Unrivaled Miracle Doctor: The God-Defying Demonic Consort

’Currently unknown.’ Mu Qingge also replied through sound transmission.

Xi Qianxue certainly didn’t know she was being hunted by the Divine Hall; otherwise, there wouldn’t have been no news for several years. In this regard, Mu Qingge had considerable trust in Xi Qianxue.

Her response made Xi Qianxue bite her lip, her brows slightly furrowed, and her eyes filled with some worry.

Seeing her expression, Mu Qingge raised an eyebrow and transmitted: ’What are you worried about?’

Xi Qianxue looked up at her, the worry in her eyes openly apparent, ’Years ago, I returned from the Ancient Battlefield, during a moment of lost focus in cultivation, I was coincidentally encountered by my mentor. He seemed to notice the emotions in my heart, so he questioned whether I had developed mortal feelings. However, I denied it promptly at that time. Although he didn’t pursue the matter further, I felt he wasn’t fully convinced.’

Mu Qingge squinted her eyes slightly, listening to Xi Qianxue’s words.

Four years ago, beside the Ruishui River, Wei Molili spoke half-understood words, and she only guessed a vague outline. Today, she finally learned the course of events from Xi Qianxue.

’Later, I discovered that my mentor was secretly investigating who I was close to during that period and gradually fixed his gaze on Wei Molili. One day, my mentor came to see me at my retreat and questioned if I had feelings for Wei Molili. Seeing that he was still entangled in this matter and fearing he would trace it back to you, implicating you, I didn’t respond. Yet, I made my stance clear, that I wouldn’t indulge in worldly passions in this life and would solely focus on the Dao. However, he left angrily and confined me. Sensing something was amiss, I secretly dispatched my confidant to inform Wei Molili, who replied that you saved his life once, and he was willing to shoulder this danger for you,’ Xi Qianxue explained.

It was only until then that Mu Qingge fully understood these events.

’You came to the Central Continent for the Divine Tomb, yet your mentor suddenly summoned you alone. I’m worried he might have discovered something.’ Xi Qianxue expressed her concern.

Mu Qingge inwardly sneered.

Of course, she knew the Divine Venerable summoned her not for Xi Qianxue but for the Heaven-Burning Furnace.

However, she didn’t want Xi Qianxue to know this yet, to avoid involving her. So she merely comforted, ’Don’t worry; the Divine Venerable called me, probably not because of this. Besides, even if he knows, what if he got the wrong person? I’m a woman; does he think something could happen between you and me?’

Unexpectedly, her words made Xi Qianxue’s cheeks swiftly blush crimson.

The pure and transcendent features suddenly showed a shy expression, which made Mu Qingge astonished, wondering if she had said something wrong.

’It’s good if it’s not,’ Xi Qianxue’s eyes showed some panic as she tried to conceal her heartbeat.

She led Mu Qingge off the floating bridge and onto Lake Heart Island.

She introduced to Mu Qingge, "Here is where my mentor cultivates. It’s difficult for an ordinary person to enter. Being summoned here by him shows how much he values you."

Values her?

Mu Qingge raised an eyebrow; he must value her Heaven-Burning Furnace instead.

"Do you see that spire?" Xi Qianxue suddenly said.

Mu Qingge looked up; wasn’t that soaring spire the same one visible from the outside?

"From there, one can receive orders from the Divine Demon Continent, mostly from the Divine Clan. Naturally, the order to pursue a genius of the Mu surname came from there as well," Xi Qianxue said with a smile.

If not for that event, probably many connections wouldn’t have formed later between her and Mu Qingge.

And as for that affair, Mu Qingge knew early on it was Mu Tianyin’s doing. And Mu Tianyin... the image of that person surfaced again in her mind, causing Mu Qingge’s aura to cool slightly.

"What’s wrong?" Noticing the sudden coldness beside her, Xi Qianxue quickly asked.

Mu Qingge slowly shook her head, indicating she was fine.

Entering the palace on Lake Heart Island, Xi Qianxue no longer spoke to Mu Qingge, reverting to the aloofness of a Goddess. She walked slightly ahead, while Mu Qingge lagged a bit behind.

Following the carpet laid on the floor, stepping into the sacred palace, Mu Qingge saw a figure seated on the throne.

The person wore a silver robe, adorned with golden embroidery, looking extremely luxurious, sacred, and noble. His silver hair was pure without a hint of other tones.

However, his features appeared quite young, and he could be considered handsome.

’So young!’ Mu Qingge marveled in her heart.

But her intel informed her that the Divine Venerable of this generation in the Divine Hall was already a thousand years old.

"Qianxue pays respect to Master!" Xi Qianxue stood beneath the divine seat, bowing respectfully.

Mu Qingge, however, did not move, merely standing slightly behind her, looking at the Divine Venerable with clear and penetrating eyes. It wasn’t arrogance that made her proud but because the contention between her and the Divine Hall had long been clandestinely fierce, both sides were well aware; why feign courtesy?

Her silence made the Divine Venerable’s gaze shift from Xi Qianxue to her.

At first glance, Mu Qingge felt a deeply veiled aggression in the Divine Venerable’s eyes. This blatant scrutiny greatly displeased her.

She frowned slightly.

At this point, the Divine Venerable seemed to reserve himself somewhat, speaking, "City Lord Mu?"

Mu Qingge nodded lightly; when Xi Qianxue turned her gaze over, worried about her reaction, she smiled, "Mu Qingge greets the Divine Venerable."

The Divine Venerable’s eyes narrowed, the gaze shifting back and forth between Xi Qianxue and Mu Qingge, hiding some subtle thoughts unknown to others.

"I’ve long heard that City Lord Mu has achieved extraordinary accomplishments at a young age. Today, I’ve finally met you," the Divine Venerable remarked with a sense of implication.

However, he didn’t continue but turned to look at Xi Qianxue, showing a gentle gaze, "Qianxue, I didn’t expect you two to meet."

Xi Qianxue lowered her head to explain, "Replying to Master, I encountered City Lord Mu on the floating bridge. Knowing she was also coming to pay respects to you, I offered to lead the way."

The Divine Venerable nodded almost imperceptibly, descending slowly from the divine seat, first stopping before Xi Qianxue. "You came today to greet your master?"

"Yes." Xi Qianxue said.

Mu Qingge noticed that whenever Xi Qianxue spoke to the Divine Venerable, she kept her head lowered, seemingly deliberately avoiding his gaze. As for the Divine Venerable? His gaze towards Xi Qianxue was filled with elder-like concern, yet she felt there was something peculiar about it.

"How is your cultivation recently? Have you encountered any difficulties that require my explanation?" the Divine Venerable asked.

"No." Xi Qianxue replied.

The Divine Venerable insisted, "The path of cultivation often brings abrupt heart demons. Your recent cultivation has precisely reached a checkpoint... So, tonight, wait for me in your room, and I will act as your protector."

Xi Qianxue suddenly raised her head, looking at the Divine Venerable in shock. She refused, "No need to trouble you, Master. These days, my cultivation has been quite smooth and I have not encountered any obstacles. Moreover, Master needs rest at night; if you come to worry about me, I would feel guilty."

’What is Xi Qianxue afraid of?’ Mu Qingge found it strange. At the same time, she found it odd that the Divine Venerable would run to a girl’s room in the dead of night to provide cultivation guidance. It sounded awkward no matter how you thought about it!

And Xi Qianxue’s refusal was quite intriguing.

It seemed she was very afraid of being alone with her Master.

Mu Qingge’s gaze subtly flowed as she speculated about the relationship between Xi Qianxue and the Divine Venerable. Or rather, it was the Divine Venerable’s overly caring attitude towards Xi Qianxue.

"Since that’s the case, then focus on your cultivation. Strive to climb another level before entering the Divine Tomb," the Divine Venerable said to Xi Qianxue.

Xi Qianxue let out a sigh of relief and said, "Yes, Master."

"Hmm." The Divine Venerable nodded. His peripheral vision swept towards Mu Qingge, and he said to Xi Qianxue, "Since you’ve paid your respects, you may leave. I have matters to discuss with the City Lord. Cultivate well, and don’t disappoint me."

Xi Qianxue’s heart skipped a beat, leaving Mu Qingge alone here made her uneasy. She secretly glanced at Mu Qingge, only to see her subtly nod towards herself, and then she lowered her gaze saying, "Yes, Master."

Xi Qianxue retreated, leaving only Mu Qingge and the Divine Venerable in the hall.

Once Xi Qianxue’s figure completely disappeared, the Divine Venerable’s eyes lost their amiable light, growing sharp and astute. He looked at Mu Qingge, and his gaze was now more blatant, no longer concealing.

Under his gaze, Mu Qingge’s features gradually grew stern. Her lips curved slightly, and she spoke, "I wonder why the Divine Venerable invited me here?"

Speaking of business, the peculiar aggressiveness in the Divine Venerable’s eyes receded a bit. He smiled faintly, returned to the divine seat and sat down. He flicked his wide sleeve and said to Mu Qingge, "Lord Mu, you are here for a reason today, which I’m sure you understand well. Since you are a wise person, why do foolish things?"

Mu Qingge’s eyes narrowed playfully, her eyebrows raised as she asked, "Oh? Foolish things? I’m not sure what the Divine Venerable refers to."

The Divine Venerable’s eyes flashed a sharp light, his smile laced with coldness. "Does Lord Mu really want me to spell everything out? The reason for inviting you today is to tell you that you and the Divine Hall have not yet reached that final step. If you persist in your delusions, the ultimate outcome will be death, and all your hard-earned achievements will turn to dust. In a few years, no one in the Middle Ancient Realm will remember Mu Qingge. Even ... in Linchuan Realm, no one will remember the little lord of Mu Mansion."

Mu Qingge’s eyes suddenly contracted, her features sternly looking at the Divine Venerable.

At this moment, the smile on the Divine Venerable’s face made her quite repulsed, wanting to tear apart his hypocritical facade.

"Oh? It seems you are merely a bit displeased with my words rather than surprised," the Divine Venerable remarked playfully.

Mu Qingge sneered, "The mighty Divine Hall, if they couldn’t uncover my details in a few years, wouldn’t that be too incompetent?" The Divine Hall trying to deal with her must have investigated all her affairs thoroughly over these years, this she had already anticipated.

However, from the Divine Venerable’s words, it seemed that the Divine Hall only uncovered the affairs of Mu Mansion in Linchuan Qin Country, but not the matters of the Mu Clan. Was it because they didn’t know the background of the Mu Clan, thus finding and not caring, or did he simply not know what the Mu Clan represented?

Mu Qingge’s words made the Divine Venerable squint and smile. He arrogantly said, "Hence, you should know how foolish it is to oppose the Divine Hall on this continent."

"Foolish?" Mu Qingge mocked.

The Divine Venerable nodded slowly. "You should have been the brightest among the younger generation in the Middle Ancient Realm and the Linchuan Realm. And now, you are constantly wary of assassination, why bother? Rather, I will show you a clear path."

"Please enlighten me." Mu Qingge’s smile carried a hint of sarcasm.

The Divine Venerable seemed not to see her sardonic expression, or perhaps even if he did, he was completely indifferent, continuing, "Hand over what I want, and I will grant you protection from the Divine Hall, allowing you to gain great powers in the Middle Ancient Realm, and be revered by all. Even if you enter the Divine Demon Continent in the future, I can introduce you, paving a good path for you."

"Sounds quite cost-effective." Mu Qingge’s smile remained unchanged, making it hard for anyone to guess her thoughts.

Thinking she was moved, the Divine Venerable added, "That item initially doesn’t belong to you. Keeping it is a source of calamity. Turning it over benefits everyone, why not do so? Hand over the item and submit to the Divine Hall, and you can avoid death, even enjoying many powers that countless desire."

"What if I refuse?" Mu Qingge smiled.

"Refuse?" The Divine Venerable’s eyes narrowed, his smile slowly fading away, replaced by cold indifference. "What chips do you have? Your mysterious and powerful fiancé? Or the Alchemy Institute? Whether the former or the latter, they are mere ants in the face of the Divine Hall. Today, I’m giving you a chance, if you don’t cherish it, don’t blame me for being ruthless."

"So?" The playful smile on Mu Qingge’s lips grew more pronounced.

The aura around the Divine Venerable turned colder as he slowly stood up from the divine seat, looking down at Mu Qingge coldly and mercilessly. "Life or death, the choice is yours."

Mu Qingge laughed, her laughter bold and carefree. "Between life and death, I naturally choose life."

The Divine Venerable laughed.

Yet, before his smile reached its peak, it froze due to Mu Qingge’s subsequent words.

"But, my possession, no one will take away. To destroy me, one must be ready to be annihilated. The Divine Hall is no exception."

A fierce and terrifying killing intent surged toward Mu Qingge.

In the sacred and luminous hall, the aura suddenly turned icy.

When the killing intent from the Divine Venerable swept towards Mu Qingge, flames suddenly ignited upon her, blazing flames that burned those invisible blades formed by killing intent. In the blink of an eye, it destroyed the Divine Venerable’s killer move.

The flames receded and formed into an exquisitely beautiful armor on Mu Qingge.