Ling Xiao paused the healing process and smiled, “Moon Lady, I’ll find a way to help remove the restraining force in your body, but it requires some materials. Of course, you could also figure out a solution yourself.”
“You sly little devil. Fine, when you successfully break through the Moonlight Pagoda, I’ll give you a sub-dragon martial soul as a gift.”
Moon Lady said with a smile.
“That’s a bit stingy, isn’t it? By then, you’ll be my master. Are you really going to fob me off with just a sub-dragon martial soul as a meeting gift?”
Ling Xiao said, chuckling.
He had already gotten a good sense of Moon Lady’s temperament and character. Despite her age, in many ways, she was no different from a sixteen- or seventeen-year-old girl.
Just as beautiful and captivating, just as full of enthusiasm.
The phrase “still as a maiden, lively as a rabbit” suited her perfectly.
When she was calm, she exuded a noble, mysterious air, like an ethereal fairy.
But when she became animated, she was practically a girl-next-door.
“Don’t worry, the sub-dragon martial soul is just one part. Once you become my disciple, there will naturally be plenty more benefits.”
“That puts my mind at ease. Moon Lady, you rest here then. The cave is protected by an array, those foolish ferocious beasts and vile beasts won’t find us.”
With that, Ling Xiao left the cave.
He felt it necessary to lift Moon Lady’s restraint, as he wanted to integrate the Evil Beast Demon King into his plans.
Even though the Evil Beast Demon King was gravely injured, without Moon Lady’s help, defeating it was still impossible.
Thus, Moon Lady was the key to his success!
Outside the cave, while some ferocious beasts still lingered, the vile beasts were nowhere to be seen. They had likely given up on finding Ling Xiao and lost track of Moon Lady, returning to their own caves to cultivate.
Vile beasts, equivalent to Heaven-Human Realm experts, wouldn’t waste time chasing a single prey.
The ferocious beasts were merely their dispatched lackeys.
“My dear disciple, why don’t you skip taking that girl as your master and just make her your woman? Wouldn’t that be better?”
Yuan Zun’s voice suddenly rang out.
“Master! Weren’t you in a deep sleep? How are you—!”
Ling Xiao genuinely thought Yuan Zun had gone into slumber, so his sudden voice startled him.
“Well, I was asleep, but I felt there were a few things I needed to make clear, or I couldn’t rest properly, so I woke up again.”
Yuan Zun chuckled, “She’s a Yin-Yang Realm powerhouse, you know. If she became your woman, who would you fear? The entire Moonlight Sect would be yours!”
“Master, you’re not serious, are you?”
Ling Xiao gave a wry smile. His master could be so improper at times.
“I’m absolutely serious!”
“Well, to be honest, I’ve had similar thoughts. I don’t have a woman yet, after all. But the gap in our strengths is too vast. Such thoughts might not bring me benefits, but could lead to my demise.”
Ling Xiao said gravely, “Besides, one’s own strength is what matters. Relying on someone else’s protection is like being a baby in swaddling clothes. How could I ever grow?”
“Fair point. Do what you think is best. If it comes to it, taking her as your master isn’t a bad option either. With her strength, she won’t just ignore you.”
Yuan Zun thought for a moment and said, “Alright, I’ve meddled enough. You do your thing, I’m going back to sleep.”
With that, Yuan Zun returned to the beast ring.
Ling Xiao sorted his somewhat chaotic thoughts and quietly slipped into the Thousand Ghost Forest.
The restraint in Moon Lady’s body was mainly due to the overwhelming soul force of the Evil Beast Demon King. Ling Xiao had come up with a way to gradually dissipate this powerful soul force.
But it required some herbs.
Fortunately, few people ventured into the Thousand Ghost Forest, so rare herbs were abundant.
Avoiding the ferocious beasts’ notice, Ling Xiao quickly gathered the herbs he needed and returned to the cave.
Upon arriving, he saw Moon Lady lying bored on the soft bedding, her hands propping up her cheeks, her feet swaying rhythmically behind her, like an innocent, carefree girl.
Seeing Ling Xiao, she flashed an excited smile, scrambled up, and rushed to his side, saying, “You’re back! I was so bored here alone.”
Ling Xiao was speechless. Was this really the same ethereal fairy-like expert he’d seen before?
She was practically a cute, lively girl.
“Moon Lady.”
“Don’t call me ‘Lady,’ it sounds too formal. Just call me Moon.”
“Alright, Moon. I’ve gathered the necessary herbs. Over the next few days, I’ll work on removing the Evil Beast Demon King’s soul restraint.”
Seeing Moon’s lively demeanor, Ling Xiao knew her external injuries were likely no issue. After all, a Yin-Yang Realm expert’s recovery ability was extraordinary.
“How long will it take?”
Moon asked.
“About three or four days. Each day, you’ll need to soak in the medicinal solution I prepare, then I’ll use a special technique to absorb the Evil Beast Demon King’s soul force from your body. That way, you’ll be completely free of the restraint and regain your strength.”
Ling Xiao replied.
“That’s much faster than doing it myself.”
Moon showed a surprised expression.
She hadn’t been idle, thinking about how to lift the restraint on her own, but even her best estimate was over ten days, far too slow.
The Moon Advent Festival’s tower-climbing ceremony was approaching, and she had to be there, as only she could control the Moonlight Pagoda.
“Don’t underestimate me. I’m something of an alchemist, with a knack for pill refining and medicine preparation. You haven’t heard of me?”
Ling Xiao asked while tossing herbs into the bathtub.
A bathtub was a must-have in a storage ring for warriors. It was convenient for bathing during travels.
“Nope, never heard of you. You think I’m that free?”
Moon shook her head, though a sly glint flickered in her eyes.
Looking at this beautiful woman whose cultivation far surpassed his, Ling Xiao couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe.
To think he could chat so casually with a master of this level was quite a feat. If he told the sect, no one would believe him.
“Sigh, I thought I was famous.” Ling Xiao feigned disappointment, then asked, “Moon, once your restraint is lifted, are you going to hunt down the Evil Beast Demon King?”
This was what Ling Xiao wanted to know most.
In fact, he hoped Moon would give a firm yes.
Because he needed the Evil Beast Demon King’s soul!
If he could obtain it, he could control and transform it into a martial soul, like the Plague Demon King’s, to use in battle.
