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The most worried among everyone were the Sect Leader and Cang Song Zhenren. Their daughter, or disciple, had managed to form a Golden Core after just thirty years of cultivation, something that had never happened in the cultivation world before. It was indeed a source of pride for them. However, they never expected that all their preparations for her tribulation would be in vain when both she and another disciple chose to undergo their tribulations at the same time, causing the power of the lightning strikes to increase significantly.
"When could your disciple have chosen a better time to form her core than now?" the Sect Leader couldn't help but complain.
Cang Song Zhenren was not afraid of the Sect Leader; by seniority, he was still the Sect Leader's senior brother!
"Why didn't your daughter choose a better time? Why did she have to coincide with my disciple's core formation?" Cang Song Zhenren snorted coldly.
Yunxue Zhenren from Yaoguang Peak quickly interjected, "Now is not the time for arguing."
Dan Chen Zhenren from Jifeng said, "There’s no need for both of you to worry. I just calculated an omen for both disciples, and they will surely pass through their tribulations safely and achieve their Golden Cores."
Upon hearing this, the Sect Leader and Cang Song Zhenren felt half of their worries lift, but they still kept an eye on Shu and Kaiyang Peaks. The tribulation lightning descended simultaneously from two whirlpools, indeed larger than usual by one and a half times. Fortunately, both cultivators had sufficient magical treasures and solid cultivation bases, easily withstanding the first strike of lightning. Then came the second, third... until the twenty-seventh strike, each one larger than the last. Yet, the two cultivators seemed unfazed as they calmly faced their tribulations. The final bolt of lightning was dispersed, revealing a golden dragon and a golden phoenix in the sky, calling out to each other in acknowledgment.
"Dragon and phoenix presenting auspiciousness?!" The Sect Leader and the elders were both shocked and excited; such an omen hadn't appeared in thousands of years, proving that the two undergoing tribulation were truly exceptional individuals!
Cang Song Zhenren suddenly laughed, "So it’s dragon and phoenix presenting auspiciousness! Sect Leader, I hear your daughter is about the same age as my disciple?"
The Sect Leader immediately understood Cang Song Zhenren's implication and laughed heartily, "Yes! They are both of similar age and cultivation level; if they were to become dual cultivation partners, it would be quite suitable."
Cang Song Zhenren replied, "Then it's settled?"
The Sect Leader nodded, "How about we hold their Golden Core ceremony together with a dual cultivation ceremony?"
"Dual cultivation?" Hanno, who had just advanced to Golden Core True Person, barely had time to celebrate before hearing this news that made her want to punch someone.
"Yes! The other party is Xian Yu Yang, who formed his core at the same time as you. He is your Cang Song Shibo's disciple," the Sect Leader said cheerfully without noticing his daughter's reluctance. "Xian Yu Yang is about your age; twenty years ago he was brought back from the Mortal Realm by Cang Song. At that time, he already had peak Qi Refinement Stage strength. He managed to reach peak Qi Refinement Stage in such a spiritually barren place just by relying on a so-called Martial Arts Manual discarded by his brother. His talent is even better than yours! If it weren't for Cang Song picking him up first as his disciple, I would have wanted him for our Shu Peak."
Cultivators have excellent memories; even after twenty years, Hanno still remembered Li Wei Feng vividly. A slight recollection brought back memories of that boy she had quite liked. However, liking someone was one thing; marrying Li Wei Feng was another matter entirely. Now that Hanno had just formed her Golden Core and felt like she was on top of the world among elite cultivators in Pure Yuan World—no longer threatened—she wanted nothing more than to roam freely without being shackled by marriage.
"I don't want to," Hanno pouted.
"Huh? Why not?" The Sect Leader was taken aback and asked.
Hanno replied firmly, "I like someone else; I value my freedom and dislike being constrained."
"Dual cultivation is not a constraint; it can help both of you improve together," the Sect Leader said. "My daughter, don't refuse just yet. Try dating Xian Yu Yang first. This boy is truly exceptional; you won't find a better man in the cultivation world than him."
"Whose? Dad, you're more outstanding than he is," Hanno chimed in, flattering her father.
The Sect Leader was pleased by the compliment but didn't relent. "Soon, Cang Song will send Xian Yu Yang over with gifts. Make sure to treat him well."
What kind of gifts? Naturally, it was a betrothal gift. Hanno's mouth fell into a frown as she clenched her fists, thinking: Want to marry me? Hmph, let's see how I can make you cry and beg for mercy. I must make you propose to cancel the engagement.
Hanno began plotting various pranks in her mind, but when she saw the young man descending from the sky, she froze. Her mind went blank, and all her mischievous ideas vanished, leaving only one thought: "Why does this person look so familiar?"
Li Wei Feng approached Hanno and smiled at her lightly. "Long time no see?"
Hanno snapped back to reality at his words and quickly jumped back three meters, blushing fiercely as she retorted, "Who says it's been a long time? Just take whatever you brought and go back! I don't want your gifts and won't agree to dual cultivation with you."
"I know," Li Wei Feng replied with a smile. After being married to Hanno in several lifetimes, how could he not understand that she disliked feeling constrained? If it weren't for their love, Hanno would prefer to be alone. "Giving gifts is my intention; I don't force you into dual cultivation. I only hope for a chance for us to get to know each other better. Rest assured, I won't interfere with your freedom. You can do whatever you want; I just hope you'll allow me to follow you."
Hanno felt somewhat pleased by his words, and the corners of her mouth lifted slightly despite her stubborn demeanor. "Why should I let you follow me?"
Elder Brother Li chuckled and flipped his right hand, revealing a bouquet of bright red roses. The roses were carefully wrapped in transparent gauze that resembled mist, accentuating their beauty with twinkling starlight sprinkled throughout. Upon closer inspection, it was found that the starlight came from Starlight Grass, one of the main ingredients for refining barrier-breaking pills. Starlight Grass was a rare third-grade spiritual herb, yet Li Wei Feng extravagantly used it to adorn ordinary roses from the Mortal Realm.
"These are roses?" Hanno exclaimed in surprise. "Where did you find them?"
Li Wei Feng smiled and replied, "As long as you have the heart, you can always find them. Ninety-nine roses represent eternal love; no matter which lifetime it is, my love for you will never change."
"You actually know the language of roses? Are you... also someone who has crossed over?" Hanno jumped up in astonishment.
Li Wei Feng smiled without answering, simply extending the bouquet toward her.
Hanno's face turned bright red. In her current memories, she had never received roses from any man in her "previous life," which felt like such a regret! She never expected that upon arriving in the cultivation world, she would receive roses—how fantastical and delightful!
Blushing, Hanno accepted the roses and asked Li Wei Feng, "When did you cross over?"
She had already confirmed that Elder Brother Li was also someone who had crossed over like her.
"I've been here since I was an infant," Elder Brother Li replied.
"Just like me. No wonder you could reach the peak of Qi Refinement Stage in the Mortal Realm. You must be the protagonist of this world, right? With the protagonist's aura, it's only natural that your cultivation speed is so fast," Hanno said, pouting a bit with envy.
Elder Brother Li smiled, "Aren't you also cultivating quickly? As the daughter of the Azure Sky Sect's leader, you have a noble status and abundant cultivation resources. Why would you envy me? If I am the protagonist of this world, then aren't you the heroine?"
Hanno's negative thoughts were fleeting. After hearing Elder Brother Li's words, she immediately corrected her mindset, her thoughts becoming clearer and her state of mind subtly improving.
Hanno smiled slightly, "Thank you for your guidance. Alright, I allow you to stay by my side."
Elder Brother Li laughed, "Then thank you, Senior Sister!"
Both Elder Brother Li and Hanno chose not to cultivate together for now, which delayed the Core Formation Ceremony. To facilitate their relationship, the sect leader and Cang Song Zhenren assigned them a common mission—to travel through the Mortal Realm for five years and eliminate the demons causing havoc there.
Although there was a barrier separating the cultivation world from the Mortal Realm, cultivators rarely ventured into it. However, there were exceptions, such as man-eating monsters and demonic practitioners who cultivated using human souls and blood. To eradicate these demons, major sects in the cultivation world would send disciples to patrol the Mortal Realm every five years during Reincarnation. Once they detected any demons committing evil acts, they would eliminate them immediately. The identities of these disciples were kept secret; aside from the emperor of the Mortal Realm knowing they were Cultivators, no one else realized that these wandering young people were the legendary "immortals." This led to regret among those who had befriended them upon their return to their sects, lamenting missed opportunities for ascension.
Elder Brother Li and Hanno first reported to the emperor at the palace and left behind a Crane for communication. Li Wei Feng wanted to go home to see his parents in this life. Hanno did not object and agreed to Elder Brother Li's invitation without feeling anything was amiss. Li Wei Feng felt secretly pleased; meeting his parents was just a prelude to marriage!
Twenty years had passed, and many things about the Xianyu Family had changed from what Li Wei Feng remembered. Xianyu Lord had retired, passing on the responsibilities of head of the family to his elder brother Xianyu, while he enjoyed a leisurely life with Madam Xianyu. Both had consumed elixirs and were in good health, though their appearances had aged slightly since Li Wei Feng left. Elder Brother Li's authority grew stronger; he expanded the family's business significantly, even earning respect from the city lord. Elder Brother Xianyu also had three sons, with the youngest being of similar age to Li Wei Feng when he departed.
"Who are you?" Elder Brother Xianyu's son asked as he looked at the two beautiful young people standing before him, feeling a sense of familiarity as he ran over wanting to make friends.
"And who are you?" Elder Brother Li inquired as he observed his nephew's face resembling that of his elder brother, already having an answer in his heart.
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