novelapdf Chapter 162 Unless the Dao Disperses
Chapter 162 Unless the Dao Disperses
Chapter 163 Unless the Dao Disperses
Ling Xiaofeng sat upright like an old monk in meditation, his face expressionless, seemingly calm and undisturbed, but in reality, his heart was churning with turbulent emotions.
Holding her breath, she wanted to hear something from her daughter, yet she also felt a subtle resistance.
Just then, he suddenly felt a sharp pain in his waist.
It turned out to be the lady, who was lowering her eyes slightly and gently pinching him with her fingertips.
Ling Xiaofeng's lips involuntarily curled up slightly, revealing a hint of a smile, though he appeared reluctant.
In fact, most parents, especially fathers, hope that their precious daughter can find a good match and a suitable home.
But deep in his heart, the tenderness he couldn't bear to part with made him yearn for his daughter to stay with him forever.
It was as if she was still that little girl who needed his protection and was always surrounded by his love, living a carefree life within his reach.
This complex mix of emotions, sweet with a touch of bitterness, anticipation mixed with reluctance, is probably a common ailment among parents everywhere.
If—if we really heard a man's name from Ling'er's mouth.
snort!
Ling Xiaofeng's mind raced, and a barely perceptible glint flashed in the depths of his eyes.
As the father, he would naturally have to go and greet that lucky person properly beforehand.
As for how to "greet" someone?
Hmm—don't worry about it for now.
Besides, Ling Xiaofeng still hoped that his daughter could find another sincere emotional support, so that she wouldn't have to walk alone on this long and lonely path of immortality.
Especially after he and his wife left—
Ling Xiaofeng sighed inwardly.
Time flies, and years wait for no one.
I don't require my daughter to have a high level of cultivation in the person she admires.
No matter how high they go, they can't surpass him, a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.
Ling Xiaofeng only asked one thing: to be morally upright and devoted in love.
In his view, this is the greatest charm a man can possess.
It is something that women all over the world yearn for, yet cannot have.
As for the kind of man surrounded by beautiful women, with women on his left and right, that's a different story.
If my daughter really finds such a thing—
Ling Xiaofeng was certain that with one slap, he could smash the other person's head into their chest.
Ling Yuling was naturally unaware of the complex thoughts in her father's mind.
She looked at her mother, Wen Qing, her clear and cold eyes curving slightly as she gently shook her head.
"Mother, it's too early to talk about these things now. My mind is focused on cultivation. I can consider these romantic feelings after I've formed my Nascent Soul."
She is now at the mid-stage of Core Formation. With her exceptional talent as a Heavenly Spiritual Root and the full support of the Star Palace, her path of cultivation is smooth sailing.
With such a state of perfect spirit and abundant spiritual energy, breaking through to the late stage of Core Formation is probably just around the corner.
It's not surprising that Ling Yuling broke through to the Nascent Soul stage; it would be a real surprise if she didn't.
Wen Qing's expression was gentle. "Ling'er, I am truly gratified that you have such a mindset and are focused on the Great Dao. However, once you truly reach the Nascent Soul stage, finding someone you like will be extremely difficult. Status and position are one aspect, but the difference in cultivation levels between you is an invisible barrier. You should think this through carefully."
Over the years, the couple had practically read through all the secret texts in the Star Palace, and had long since given up hope.
There is no solution to the problem of the Primordial Magnetic Divine Light.
Unless—the road is deserted.
He went from the late-stage Nascent Soul realm to the Great Perfection realm, and his cultivation dissipated, returning him to the state he was in before cultivating the Primordial Magnetic Divine Light.
It's easy to say.
One can fall in one step, but not climb higher step by step.
You can't control whether you want to stay at a certain level.
The best outcome might be that they can barely maintain their mid-Nascent Soul stage cultivation.
More likely, he will fall directly to the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm.
Even if one is lucky enough to remain at the mid or early Nascent Soul stage, how long would it take to rebuild?
Not to mention, given the current unpredictable situation in the Chaotic Star Sea, the couple didn't even dare to think about it.
Ling Xiaofeng and Wen Qing's late-stage Nascent Soul cultivation is the cornerstone of the Star Palace and the greatest reliance for deterring external enemies.
If their cultivation level plummets, not to mention external factors.
It's truly unpredictable what thoughts might arise among the fellow disciples and law enforcement elders within the Star Palace.
Ling Yuling had a playful yet helpless expression on her face.
"There's nothing I can do about that. After all, men like Father are far too few in the world."
Upon hearing this, Ling Xiaofeng straightened his back instantly, couldn't help but smile slightly, and glanced quickly at his wife as if to say something.
did you see it?
My image in my daughter's heart is still a little bit higher, right?
Wen Qing rolled her eyes at him, then turned her gaze back to her daughter.
Looking at her graceful daughter before her, with her beautiful and refined face, a surge of tenderness welled up in her heart.
I love my daughter more and more every time I look at her.
How come in the blink of an eye, that little toddler who was learning to walk and babbling has grown into such a beautiful young woman?
It feels like I wasn't able to spend much time with her when she was little.
Ling Xiaofeng coughed lightly, cleared his throat, and said, "Didn't you always say you wanted to see places outside of Tianxing City?"
Ling Yuling's eyes suddenly lit up, as if the surroundings had brightened up a bit. Her pretty face couldn't hide her surprise and delight: "Father! Mother! So, you two agree?"
Looking at her daughter's joyful expression, Wen Qing's eyes were full of love. She took over the conversation, her tone gentle yet carrying an undeniable authority.
"Well, you've agreed, but you have to do one thing for us first. If you do it well, we won't restrict you as much anymore."
Upon hearing this, Ling Yuling's excitement subsided slightly, but the light in her eyes shone even brighter as she asked curiously, "What is it? I'll definitely do my best to help!"
She knew all too well that anything that could get her parents to agree and use it as a bargaining chip was no small matter.
Ling Xiaofeng and Wen Qing exchanged a glance.
The former said in a deep voice, "I'm asking you to invite someone to serve as an elder of the Star Palace."
"To serve as an elder of the Star Palace?"
Ling Yuling was slightly taken aback, and her delicate eyebrows unconsciously furrowed slightly.
She didn't agree immediately; instead, she calmed down and thought it over carefully.
Logically speaking, being able to serve as an elder of the Star Palace means that any Nascent Soul cultivator in the Chaotic Star Sea can not only wield some of the Star Palace's authority, but also obtain a portion of its resources.
Cultivators would likely be eager to obtain it, and flock to it like moths to a flame.
However, precisely because it was entrusted by her parents and in exchange for her long-cherished "freedom," Ling Yuling felt a sense of unease.
Ling Yuling's mind raced, her clear eyes scanning back and forth across her parents' faces, trying to catch a clue.
She probably doesn't need to worry about safety.
But we cannot agree rashly.
The couple, determined to get to the bottom of things, took in the fleeting changes in their daughter's expression.
From surprise to doubt, then to calm reflection, and finally to careful investigation.
A barely perceptible hint of approval flashed in Ling Xiaofeng's eyes as he exchanged a gratified look with Wen Qing.
Having made significant decisions beforehand, and being able to calmly reflect without blindly following others, already demonstrates the basic qualities required to govern a region.
Ling Yuling didn't inquire about the person's specific identity, cultivation level, or other details. Instead, she looked up at her parents and asked with unusual seriousness, "If they don't agree, will I have to stay in Tianxing City forever?"
When she asked this question, her expression was extremely focused, with an undeniable stubbornness.
Ling Xiaofeng nodded slightly.
In fact, it has already been proven that she has the room and ability to protect herself in the Inland Sea.
Upon hearing this, Ling Yuling's face showed obvious displeasure.
Wen Qing spoke up at the right moment, adding in a gentle tone, "Little Ling'er, no matter what the outcome, as long as you do your best, we will decide based on the situation."
Hearing this standard, which seemed somewhat vague and ambiguous, Ling Yuling felt puzzled.
She wanted to ask for more details, but then she thought that revealing all the details at this moment would defeat the true purpose of the trip.
The parents' actions likely had a deeper purpose.
They can't possibly stay in Tianxing City forever, can they?
Perhaps only by actually meeting that person can one understand their parents' true intentions.
"Alright, Ling'er understands, and will do her best."
After watching his girl disappear into the protective barrier of Yuanci Mountain, Ling Xiaofeng picked up the slightly cool teacup in his hand.
Wen Qing asked, "Do you think he'll agree to have our daughter invite that Fellow Daoist Lu?"
Ling Xiaofeng's lips curled into a knowing smile, and he chuckled, his tone certain: "Still not."
Wen Qing frowned slightly and pressed, "Then why did you still make Ling'er do something she knew was impossible?"
Then, her tone became somewhat teasing.
"You wouldn't actually be thinking of using a marriage alliance to arrange this, would you?"
"Pfft—cough cough—"
Ling Xiaofeng had just picked up another cup of tea and taken a sip when he heard this, and almost choked. He glared at Wen Qing in annoyance.
"Madam, please don't make such jokes anymore. No matter what, I, Ling Xiaofeng, would never allow my precious daughter to marry a seven or eight hundred-year-old man!"
Wen Qing just looked at him with a smile.
Ling Xiaofeng casually pressed a fallen peach petal to the bottom of his cup. "Sometimes, when life is too smooth, it's not a good thing. Yu Ling is exceptionally talented, born at the pinnacle of this star palace, showered with love and privilege, her path of cultivation unobstructed. What she lacks isn't resources, nor protection, but a true setback—a trial that makes her realize there are always higher levels and more capable people, and that not everything will go as she desires."
The headquarters of the Reverse Star Alliance.
An island located between Holy Demon Island and the Gate of Ten Thousand Laws.
Deep underground, a space was created.
A bronze mirror, hundreds of feet in diameter, floats in the cave. On the mirror, two rows of chairs are placed, each with more than twenty chairs.
A handsome young man wearing a tall crown, holding a restriction token, walked calmly into the room.
After activating the ancient mirror array, he took out a stick of incense and placed it steadily on the altar in the west, corresponding to the seven constellations.