The cat demon defies the heavens and is the emperor’s only beloved disciple!

At midnight in Lingshan Academy, everything was silent, and the stars dotted the night sky, making it seem particularly profound.

In the private room of the academy, the flickering candlelight illuminated a slightly anxious face. Xu Wan lay on the couch, tossing and turning, her eyes flashing with worry about unknown challenges.

"Tomorrow is the entrance examination for Lingshan Academy. Ninety-nine purple lightning bolts..."

Xu Wan muttered to herself, feeling a little scared.

The power of purple thunder is extraordinary. Even geniuses in the world of cultivation need to be careful when dealing with it. Moreover, although she has unique skills, she also knows that the road of cultivation is never smooth.

Not far away, Emperor Yun Che was sitting cross-legged in the center, eyes closed and concentrating. A faint spiritual energy surrounded him, as if he had merged with the heaven and earth.

He sensed Xu Wan's uneasiness and slowly opened his eyes. His deep eyes revealed endless tenderness and determination.

“Wan’er, are you worried about something?” Yun Che’s voice was gentle yet powerful, piercing the silence of the night.

Hearing the voice, Xu Wan turned around and looked at her master, a hint of dependence flashing in her eyes.

"Master, I... I'm scared." She said softly, with a hint of childish helplessness in her tone.

Yun Che stood up and walked to the edge of the couch, gently sitting down, lying on his side next to Xu Wan, and gently patting her chest with his big hands, as if coaxing a child to sleep.

"Wan'er, you have the ancient dragon scales protecting you. The mere ninety-nine purple lightning bolts are nothing more than a test for you."

Xu Wan felt relieved after hearing this, but she was still a little worried.

"Master, I'm naturally not afraid of the purple thunder, but... I'm worried about Jin Xi and Xuan Qing."

When she said this, there was a hint of worry in her tone.

Jin Xi is a mythical beast, Qilin, and possesses a strong physique and spiritual power, so there is no need to worry too much.

But Xuanqing, a Taoist priest born in the mortal world, although he was guided by Yun Che and embarked on the path of cultivation, his safety in the upcoming trial became a huge stone in Xu Wan's heart.

"Needless to say, Jin Xi is the body of a divine beast. A mere purple lightning cannot hurt him at all."

As Yun Che spoke, his eyes became deeper.

"As for Xuanqing, although he is a mortal, he has a strong character and a firm heart. It is this persistence and perseverance that has allowed him to gain a foothold in the world of cultivation. Although the trial is dangerous, it is also an opportunity for his growth."

Xu Wan felt relieved after hearing this, but she was still a little worried.

"Master, is there any way to help them?"

Yun Che shook his head gently, his eyes filled with deep meaning.

"On the path of cultivation, one can only achieve the Great Dao through one's own efforts. Although I am the Emperor, I cannot bear the pain of the trial for them. But don't worry, I will not let Xuanqing perish in this trial."

Upon hearing this, Xu Wan felt grateful, knowing that her master had already considered everything for them.

She gently nestled in Yun Che's arms, feeling the warmth and strength from her master, and her heart gradually calmed down.

"Master, as long as you are here, I am not afraid of anything."

Xu Wan said softly, with trust and dependence flashing in her eyes.

Yun Che smiled slightly, his eyes full of doting.

"Wan'er, you are my beloved disciple, Yun Che, and the future empress. You still have a long way to go. Remember, no matter what difficulties you encounter, you must face them bravely and believe in yourself."

Xu Wan nodded and kept her master's words in mind.

She closed her eyes, feeling the Master's caress and warmth. Gradually, the fear and worry in her heart were replaced by an inexplicable force, which was the expectation and longing for the future.

The night is still deep.

The wind blows gently.

In the private room of Lingshan Academy, the master and the disciple slept together, as if the whole world was quiet.

And tomorrow, they will face an unprecedented trial, a journey of growth and transformation.

At the hour of Yin, a faint crescent moon still hung in the sky. Lingshan Academy was peaceful and quiet, with only the occasional bird song breaking the stillness.

However, in this silence, a long bell suddenly rang, penetrating the entire academy and echoing in the valley.

This is the call for the disciples to gather every day, regardless of spring, summer, autumn or winter, rain or shine.

In an elegant room deep in the academy, Xu Wan was curled up on the soft bed, with a look of sleepiness on her face.

She had just fallen asleep when she was disturbed by the sudden ringing of the bell.

Xu Wan frowned slightly, seeming somewhat dissatisfied with this untimely interruption.

But she didn't get up immediately. Instead, she turned over and put one of her long legs on the belly of the person next to her. Still with her eyes closed, she asked drowsily, "Master, who is ringing the bell? It's not even daybreak yet."

Yun Che was currently resting his eyes, feeling Xu Wan's closeness.

He smiled gently, reached out and rubbed Xu Wan's head, and said lovingly: "Little wild cat, this is the rule of the academy. We must gather at the hour of Yin every day and we must not slack off in our training."

Xu Wan was wearing a light blue dress, her long hair like a waterfall, scattered on the soft pillow. She slowly opened her eyes, her gaze fell on the gentle face of her master beside her, and a warm current surged in her heart.

Yesterday, she suddenly felt unprecedented fatigue and fell asleep beside her Master. This was a rare experience in her practice.

"Master, we should get up."

Xu Wan said softly, with a hint of shyness and apology in her tone,

"I usually practice with Master every day, and I've never been so sleepy before. Yesterday, I suddenly felt tired and fell asleep. How rude of me."

Yun Che's gaze fell gently on Xu Wan, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"It's okay. The path of cultivation is full of changes. Occasional rest is necessary."

Xu Wan jumped up from the couch and quickly put on her boots.

"Master, hurry up and get up. I can't be late for the entrance trial today."

Xu Wan's voice was clear and pleasant, with a hint of urgency. She stood in front of the couch, looking at Yun Che tenderly.

Yun Che sat up from the couch, put on his boots elegantly, stood facing Xu Wan, and smiled slightly. That smile was like the warm spring sun, warm but not dazzling.

"Wan'er, there's no need to be so anxious. After all the monks gather at the Yin hour at Lingshan Academy, classes will officially begin after morning exercises."

Xu Wan was surprised when she heard this: "Aha! This school has to do morning exercises after the bell rings? How interesting!"

Yun Che was silent for a moment.

He waved his hand lightly, and a snow-white headband appeared out of thin air in his hand, with a faint spiritual glow flowing on it.

"Wan'er, let me tie your hair."

Yun Che's voice was gentle and affectionate. He walked behind Xu Wan and gently wrapped the hairband around her black hair with a skillful and delicate technique.

Xu Wan felt the warmth from her master's fingertips, and an inexplicable emotion surged in her heart. She tilted her head slightly, wanting to say something, but didn't know where to start.

"Master, why did you ask me to dress so simply today? Are you worried that if I dress too beautifully, the disciples of Lingshan will have feelings for me?"

Xu Wan finally couldn't help but speak. There was a hint of playfulness in her voice, but also a hint of imperceptible worry.

Yun Che smiled softly upon hearing this, a smile filled with both doting and helplessness.

"Wan'er, you're worrying too much. Lingshan Academy is a sacred place for cultivation. It emphasizes purity of mind and abstinence, and the way of cultivation. Romance between men and women is forbidden."

He paused and continued, "As for this headband, it's not just to make you look simple and plain, but more importantly, it contains my spiritual power, which can help you resist the power of purple thunder at the critical moment.

The Purple Thunder Trial is a crucial part of the initiation trial, and many disciples have been injured or even killed as a result."

Xu Wan felt a surge of warmth in her heart upon hearing this. She turned around, looked into Yun Che's eyes, which were filled with love, blinked, and smiled, "Master, please give me two more quickly. I'll send them to Jin Xi and Xuan Qing."

Yun Che nodded, walked to the window, and gently pushed open the window frame. A fresh morning breeze blew across his face, carrying with it the unique fragrance of mountain plants.

He looked into the distance, and the outline of Lingshan Square gradually became clear in the morning light.

"Today is the day of Lingshan Academy's once-in-a-century entrance trial. We should gather at the square."

After saying this, Yun Che's figure flashed and turned into a stream of light, soaring straight into the sky.

Xu Wan followed closely behind, and the two of them, one in front and one behind, were like two meteors streaking across the night sky, heading straight for Lingshan Square.

When Xu Wan and Yun Che arrived at Lingshan Square, they saw that the square was already bustling with people.

Xu Wan looked around and couldn't help but marvel at it.

On the square, disciples were seen wearing three completely different types of clothing, forming teams and standing in three rows, as if three different forces were converging here.

The first row of disciples wore blue and white robes with delicate cloud patterns embroidered on the lapels. They had white headbands on their heads that fluttered in the wind, making them look both elegant and capable.

Among them, there are many heroic young men and gentle and lovely girls, their eyes revealing their anticipation for the newcomer trials.

The disciples in the second row were dressed in dark blue Taoist robes and Taoist hats. The robes were embroidered with intricate runes, making them look solemn and mysterious.

They looked solemn, as if they were carrying some kind of mission, and they took every step with extraordinary determination.

The third row of disciples was the most eye-catching group.

They were dressed in white clothes as white as snow, with fluttering sleeves, like fairies above the clouds.

The blue headbands on their heads complement their temperament and make them look more extraordinary.

Among these disciples, there are many with profound cultivation. Their presence makes the entire square seem to be shrouded in a faint spiritual light.

Seeing this, Xu Wan couldn't help but feel an inexplicable emotion in her heart.

She turned to look at Yun Che and asked softly, "Master, do these three kinds of clothing represent different factions or cultivation directions within Lingshan Academy?"

Yun Che smiled faintly, his eyes deep, “Indeed. The disciple in blue and white is a sword cultivator from Lingshan Academy, and has superb swordsmanship.

The disciples in dark blue robes are Daoists. Not only do they have profound cultivation, they also shoulder the responsibility of protecting the academy. As for the disciples in flowing white robes…"

At this point, Yun Che paused slightly, a barely perceptible hint of pride flashing across his eyes. “They are the most outstanding individuals in Lingshan Academy, gifted with extraordinary talents. They are proficient in sword cultivation, medical cultivation, alchemy cultivation, weapon cultivation, and magic array cultivation…”

Xu Wan was even more shocked when he heard this.

She knew very well that although she was Yun Che's apprentice, she still had a long way to go in Lingshan Academy.

Just as Xu Wan was immersed in her thoughts, a burst of crisp laughter interrupted her meditation.

She looked in the direction of the voice and saw a handsome blond boy in golden brocade clothes walking towards her.

There was a lively look between the young man's eyebrows and a cunning glint in his eyes.

“Aunt!” The young man shouted happily upon seeing Xu Wan. He then turned to look at Yun Che and bowed respectfully, saying, “I hope your Majesty is well.”

Xu Wan was stunned for a moment, then realized that the young man was her nephew Jin Xi.

She patted Jin Xi's shoulder with a smile and said, "Jin Xi, it's only been one day, why are you calling him Emperor? Don't you usually like to hug his thigh and call him uncle?"

Jin Xi chuckled and said, "Jin Xi is grown up now, so of course she has to follow the rules."

At this moment, Xuan Qing slowly walked in front of Yun Che, bowed deeply, and said respectfully: "Greetings, Emperor, Master."

His voice was clear and powerful, revealing his respect for his elders and his vision for the future.

Yun Che smiled faintly and stretched out his palm. Ripples suddenly appeared in the air. Then, two crystal clear white headbands appeared out of thin air and gently landed in his palm.

"This is specially prepared for you by me. It can be regarded as a little help for you."

Yun Che's words were gentle yet powerful. He handed the headbands to Xuan Qing and Jin Xi.

However, Xuan Qing did not reach out to take it immediately. He looked up at Yun Che, a hint of doubt and confusion flashing in his eyes.

"Emperor, this...Xuanqing cannot accept it." Although Xuanqing's voice was soft, it revealed his firm principles and backbone.

Seeing this, Xu Wan used voice transmission to say, "Xuanqing, take it quickly. Although this headband looks simple, it actually contains the spiritual power of the master. You will be struck by ninety-nine purple lightnings later. Don't you want to live?"

Xuan Qing's face changed slightly when he heard this. He didn't expect that the entrance trial to Lingshan Academy would be ninety-nine purple thunders. At this moment, facing Xu Wan's affectionate and firm gaze, he seemed to feel an unprecedented strength and courage.

"Thank you, Emperor, Master."

Xuanqing finally reached out and took the headband, his tone full of gratitude and determination.

Xuan Qing then handed one to Jin Xi, who happily put it on. He squatted down, hugged Yun Che's thighs, and said coquettishly, "Emperor, Jin Xi loves you so much!"

Yun Che and Xu Wan smiled at each other.

Xu Wan leaned over and touched Jin Xi's head, her eyes full of doting and tenderness as she said, "Jin Xi is so cute, of course we all love you!"