Published: March 3, 2025
Chapter 494: Cultivation Plan (Seeking Subscription, Seeking Monthly Tickets!)
Lost in thought, Liu Yu had already walked the short distance to the cave dwelling.
"Eh?"
Looking at the open cave formation, a hint of surprise flashed in Liu Yu's eyes.
If he remembered correctly, the cave formation was supposed to be closed before he left. Why was it open now?
Aside from himself, the only ones who could open the formation at the cave's entrance were Jiang Qiushui and Ji Ruyan, who were still busy wrapping up the ceremony. So who opened the formation, and who was inside?
As he approached the door, a faint scent of orchids suddenly wafted into his nose.
"Is it her?!"
Liu Yu's heart stirred. Without needing to scan with his spiritual consciousness, he already knew the identity of the person inside.
This faint orchid scent was somewhat familiar, carrying a unique aroma he had encountered before.
Recognizing it again now, he instinctively understood.
For some reason, Liu Yu suddenly recalled Elder Yan's mysterious words when she left, as well as Jiang Qiushui and Ji Ruyan's odd attitudes.
The doubts in his heart were instantly resolved.
"Creek."
As expected, the moment Liu Yu opened the door, he saw the figure of a female cultivator.
She was dressed in a plain, fitted daoist robe, without any complicated embellishments or exquisite embroidery.
However, the noble and dignified aura she exuded could not be concealed by the simplicity of her robe.
Due to the robe being “too fitted,” her curvaceous figure became even more pronounced against its backdrop.
Even from a distance of several steps, one could feel the weight of her presence.
Her long black hair was pinned up with a deep red hairpin, revealing her exquisite features in stark contrast of black and white.
With light eyeshadow, curved eyelashes, and a regal demeanor, along with her smooth, fair skin and lips painted in a stunning shade of red, it was clear to any man that she was a rare beauty!
Graceful and dignified, matured yet with a touch of charm, the white robe wrapped around her delicate body revealed her identity as a female cultivator, but there was an unusual feeling about her at this moment.
This woman was Yan Hongyu.
Since Liu Yu had not intentionally concealed his presence, she had naturally sensed it long before and hurriedly stood up the moment the door opened.
"Dingling!"
The silver accessories in her hair clashed, producing a pleasant sound.
"Greetings, Elder Qingyang!"
Yan Hongyu hurriedly bowed, a blush already appearing on her fair and elegant face.
She seemed still unaccustomed to the shift in their identities, and her demeanor was quite restrained; thus, she did not introduce herself during the greeting.
A regular disciple from decades ago had suddenly transformed into a sect elder?!
Moreover, due to a failure in core formation, she had no further potential, yet the ancestor had actually made her a concubine?
"No need for such formalities."
"Senior Sister Hongyu, we have known each other for decades; there's no need to be so polite."
Liu Yu casually walked to the other side of the table, poured himself a cup of spiritual tea, and smiled lightly.
"Yes."
Yan Hongyu replied, then lowered her head and sat down in silence, her expression fluctuating as she faced the table.
At this moment, she had completely lost the wise and brilliant demeanor she used to have.
Instead, due to a series of setbacks, her expression looking dejected and lacking enthusiasm, even showing a hint of fragility.
This hint of fragility was just right, adding a touch of feminine softness that, combined with her dignified and mature aura, made her even more attractive to the opposite sex.
"Not bad."
Liu Yu observed her appreciatively, nodding silently in his heart.
When he accepted the magical treasure "Golden Jade Ring," he understood Elder Yan's intentions and had no thoughts of refusal.
At this moment, presenting him with a defensive magical treasure indeed struck at his soft spot.
Moreover, Yan Hongyu's appearance and figure genuinely aligned with his aesthetic standards.