Live Strong in the Wilderness

Ruling over billions of people is no simple task.

Gu Mingli has high expectations for Gu Qinglian, and the appearance of Xu Yi this time is undoubtedly an opportunity for Wuxu Palace. If missed, Wuxu Palace might cease to exist.

Indeed, the Nine Great Holy Lands maintain balance, but each holy land wishes to dominate on its own, rather than sharing the world with the other eight.

Thus, the seemingly peaceful world could plunge into chaos at any moment.

Wars waged by the Divine Master are far more terrifying than those of ordinary people, with destruction that is astoundingly overwhelming.

Back then, when the Divine Race descended, they directly massacred the world’s peak figures, then proclaimed the world belonged to the Divine Race.

If Xu Yi acted similarly, no one would be able to resist him.

If Wuxu Palace wants to gain advantages, they must cling tightly to Xu Yi.

"Very well." As she spoke, Gu Qinglian bowed to Xu Yi and continued, "I ask for Little Lord Buzhan’s pardon, for I have not traveled much, and if my account is lacking, I ask for forgiveness."

"No worries." Saying this, Xu Yi lifted the teacup and took a sip.

It seemed that his attention was entirely on the tea leaves, showing no interest in Gu Qinglian, known as the greatest beauty.

Gu Qinglian wore white, exuding an ethereal and otherworldly aura, truly like a fairy.

She was undeniably beautiful, with features so exquisite they resembled a perfect work of art.

Anyone who had seen her could not help but admire her unparalleled beauty.

Moreover, her particularly expressive eyes made it hard for one to look away.

Even Xu Yi admitted that Gu Qinglian’s looks were striking, hardly inferior to the Spirit God of the Spirit Race.

Thus, her becoming the Saintess of Wuxu Palace was a matter of great joy for everyone.

Because, once becoming the Saintess, she cannot marry within 200 years.

If one cannot have her, no one else should either!

Gu Qinglian’s appointment as Saintess was entirely anticipated.

However, Gu Qinglian realized that, to Xu Yi, she was not more appealing than a cup of tea.

"Master Gu, the tea is quite interesting." Saying this, Xu Yi took another sip of tea.

Though displeased, Gu Qinglian continued to thoughtfully depict the places she had visited to Xu Yi.

Soon, the meal was served.

Despite her displeasure, Gu Qinglian still accompanied Xu Yi in tasting the dishes alongside her father.

"The wine is good, and the food is excellent, well-prepared." After eating, Xu Yi offered praise.

"Glad that you liked it, Little Lord. Do you need a rest?" Gu Mingli inquired humbly.

"Alright." Xu Yi smiled slightly; indeed, a rest could be had.

Since cultivating here wasn’t possible, relaxing and taking a break was enough.

Gu Mingli mentioned that in seven days, Wuxu Palace would hold their ancestral rite, where all outstanding disciples would gather, alongside important figures from other holy lands attending.

With this ancestral rite, Xu Yi need not burden Gu Mingli with any other preparations.

When the time comes, Xu Yi can attend directly, witnessing this world’s young elites and their fortune.

Thus, Xu Yi proceeded to rest with Gu Mingli.

The place he stayed was exceedingly luxurious, with 100 maidservants assigned to him.

However, Xu Yi showed no interest in these maidservants.

If he wished, he could act without restraint.

After a refreshing bath, Xu Yi went to rest.

Xu Yi slept for six days straight.

Of course, this was because Xu Yi entered a deep sleep willingly, even using some hypnotic techniques.

Honestly, the sights in this world didn’t intrigue him.

During these six days, many things unfolded at Wuxu Palace.

Though Wuxu Palace had hidden the fact of Xu Yi’s arrival, internally, some rumors circulated.

After all, Wan Wuyan suddenly being made a direct disciple of Wuxu Palace, and a direct disciple of the Palace Master at that.

How could an obscure outer disciple becoming a direct disciple be accepted by others?

Thus, information about Xu Yi was eventually discovered.

Yet, only those with standing in Wuxu Palace knew, and the likelihood of it leaking to other holy lands was low.

Because Xu Yi’s identity was unique; other holy lands discovering and inviting him would be a massive loss for Wuxu Palace, a grave loss indeed.

No one wishes for their interests to be damaged.

Tomorrow marks Wuxu Palace’s ancestral rite, and so observers from various sects have entered Wuxu Palace.

Yet they find themselves hosted only by Wuxu Palace elders and some ordinary women, without seeing other disciples of Wuxu Palace.

Additionally, their accommodation is somewhat secluded.

Though many are curious, none have spoken out.

After all, Wuxu Palace’s reception is commendable, with the numerous elders personally welcoming them, it is considered Wuxu Palace’s highest courtesy — what more can they say?

Though night has fallen, Wuxu Palace is brightly lit, as if it were daylight.

All feel that this time, Wuxu Palace’s ancestral rite is far more grandiose than the one ten years ago.

No, it should be said, it is the most grandiose in tens of thousands of years.

However, the true reason is known only to the most core disciples.

Because within Wuxu Palace resides a Divine Being.

If they can please this Divine Being, advantages will follow for Wuxu Palace.

Perhaps allowing them to achieve Realm Breakthrough.

Or perhaps permitting their ascension to the Divine Being’s world to pursue higher cultivation and realms.

Late at night, Gu Qinglian arrived at her father’s training room.

She was aware that her father hadn’t been cultivating, but arranging matters for the ancestral rite daily.

"Father," Gu Qinglian called softly outside the stone door.

"Come in," said her mother’s voice from inside.

This voice left Gu Qinglian quite surprised.

Her parents were estranged; her mother entered Wuxu Palace’s forbidden grounds to cultivate when she was young, rarely seen. Their mother-daughter relationship was almost negligible.

But now, her mother appeared in her father’s training room?

Could it be because of the Divine Being?

Eternal life, is it truly more important than your daughter?

Thus, Gu Qinglian entered.

There she saw her mother, whom she hadn’t seen for years.

She noticed her mother had changed a lot.

Age had touched her, with wrinkles now visible on her face.

Because her parents had her late, perhaps if her father hadn’t become the Palace Master of Wuxu Palace, she might not even have been born.

"Father, reports indicate that Young Lord has awakened." Gu Qinglian knew well why her father had tasked her with handling everything related to Xu Yi: merely to try and become Xu Yi’s woman, or be favored by him.

Though annoyed, Gu Qinglian still complied.

After all, her status dictated she could not be selfish. Her actions must consider Wuxu Palace’s gains and losses.

Her personal thoughts weren’t so severe.

Additionally, she found Xu Yi, despite seemingly young, not repulsive.

Serving such a person wouldn’t be utterly nauseating.

But she hadn’t expected Xu Yi could sleep so long without waking.

What intrigued her most was the room contained a person without any aura, yet immensely powerful.