Yaoguang Fairy Path

The morning sun shone through the cracks in the tent, dappling onto Ye Shuyao. She opened her eyes slightly and lazily rubbed them. A few glistening dewdrops clung to her long eyelashes, as if she had just been bathed in a spring rain. She yawned and stretched, as if to put all her fatigue behind her.

However, when she fully opened her eyes, a tall humanoid creature stood quietly not far from her, its figure standing out in the morning light. Ye Shuyao's sleepiness instantly dissipated, replaced by a sense of vigilance. She gripped the Ice Soul Sword tightly in her hand, her eyes fixed sharply on the uninvited guest.

The creature opposite made no sound, as if deliberately remaining silent. Just as Ye Shuyao's patience was about to run out and she was about to launch an attack, a dull yet firm voice suddenly rang out in her mind: "Master, human."

Ye Shuyao was startled, and she immediately scanned the mysterious creature with her spiritual sense. In that instant, she was surprised to discover that there seemed to be an inexplicable and subtle connection between her and the humanoid before her. That connection was mysterious and profound, as if it bound them tightly together.

No, this creature isn't human. Ye Shuyao slowly sheathed her Ice Soul Sword and carefully examined this unexpected visitor. When her eyes fell on the familiar inscription on the back of the creature's hand, she suddenly felt relieved. This was a demon puppet crafted by Long Wuji himself.

"He left, so you're the one left behind?" Ye Shuyao's voice betrayed a sense of loss that she herself hadn't even noticed. She looked at the demon puppet, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes.

The demon puppet tilted its head, as if trying to understand Ye Shuyao's words. After a while, it slowly nodded, as if confirming Ye Shuyao's guess.

Ye Shuyao felt a wave of emotion in her heart. She didn't expect Long Wuji to leave so soon and leave this demon puppet to her. She sighed softly, and an inexplicable emotion surged in her heart.

Ye Shuyao took a deep breath, calmed her inner turmoil, and quietly put the demon puppet into the space. She stroked her dress, adjusted her appearance, and then walked out of the tent.

Just as she was approaching Helian Yun's tent, a familiar voice suddenly came from behind her: "Shuyao."

Ye Shuyao turned around and saw a figure walking towards her quickly and finally hugging her tightly.

"Yaoyao, I missed you so much!" The person's voice was filled with joy and excitement. Ye Shuyao looked over and saw that it was Li Yuru, who had been brought back by Long Wuji along with Baili Lingfeng yesterday. Her face was filled with a bright smile, as if she had met a long-lost relative.

"Yuru, it's really you!" Ye Shuyao was surprised at first, then overwhelmed with joy. She hugged Li Yuru tightly, her voice filled with worry and relief. "Yuru, thank goodness you're okay, otherwise I'd be overwhelmed with guilt. From now on, no matter what, you're not allowed to disregard your own safety like this again..."

The two met again after a long separation, and it seemed as if they had a thousand words to say, but they didn't know where to start. After a long while, they reluctantly let go of each other.

Li Yuru's eyes reddened slightly. She sniffed, a hint of apology in her voice: "I'm sorry for making you worry. I was really afraid that you would be in danger, so I just wanted to do everything I could to stop you. But I was too weak, and I was actually stunned by your spiritual power. Fortunately, Baili Lingfeng showed up in time and took me away from that dangerous place. We are both still alive and well, which is the greatest luck."

Li Yuru turned around in place, her face filled with joy and pride: "Yaoyao, look, I have now completed the foundation building, and will soon be able to enter the golden elixir stage. All this is thanks to Baili Lingfeng

"Ling Feng and I were able to find you thanks to the senior next to you." Ye Shuyao was stunned for a second when she heard this, then she remembered the "two rookies" Long Wuji mentioned last night. It suddenly dawned on her that they were referring to her and Li Yuru. She smiled and joked, "It seems our Sister Yuru has been working very hard these days. Her cultivation has improved so rapidly."

After hearing this, Li Yuru smiled smugly: "Of course, I have been practicing hard." She asked curiously: "Shuyao, where are you going?"

Ye Shuyao replied, "I have something to discuss with Senior Brother He. Let's go together." As she spoke, she took the initiative to hold Li Yuru's hand, and the two walked side by side towards Helian Yun's tent.

The two walked briskly and soon arrived in front of Helian Yun's tent. Ye Shuyao cleared her throat and said loudly, "Is Senior Brother He here?"

Helian Yun's voice soon came from the tent, his tone revealing gentleness and expectation: "I'm here, Junior Sister Ye, please come in!"

After the three of them exchanged greetings, Ye Shuyao took a deep breath and slowly spoke: "Senior Brother He, I have good news to tell you. We have found a way to leave here."

Helian Yun's eyes flashed with surprise after hearing this, and then he asked, "Oh? Junior Sister, can you tell me in detail?"

Ye Shuyao smiled slightly and shook her head: "I can't tell you the specific details for now, but please rest assured, senior brother, I will open the exit myself and ensure that we can all leave smoothly." She silently pondered the fact that the source of the secret realm was in her hands, and decided not to say it out loud for the time being to avoid unnecessary complications.

Helian Yun understood Ye Shuyao's reservations; he knew everyone had their own secrets and considerations. He paced back and forth in the tent, his hands behind his back, his brow furrowed as if he were contemplating something.

"I'm afraid we haven't dealt with the demons yet." Helian Yun said in a deep voice, "I've had my disciples out on patrol these past two days, but strangely, we haven't encountered any traces of the demons."

Upon hearing this, Ye Shuyao lowered her eyes, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly, and she licked her lips, as if savoring some kind of victory. She laughed inwardly. With that man's actions, it was naturally impossible for any fish to slip through the net. This really saved her a lot of trouble.

"Brother, don't worry about the demon clan." Ye Shuyao raised her head and said firmly, "It has been resolved."

When Helian Yun heard Ye Shuyao's words, his eyes widened instantly, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his face: "Junior Sister Ye, are you serious? This is no small matter. If there are demons mixed in when we leave, the consequences will be disastrous."

Seeing Helian Yun so nervous, Ye Shuyao gently patted the black bottle in her hand. A faint black aura enveloped the bottle, as if revealing the terrifying power it contained. She said firmly, "Of course, I wouldn't joke about such a thing."

When Helian Yun saw the bottle in Ye Shuyao's hand, a trace of shock flashed in his eyes, and his tone revealed an excitement that was difficult to conceal: "This... could this be done by the senior who was traveling with my junior sister?"

Ye Shuyao nodded, a smile flashing in her eyes: "Well, it was his help that allowed us to solve the problem of the demon clan so smoothly."

Helian Yun nodded slightly, a solemn expression on his face. "No wonder the disciples we sent out to patrol these past two days found nothing. It turns out this senior is responsible. So, Junior Sister, how do you plan to deal with these demons?"

Ye Shuyao thought for a moment and replied, "I thought about bringing them back to the sect to deal with them, but I was afraid of causing more trouble. So, I wanted to deal with these demons in front of everyone before I leave."

After hearing this, Helian Yun nodded in agreement: "Junior Sister, your concerns are very true. We must act with caution. I will have my disciples notify everyone and ask them to prepare."

A hint of determination flashed in Ye Shuyao's eyes: "Okay, then I'll have to trouble you, Senior Brother."

After Helian Yun left, Li Yuru blinked, her eyes gleaming with admiration: "Yaoyao, you are amazing. You can actually chat with him without changing your expression in front of Senior Brother He."

Ye Shuyao chuckled, gave her a funny look, and explained, "Senior Brother He is just a little serious at times, but he's actually a very nice person."

Li Yuru scratched his head and chuckled, "Ahaha, is that so? But I'm always a little scared in front of Senior Brother He. So, Yaoyao, do you really have a way to get everyone out?"

Ye Shuyao nodded and said firmly: "Of course, when have I ever joked about serious matters?" Her eyes revealed a confidence and determination that made people believe what she said involuntarily.

Time passed quietly amidst the laughter and joy of the two. About a quarter of an hour later, the sound of Helian Yun's footsteps could be heard outside. Along with his steady steps, Mo Feibai and Yang Tao followed behind him.

Helian Yun walked into the tent and said to Ye Shuyao with a smile: "Junior Sister Ye, everyone has gathered outside, let's go out."

Yang Tao followed closely behind, walked to Li Yuru's side, and naturally took her hand. Li Yuru's cheeks flushed slightly, and she lowered her head shyly.

Seeing this, Ye Shuyao smiled secretly, with a mischievous glint in her eyes. She then turned to Helian Yun in front of her and said, "Okay, Senior Brother, we'll go out right away. I guess everyone is waiting anxiously."

Mo Feibai nodded, a hint of teasing in his tone: "That's right, those guys heard that they no longer have to worry about the threat of the demons, and that they will be able to leave this damn place soon. They are so happy that they are almost flying."

They quickly arrived at the gathering place, only to see everyone eagerly gathered around, their eyes gleaming with anticipation. Ye Shuyao stood before them, her expression solemn yet resolute.

With a gentle wave of her hand, the black bottle containing the demons floated into the air. Then, a pure ice lotus fire flew from her forehead, quickly soaring above the bottle. The blazing flames poured down, instantly enveloping the bottle in a searing glow.

Ye Shuyao closed her eyes tightly, concentrating on controlling the flame and the bottle. Using her powerful spiritual consciousness, she slowly opened the bottle's seal a tiny crack. Only to hear a shrill roar coming from the bottle.

Yang Tao gazed at Li Yuru lovingly, his eyes filled with endless love and commitment to her. He gently embraced her in his arms, his voice low and firm: "Ayu, no matter when or where in the future, I am willing to stay by your side. Whether it's a hundred years, a thousand years, or even longer, I can't live without you."

Li Yuru listened to Yang Tao's vows, tears welling up in her eyes. She snuggled tightly in Yang Tao's arms, her voice trembling but firm: "In the future, when the world changes, you and I will grow old together and laugh at the world's wind and moon. You will not leave, and I will not abandon you. Our vows will be engraved in my heart forever."

At this time, Master Xuanchen of the Ten Thousand Buddhas Sect clasped his hands together, slightly closed his eyes, and chanted, "Amitabha, this arduous journey is finally coming to an end. May you all do more good deeds in your next life so that you can achieve the right results."

Nan Lichen of the Tianyan Sect's gaze drifted among the familiar faces around him, a warmth flowing through his heart like spring water. "Brothers, I'm so happy to be with you again. All the hardships and tribulations along the way have turned into laughter and joy at this moment. Being able to return alive and see our fellow disciples in the sect is a great blessing and joy for us."

Baili Lingfeng's eyes gleamed with emotion. He took over Nan Lichen's words, his voice filled with relief and gratitude, "Brother, you're absolutely right. For the past year, I've been teetering between life and death, each time believing I'd never return. However, fate has finally favored us, allowing me to see you and everyone again. Words cannot express how lucky and joyful I am."

Fairy Su Xuan of Yao Chi Palace closed her eyes tightly, trying hard to suppress the tears that welled up in her eyes. Her voice was choked with sobs, "Junior Sister Zixun, the demons have finally been annihilated, but you remain on this battlefield forever. How can I report this to Master? How can I face your departure?"

Zhang Yidan of Wuji Sect took a deep breath, his face filled with joy of surviving a disaster: "It feels so good to be alive. I can finally leave this place that terrifies me. I swear, I never want to have any intersection with the demons again in my life." However, he did not notice that there was an imperceptible flash of black energy in the eyes of two people behind him, like a faint light in the abyss, disappearing in a flash.

A casual cultivator exclaimed excitedly, "Thank God, we have finally escaped the fear of becoming food for the demons. We have Miss Ye to thank for all this.

The second wandering cultivator sighed with respect, "Indeed, Miss Ye is truly exceptional. She truly deserves to be Immortal Venerable Yunhan's disciple. We were able to survive thanks to the Thunder and Fire Talisman she and Immortal Venerable Nan refined..."

San Xiu San excitedly took over the conversation: "Indeed, Miss Ye is the savior of the three of us brothers. I, Hu Yue, have decided that from now on, Miss Ye will be my only idol."

The fourth wandering cultivator patted his two brothers' shoulders firmly and said with a firm look in his eyes, "We must not forget Miss Ye's kindness in giving us a new life, even if she herself doesn't care. But we must remember this kindness in our hearts and find an opportunity to repay her."

The two wandering cultivators nodded in unison and responded in unison: "Of course, big brother, we know what to do even if you don't tell us."

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