Ye Fan said, "Cultivation is naturally like this. Zombies don't have blood, while cultivation relies on the spiritual energy within to promote blood circulation and bodily vitality. Aunt Rong, you still need to adapt more."

"It's not that easy to adapt. I almost feel like I'm not human anymore. I've already submitted my resignation to the higher-ups. It seems that politics no longer suits me. I want to take the opportunity to rest more and plan my future." Tantai Wanrong said.

Tantai Wanrong wants to resign, which Ye Fan actually doesn't support much. It makes Ye Fan feel that it's because he led Tantai Wanrong to cultivation, forcing her to resign, which brings a sense of guilt.

"Aunt Rong, your work is going well. Why resign? Actually, the citizens need you. Isn't the stability of Hua Hai City partly thanks to you?" Ye Fan said.

Tantai Wanrong smiled and said, "What you said really makes me feel ashamed. I haven't done much in recent years. The stability of a big city isn't just about how much the governors have done. It's mainly about the security environment and the civic spirit. So what if I'm not here? One more is not much, and one less is not lacking..."

Ye Fan felt somewhat embarrassed. He further sensed that Tantai Wanrong had become indifferent to life, as if leading her to cultivation changed her mindset, and she wished to become a Taoist nun, detached from worldly affairs.

"Aunt Rong, you..."

Ye Fan was about to say something but was interrupted by Tantai Wanrong: "Alright, Xiao Fan, you don't need to persuade me. I've already thought it through. You know that once I decide on something, I won't change my mind. I've temporarily taken leave, waiting for the final approval from above. These days, I plan to travel around a bit since I haven't had much time to go out. I might as well relax now. Your wedding with Zhao Jun should be soon, right? I think I should be able to come back in time for your wedding."

Ye Fan forced a smile and said, "It's rare Aunt Rong has this in mind."

"Whether or not I have it in mind, you and Zhao Jun are close to me. I haven't made many friends over the years. When people find out about my identity, they either curry favor with me or avoid me like the plague. Only you, Zhao Jun, and Tian Ya have become good friends, but many things inevitably come to an end..."

While speaking, Tantai Wanrong often revealed a cynical attitude, making Ye Fan feel uneasy.

Ye Fan quickly said, "Aunt Rong, I brought you a magical sword, take a look."

Ye Fan took out a magical sword from his storage bracelet, along with another storage bracelet, which was also "snatched" from Wu Ding, and handed them to Tantai Wanrong. Tantai Wanrong seemed amused yet helpless and said, "You're giving me such a big thing; if I take it out casually, won't people see me as a monster?"

"Just keep it in the storage bracelet usually. Having a weapon on hand is useful in case of danger. Otherwise, facing danger with bare hands could easily put you at a disadvantage." Ye Fan not only handed the magical sword to Tantai Wanrong but also took out a booklet with some methods of using the magical sword.

Tantai Wanrong placed it aside casually and said, "You better keep it for Yaoyao. That girl came back and tested whether I knew she was cultivating. After I exposed her, she told me everything about you helping her through the Golden Core Stage. Seeing Yaoyao able to retain her youth, I'm still very happy. Xiao Fan, you must protect her well. You promised to take her to the secret realm and give her a formal wedding and status; you must keep your word."

Ye Fan felt a bit awkward but nodded, saying, "Aunt Rong, don't worry. I'll treat Yaoyao well and won't betray her... or your trust."

"It's only her, why include me in it?" Tantai Wanrong seemed a bit upset, turned her head, yet her expression suddenly carried some loneliness, "Yaoyao was in her room sorting things. She's grown up, has her preferences, and will form a family with you in the future. Go in and accompany her. If she knows you're here, she'll be overjoyed. But truthfully, if that girl weren't asleep, she should know you're here..."

Ye Fan smiled and said, "Aunt Rong, did you forget that my cultivation level is much higher than hers? It's easy for me to hide my presence from her. As long as I don't want her to know I'm here, even with her current Golden Core Stage cultivation, she can't detect my presence."

"Oh, so that's the case... So does it mean the things I said were all... blocked by you?" Tantai Wanrong looked at Ye Fan curiously.

"Yes." Ye Fan nodded, "Not just talking, whatever you and I do, as long as the cultivation level is lower than mine, they can't know. The living room where we meet becomes a special enclosed space in a sense. Even if we do bad things, no one will know. Yaoyao would mistakenly think you're sitting in the living room because I simulated your spiritual energy and arranged a puppet of you. Even if she comes out to see you, she won't notice anything."

"That's... that's really scary. Thankfully you don't have any ill intentions towards me, otherwise... I'd die in vain." Tantai Wanrong said with some trepidation.

Ye Fan nodded slightly. At the same time, he gestured to remove the spiritual energy barrier around them, allowing Qin Mengyao to accurately detect his arrival.

As expected, Qin Mengyao's jade figure in her bedroom was initially surprised and then quietly went to the door, opened it, and peeked at the living room. She didn't realize her every move was already under Ye Fan's watch.

"You silly girl, not coming out after talking about your Fan-ge all night? Now that he's here?" Tantai Wanrong turned around and spoke with some elder's affection.

"Fan-ge!" Qin Mengyao came out joyfully, unreservedly hugged Ye Fan tightly, not minding that Tantai Wanrong was beside them.

"Hmm." Ye Fan smiled yet when he looked at Tantai Wanrong again, the two could no longer meet each other's gaze.

Tantai Wanrong stood up and said, "Xiao Fan, Yaoyao starts school tomorrow. Talk with her more. Yaoyao, look, here is a gift from your Fan-ge, a magical sword. If someone bullies you in the future, use this sword to chop them up!"

Qin Mengyao, nestled in Ye Fan's arms, teasingly said, "Auntie, what are you making me out to be? Even if someone offends me, I can't just chop them up. Right, Fan-ge?"

"Yes, as a cultivator, the important thing is not to bully ordinary people." Ye Fan nodded.

"Okay, you two have a good relationship now and help each other talk. You guys chat first; I'm a bit tired and will go rest for a bit." Tantai Wanrong seemed deliberately leaving space for Ye Fan and Qin Mengyao, getting up to go to her room.

"Good night, Auntie." Qin Mengyao now with her beloved forgotten about her aunt, eagerly hoped Tantai Wanrong left earlier.

Ye Fan helplessly shook his head, realizing Tantai Wanrong was clearly avoiding him.

"Fan-ge, come to my room; I have lots of fun things here you should see." Qin Mengyao, though she had already offered herself to Ye Fan, felt this was her home, and her bedroom was private space. Since Ye Fan was here, she wanted to take him to her room and complete the dream of a girl - creating a world for just the two of them.

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