The moonlight, like water, streamed through the carved window lattice into Liu Yunyan's boudoir, bathing the room in a silvery glow.
Liu Yunyan and Fang Xian sat side by side on the bed, their faces still flushed, whispering intimately, the room filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.
Suddenly, the door creaked open, and Li Muwan, Luo Hongxia, Elder Tianqiong, and Elder Tianlan stood in the doorway, their faces frosty.
Their chests heaved violently, clearly showing they had rushed in, both angry and anxious.
"What are you doing here!"
Li Muwan was the first to speak, her eyes reddening, her voice choked with emotion.
Her hands gripped the hem of her dress tightly, her knuckles white from the force.
Luo Hongxia, meanwhile, crossed her arms, angrily turning her head away, unwilling to witness the scene on the bed.
"We thought you were... Humph!"
Elder Tianqiong's eyebrows furrowed, her eyes blazing with anger.
"You've gone too far! How dare you disregard our feelings like this!"
Elder Tianlan remained silent, but her tightly clenched lower lip and trembling shoulders betrayed her anger and grievance.
Seeing this, Fang Xian quickly stood up, apologetic, and gestured for them to calm down.
"Don't be angry, come in, let's talk this over."
Liu Yunyan panicked, instinctively hiding behind Fang Xian.
Li Muwan and Luo Hongxia stood rooted to the spot, seemingly sulking.
"Look, Liu Yunyan, she..."
Fang Xian was about to explain when Elder Tianqiong interrupted him.
"What's wrong with her? Are we inferior to her?"
Elder Tianqiong questioned, her voice filled with grievance.
Elder Tianlan also spoke, her voice trembling slightly.
"If you truly love her, what about us?"
Fang Xian sighed helplessly, walked to their sides, and gently squeezed each of their hands.
"I know it's my fault for hurting you. But my feelings for you have never changed. After Liu Yunyan appeared, I was indeed in turmoil for a while, but after calming down, I realized I can't let her go either."
Li Muwan lowered her head, tears welling in her eyes.
"Then what should we do?"
Fang Xian gently wiped away her tears: "I hope you can all stay by my side and face the days to come together."
Liu Yunyan then mustered her courage, stepped out from behind Fang Xian, and bowed slightly to the four of them.
"Sisters, I'm sorry, it's my fault, I didn't consider your feelings. But I really like him, please don't send me away."
Looking at Liu Yunyan's pitiful appearance, the four women's anger gradually subsided.
Luo Hongxia scoffed, "Always playing the victim." But the sharpness in her tone had disappeared.
Seeing the atmosphere had eased somewhat, Fang Xian quickly pulled everyone inside to sit down and poured them tea.
"Come, everyone, have some tea first, calm down. We're all family now, let's talk things out."
Under Fang Xian's mediation, everyone gradually opened up.
Li Muwan and Luo Hongxia began to express their anxiety and worry upon discovering Fang Xian's absence, while Elder Tianqiong and Elder Tianlan also poured out their grievances and resentment.
Liu Yunyan sincerely expressed her feelings for Fang Xian and her respect for her sisters.
As the conversation deepened, the atmosphere grew increasingly harmonious.
Unconsciously, they discovered they shared many common topics, and their feelings for Fang Xian bound them tightly together.
Finally, Li Muwan stood up, walked to Liu Yunyan's side, and took her hand.
"From now on, you're our little sister. Don't make us angry again."
Liu Yunyan's eyes welled up with tears, and she nodded vigorously.
"Yes, thank you, sister."
Luo Hongxia also joined in, smiling, "From now on, you have to listen to us."
Elder Tianqiong and Elder Tianlan exchanged a smile, the gloom in their eyes long gone.
Seeing them reconcile, Fang Xian smiled slyly.
"Since we're all sisters now, why don't we take advantage of this beautiful night and have a family reunion?"
They all understood Fang Xian's meaning, but none of them intended to refuse.
She left only a shy whisper: "Remember to treat everyone equally."
...
The first rays of dawn cast a soft glow upon the dining hall of the Yunqing Sect.
The Yunqing Sect Master, upon learning of his daughter Liu Yunyan's affair with Fang Xian, showed no anger whatsoever; instead, his face beamed with smiles, clearly indicating his high regard for Fang Xian's strength and character.
"Haha! What a fine son-in-law! Come and sit down."
Fang Xian smiled and led the women to their seats.
The table was laden with a sumptuous feast of spiritual dishes and fresh spiritual fruits, each plump and tempting.
The atmosphere was relaxed and joyful as everyone sat around.
Liu Yunyan sat beside Fang Xian, her face radiant with happiness, occasionally stealing glances at him, her eyes filled with sweetness and dependence.
"It is my daughter's good fortune to have won your favor."
The sect leader picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and smiled.
Fang Xian humbly replied, "Senior, you flatter me. Yunyan is intelligent and kind; I cherish this connection as well."
Luo Hongxia and Li Muwan chatted quietly while subtly observing Liu Yunyan. Their initial hostility had vanished, replaced by curiosity and acceptance.
Elder Tianqiong and Elder Tianlan elegantly savored their meal, occasionally joining the conversation with their insights.
After breakfast, Fang Xian stood up and said earnestly,
"Senior, thank you for your hospitality. We should be setting off now."
Upon hearing this, Liu Yunyan immediately took Fang Xian's hand.
"I want to go with you."
The sect leader looked at his daughter, his eyes filled with love and reluctance, but he still nodded slightly.
"Go, follow him, and take good care of yourself."
Liu Yunyan's eyes reddened slightly as she stepped forward and hugged her father.
"Father, please take care of yourself."
The group arrived at the gates of the Yunqing Sect, the morning breeze ruffling their robes.
The Sect Master shook hands with Fang Xian again in farewell, his eyes filled with expectation.
"If you have time in the future, remember to come back and visit."
"I certainly will," Fang Xian nodded in reply.
With that, Fang Xian and the four beauties took to the air and flew away into the distance.
Their figures, illuminated by the rising sun, gradually became small black dots until they disappeared completely.
Their next stop was the Lingxiao Sect.
Legend has it that the Lingxiao Sect was built atop a towering peak, perpetually shrouded in clouds and mist, resembling a celestial palace.
From afar, the entire mountain peak was covered by layers of Lingxiao Sect buildings, magnificent palaces and pavilions, carved beams and painted rafters, exuding a majestic aura.
The mountain gate was supported by massive white jade pillars, inscribed with mysterious runes that emitted a faint spiritual light, showcasing the sect's profound heritage.
A wide, winding spiritual staircase led directly into the sect's interior. Rare spiritual plants grew on either side of the staircase, swaying gently in the breeze and releasing a rich spiritual energy.
At the summit, a magnificent hall stood, its roof inlaid with countless luminous pearls, shining brightly even in daylight.
Fang Xian looked at the Lingxiao Sect and decided to meet the...
quasi-saints here.