The Lord God is kneeling on the washboard again

In that distant land, there lies a tranquil and peaceful place, akin to a paradise on earth – Ziyun Valley. Quietly nestled away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto, it resembles a dazzling pearl hidden from the world.

Here, the mountains are picturesque, the waters clear, the birds chirping, the flowers blooming. Lush trees weave through the rolling hills into a sea of ​​emerald green. The clear streams gurgle, the melodious sound of water resembling a beautiful symphony of nature. The air is filled with a refreshing scent, refreshing and captivating, leaving one feeling lost and unable to extricate themselves.

Ziyun Valley is shrouded in mist, adding a touch of mystery to the valley. At dawn and sunset, sunlight filters through the clouds, creating a dreamlike, breathtakingly beautiful interplay of light and shadow. Here, time seems to stand still, and all worldly worries are forgotten.

Yun Mohan followed Xing Xuanli deep into the valley, while the guardian spirit beast stayed with Xiao Muhan and Xiao Kexin in the bamboo house. Ziyun Valley was filled with traps and formations, and without someone in the valley to guide the way, one would be trapped in an illusion.

Xing Xuanli walked cautiously ahead, knowing every mechanism and formation here like the back of her hand. Yun Mohan followed closely behind, his expression nervous yet full of curiosity.

"Han, be careful where you step. If you are not careful, the mechanism will be triggered." Xing Xuanli reminded softly.

Yun Mohan nodded and took each step more cautiously.

The fog in the valley grew thicker, and the surrounding scenery became increasingly blurry. Yun Mohan felt that everything before him was like a dream. If Xing Xuanli hadn't been by his side, he would have been lost in it long ago.

"Lier, why are there so many mechanisms and formations in this valley?" Yun Mohan couldn't help but ask.

Xing Xuanli frowned slightly, "This was set up by Master and the others to protect Ziyun Valley and prevent anyone with ill intentions from breaking in."

Yun Mohan frowned. Even though he was in the Nascent Soul stage, he was helpless in the face of such mechanisms and formations.

He watched the ever-changing scene around him, secretly amazed. "Li'er, the exquisiteness of this formation and the complexity of its mechanisms are truly beyond imagination," Yun Mohan couldn't help but say.

Yun Mohan had never met the previous Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace, nor had he met the previous Master of the Wudao Sword Sect. He had also never met Xing Xuanli's last two masters, the witch Linglong and Xuanjizi of Qimen Dunjia.

He wondered silently if the two masters knew that he was the one who bullied their precious apprentice back then, would they beat him up? He could make their precious apprentice suffer for five years. Yun Mohan felt a pang of fear at the thought.

Yun Mohan asked weakly, "Li'er, why don't we see Master Xuanji and Linglong in the valley?"

Xing Xuanli was slightly startled. "When I came to Ziyun Valley, my master and the others were no longer alive. I simply inherited the legacy they left behind."

Yun Mohan's heart tightened, and he held her hand even tighter. "Li'er, don't be sad. I believe that the spirits of Master and the others in heaven will also be pleased with your achievements."

A trace of sadness flashed in Xing Xuanli's eyes. "They are all highly respected people. It would be great if they could see the current state of Ziyun Valley with their own eyes."

Yun Mohan comforted him, "Their spirit and heritage continue in you, which is also a kind of eternity."

Xing Xuanli gently leaned on Yun Mohan's shoulder, "Well, I hope I didn't disappoint their expectations."

In the bamboo house, Xiao Kexin and Xiao Muhan sat under the eaves, their hands resting on their cheeks. "Why have Mom and Dad been gone for so long?"

Little Kexin blinked her big eyes, looking confused.

Xiao Muhan frowned and said, "Maybe there are a lot of interesting things deep in the valley that delayed them."

Xiao Kexin pouted: "Then they should come back earlier to accompany us."

Xiao Muhan comforted his sister: "Don't worry, wait a little longer, maybe they will be back soon."

The two children looked at the path in the valley, hoping that their parents would appear soon.

Suddenly, a voice was heard coming into the valley. Xiao Muhan and Xiao Kexin recognized that it was a familiar person. They looked at each other and ran over, only to see a man in a red robe appear outside the valley.

"Master! Grandpa!" Xiao Muhan and Xiao Kexin shouted in unison.

The man's face was filled with smiles. "Little guys, have you missed me?"

Xiao Muhan tugged at the man's clothes, "Master, you're back too?"

Xiao Muhan tugged at the man's clothes, "Master, you're back too?"

The man was slightly stunned, then smiled and said, "Yes, little guy, do you miss your master?"

Xiao Muhan nodded vigorously, "I do want to, of course!"

Xiao Kexin also came over and asked, "Master, can you stay a little longer this time?"

The man patted their heads and said, "As long as you are obedient, Master will spend more time with you."

Venerable Chiyan, "Where is your mother? Why didn't you inform me when you came back?"

Little Mu Han replied, "Daddy and Mommy went deep into the valley and haven't come back yet."

Venerable Chiyan frowned, "Going deep into the valley? What are you doing?"

Little Kexin said in a baby voice, "I'm going to patrol the valley, Grandpa."

Venerable Chi Yan shook his head helplessly, "This little witch came back without even telling me."

Just as the Red Flame Venerable was complaining about Xing Xuanli, Xing Xuanli's voice rang out from behind him, "Old man!"

When the Red Flame Venerable heard this address, he glared angrily, "You little girl, you have no respect for your age, who are you calling old man?"

Xing Xuanli covered her mouth and laughed, "Hehe, Master Shangguan, don't be angry, it was just a joke."

Shangguan Yi snorted, "I really can't stand your joke."

Yun Mohan watched from the side and couldn't help laughing.

Xing Xuanli rolled her eyes at Yun Mohan and said, "You're still laughing and not speaking up for me."

Yun Mohan quickly stopped smiling, "Don't blame me, Your Excellency. Li'er is just like that."

Shangguan Yi shook his head helplessly, "Forget it, there's really nothing I can do about you."

Yun Mohan bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Excellency, for taking care of the three of them over the years. I am deeply grateful."

Shangguan Yi waved his hand and said, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. The little witch and I are acquainted with each other, so it is my duty to take care of them."

Xing Xuanli scolded, "Alright, alright, both of you stop being so polite."

Everyone smiled at each other, and the atmosphere suddenly became relaxed.

Shangguan Yi walked up to Yun Mohan, patted his shoulder, and whispered, "If I knew that the three of them, mother and son, were not having a good time here, I would not care about your background. Listen carefully, Your Highness."

Yun Mohan was slightly stunned, and looked at Shangguan Yi in disbelief, "Your Excellency knows me?"

Shangguan Yi snorted coldly, "Although His Majesty's identity is secret, it is not without trace."

A trace of vigilance flashed across Yun Mohan's eyes, "What do you intend to do, Your Excellency?"

Shangguan Yi crossed his arms and said, "Don't be nervous, Your Highness. I have no ill will towards you. I just hope you can treat Xing Xuanli and the children sincerely."

Yun Mohan relaxed a little, "Don't worry, Your Excellency. The world can attest to my sincerity towards Li'er and the children."

Shangguan Yi narrowed his eyes slightly, "I hope so."