CHAPTER 882: CHAPTER 879: A DOOMED ROMANCE WITH MASTER’S WIFE

"My Golden Core is showing signs of dissolving!" Si Youyou’s face was flushed, and although her voice was weak, her eyes shone with excitement.

Xu Wendong said, "Even if you sense the signs of transforming your Golden Core to a Nascent Soul, whether you can break through the barrier in the Kunlun Mountains Minor World remains unknown. Maybe you should try your luck in the mortal realm!"

Si Youyou replied, "No need. I’ve already felt the timing of the Sixty-Nine Heavenly Tribulation. Half a month from now, I will face the Sixty-Nine Heavenly Tribulation."

Xu Wendong was filled with astonishment.

He hadn’t expected that dual cultivation with Si Youyou would genuinely allow her to break through the barriers and become a powerhouse at the Nascent Soul Stage.

Am I that effective?

Si Youyou seemed to remember something and murmured, "You’re right, I should head to the mortal realm. Otherwise, there will be a disaster!"

As previously mentioned, ordinary cultivators in the Kunlun Mountains Minor World cannot transform their Golden Core to Nascent Soul. If word gets out about her transformation, it will surely shock the world.

It may even attract the attention of the Nine Great Dynasties.

At that point, she would have no explanation.

It’s not like she can say she found the breakthrough method through dual cultivation with Xu Wendong, can she?

If that’s really the case, the entire Sword Pavilion would become the laughingstock of the world.

After all, a master and disciple engaging in such things would be ridiculed.

Moreover, Xu Wendong would certainly face a united attack by the Nine Great Dynasties, as his presence already threatens their standing.

The best solution is to undergo the tribulation in the mortal realm. That way, even if someone questions, it can be said to be a fortuitous encounter in the mortal realm.

Xu Wendong said, "In that case, let’s part here then!"

Si Youyou nodded, a trace of inexplicable tension flashing in her eyes, along with a bit of anticipation: "Wendong, when we were together before, who did you think of me as?"

"Master?"

"Aunt?"

"Or your woman?"

Xu Wendong looked embarrassed, "Is there a difference?"

Si Youyou: "Isn’t there?"

"I don’t feel there’s much difference." Xu Wendong’s face betrayed no expression, but a trace of bitterness welled up in his heart, even if he appreciated his master’s unique charm.

But he couldn’t speak it out loud.

He didn’t know how to face this forbidden relationship!

"Master, the Sixty-Nine Heavenly Tribulation is fraught with danger. You must take care!" Xu Wendong said as he walked out of the cave, then a longsword appeared beneath his feet, and he soared into the sky towards the Jade Maiden Palace.

Watching Xu Wendong’s figure disappear into the depths of the sky, for some reason, Si Youyou felt an emptiness in her heart.

Because she knew.

From now on, the two were destined to have no more interactions.

Even if they met again.

Even if she really liked being with Xu Wendong.

But she couldn’t find a reason to break the chains of morality and do such things with him!

------

Dusk.

Xu Wendong arrived in front of a continuous mountain range.

Amidst the embracing mountains was a secluded valley, filled with colorful flowers, their fragrance choking with sweetness.

This was the Jade Maiden Palace, one of the Four Great Sects.

Jade Maiden Palace was shrouded in a faint mist all year round, as if a shy maiden gently veiled her face.

The spiritual energy in the mountains rose like a thin mist, ethereal and pervasive, lending a mysterious and auspicious atmosphere to this land.

The architecture of Jade Maiden Palace was timeworn and elegant, mainly in white and light green, as if carved from jade, blending with the surrounding environment.

Hanging above the palace gate was an ancient plaque, inscribed with the words "Jade Maiden Palace" in bold strokes, exuding an aura of transcendence from the mundane world.

Standing before the mountain gate, Xu Wendong’s voice rang out: "Junior Xu Wendong of the Elixir Sect, here to pay a visit!"

A sonorous voice echoed across the heavens and the earth.

Then came a resounding crane cry from within the valley.

The next moment.

Elder Ning Yin from the Jade Maiden Palace descended on a white crane, followed by a group of young disciples in white long skirts, fair and beautiful.

Without exception, every woman’s gaze at Xu Wendong was filled with a peculiar brilliance, with reverence, affection.

But most of all was yearning.

For there was no other reason.

Because they had long heard of Xu Wendong of the Elixir Sect, and dual cultivation with him could enhance one’s cultivation level and break through barriers.

Take those four senior sisters who had dual cultivated with him, for instance. Upon returning, they immediately chose to go into seclusion.

Seeing the passionate gazes of those Jade Maiden Palace disciples, Xu Wendong instinctively sensed an ominous premonition, as if surrounded by wolves.

Even though he considered himself quite the tough man.

He still felt a bit apprehensive facing so many eager gazes from the opposite sex.

Ning Yin smiled as she touched down: "Young Master Xu, coming here from afar is a blessing to our Jade Maiden Palace. Please, let us speak further inside!"

Xu Wendong politely replied, "After you, senior!"

Ning Yin acknowledged with a nod and led Xu Wendong into the valley.

Meanwhile, she also informed Xu Wendong about Zhongli, Zhu Qing, Yun Yao, and Jian You being in seclusion.

These were words Xu Wendong didn’t really catch, as he was captivated by the vibrant figures in the valley.

They moved gracefully like dancing willow fluff, wearing various colored long skirts. Each was breathtakingly beautiful, whether pure and charming, alluringly seductive, cold and noble, or adorably petite.

At that moment, those figures were whispering in the distance, giving Xu Wendong the illusion that he’d walked into the Kingdom of Women.

Truly dazzling and overwhelming!

"It seems Young Master Xu really likes our Jade Maiden Palace!" Ning Yin’s face bore a subtly suggestive smile.

Xu Wendong snapped back to reality and smiled, "I suspect any man would like it here."

He didn’t hide his inner thoughts since he always maintained his playboy image.

Ning Yin nodded in agreement, "In all the Nine Provinces, the most enchanting place is our Jade Maiden Palace, for we have over five thousand beauties, each a paragon of grace and charm."

"Indeed!" Xu Wendong did not refute Ning Yin’s words, as the disciples he saw truly all bore such celestial beauty.

Ning Yin suddenly asked, "Isn’t Young Master Xu curious why our Jade Maiden Palace can endure and thrive here?"

"Why?"

Xu Wendong was filled with curiosity.

He was genuinely curious about the existence of the Jade Maiden Palace, as their overall strength wasn’t formidable, and all within were young, beautiful women.

Bluntly speaking, such a force would likely be eyed by powerful figures, who might make them their playthings.

But the opposite was true.

Jade Maiden Palace wasn’t targeted at all; it even thrived, which indeed was baffling.

Ning Yin’s lips curved upwards with pride, "It’s because our Jade Maiden Palace has the only Earth-level formation in the Nine Provinces, the Nine Heavens Thunder Formation!"

Xu Wendong looked around curiously, his eyes full of bewilderment. Why hadn’t he felt any formation waves?