C48 Guests

Upon hearing the exchange, Rong Yu remained unmoved. The guards accompanying him, all hailing from the First Immortal Sect, were taken aback to see the Devil Sect's female cultivators showing little interest in Rong Yu. After all, he was widely sought after by female cultivators within the Immortal Domain, and yet, here he was being overlooked.

Who was this Eldest Senior Brother they spoke of, and why had his name never reached their ears? What was it about his appearance that drove these women to such frenzy?

Jiang Su, from a distance, noticed a cluster of Outer Sect female disciples, flamboyantly dressed, congregating at the mountain's base. Arriving just in time, he caught the tail end of their conversation.

"It's definitely my wife," he mused to himself, "treating even the Emperor with such indifference."

"Check-in complete! The Ring of Chaos is now secured in your storage space!"

Upon laying eyes on Rong Yu, Jiang Su remarked, "Wang Tian, Rong Yu does have a certain charm."

To which Wang Tian responded, "Yet he doesn't hold a candle to you."

Jiang Su's presence sparked an uproar, a sharp contrast to the lukewarm reception Rong Yu had received.

"Eldest Senior Brother has arrived!"

"Is it true? He's not at Sword Wing Peak for his cultivation today. He's come down the mountain! He's so dashing!"

"I'm so close to him! I missed out on going to the Medical Hall yesterday, but today, my luck has turned. He's incredibly handsome; I think I might swoon."

The female cultivators were beside themselves with excitement at the sight of Jiang Su, some on the verge of fainting.

A young man in white, carrying a three-foot sword and exuding an air of handsome tranquility, made his way past the group of female cultivators, seemingly oblivious to their fervent chatter.

The female cultivators and guards were not the only ones mesmerized; Rong Yu's gaze was fixed on the Eldest Senior Brother of the First Devil Sect. Jiang Su possessed a mysterious quality, a gentle yet noble aura, with a hint of sword energy concealed within his demeanor.

Rong Yu took note of Jiang Su's deliberate choice to take a longer path toward them. Was he intentionally avoiding the throng of adoring female cultivators?

Jiang Su's striking appearance was so extraordinary that he could easily rank among the top three in the Azure Cloud Rankings without any notable strength.

Moreover, Rong Yu discerned that Jiang Su's level of cultivation exceeded the Foundation Stage, justifying his esteemed status.

"Young Master Rong, I am Jiang Hee, the Eldest Senior Brother of the First Devil Sect," Jiang Su introduced himself with a subtle smile.

A chorus of shrieks erupted from the female cultivators.

"Hello, my master delivered an invitation yesterday. When is the Female Ruler expected to return from the Domain Lord's Palace?" Rong Yu inquired promptly.

"The Female Ruler seldom visits the First Devil Sect. You ought to have sought an audience with her at the Domain Lord Palace," Jiang Su replied.

No sooner had Jiang Su spoken than a figure in tattered gray garb approached from the mountain's base, his clothing riddled with holes.

"Master!" exclaimed Jiang Su.

Upon his arrival, the crowd greeted him in harmony, "Greetings, Elder Chiu Yue!"

Elder Chiu Yue made his way to Jiang Su's side, facing Rong Yu.

Rong Yu was taken aback by the disheveled appearance of the preeminent leader of the Devil Sect's Four Great Elders, yet he composed himself and said, "My name is Rong Yu."

Elder Chiu Yue acknowledged Rong Yu's bow with a slight lift of his hand before leaning in to whisper to Jiang Su as if they were alone.

"Do you know this Rong Yu?" Elder Chiu Yue inquired of his disciple.

Jiang Su, bewildered, had no recollection of the body's original owner meeting Rong Yu and honestly admitted, "I do not know him."

Having been a chef within the First Devil Sect, it seemed improbable that Jiang Su would be acquainted with Rong Yu, the prodigy of the Immortal Domain.

Elder Chiu Yue regarded Rong Yu with disdain. In terms of appearance, his disciple surpassed him, and when it came to talent and cultivation, there was no comparison. Rong Yu, no matter his prowess, couldn't hold a candle to Jiang Su.

Jiang Su truly deserved the title of a super genius.

The Female Ruler had previously declined an audience with the Emperor of Tianqi, yet now she had surprisingly granted permission for such an insignificant figure to enter the First Devil Sect. This piqued Elder Chiu Yue's curiosity. Perhaps Rong Yu's intentions were not entirely benevolent.

Moreover, the Female Ruler insisted that Rong Yu and his disciple be housed together. Quite an odd request, indeed.

"Rong Yu, the Female Ruler has granted your audience. You may enter the First Devil Sect, but your entourage is not permitted."

Before departing, Ye Qing had briefed Rong Yu on several matters. Faced with this scenario, he remained unflustered.

"Elder Chiu Yue, could you summon the sect's disciples? These are gifts from the Royal Family of Tianqi for the Female Ruler and her consort, Jiang Su."

Jiang Su's ears tinged with red upon hearing Rong Yu's words.

The consort of the Female Ruler, Jiang Su.

He quite liked the sound of that title.

Wang Tian, who stood behind Jiang, fixed his gaze on Rong Yu. He had an aversion to such scholarly types. Despite the outward appearance of integrity, there was a chance he was up to no good.

The Royal Family of Tianqi's visit had brought members of the Prince's family, yet the First Immortal Sect merely sent a single disciple. Were they here to assess the current strength of the Devil Domain?

It was clear this man intended to relay information back to the Immortal Domain.

Upon Rong Yu's announcement, the female cultivators yearning to approach Jiang Su feigned modesty and stepped forward. They accepted the boxes from the guards, all the while gauging Elder Chiu Yue's reaction, anxious he might chastise them for their eagerness.

It was noteworthy how Elder Chiu Yue's demeanor towards the Eldest Senior Brother contrasted sharply with his treatment of them. With the Eldest Senior Brother, he was tender and attentive, yet with them, he was nothing short of stern.

"If that's the case, please come with me."

As the party reached the base of Sword Wing Peak, Elder Chiu Yue commanded, "You all are to take these items to the Carefree Pavilion for now. Young Master Rong Yu, follow me up the peak. The Female Ruler has arranged for you to stay here temporarily."

At these words, Jiang Su instantly grasped the reason behind Elder Chiu Yue's earlier inquiry.

Why had his wife decided to lodge Rong Yu here?

Was she testing whether he would ally with the Immortal Domain, snoop around the Devil Domain for intelligence, and collude with the Immortal Domain from within?

Neither the original host nor he himself harbored any affection for the Royal Family of Tianqi.

Being unable to cultivate made the original host a perceived burden, and as such, he was dispatched to the Carefree Sect by the Royal Family of Tianqi at a young age. Frankly speaking, had it not been for his betrothal to the Empress of the Devil Sect, the Royal Family might have disposed of him long before.

As for him, a modern-day transplant, it was out of the question to feel any attachment to the Royal Family of Tianqi, with whom he had never resided. Instead, he found a sense of belonging with the First Devil Sect—it felt more like home to him.

After all, that's where both his wife and mentor could be found.