The Lord God is kneeling on the washboard again

Chapter 169 Goodbye An Lingyan

At this time, Xing Xuanli had already arrived at Qingfeng Gate.

In front of the mountain gate, a gentle breeze blew, and clouds and mist swirled. She looked up and saw the tall gate tower was solemn and majestic, exuding a mysterious atmosphere.

When the mountain-guarding disciples saw Xing Xuanli, they hurriedly bowed respectfully and said, "Palace Master Xing, thank you for your presence. We are sorry for not coming to greet you."

Xing Xuanli nodded slightly, her expression calm: "Take me to see your sect leader."

The disciple did not dare to neglect and led the way. Along the way, Xing Xuanli observed the surrounding environment and secretly pondered the purpose of An Lingke's invitation to her.

Finally arriving at the reception room, An Lingke was already waiting there. Seeing Xing Xuanli, he smiled warmly, "Palace Master Xing, how are you?"

Xing Xuanli smiled back, "Master Anling, I wonder why you invited me here today?"

An Lingke's expression straightened. He said, "Palace Master Xing, I've invited you here to discuss an important matter. Some time ago, our disciples discovered a mysterious treasure in a secret realm. However, this treasure seems to be under a powerful restriction, and we are unable to explore its secrets. I've heard that the Sun and Moon Palace has unique skills that may be able to solve the mystery of this treasure, so I'm asking for your help."

Xing Xuanli frowned slightly, and after thinking for a moment, she said, "Master Anling, you know that although my Sun Moon Palace has some unique methods, I can't guarantee that they can be of any use to this unknown treasure."

An Lingke quickly said, "Palace Master Xing is too modest. Your abilities are obvious to all in the martial arts world. If you are willing to give it a try, the entire Qingfeng Sect will be deeply grateful."

Xing Xuanli nodded gently: "Since Sect Master An trusts you so much, then I will take a look at this treasure first."

An Lingke was overjoyed: "That's great! Come, present the treasure."

After a while, a disciple walked in cautiously holding a brocade box.

When An Lingyan heard that Xing Xuanli was coming, she was as happy as a child.

She trotted along, her skirt fluttering in the wind, her face filled with irrepressible joy and her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Sister Xing, Sister Xing!" she called out happily, her voice clear and pleasant.

When others saw her like this, they couldn't help laughing.

An Lingyan couldn't care less about these things. Her mind and eyes were filled with Xing Xuanli's arrival.

When she finally saw Xing Xuanli, she rushed over and grabbed her hand, "Sister Xing, you're finally here! I've been looking forward to seeing you for so long!"

Xing Xuanli smiled and asked, "Yan'er, I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you doing these days?"

An Lingyan heard Xing Xuanli's concerned question and a bright smile spread across her face. She said, "Sister Xing, everything is fine with me. I practice martial arts and enjoy the flowers every day. I'm quite content. But I've been looking forward to seeing you again."

Xing Xuanli gently tapped An Lingyan's forehead and said, "Girl, you are still so sweet."

An Lingyan took Xing Xuanli's arm and said coquettishly, "Sister, I am speaking from the heart. When you were away, I always felt like something was missing."

Xing Xuanli's eyes were full of tenderness, "Yan'er is thoughtful. Seeing that you are so well, I am relieved."

An Lingyan tilted her head and blinked her bright eyes, "Sister, you must stay longer this time so that Yan'er can accompany you."

Xing Xuanli refused and said, "Sister Yan'er, you're welcome, but I have something else to do at home, so I can't stay any longer."

The smile on An Lingyan's face froze instantly, and she was filled with disappointment: "Sister Xing, are you leaving in such a hurry? I was hoping to spend more time with you."

Xing Xuanli patted An Lingyan's hand gently and said apologetically, "Don't blame me, sister. The matter in the mansion is indeed urgent and cannot be delayed."

An Lingyan bit her lip, tears welling in her eyes. "Then sister, be careful on your journey. Be sure to come and visit me often in the future."

Xing Xuanli nodded and replied: "Good sister, don't worry, I will."

Xing Xuanli and An Lingke bowed and said goodbye, "Thank you, Master An Ling, for your hospitality."

An Lingke nodded slightly and responded, "Master Xinggong, you are too polite. I hope you can forgive me if there is anything wrong with my hospitality today."

Xing Xuanli smiled and said, "Master, you are too kind. Today's meeting is very pleasant." After that, she turned around and was about to leave.

Xing Xuanli walked lightly and soon disappeared from the sight of An Lingke and his daughter.

Only An Lingyan was left standing there alone, not moving for a long time, as if recalling the moments he and Xing Xuanli had just shared during the last trial in the secret realm.

In the Imperial Palace, Luo Lingshan's bedroom, Luo Lingshan listened to her subordinates reporting on Xing Xuanli's journey from Qingfeng Gate back to the Regent's Palace.

She sat beside the gorgeous bed, frowning slightly, a hint of contemplation in her eyes.

"Your Majesty, according to the spies, Xing Xuanli seems to have chosen a more remote path on her return journey." The subordinate said respectfully.

Luo Lingshan bit her lip lightly, her fingers unconsciously fiddling with the silk handkerchief in her hand. "A secluded path? Why did she choose this?"

The subordinate lowered his head and answered cautiously: "I don't know, perhaps to avoid some ears and eyes."

Luo Lingshan snorted coldly, "Humph, this Xing Xuanli is always hard to figure out. Keep watching, and report any signs of trouble immediately."

"Yes, your majesty." The subordinate responded and retreated.

Luo Lingshan stood up and paced back and forth in the bedroom, wondering what was going on in her mind.

Luo Lingshan said with a gloomy look in her eyes, "Xing Xuanli, I will never let you return to the palace safely. I will make Nangong Han lose everything. You two don't really love each other, but I won't do what you want. Why can you be so happy and have children around you?"

Her voice was filled with resentment and jealousy, and her originally pretty face now looked distorted by anger.

"I am in the harem, competing for favor with other concubines, yet you can be so sweet. Where is the fairness in this world?" Luo Lingshan clenched her fists, her long nails almost digging into her palms.

She panted and continued to mutter to herself, "I want to let you taste the pain and let you know what it feels like to be teased by fate."

The maids beside them were so frightened that they dared not utter a word. They lowered their heads and dared not even breathe.

Luo Lingshan suddenly stopped and stared out the window fiercely, as if she could see Xing Xuanli through the palace walls. "Just wait and see, this is just the beginning," she said through gritted teeth.

With that, she instantly disappeared from the bedroom, on her way to Xing Xuanli's return.

Luo Lingshan moved like a ghost, darting swiftly between the palace walls. Her clothes fluttered, her heart filled with resentment towards Xing Xuanli.

The wind whistled in her ears, and her eyes grew more determined and fierce. "Xing Xuanli, you won't escape from my grasp this time," she swore silently in her heart.

Soon, Luo Lingshan arrived at a forest on Xing Xuanli's path. She hid behind a large tree, quietly waiting for Xing Xuanli to appear, holding a sharp dagger in her hand, the blade flashing with a cold light.