Chapter 01: The Dream Begins at Tianlan

Master, you have never been away from Tianlan Mountain for long, yet this time you have been gone for so long. Is there something going on?

With a wave of her long sleeves, she conjured a golden light, which immediately formed a vortex that drew me into it

Lin Wangyou's imagination has always been rather peculiar, but after hearing those words, I too began to entertain some strange thoughts, and thus I often went to Yuxuan Cave to take a look at that egg. Sometimes I would even reach out to touch it, for I knew that although Jingyuan often beat me, he would never truly be willing to beat me to death

I remember that day, it was once again the day of the new moon. A sudden thought arose in my mind, wanting to explore why Jingyuan always went to see that egg on this day. On this day, the Yuxuan Cave would become completely dark, and even the Jiuyou Immortal Mushroom would no longer emit its celestial radiance. Yet only that egg would emit a ghostly blue light in the darkness

From this moment on, I walk alone in the world

However, the only one who returned was Lin Wangyou

"Hurry up, or it will be too late if you take your time!" she said sternly, "The most important thing is the Nine Luminaries Immortal Herb in the Yuxuan Cave. I will teach you a few incantations, and you will be able to collect them for your own use."

She looked weary, her white garment stained with blood, yet she still offered me a gentle smile

He rarely showed a gentle smile, handing me the item in his hand: "It took quite a bit of effort, but I finally found this treasure for you. Your cultivation is about to reach completion, and the tribulation is approaching. With this treasure, it will be much easier for you to overcome the tribulation."

This pill, crafted from five hundred years of cultivation, is called the 'Heart-Wrenching Soul-Devouring Pill.' As for its effects, you can understand just by hearing the name!" She said, smiling gracefully. With that smile alone, countless charms and myriad flirtations quietly emerged. In fact, sometimes I wonder, with such a remarkable object and such deep affection, why is it that Jing Yuan remains unmoved by her?

He did not respond, merely glanced at me, and turned to leave.

The pain of losing everything has rendered me unable to shed even a single tear, as I desperately shout after Lin Wangyou's receding figure: "Wait for me! I too want to seek revenge for him!"

I was filled with panic, and unexpectedly, the coldness in my palm turned into scorching heat. With a loud "bang," it surged straight to the top of my head. Before I had the chance to cry out, my vision went dark, and I fainted.

Because Lord Jingyuan has a rather bad temper—no, one can only say that his temper is somewhat eccentric—no, perhaps it would be better to say that it is a bit awkward

My name is Eleven

It was a peculiar egg, mottled with patches of red and black. Upon closer inspection, one would discover that the eggshell was transparent, and those patches were clusters of shadows within. When one gently tapped it, those shadows would expand and contract, slowly moving as if reluctant to be confined, yearning to break free from their shell

No! I... I am not going anywhere... I probably understood the sequence of events, but I have never experienced such a change, leaving me so frightened that I can hardly speak clearly

I recited the celestial incantation facing the nine immortal herbs, and suddenly, a radiant nine-colored light illuminated the entire Jade Spinel Cave. After the light faded, I felt a burning sensation on my wrist. When I looked up, I saw a string of beads had appeared on my wrist. The pearls, each of a different color, emitted an extraordinary brilliance, which gradually diminished over time, becoming warm and gentle. Upon counting, there were exactly nine.

Indeed, it is quite different from usual... Could it be that on this day, it will reveal some extraordinary secret?

It turns out that he ventured out to seek treasures to help me overcome my tribulation. I suddenly felt a sense of guilt, and my heart was in turmoil as I contemplated whether to confess to him—I had just committed a wrongdoing by taking his egg while he was away

After she finished speaking, I heard a rumbling sound rolling overhead. Looking up, I saw the horizon bathed in a crimson hue, with streams of light flowing through it. The heavenly fire had already poured down from the blood-red clouds.

She, like Jingyuan, did not look back and resolutely said: "Jingyuan willingly surrenders, only to allow me to escape. He does not know that without him, what joy is there in my life? If the heavenly realm dares to use the punishment of thunder against him, I will naturally risk my five thousand years of cultivation to avenge him"

It seems that the egg is his treasure, extremely important to him. He acts casually and is often forgetful, yet he always remembers this egg. Every time the new moon arrives, he never forgets to go to the Yuxuan Cave to carefully observe it one last time.

As she spoke, her fingertips, resembling snow-green onions, conjured a small ball that shimmered with colors. I was about to say, "If you dare to call yourself my teacher's wife again, be careful not to get hit," when the colorful ball gently fell into my hand, feeling slightly warm.

The celestial herbs in the Yuxuan Cave received great attention from Lord Jingyuan, who named them in order: One, Two, Three, and so on, up to Nine. Logically, I should have been placed in the tenth position. However, he also kept an egg in the Yuxuan Cave.

As Lin Wangyou, who lives at the foot of the mountain, said, Lord Jingyuan is indeed the most beautiful scenery of Tianlan Mountain

Lin Wangyou once spoke to me with great disappointment: "Your master is cold and indifferent. I have pursued him for thousands of years, yet he has never shown the slightest interest. Could it be that what he loves is actually the egg in the Yuxuan Cave? Could it be that hidden within that egg is his secret lover?"

"Is this umbrella a magical artifact? What is its name?" I asked

"What are you looking at? Have you been instigated by Lin Wangyou again to try your seduction techniques on me? If you dare to do it again, I will beat you to death and then deal with that seductive fox down the mountain." he said angrily

After she finished speaking, she turned around, her splendid dress dancing lightly in the wind, exuding an otherworldly beauty. However, there was a sharp killing intent emanating from her, subtly possessing the power to intimidate thousands of troops.

The laws of the celestial realm are strict; true immortals cannot associate with demons, let alone accept them as disciples. Therefore, once you have entered the ranks of immortals, I will be able to acknowledge you as my disciple

The celestial sword in his hand emitted a clear and melodious sound from its sheath, exuding an ethereal aura, yet also radiating a chilling murderous intent

The Nine Luminaries Immortal Mushroom is a rare treasure of the immortal realm, and it is understandable that it ranks ahead of me. However, that ugly egg actually ranks before me as well. Those who are curious about my name often investigate the origins of this "Little Eleven" and subsequently express confusion regarding the ranking of that egg

For some reason, I have always felt indignant, simply because in the eyes of Lord Jingyuan, my status is ranked below that egg

Little Eleven, I have heard that you are about to undergo the heavenly tribulation, right? Please do me a favor and secretly give this pill to your master. I will then sacrifice two thousand years of my cultivation to assist you in transcending and becoming an immortal

I feel wronged in my heart. In the past, I was once bribed by Lin Wangyou and did such absurd things for her. ... But this time, it is absolutely not some kind of seduction; after all these years by his side, can he really not understand my true feelings ...

Lin Wangyou was dressed in a feather robe woven from white peacock feathers, comfortably reclining on the jade stone couch outside the cave while sipping a cup of wine. Her long, dark hair cascaded down like a waterfall, casually draped, exuding an air of languor yet brimming with charm. Upon seeing me descend with a look of unease, she cast a flirtatious glance at me. In that moment, I felt as if my vision blurred, and the figure of the beautiful woman in white suddenly transformed into another person.

Before I could react, two figures, one black and one white, vanished into the distance

Is Tianlan Mountain really going to be destroyed like this?

Tianlan Xianshan, with its uniquely shaped peaks, is shrouded in deep clouds and mist, featuring spiritual springs and cascading waterfalls, while rare flowers and exotic plants flourish along the paths. The most beautiful sight is at the edge of Luoxia Lake on the mountaintop, where vast expanses of blooming flowers create a breathtaking view, resembling a sea of blossoms that is as splendid as brocade.

I often recall the days spent at Tianlan Mountain, remembering the slap given to me by the Immortal Lord Jingyuan.

I was immediately stirred in my heart

I mutter to myself, propping my chin on my hand and gazing intently, my heart filled with anticipation

However, after looking for a long time, I noticed no significant changes, so I couldn't help but reach out to touch it. To my surprise, my finger felt as if it had touched a piece of hot coal, burning intensely. I let out a scream and quickly withdrew my hand, only to see the interior of the egg suddenly brighten, with a shimmering blue light flowing within. Gradually, the color deepened, taking on a texture reminiscent of flowing sand

I shuddered, memorizing the celestial technique she taught me, my mind blank, and I immediately ran towards the Yuxuan Cave

Lin Wangyou clearly sensed that this matter was unusual, and shouted at his back: "Jingyuan, wait for me! I will go with you!"

He replied nonchalantly: "Hmm, it seems to be a rather convoluted name... Whatever it is called, as long as it works, that's all that matters"

It was only then that I came to my senses; the wind on Tianlan Mountain blew cold and biting, yet my cheeks felt slightly warm. Her enchanting charm was indeed unmatched across the three realms, captivating both men and women alike. Unfortunately, it was a pity that Jingyuan was not swayed by such tactics. I truly wonder how many more years she would need to cultivate her skills in order to conquer the indifferent Jingyuan Xianjun with her charm.

Because my original form is a small purple butterfly in the Yuxuan Cave of Tianlan Mountain, where nine immortal herbs grow, known as the Nine Suns Immortal Grass, a rare treasure of the heavenly realm. It was by absorbing the flower dew of the Nine Suns Immortal Grass that I awakened my spiritual consciousness and obtained my immortal foundation

He looked as if he were facing a formidable enemy. My heart skipped a beat, and I urgently asked, "Master, what has happened?!"

A rough calculation shows that I have been away from Tianlan Mountain for five hundred years

She said, "Little Eleven, you might as well not become an immortal... because the immortals in the heavenly realm are all bastards! Your master and I exhausted all our strength to re-seal the 'Eye of Sin and Filth', yet they still want to hold your master accountable for his negligence in guarding against the demonic creatures. They even accuse your master of harboring monsters in the shade of Tianlan Mountain, which has allowed the evil aura of demons to corrupt the immortal mountain, disrupting the essence of heaven and earth, leading to the emergence of demonic creatures, and thus they intend to impose the punishment of heavenly thunder upon him"

Seeing me looking anxious at her, she smiled helplessly and said: "It's too late now. Little Eleven, I am sorry. Your master entrusted you to me, but I can no longer take care of you. From now on, you must learn to take care of yourself. Do not go to the demon realm, as it is too dangerous for you; nor should you go to the immortal realm, for if they find out about your connection with Jing Yuan, they will surely make things difficult for you. You should go to the human realm..."

I looked at the object in my hand and saw that it was a silk umbrella. With my magical powers, I was unable to discern any secrets of this treasure

Lin Wangyou also noticed that his expression was unusual and asked loudly, "Where are you going?"

When I returned to Lin Wangyou's side, the bloodstains on her body had disappeared, and she had changed into a clean outfit, exuding a fresh, watery fragrance, clearly having been groomed and tidied up.

"Little Eleven, be good and stay at Tianlan Mountain, waiting for our return." I heard Lin Wangyou's voice drifting in.

I was so shocked that it took me a long time to speak: "What on earth happened?! Where is my master?!"

That was the last time he hit me, and it was also the last time I saw him

Lin Wangyou also remarked that Jingyuan's unchanging black robe was indeed very unattractive. She crafted a cloud robe using the golden feathers of a phoenix, and one day, she would strip him of that layer of black clothing and properly teach him what it means to have taste in dressing.

She glanced at the umbrella on my shoulder and the beaded chain on my wrist, shook her head in resignation, and said: "You fool, your master is at least a true immortal; could it be that his possessions consist of only these two items? What about his Spirit Tranquility Immortal Wheel?"

He replied without turning his head: "It seems that Tianlan Mountain is about to face a great calamity... Lin Wangyou, I fear that once I leave today, I may never return. Little Eleven, I entrust this to you."

My heart feels as if it is being cut by a knife, shattered into a thousand pieces, each fragment containing the bits and pieces of the past, all reduced to ashes in the heavenly fire, dissipating like smoke

I once asked Jing Yuan what kind of egg it was and why it had not hatched for thousands of years. At that time, he had just had a fight with Lin Wangyou and was in a bad mood, so he replied irritably, "If you dare to touch that egg, I will beat you to death!"

Returning to the shores of Luoxia Lake with a sense of trepidation, I saw Jingyuan holding something in his hand, seemingly waiting for me. I noticed that he appeared somewhat fatigued, yet his mood was clearly joyful, which alleviated much of my inner unease

For instance, all the birds and beasts of Tianlan Mountain believe that I am his disciple, yet he never acknowledges it. Nevertheless, I stubbornly refer to him as my master, for it is he who used the secret methods of the heavenly scriptures to help me transform into a human, guide me in my cultivation, and impart to me the arts of immortality

Time flies, and the past feels like a dream

I stood frozen in place, my body stiff.

When I opened the first line of spiritual awareness, what I saw was him. My name was also given by him—although, the name was indeed chosen rather hastily

At that moment, a drop of cold sweat trickled down my forehead. Lin Wangyou indeed has a great sense of style when it comes to dressing, but I have no doubt that before she could strip off Jing Yuan's clothes, he would have dismantled her entire body.

Recalling the events that transpired in Yuxuan Cave, I felt a subtle unease in my heart. After wandering around the edge of Luoxia Lake, I made my way to the foot of the mountain to find Lin Wangyou

She turned around and smiled sadly: "Fool, if you die, how am I to explain it to him? Go seek refuge in the human realm, away from Tianlan Mountain, and you must live well..."

I was lost in thought when suddenly I saw a dark figure swiftly descending the mountain. Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Jing Yuan. Moreover, he was holding a sword in his hand. The sword had a sheath made of purple jade, on which countless ancient inscriptions were engraved, along with the two characters "Jue Xiao".

I saw a layer of blue mist rising from the egg, as if something were seeping through the shell, about to overflow, and I suddenly felt a sense of fear. Suddenly, that eerie blue rapidly transformed, coalescing into two masses, which, at a glance, looked like two vacant eyes staring at me in a strange manner! I was greatly alarmed and instinctively reached out to cover the egg completely with my hand. Incredibly, at that moment, my palm felt as cold as ice, the chill piercing into my hand, transforming into a thread that instantly coursed through my entire body, rendering me completely stiff and unable to move a single inch. I was greatly alarmed and instinctively reached out to cover the egg completely with my hand. Incredibly, at that moment, my palm felt as cold as ice, the chill piercing into my hand, transforming into a thread that instantly coursed through my entire body, rendering me completely stiff and unable to move a single inch.

"Little Eleven, the calamity fire is descending from the heavens, and Tianlan Mountain is about to be consumed. You must hurry and pack all of your master's magical artifacts and treasures to take with you," she said softly

This dream has lasted for five hundred years

I lunged forward and grabbed the corner of her clothing: "Where are you going?!"

I was stunned, as it was the first time I heard him speak to Lin Wangyou in such a gentle tone. Moreover, why did he say—never to return again

She reached out her hand to wipe away my tears and softly said: "The medicine I gave you will no longer have a chance to test its efficacy... However, that is my five hundred years of cultivation, a spiritual medicine that can heal all wounds. Keep it by your side and do not lose it, as it may prove useful in the future"

Sigh, Little Eleven, I had hoped to impart to you the unparalleled art of charm that transcends the three realms, yet you lack even this little bit of self-control. Speak, who did you just see?

When I woke up, I found myself lying on the ground, still in the Jade Xuan Cave. The egg had rolled to the side, its brilliance completely faded. I was filled with panic and quickly picked it up, placing it back in its original position

Upon hearing these words, I was suddenly very moved, recalling that he had actually treated me quite well on ordinary days. Thus, I gazed at his face, feeling a myriad of emotions within. Noticing my pair of bright eyes lingering on his face, sparkling with an unusual light, he seemed to feel a chill run through him, his tall figure shuddered, and he immediately slapped me across the face.

How could this happen? I was taken aback, my heart racing, with many questions to ask, yet they were stuck in my throat, unable to be expressed.

I squinted my eyes and took a rough look at the outline of that person, my heart jolting. Slowly, the person stood up, their figure tall and slender, with long black hair flying in the wind, exuding a sharp and imposing aura, yet looking at me with eyes as bright as the stars.

Without waiting for my explanation, he turned and left. I knew he was going to Yuxuan Cave; on this night of the new moon, he was determined to see that egg

The Wheel of Tranquil Immortality? I... I couldn't find it...