The Arch-Enemy Must Not Become a Wife

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was shocked again. The renowned name of "Cyan Robe Spotless Fairy" had long circulated in the cultivation world; it was often mentioned alongside the Primordial Monarch Taixu.

However, she had been secluded for years, rarely appearing before others, and was extremely mysterious. Therefore, even if people wished to gossip, it was difficult to find anything other than her past deeds to discuss.

No one present had expected this fairy to quietly appear in this Grotto Heaven, acting intimately with Chu Xuan. They thought their seniority difference was significant, no?

More crucially, everyone knew that Spotless Fairy and the Celestial Evil Demon Venerable were mortal enemies, and she had once seriously injured the Celestial Evil.

Yet at this moment, Su Mengqing stood by Chu Xuan’s side, looking like she was protecting him. Was it possible that Chu Xuan was truly the reincarnation of the Celestial Evil?

Shangguan He hadn’t recognized this woman earlier. In front of Li Fanzhou, he was considered a junior and thus had respected the other from the beginning.

During the third righteous versus evil war years ago, Shangguan He was just a young cultivator striving within the sect and had never been to the frontlines, so he naturally didn’t know Su Mengqing.

Only now, upon seeing her demonstrate a cultivation level as high as the eighth realm, combined with her attire and her relation to Tianxu, did he immediately connect her to the name [Spotless Fairy].

One must say, Su Mengqing’s appearance deterred many cultivators who had been eager to act.

They thought there was only Li Fanzhou, a high-level cultivator, aiding Chu Xuan. Once the elder Shangguan removed him, wouldn’t Chu Xuan, just a mere fourth realm cultivator, be at their mercy?

Even if other Dao Palace cultivators resisted, they wouldn’t be their match.

Moreover, Shangguan He had said that the blood feud was on his family’s head. Even if Dao Palace sought revenge later, how could they come after them one by one?

But with Su Mengqing’s entrance, even demon cultivators became wary, as she was an ancestral figure of Tianxu, might Tianxu join the fray?

This was also why Su Mengqing deliberately revealed her identity before the battle; if she wanted a surprise attack, she could have joined midway and ruthlessly deceived the elder Shangguan.

Yet she understood these people were merely bullying the weak and fearing the strong. Only by intimidating them first could the losses be minimized.

The most nervous, surprised, and helpless now were, naturally, the people from Tianxu.

They hadn’t expected the illustrious Supreme Elder of their sect to be here. Wasn’t Chu Xuan truly a calamity-level individual?

He had only visited the sect once, and then directly led Su Mengqing out?

Some were secretly heartbroken. In their eyes, she ought to be an ethereal fairy, untouched by earthly smoke, how could she entangle with someone as romantic as Chu Xuan?

The white-haired elder leading Tianxu hesitated.

Truth be told, while Shangguan’s actions were somewhat treacherous, they solely targeted Chu Xuan, not intending to exterminate Dao Palace. Thus, it was challenging to weigh in.

After all, Shangguan’s family was so resolute, willing to destroy their righteous reputation, Chu Xuan likely was suspect; aiding the wicked would be unwise.

But now, their family elder had clearly stated she intended to protect Chu Xuan. Wouldn’t it be appropriate to step out?

"It turns out to be Su Zhenren. I am Shangguan Congrou, a mere insignificant junior before you, but today, for the family’s sake, I must seek some guidance from you, Senior."

That Taoist woman initially felt awkward, but observing the change in atmosphere, she promptly stepped out to face her.

Su Mengqing was a well-established top figure, and the gap between them was significant; Shangguan Congrou was uncertain deep down, but presumably, she could delay.

Shangguan He knew right away that Su Mengqing couldn’t be persuaded, especially after she deliberately used a painting to mock him earlier.

Thus, he did not look at her but instead solemnly gazed at the white-haired elder from Tianxu, cupped his hands, and said:

"Songxue Zhenren, I have long heard of your reputation. Today’s matter stems from a grudge between my family and the Celestial Evil Demon Venerable, and does not aim to involve innocent Dao Palace disciples."

"May I ask you to lead them away from here first? I promise to personally visit both parties later to offer an apology."

Everyone understood this was a strategy to dismantle their plans. Songxue Zhenren was a high-level seventh realm cultivator who could change the battle’s outcome.

These honorable words offered at this moment ensured no permanent animosity with Dao Palace and sent all the Tianxu people away—wasn’t it perfect?

The Dao Palace members, of course, were infuriated. Jiang Yiyi angrily said, "Dream on!"

Xu Yuanzhi also said gravely, "Outrageous bullying, do you think all of us Dao Palace disciples are cowards afraid of death?"

Led by Ye Xingming, the disciples all declared in unison, "Today, we wish to live and die alongside Senior Brother!"

Seeing this, Songxue Zhenren hesitantly glanced at the unperturbed Su Mengqing.

Su Mengqing ignored him, simply gazing at Chu Xuan.

Chu Xuan calmly cupped his hands to Li Fanzhou and said, "Grand Master Uncle, I agree to this. May I ask if you approve?"

At these words, outsiders were greatly surprised—was Chu Xuan seeking death?

Li Fanzhou nodded slightly; he hadn’t intended for others to act from the start, otherwise, he wouldn’t have sent them to Tianxu.