blueteamnovel Chapter 233 Homecoming
Chapter 233 Homecoming
Upon seeing Shangguan Yuyang depart, Gu Lan didn't linger further but made his way directly back to the palace. At this hour, the palace was shrouded in dim lights.
Inside the Hall of Nurturing Harmony, Mu Yuyan was illuminated by a single candle as she reviewed memorials.
Liu Yexi stood at the doorway, flanked by two rows of guards ensuring the safety of the hall, while also awaiting Mu Yuyan's summons for tasks.
Upon Gu Lan's arrival, Liu Yexi opened her mouth to report but was waved off by Gu Lan.
"Attend to your duties," he said with a light smile. "I shall check on the madam myself."
Liu Yexi smiled faintly and withdrew. As the prince and the emperor interacted daily, she naturally wouldn't disturb them here.@@@@
"Madam?" Gu Lan entered the Hall of Nurturing Harmony and approached Mu Yuyan, suddenly speaking.
Mu Yuyan was startled at first, then upon seeing Gu Lan, she couldn't help but lift her head and lightly chide him with her brush, "You startled us greatly."
"Why return so late? How went the discussion?" Mu Yuyan sat upright, her gaze composed, appearing calm and collected on the surface.
Yet, her nostrils subtly twitched, already catching a hint of fragrance from Gu Lan's person. Did Gu Lan not notice her slight thoughts?
Gu Lan approached directly, first taking the brush tightly held in Mu Yuyan's hand and placing it on the brush stand. With a sweep of his hand, Mu Yuyan's graceful figure was lifted onto Gu Lan's lap.
Seated on the dragon bed, Gu Lan held her slender waist, causing Mu Yuyan to blush and unable to maintain her composure. "What are you doing? I'm discussing official matters with you..."
Gu Lan shamelessly held on, then continued, "I know, but I enjoy discussing matters with Your Majesty like this."
"Does Your Majesty not enjoy it?" Mu Yuyan's face flushed red with embarrassment. Unable to break free, she acquiesced to Gu Lan, lying softly in his embrace, her delicate finger hooking onto one of Gu Lan's ears as she softly spoke, "You have yet to answer Us."
Mu Yuyan's heart was tied to Gu Lan's, and despite holding onto his ear, she felt no pain. Gently removing Mu Yuyan's slender jade hand, and inhaling the fragrance of the woman in his arms, Gu Lan recounted the events of the evening.
Learning that Gu Lan had recruited a formidable ally... well, not exactly recruited, but their strength was indeed formidable, Mu Yuyan couldn't help but feel happy for Gu Lan. Stay tuned for updates on My Virtual Library Empire
According to Gu Lan, Shangguan Yuyang could possibly be a figure from the same era as the Chiyang Saint Sovereign. With the assistance of such a powerful individual, their future achievements and usefulness were promising!
"Alright, I've explained everything. There's no need for jealousy, my dear," Gu Lan smiled, taking off his outer garment for the palace attendants to change, to prevent Mu Yuyan from occasionally feeling jealous.
Seeing Mu Yuyan pout, the conversation shifted. "We're not angry..."
"We just wonder, is this Shangguan Yuyang as good-looking as Us?"
"How about his physique?" Mu Yuyan's eyes were fixed on Gu Lan as if awaiting his praise.
Gu Lan couldn't help but laugh. Mu Yuyan was too adorable, but after all these years, he was well-prepared. As soon as Mu Yuyan finished speaking, he replied firmly, "Of course, he is far inferior to Your Majesty!"
"Well said, Zhe Liang!"
Zhongren chimed in, "Count me in, aiming to elevate myself soon!"
"You can do whatever you want, but I don't need to cultivate my bloodline power. It improves automatically, haha!"
Gu Xiaoqi burst into laughter, not caring that she had been the one flying these two around the whole journey.
The three arrived in the courtyard while Gu Lan sat on the wicker chair, leisurely sipping tea. "I heard Xiaoqi's voice from afar. How was your expedition this time?"
"Master!" Gu Xiaoqi exclaimed joyfully, bounding over. Zhongren and Zhe Liang followed behind.
The three stood before Gu Lan, bowing respectfully.
"Big Brother Gu, I return the Primordial Sword to you!"
"We owe our lives to the Primordial Sword bestowed by Big Brother Gu. Without it, the three of us would have perished in the Ancient Abyssal Realm!" Zhongren took out the Primordial Sword, feeling deeply moved.
Before, he hadn't realized its significance, but this time, taking the Primordial Sword to the Melted Origin Realm, at the critical moment, its power helped them slay Chilian.
He sensed Gu Lan's formidable strength for the first time. And it was just a casual strike with the Primordial Sword sealed within Gu Lan's sword body. It illustrated how powerful Gu Lan truly was beneath his seemingly ordinary blue robes!
Gu Xiaoqi also stepped forward and said, "Yes, Master!"
"You didn't see how powerful the monsters in that realm were!"
"They had elusive movements, and were despicable creatures among demons!"
"They even launched psychic attacks, making it difficult to defend against!"
"We almost ended up like other cultivators, but thanks to Zhongren's use of the power left by Master in the Primordial Sword, we managed to slay them!"
"We cut a monster in half with just one strike of the sword!"
Excitement and awe-filled Gu Xiaoqi's voice as she spoke, gesturing to indicate the massive bodies of the monsters.
Listening to their accounts, Gu Lan nodded with a smile. "Though this journey was perilous, it was also a valuable experience."
"It will surely toughen your resolve."
"Young people should experience more... Don't be like me, thinking that reading books alone leads to the pinnacle of human existence. It's really quite dull..." Gu Lan chuckled as he looked at the three.
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