Saying this, he made a gesture towards Dongfang Xinglan: "At that time, if there is any mistake, I hope the Empress will be forgiving."

"Brother Jiang is too polite," Dongfang Xinglan returned the courtesy. "We have just escaped the hardships of the Upper Realm, not knowing what day it is, neither understanding cultivation nor the etiquette of the Immortal World... Brother Jiang has taken much trouble."

She had no difficulty deducing the meaning of the words "True Origin" from Lu Jin'an's voice. Now that the new dynasty has just been established, it requires someone like Jiang Wuya who is adept in such Great Dao matters to build a new system.

It benefits both sides, and Dongfang Xinglan naturally welcomed it.

"This is the preliminary plan I've drafted these past two days." Jiang Wuya handed over a memorandum: "Have a look first."

Dongfang Xinglan nodded and took it, flipping through it, while Lu Jin'an ate the food Zhu Nanzhi picked for him and chatted idly with Jiang Wuya about some trivial matters.

"Speaking of which, does the Saint Heir still remember Sun Shaoheng of the Sun Family?" Jiang Wuya chuckled. "I heard the Saint Heir wants to send people to Qiming, and he was very enthusiastic, even asking for no benefits."

Lu Jin'an responded with a noncommittal smile: "He's quite adept at finding ways."

Not asking for any benefits now must be to secure greater benefits later.

In the future, when Qiming Immortal Dynasty is on track, who among the Thirty-Six Domains wouldn't want a share of the pie?

"Should I refuse?"

"No need." Lu Jin'an waved his hand: "By then everyone will be involved, rather than giving it to outsiders, it's better to give it to our own people, at least he is obedient."

Having said this, he ate a section of orange Zhu Nanzhi fed to his mouth and continued: "I'll draft a list in a while, just follow it.

As for anyone secretly dissatisfied, Sect Master Qi will be informed."

Jiang Wuya and Guan Wen were taken aback, so at the negotiation table that day, was Sect Master Qi intentionally opposing the Saint Heir?

But why would Sect Master Qi be so determined to side with the Saint Heir, was there some agreement between them?

"I understand." Jiang Wuya did not ask much, just smiled and nodded, then changed the subject: "By the way, after the Sect Master returned, he issued an order for you to continue acting as the Sect Master until your immortality, at which point you'll immediately inherit the position."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Nanzhi's eyes lit up first; in the future, she would be the Sect Master's wife?

Lu Jin'an smiled and pinched her hand, saying to Jiang Wuya: "I understand."

He lowered his eyelids and planned to visit Two Realms Pass after New Year.

After noon, having finished eating and discussing, Jiang Wuya and Guan Wen went off first to take care of some sect affairs.

Lu Jin'an then rose with Zhu Nanzhi and Zhiyu, preparing to head to Qingmiao Palace.

Senior Sister stayed behind in the palace to prepare for a breakthrough, and to that end, Zeng Suqin erected a Great Array for her.

Dongfang Xinglan watched the black dragon carrying Lu Jin'an and Zhu Nanzhi rise into the air, letting out a soft breath.

In the end, she still couldn't use a 'child to dominate the feudal lords.'

Though it wasn't necessary anymore.

She turned and walked away; now that the general strategy was settled, the most important thing was her own strength.

Only by becoming immortal can Qiming truly be considered an Immortal Dynasty, and only then will it have the qualifications to engage in equal dialogue with the high levels of the Immortal World three years later.

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Northern Boundary, Qingmiao Palace.

In a pure white long skirt, 'Xiao Yinruo' sat sideways in the corridor of Yunqi Palace, calmly gazing at the snow outside the corridor.

She raised her hand and casually waved, the secret message between her fingers vanished with the wind.

'Xiao Yinruo', who was in seclusion for the Mid Divine Concealment at Wandao Sect's Taichu Hall, couldn't be reached by her good disciple. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

Even if she could be reached, he who had been secretly communicating with Xiao Yinruo already knew her identity, so why would he suspect?

With this thought, 'Xiao Yinruo' sported a subtle smile, though she didn't mind her good disciple and Xiao Yinruo becoming close, they couldn't hide it from her.

Must teach these two a lesson, let them understand who is truly in charge at home!

With a light laugh, 'Xiao Yinruo' glanced up, the Barrier she set up around Qingmiao Palace informed her that her good disciple, Zhu Nanzhi, and Zhiyu had arrived.

Although surprised that her good disciple hadn't indulged too long at Shengjing, the plan could start regardless.

The narrow path in the back mountain of Qingmiao Palace, Zhu Nanzhi led Lu Jin'an and Zhiyu into this place.

Though Lu Jin'an had visited once before, Qingmiao Palace's rules were still in place, and the character of the Divine Concealment Elder was old-fashioned, so at least superficially, everyone wouldn't feel embarrassed.

"Husband, is it true that Master was disguised by Aunt Pei?"

"True." Lu Jin'an smiled. "Would I lie to you about such a thing?"

Zhu Nanzhi shook her head, but she couldn't help recalling her dreams of playing with Master and her husband.

However, at that time Aunt Pei hadn't come to Qingmiao Palace, so it couldn't have been her mischief, just absurd dreams that she had.

"Master helped Aunt Ruo handle some Demon Saints in the Northern Territory, Aunt Ruo disguised as her to guard Two Realms Pass, it was indeed the best method at the time."

Lu Jin'an continued talking, he needed to prepare Nanzhi, in case master wanted to use Aunt Ruo's appearance to accompany him.

"Oh, that's how it is..."

Zhu Nanzhi nodded, apart from surprise, she had no doubts: "I'll take Zhiyu back to Tingquan Small House first, husband, you go get Aunt Pei."

She instinctively knew her husband would definitely reunite passionately with Aunt Pei, so she wouldn't disturb them.

After all, she was satiated by her husband.

"Alright."

Lu Jin'an nodded, and then headed straight to Yunqi Palace.

Entering the main entrance of Yunqi Palace, Lu Jin'an admired the snowy view while walking, quickly spotting 'Xiao Yinruo' sitting in the corridor, her aura chilly and ethereal.

He paused for a fleeting moment.

Master's demeanor was definitely enchanting, yet disguised as Aunt Ruo it was genuinely flawless.

How could she achieve this?

Luckily, Aunt Ruo informed him in advance; otherwise, if he directly approached Aunt Ruo for intimacy now, wouldn't he be courting disaster?

Thinking of this, Lu Jin'an watched 'Xiao Yinruo' reveal a pleasantly surprised, gentle expression. He chuckled, knowing the truth, and boldly embraced 'Xiao Yinruo', deciding to shock Master.

"Aunt Ruo, I'm back."

He spoke gently, expecting a startled and questioning reaction from Master, but none came.

Instead, 'Xiao Yinruo' hugged him tightly, speaking softly: "It's good you're back, but... How did you manage to send Nanzhi away to me?"

Hearing Xiao Yinruo's voice, Lu Jin'an's smile halted, was Master choosing to continue acting?

Thinking better, Lu Jin'an decided to drop the act, lest Master discern any flaw.

"Master, you don't have to keep acting." Lu Jin'an whispered in her ear: "Aunt Ruo has told me the situation."

His words hung, and Lu Jin'an instantly felt the slender body in his embrace stiffen. As he was about to tease Master further, a plaintive voice arose: "So, you mistook me for Wanyu and hugged me straight away?

Aunt likes being a Golden Canary you keep outside, but if you come to me without wanting Aunt, it isn't good for them or Aunt~"

Lu Jin'an's expression immediately froze.

Wasn't it Master in his arms?

He quickly grasped Xiao Yinruo's shoulders, stepping back slightly to gaze at Aunt Ruo with enticing peach blossom eyes, opened his mouth: "Is it really Aunt Ruo?"

Deep down, he was inclined to believe it; Master didn't know about Aunt Ruo being his Golden Canary, nor would Aunt Ruo disclose that to Master!

'Xiao Yinruo' touched Lu Jin'an's cheek, scolding softly: "Can't even recognize Aunt now? Clearly you met Aunt half a year ago, you're such a little rascal~"

Hearing Xiao Yinruo's voice, Lu Jin'an couldn't help but smile bitterly, and then sincerely apologized: "Aunt Ruo, I just wanted to tease Master earlier, didn't mean not to want you... But why didn't you tell me sooner?"

"If I didn't tell you, couldn't you tell?" Xiao Yinruo laughed softly: "Do Aunt and Wanyu look alike?"

Lu Jin'an shook his head, Xiao Yinruo chuckled lightly: "Then that's it, you assumed, that's why you didn't recognize Aunt…"

Saying this, she snuggled into Lu Jin'an's arms: "This time, Aunt as a mistress gets to beat the main wife in eating you first, it's actually quite interesting~"

Lu Jin'an smiled, lifting Xiao Yinruo in his arms: "Since Master isn't here."

Whilst speaking, he stepped towards Yunqi Palace.

Surely, whether Aunt Ruo is Master or not, the body would reveal it.

No matter how precise the act, the body's response cannot deceive.

For one cannot entirely become another!

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