Primordial Era: At the beginning, the Desolate Heavenly Emperor invited me to drink beast milk, and

Do you think we're all blind?

Qin Yuan chuckled and shook his head: "We've seen all the little things you two do and exchange glances over every day."

"If you still can't make up your minds, how about I, as the eldest brother, go and propose marriage to them on your behalf?"

Shi Hao immediately blushed and stammered, "Big brother, this...this..."

Qin Yuan said solemnly, "A true man should take responsibility in such matters."

"Look at you, you're usually so decisive and ruthless when facing enemies, how come you're so hesitant and timid when it comes to something as important as your life's destiny?"

Those around them nodded in agreement.

Indeed, Shi Hao is usually decisive and efficient, but he is always hesitant and timid when it comes to matters of the heart, which is really unlike his usual style.

Yunxi lowered her head, her jade fingers constantly stroking the jade talisman in her hand, but she was secretly delighted.

With Qin Yuan as her older brother's support, her relationship with Shi Hao will surely be resolved satisfactorily.

Huo Ling'er secretly observed Shi Hao's reaction, feeling both shy and expectant upon seeing his embarrassed appearance.

She didn't know if Shi Hao could understand her feelings, but with Qin Yuan's help, perhaps this relationship could eventually have a good outcome.

Shi Hao shook his head helplessly. Faced with Qin Yuan's words, he could only smile bitterly and agree.

In truth, he harbored feelings for Huo Ling'er, but he always felt that he was too young and lacked the cultivation to shoulder such a responsibility.

Not far away, Qin Yining and Shi Ziling stood under a pavilion, watching this heartwarming scene unfold before them.

Shi Ziling held his wife's hand tightly, a hint of guilt flashing in his eyes.

Over the years, they have wronged Shi Hao too much. Now that they see their son finally having his own opportunities and relationships, they are both happy and remorseful.

"Should we go over there?" Qin Yining asked softly.

Shi Ziling shook his head: "Let's not bother them. We owe Hao'er too much, and what can we possibly offer in return?"

Qin Yuan noticed the presence of Shi Ziling and his wife, but didn't say anything.

After all, family matters are difficult to resolve. Although he cared about Shi Hao, he couldn't interfere too much.

But what bothered him even more was Qin Hao's absence.

The immortal bone hidden within Qin Hao's body was no ordinary treasure.

Those were the remains of a fallen dark immortal king, containing unimaginable evil power.

Back then, when that Immortal King failed to break through to a higher realm, his entire immortal body shattered and his bones scattered across the heavens and earth.

Most of them fell into the hands of the Changsheng family, and the current head of the Wang family, Wang Changsheng, is secretly collecting these immortal bones.

The immortal bone that Qin Hao obtained granted him immense power, but this power was a double-edged sword.

Once that fallen immortal king is resurrected, Qin Hao, who is attached to the immortal bones, will surely become the nourishment for his resurrection.

This is one of the reasons why Qin Yuan wanted to expel Qin Hao.

"A Celestial King's level of backup plan is beyond my current capabilities."

Qin Yuan pondered to himself, his gaze fixed on the distance.

This immortal bone will eventually become a huge hidden danger.

Qin Yuan slowly walked to Shi Hao's side and gently patted his shoulder.

"Go and say goodbye to your parents, after all, they are grateful for your kindness in raising and giving you life. The journey to the upper realm is long, and I don't know when I will be able to return. I must let them know."

Shi Hao was slightly taken aback, then nodded.

Although there have been many estrangements between me and my parents over the years, I can never sever the blood ties between us.

He walked with heavy steps toward the pavilion.

When Shi Ziling and his wife saw their son approach them, their faces lit up with delighted smiles.

Qin Yuan didn't pay attention to what was happening over there, but instead turned around and went to where Liu Shen was.

With a flick of his wrist, a crystal-clear pill appeared out of thin air.

This pill emitted a faint golden light and contained a rich life essence.

The moment the pill was crushed, endless life essence surged into the half of the wooden stake that had been split by lightning and fire, like a stream.

Soon, tender green branches sprouted from the dry wood, full of vitality.

As life essence was continuously injected, a blurry figure gradually solidified before Qin Yuan. It was the phantom of the Willow God.

Liu Shen looked at Qin Yuan in front of her, her expression becoming extremely complicated.

"I misjudged you back then; I never expected you to have such talent."

These words were filled with emotion. When Liu Shen had to choose between Qin Yuan and Shi Hao, she hesitated for a long time.

Ultimately, she chose Shi Hao because, in her view, Shi Hao had a brighter future and was more likely to avenge her blood feud.

But the reality was beyond her expectations; Qin Yuan had now far surpassed Shi Hao.

This gap is not only reflected in cultivation level, but also in understanding and grasping the Great Dao.

"But it's for the best. If I had chosen you back then, there wouldn't be a Holy Priest now. To be honest, even if I had chosen you, I might not have been able to teach you."

Liu Shen continued.

Qin Yuan simply smiled faintly upon hearing this and did not say anything more.

"This pill can only help you recover some of your vital energy. After I ascend to the upper realm, I will find a treasure that can completely restore your energy."

This promise is not empty words.

If it weren't for the protection of the Willow Goddess who repeatedly saved him, young Qin Yuan would have already perished.

Now that we have the ability, we should naturally reciprocate.

As the illusory image of the Willow God gradually solidified, Qin Yuan secretly rejoiced.

He was initially worried that the pills he had refined were of too low a grade and wouldn't be of much use to Liu Shen.

Now it seems that the pills made from materials from the primordial world are indeed extraordinary.

It should be noted that before he administered the elixir to Liu Shen, summoning the phantom had already depleted a great deal of Liu Shen's vital energy.

Now, not only can they easily conjure phantoms, but even the withered branches have regained their vitality.

"Thank you."

Liu Shen said, "But you don't need to worry too much about it. What happened back then is in the past, and we owe each other nothing."

Qin Yuan shook his head: "Kindness, no matter how small, should always be remembered. Besides, if it weren't for your protection back then, how could I be who I am today?"

Liu Shen was silent for a moment, then said softly, "It is truly rare for you to have such a mindset."

"However, the upper realm is dangerous, so you must be careful. Those ancient monsters that have existed for countless epochs are all difficult to deal with."

"I understand." Qin Yuan nodded solemnly.

Just then, a commotion arose in the distance.

It turned out that Shi Hao had already said goodbye to his parents and was preparing to return.

Seeing this, Qin Yuan cupped his hands in greeting to Liu Shen: "It's getting late, we should set off now."

Willow Goddess nodded and said, "Go, I wish you a safe journey."

Qin Yuan led Shi Hao to Tianjue Peak, which was the location of the passage recorded in the jade slip.