Battle Through the Heavens: Beauties Abound Starting with Yunlan and Her Disciples

187: Section 187The Young ladies only realized it after the fact, surrounding Yun Xiancheng with cheers.

Medicine Lady suddenly spoke up, ”Something’s wrong. There’s the aura of a strange Dou Huang.”

Hearing this, Xiao Yan did not dare to be negligent and hurried to Yun Xiancheng’s side, saying with a grave expression, ”Senior Brother, Master says there’s the aura of a strange Dou Huang.” ”A Dou Huang? Within the borders of the Jia Ma Empire, the known Dou Huang experts can be counted on one’s fingers. Logically, no one should be passing by unless...” Yun Xiancheng’s sword-like brows furrowed slightly as he pondered for a moment, a possibility already surfacing in his mind. ”Is Master coming?”

Hearing this, Nalan Yanran’s beautiful eyes instantly lit up, and she said in surprise:

”Counting the days, the New Year is almost here. Why don’t we invite Master to stay and celebrate the New Year together at the Xiao Family!” ”What!? Xiancheng, this brat’s... first Master is coming!?”

Hearing these words, Medicine Lady’s tone suddenly faltered. Then, she rarely pursed her lips, and a faint, inexplicable sourness rose in her heart as jealousy quietly sprouted.

Regarding the various intimate and ambiguous interactions between Yun Xiancheng and the other Xiao Family sisters, she had always turned a blind eye and didn’t care at all.

However, specifically for this ”first Master” who occupied a special position in Yun Xiancheng’s life, the jealousy in her heart was exceptionally obvious and difficult to suppress.

In the shadows, Ying also suddenly fell silent upon hearing this, withdrawing her aura and reducing her presence to the minimum, completely hiding in the darkness as if she had never appeared.

As if sensing something, Yun Xiancheng slowly raised his head, his gaze piercing through the layers of night, looking far towards the horizon. Noticing Yun Xiancheng’s actions, the Young ladies also followed his gaze, looking towards the distant sky together. They saw that at this moment, the heavy snow across the sky had gradually subsided, and the raging gale was also slowly weakening.

Amidst the clouds as heavy as lead, a graceful figure was spreading a pair of massive green wings, cutting through the sky. She was flying towards the location of the Xiao Family at an extremely anxious speed.

That figure had a lithe posture and exquisite curves, her peerless countenance faintly visible; she was indeed a world-toppling, peerless Beauty.

066 Master, stay for the New Year

The green wings, wrapped in the drifting cold wind, suddenly retracted, emitting a slight but clear sound of breaking air, like an elegant swan folding its wings, carrying a natural rhythmic Beauty.

Sect Master Yun Yun’s figure landed on the ground with extreme lightness. There was no earth-shaking impact as one might imagine, nor any messy dust flying.

Her toes lightly touched the ground, her posture graceful like a soft feather, untainted by a speck of dust. Elegant and ethereal, she truly looked like a celestial fairy descending to the mortal realm, pure and refined, making one afraid to look directly at her.

She wore a moon-white palace dress with a fluttering hem that swayed gently in the cold wind, further highlighting her untainted and cold temperament.

Her long black hair was held up by only a single green jade hairpin, with the rest cascading down like a waterfall, adding a bit of charm and tenderness. Her eyebrows were like distant mountains, her eyes like autumn ripples, her nose delicate and straight, her lips red without makeup, and her skin whiter than snow and incredibly supple. Not having seen her for many days, this beautiful Master was still as breathtakingly beautiful as before.

Upon landing, Sect Master Yun Yun’s cold, moon-like beautiful eyes precisely locked onto Yun Xiancheng among the crowd like radar.

The slight anxiety on her face was instantly replaced by tenderness and concern, like ice and snow melting when spring returns to the earth; in an instant, the world seemed to lose its color in comparison.

”Xiancheng!”

She opened her lips slightly, her voice clear and pleasant, carrying an imperceptible tremble and deep worry. She called out Yun Xiancheng’s name in a tone so gentle it felt as if one could drown in it.

Before her voice had even faded, Sect Master Yun Yun had already taken her lotus steps, moving like the wind with her skirt fluttering like a fairy coming on the breeze, arriving before Yun Xiancheng in an instant.

She didn’t care about the people around her, nor did she have time to look at the surroundings. Her beautiful eyes were tightly fixed on Yun Xiancheng, looking him up and down, carefully checking if there were any injuries on his body.

Her expression was tense and focused, as if the entire world only consisted of the youth before her.

”Xiancheng, are you alright? Are you injured? I sensed you used the Sword Qi, and I thought... I thought you encountered some danger!”

Sect Master Yun Yun spoke rapidly, firing off a series of questions like a machine gun, her tone filled with lingering fear and worry. That palpable concern could be clearly felt by anyone.

She reached out her slender, white hand, wanting to stroke Yun Xiancheng’s cheek, but then seemed to think of something and paused slightly.

In the end, she only lightly patted his shoulder, her movement gentle and restrained, yet still full of deep affection. Feeling Sect Master Yun Yun’s sincere concern, a warm current couldn’t help but surge in Yun Xiancheng’s heart.

His nerves, which had been tense from the battle, also relaxed. He smiled slightly, shook his head, and said in a relaxed tone,

”Master, don’t worry, I’m fine. I didn’t suffer a single injury. Look, aren’t I standing right here? On the other hand, Master, you’ve worked hard traveling so far to get here.”

”It’s good that you’re fine, it’s good that you’re fine.”

Hearing Yun Xiancheng say he was fine with his own ears, Sect Master Yun Yun’s tense body finally relaxed slightly, and she let out a long sigh of relief.

Her heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally returned to its place. The tense expression on her face gradually softened, replaced by a relieved and gratified smile.

After confirming Yun Xiancheng was safe and sound, Sect Master Yun Yun finally diverted her attention slightly, noticing several Young ladies standing beside Yun Xiancheng. A flash of surprise appeared in her beautiful eyes.

She naturally recognized Nalan Yanran, her own personal Disciple, but the other Young ladies standing beside Yan Ran were somewhat unfamiliar to her.

However, sensing the faint, lingering aura of intimacy between them and Yun Xiancheng, a subtle ripple couldn’t help but rise in Sect Master Yun Yun’s heart.

”Master! You’ve finally come! Yan Ran missed you so much!”

While Sect Master Yun Yun was observing the Young ladies, Nalan Yanran could no longer contain the excitement and joy in her heart.

Like a swallow returning to the forest, she pounced forward, grabbing Sect Master Yun Yun’s arm and rubbing against it coquettishly, her tone charmingly naive. She completely lost the cold demeanor of a young lady she usually had outside, looking more like a young child clinging to her mother.

”You girl, you’ve grown so big and you’re still so fond of acting spoiled.” Seeing this, a doting smile couldn’t help but curl on Sect Master Yun Yun’s lips.

She reached out her other hand and gently stroked Nalan Yanran’s hair, her tone gentle and indulgent, her eyes full of love and pity for her Disciple.

”Master, since you’re here this time, stay for a few more days! The New Year is coming soon. Why don’t you stay at the Xiao Family and celebrate a lively New Year with us? It would also allow Yan Ran to show her filial piety and serve you, Elder.”

Nalan Yanran’s eyes darted around, and she immediately struck while the iron was hot, proposing her ”little plan.”

She held Sect Master Yun Yun’s arm, acting spoiled and cute, doing everything she could to please her, naturally with the goal of keeping Sect Master Yun Yun at the Xiao Family for the New Year. ”Stay here for the New Year?”

”Yes, Master, just stay here for the New Year. It’s lively here.” Yun Xiancheng stepped forward and naturally pulled Sect Master Yun Yun into his arms.

Sect Master Yun Yun was startled; she hadn’t expected that after not seeing him for many days, her good Disciple would actually be so proactive. But with outsiders present, she still maintained her persona as a cold fairy and began to think. She had come this time to take her two young Disciples home for the New Year.

Having practiced in solitude at the Cloud Mist Sect for many years, she missed her family during the holidays. If she could celebrate a lively New Year with her Disciples, it would indeed be a pleasant thing. However... stay here for the New Year?

Her beautiful eyes swept around, noticing the beautiful and lovely Young ladies gathered here.

Before Sect Master Yun Yun could respond, Xiao Xun’er gracefully stepped forward and bowed slightly to Sect Master Yun Yun. Her movements were elegant and poised, and her voice was crisp and pleasant, carrying a perfect amount of respect and closeness:

”Sect Master Yun Yun’s presence brings light to our humble Xiao Family. Xun’er welcomes the Sect Master’s visit on behalf of the entire Xiao Family. Sister Yan Ran is absolutely right; the New Year is fast”

approaching. If the Sect Master doesn’t mind, why not stay at the Xiao Family for a few days? It would allow us to show some hospitality and express our gratitude.”

Xiao Xun’er’s words were flawless, expressing respect for Sect Master Yun Yun while also appearing warm and welcoming, making one feel as if they were bathed in a spring breeze, unable to find any fault.

Second Miss of the Gu Clan, your etiquette lessons are truly impressive!

With Xiao Xun’er leading the way, Xiao Mei, Xiao Yan, Xiao Yu, and Ya Fei also stepped forward one after another.

They bowed gracefully to Sect Master Yun Yun, speaking various warm words of welcome and doing their best to invite Sect Master Yun Yun to stay at the Xiao Family for the New Year.

”Sect Master Yun Yun has come from afar and must be weary from the journey. Why not take a short rest at the Xiao Family? It would allow us sisters to do our part and entertain the Sect Master.”

”Yes, yes, Sect Master Yun Yun. Although Wutan City is small, it’s quite lively during the New Year. Staying at the Xiao Family for the New Year will definitely let you experience a different kind of festive atmosphere.”

”Sect Master Yun Yun, look at our Xiao Family’s spacious residence... although much of it has collapsed because of the battle, our construction skills are very good; we can definitely rebuild it within a few days!”

Sect Master Yun Yun.

The Young ladies spoke all at once, vying to express their desire for her to stay. Their sweet voices surrounded Sect Master Yun Yun’s ears, and that warmth and sincerity could almost melt a person.

Sect Master Yun Yun looked at the enthusiastic Young ladies before her, then felt Nalan Yanran’s clinging gaze and the expectant look from Yun Xiancheng. The original hesitation and reservation in her heart also gradually dissipated, replaced by a trace of warmth and softness.

She was not a cold-hearted person by nature, and moreover, these Young ladies were sincere and enthusiastic. Their hospitality was hard to refuse, and to reject them outright would seem too unkind.

Furthermore, being able to spend the New Year with her Disciple was indeed something to look forward to.

”In that case... I will accept your kind offer. I shall stay at the Xiao Family for a few days and celebrate the New Year with everyone.”

Yun Yun pondered for a moment before finally nodding slightly, granting her permission with a soft tone. A faint, yet heart-meltingly gentle smile curled at the corners of her mouth.

”That’s great! Master, you are truly the best! Yan Ran knew that you would definitely agree!” Hearing this, Nalan Yanran immediately cheered with joy, dancing and jumping about in excitement.

The young lady grabbed Yun Yun’s arm and shook it excitedly, her face overflowing with a brilliant smile as bright and dazzling as sunshine. Seeing this, the other Young ladies also showed expressions of joy, looking at each other and exchanging knowing smiles.

In their hearts, they all breathed a sigh of relief. In truth, they weren’t sure of Yun Yun’s personality, but after seeing Yan Ran take the lead with the request, they knew Yan Ran needed their cooperation, so they proactively stepped forward to help.

And this Dou Huang expert and Sect Master of the Cloud Mist Sect was indeed as gentle and approachable as the rumors said; she was actually much easier to get along with than they had imagined.

Watching the harmonious scene before him, the corners of Yun Xiancheng’s mouth couldn’t help but turn up slightly, forming a faint smile as he felt a sense of ease and pleasure in his heart.

It was naturally a good thing for Master to stay at the Xiao Family for the New Year. Not only would it make Yan Ran happy, but it would also provide the Xiao Family with an extra layer of security. More importantly... it would give him more time to spend with his Master.

The night was deep, and the cold wind still whistled, but the Xiao Family’s main courtyard was filled with a warm and cozy atmosphere. Author’s Note:

Building a Divine Bridge at the Dead End to start flirting.

067 is also living a Red Chamber-style life now.

The next morning, as the sun rose, news spread through the streets and alleys of Wutan City: the Jiale Family had been destroyed, and in its place, the Xiao Family had risen once more.

At that time, the giant green sword that had spanned the horizon and fallen amidst the swirling snow had already been deeply etched into the hearts of everyone in Wutan City, proclaiming that the Xiao Family had a powerful backer beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Thanks to this, the reconstruction of the Xiao Family proceeded with irresistible force. By the following afternoon, the once-grand Xiao Manor had already reappeared in Wutan City. And in a newly built courtyard within the Xiao Family, the laughter of many beauties could be heard.

Surrounded by beauties, the hall was filled with the breath of spring. Inside the inner hall, the Young ladies were like a hundred flowers competing in Beauty, each displaying their own graceful charms. Just then, Yun Xiancheng returned to the Xiao Family’s new courtyard, looking travel-worn.

Hearing the laughter of the girls inside and seeing the antique architecture, he briefly felt as if he were hallucinating. Now he was truly surrounded by Young ladies, living the life of a young Master.

All these girls were the results of his hard work wooing them during this period! Thinking this, Yun Xiancheng took a deep breath and walked into the residence. At a glance, he saw his Master.

Yun Yun was sitting upright in the high hall, a gentle smile on her lips as she watched the Xiao Family girls. Seeing her good Disciple arrive, she also nodded slightly in greeting.

”Master, the spoils of war have been tallied. This is a gift for you from your Disciple.”

Yun Xiancheng took a scroll out of his storage ring—this scroll was the Black-rank High-grade Cultivation Method that the Jia Lie Family had purchased at the auction. It was a Wind-attribute technique, making it a suitable gift.

Although the Cloud Mist Sect was the number one sect in the Jia Ma Empire, because it appeared too early in the story and was part of the newbie village, the entire sect lacked an Earth-Rank Technique. Thus, a Black-rank High-grade Cultivation Method was considered a decent gift.

Yun Xiancheng had previously upgraded his own cultivation method using the system’s comprehension buff.

But because his harem was too small at the time, the technique’s progress had stalled, only reaching the Quasi-Earth Rank. Now that he had consumed two more cakes, perhaps he could officially push the technique to the Early Earth-Rank.

”Chenger, you are thoughtful. Having been away from the sect for half a year, you’ve actually brought back a Black-rank High-grade Cultivation Method for the sect.” Yun Yun smiled and nodded at Yun Xiancheng.

”Master doesn’t have a suitable return gift on hand...”

Master, you are the best gift; what other return gift could I want? Thinking this in his heart, Yun Xiancheng shook his head and declined.

”Master, there’s no need for a return gift. This is just a small token of my respect for you, to make up for the regret of not being by your side for the past half year. You, this Disciple...”

Yun Yun’s heart warmed, and for no reason, she remembered that massage from six months ago... A warm current spread from her dantian to her four limbs, making her feel tingly and soft.

After finishing his conversation with Yun Yun, Yun Xiancheng went straight to sit beside Nalan Yanran, who was watching from the side.

Because her Master was present, Yan Ran didn’t tease him as she usually did, instead acting like a proper lady.

Master, so Yan Ran is like this in front of you? At midnight with me, she’s quite different. If you could accept... I forgot the rest.

Yun Yun, naturally, was unaware of her good Disciple’s flirting.

At this moment, her gaze swept over the young men and women in the hall who were brimming with youthful energy, and she couldn’t help but feel a vibrant atmosphere quite different from that of the Cloud Mist Sect.

She saw Xiao Mei walking in from outside, carrying a tray of tea snacks, her face glowing with youth. She first went to Yun Yun to present the gift to the ”elder” here.

”Sister Yun Yun, please sample this. This is a tea snack Mei’er specially prepared for you—Snow Reflecting Red Plum.”

Xiao Mei had already discarded her usual charming peacock-blue dress and changed into a pale pink chef’s outfit. Her waist was tied with a moon-white embroidered sash, and her hair was done in a lively and cute double-bun hairstyle, making her look like a pretty little chef stepped out of a painting.

Even dressed as a chef, this young lady, whom Yun Xiancheng had brought back from the wrong path, exuded the air of a daughter from a noble family,

rather than a childish demeanor.

At this moment, she was smiling gracefully as she moved with light steps, holding up an exquisite and translucent tea snack with both hands, respectfully offering it to Yun Yun. The snack was served in a lustrous, jade-like celadon ice-crackle porcelain bowl.

The rim of the bowl was finely traced with gold thread, making the contents within appear even more crystal clear, like a masterpiece of divine craftsmanship. A translucent and sparkling red plum blossom, as if carved from ice crystals, bloomed proudly in the center of the porcelain bowl.

The red plum’s color was as vivid as if it were dripping, like a real plum blossom standing tall on a branch in mid-winter, making one’s mouth water just by looking at it. Yun Yun took the porcelain bowl with great interest, her slender fingers as white and long as scallion roots.

She lightly picked up an exquisite silver pick and carefully lifted a translucent ”plum blossom.”

She held the ”plum blossom” against the fading light of the sunset outside the window and examined it closely. Her beautiful eyes revealed sincere admiration, and her red lips parted as she praised:

”These ice crystal patterns are even more exquisitely fine than the stamens of a real plum blossom. Mei’er, your skill is truly miraculous and breathtaking.” Seeing this, the corners of Xiao Mei’s mouth turned up slightly into a sweet and lovely smile, and she explained in a voice as soft as a warbler’s song:

”Sister Yun Yun overpraises me. Although the method for making these Snow Reflecting Red Plum isn’t overly complicated, it did indeed take quite a bit of effort.”

”The ’ice’ of this plum blossom is made from the water of the Frozen Spring deep in the back mountains of our Xiao Family. It is carved into plum blossom patterns using copper molds. Hawthorn juice is filtered seven times through fine gauze, poured into the ice molds, and then frozen in the cellar for a full three hours.”

She paused for a moment, her slender fingertips gently touching the egg white frosting that covered the ice plum, which looked like white snow atop a mountain peak, and continued:

”As for this ’snow,’ it was made from the first-batch eggs of ten Reed-flower chickens, whipped with a red sandalwood-handled copper wire whisk for half a stick of incense’s time!” Hearing this, Yun Yun felt even more curious. She used the silver pick to gently put the ”Plum Blossom in the Snow” into her mouth.

In an instant, a burst of sweet, sour, and refreshing juice exploded on the tip of her tongue like a sudden clap of thunder. The tartness immediately swept across her taste buds, causing Yun Yun’s beautiful eyes to narrow slightly and her nose to wrinkle a bit, seemingly startled by the sudden sour sensation. However, just as the tartness was about to dominate her taste buds, a clear sweetness followed closely like a spring breeze brushing the willows.

It instantly smoothed out that sourness, turning it into a refreshing sensation that gladdened the heart and mind, causing Yun Yun to relax her brows.

Her originally slightly furrowed brows also slowly relaxed, replaced by a hint of pleasure and enjoyment. ”The red plum was actually made from Hawthorn; that truly surprises me,” Yun Yun said with a light laugh. Hearing Yun Yun’s praise, Xiao Mei also smiled like a blooming flower.

Feeling the peaceful atmosphere brought by the Young ladies, Yun Yun felt completely relaxed and couldn’t help but sigh, ”No wonder Xiancheng and Yan Ran are unwilling to return to the sect. This place is indeed much more free and comfortable than the sect.”

Yun Yun turned her gaze to Yun Xiancheng and Nalan Yanran, who were sitting nearby, and nodded with a smile, ”Moreover, with so many cute and charming sisters by your side, it seems my Xiancheng is truly too happy to miss Cloud Mist.” Author’s Note:

Building a Divine Bridge at the Dead End.

Actually, I want to complain. The Jia Ma Empire is about the same size as Earth. Calculating by this, the Xiao Family in Wutan City is far more wealthy and prosperous than the Jia Family in Dream of the Red Chamber.