Demonic Dao Fanfiction: Protecting You from Worries for a Lifetime

The members of the Gusu Lan family are used to going to bed early and getting up early.

As the hour of Mao struck, the Cloud Recesses began to bustle with activity. Today was the first day of instruction, and the apprenticeship ceremony would take place. Therefore, no one dared to be late, lest they leave a bad impression on Master Lan Qiren. Everyone rose early, dressed neatly, and gathered outside the Orchid Chamber.

Afraid that Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) would be late, Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) and Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) woke them up early.

Xuanyuan Yue rubbed her sleepy eyes, but she did not forget to show Xuanyuan Jing a grateful smile and said softly: "Ajing, it's really thanks to you, otherwise we might have missed today's apprenticeship ceremony."

Xuanyuan Yin complained with a look of helplessness and a hint of playfulness: "Brother Fen, your alarm clock is too punctual! I haven't even finished eating the candied haws in my dream!"

Xuanyuan Jing smiled and patted their shoulders, his eyes filled with the tenderness of a brother: "Hurry up and wash up, don't dawdle." Xuanyuan Fen stood aside with his arms crossed, a cool look on his face, a faint smile on his lips, a hint of subtle doting hidden in it: "Next time you stay in bed, I'll throw you into the cold water to sober you up."

After a busy period, the four of them were finally ready to go. Xuanyuan Yue and Xuanyuan Yin walked side by side in front, whispering and laughing from time to time, the atmosphere harmonious. Xuanyuan Jing and Xuanyuan Fen followed behind in tacit understanding, occasionally exchanging glances, able to read each other's thoughts without words.

This year, there are more children from aristocratic families. Most of them are around fifteen or sixteen years old. Unlike their elders, they do not attach importance to their origins and bloodlines. They quickly became friends and called each other brothers.

Naturally, everyone paid the most attention to Xuanyuan Yue, Xuanyuan Yin, Xuanyuan Jing and Xuanyuan Fen, and was full of curiosity.

After all, he came to the Lan family to study, and he concealed his true appearance and showed himself with a mask. What's worse, he openly mocked the young master of the Jiang family in front of the Lan family mansion yesterday.

For a moment, the atmosphere within the orchid room was delicate and complex. The unique behavior of the four Xuanyuans, coupled with their elusive identities, became the focus of everyone's private discussions. Especially Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang). Although they hid their true appearances behind masks, the agility and uninhibited nature they inadvertently revealed attracted the attention of those around them like a magnet.

Nie Huaisang took a deep breath, his eyes gleaming with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation. He slowly raised his feet, his demeanor exuding a gentle, scholarly air that stood out from the bustling world around him. Approaching Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and the other three, he bowed slightly, performing the standard etiquette expected of a child of an aristocratic family. His voice was gentle and clear, "I am Nie Huaisang of the Qinghe Nie family. I have long heard of your distinguished talents, and meeting you today is truly a privilege. May I know your names, gentlemen?"

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) politely returned the greeting and said softly, "Second Young Master Nie, my name is Xuanyuan Yue. Xuanyuan is my surname, and Yue is my given name. I come from the Xuanyuan clan of Chuchen. The three beside me are my fellow disciples: Xuanyuan Jing, Xuanyuan Fen, and Xuanyuan Yin."

As soon as these words were spoken, not only Nie Huaisang, but everyone present couldn't help but reveal a hint of curiosity. Xuanyuan? I've never heard of it, but a family that can cultivate someone with such extraordinary temperament must be no ordinary family.

Everyone exchanged glances, their minds abuzz with questions, yet they understood it was best not to ask any more questions at this moment. They simply assumed they had encountered a member of a reclusive sect, and their hearts were filled with a mixture of respect and curiosity.

Nie Huaisang noticed Xuanyuan Yue's (Wei Ying) warm attitude and felt a desire to get closer, so he took a few steps forward and asked softly, "Brother Xuanyuan, have you heard of me?"

Xuanyuan Yue smiled slightly, finding Nie Huaisang quite interesting, and replied, "I have indeed heard of this, but after meeting him today, I feel that Brother Nie is very different from the rumors."

Nie Huaisang waved his fan, unconcerned, and asked, "Brother Xuanyuan, excuse me, but why do you keep wearing masks?"

Before Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) could respond, Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) beside him explained, "Brother Nie, your question is spot on. Our masks aren't something that just anyone can touch. Once someone takes off this mask, I can only congratulate you."

Nie Huaisang frowned slightly, clearly confused by Xuanyuan Yin's response. He pressed on, "Congratulations? Why congratulate me after I took off my mask? Is there some hidden meaning behind this?"

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) smiled faintly, a hint of amusement in his eyes. He gently patted Xuanyuan Yin's shoulder, signaling him not to get too excited. Then, he turned to Brother Nie and said calmly, "Brother Nie, don't let this guy scare you. This mask is indeed special. It can only be removed by yourself, or by the one destined to do it."

After hearing these words, Nie Huaisang and everyone present suddenly realized that the mask and the Lan family headband carried the same meaning.

"Hmph, a poor and remote place is worthy of your attentions." Just as the young men were discussing heatedly, a sharp voice suddenly rang out. It was Jiang Cheng and Jiang Wanyin who were ignored by the children of the aristocratic families.

Jiang Cheng didn't understand why the young men from the noble families present did not take the initiative to talk to him, the young master of the Jiang family, but instead gathered around a group of country bumpkins who came from some remote corner.

The lively atmosphere suddenly became quiet, and then everyone tacitly ignored Jiang Cheng and started discussing other topics.

"You guys!" Jiang Cheng was so furious that he was about to protest loudly. He was surprised that they would ignore him again. Jiang Yanli stopped him and whispered, "Ah Cheng, today is the first day of class. Don't make things unpleasant. Mr. Lan will be here soon."

Jiang Cheng was a man who could judge the situation. He knew he couldn't offend Lan Qiren, or else he would be accused of disrespecting his teacher and his reputation would be ruined. Finally, he glared at the aristocratic family member, flicked his sleeves, and led the way into the Lanshi room.

Nie Huaisang curled his lips in disdain and snorted, "You're truly sick." This dampened everyone's spirits, and the conversation faltered. As time was drawing near, everyone entered the Orchid Room together.

Seeing this, Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) smiled knowingly and followed Xuanyuan Jing and Xuanyuan Fen into the Orchid Room, taking seats in the middle. The others also found their own seats, but they all deliberately stayed away from the Jiang family, creating a distinct vacuum. It was clear that Jiang Cheng was isolated.

As Lan Qiren stepped through the threshold, he witnessed the scene before him. His brows furrowed imperceptibly, and he slammed the book in his hand down on the table. After receiving the apprenticeship ceremony, he opened the scroll in his hand and unexpectedly began to talk about the Lan family rules.

Even though the students sitting below might have felt drowsy, they still persevered. However, some, such as Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang), were unable to hold on and began to make small movements.

The two of them simply applied the immobilization charms to themselves to prevent themselves from falling, a strategy that had worked time and again—in fact, they had used the same strategy when they were taking classes at home.

Finally, the house rules were read out and the students all felt tired. Some even lay down on the table.

The members of the Lan family did not pay much attention and immediately announced the start of the apprenticeship ceremony.

The apprenticeship ceremony officially began, and Jin Zixuan, the legitimate son of the Lanling Jin family, stepped forward.

Although Jin Zixuan was wearing the Lan family's school uniform, he stood out. His clothes were inlaid with many gold threads, which cleverly outlined the pattern of golden stars and snow waves, making the whole garment exude an unparalleled aura of wealth.

Xuanyuan Yue and Xuanyuan Yin's eyes fell on Jin Zixuan at the same time, and they rolled their eyes again. Fortunately, they were covered by the masks, otherwise others would have seen the disdain in their eyes.

[Skip the other apprenticeship ceremonies directly...]

Xuanyuan Yue bowed and saluted, "Xuanyuan Yue of the Xuanyuan clan, I pay my respects to you, sir." Then she stood up and said, "Xuanyuan Yue presents you with a bottle of third-grade Resurrection Pill. No matter the severity of the injury, anyone who takes this pill will be healed."

Everyone was shocked when they heard this. Even Lan Wangji, who usually had a cold expression, showed a hint of surprise in his eyes.

Lan Qiren's pupils suddenly contracted, and he said in shock, "Master Xuanyuan, this gift is truly too precious."

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and said in a calm tone: "Mr. Lan, you are welcome. This is our Xuanyuan clan's apprenticeship gift."

Lan Qiren looked into Xuanyuan Yue's (Wei Ying) clear eyes and finally nodded, signaling Lan Xichen to accept it. "In that case, I won't refuse."

Seeing that the gift had been accepted, Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) was about to leave when Lan Qiren spoke up, "Excuse me, Young Master Xuanyuan. I wonder what the meaning of the mask you are wearing is? Can you take it off before you continue studying?"

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) was slightly startled, then regained his composure. He smiled slightly and replied, "Mr. Lan, this mask is a family rule of the Xuanyuan clan. People who are not members of our clan are not allowed to peek at its true appearance. I'm sorry, I can't obey your order." Xuanyuan Yue continued, with an unquestionable firmness in his tone.

Lan Qiren understood what he said, "I see. I was a bit abrupt."

A gentle light flashed in Xuanyuan Yue's (Wei Ying) eyes, and he said slowly: "Mr. Lan is so generous, Yue is very grateful." After speaking, he bowed slightly, his demeanor showing the demeanor of a young man from a noble family, and then turned around and walked back to his seat steadily.