NOVPUBGuided by the maid, Mu Zhi’an traversed the grand halls and plazas, passing towering pavilions, until they reached a secluded courtyard.
A beautiful woman, clad in a dark dress, sat at the pavilion, her legs crossed elegantly, a faint smile gracing her lips.
He studied her as he entered the courtyard, but he couldn’t sense her cultivation level.
With his Innate Spiritual Body, he could usually estimate the cultivation levels of those around his own level.
Though his ability wasn’t as potent as Ye Lingxuan’s, he could still sense their spiritual energy.
Unless she was three stages higher than him, he should be able to sense her cultivation level.
She must be at least Third Stage Core Formation, or she has a treasure that conceals her aura… He thought, then quickly composed himself.
She was his future aunt-in-law, after all.
“You’ve arrived. Please, have a seat, Young Master Mu. Make yourself comfortable,” Ye Siyu said, her eyes sparkling with warmth as she gestured for him to sit.
He smiled politely, taking a seat across from her.
A maid served them tea, then quietly left.
“I saw you strolling with Lingxuan earlier. I hope I didn’t interrupt you,” she said, her voice gentle and concerned, though her eyes studied him closely.
She had dressed carefully for this meeting, her dark dress accentuating her fair skin, her shoulders slightly exposed, her neckline plunging, adding a touch of maturity to her already captivating beauty.
However, he didn’t even glance at her, his gaze fixed on his teacup, his demeanor polite and reserved.
“Lingxuan went to visit her mother. Your maid arrived after that, Sister Siyu,” he replied, shaking his head, his smile shy and unassuming.
His casual form of address subtly bridged the distance between them, and his gaze, either meeting hers or focused on his teacup, never strayed towards her body.
His behavior seemed impeccable… She raised an eyebrow, a flicker of displeasure in her eyes.
She might not be as beautiful as Ye Lingxuan, but she wasn’t far behind. And her attire today was particularly… flattering… and yet he hadn’t even looked at her?
She crossed her legs, setting down her teacup. “I heard about your performance at the Rebirth Pool today. Seven auras… you’ve certainly made the most of your trip to the Forbidden Zone,” she said, her smile unwavering despite her annoyance.
“I’d rather not be the center of attention, Sister Siyu, but it’s too late now, isn’t it?” he sighed dramatically.
His words and his expression were sincere, but she sensed a hint of… insincerity… She narrowed her eyes, studying him.
He’s hiding something…
She took a sip of her tea. “I have no right to interfere in Lingxuan’s choice of partner, nor do I intend to. However, are you aware that many within our clan are fond of her?”
“I was prepared for that before coming here,” he replied, nodding slightly.
“Is there something else you want to say, Sister Siyu?” he asked, sensing her hesitation.
“After I awakened from the formation, I spent some time with Lingxuan and Ye Cian. It was clear that he also had feelings for her,” she said, twirling a strand of hair around her finger, a faint smile on her lips.
“However, I told him that even he wasn’t worthy of her, considering her talent.”
“Ye Cian’s physique is close to Ninth-Rank, and he’s currently at the Fourth Stage of Core Formation,” she added, her gaze meeting his, her smile unwavering, though he sensed a hidden message in her words.
She doesn’t approve of our relationship…
He didn’t mind.
Impressions could be changed.
“Love is a matter of choice, Sister Siyu. If we only sought partners based on strength and compatibility, we would never find someone worthy of Lingxuan,” he said, shaking his head with a smile.
She stared at him, seeing the sincerity in his eyes, and chuckled. “You’re right. No one is worthy of her, considering her talent.”
“You’ll face many challenges because of your relationship with her,” she said, setting a trap.
Under his questioning gaze, she reached out, her delicate fingers brushing against his hand, her eyes filled with a seductive invitation. “But if you were with me… there wouldn’t be any challenges.”
“I can offer you everything she can.”
Her brown eyes seemed to shimmer with a faint, floral pattern.
At that moment, he was no longer a handsome young man in her eyes, but simply a vessel of potent spiritual energy.
This was her Sacred Spirit Body.
Similar to Aura Vision, it allowed her to sense lies and the flow of spiritual energy. He was completely exposed before her.
He’s tempted… She saw the flicker of desire in his eyes.
It was understandable. Any man would be tempted by her beauty and her offer.
As long as he didn’t accept, it meant he was a man of virtue.
However, as she was studying him, she was unaware that he was also studying her.
This future aunt-in-law, though the master’s younger sister, seemed to possess the mentality of a teenage girl.
He had already guessed her intentions the moment he entered the courtyard.
She was testing him.
And she had even tried to peek at his body…
His Innate Spiritual Body made him sensitive to gazes, and he knew she had scanned him with her spiritual sense.
He knew everything, but he said nothing.
She likely believed she held the upper hand, that he was a lamb led to slaughter.
But the moment her spiritual sense touched his body, the roles had reversed.
He sipped his tea calmly, feigning contemplation, allowing her to examine him.
She wanted to see his body? Fine. Let her see.
…
Hmm… First Stage Core Formation, nearing the Second Stage. His foundation is solid…
She pretended to be casually enjoying her tea, but her gaze never left him.
But he’s supposed to be a Chaos Body. Why can’t I sense any of his physiques?
Is my ability malfunctioning, or does he have a treasure that conceals his aura…? She narrowed her eyes, studying him more closely.
He circulated his spiritual energy, guiding it towards his vessel.
However, beside his vessel, she sensed another, brimming with potent energy.
She frowned, staring at it.
Two vessels…?
She glanced at him, surprised, then closed her eyes, focusing her spiritual sense on him.
Hmm… he’s in good shape. He even has abs.
But why are there two vessels…? Did I imagine it?
As the thought crossed her mind, she paused, her spiritual sense lingering on a specific area.
There really are two vessels. This guy is strange… how is this possible?
Then, realization dawned, and she stared at him, her eyes widening.
The Innate Celestial Vessel?! 𝘯𝘰𝑣𝘱𝑢𝘣.𝑐𝑜𝑚
As the thought formed, she sensed someone within the vessel opening their eyes.
There’s someone else inside him…?
She narrowed her eyes, her spiritual sense sweeping over the being within.
Boom!
A deafening roar echoed in her mind, her consciousness reeling, and she quickly withdrew her spiritual sense, her body trembling.
Her hand shook, spilling tea on her leg, but she didn’t seem to notice. She stared at him, her eyes wide with shock.
“Are you alright, Sister Siyu?” he asked, concern lacing his voice.
She ignored his question, her voice a barely audible whisper. “You have two vessels?”
“And… who is that person inside your vessel?”
Her lips were pale. Her spiritual sense had been attacked when she had tried to examine the being within his Innate Celestial Vessel. If they hadn’t held back, she might have lost her consciousness.
She had never encountered such a terrifying presence before.
The master of the Forbidden Zone always concealed his aura, so she had never truly sensed his power.
But the being within Mu Zhi’an’s vessel… they were at least a peak Nascent Soul expert… perhaps even stronger!
“How did you know, Sister Siyu?” he asked, feigning surprise.
She ignored his question, her gaze fixed on him, her mind racing.
The master of the Forbidden Zone couldn’t possibly be unaware of the being within Mu Zhi’an’s vessel. And if she recalled correctly, he had just forbidden the disciples from approaching the Rebirth Pool for the next month… was it related to the being within him?
“You’re an Innate Celestial Vessel?” she asked, her voice a strained whisper, her eyes searching his.
He nodded slowly.
Her surprise melted into understanding, then realization dawned. “No wonder the master didn’t object to your relationship…”
She had been puzzled by his lack of opposition, considering his love for his daughter. He had witnessed countless talented individuals, their destiny, their physiques… none of it had impressed him.
But the Innate Celestial Vessel…
There were thousands, perhaps even millions, of talented cultivators in the world, but those who could enhance others… they were incredibly rare.
And Mu Zhi’an’s Innate Celestial Vessel had been enhanced numerous times.
As for the being within him… she didn’t know their identity… but they were likely drawn to his vessel.
Even without his Chaos Body, the elders of the Forbidden Zone, aware of his true nature, wouldn’t object to his relationship with Ye Lingxuan.
She swayed slightly, a wave of dizziness washing over her.
He quickly caught her, his voice filled with concern. “Are you alright, Sister Siyu?”
She shook her head. “I’m fine. I just injured my spiritual sense. I’ll recover in a few days.”
He hesitated, then lowered his voice. “Can you keep this a secret, Sister Siyu?”
“Just between us.”
She looked up at him, her vision blurring. “You’re not angry that I… scanned you with my spiritual sense…?”
“You were just looking out for Lingxuan. I understand,” he sighed. “Perhaps I just have a… villainous face.”
He quickly changed the subject. “Where’s your room? I’ll take you there to rest.”
She pointed towards a room down the corridor, her voice barely a whisper, her consciousness fading.
He scooped her up in his arms and carried her towards the room.
She vaguely heard his voice as her vision darkened.
“Goodnight, Sister Siyu.”
He gently placed her on the bed and left, closing the door behind him.
His character is also impeccable…
As the thought crossed her mind, she lost consciousness, her world fading to black.
…
Outside, Wei Mengrou, who had been waiting patiently, watched him emerge, a smile on his face. Though she didn’t know what had transpired, it was clear he had… benefited… from the encounter.
“Let’s go,” she said calmly.
“Aren’t you curious about what happened inside?” he asked.
“No,” she replied flatly.
How boring… He sighed inwardly.
She knew him well. A single gesture, a subtle change in his expression, and she could read his thoughts.
Why bother asking when she already knew the outcome?
They returned to their residence, and he poured himself a cup of tea, a satisfied smile gracing his lips.
The master of the Forbidden Zone, his future aunt-in-law… he had dealt with them both. As for his future mother-in-law… he wasn’t sure about her attitude yet, but she likely wouldn’t object to his relationship with Ye Lingxuan.
He had handled her family. The opinions of the other disciples were irrelevant.
Now, he just had to focus on befriending some of them.
And perhaps… spend more time with his future aunt-in-law… he was quite interested in her unique physique and her abilities.
“By the way, Fairy Sister, will that girl suffer any lasting effects from using her spiritual sense on me?” he asked.
“Don’t worry. She just needs to rest for a few days. There won’t be any lasting effects,” the Jade Empress’s voice replied from within his vessel.
She emerged, materializing before him, and he gazed at her, his heart pounding.
She was clad in a green dress adorned with intricate patterns, her long hair cascading down her back, framing her beautiful face.
Her figure was slender and alluring, her dress clinging to her curves, a delicate fragrance emanating from her.
“You deliberately let her scan you with her spiritual sense, didn’t you?” she asked, her eyes twinkling with amusement as she picked up her teacup.
“I can’t control her actions, Fairy Sister. I simply… went with the flow,” he replied, shaking his head.
He had initially just wanted to see what his future aunt-in-law looked like, but she had surprised him by scanning him with her spiritual sense.
He had simply adapted to the situation.
But what kind of physique does she possess? She could even sense my Innate Celestial Vessel… He thought, his gaze lingering on her lips as she sipped her tea.
He hesitated.
“By the way… Fairy Sister, do you have a physical body now?”
