Zhong Renwang deeply understood that as long as he could control Liu Tingting, he could gain a significant position in Jianghu, and perhaps even touch greater power. Therefore, he decided to use his sons' admiration to turn them into chess pieces for his own ambition.

Watching the figures of Zhong Renwang, Xie Zhichuan, and others gradually disappear into the distance, Liu Yanran fell into deep contemplation.

She stood there like a silent statue, her thoughts swirling.

After a moment, she gently waved her hand, signaling Qingyi, the Palace Master of Cyan Simurgh Palace, to come over and quietly instructed her on some matters.

Qingyi bowed respectfully to fulfill her orders, then turned and left to carry out Liu Yanran's instructions.

Liu Yanran quietly contemplated for a moment, then instructed the maid beside her to go to the Celestial Pool to summon Liu Tingting to the pavilion.

The maid accepted the order and briskly walked through the winding corridor toward the direction of the Celestial Pool.

About half an incense stick's time later, Liu Tingting changed into an elegant white dress, making her look like a celestial being descending from the heavens, especially graceful and beautiful. She lightly stepped into the courtyard, her movements like a lotus.

The bright moonlight fell on her like a silvery veil, further highlighting her extraordinary aura.

Her eyes sparkled with a cool radiance, as if they could see through all worldly dust, making one feel a sense of transcendence.

A light breeze gently stirred her robe, causing it to dance gracefully, like a fairy gracing the mortal realm, elegant and ethereal, arousing awe.

Liu Yanran sat quietly in the pavilion, waiting for Liu Tingting's arrival. When she saw Liu Tingting's fairy-like figure appear in the courtyard, her heart couldn't help but stir slightly. Liu Tingting's demeanor complemented the night perfectly, like a vibrant scene in the tranquil night.

Liu Yanran recounted in detail the meeting with Zhong Renwang and Xie Zhichuan to Liu Tingting, including their words and actions and her inner feelings. She hoped Liu Tingting could understand the current situation to better respond to any potential changes.

The two conversed quietly in the pavilion, with moonlight casting over them, as if cloaking them in a mysterious veil.

After listening to her mother, Liu Tingting's brow slightly furrowed, showing a hint of displeasure on her face.

She gently parted her lips, her voice carrying a hint of chill as she slowly said, "Mother, Zhong Renwang and Xie Zhichuan dare to plot against Shi Feiyang; this is simply overestimating themselves! Shi Feiyang is highly skilled in martial arts, invincible; before I succeed in my immortality cultivation, there is probably no one in this world who can defeat him. However, I agree with the plan of action this time, except it needs some additions and modifications. This time, I plan to seize the Vermilion Bird and White Tiger, those two Divine Beasts by Shi Feiyang's side."

After speaking, she bent down, placing her lips close to Liu Yanran's ear, whispering softly.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yanran nodded gently, showing a hint of relief, and said, "Tingting, I'm glad to hear you think this way. However, this matter mustn't cause too much commotion in Jianghu. Over the past few months, I've been reflecting, having been too arrogant before, making many enemies and an unfavorable image. This time, while you seize the two Auspicious Beasts by Shi Feiyang's side, we must not let others gossip."

Liu Tingting fell into contemplation, lifted her head after a moment, her eyes filled with determination, and said, "Mother, I have a strategy, perhaps worth a try. We can secretly monitor the actions of Zhong Renwang and Xie Zhichuan. When they and Shi Feiyang both suffer losses, we can seize the opportunity to strike, capturing them in one fell swoop. This way, no one will talk nonsense in Jianghu anymore, and we'll also demonstrate the Divine Water Palace's might."

Liu Yanran, hearing this, showed a hint of appreciation in her eyes, lightly patted Liu Tingting's shoulder, and said, "Tingting, your strategy is good. But we must act carefully, ensuring they don't perceive our intent."

Liu Tingting gently lowered her head, nodding slightly, then turned and quietly left.

Elsewhere, Shi Feiyang was charged with the responsibility of escorting Yili from Ningxia back to Mount Heng, Shanxi.

All along the way, Yili was always full of smiles, like a cheerful little bird circling around Shi Feiyang. Her clear and pleasant laughter often reached the ears of Gong Simeng and Lin Wanqing, bringing a touch of lightness and joy to the long journey.

Gong Simeng, upon hearing the laughter, involuntarily furrowed her brow lightly, her hand unknowingly tightening the grip on her whip.

A fleeting trace of loneliness flickered in her eyes, and her heart seemed somewhat desolate.

She secretly observed Shi Feiyang and Yili, seeing Yili intimately conversing with Shi Feiyang, and her heart filled with bitterness.

She pondered to herself, "This Yili, why is she always so close to Brother Shi? Brother Shi is also exceptionally attentive to her, could it be..."

Upon thinking this, she hastily shook her head, trying to dispel these annoying thoughts, but the unease in her heart lingered closely.

Lin Wanqing pursed her lips tightly, her complexion slightly pale.

Her gaze remained intently locked on Shi Feiyang and Yili, mixed emotions flickering in her eyes. Whenever Yili approached Shi Feiyang, her fingers would unconsciously grip the corner of her clothes, causing deep creases to appear.

She silently fumed, "That Yili, always hanging around Shi Feiyang, how truly annoying!"

However, she wasn't able to lash out, and could only deeply bury this jealousy in her heart, outwardly feigning calm, striving to conceal the turmoil inside.

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