao Zhou, fetch Chen Lianshu's reward and give it to your Senior Sister Mu."

"Yes, Elder."

A female disciple from the outer sect retrieved Chen Lianshu's share of the reward as instructed.

However, when it was handed to Mu Qianxue, she blinked, a hint of curiosity in her eyes, and asked softly:

"Senior Sister Mu, may I ask you something?"

"Um?"

Mu Qianxue did not refuse, and was also somewhat curious.

"you say."

Although she has a cool and aloof personality, she is not as cold and unapproachable as rumored.

The girl clearly noticed this, which is why she had the courage to speak up.

"I heard from a friend that Senior Brother Chen is extremely handsome, I wonder..."

Before she could finish speaking, Mu Qianxue's aura instantly turned cold.

The female disciple couldn't help but shudder and subconsciously stopped talking.

"You should focus more on your cultivation than on these things."

Mu Qianxue said nothing more and turned to leave.

And before parting, he only left behind a sentence that seemed like a warning, but was actually full of jealousy:

"From now on, I should ask less about idle gossip and focus more on my spiritual practice."

"Once your cultivation level is high enough, you will naturally know what you want to know."

"Yes, yes! Senior Sister Mu is right!"

"Your disciple will remember your teachings!"

This scene startled the female disciple, who quickly bowed and apologized repeatedly.

Mu Qianxue did not respond further, but simply snorted coldly before disappearing from sight.

……

On the way back, Mu Qianxue felt a surge of jealousy.

One Shen Yueli and one master are enough...

Her husband was too eye-catching; even the other female disciples in the sect secretly coveted him.

This is only because of his appearance.

When my husband's cultivation improves and his reputation rises...

I'm afraid I'll have to deal with those endless streams of "little vixens" again, just like in my previous life.

Only after returning to her residence and arriving at the gate of her master's palace did she calm her emotions and regain her aloof demeanor.

"Knock knock—"

"Master, your disciple has returned and come to pay his respects."

"Um?"

A gentle and soothing voice came from inside the door, like a spring breeze, refreshing and comforting.

"Qianxue is back?"

"Come in."

"Yes."

Mu Qianxue pushed open the door and entered.

A beautiful figure sat gracefully behind a desk, reviewing the sect's records.

It was her "free-giving master" who was also her "number two" rival in love.

Pei Wanyun.