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

The next morning.

The morning mist had not yet dissipated, and the dewdrops on the bamboo leaves were still glistening.

At the entrance to Yuling Peak.

Pei Wanyun wore a lotus-colored long dress and held the well-behaved little Xueyan in her arms.

She got up very early today and came here early to wait, just to see her two disciples off from the peak.

"Master."

Mu Qianxue was the first to arrive.

She was wearing a long silver-threaded dress that Pei Wanyun had sewn by hand the day before.

Unlike her usual simple attire, this outfit today made her appear even more elegant and refined, attracting attention.

"Um."

Pei Wanyun nodded lightly, her gaze passing over her and looking at the mountain path behind her.

Before long, Chen Lianshu's figure appeared from the morning mist.

He was wearing the clothes that his master had sewn by hand, which made him look handsome and upright.

The master and disciple's gazes lingered on him for a moment, admiring him for a brief instant before quickly looking away.

"Am I late?"

Seeing that the two seemed to have been waiting for a long time, Chen Lianshu couldn't help but feel a little apologetic.

"No, it's perfect."

Mu Qianxue answered first.

"It's still early, no rush."

Pei Wanyun responded gently, her phoenix eyes naturally meeting her husband's.

This also made Chen Lianshu subconsciously recall the events of yesterday.

When he woke up, he found himself sleeping in his master's bedroom, while the other was tidying up inside.

It was obvious that he had taken over his master's bed.

This made him feel somewhat embarrassed…

Pei Wanyun naturally noticed this slight daze.

Yesterday, she had already gotten up and left her husband's embrace before he noticed, and then pretended to tidy up, concealing all traces of intimacy.

"Cough cough."

She coughed lightly twice, bringing her husband back to his senses.

He then took out two jade tokens from his storage space and handed them to the two people respectively.

"This is the guide to the secret realm."

"You should first go to Qingjue Platform to gather. At that time, an elder from the sect will lead the group there."

"Do not rush into the secret realm; take good care of yourself."

After giving brief instructions, she reiterated the matters she had already been instructed on the previous day:

"After entering the secret realm, your location will be randomly teleported. Do not panic after landing, and do not rush in."

"Observe your surroundings before taking any action, and only proceed if it is safe to do so."

"The sect has distributed location-tracking spirit jades, which disciples can use to contact and look after each other."

Having said that, she took out two more spirit jade pendants:

"This is the Tongxin Jue (a jade pendant symbolizing unity)."

"Once you enter the secret realm, you can use this to locate each other and prevent getting separated."

"Your disciple will remember this."

The two of them took it at the same time and put it into their pockets.

Suddenly, Xiao Xueyan, who was in Pei Wanyun's arms, jumped into Chen Lianshu's arms.

The little guy kept nuzzling against him, tilting his head back and whimpering softly, his eyes full of reluctance.

Chen Lianshu hugged it, rubbed its head, and said gently:

"You little rascal, it's not like I'm not coming back. Don't act like you're here to see me off on my deathbed."

When criticized, Xiao Xueyan rubbed against his palm, making gurgling sounds, clearly enjoying it.

"Since it's so reluctant to part with you, why don't you take it with you, Lian Shu?"

Pei Wanyun made a startling statement.

"what?"

Chen Lianshu was taken aback, utterly puzzled:

"You can do it like that?"

"Can."

"Although Snow Flame is my spirit pet, its cultivation level is not rejected by the secret realm."

"With its innate intelligence, it can lend you a hand in the secret realm."

"Then...would Little Snow Flame be willing to come with me?"

Chen Lianshu looked down at the person in his arms.

Little Snowflame nodded excitedly, its tail wagging even more enthusiastically.

She wanted to follow Chen Lianshu, but also wanted to go out and have some fun.

"That's settled then."

Pei Wanyun made the final decision.

Thus, Xiao Xueyan also embarked on her journey.

And the time is almost up.

The two should set off.

"Your teacher..."

Pei Wanyun opened her mouth, but stopped after saying only two words.

Looking at the two people before me, a thousand words could only be condensed into two sentences:

"We'll wait for you to come back."

Have a safe journey.

Especially when she said "waiting for you to come back," her gaze lingered on Chen Lianshu for a longer time, her words carrying a deeper meaning.

"Take care, Master."

Mu Qianxue spoke first, raising her eyes to look at those eyes filled with complex emotions.

Ultimately, they chose to ignore it.

He's still my master, so I'll just pretend I didn't see him today...

Chen Lianshu also bowed in greeting:

"Master, please take care. Your disciple will surely return safely."

Pei Wanyun glanced at her two disciples one last time, composed herself, and revealed her usual gentle smile, saying softly:

"Go."

A mountain breeze blows, and the bamboo leaves sway gently.

The two turned around and their figures gradually disappeared into the distance.

At the mountain gate, the lotus-colored figure still stood in the same spot.

Pei Wanyun only looked away after the two figures had completely disappeared from sight.

"My husband, I'm waiting for you to come back."

Having said that, he turned around and returned alone to Jade Spirit Peak...

Outside the Jade Jade Sect, at the Jade Green Terrace.

The inner disciples had already gathered here, chatting in small groups.

When Chen Lianshu and Mu Qianxue arrived, they happened to run into several familiar disciples of the Jade Jade Sect.

"Senior Sister Mu!"

Some people recognized her and turned to make way for her.

After all, Mu Qianxue had extremely high prestige and a great reputation within the inner sect.

She is virtually unrivaled among the younger generation, and everyone respects her.

However, upon seeing Chen Lianshu beside him, a murmur of discussion arose among the crowd.

As a newly appointed disciple, although some people knew his identity, most people were unfamiliar with him and did not recognize him.

"?"

Before Chen Lianshu could react.

Suddenly, he felt his right hand being grasped by a cool, wispy hand.

It was Mu Qianxue walking ahead.

"Peace of mind."

She turned her head slightly, and whispered words of comfort, a hint of tenderness appearing in her cool tone:

"Don't be nervous, just stay close to me."

"..."

Am I nervous?

This was the first thought that popped into Chen Lianshu's mind.

Although it was somewhat inexplicable, they ultimately didn't say anything.

"…Um."

About fifteen minutes later.

An inner sect elder with white hair and beard arrived on his sword and landed in the center of the Jade Green Platform.

"The descent to the secret realm will begin immediately. All disciples, prepare yourselves."

"This secret realm is called the 'Myriad Demons Secret Realm,' and it opens once every ten years."

"The secret realm is mostly inhabited by demonic beasts and spirit beasts, which is both a risk and an opportunity."

He surveyed his disciples, his voice booming like a bell:

"Moreover, it's not just disciples of my Jade Jade Sect who will participate; both righteous and demonic paths will enter."

"But there's no need to panic; everyone should rely on their own abilities."

"Remember this: act within your capabilities, avoid greed and impatience, and look out for each other among your fellow disciples."

After saying that, he made a hand seal and began to cast a spell.

A massive gate of light appeared out of thin air and hung above the Azure Jade Platform.

"After you have entered the sect, you will be randomly teleported to various locations within the secret realm."

Opportunities depend on oneself, life and death are determined by fate.

"Go."

The disciples all leaped up and transformed into streams of light, disappearing into the gate of light.

Before entering, Mu Qianxue held the guiding token in her hand and the jade pendant given to her by her master tightly, and turned her head to look at Chen Lianshu.

She pursed her lips slightly, her eyes filled with reluctance and her expression complex.

"Junior brother, remember to come find me."

"See you in the secret realm."

After saying that, the two entered the portal together.

The next moment, Chen Lianshu felt a blinding white light before his eyes, and the world spun around him.

When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in an unfamiliar world—

We've arrived at the secret realm.

……

In the secret realm.

A small, snow-white fox with light pink markings was fleeing frantically through the mountains and forests, seemingly being chased by something.

She didn't know how she had ended up in this situation.

Just moments ago, they were searching for their way in the human realm when they were suddenly sucked into a beam of white light. When they opened their eyes again, they found themselves in this unfamiliar world.

As a jade-faced spirit fox, she vaguely sensed that she had stumbled into a secret realm.

But she had no intention of seeking any opportunity!

All she wanted was to find her husband.

Why is it so difficult?

She had finally gotten close to that damned Jade Jade Sect, and was about to sneak in and find her husband—

Now I've been dumped in this godforsaken place again.

"Waaah..."

The little fox howled inwardly as it ran.

My husband, where are you...?