The Shen Clan was very big and occupied a vast area. Between the mountain peaks, one could see the spiritual spring and waterfall.
At this moment, in a rather quiet courtyard.
A young man with long hair, wearing a long robe, and an elegant and natural face, was bending down to water the flowers and plants in front of him.
He looked very young and his features were regular. He was only in his twenties.
Although there wasn't any magic power fluctuation on his body, his every movement seemed to be one with the surrounding mountain environment.
Many spiritual birds flew over because of his movements. Colorful butterflies flew and stopped on the flowers and plants in the courtyard.
"Second Elder, there is no need to say more. When the time is right, I will naturally leave the Shen Clan, but not now."
The young man's back was facing an elder in front of the courtyard. His voice was calm and natural and did not change because the person behind him was the Second Elder of the Shen Clan.
His expression was very serious as he carefully watered every flower and plant. At the same time, he bent down to pick up some of the dead leaves.
It was as if the person behind him was not as important as the flowers and plants in front of him.
The Second Elder of the Shen Clan was the elder in the palace who insisted on Shen Xian 'er breaking the engagement.
His face was dark and his lips were thin. When he heard these words, he was very angry.
"Li Xiu, don't be so ungrateful. What did we agree on? Now you are going back on your words? "
"All these years, has the Shen Clan ever wronged you? When your Spiritual Ocean is broken, who found so many spiritual medicines for you? Who found the Longevity Fruit for you? "
The young man named Li Xiu slightly shook his head and said, "I did not agree to that matter. It was you who said it. Also, I have already said that when the time is right, I will leave the Shen Clan. When that time comes, even if you want to keep me, you will not be able to."
"I did not ask you to repair my broken Spiritual Ocean. At that time, I said there was no need to waste time. It was you who did not believe me."
"Also, if it was not for me, Shen Xian 'er's grandfather and grandfather would have died. I am their savior. Is this how the Shen Clan treats its savior?"
He smiled faintly. His tone was natural, but there was a hint of mockery. It was as if he was talking about a small matter like eating and drinking.
But this kind of belittling attitude made the Second Elder of the Shen Clan even angrier.
"Less nonsense."
His expression was gloomy as he said, "You have to break this engagement. You're a cripple of unknown origin. How can you be a match for my Shen clan's heavenly daughter?"
"Don't be delusional. Xian 'er will never marry you. If you know what's good for you, leave the Shen Clan. We can still part on good terms. "
"Even if your mysterious master were to appear, this old man's words will not change."
He knew that Li Xiu's mysterious master was very powerful and was able to rescue Shen Xian 'er's grandfather and grandfather from that dangerous place.
Moreover, according to what the two of them said afterward, Li Xiu's master had broken the chaotic rules of the Boundary Monument Sea with a casual wave of his hand.
Only those who were at least at the Supreme Martial Saint Realm or above would be able to do such a thing. That was why they decided to befriend him.
This was also the reason why many of the elders of the Shen Clan objected. After all, although Li Xiu's mysterious master had not appeared in the past three years, no one knew whether he was still alive or not.
A cultivator who surpassed the Supremacy Realm was an existence that stood at the pinnacle of the Tianlan Realm.
Who would dare to offend him?
Hearing this, Li Xiu only smiled faintly and did not seem to care. He said, "I already said, I have no master. Also, if Shen Xian 'er wants to break the engagement, you can ask her to come in person. "
"Perhaps in your eyes, Shen Xian 'er is bright and dazzling. But to me, she's just so-so. If it weren't for her grandfather's pleading, do you think I would have agreed? "
He was speaking the truth. How could Shen Xian 'er be worth his attention?
It was just that the other party wanted to break the engagement without even seeing him. This made him feel uncomfortable.
Since when had he fallen to the point where he had to break off his engagement and break his promise?
"What arrogance. Since you say so, then I will ask Xian 'er to come here and let her say it in front of you."
The second elder of the Shen Clan was so angry at Li Xiu's words that he laughed. This was the first time he met someone so arrogant. Before this, he did not know that Li Xiu's tone was so arrogant.
Did he really think that because he had an old monster as his master, he could look down on everyone?
Hearing this, Li Xiu only glanced at him indifferently. Then, he bent down and continued watering. He was very relaxed and indifferent.
The second elder of the Shen Clan huffed coldly and then strode out of the place. But when he reached the outside of the courtyard, an ancient communication talisman suddenly lit up.
Seeing this, his expression changed. He became extremely cautious and even a little nervous. Only then did he take out the communication talisman.
"What?"
"That … young existence, he wants to come to the Tianlan Realm."
Seeing the content of the communication talisman, the second elder of the Shen Clan was stunned. Then, he was extremely shocked. Even his voice was trembling. He was very excited and could not keep calm.
The communication talisman in his hand almost fell to the ground.
Compared to how he acted in front of Li Xiu, he was like a completely different person.
Seeing him like this, Li Xiu raised an eyebrow. He seemed to be quite surprised.
The second elder of the Shen Clan was a person who fawned over others. He understood what happened to make him so respectful and even tremble.
"Young existence?"
He caught the words in the second elder of the Shen Clan's words and frowned slightly. Then, he thought about it carefully. He had some guesses in his heart, but he did not care.
"A frog at the bottom of a well who doesn't know the immensity of heaven and earth. This time, I'll let you see what a True Dragon of the Nine Heavens is."
The second elder of the Shen Clan sneered and glanced at Li Xiu. Then, he hurriedly left. He planned to tell the rest of the clan about this matter and let everyone welcome him.
Many people did not know that he had already come into contact with people from the Upper Realm some time ago.
Back then, he learned that a certain powerful and unparalleled young existence of that clan was looking for someone with the surname Gu.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, he established a relationship with the Upper Realm.
Now, he suddenly received news that the young existence was coming to the Tianlan Realm.
This made his heart tremble. He quickly guessed the purpose. It should be related to Gu Xian 'er, so he did not dare to delay and hurriedly went to discuss it with the other elders.
Although Shen Xian 'er's parents had some grudges against that person because of what happened back then, no matter what, the blood of that clan still flowed in her body.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Shen Clan.
…
At the same time, in the valley, immortal fog was faintly discernible. Lingzhi mushrooms were everywhere, and colorful clouds flowed.
The stones flickered with precious light. Strands of purple multicolored light rose from all over the place. It was like a paradise.
Mother Shen, Father Gu, Shen Xian 'er, and a few others were still expressing their dissatisfaction with Gu Changge because of what happened before.
"Xian 'er, don't quibble for him." Mother Shen looked at her with heartache.
Gu Xian 'er's expression was cold. Listening to Mother Shen's words, he felt helpless and could not help but explain.
"Father, mother, you've all misunderstood. What happened back then was really not Gu Changge's fault. Now, he's already doing his best to make it up to me."
"I'm doing well in the Gu Clan. The clan elders are very good to me. Some time ago, an ancestor of our bloodline appeared and almost destroyed the Ocean Palace …"
"Actually, you don't have to do this. The clan elders miss you very much."
Hearing this, Mother Shen shook her head and sighed. "Xian 'er, it's been hard on you all these years. I know you're saying this because you have to consider the clan. How can such a great hatred be resolved with just a few words?"
In her opinion, if Gu Xian 'er did not compromise, how could Gu Changge let her off so easily?
How could he easily summon the exiled clansmen back to the clan and restore their identity and status?
How heart-wrenching was the pain of having one's bone dug out?
"Although we haven't returned to the clan these years, we still know some things. Gu Changge agreed to the clan elders to take our clan members back because he wants to become the young master of the Gu Clan."
"Otherwise, why would he be so kind?"
Father Gu also spoke at this moment. Clenching his fists, he hated his own helplessness.
How old was Gu Xian 'er when his Bone of the Great Path was dug out? No matter how Gu Changge explained, he could not cover up this cruel truth.
"Mother, father … you …"
Gu Xian 'er did not know how to explain now. She felt a little uncomfortable in her heart.
She knew that her parents were concerned about her, but she did not want them to misunderstand Gu Changge so deeply.
But what happened back then was related to Gu Changge's secret. She could not explain it.
She had already told them what had happened between her and Gu Changge, but they still did not believe her.
"Sister, you don't have to say anymore. It's good that you're back in the Shen Clan now. Our family of four will be together forever," Shen Xian 'er said softly.
She had been influenced by Gu Changge since she was young. She had never seen him before and felt an inexplicable enmity towards him.
"You're still young. There are some things you don't understand."
Gu Xian 'er's tone was slightly helpless. She had been saying this almost every day recently, but it had no effect.
Her parents' attitude towards Gu Changge was deeply ingrained. It was difficult to change it.
"Forget it. You don't have to worry about this matter.
Let's deal with Xian 'er first. "
Gu Xian 'er saw that they were about to speak again and quickly waved her hand. She was afraid that her parents would say something inexplicable again.
She felt that it was necessary to bring them back to the Gu Clan and Peach Village. This way, their attitude towards Gu Changge would change.
"Alright, I won't say anymore. I don't want to make you angry again."
Shen Xian's mother was also helpless.
She did not know what kind of magic potion Gu Changge gave Gu Xian 'er. Every time they mentioned Gu Changge, she would be unhappy.
Although she did not show it on her face, how could she hide the changes in her emotions from them?
"Why would I be angry …"
Gu Xian 'er was about to deny it.
Suddenly, a divine rainbow descended from outside the valley. A person came to report to Shen Xian 'er.
"Miss, the Soliciting Moon Saintess is outside the mountain gate. She wishes to see you."
"Soliciting Moon Saintess?"
Shen Xian 'er frowned slightly. A beautiful figure appeared in her mind. She did not understand why she would come to the Shen Clan at this time.
Although she had met the Soliciting Moon Saintess a few times, they were not very familiar with each other. They had only exchanged a few words.
Why would she come to the Shen Clan at this time and specifically ask to see her?
"Is the Soliciting Moon Saintess the successor of the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground?"
"Why would she come to the Shen Clan?"
Shen Xian's mother was confused. She had been living in seclusion in the valley all these years and had never stepped out.
However, she had heard of some of the geniuses in the Tianlan Domain.
The Soliciting Moon Saintess was an extremely dazzling genius. She was the successor of the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground.
She was powerful and famous. She was also beautiful and had many young geniuses chasing after her.
Busybodies often compared the Soliciting Moon Saintess to Shen Xian 'er.
She also did not understand why the Soliciting Moon Saintess would visit Shen Xian 'er at this time.
"Tell her that I'll be right there."
Although Shen Xian 'er was confused, she did not neglect the Soliciting Moon Saintess.
After all, the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground was a force with a long history in the Tianlan Domain. It had existed for even longer than the Shen Clan. Its foundation was unfathomable.
Moreover, there were rumors in the Tianlan Domain that the Patriarch of the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground had been in seclusion all these years. He had not ascended nor passed away.
After the cultivators of the Tianlan Domain broke through to the Supreme Realm, it was difficult for them to continue staying in this domain.
They would either find a way to hide from the sky or find a way to seal their Qi and slow down the aging of their Qi and blood to prevent them from being detected by the laws of heaven and earth.
For example, the Patriarch of the Shen Clan used the second method to seal his Qi and blood in seclusion in the ancestral land.
"I'll go with you and have a look."
Gu Xian 'er also felt that this matter was a bit strange and said.
Shen Xian 'er nodded. Then, the two turned into divine rainbows and left the valley, heading out of the Shen Clan's mountain gate.
In front of the magnificent and simple mountain gate, there was a towering bluestone. There was a blue glow on it, which seemed to be very old.
Many of the Shen Clan's people came and went, looking in front of them in surprise.
A beautiful woman in a red dress was standing in front of the mountain gate.
She emitted a faint light, and there was a jade flute on her waist, which made her look very charming.
There were many followers behind her, men and women, old and young. Many of them were very powerful and unpredictable.
"Your Highness, are we just going to wait here? What if Shen Xian 'er refuses to see us? "
At this moment, an old man with white hair and beard behind the woman in red could not help but ask.
The woman in red was the Soliciting Moon Saintess. She said without changing her expression, "Shen Xian 'er will see me. We just need to wait."
She was very confident and was not worried that Shen Xian 'er would refuse to see them.
As she spoke, the Soliciting Moon Saintess looked at the Shen Clan with a complicated expression, but there was more respect hidden deep in her heart.
It was as if there was a terrifying existence hiding in the Shen Clan.
At this moment, two divine rainbows suddenly streaked across the sky and landed in the Shen Clan's mountain gate. They were Gu Xian 'er and Shen Xian' er.
The Soliciting Moon Saintess was a little confused by Gu Xian 'er, who looked unfamiliar but somewhat similar to Shen Xian' er, but she did not ask.
"What brings you here, Soliciting Moon Saintess?"
Shen Xian 'er glanced at the Soliciting Moon Saintess and the others. Her voice was very calm, and she went straight to the point.
She was focused on Dao and had no distractions.
She did not care about the ways of the world, so her words were not polite.
This made the people behind the Soliciting Moon Saintess a little angry.
After all, they had been waiting here for a while.
Shen Xian 'er's attitude was the same. She did not invite them to have a chat.
As a famous ancient clan in the Tianlan Domain, it was not right for the Shen Clan to do this. It would give people the feeling that they were looking down on the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground.
However, the Soliciting Moon Saintess did not care and waved her hand. She had dealt with Shen Xian 'er before, so she understood her character.
She also said directly, "I heard that you want to break the engagement with that useless son-in-law of the Shen 767 Clan?"
Shen Xian 'er frowned and said, "How did you know about this?"
This news was only spread in the Shen Clan.
How did the Soliciting Moon Saintess know about this when she was in the Brilliant Moon Sacred Ground? Could it be that she had a spy in the Shen Clan?
"I don't think it's important."
Seeing her expression, the Soliciting Moon Saintess understood and could not help but smile. "I'm already outside the mountain gate, but Miss Xian 'er did not invite me in. No matter what, the Shen Clan is one of the top clans in the Tianlan Domain. Don't tell me you don't even have this little bit of magnanimity?"
"What do you want?"
Shen Xian 'er's tone was still rude. At the same time, she was more and more confused.
Why would the Soliciting Moon Saintess ask about her useless fiancé?
She did not have anything against Li Xiu. It was just that she did not plan to marry and have children. She only wanted to pursue Dao.
Even if Li Xiu was not a useless person, she would not agree to this engagement.
"I'm just very curious. I really want to see who was invited in by your Shen Clan back then, and now you want to break the engagement."
The Soliciting Moon Saintess smiled and did not say much.
At this moment, even Gu Xian 'er felt that something was not right. Why would the Soliciting Moon Saintess ask about Shen Xian' er's fiancé?
"Since you want to see him, let's go."
Shen Xian 'er had no reason to refuse. After all, the Soliciting Moon Saintess only wanted to see Li Xiu through her.
Although she had no feelings for Li Xiu, she would not restrict his movements and would not interfere with other people coming to see him.
"Thank you, Miss Xian 'er."
The Soliciting Moon Saintess was delighted, but her expression did not change. She still wore a polite smile.
Then, she followed behind Shen Xian 'er. Her red dress swayed in the wind as she walked into the depths of the Shen Clan.
"What is she trying to do?"
Gu Xian 'er, who had been watching from the side, suddenly had a strong feeling that something was wrong.
The Soliciting Moon Saintess seemed to have an ulterior motive.
But at this moment, a mighty aura suddenly rose from the Shen Clan.
In the center of the palace, the lights flickered and shone brightly. Then, a powerful aura swept across the sky.
This was an ancient and powerful aura. Then, many figures with terrifying auras appeared and rushed out of the mountain gate. They seemed to be in a hurry.
The Soliciting Moon Saintess and the others who were rushing to Li Xiu's courtyard were confused when they saw this.
"What happened?"
"Those people are the older generation of the Shen Clan, right?"
She could not help but ask.
Shen Xian 'er was also confused. This was the first time she had seen such a grand scene. Many elders moved together and headed out of the mountain gate.
Even if they were facing a strong enemy, they would not be like this.
"Did something big happen? Why are all the elders here?"
She could not help but shake her head gently. But soon, she did not think too much about it. After all, this had nothing to do with her.
Gu Xian 'er frowned slightly. This scene reminded her of the day when she came to the Shen Clan.
Because she kept a low profile, many elders of the Shen Clan still came to greet her. They did not dare to neglect her.
"This situation …"
"Don't tell me that guy came here personally …"
She suddenly had a strange feeling, but felt that it was impossible. Why would Gu Changge care about such a small matter?
Not to mention coming to the Tianlan Realm personally.
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