After My Rebirth, I Ended Up Happily Ever After with the Saintess - Chapter 125

The fame of Ye Li and Qin Yixuan shook Central State, and the impact extended far beyond the boost in reputation and the secret plotting of the Shadow Pavilion. On the seventh day of their secluded cultivation at the Xuan Yun Sect’s temporary residence—a time spent digesting their secret realm gains and solidifying their Divine Power Realm cultivation—an unexpected guest arrived without warning.

The visitor did not follow the usual protocol for announcement. Instead, she appeared in the residence’s living room as if dissolving from the light and shadow. At the time, only the Hermit Mu Yun, Ye Li, and Qin Yixuan were present, discussing their subsequent itinerary.

The guest was a middle-aged woman in a moon-white robe adorned with cloud patterns. Her appearance suggested she was around thirty years old, but her demeanor was noble and elegant, radiating a sense of detachment and serenity that comes from long-held authority. No powerful spiritual energy fluctuations emanated from her; she seemed integrated with her surroundings. However, when her gaze swept across them, even Ye Li, who was already in the Divine Power Realm, felt an invisible pressure that stemmed from a deeper, fundamental level of life.

This woman’s cultivation was unfathomable!

“I apologize for my sudden visit, and I hope fellow Daoist Mu Yun and the two young friends will not take offense,” the middle-aged woman said with a faint smile. Her voice was gentle but carried an undeniable authority. Her gaze lingered on Ye Li for a moment, revealing a flash of unnoticeable surprise, before shifting mostly to Qin Yixuan. That look was one of scrutiny, inquiry, and a certain indescribable… expectation?

The Hermit Mu Yun’s heart tightened. He rose and cupped his hands in a salute. “May I ask for your identity, honored guest?” He could sense that this woman was no ordinary cultivator; her aura was ethereal and profound, far surpassing many Peak Nascent Soul cultivators he had encountered.

“I am the Emissary Yun Ying, the receiver for the ‘Nine Heavens Palace’,” the middle-aged woman stated calmly, announcing her origin.

Nine Heavens Palace!

These four words exploded in the living room like thunder!

The Hermit Mu Yun’s pupils constricted, and an expression of shock was hard to suppress. Ye Li, too, felt a jolt in her heart, and her expression became incomparably solemn. Only Qin Yixuan seemed unfamiliar with the name, but seeing the reactions of her Master and Ye Li, she understood the visitor’s identity must be extraordinary.

The Nine Heavens Palace! This was a place considered legendary even among the spirit realm’s peak powers! It was not a traditional sect or clan, but more like a transcendental oversight and arbitration organization. It rarely interfered with mundane affairs, yet its heritage and strength were unfathomable. Rumor had it that it was intertwined with the ancient mythical era and might even harbor ancient beings whose cultivation surpassed the Divine Power Realm! Even the ancient Imperial Clans and Holy Lands of Central State held the Nine Heavens Palace in considerable respect.

Why would an Emissary from such a transcendental power suddenly descend upon the Xuan Yun Sect’s temporary residence? The target was clearly Ye Li and Qin Yixuan!

“It turns out to be Emissary Yun Ying, please forgive my ignorance!” The Hermit Mu Yun quickly suppressed his shock and spoke with increased deference. “May I ask the purpose of the Emissary’s distinguished visit?”

Emissary Yun Ying’s gaze returned to Qin Yixuan. This time, she no longer concealed her admiration and solemnity. “I have come for the champion of this year’s Thousand Realms Prodigy Gathering, and especially… for young friend Qin Yixuan, who possesses the foundational heritage of the ‘Nine Profound Celestial Maiden’.”

Nine Profound Celestial Maiden!

The name made Qin Yixuan’s delicate body tremble. A trace of bewilderment and stirrings flashed in her beautiful eyes. The divine origin within her, upon hearing this title, actually began to faintly undulate uncontrollably, as if encountering a kindred spirit.

Ye Li’s heart was already a storm of shock! Nine Profound Celestial Maiden! This was her greatest conjecture regarding Qin Yixuan’s identity, based on her past life memories and Qin Yixuan’s various anomalies! Now, it was revealed in one sentence by the Emissary of the Nine Heavens Palace! The other party clearly understood this power deeply!

Emissary Yun Ying observed Qin Yixuan’s reaction and nodded slightly, her tone laced with a sense of reminiscence and emotion. “It is indeed correct. The ‘Nine Profound Celestial Maiden’ is one of the ancient supreme deities who presided over the world’s water essence, the creation of life, and patrolled the myriad heavens. Its foundational heritage cannot be borne by anyone without immense destiny and great karma. It is a tremendous fortune for young friend to inherit this legacy, and also a blessing for our spirit realm.”

She paused, then turned her gaze to Ye Li, also with a hint of admiration. “As for young friend Ye Li, you have reached the Divine Power Realm before the age of twenty. Your foundation’s depth, your extraordinary comprehension, and the uniqueness of your Law-Intent are all rare throughout the ages. What is even rarer is that your aura and Dao paths are intertwined and complementary with young friend Yixuan’s. This is truly a heaven-destined connection.”

Emissary Yun Ying’s words seemed to contain a strange power, directly revealing the most core secrets of the two, making both Ye Li and Qin Yixuan feel completely seen through. Their vigilance intensified.

“Emissary, you flatter us,” Ye Li said calmly, subtly shielding Qin Yixuan behind her. “May I ask what instructions the Palace has for us?”

Emissary Yun Ying was unperturbed by Ye Li’s wariness. Instead, the appreciation in her eyes grew stronger. She flipped her hand and produced a token—neither metal nor jade, entirely pure white, and engraved with the image of a nine-tiered celestial palace. The token radiated a gentle yet authoritative aura.

“My purpose for this visit is to formally invite the two young friends, by order of the Palace Elder Council, to be guests at the ‘Nine Heavens Palace’,” Emissary Yun Ying extended the token toward them. “Within the Palace, there are secret realms and inheritances better suited for young friend Yixuan to awaken and master the Celestial Maiden’s origin. There are also endless archives and experiences from senior experts to help young friend Ye Li solidify her foundation and explore the Great Dao. This will be a rare opportunity for both of you.”

To go to the Nine Heavens Palace?!

The Hermit Mu Yun’s breath caught. The Nine Heavens Palace was a sanctuary countless cultivators in the spirit realm dreamed of. It was rumored that the spiritual energy concentration inside far exceeded the outside world, holding countless lost ancient texts and secret methods, and even featuring lectures by ancient, heaven-defying experts. To receive this invitation was undoubtedly a colossal fortune!

However, Ye Li did not immediately agree. She looked at the Nine Heavens Token, her thoughts racing. The Nine Heavens Palace was transcendental. Did its sudden olive branch truly stem only from valuing their talent and Qin Yixuan’s Celestial Maiden origin? Or was there a deeper motive? Was this connected to the “Dark Eye,” her past-life enemies, or the “World Devourer” plan?

She did not believe in windfalls.

“We are deeply honored by the Palace’s kindness,” Ye Li carefully chose her words. “However, this matter is of great importance, and we need to discuss it with our Sect Elders. We also need time for our own preparations. We hope the Emissary can grant us a grace period.”

Emissary Yun Ying seemed to have anticipated Ye Li’s hesitation and was not surprised. She smiled faintly. “That is natural. The Nine Heavens Token is here. The two young friends may use this token at any time to pass through any cross-domain teleportation array in Central State and reach the outer reception hall of the Palace. The doors of the Palace are always open for you.”

She gently placed the Nine Heavens Token on the table, her gaze sweeping over them again, lingering especially on Qin Yixuan. She said meaningfully, “Young friend Yixuan, your origin has already begun to awaken, but the road ahead is long, and dangers lurk. The Palace may be your best choice right now. It can help you master your power and understand your mission more quickly.”

With that, she nodded slightly to the Hermit Mu Yun, and her figure dissolved and vanished as silently as she had arrived, as if she had never been there.

The living room fell into a brief silence.

The Hermit Mu Yun looked at the Nine Heavens Token on the table, his expression complex, holding both excitement and worry. He looked at Ye Li and Qin Yixuan. “Li’er, Yixuan, what are your thoughts?”

Qin Yixuan gently picked up the warm token, feeling the boundless and pure energy contained within, and the faint excitement and affinity coming from the origin within her body. She looked at Ye Li, her eyes seeking guidance.

Ye Li walked to her side, grasped her hand, and felt the token’s aura, her brow slightly furrowed. The token’s aura was upright and peaceful, carrying a sense of grand light and righteousness, completely different from the cold, deathly stillness of the “Dark Eye” she had encountered. But this did not entirely dispel her suspicions.

“The Nine Heavens Palace is transcendental, and its invitation is indeed a great opportunity,” Ye Li slowly stated. “But precisely because of its transcendence, the motive is even more unpredictable. Especially its deep understanding of Yixuan’s Celestial Maiden origin…”

She looked at Qin Yixuan. “Yixuan, what is your feeling?”

Qin Yixuan pondered for a moment. “The token’s aura makes the origin within my body feel very comfortable, even a little eager. That Emissary Yun Ying also gave me an… inexplicable sense of closeness, as if of the same bloodline. But,” she changed her tone, her eyes clear, “just as Ye Li said, we know little about their true purpose, and we must be wary.”

The Hermit Mu Yun nodded. “Caution is always good. The Nine Heavens Palace has a great reputation and does not seem to be a malevolent entity, but its internal factions and past history are little known to the outside world. This matter truly requires careful consideration.”

Just then, Ye Li’s expression changed as she sensed an urgent message transmitted by Lin Feng through the Shadow Pavilion’s special channel. She split a wisp of divine consciousness to read it.

The message contents caused her eyes to turn suddenly cold.

“Master, Yixuan,” Ye Li looked up, her tone grave. “I just received news that, in the days since we returned to the residence, more than one group of unidentified scouts has been discovered around the premises. Among them… is the aura of the ‘Dark Eye.’ Moreover, the Azure Water Pavilion seems to have also run into some ‘unexpected’ trouble.”

The expressions of the Hermit Mu Yun and Mister Water Mirror (the latter informed via Qin Yixuan) changed simultaneously.

“The ‘Dark Eye’… they are so brazen!” The Hermit Mu Yun exclaimed angrily.

“It seems that even if we want to keep a low profile, some people won’t allow it.” Ye Li sneered, her gaze falling back on the Nine Heavens Token. “The invitation from the Nine Heavens Palace, perhaps… is a chance to temporarily avoid the sharp edge and buy some time. At the very least, the ‘Dark Eye’s’ influence should not reach in there.”

Qin Yixuan held Ye Li’s hand tightly, her eyes firm. “Where you go, I go.”

The Hermit Mu Yun looked at the two. He knew they were no longer fledgling birds needing full protection but mighty eagles capable of facing the storm alone. He sighed, yet with pride. “Since you have made your decision, your Master supports you. The Nine Heavens Palace may be a den of dragons and tigers, but it is also a path to the heavens. With your temperament and strength, you should be able to manage. As for the Sect, your Master will hold down the fort. You need not worry.”

“Thank you, Master (Senior)!”

With the decision made, a sense of peace settled in their hearts. In the following days, they continued to consolidate their cultivation and familiarize themselves with the power of the Divine Power Realm. At the same time, through the Shadow Pavilion and Lin Feng, they secretly transferred and deployed their forces, preparing for their journey to the Nine Heavens Palace. Ye Li even secretly handed over some of the resources gained from the secret realm and the Prodigy Gathering, as well as some treasures unsuitable for travel, to Lin Feng for the development of the Shadow Pavilion in Central State.

Ten days later, Ye Li and Qin Yixuan bid farewell to the Hermit Mu Yun and Mister Water Mirror. Without alarming too many people, they quietly arrived at the largest cross-domain teleportation array in Central State—the “Starlight Ancient Array” located in the heart of Emperor’s City.

After presenting the Nine Heavens Token, the cultivators guarding the teleportation array immediately became extremely respectful, even showing a trace of awe. They activated the array leading to the specific coordinates.

Accompanied by dazzling starlight and vast spatial energy, the two figures vanished within the teleportation array.

This transmission was far more prolonged and stable than any before. It felt like traversing a stable channel constructed of starlight, surrounded by swirling galaxies and chaotic scenes, magnificent and spectacular.

After an unknown duration, a point of light appeared ahead and quickly expanded.

When the light dissipated and the sensation of solid ground returned, they found themselves on a massive white jade platform suspended above an endless sea of clouds. At the platform’s end stood a colossal, towering, awe-inspiring palace gate, radiating an aura of antiquity and authority, reaching straight into the Nine Heavens. Engraved above the gate in ancient divine script were four characters—

Nine Heavens Palace!

Several figures were already waiting before the palace gate. Leading them was the previously encountered Emissary Yun Ying. Beside her stood several men and women of imposing bearing and equally unfathomable cultivation. Judging by their attire, they were likely other supervisors or elders of the Palace.

Seeing Ye Li and Qin Yixuan appear, Emissary Yun Ying smiled warmly.

“Welcome to the Nine Heavens Palace.”