Two streams of divine light suddenly shot out from the rear hall of Zixiao Palace. Moving with blistering speed as if tearing through the fabric of space, they landed before Ancestor Hongjun in the blink of an eye. The light faded to reveal two youthful figures: Haotian and Yaochi. Haotian stood tall and straight, his white robes fluttering in the wind. Though his handsome face still bore a trace of youthful innocence, it was matched by a sharp cleverness, and his bright eyes seemed capable of perceiving everything around him. Yaochi possessed a graceful figure draped in colorful fairy garments, with a delicate and beautiful face like an immortal maiden descending from the heavens. Her obedient demeanor instantly won people's affection.
"Master, why have you summoned us?" Haotian and Yaochi asked in unison. Their crisp, melodious voices sounded like a mountain spring flowing, tinged with a hint of confusion. Their faces were full of curiosity, eyes wide open as they awaited Ancestor Hongjun's reply.
A rare, gentle smile touched Ancestor Hongjun's face, warm and bright like the spring sun. He slowly said, "Haotian, Yaochi, ever since I achieved the Dao, the two of you have followed by my side. All these years, I have seen with my own eyes how hard you have worked. Whether handling routine chores or assisting at crucial moments, you have done exceptionally well. Today, I have found an assignment for the two of you. I hope you will apply yourselves and not let me down!" His vo…
Chapter 159