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

In the private room, the aroma of tea wafts through the air and the atmosphere is quiet and peaceful.

The scenery outside the window is like a slowly unfolding painting, delicate and vivid.

Yun Che took a sip of the fragrant tea. As the aroma of the tea lingered, his gaze seemed to penetrate the dust of time and intertwine with the gorgeous sunset on the horizon.

The setting sun is like blood, dyeing the sky into a gentle orange-red, and the clouds are rimmed with gold and slowly move away.

An inexplicable emotion surged in his heart, a mixture of infinite attachment to this beautiful scenery and a faint sadness about the passing of time.

"The sunset is infinitely beautiful, but it's almost dusk."

He repeated the ancient poem softly, but there was a hint of relief in his tone.

Yes, although dusk means the end of the day, it is precisely this brevity that makes the beauty of the sunset more precious, making people cherish every moment.

Yun Che closed his eyes and took a deep breath, as if he wanted to engrave this beauty in his heart forever.

When he opened his eyes again, his gaze was more determined, as if he was ready to face the night and to continue pursuing those moments that belonged to him, as brilliant as the sunset, in the days to come.

"Master, what are you thinking about?"

Xu Wan's gentle voice interrupted Yun Che's thoughts.

Yun Che smiled slightly and turned to look at Xu Wan, his eyes full of love.

"Wan'er, do you know that the path of cultivation is long and lonely? Your master often wonders, what are we pursuing? Is it endless life, or the freedom and ease that transcends the mundane world?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Wan shook her head slightly with a firm look in her eyes.

"In my opinion, cultivation is not only about increasing strength, but also about sharpening the soul. We cultivate to protect the innocence and justice in our hearts, and to make the world a better place because of our existence."

Yun Che nodded with satisfaction upon hearing this. He knew very well that Xu Wan was not only extremely talented, but also had a kind and resilient heart.

Just as the two were immersed in the heartwarming conversation between master and disciple, hurried footsteps were heard outside the door.

Immediately afterwards, the door of the private room was suddenly pushed open, and a young man in gorgeous clothes rushed in. It was Jin Xi. His face was full of excitement, and his eyes were shining with admiration.

"Auntie! You are so awesome today!"

Jin Xi rushed to Xu Wan who was standing by the window without hesitation and hugged her tightly, as if to pass all her joy to her.

Xu Wan was infected by Jin Xi's enthusiasm at this moment, and a gentle smile appeared on her face.

"Jin Xi, you are always so impetuous."

Xu Wan patted Jin Xi's back gently, her eyes full of doting.

At this time, Xuanqing slowly walked into the private room, bowed respectfully, and said softly, "Hello, Master."

Although there was not much emotion in his tone, the respect and gratitude were evident.

Yun Che nodded with a half-smile, his gaze lingering on Xuan Qing for a moment. He gently waved his hand, motioning for the two to sit down.

Inside the private room, the aroma of tea wafted through the air as four people sat around a round table in the center. Xu Wan gently stroked the head of the young man beside her, Jin Xi, and said with a smile, "Jin Xi, your performance in the Purple Thunder Trial today truly impressed your aunt."

Jin Xi looked up at Xu Wan, a proud smile on her face: "It's all thanks to my uncle and aunt's good teaching."

At the side, Xuan Qing held the teapot in hand and gracefully poured a cup of tea for Yun Che. He said respectfully, "Master, please have some tea."

However, Yun Che did not immediately reach out to take the cup of tea.

Seeing this, Xuan Qing placed the poured tea in front of Yun Che.

Afterwards, he poured more for Xu Wan and whispered softly, "Master, please."

Xu Wan took the teacup and took a few sips, nodding to indicate that it was good. Then she looked at Xuanqing and said with a smile, "Xuanqing, I didn't expect that your tea-making skills are so exquisite."

After saying that, she looked at Yun Che and said coquettishly, "Master, you should drink some too!"

Yun Che was silent for a moment.

He looked at Xuanqing with deep eyes, and said with a barely perceptible harshness: "Xuanqing, what brings you here today?"

Xuan Qing's heart trembled slightly when he heard this. He knew the sharpness and majesty of his Grandmaster Yun Che very well, so he quickly said with a smile, "Grandmaster, Master, I just came to see you."

Seeing the slightly awkward atmosphere, Xu Wan smiled and suggested, "Why don't we go out for a walk? We can also take in the scenery of Lingshan College."

Jin Xi and Xuan Qing nodded in agreement, and the group walked out of the private room.

Lingshan College has a pleasant scenery with green trees and colorful flowers.

Along the way, Jin Xi looked around excitedly and kept asking questions.

Xu Wan patiently answered his questions, and occasionally exchanged smiles with Yun Che.

Xuanqing followed silently behind, looking at the scene in front of him, and couldn't help feeling a little envious.

Just then, a butterfly flew by and caught Jin Xi's attention.

He immediately chased after it, trying to catch it.

"Be careful! Don't run too fast." Xu Wan shouted worriedly.

As Jin Xi ran, she turned back and smiled at Xu Wan, "I know, auntie!"

"Young Senior Jin Xi... wait for me." Xuan Qing called out loudly and quickly chased after him.

Looking at Jin Xi's lively and cute appearance, Xu Wan's mood also became relaxed and happy.

Yun Che and Xu Wan walked slowly on this historic road, their figures appearing particularly solemn and mysterious in the interweaving of light and shadow.

Suddenly, several disciples from Lingshan Academy in front stopped, their eyes flashing with awe and curiosity.

They turned in unison, facing Yun Che, bowed, and saluted with clear and loud voices: "Greetings, Emperor!"

This address was not only a recognition of Yun Che's noble status, but also a respect for his supreme cultivation.

Yun Che nodded slightly, responding to his disciples’ respect with his unique indifference and dignity.

At this moment, the disciples' gazes involuntarily turned to Xu Wan, who was standing next to Yun Che.

She was the girl who was personally adopted as the adopted daughter by the leader of Lingshan College today. For a moment, she became the focus of everyone's attention.

"Hello, Goddess!"

The disciples saluted Xu Wan one after another, their voices filled with respect and a hint of barely perceptible excitement.

In Lingshan Academy, being adopted as the daughter of the sect leader is tantamount to gaining extremely high honor and status.

However, facing the disciples' calls, Xu Wan seemed a little at a loss.

She waved her hands repeatedly, a humble and warm smile on her face: "You don't have to call me goddess, I am a part of Lingshan just like you.

From today on, I am also a disciple of Lingshan College, and we are equal.

Please give me your guidance. Just call me Xu Wan."

After saying that, Xu Wan bowed deeply. Her movements were smooth and natural, without the slightest hint of affectation or arrogance.

At this moment, she seemed to no longer be the high and mighty candidate for the goddess, but a partner fighting side by side with everyone.

Seeing this, the disciples all smiled knowingly.

They knew that this new female cultivator not only possessed extraordinary status and talent, but also had an approachable heart.

"Junior Sister Wan,"

The voice of the monk in white robes was like a mountain spring, clear and melodious.

Are you and the Emperor going somewhere special on this trip? If you don't mind, we are willing to guide you two. After all, we are quite familiar with this sect inside and out."

Upon hearing this, Xu Wan shook her head gently, with a faint smile on her face, like a warm breeze in spring.

"Thank you!"

She spoke softly, her voice gentle yet firm. "We don't have a specific destination on this trip. We just want to take a leisurely stroll in this beautiful spring weather, feel the rhythm of nature, and find some inspiration for spiritual practice."

As she spoke, she gently raised her head and looked at the endless mountains in the distance and the last sunset glow on the horizon, her eyes flashing with curiosity and yearning for the unknown world.

Seeing this, the monk in white said no more and just nodded slightly to show his understanding.

He knew very well that the path of spiritual practice was long and lonely, and that occasional relaxation and wandering would be of great benefit in improving one's state of mind and understanding the great Dao.

Yun Che stood aside, his eyes sharp and deep, as if he could see through every detail.

He quietly watched the disciples walking slowly in the aisle. Their steps were either light or steady, but without exception they all extended polite greetings to Xu Wan who was walking towards them.

In Yun Che's eyes, this scene seemed to contain some other meaning.

"As disciples of Lingshan,

Yun Che's voice was deep and powerful, penetrating the surrounding silence and causing every disciple to involuntarily stop and turn to face him.

There was both blame and deep expectation in his eyes, as if he was reminding and spurring.

"Instead of practicing well, you're just wandering around here. Have you forgotten the original intention of Lingshan and your mission?"

Yun Che's words were like morning bells and evening drums, echoing in everyone's heart.

Although his words were heavy, they were not aimless, but came from his deep concern and expectations for his disciples.

He knew that everyone who set foot in Lingshan had a passion and pursuit for martial arts, but on this long and difficult road, there would always be people who would lose their way for various reasons.

Upon hearing this, the disciples lowered their heads, with expressions of shame and reflection on their faces.

They began to realize that they might have gradually lost the passion and determination they had when they first entered the mountain gate during their day-to-day practice.

Yun Che's words were undoubtedly like a wake-up call, waking them up suddenly.

"Disciple knows his mistake."

A disciple spoke first. His voice was soft but full of determination.

Afterwards, other disciples also echoed and expressed their remorse.

They know that as a member of Lingshan, they not only represent their own honor and dignity, but also shoulder the responsibility of inheriting martial arts and protecting Lingshan.

Seeing this, Yun Che nodded slightly, and the blame in his eyes gradually dissipated, replaced by a hint of relief and encouragement.

He believes that as long as these disciples can rediscover their original aspirations and passion, they will be able to go further and more steadily on the path of martial arts.

"Go, return to your place of training,"

Yun Che waved his hand, signaling the disciples to continue forward.

Upon hearing this, the disciples bowed and said goodbye to Yun Che.

On the corridor of Lingshan College, the afterglow of the setting sun has gradually dissipated and is swallowed up bit by bit by the night.

The crowd that was bustling just now has become sparse, with only a few bird calls coming from afar, adding a touch of vitality to the quiet night.

After those monks who had been severely reprimanded by the Emperor left dejectedly one by one, the aisle seemed even more empty and lonely.

At this moment, Xu Wan and Yun Che, like two unique landscapes, stood quietly in the night.

Xu Wan gently took the arm of Emperor Yun Che beside her, her eyes filled with concern and smiles.

She asked softly, "Master, you seem very unhappy today. Are you...jealous?"

Although her voice was soft, it was like a spring breeze that could not be ignored.

Yun Che, the almighty and incomparably majestic Emperor, seemed to have let down all his guard at this moment. His eyes were deep and focused as he stared at Xu Wan beside him.

He spoke slowly, his tone carrying a hint of unquestionable firmness: "It's good that you understand. From now on, don't smile at those male monks in the academy."

This sentence is simple but direct, revealing the possessiveness and jealousy deep in his heart.

Upon hearing this, Xu Wan's lips curled up into a playful smile.

She looked up at Yun Che, her bright eyes gleaming with a cunning light: "Master, you are so possessive. But, I like it."

There was a hint of mischief in her tone, but also a hint of affectionate response to Yun Che.

At that moment, Yun Che's footsteps seemed to be pulled by an invisible force. He slowly stopped, and the surrounding noise and chaos seemed to quietly dissipate at this moment.

His hands, with irresistible tenderness and firmness, gently wrapped around Xu Wan's slender and soft waist.

At this moment, the distance between the two was infinitely shortened, and the air was filled with an indescribable ambiguity and tension.

Yun Che stared deeply at Xu Wan. Thousands of words seemed to flow in his eyes, but they all turned into silent tenderness and longing.

His throat slid unconsciously, swallowing the impulse and emotion that was about to overflow.

The desire in his eyes was like a blazing flame, hot and bright, illuminating the subtle yet profound connection between the two.

In this silent understanding, Yun Che slowly leaned forward, his movements gentle yet firm, as if he were performing a sacred ritual.

His lips, with a warm and moist breath, gently touched Xu Wan's soft and seductive lips.

At this moment, time seemed to freeze, and all emotions and desires were released and sublimated in this kiss.

This kiss was gentle and affectionate, lingering and passionate.

It was like a sudden spring rain, moistening the dry hearts of the two;

It is also like a warm spring breeze that blows away all worries and sorrows.

In this kiss, Yun Che and Xu Wan seemed to become one, experiencing this indescribable happiness and sweetness together.

When the kiss finally ended, both of them were breathing slightly, with satisfaction and happiness shining in their eyes.

They hugged each other tightly, as if they wanted to merge each other into their own bones and blood.

Everything around them seemed to be still, leaving only the sounds of their heartbeats and breathing, interweaving into a beautiful melody in the quiet night.