Chapter 788: Pretty Boy and Young Master
Gao Fei smiled slightly, "He is not human."
"Ah?" Shangguan Yunyue was taken aback, her face showing disbelief as she said, "How is that possible? I could see very clearly, it was a person."
"Take a closer look."
"Eh? This person across from us is a bit odd..."
"He is a residual soul."
"Ah! A residual soul, no wonder he looked a bit strange, but wait, isn't it wrong, residual souls are most afraid of harsh sunlight, the wind blowing, and the rain..."
"Hehe." Gao Fei grinned and laughed, "I've altered the rules of heaven and earth a bit to allow souls to survive."
"It's great to be the master of a world, being able to change the rules at will." Shangguan Yunyue said enviously, "If only I could have an independent world of my own."
"Don't worry, you'll have one sooner or later."
"Hope so."
Soon, Xuan Jizi arrived in front of Gao Fei and Shangguan Yunyue. Having not seen him for several days, Xuan Jizi's complexion was very good; his face was beaming, indicating he had lived comfortably these past few days.
"Let me introduce you," Gao Fei said with a smile, "His name is Xuan Jizi, currently the Grand Steward of the Happy Family... and this beautiful lady is Shangguan Yunyue, my woman."
"Hello." Xuan Jizi greeted Shangguan Yunyue politely.
"Are you really a residual soul?" Shangguan Yunyue exclaimed, "If Gao Fei hadn't pointed it out, I would never have recognized you as a residual soul."
"It's Gao Fei who has changed the rules here, allowing me to survive better," Xuan Jizi said with a smile, "I used to fear the sun the most, fear the wind, fear the rain, but now I'm not afraid at all. In fact, I've grown to like it. I lie on the mountain top every day, enjoying the sunlight, the breeze, and the raindrops. Over time, my soul became more resilient, and I even feel that if this continues, I might be able to condense a physical body."
"What? A Soul Body condensing into a physical one? How is that possible!" Shangguan Yunyue cried out in astonishment.
"It does sound implausible, but I do have that feeling," Xuan Jizi said, "Of course, it's just a feeling; whether it can be realized is still unknown."
"The dream is beautiful, reality is cruel, but I hope you can succeed," Shangguan Yunyue said.
After chatting for a while, Xuan Jizi left.
"This Xuan Jizi is no ordinary person," Shangguan Yunyue remarked, gazing in the direction Xuan Jizi had left, "He gives me a very mysterious feeling."
"You can rest assured, Xuan Jizi and I have known each other for many years; he is a good teacher and beneficial friend, and he's trustworthy," Gao Fei reassured her.
"Hmm, as long as you are sure about him."
Arm in arm, hand in hand, the two of them soared through the sky. The world of happiness was indeed vast; even after a whole day of flying, they still hadn't seen its limits.
"I'm a bit tired, let's stop for today. After I have healed my injuries, I will come to visit your happy world again," Shangguan Yunyue said. Her injuries had not fully healed, and flying all day had depleted much of her True Qi, making her feel very tired.
"Alright, as you wish," Gao Fei led Shangguan Yunyue into a palace, "This will be our resting place from now on. Choose a room, and it's best to pick a bigger one, with a larger bed too, so it's convenient for us to sleep together."
"What are you talking about!" Shangguan Yunyue's face flushed.
"I'm not talking nonsense," Gao Fei winked and said earnestly, "Don't you want to sleep with me?"
"It's getting more and more preposterous! I'm going to choose a room now!" Shangguan Yunyue quickened her pace and ran deeper into the palace.
Gao Fei smacked his lips and said, "We're already an old married couple, and yet you're still so shy, really..."
That very night, Gao Fei and Shangguan Yunyue stayed in the palace. It took them most of the night before they finally fell asleep in each other's arms. The explicit details are omitted here.
The next day, Shangguan Yunyue told Gao Fei, "I don't want to go out anymore."
"Ah?" Gao Fei was stunned.
"The Spiritual Energy here is abundant and it's very quiet, perfect for healing," Shangguan Yunyue explained. "That's why I don't want to go out anymore."
"Alright then, do as you please, I have no objections."
And so, Shangguan Yunyue stayed in the realm of happiness, healing during the day and contemplating Phoenix Dance to the Heavens at night. Occasionally, she would also chat with Xuan Jizi, leading quite a comfortable life.
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Gao Fei wasn't idle either. He cultivated while pondering over Phoenix Dance to the Heavens. In just a month, his Cultivation increased by a small level, advancing from the Eighth Layer of Unity of Heaven and Man to the Ninth Layer, just one step away from Great Perfection of Unity of Heaven and Man.
Just as Gao Fei was gearing up to redouble his efforts and strive to achieve the Great Perfection of Unity of Heaven and Man, he suddenly received an Imperial Decree from Emperor Liu Yifei, summoning him and He Hentian to rush to the imperial city immediately, as Liu Yifei had matters to discuss with them.
"It's definitely not good news," He Hentian huffed.
"Even if we know it's not good news, we still have to go," Gao Fei said with a wry smile. "No matter what, Liu Yifei is the Emperor, and we are under his jurisdiction."
"Damn it, what's Liu Yifei, anyway? He's just a dog by my grandfather's side. When my grandfather was around, he was extremely docile and didn't dare to mess around. Now that my grandfather is in the Minor Heavenly Realm, Liu Yifei has become bolder, not even considering me anymore. It's infuriating."
"Enough, complain a bit less," Gao Fei waved his hand. "Hurry up and pack, we're going to the imperial city."
He Hentian cursed as he left.
An hour later, the two of them left Heavenly Water City on a flying vessel, heading towards the imperial city.
"When we get to the imperial city, be polite to Liu Yifei. Don't provoke him further," Gao Fei said uneasily. "If you want to become Emperor in the future, you can't do it without Liu Yifei's help. If you offend him too much, he might take action against you."
"He wouldn't dare!" He Hentian glowered. "When my grandfather left, he made it very clear to him. Liu Yifei is only a transitional Emperor, and when I grow up, he has to cede the throne to me. If he reneges, my grandfather will never let him off."
"Your grandfather has gone to the Minor Heavenly Realm and, unless something unexpected happens, he's not likely to return in this lifetime," Gao Fei said irritably. "Even if your grandfather learns that Liu Yifei is scheming against you, there's nothing he can do about it."
"I..."
"Just bear with it. Great achievers don't get bogged down by trivialities! Throughout history, those who have ascended to high positions have all endured grievances and hardships. Our Ancestors have always said, 'To suffer the bitterness of bitterness is to become a superior person.'
"Alright, enough, I'll listen to you," He Hentian said vexedly. "Once I become the Emperor, I'll kill all those disobedient ones, starting with Dongfang Jian! Damn him, a pretty boy who rose to power through a woman, even daring to insult me? He's really asking for it!" Up until now, He Hentian still harbored a grudge against Dongfang Jian. Everyone has their bottom line, which, once crossed, results in rage.
Dongfang Jian hates others saying he climbed his way up by relying on a woman!
He Hentian hates others saying he got his position through being born in the right family!
Dongfang Jian insulted He Hentian, and He Hentian insulted Dongfang Jian in return. The feud between the two was set, and it was unlikely to be resolved in this lifetime.
In fact, the two are relatives. According to seniority, He Hentian even has to call Dongfang Jian 'Uncle'! Such is the heartlessness of the Emperor Family! Born into the Emperor Family, one can enjoy the world's finest luxuries, but familial affection becomes very weak.
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