Chapter 823: Xiaohan, I Miss You So Much

In the deepest part of the Void Realm of the Liu Divine, at the roots of the enormous willow tree, lies the forbidden area of the Liu Family. Only a select few are permitted to enter, while all others who dare to trespass will find only a path to death.

Though this enormous willow tree is not a physical entity but a Divine Spirit Imprint, it shines brilliantly, rich with Spiritual Energy and flourishing Dao Rhyme. Cultivating here for one day is equivalent to cultivating outside for ten days—a truly precious cultivation treasure land.

A cyan-gold palace stands beside the tree roots, with dense Dao Rhyme cascading down like a waterfall, rendering the palace radiant, akin to a divine palace in the Nine Heavens.

This palace, named Azure Palace, was crafted specially for Lu Yunxian by the Ancient Liu Family. Even without cultivating here, one can continuously absorb Dao Rhyme, gaining progress at every moment.

At this moment, inside the Azure Palace, a graceful figure sits cross-legged, eyes gently closed, immersed in cultivation.

It is Lu Yunxian!

It has been three years since Su Han and Lu Yunxian parted. Su Han has grown from an inexperienced youth into a Semi-Saint expert, masquerading as the Nineteenth Prince, traversing the Central Plains.

At eighteen, a girl undergoes significant transformation, and over the past three years, Lu Yunxian has also changed greatly.

Her entire being is flawless and pure, with an ethereal elegance, a tall and slender jade-white body.

Her black hair cascades like a waterfall, draping down her willow-like waist.

Her jade-like face is radiant, eyebrows arched like distant mountains, her eyes harbor poetic beauty, exuding extraordinary and transcendent charm.

She emits an innate Dao Rhyme, like a Green Lotus, standing alone and unstained by the mundane world.

Lu Yunxian has always been exceptionally beautiful, and now she is even more so, akin to a divine maiden descended from the Nine Heavens, aloof and unapproachable!

A faint Holy Might emanates from her delicate body, rippling the surrounding space, as time circles around her, filled with sanctity and purity.

Moreover, due to cultivating the Great Dao Azure Emperor Scripture, her Qingmu Spirit Body has transformed into the Green Emperor’s Eternal Body, with a gentle azure glow enveloping her skin, brimming with vitality and a mysterious aura.

At this moment, as Lu Yunxian cultivates, dense Dao Rhyme surges towards her from all directions, manifesting around her as a Green Lotus, as if nurturing a divine embryo, about to birth a deity!

Suddenly, with a pained expression, Lu Yunxian turns pale and spits out a mouthful of blood, staining the ground starkly.

"Alas!"

Lu Yunxian slowly opens her eyes, her beautiful eyes dimming slightly, sighing with a touch of helplessness.

Upon breaking through to the Saint Realm, the latent Origin Wound within her body erupted, impacting her physique. Though her abundant vitality prevents immediate life-threatening danger, her cultivation is exceedingly challenging.

The Azure Palace is second only to the Divine Liu Palace in the Void Realm of the Liu Divine, rich with Dao Rhyme and Spiritual Energy. Although she cultivates the Great Dao Azure Emperor Scripture and possesses the Great Accomplishment of the Green Emperor’s Eternal Body, due to the Origin Wound, she cannot even break through the Second Layer of the Saint Realm.

Not forcing progress, Lu Yunxian wipes the blood from her lips and rises to walk outside.

She has no regrets regarding the Origin Wound, for it saved Su Han’s life. Had she not fought desperately, Su Han would have died back then.

Stepping out of the Azure Palace, she can gaze over the expanse of the Void Realm of the Liu Divine. Everything here is well, except for the absence of a familiar figure.

"I wonder how Xiaohan is doing now!"

Lu Yunxian gazes towards the Eastern Region, missing Su Han for the thousandth time. Alas, the vast distance between the Central Plains and the Eastern Region prevents her longing eyes from crossing such expanses.

"Yunxian, tomorrow is the martial arts contest for marriage. Don’t cultivate tonight, have a good rest!"

A cultured voice gently reminds Lu Yunxian.

"Yes, foster father!"

Lu Yunxian responds respectfully, showing no surprise.

This cultured voice belongs to Emperor Liu, who values Lu Yunxian dearly, nurturing her with dedication. Yet, despite his abilities, he cannot heal Lu Yunxian’s Origin Wound, and with a hint of personal interest, he tacitly approves the Heir of the Liu Family’s plan.

As Emperor Liu’s voice fades, Lu Yunxian continues gazing blankly towards the Eastern Region.

She is no innocent girl; back in the Tianqing Dynasty, after her foster mother’s early death, she took on the responsibility of caring for and protecting Su Han within the palace filled with schemes, crafting a strong heart through adversity.

She understands Emperor Liu’s selfishness and the intrigue of the Heir, yet knows she cannot change anything, for she is not part of the Liu Family, and in the face of interests, even familial ties can be forsaken.

Lu Yunxian has seen such matters often!

Nevertheless, she refuses to be a pawn. She agrees to the martial arts contest for marriage but decides not to marry anyone. As for the Heir of the Liu Family, she cannot confront him yet but will delay as much as possible.

"Hmm?"

Suddenly, Lu Yunxian’s expression changes as she looks towards a certain spot.

A paper crane appears to fly towards Lu Yunxian as if it has life.

This exquisite and delicate paper crane is a rare treasure.

The paper crane lands right in Lu Yunxian’s palm.

"A letter from Master!"

Seeing the paper crane, Lu Yunxian’s delicate face breaks into a sincere smile.

Since being adopted by Emperor Liu, she rarely has the opportunity to go out and has not seen Liu Rumei for a long time.

But once a year, the paper crane delivers messages allowing her to communicate with Liu Rumei. However, Liu Rumei always reports good news, concealing the bad, so Lu Yunxian is unaware of Liu Rumei’s current situation. Otherwise, with her character, she would surely stand up for Liu Rumei.

Even this paper crane communication is tacitly allowed by Emperor Liu; otherwise, this tiny crane would not evade his Divine Sense and would easily be dismantled.

Activating the paper crane reveals a Divine Sense message. Lu Yunxian expects the usual reminders and talks, but this time is different.

Lu Yunxian’s beautiful eyes widen, pupils rapidly constricting, breath halting, her soft body stiff, as if struck by the Immobilization Technique.

After a long time, Lu Yunxian takes a deep breath, suppressing her inner astonishment.

"Xiaohan actually came to the Central Plains and was just here!"

Liu Rumei conveyed the news of Su Han’s arrival to Lu Yunxian, causing her heart to race, feeling like a dream, filled with disbelief.

"The Nineteenth Prince of the Heavenly Sword Dynasty was actually Xiaohan in disguise!"

Su Han had revealed his identity to Liu Rumei, and now Liu Rumei has passed it to Lu Yunxian, leaving her mouth slightly open, full of shock.

Although she leads a secluded life, she has heard of the renowned Nineteenth Prince in the Central Plains.

Unexpectedly, he was actually Su Han!

Considering this, Lu Yunxian’s heart becomes lively again, her whole being jubilant and excited, yearning for the day to break immediately, for the martial arts contest to start now, allowing her to see Su Han the very next moment.

"Xiaohan, I miss you so much!"