Everyone turned to look at the newcomer entering the grand hall. It was a young maiden, her face hidden behind a pink veil so that her true appearance could not be seen. Yet her large, sparkling eyes stood out, lively and expressive, as if they could speak, gazing at the crowd.
“Mother, what day is it today? Loveless Sword Tomb actually has guests—this hasn’t happened in years! Why didn’t you call me?” The maiden walked up to Jade Qin and spoke.
Evan Chu knew at a glance that this was Fairy Luna, one of the Four Immortal Fairies of the Immortal Realm. She almost never appeared in public; very few had ever seen her, but anyone who had was captivated by her peerless beauty.
When it came to the question of who was the most beautiful among the Four Immortal Fairies, more than half of those who had met all four would say it was Fairy Luna. Her beauty was pure and carried an aura that made it impossible for anyone to harbor impure thoughts—instinctively, people felt a kind of reverence for her.
“Luna, weren’t you in seclusion? Why did you come out?” Jade Qin took the girl’s hand and smiled.
“Actually, I finished my closed-door training ages ago, but I just stayed in my room and didn’t come out. Today, one of the maids said we had honored guests in Loveless Sword Tomb, so I came to see for myself—and it turns out, it’s true.” The maiden replied.
As she spoke, her gaze fell on Yvonne Xuan, Jade, and Serena Frost. To her surprise, the three women’s looks were in no way inferior to her own. But even more shocking was that she couldn’t see through their cultivation at all.
She herself was at early Immortal Emperor realm, but she couldn’t see through their strength at all—which meant they were at least late Immortal Emperor. When had such beautiful and powerful figures appeared in the Immortal Realm? Why had her mother never mentioned them?
At this moment, the maiden was staring at Yvonne and the others, while Nolan Nangong’s eyes were fixed on her, his face full of concern and excitement.
“Everyone, this is my daughter Luna Qin. I’ve spoiled her so much she doesn’t understand proper etiquette, so please don’t hold it against her!” Jade Qin said with a smile.
"Jade, is she Luna? Is she really Luna?" Nolan Nangong said excitedly.
"That's right, she's Luna—Fairy Luna, one of the Four Immortal Fairies. Now that you've seen her, do you feel even more guilty? When I see Luna, I really don't want to forgive you!" Jade Qin said.
"Mother, who are they? Why do I feel like they're all so strong? Why don't you introduce Luna?" Luna Qin looked at Evan Chu and asked.
To Luna Qin, Evan Chu felt even more unfathomable. Besides his handsome appearance, his eyes seemed able to see through a person's soul, so captivating that once you looked, you didn't want to look away.
"This is Dominion Lord Nangong of Martial Spirit Dominion. You should have heard of his name; his dominion has deep ties with Loveless Sword Tomb."
"That one is Palace Lord Chu of Frostbane Imperial Palace, also the number one expert of the Immortal Realm. He was the supreme commander in the Immortal-Demon War, and his strength has reached the peak—he could ascend to the God Realm at any time. If it weren't for Palace Lord Chu, I might not be standing here speaking today."
"The three women beside him—two are Immortal Fairies of equal fame to you, Fairy Yvonne and Fairy Serena, and the other is Palace Lord Chu's close attendant, Jade the Emerald Immortal Empress. All three have reached the strength to ascend to the God Realm. Isn't that surprising?" Jade Qin smiled.
Luna Qin's expression kept changing. To suddenly meet four people who could ascend to the God Realm was unprecedented, and all four seemed about her age. She had cultivated bitterly to reach her current strength, but compared to them, people really can't be compared.
"It's really unexpected. I never thought he'd be the legendary figure of the Immortal Realm—I thought Palace Lord Chu would be some old man! Turns out he's so handsome, and his strength is just awe-inspiring." Luna Qin said.
"Fairy Luna, you're too modest. We were just a bit luckier. Now that you've reached early Immortal Emperor, it's only a matter of time before you break through to mid-stage. Cultivation needs both opportunity and perseverance." Evan Chu said calmly.
"Palace Lord Chu, you're too modest. From your ascension to the Immortal Realm until now has only been two thousand years—a feat never seen before here." Jade Qin sighed, then said to Luna Qin, "Since you're here, you should toast Palace Lord Chu and Dominion Lord Nangong. After this meeting, you may only see them again in the God Realm."
"They've come to Loveless Sword Tomb to say farewell. You must work hard. The other three Immortal Fairies have reached ascension-level strength, but your own progress has stalled. I really don't know what you're thinking." Jade Qin said.
Luna Qin poured wine for Evan Chu, Nolan Nangong, and the others in turn. "Luna toasts everyone. Thank you for all your help and care toward Loveless Sword Tomb over the years. I'll drink first to show my respect."
Evan Chu glanced at Luna Qin and said, "Fairy Luna rarely walks the Immortal Realm. Though I've long heard of the Four Immortal Fairies, I've never met you before. It's probably because your mother doesn't want you showing yourself outside."
"Palace Lord Chu is right. Disciples of Loveless Sword Tomb rarely go out; we're basically cut off from the outside world, except for Protectors who manage a few cities. Sect members aren't allowed out unless there's a major reason. Since I was little, my mother taught me all men under heaven are bad, so I've always resented men and even less wanted to show myself." Luna Qin said.
"Sect Master Qin, this is really your mistake. The sect rule must be abolished. Though I'm an outsider, I'm speaking for Loveless Sword Tomb's own good. Don't hesitate—I'm sure your elders will agree." Evan Chu said.
"Sect Master, I agree with Palace Lord Chu. Maybe we've been too rigid. It's time for Loveless Sword Tomb to welcome new blood," an elder said.
"I also agree with the Grand Elder. Everyone in the Immortal Realm knows Loveless Sword Tomb's disciples are strong, but they don't know their pain. People have seven emotions and six desires—why suppress love and desire so harshly? Maybe true release will bring greater gains," another elder stood up and said.
Jade Qin frowned slightly, as if considering something. After a while, she said, "Luna, what do you think? Palace Lord Chu and the others came precisely for this matter concerning Loveless Sword Tomb."
"I have no objections. Actually, I've long wanted to go out and see the world. I've hit a bottleneck in cultivation and constant seclusion isn't helping. Maybe going outside will change things. As for the sect rule, I only half understand it—Mother, you can decide." Luna Qin said.
"Jade, don't hesitate. Do you really want to live like this forever? Do you want Luna never to know her true parentage? That's too cruel and painful." Nolan Nangong couldn't help but interject.