Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 685 - 340 Luoxue’s Determination

Chapter 685: Chapter 340 Luoxue’s Determination

Zhenxuan Mountain, not too big, not too small, yet possesses a unique world of its own.

This place is comprised of four peculiar peaks, each distinct in their characteristics.

One of the peaks is perpetually blanketed in pure white snow, with biting cold winds resembling deep winter. At the summit grows a millennium-old ice lotus, crystalline and translucent, exuding a faint, chilling glow.

This peak is where the forbidden area of Zhenxuan Mountain lies, and where the Taoist Ancestor’s tomb is located.

Another peak enjoys perpetual spring, adorned with flourishing blooms, lush greenery, and swirling clouds of auspicious vapor. This is the main peak.

Here, disciples train and receive incense-offering visitors on ordinary days.

The third peak basks in the searing heat of summer, with the scorching sun beating down as if the entire mountain is being set ablaze. The mountain rocks take on a molten appearance, fiery and intense.

Disciples undergo trials and hone their skills in this location.

Moreover, the current Sect Leader of Zhenxuan Mountain, Qi Tianjun, resides here.

This peak also houses a forbidden area, known as the Phoenix Blood Pool.

The last peak is saturated with the essence of autumn.

Golden hues spread throughout the mountainside, fallen leaves fluttering down, and branches heavy with abundant fruits emanating tempting aromas that attract all manner of beasts and birds seeking sustenance.

This is where the elders and stewards of the sect reside in tranquility, focusing on their cultivation.

"Without the support of powerful formations, it’s impossible to achieve such a magnificent spectacle. Zhenxuan Mountain truly deserves its reputation as the orthodox Taoist sect. Previously, this princess underestimated it."

Yelü Miaomiao admired the captivating landscape with a sigh.

At this moment, the three of them were on Qiushi Mountain.

Fallen leaves carpeted the mountain path, the trees dazzling in their colors. Walking through them felt like traversing a painted scroll.

Jiang Shouzhong couldn’t help but feel envious.

He thought to himself that if he could have four peaks like this in the future, living together with the woman he loved, it would surely be a great joy in life.

Unfortunately, this was someone else’s domain.

Otherwise, stripping off his clothes and playing a wild scene with the two girls by his side would also be quite romantic.

"Brother Jiang, where do you think Sister Ran would go?"

Qu Hongling suddenly asked.

Jiang Shouzhong exhaled a breath of turbid air, casually pinching a golden fallen leaf between his fingers, shaking his head and responding:

"I don’t know. Maybe something delayed her, and she’ll come here in a couple of days. Or perhaps, she returned to the Capital. It’s also possible... she doesn’t want to see me and is hiding."

The human heart is complex.

When you suddenly want to find someone, you can’t wait to appear right in front of them.

Yet as time passes and the distance narrows, you begin to feel conflicted and hesitant, afraid of meeting them.

Jiang Shouzhong couldn’t guess Ran Qingchen’s thoughts, but he himself was like that.

Coming to Zhenxuan Mountain, he felt both anticipation and fear.

Upon hearing that Ran Qingchen wasn’t here, he felt a bit lost but also somewhat relieved.

Love in this world is always such a contradiction.

"Husband, why don’t we sneak into the forbidden area and pry open the Taoist Ancestor’s coffin? Don’t wait around for Feng Yichen."

Yelü Miaomiao proposed, "Take back the Taoist River Map, and then we’ll make a run for it to find Ran Qingchen. With Senior Dugu here, I refuse to believe Zhenxuan Mountain’s group of lousy Taoists could stop us."

Jiang Shouzhong flicked the young girl’s forehead lightly and laughed, scolding:

"Your lousy idea would get us into big trouble. Besides, Master Luoxue, as the Vice Mountain Master of Wanshou Mountains and Rivers, has agreed to wait for three days. To go back on her word would hurt her reputation.

Moreover, let’s be honest—the most important thing is to gain the Taoist Ancestor’s recognition and pass the test. Even if we open his coffin prematurely, without his acknowledgment, it would also be meaningless."

Yelü Miaomiao pouted her rosy lips and said:

"If we don’t pass the test and take back the Taoist River Map, I’ll ask the Empress Dowager to mobilize troops and attack this place first. I refuse to believe that a mere Jianghu sect would dare confront an army."

Jiang Shouzhong broke into a sweat upon hearing this.

He felt that this girl wasn’t joking. If she were truly provoked, the consequences would undoubtedly be severe.

Whether the troops were mobilized or not, Yelü Miaomiao was certain to cause major trouble.

An inexplicable sense of pride welled up in him for a moment.

To manage such a proud and headstrong prairie jewel, he was quite formidable himself.

Of course, much of the credit should go to his second brother.

My second brother is invincible under heaven!

Qu Hongling was unwilling to be outdone, waving her delicate fists and declaring: "By then, I’ll lead the Demon Clan to settle accounts with Zhenxuan Mountain too. This was originally Brother Jiang’s possession, so why should they decide!"

Jiang Shouzhong patted the girl’s petite head and smiled, saying: "Alright, alright. With you two female bosses by my side, if you keep talking, I might get so excited I’ll start a rebellion."

"You could do that. Once we take back the Taoist River Map, you’ll come with me to Yanrong, and I’ll ask the Empress Dowager to promote you to Great General."

Yelü Miaomiao immediately painted a vivid picture with enthusiasm.

Qu Hongling linked her arms around Jiang Shouzhong’s and said, "No, Brother Jiang has to come back with me to the Demon Clan."

"Back to the Demon Clan?"

Yelü Miaomiao rolled her eyes dramatically and mocked, "What’s there to do in a group of beasts? Your Demon Clan’s Thousand Beasts Forest relies on our Yanrong. What could a Sky Demon Sect possibly amount to?"

Qu Hongling was infuriated by these remarks and immediately retorted:

"Going to your Yanrong would only make him a barbarian for a few days. Besides, power rests with Empress Dowager Xiao, not with you. A dignified Empress Dowager—how would she ever heed your commands in war?"

Seeing the two girls quarrel again, Jiang Shouzhong hurried to mediate, saying, "Alright, stop arguing. I’m not going with either of you; I just want to find Qingchen."

"Ha! Looks like the two of us combined don’t compare to one Ran Qingchen."

Yelü Miaomiao curled her lips.

Qu Hongling muttered, "Brother Jiang indeed cares most about Sister Ran."

Listening to the girls’ sarcastic tones, Jiang Shouzhong was left speechless.

What a surprise—just a moment ago, they were bitter rivals, but suddenly they’ve joined forces in an instant.

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