Chapter 110 The Young Woman's Initiative
Zhou Tian looked at the beautiful Zi Yun kneeling on the ground before him and slowly shook his head.
"If your primordial yin is still intact, with my methods, it would not be difficult to help you break through to the Golden Core stage and extend your life by a hundred years."
His voice was calm and even, yet it was like a bucket of cold water poured on Ziyun's heart.
"But you have now lost your primordial yin, your source is depleted, and your dantian has cracks... It's difficult."
Ziyun's delicate body trembled violently, and when she raised her head, all the color drained from her charming face.
She bit her red lips, her eyes glistening with tears, and her voice trembling.
"My lord... is there really... absolutely no way?"
She is not reconciled.
Two hundred and eighty years of arduous cultivation, hundreds of years of running the Ziyun Pavilion in Qingzhou City, and finally climbing up to this unfathomable senior, are you just going to miss your chance at life like this?
Zhou Tian did not answer immediately.
His gaze lingered on Ziyun's face for a moment, his Golden Eyes of Truth silently working.
This face... the more I look at it, the more familiar it seems.
The allure in her eyes, the curve of her lips, even the refined elegance that comes with experience in the world...
"What is your relationship with Zi Ling?"
Zhou Tian suddenly spoke, his voice carrying a hint of inquiry.
Ziyun was taken aback upon hearing this, then her beautiful eyes widened: "My lord...you know Ziling?"
A storm raged within her.
Ziling is her niece whom she raised since childhood, and she is much more talented than her.
He joined the Tai Xuan Sword Sect many years ago and has been out of contact for a long time.
Could it be...?
A smile appeared on Zhou Tian's lips.
really.
"Ziling is my senior sister."
"Who are you to her?"
Zhou Tian said calmly, scrutinizing Zi Yun with his gaze.
Zi Yun's body trembled violently, and then her face broke into an unbelievable burst of joy!
"My lord! I am Ziling's aunt!"
"Ziling's parents died early, and I raised her single-handedly, sending her to the Tai Xuan Sword Sect to cultivate... How is she now?"
Her voice trembled with excitement.
By the end, tears had welled up in Ziyun's eyes.
That was the person she cared about most in this world.
Zhou Tian understood.
No wonder they look so alike.
Auntie...
That makes sense.
"Ziling is very good."
"She is now a Golden Core cultivator and holds a high position in the Tai Xuan Sword Sect."
Zhou Tian spoke slowly, his tone softening.
Upon hearing this, Ziyun finally shed tears.
Those were tears of relief, and tears of emotion.
She wiped her eyes and kowtowed deeply again.
"Since you are Ziling's aunt,"
"Then I'll help you out of respect for Ziling."
Zhou Tian interrupted her, his voice returning to its usual calm.
Ziyun suddenly looked up, her eyes bursting with hope!
"Sir...you mean..."
Get up.
Zhou Tian stood up and glanced at everyone at the banquet.
Everyone held their breath, not daring to make the slightest sound.
"Please continue, everyone. I will take Ziyun away first."
Zhou Tian said calmly, his tone leaving no room for argument.
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire room erupted in uproar!
Everyone looked at Ziyun with envy, jealousy, and mixed feelings.
Carp leaping over the dragon gate!
This is a true example of a carp leaping over the dragon gate!
By climbing up to this senior, Ziyun will not only have a chance to survive, but the entire Ziyun Pavilion will also soar to new heights!
Liu Yilong quickly stepped forward and bowed.
"My lord, would you like me to arrange a quiet room? The Liu family's finest villa is always ready for you..."
"No need."
Zhou Tian waved his hand and looked at Zi Yun.
"Come with me."
Ziyun suppressed her excitement and quickly stood up, respectfully following behind Zhou Tian.
The two left Lanyue Tower one after the other.
In the darkness of night, Zhou Tian neither flew on his sword nor summoned the Ice Crystal Jade Dragon, but simply strolled along the streets of Qingzhou City with Zi Yun.
Ziyun followed closely behind, her heart pounding like a drum.
She didn't know where this senior was taking her, nor what price she would have to pay for this so-called "help." (Chapter update reminder: Chapter 110, The Young Woman's Initiative, reading address.)
But she knew this was her last chance.
After walking through several streets and alleys, Zhou Tian stopped in front of a rather elegant-looking inn.
"Manager, a superior room."
He casually tossed out a mid-grade spirit stone.
The shopkeeper was an elderly man in the early stages of Foundation Establishment. He bowed deeply after receiving the spirit stones.
"Please follow me, senior! This is Room Number One, a quiet and elegant room where you'll be absolutely undisturbed!"
He had a keen eye and could tell that Zhou Qi had an extraordinary demeanor.
Ziyun was a famous beauty in Qingzhou City, so naturally she dared not ask any more questions.
The room was on the top floor of the inn, and the furnishings were indeed quite nice.
The furniture was made of sandalwood, the floor was covered with jade, and several pots of calming herbs were placed by the window, emitting a faint fragrance.
Zhou Tian waved his hand, setting up a soundproof barrier and then casually set up several protective restrictions.
After doing all this, he turned to look at Ziyun.
Ziyun stood in the center of the room, nervously twisting the hem of her clothes with both hands.
The purple cheongsam, gleaming under the glow of the pearl, accentuated her mature and voluptuous figure.
She looked up at Zhou Tian, her eyes filled with trepidation and anticipation.
"My lord... what do I need to do?"
Zhou Tian walked to the armchair by the window, sat down, picked up the spiritual tea that had been prepared on the table, and took a small sip.
"It's very simple."
"Cultivate with me."
He put down his teacup and looked calmly at Ziyun.
"What?!"
Ziyun's delicate body trembled violently, and her cheeks instantly flushed red.
Although she was mentally prepared, knowing that there is no such thing as a free lunch, she knew that this senior must have asked for something in return for helping her.
But I never expected... it would be this kind of request!