From the very start of the story, the protagonist hails from the same branch as Ye Ping’an. As the plot unfolds, nearly every crisis ripples through this particular branch.
Meanwhile, the region of Moyou, where Xuanzing Sect is located, was ravaged by the Blood Demon early on. Because of this early devastation, subsequent dangerous plotlines largely spare this area.
However, if Xuanzing Sect survives the Blood Demon calamity, future crises could still descend upon it. In the later stages of the story, an event even threatens the entirety of Tianxuan Holy Land.
The mastermind behind this sinister conspiracy is none other than the leader of the protagonist’s faction—a figure known as the Demoness.
Rumored to have originated from a demonic sect on par with Tianxuan Holy Land, she was driven to vengeance after her sect was annihilated by a coalition of righteous forces.
In the story, this perilous Demoness goes so far as to rig the spiritual veins of Tianxuan Holy Land with explosive formations.
To prove her resolve, she detonates an entire branch vein—the very one where the protagonist, Feng Aotian, and Xuanzing Sect reside.
Of course, being part of the same organization as the protagonist—and second only to the shadowy mastermind—the Demoness is described as a breathtaking beauty, flawless in both appearance and figure, so much so that even Feng Aotian, the protagonist, is left smitten.
Through Feng Aotian’s silver-tongued persuasion, the Demoness ultimately lays down her blade, disarms the remaining explosive formations, and is “redeemed,” joining the protagonist’s harem.
Yet, despite this redemption, the branch vein where Xuanzing Sect is located lies in ruins.
Even if Xuanzing Sect survives the Blood Demon’s threat, the Demoness’s catastrophic detonation will inevitably drag it back to the brink of destruction.
This is why Ye Ping’an has no intention of letting his junior sister cultivate in the usual way. Instead, he plans to guide her down the path reserved for true prodigies. What defines a prodigy?
Simply put, it’s being the strongest among peers.
Strength stems from various sources: techniques, treasures, experience, talent, and, most crucially, the depth of one’s cultivation.
This depth is akin to a foundation—the stronger it is, the easier it becomes to break through to higher realms. Even cross-tier battles become routine.
Take the first realm for cultivators, Qi Refining. In Moyou, reaching the tenth layer of Qi Refining is considered extraordinary, earning one the title of a once-in-a-century prodigy.
Most cultivators in Moyou consume a Foundation Building Pill at the seventh layer, forcing a breakthrough to the Foundation Building stage.
In Tianxuan Holy Land, however, the tenth layer is merely above average. Only the eleventh layer qualifies as prodigious.
Across the broader world, the eleventh layer is just passable—only the twelfth layer marks a true prodigy.
Yet, in the grand sweep of history, even the twelfth layer is commonplace. Only those who reach the thirteenth layer are deemed true prodigies.
The depth of cultivation at each realm profoundly impacts one’s future growth and combat prowess.
For instance, a prodigy at the thirteenth layer of Qi Refining could easily overpower someone who broke through to Foundation Building at the tenth layer.
In a place like Moyou, where breakthroughs often rely on pills, such a prodigy could even dominate mid-stage Foundation Building cultivators.
Ye Ping’an’s junior sister, who shattered a testing stone, possesses precisely this kind of talent.
However, pursuing such depth requires an exponential increase in time. This is why Ye Ping’an seeks to confirm whether his junior sister bears a Reincarnation Seal.
If she does, awakening it would render time a non-issue.
Even if the Demoness detonates their branch vein in the future, an awakened junior sister, having reached unparalleled heights, could turn danger into opportunity.
Moreover, leveraging her connection with Feng Aotian, Ye Ping’an’s future would be secure. He could then find a curvaceous, plain-looking partner and live out his days in blissful contentment.
At this thought, Ye Ping’an paused. Why was he fixated on a curvaceous partner?
As for preferring a plain appearance, that was a recent realization. Just days ago, he learned this world leaned heavily toward yuri dynamics.
If he dared pursue a beautiful woman, he might incur the wrath of Feng Aotian, who, as the story shows, has a penchant for eliminating such threats.
With a goal in mind, success was already halfway achieved. Awakening a reincarnated soul is notoriously difficult.
The story describes several reincarnated powerhouses who only awakened their past-life memories under extreme anguish, skyrocketing to greatness shortly after.
Some were bullied to the breaking point before erupting. Others were betrayed by their beloved junior sister or sworn brother, nearly dying before awakening.
One even had a Supreme Bone dug out by their own brother, triggering their awakening. In short, the more tragic, the better.
Many powerhouses never awaken at all, living out their lives without ever enduring such pain.
Ye Ping’an, naturally, devised a solution. At the twelfth layer of Qi Refining, during Foundation Building, every cultivator gains a talent-based divine ability tied to their destiny.
By stripping his junior sister of this divine ability, plunging her into abject despair, she would awaken.
Depending on the situation, Ye Ping’an might even add a psychological blow for good measure.
Over the next few years, he would not only nurture her cultivation but also build her trust. That way, even if she awakened and learned the truth, she wouldn’t turn on him.
As Ye Ping’an savored his meal, Ye Ningyue, seated nearby, watched him closely. His once-pale complexion had begun to improve thanks to her nourishing dishes.
Before she could feel pleased, however, she noticed a sly, almost lecherous expression cross his face. Furious, she nearly shoved her young master into the ginseng broth.
She couldn’t believe he was already scheming mischief so soon after recovering. Suppressing her anger, she asked softly, “Young Master, what’s making you smile so happily?”
“Oh, thinking about Junior Sister!” Ye Ping’an replied without hesitation. After all, overseeing her cultivation alone would be impossible.
He needed Ye Ningyue, his closest confidante, to assist. She’d find out eventually, so he might as well tell her now.
Before he could elaborate, Ye Ningyue’s gentle expression turned icy. “Hmph! All you think about is that little vixen!” With that, she stormed off.
Scratching his head, Ye Ping’an was utterly baffled.
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