Wen Mingyu was furious, but there was nothing she could do about Jiang Yin.
If it weren’t for the help of her junior sisters, the matter with Xia Ci wouldn’t have been resolved so smoothly.
Not to mention breaking the Dao patterns of the Netherworld Talisman, even finding Xia Ci’s hiding place would have been uncertain.
Wen Mingyu gritted her teeth, considering it as spending money to avoid disaster.
Her aunt and the other two Nascent Soul cultivators had suffered significant soul damage and were more severely controlled by the Dao patterns of the Netherworld Talisman.
They not only needed to nourish their souls quickly but also had to sever the Dao patterns as soon as possible.
If they were completely controlled, they might turn into evil spirits like Xia Ci.
And the task of severing the Dao patterns could only be entrusted to Jiang Yin.
“Miss Jiang, are you heading back to the Immortal Island now? If you don’t mind, I’ll go with you,” Wen Mingyu said after weighing the pros and cons, temporarily setting aside other matters to focus on dealing with the damaged souls.
“Is Sister Mingyu coming too?”
Tang Muxi was a bit surprised.
“Yes, my aunt and the other two cultivators are troubled by the Netherworld Talisman and need your Senior Sister’s help.
I’ll trouble you for a while, and I’ll bring some gifts later as a reward,” Wen Mingyu returned to her usual gentle demeanor.
“It’s no trouble at all.
If that’s the case, let’s go together,” Tang Muxi said, glancing at Jiang Yin, who had no objections, and went to support Wen Fei.
There were many of them this time, and Wen Mingyu didn’t want to put her aunt into a small world, so they decided to make a trip to the Treasure Pavilion first to get a large Immortal Boat for a comfortable rest.
Wu Yuan said that news had come from the demon realm, and Bai Ling would return soon.
Tang Muxi was very happy to hear this, thinking she could play with the little fox’s fluffy tail again.
Wen Mingyu was a bit surprised and asked, “Did the Grand Elder come to a conclusion?”
Wu Yuan shook his head, “Not yet, but it’s said that the esteemed guest brought by the Pavilion Master can indeed activate the World-saving Lamp and has been recognized by it, so it should be true that they have the bloodline of a divine beast.”
The World-saving Lamp was forged by Tianqin, and when it descended to the world, it was accompanied by the Qiluo Green Lotus.
Unlike other divine artifacts, only descendants of divine beasts can use it.
After the extinction of divine beasts, it has always been in the hands of the Western Demon King Domain, never leaving their grasp, while the other divine artifact, the Eight Trigrams of Heaven and Earth, is held by the Eastern Demon King Domain.
Since it can be recognized by the World-saving Lamp, it seems to have a deep connection with the divine fox clan.
“The Grand Elder is willing to let her out?
He usually values the bloodline of divine beasts the most,” Wen Mingyu was a bit surprised, as even she was only allowed to go out after reaching the Nascent Soul stage, while Bai Ling was only at the Golden Core stage, with no divine beast inheritance, and now even struggling to protect herself.
Wu Yuan coughed lightly, “Using the Cold Marrow, the esteemed guest is now on the verge of advancing.”
Wen Mingyu understood, “I’ll be on the Immortal Island in the coming days.
If she returns, send her there directly.
The Xia residence has been destroyed, find a mansion with a small world to compensate Madam Xu, and if she asks about the matter with the evil spirit, just say the evil spirit has been eliminated.”
“As you command.”
When they left the Treasure Pavilion, it was already bright outside.
Tang Muxi, who had exhausted her energy drawing talismans last night and helped defeat Xia Ci, was so tired that she started nodding off like a pecking chick on the soft couch of the boat.
Jiang Yin was right beside her, and seeing her on the verge of sleep, she took out a spiritual plant and dangled it near Tang Muxi’s head.
Every time Tang Muxi nodded off, the soft leaves would brush against her, tickling her annoyingly.
Tang Muxi was tormented, trying to grab it with her eyes half-closed, but it always evaded her, yet she stubbornly refused to wake up, shaking her head to avoid it.
Jiang Yin found it amusing, watching her flail around like a headless fly, and finally put the plant aside, pulling Tang Muxi’s body over to let her lean on her shoulder.
“If you want to sleep, just sleep.
No one will stop you.”
Tang Muxi pursed her lips, sneaking a glance at Wen Mingyu, who was diligently steering the Immortal Boat outside, feeling a bit embarrassed.
Jiang Yin followed her gaze and understood immediately, gently patting her back, her fingers brushing through her smooth hair, “She’s grateful to you, she won’t mind this.
Go to sleep, I’ll wake you when we arrive.”
Tang Muxi was reluctantly convinced by her words, yawned, and closed her eyes, “Just a little nap, don’t forget to wake me.”
And then she really fell asleep.
She was so tired that once she relaxed her mind, she quickly fell into a deep sleep, her breathing becoming steady, low and long, like a small animal hibernating, quiet and obedient.
Jiang Yin was surprised by how quickly she fell asleep.
She reached out and gently poked the soft cheek, which indented immediately, but showed no sign of awareness.
Letting go, she tilted her head and lightly nibbled with her lips, having a great time.
Wen Mingyu was constantly worried about the problem of losing her soul.
After controlling the Immortal Boat outside for a while, she couldn’t stay put and went to find Jiang Yin, hoping she could take over for a bit.
Unexpectedly, as soon as she pushed the door open, she saw Jiang Yin holding Tang Muxi’s sleeping face and nibbling away.
Wen Mingyu: …
Jiang Yin, caught in the act, released her mouth without a hint of embarrassment and calmly asked, “What’s up?”
If it weren’t for the teeth marks and saliva still on Tang Muxi’s face, she might have been fooled by her nonchalant expression.
Wen Mingyu pursed her lips, looked at her coldly, and suppressed the matter of taking over: “Sorry to disturb you.”
Then she left alone.
Jiang Yin heard the sound of footsteps gradually fading away, immediately locked the door, and even set up a barrier to block divine sense, satisfied to continue playing.
Staring at Tang Muxi’s fair and delicate neck, she swallowed, expanding her play area considerably.
*
When Tang Muxi woke up, it was already dusk.
Her head was sore and swollen, her eyelids heavy, and she felt increasingly sleepy.
If it weren’t for the loud sound of thunder and rain outside, she might have slept until the next day.
The surroundings had long changed, no longer inside the Immortal Boat, but in the familiar main room of the Immortal Island.
The spiritual energy was dense, misty like fog.
She lifted the quilt and found her robes had been removed and replaced with another set of comfortable, loose inner clothes.
It was obvious who did it.
She didn’t even wake her.
Tang Muxi pursed her lips, put on a cloak, and slowly went outside.
She didn’t know if it was her imagination, but she felt a slight swelling pain on her face.
Her throat too, as if someone had bitten it, was uncomfortable.
“Senior Sister…”
As she pushed the door open, a cold wind blew in.
She tightened her clothes, released her divine sense, and finally found some movement in the guest room, heading there.
“Xuan-grade Soul Jade is free, but Earth-grade… isn’t cheap.”
When Tang Muxi entered, she happened to hear Jiang Yin and Wen Mingyu bargaining.
“Why are you here?”
Jiang Yin saw she was dressed thinly, got up, and closed the doors and windows tightly, not letting in a bit of cold wind.
“You didn’t wake me, let me sleep until now, my head is dizzy, and I got bitten by something, my face still hurts.”
Tang Muxi complained a little, while taking out some ice spring water to apply on her face.
Wen Mingyu heard this and looked at Jiang Yin teasingly, saying, “Perhaps there are many mosquitoes in the mountains, coveting the beauty of the little junior sister, you should be careful in the future.”
“Mosquitoes?”
Tang Muxi was skeptical, “Are there even in winter?
That’s scary.”
Jiang Yin’s face darkened, seeing they seemed to want to continue this topic, she coughed lightly to forcibly interrupt: “There are no mosquitoes, don’t listen to her nonsense.
Alright, let’s get to business, if we delay any longer, your aunt’s soul will really have problems.”
Only then did Tang Muxi notice a figure lying on the soft couch inside, surprised: “How is Master?
Can the Netherworld Talisman solve it?”
Wen Mingyu sighed, shaking her head slightly: “No, Aunt’s Dao bone was damaged before, and now there’s a sign of soul separation, we need to quickly repair the soul and stabilize the power.”
“I don’t have many Earth-grade Soul Jades, and can’t give them to you casually, if you really want them, you need to agree to one thing.”
Jiang Yin spoke timely.
“What is it?”
“I have a few acquaintances in Netherworld City, they want to do something but lack manpower…”
Wen Mingyu’s eyes lit up: “No problem, Netherworld City has the power of my Treasure Pavilion, Miss Jiang can have them visit soon, Treasure Pavilion will definitely respond to any request.”
Jiang Yin nodded in satisfaction, seeing Tang Muxi looking at her with full suspicion, she smiled: “I’ll tell you when we get back.”
With the promise obtained, Jiang Yin didn’t waste any more words, taking out a lower-grade Earth-grade Soul Jade and a small handful of Xuan-grade Soul Jades from her storage ring.
Last time, the Soul Jade Marrow advanced to Heaven-grade, producing over a hundred Earth-grade Soul Jades, some of which she used to nourish the drought demon, and there were still many left.
“After all, the Netherworld Talisman is a divine artifact, it can’t be delayed, use these Xuan-grade Soul Jades to stabilize the soul, and when I’m about to sever the Dao pattern, use the Earth-grade to resist damage and replenish soul power.”
Wen Mingyu took the soul jade and immediately began stabilizing the soul according to Jiang Yin’s instructions.
Once Wen Fei’s out-of-body state eased, Jiang Yin severed the dao patterns.
Wen Fei’s condition was slightly worse, with her entire body almost suppressed by the Netherworld Talisman.
Her soul was being pulled by a strange force, showing signs of becoming lost and detached.
If further provoked, catalyzed by blood fiend and essence soul, she might truly become the next Xia Ci.
Jiang Yin didn’t dare to be careless and had Tang Muxi protect her while she carefully severed the connection between the Netherworld Talisman dao patterns and Wen Fei.
The process was thrilling but without danger, and by the time the last step was completed, all three were drenched in sweat.
Tang Muxi saw Jiang Yin put down the Imprisoning Demon Sword and wiped the sweat from her forehead.
“Is it all done?”
Jiang Yin nodded.
“Senior Sister, go rest. I’ve already slept half the day, but you’ve been busy all along. This isn’t good for your health.”
Wen Mingyu placed the Earth-grade soul jade into Wen Fei’s spiritual sea, slowly nourishing her soul with its unfinished power.
Hearing this, she also advised, “What Little Junior Sister said is right.
The other two’s symptoms aren’t as severe as Auntie’s.
I’ve sealed their meridians and suspended their breath.
It’s not too late to act tomorrow.
Miss Jiang, go rest.
I’ll handle things here.”
Jiang Yin was indeed tired, and seeing both of them insist, she didn’t refuse and nodded in agreement.
However, before leaving, she made sure to take Tang Muxi with her.
Tang Muxi was reluctant, wanting to stay with her master a bit longer, but Jiang Yin wouldn’t allow it, scolding her fiercely, “What are you doing seeing your master in disheveled clothes?
Come back and sleep.”
Unable to resist the big demon, Tang Muxi reluctantly followed her back.
Before leaving, she took out a pill and handed it to Wen Mingyu.
“This is a Clear Spirit Pill.
It can regulate internal spiritual power.
Give it to Master when she first wakes up to aid her recovery.”
Wen Mingyu recognized it as an Earth-grade pill, quite valuable, and accepted it with a smile.
“Little Junior Sister, thank you for your thoughtfulness.
I thank you on behalf of Auntie.”
“Alright, let’s go.
Senior Sister is tired and needs to sleep.”
Jiang Yin didn’t want to watch them chat back and forth, so she dragged Tang Muxi away.
No one noticed that as they turned, a shadow filled with netherworld power emerged from Wen Fei’s body and merged straight into Tang Muxi, like a drop of water disappearing in an instant.
