Land of Baiyue.
Several years ago, a mysterious and powerful figure arrived in the land of Baiyue. With great effort and vast resources, he constructed an enormous city.
It was named Baiyue City.
Many people who had lost their homes due to Qin's conquest of the Six Kingdoms migrated there.
Over the years, this city grew into a thriving and unprecedented metropolis.
Because Baiyue City never involved itself in conflicts between nations, and because the Queen of Baiyue and her sisters possessed terrifying strength, even the mighty Ying Zheng did not dare to pressure them too much.
As a result, Baiyue City has remained peaceful all these years.
Perhaps in the eyes of the Qin imperial court, Baiyue City was of little consequence.
But within the martial world, especially among the Hundred Schools of Thought, no one dared to underestimate them.
Even the powerful Yin Yang School, Dao School, Confucian School, and Agricultural School were cautious about making enemies of them.
There were several known Great Grandmasters residing there on the surface.
Who could say whether there were hidden Land Immortals behind the scenes?
Now, with the appearance of the Nine Provinces Golden Ranking, the world's eyes once again turned toward them.
Su Yue, as the princess of Baiyue City, clearly held an extremely noble status.
She might not be connected to the Yin Yang School's Eastern Monarch.
But her connection to the mysterious Azure Lotus Sword Immortal was undoubtedly profound.
It was even possible that the one who built Baiyue City was the Azure Lotus Sword Immortal himself.
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Baiyue City, Royal Palace, Imperial Garden.
A gentle and beautiful melody echoed through the air.
Countless birds flew into the garden from all directions.
They perched quietly on tree branches and rooftops, listening intently to the music.
The tune resembled the flowing of mountain streams and drifting clouds.
It brought people into a state of tranquility and peace.
It was soothing and refreshing to the soul.
"Auntie Nong Yu, how did I do with this song?"
A cute and chubby-cheeked little girl, with an exquisitely delicate face, smiled brightly as she looked toward the elegant woman beside her, asking with anticipation.
"Yue'er is truly smart. In just three months, you've already mastered 'Birdsong in the Empty Mountains' so beautifully. You're almost on par with me."
"Look at all these birds around us. Even they love your music!"
Nong Yu smiled warmly, her eyes full of affection and tenderness.
"Of course! I've always been smart and pick up things quickly."
The little girl proudly puffed out her chest, clearly delighted by the praise.
Just then, a few more women entered the garden, as if they had stepped right out of a painting.
"Aunt Yan Lingji, Aunt Zi Nu!"
"You little brat, how many times have I told you to call me big sister? Calling me 'auntie' makes me feel old."
Yan Lingji, wearing a brilliant red-gold royal robe, smiled charmingly.
"But Auntie is not old at all, you're so beautiful."
"You sweet talker. You're just like that troublesome father of yours, always saying the nicest things to make me happy."
At that moment, the Golden Ranking updated.
When they saw Su Yue's name appear on the list, everyone's expression changed.
"Yue'er made the ranking?"
"Well, it makes sense. Even though she's only five, being ranked first is truly deserved."
"She already has the strength of a Great Grandmaster. If we hadn't been suppressing her cultivation together, she would have already broken through."
Zi Nu shook her head and sighed.
"Auntie Zi Nu, this is the pill that Heaven rewarded me with. Do you want it?"
The little girl held up a fragrant pill curiously.
Its scent was refreshing and invigorating.
It was undoubtedly a top-grade pill.
"It's a reward from Heaven, you should take it immediately. We will stand guard while you absorb it."
Zi Nu urged her quickly.
Su Yue nodded and didn't refuse. She swallowed the pill on the spot.
In the next moment.
A unique aroma spread in all directions.
In the astonished gazes of Zi Nu, Yan Lingji, and Nong Yu, a faint lotus-shaped illusion enveloped Su Yue.
It rapidly enhanced her physique and even her spirit.
"With this Physique Pill, Yue'er's future will go beyond what any of us can imagine."
"Yes, this small Baiyue will no longer be able to contain her."
"I really don't understand why that heartless man has never returned all these years."
"To leave such a cute daughter behind and not care at all. Hmph."
"Maybe... maybe he doesn't even know he has a daughter."
"Does he think building a city for us was enough to call it done?"
"Dream on. He messed with us and then ran away. Does he think it's that easy?"
"That scoundrel is hopeless."
"After so many years, who knows how many women he's seduced by now?"
"Just now, we received word that Eastern Monarch of the Yin Yang School has broken free. It's likely she has already entered the Land Immortal realm."
"From now on, not even Eastern Sovereign Tai Yi will be able to restrain her."
"When she entrusted Yue'er to us back then, we truly did not betray her trust."
"Look! Yue'er is waking up!"
The three women all turned to Su Yue with curious expressions.
The Physique Pill would grant her a physique perfectly matched to her own.
It would have miraculous benefits for her future cultivation.
Even after entering the Land Immortal realm, it would still provide immense support.
"So fragrant!"
"It smells like lotus blossoms. My goodness, it smells just like that scoundrel."
"Could it be that Yue'er inherited the same physique as him?"
Especially Yan Lingji, who was filled with astonishment.
That scent was far too familiar to them.
Just as she finished speaking, Su Yue opened her eyes.
The three women's eyes lit up and they were struck by how breathtaking she was.
The girl looked as if she had been carved by the hands of the heavens.
Though her appearance hadn't changed much, her aura made her unforgettable at a glance.
When she grew up, she would undoubtedly be a peerless beauty capable of toppling kingdoms.
"Yue'er, what physique did you awaken?"
"It's called the Azure Lotus Physique. Auntie Zi Nu's lessons suddenly all made sense to me."
"Also, I've fully mastered the Azure Lotus Sword Song that my mother left me."
"If I wanted to, I could break through to the Grandmaster realm right now."
Upon hearing her answer, the three women exchanged looks.
A flash of shock passed through their eyes.
That scoundrel really did possess the Azure Lotus Physique.
"Yue'er, don't be in a rush to break through just yet. Make sure you understand the Golden Ranking's rules first."
"If breaking through makes them take back your reward, that would be bad."
The little girl hesitated for a while, then suddenly asked:
"The Hidden Dragon Ranking says my father is the Azure Lotus Sword Immortal. What kind of person is he?"
"Why has he never come to see me?"
"Does he not like me?"
Zi Nu stepped forward and gently patted her head.
"Yue'er is so lovable. How could he not like you?"
"Now that he knows you ranked first, he will definitely come to see you."