“Cloudrise Holy Land will fall one day!” The black-clothed man scoffed, a sneer twisting his lips. “Heh, Cloudrise Holy Land stands unshaken. Even if the Fourth Star Ring crumbles, we will remain!”
Over the next few days, the Starry Sky ran red with blood. Yet, no one could stand against Cloudrise Holy Land! All the Small Realms seethed with deep-seated resentment. Outside the Fourth Star Ring, the suffering caused by Cloudrise Holy Land had long reached its peak.
Sima Xuance remained in Cloud City, relentlessly pressing his subordinates to track down the Fox Clan. But there was no news, no trace. The Fox Clan had vanished from the Starry Sky as if they had evaporated into thin air!
***
Near the Second Star Ring, on a star belonging to the Charm Sect, a majestic Spirit Peak pierced the heavens. Lush Spirit Wood and countless High-tier Spirit Herbs, a riot of vibrant colors, adorned its slopes. Dense Starry Sky Power flowed continuously downwards through the Spirit Peak’s Arrays, making the entire area shimmer with dazzling light and profound, mystical energy. This was Liu Ruyan’s very own Spirit Peak!
At its summit, a Spirit Spring cascaded three thousand feet, its waters scattering like a myriad of stars.
Along the winding steps leading to her Immortal’s Cave at the peak, numerous men ascended, drawn by her fame. They had all heard that Liu Ruyan’s Avatar had been destroyed outside the Fourth Star Ring, and knowing her mood must be foul, they came bearing gifts and apologies.
A black-clothed man pointed to a Seven-star Grass not far from the steps. “See that? That’s what I gave Ruyan last time.”
Another middle-aged man in grey robes held a small vial. “This is three drops of Grand Supreme Star Dew I acquired at great cost from an Auction!”
Everyone gasped. To merely meet Liu Ruyan, this grey-robed man had truly gone all out! It was well-known that Liu Ruyan had a rule: she would meet thirty people each day, but only the one who presented the most valuable gift would be granted a private audience. As for what transpired during that audience, the others were left to their own vivid imaginations.
Meanwhile, Liu Ruyan, clad in a long gown, sat cross-legged. Her long hair cascaded like a silvery galaxy, and a faint divine radiance shimmered around her enchanting form. Her neck was as pristine as fresh snow, and the design of her gown was exquisitely crafted, revealing a generous expanse of her fair bosom in a tantalizing, ethereal state that left onlookers breathless. With a flick of her jade-like hand, images of the men ascending the peak appeared before her. She was long accustomed to such scenes. Many traveled thousands of miles from other stars just to catch a glimpse of her beauty. But she had already cemented her position near the Second Star Ring, and her admirers were endless.
Soon, the crowd reached the summit of the Spirit Peak. This place was truly blessed, with Arrays personally laid out by a Grand Array Master for Liu Ruyan, designed to prevent any unforeseen incidents. Here, with a mere thought, Liu Ruyan could harness the power of the Arrays to annihilate even a Five-rotation Myriad Phase Realm expert!
Liu Ruyan slowly rose and opened the Immortal’s Cave. Her peerless beauty shone upon the men like a blazing sun, and imperceptibly, her Charm Arts had already taken effect. In truth, from the moment they began ascending the peak, the Spirit Wood all over the mountain had been emitting a mesmerizing, seductive aura, making these ardent admirers utterly unable to resist.
Liu Ruyan’s enchanting face showed a hint of sorrow, as if she were on the verge of tears. The numerous men in the courtyard immediately felt a pang of heartache. “Ruyan, please don’t cry! If you cry, we’ll be so distressed!”
A grey-robed man presented an ancient flute. “Ruyan, this is the supreme treasure I offer today. Please take a look.”
Liu Ruyan simply took the ancient flute, placed it in her Storage Ring, and said to the man, “I appreciate your gesture. You may leave now.”
The man was immediately met with ridicule from the others. “That trash? You actually dared to bring that out?”
The grey-robed man’s face flushed with embarrassment. “It cost me my entire fortune.”
The others scoffed. “With an offering like that, don’t even dream of spending time with Ruyan.” The grey-robed man fell silent. The ancient flute was a One-rotation Myriad Phase-tier treasure, but to Liu Ruyan, it was indeed rather paltry.
Humbly, he said, “Ruyan, then I shall take my leave. Just seeing you once is enough for me to remember.”
Liu Ruyan gently extended her jade-like hand towards him. The grey-robed man was overwhelmed, then reverently kissed her finger, his heart pounding with excitement.
Next, the others began presenting their treasures. “Ruyan, I’ve brought you ten thousand Top-grade Star Stones!”
“Ruyan, I’ve brought a Great Soul Pill! Your Avatar was destroyed, this Great Soul Pill can repair your soul!”
“…”
Finally, a middle-aged man in grey robes stepped forward. “Ruyan, I am Qin Feng, Master of the Profound Feather Sect. I’ve brought you three drops of Grand Supreme Star Dew, and I specialize in creating Avatars. I can forge a new one for you!”
Hearing this, Liu Ruyan’s eyes lit up. Grand Supreme Star Dew! This was a supreme treasure, priceless and impossible to find on the market! This grey-robed man had actually brought three drops! Coupled with his ability to forge Avatars, he was undeniably the perfect choice. Yet, her face remained impassive as she gently extended her jade hand, allowing the grey-robed man to take it. “You’re the one.”
The others watched with immense envy, but could only disperse. Liu Ruyan collected all their gifts, but having failed in their bid, they had no choice but to leave.
“Boom!” The Immortal’s Cave door slammed shut. Having secured the Grand Supreme Star Dew, Liu Ruyan turned to Qin Feng. “Forge an Avatar for me, and then you can have what you desire.”
Qin Feng’s body trembled uncontrollably. Excitement! This was Liu Ruyan’s True Body! Qin Feng stammered, “Does that mean I can…”
Liu Ruyan cut him off. “Don’t get ahead of yourself. My Primordial Yin Body is inviolable! If you dare to breach it, you will never leave this place alive!”
Qin Feng felt a chill run down his spine. She was right! Too many powerful figures secretly coveted Liu Ruyan; he wouldn’t be able to protect himself if he crossed that line. Still, to be so intimately close to Liu Ruyan’s True Body, even just skin-to-skin, was already the fulfillment of his deepest wish.
Liu Ruyan’s face was enchanting. She knew that if she wanted Qin Feng to forge an Avatar, she couldn’t just make the horse run without feeding it. “Qin Feng, come.”
“Boom!” Qin Feng immediately lunged forward, eager to ‘climb the peak’.
“Don’t be so rough!” Liu Ruyan snapped, feigning anger.
Qin Feng paused, startled. “My apologies.” He began to kiss her jade-like feet, his lips tracing a path upwards. The delicate sensation was like silk. Liu Ruyan had already activated her Charm Arts, and Qin Feng was now lost in a blissful illusion. “Ruyan!”
***
Back in the Tai Chu Realm.
Chen Changsheng was traversing a Domain Gate, heading towards the Western Desert. Xiao Mo, after devouring a large mouthful of Grand Supreme Star Dew, had entered a profound state. She was now refining the surging power within the Bronze Ancient Palace.
The Silver-haired Woman pouted. “Still no sign of my sister this time! How can we get Master Lu Xuan to pay more attention?”
Chen Changsheng pondered for a moment. “Unless your sister becomes Master’s disciple, it’s no use.”
The Silver-haired Woman fell silent. After a moment, she gritted her teeth, proudly puffing out her impressive chest. “We are the Supreme Fox Clan!”
Chen Changsheng gave a dry cough. “Even your Ancient Ancestor Tamamo-no-Mae wasn’t a match for Master. What does being the Supreme Fox Clan matter then?”
The Silver-haired Woman immediately deflated.
Soon, they arrived in the Western Desert.