The Arch-Enemy Must Not Become a Wife

"By the way, there’s something else," Qingqing hesitated, "Do you remember when we escaped from the Demon Sect, and the Silver Flower Granny suddenly showed up?"

"Later on, my mother told me that she could use the Secret Technique to locate me through the demon fetus."

Chu Xuan asked in surprise, "Why didn’t the demon dragon find you this time?"

Qingqing shook her head, "Indeed, there is mutual sensing between the demon dragon and me, but it must be within a certain range."

"The principle of the Secret Technique my mother used is unclear; it seems to rely on the Immortal Artifact [Li An Bao Lun] from the sect. Whether it’s the demon fetus or the demon dragon, they’re essentially just mediums."

"Anyway, if my mother wants to find me, there’s still a way."

"If you continue to stay with me, there’s a risk of exposing my location to her..."

Qingqing genuinely didn’t want to be separated from Chu Xuan again, but she didn’t want to deceive him; she had to explain any hidden risks upfront to avoid misunderstandings in the future.

Chu Xuan nodded thoughtfully.

Qingqing, with determination, said, "There’s another hidden danger. Although when we have physical contact, I’m passively protected by that force on you, my mother said that once we separate, my destiny will be calculable."

"I’ve considered this issue long ago; some special magical treasures can disrupt destiny. However, they’re generally very precious. Should we take a trip to the Demon Sect first? Our sect has one or two of such treasures."

Chu Xuan smiled and shook his head, "That was before; things are different now. As long as you don’t stray too far from me, you can still receive protection."

Ever since Chu Xuan broke through to the fourth realm, he could further unleash the power of the Six Souls Banner. This is also one of its subtle marvels.

"As for your mother, you’ve mentioned she wants to recruit me, so she shouldn’t act rashly."

"Furthermore, I suspect her claim. Even with the help of [Li An Bao Lun], it shouldn’t be able to breach the Six Souls Banner’s barrier, whether she’s calculating your position or mine; the essence is the same."

"At that time, she probably had the Secret Technique running continuously for a whole day, barely seizing a brief moment when we were separated, to calculate your position and send someone after us."

Qingqing was stunned, "You mean to say she’s deceiving me? To make me believe everything’s under her control?"

Chu Xuan nodded with a smile, "It’s not really a deception, just a deliberate understatement."

"Probably she let you go this time for that reason; she still thinks she can find us using old methods, not fearing me taking you away."

"However, she underestimates me; as my power constantly grows, the Six Souls Banner’s might will only become stronger day by day."

Qingqing sighed in relief but felt even more annoyed; she said defiantly, "I won’t go back again."

Chu Xuan patted her head, his tone relaxed, "You really~ let’s see if you can do that."

Next, he pointed out a direction, leading the beauty’s head towards the mortal Capital City.

...

In the Southern Territory, deep within the Hundred Thousand Mountains, lies one of the thirty-six Grotto Heavens, the "True Heaven of Zhu Mingyao," where the sacred territory of the demon race, [Wa Huang Palace], is located.

Upon entering the Grotto Heaven, one can see from afar a majestic ancient palace nestled among the lush mountains, embedded in the cliffs.

This palace was built against the steep cliffs of a solitary mountain, carved into perilous locations, its structure soaring into the void, standing suspended, with carved beams and painted rafters, tiered eaves and brackets, giving an overall sense of ancient sanctity.

The palace, built according to the mountain’s terrain, is divided into four levels: the first level is the Worship Hall, the second the Pure Void Hall, the third the Creation Hall, and the fourth the Heaven Replenishing Hall.

At the moment, in the Heaven Replenishing Hall at the highest level, two Guardians of Wa Huang Palace are reporting their findings to the Demon Saint.

The hall floor is made of bluestone, the steps of white jade. At the corners, there are four giant pillars like turtle feet. The walls and ceiling are adorned with colorful murals of Goddess Nüwa melting five-colored stones to repair the heavens, which seem slightly faded, having existed for countless years.

A vermilion Immortal Seat is set at the top of the hall, intricately carved, depicting the image of the devouring fire and the birds rallying towards the phoenix.

Seated high upon it is a mysterious woman, her figure hidden behind layers of pearl and jade curtains, only a glimpse of her fiery red gown visible.

At this moment, she listens with interest, especially when hearing about one woman after another taking their fate with Chu Xuan, she smiles without speaking.

Suddenly, she stretches out a slender hand from the curtains, white and smooth as jade.

The sparrow originally perched on the shoulders of two little girls immediately fluttered over to rest on her finger, affectionately pecking at her fingertip.

With a hint of a smile, the mysterious woman said, "What was his reaction upon seeing the sparrow?"

The two Guardians replied in unison, "He seemed momentarily dazed."

The woman nodded, "It appears he has indeed recovered some memories."

"Now that his identity has been exposed, he’s likely facing some headaches, but he’ll come to find me, sooner or later," she said confidently.

This person is none other than the famous Demon Saint of the demon race, honored as [Nanli Fire Phoenix].

Could the Celestial Evil Demon Venerable have been acquainted with this master before? The two in the hall exchanged glances, finally understanding a bit about why the "Phoenix Feather" was given as a congratulatory gift back then.

...

Outside, as time passed, the matter of the Celestial Evil Demon Venerable reappearing in the world gradually spread.

Though there were various opinions from all sides, it was heard that Chu Xuan disappeared directly upon leaving the Grotto Heaven, never returning to the Cyan Lotus Daoist Palace.