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Chapter 288: Covenant of Eternal Life
Chapter 288: Covenant of Eternal Life
As the year drew to a close, winter snow fell softly.
Inside the pavilion, Gu An was pouring tea for Ye Lan, who was recounting her experiences at the branch sect. Over the years, Ye Lan had grown into a formidable cultivator, exuding the aura of a high-level practitioner, which only grew stronger with each passing day. This transformation made Gu An find her even more captivating.
The young girl who used to follow him around, always clinging to his side, had now become a figure of authority, commanding the respect of thousands. This realization filled Gu An with a mix of awe and pride.
Her tales of power struggles at the branch sect were filled with triumphs, thanks in part to the support of Lu Baitian. Overall, her journey had been smooth and successful.
After sharing her experiences, she turned to Gu An and asked how he had been faring in recent years.
"Planting herbs, playing chess, and teasing the disciples from time to time—it’s a peaceful life," Gu An replied with a smile, looking at Ye Lan.
Ye Lan raised an eyebrow and asked, "Who is the girl downstairs?"
You were dying to ask, weren’t you? Gu An thought to himself but said, "Her background is complicated. I’ll only tell you, and you mustn’t tell anyone else!"
The pavilion was warded to prevent lower-level cultivators from eavesdropping, so Gu An wasn’t worried about Ji Xiaoyu overhearing their conversation.
Ye Lan nodded without expression.
Gu An took a deep breath and said, "Her name is Ji Xiaoyu. You understand, right?"
Ye Lan frowned and asked, "But didn’t Ji Xiaoyu already pass away?"
Ji Xiaoyu had once been a renowned genius, her death causing much discussion within the TaiXuan Sect. Ye Lan had also heard about it.
"She did die, but she was reborn..." Gu An shared the information he had learned from the Five Elements Thief, his face filled with a sense of wonder.
Ye Lan was equally astonished. The world held many wonders, but Ji Xiaoyu’s story was beyond her comprehension, challenging her understanding of the world.
Gu An cautiously said, "Sister, we can’t let this secret out. It could bring us great trouble. Involving the cycle of rebirth, any enemies we attract will be powerful. Tai Xuan Sect would either submit or be destroyed in their presence."
Ye Lan nodded, echoing his sentiments, "I admit, I was jealous of her earlier. Now, I’m no longer jealous. The gap between her and us is too vast. Not to mention if she truly has feelings for you, Brother. Even if she does, I believe it’s a good thing. You’ve always said you have average talent, and your connection with the elder has been severed. You should cherish her; perhaps she can change your fate."
Her expression was serious as she spoke.
Gu An was moved by her sincerity.
Perhaps due to his past life, Gu An believed no one could be entirely selfless, even in love, it was driven by personal needs.
He had rejected Ye Lan many times, but she remained steadfast. He didn’t want her to suffer, so he always supported her, and he was also touched by her dedication. Ye Lan had secured an unreplaceable place in his heart.
However, he hadn’t expected Ye Lan to be so concerned about his future, hoping he would pursue another woman.
This silly girl...
Gu An gave Ye Lan a stern look and said, "Cherish what? I have no such relationship with her. At most, we are fellow cultivators. And she has no romantic feelings, only the path of immortality."
This was the truth; he could sense Ji Xiaoyu’s aspirations.
Whether in her past life or this one, Ji Xiaoyu was never one to be swayed by romance, otherwise, she wouldn’t have resisted the arranged marriage in her previous life.
Ye Lan shot Gu An a glance and said, "Brother, a woman living in your pavilion with such a significant background, how could she not have feelings for you? Even if you can’t truly win her heart, building a better relationship with her would still be good for you."
Though she had reached the level of a Deity, she still felt her path to immortality had reached its end. She no longer dared to dream of eternal life, but she hoped Gu An could have this opportunity.
She couldn’t explain the reason, but she simply wished Gu An could have a better life, and she believed he deserved it.
From a young age, she always felt that her senior brother deserved all the good fortune in the world. Even when Gu An rejected her, she didn't feel angry. Why should he have to follow her wishes just because she liked him?
"Never mind, Senior Brother. I prefer a stable life. If she's willing to stay in the Third Medicine Valley, I won't mistreat her. If she wants to leave, I won't try to stop her. We belong to different worlds, and we shouldn't hold each other back," Gu An said, shaking his head.
This was what he truly felt.
His goal was immortality, not marriage or children.
Ye Lan blinked, unsure whether to be happy or sigh.
"Senior Brother, if you can't achieve immortality in this life, would you accept me then?" Ye Lan asked.
Gu An thought for a moment and replied, "If neither of us achieves immortality, let's live a mortal life together in our final hundred years. Mortals only have a hundred years to live. Before then, we should strive for the path of immortality. There's always a chance, right? Although I seek stability, I haven't given up on cultivation."
Ye Lan's face lit up with a smile. She gazed at Gu An, her eyes filled with adoration. "Senior Brother, hearing you say that, I suddenly don't find the limit of our lifespan so terrifying anymore."
Gu An raised his hand and ruffled her hair, messing it up. She pouted, but he stopped after a moment.
Then, Ye Lan brought up the Great Cold Demon Sect.
She learned a lot about the Great ColdDemon Sect, which made her very worried.
She feared the continent couldn't survive this calamity, so she came back early to see Gu An, not wanting to have any regrets.
Of course, she still harbored hope, and that hope was Dao Sword Venerable.
This was also why most TaiXuan Sect disciples weren't panicking. Over the years, Dao Sword Venerable's protection gave them the confidence to face any calamity and the hope for a solution.
As long as Dao Sword Venerable didn't abandon them or lose, they would surely overcome the calamity.
In the end, Gu An invited Ye Lan to stay, and she naturally didn't refuse.
When night fell, Gu An took Ye Lan for a walk around the valley and even watched others play chess.
He also called Yang Jian to greet Ye Lan.
Yang Jian was very respectful, sensing that his master treated Ye Lan differently. There must be a deeper meaning to why his master called him.
Could it be that she's not his aunt, but his wife?
The thought made Yang Jian smile. Suddenly, he found his master more down-to-earth and human.
That night, Ye Lan stayed in the Third Medicine Valley, in Gu An's room. Gu An read books, and she practiced her breathing techniques.
When it was late at night, Ye Lan opened her eyes and saw Gu An still reading. The candlelight illuminated his face, and she smiled happily.
It was just fine like this.
Ye Lan watched Gu An for a while, then closed her eyes.
As dawn approached, things changed.
"Senior Brother, you must be tired. Let me massage your shoulders."
"Why would I be tired? You're the one who's been cultivating all along."
"It's fine, my cultivation level is high, so I'm not tired."
"Massaging shoulders?"
"I'm checking your body, making sure you don't develop any problems."
"Wait, no more touching below!"
"Senior Brother! How could a junior sister have such intentions? I have a unique technique that can nourish your qi and blood."
"No, not there..."
...
In the early morning, Gu An walked down the stairs with a complicated expression, while Ye Lan followed behind, her face beaming.
Ji Xiaoyu walked out of the room, glanced at the two, and frowned slightly.
After descending the stairs, Gu An introduced the two women to each other, but they didn't chat much. Ye Lan followed Gu An to practice.
Ji Xiaoyu stayed where she was, watching for a while, then her frown relaxed.
Ye Lan planned to leave after the Spring Festival. Gu An would take her with him when he went to the outer city and Xuan Valley, but not to Tianya Valley or other places. She didn't ask much, feeling that her senior brother having secrets was a good thing, indicating he had a hidden identity.
She naturally hoped her senior brother would be more powerful.
Third update!
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