Chapter One Hundred and Sixteen: Farewell

Yun Chuxue arrived at the grand imperial palace, marveling at its magnificent construction, feeling deeply satisfied.

Entering the main hall of the palace, Yu Ke asked Yun Chuxue to sit down and handed her a cup of hot tea with both hands.

Yun Chuxue took a sip and asked, "Yu Ke, there have been significant changes over these years, haven't there?"

"Yes, Auntie. Since the time you left, I followed your plan and established eight major academies. Initially, some of the old aristocrats and certain families resisted this system, but later we gradually discovered that this academy system could better unearth talents. Now our empire boasts a plethora of talents, with over a hundred Spiritual Masters above the mid-stage of the Spiritual God Realm."

"Good, I'm satisfied."

At this moment, a look of melancholy appeared on Yu Ke's face.

"What's wrong, Yu Ke?"

"Our border patrol soldiers discovered a tribe thousands of miles away in the north. The tribe is large in scale, and I'm afraid they might become a threat to us in the future."

"No need to worry. I know that tribe. You should establish diplomatic relations with them, ensuring peaceful relations between the two tribes without conflict."

"Alright, I'll follow your advice."

Having said that, Yun Chuxue inquired about the situation of Yun Ziqi and the others. Yu Ke replied,

"They are currently residing in a separate courtyard in the palace. Yun Yuning has also gotten married, and the two of them are probably taking care of their grandson."

"What about Ruo Yu?"

"Ruo Yu has been living in the Snow World Garden. However, Shen Zixuan has grown up, and I heard that he recently regained his memory."

"Is that so? I'll go and see them later."

"Alright, I'll accompany you."

After the two finished speaking, they got up and headed towards the Snow World Garden.

On the way, Yun Chuxue noticed that the main hall of the palace was not located at the former site of the Spirit Master Pavilion. The Spirit Master Pavilion had been demolished and replaced with a rear garden. Considering its vast size, the garden was truly spectacular.

Moreover, the current main hall of the imperial palace was not located in the former Qingyun City; it was built outside the former Qingyun City. The entire former Qingyun City now constituted the northern part of the palace, occupying half of the entire palace.

Upon arriving at the Snow World Garden, Yun Chuxue felt a long-lost sense of familiarity, as if she could see the moments she had spent with Yu Zhi and Yu Zixi, reminiscing about their past.

Upon entering, she saw a middle-aged woman holding a child's hand, walking in the courtyard. The middle-aged woman's smile was radiant, radiating happiness.

"Ruo Yu?"

The middle-aged woman turned around upon hearing the voice, and upon seeing Yu Ke and a silver-haired woman, she couldn't help but utter two words, "Mom... Mom."

The child also looked over, his eyes filled with surprise. "Mommy, are you back?"

"Yes, it's me."

Seeing the mother and son recognize each other, Yu Ke didn't want to disturb them, so he left with his people.

Yun Chuxue walked forward and looked at the young Shen Zixuan, smiling,

"Little Xuan, have you recovered?"

"Yes, Ruo Yu waited for me for sixty years." Saying this, he looked affectionately at Tang Ruoyu.

"Mom, your hair..."

"It's nothing. I came back to see you. Seeing you recover, I can rest assured."

"Where are you going next?"

"To seek revenge." Yun Chuxue's eyes revealed a murderous intent.

"Wishing you safety."

Yun Chuxue handed Tang Ruoyu a pill, explaining, "Ruo Yu, Mom won't let you wait in vain for sixty years. This is the Reverse Youth Pill. As time passes, your age will become younger and your strength will regress. In ten years, your age will be the same as Shen Zixuan's. You two can have another wedding, although I won't be there..."

Yun Chuxue's voice trailed off, her eyes filled with tears.

"Mom..." Both of them exclaimed simultaneously.

"Goodbye."

Yun Chuxue finished speaking and quickly left the spot, encountering Yu Ke waiting outside.

"Yu Ke, remember what I said."

"Yes, I will remember every word you said."

Yun Chuxue patted Yu Ke's shoulder, "Take care of the Snow World Empire."

"Mm. Auntie, here's something for you."

Yu Ke handed Yun Chuxue two books, which were the diaries of Yu Zhi and Yu Zixi.

In the blink of an eye, Yun Chuxue took the books and disappeared. Then, she returned to the main hall of the imperial palace with her people.

Yun Chuxue flew straight towards the Mu Ya tribe. With her current strength, it would only take her seven days to reach the Mu Ya tribe.

Arriving above the tribe, Yun Chuxue exclaimed,

"No wonder Yu Ke is so wary of this tribe. Mu Ya has already developed the tribe to such a large scale."

Yun Chuxue landed in the center of the tribe, where patrolling soldiers surrounded her.

Yun Chuxue smiled bitterly, "Do you think you can stop me?"

With these words, the soldiers began to retreat, exchanging glances with each other.

"Who are you? How dare you disturb our sacred land?"

"High Priest, long time no see."

The High Priest stared at Yun Chuxue for a moment, then suddenly woke up, "You're Yun Chuxue? What happened to your hair..."

"It's nothing. Where's Mu Ya?"

"At the leader's place."

"Alright, take me there."

The High Priest led Yun Chuxue towards the leader's residence. Along the way, Yun Chuxue was particularly surprised by the earth-shattering changes in the tribe.

"Your tribe has developed rapidly."

"Thanks to your blessings, we have rebuilt the tribe, and now it's several times larger than before."

Upon reaching the leader's residence, Yun Chuxue felt the novelty of its reconstruction.

Inside, she saw Mu Ya in the study, handling documents. Yun Chuxue could see the weathered face of Mu Ya, reflecting the passage of time.

"Mu Ya, long time no see."

Mu Ya raised her head, seeing the silver-haired Yun Chuxue, the Yun Chuxue she had longed for.

She got up slightly, not knowing what to say.

"Yun Chuxue, come, have a seat."

Yun Chuxue sat down beside Mu Ya, feeling a familiar sensation after a long absence.

"Mu Ya, you've worked hard."

"Ah, it's nothing. As long as the tribe's strength can grow, I'm content. The Eight Elements Primordial Art you gave me has enhanced the strength of the entire tribe. Now, there are seventy-eight Spiritual God Realm experts within the tribe."

"Yes, let them cultivate well. This technique is suitable for all spiritual body attributes."

Mu Ya stroked Yun Chuxue's silver hair, saying with concern, "Yun Chuxue, what happened to your hair?"

"I practiced too hard, so my hair ended up like this."

"Mm."

"Shall we have some wine?"

"Sure."

At night, moonlight bathed the tribe, casting it in a silvery-white hue, which also illuminated Mu Ya's joyful eyes.

The two drank a jar of wine, gazing at the moonlight, sighing,

"Time passes so quickly. Sixty years have passed in the blink of an eye. I've grown old, but you haven't changed at all."

"I haven't changed yet; my hair has turned white. Haha."

"Haha."

"Yun Chuxue, what are your plans next?"

"I'm going to another continent to avenge Yu Zhi and Xixi."

Mu Ya placed her hand on Yun Chuxue's shoulder, encouraging her, "Go ahead, I believe in you."

"Mm, thank you, Mu Ya."

"It's nothing."

Little did Yun Chuxue know that when she mentioned going to another continent just now, Mu Ya shed a few tears behind her back.

The Next Day

In the leader's residence, Mu Ya gave Yun Chuxue a spatial ring containing the herbs she had collected over the years. Using her spiritual sense to explore, Yun Chuxue saw the towering spiritual herbs and nodded in satisfaction.

As Yun Chuxue prepared to leave, Mu Ya stopped her. Mu Ya hugged Yun Chuxue tightly, tears welling up in her eyes. "Take care on your journey."

After saying this, she turned her back to Yun Chuxue, who glanced at Mu Ya's departing figure and then left.

After Yun Chuxue left, Mu Ya turned around, reluctantly watching Yun Chuxue's departing figure, unable to control her tears.

"I hope to see you again, Yun Chuxue."

Turning around to sit down, Mu Ya found two pills and a note on the table.

The note read, "One is a third-grade Reverse Youth Pill. After taking it, as time passes, your age will become younger until you reach your teenage years. The other is a Life-prolonging Pill, which will extend your lifespan to four hundred years. Wait for my return."

Mu Ya smiled tenderly and picked up the two pills...