Chapter 543 491: The Yin Yang Saint Master's Invitation to the Sword Immortal Dao Companions

「Three quiet days passed in the Cold Palace Sword Mansion.」

Under Pei Yuhang's meticulous care, Ye Liyuan's eyes had improved significantly. Today, she could finally remove her blindfold.

"Liyuan, I'm going to take it off now."

"Okay, Ah Han. Go ahead."

Feeling the person behind her carefully brush aside her black hair, Ye Liyuan's long eyelashes trembled slightly, and her fair fingers subconsciously twisted the corner of her robes.

As the darkness receded, a sliver of light seeped into her eyes like morning dew.

She slowly opened her eyes. At first, she could only make out a blurry figure, but it gradually came into focus—

It was the handsome face that had haunted her dreams, the face of her Ah Han, right before her.

Pei Yuhang's sharp brows were slightly furrowed, his star-like eyes filled with worry. Only after seeing her open her eyes successfully did a gentle smile appear on his face.

"Liyuan, how are you feeling now?"

"Ah Han!"

Overcome with emotion, Ye Liyuan threw herself into Pei Yuhang's arms, wrapping her own tightly around his neck and burying her face in his shoulder, sobbing softly.

Pei Yuhang's body stiffened for a moment, but seeing his Dao Companion so passionate, he began to relax.

'It seems Liyuan's eyes are fine now.'

Pei Yuhang raised a hand to gently stroke her cascading black hair, the worry on his brow vanishing completely.

However, Fan Xuan, hidden in Pei Yuhang's shadow, witnessed this scene, and her heart sank.

The Holy Daughter was currently unable to come herself, as she had to remain by the Sect Leader's side at all times. She could only instruct Fan Xuan to monitor Pei Yuhang.

Although Fan Xuan was no longer willing to continue deceiving Pei Yuhang...

...when it came to Ye Liyuan—that wicked woman who had cheated and hurt him—Fan Xuan's stance was firmly aligned with the Holy Daughter's!

'I will never allow this charlatan of a Fake Fairy, Ye Liyuan, to remain by Pei Yuhang's side and bring him harm!'

At this moment, watching Ye Liyuan nestled in Pei Yuhang's arms, Fan Xuan could only think that such a hypocritical display was completely undeserving of Young Master Pei's tenderness.

'On what grounds could a woman so deceitful and weak occupy the position of Pei Yuhang's officially wed Dao Companion with a clear conscience?'

'Fan Xuan would even accept it if the woman in that position was Lin Qianyan, the Jade Pool Saintess!'

'After all, she was a favored daughter of the heavens capable of surpassing even the Holy Daughter. Whether in terms of power, status, beauty, or her sincere love for Pei Yuhang, Fan Xuan found her flawless.'

'If she were to become Pei Yuhang's Dao Companion, Fan Xuan believed that even the Holy Daughter, despite her reluctance, would have to think twice before trying to get close to Pei Yuhang, let alone steal him away.'

'And if even the Holy Daughter had no chance, then other wicked women wouldn't stand a prayer!'

'With Saintess Lin around, those wicked women would no longer dare to covet Pei Yuhang.'

'Young Master Pei... he would find true happiness.'

'Even though the woman who brought Young Master Pei happiness wouldn't be me...'

'But if it meant Pei Yuhang could find the best possible future, Fan Xuan was willing to just be a witness and see that day come.'

It was precisely because Fan Xuan had reached this noble realization that the more she looked at Ye Liyuan, the more she found her an eyesore.

'She's weak, unable to protect Pei Yuhang, only leaving him to be coveted by a pack of hungry, wicked women.'

'A woman like that... staying by Young Master Pei's side will only be a stumbling block on his path to happiness!'

Therefore, Fan Xuan immediately sent a secret transmission, her tone tinged with dissatisfaction and warning.

[Young Master Pei, acting like this... have you completely forgiven Ye Liyuan?]

[Do you plan to forget the past and go back to being that enviable Sword Immortal Dao Companion pair?]

Hearing Fan Xuan's words, Pei Yuhang fell silent for a moment as he looked at the sweetly smiling Dao Companion in his arms, then replied:

[Liyuan is too fragile right now, both physically and emotionally. I'm not sure if she would break down if I left her...]

[As for what to do about Liyuan, we can only put it off for now... For the time being, let's just let her rest and recover.]

When Fan Xuan heard Pei Yuhang wanted to postpone the decision, she grew incredibly anxious.

[Young Master Pei! The more you drag this out, the harder it will be to let her go later!]

[Only a clean break will allow you to completely escape this vortex that is Ye Liyuan! Even if she gets hurt, or even... isn't that just the consequence of her own actions?]

[Young Master Pei, you've already done more than enough for Ye Liyuan!]

...

Nestled in Pei Yuhang's arms, Ye Liyuan vaguely sensed his suppressed emotions.

She looked up, asking with a hint of confusion and unease, "Ah Han, what's wrong?"

"Are you not feeling well?"

Sensing his Dao Companion's concern, Pei Yuhang pressed his lips together and forced a smile.

"It's nothing, Liyuan. You're still very weak. I'll go make some soup for you."

"Okay. You're so good to me, Ah Han~!"

From within the shadows, Fan Xuan watched this exchange and clenched her fists in frustration.

'Damn it... Pei Yuhang, why can't you just be a little more heartless toward Ye Liyuan?'

'Even if you acted like a scumbag who uses and discards women, no one would blame you!'

Just as Fan Xuan was pondering how to make Pei Yuhang completely give up on that burden, Ye Liyuan...

...a familiar aura descended upon the Cold Palace Sword Mansion.

Pei Yuhang and Ye Liyuan looked up at the same time. In contrast to the surprise and vigilance in Pei Yuhang's eyes, the more naive Ye Liyuan directly called out the newcomer's name.

"Sister Miaoyan!"

"It's been a while, Sister Liyuan."

Shang Miaoyan descended gracefully, her sleeves fluttering. Her vibrant red skirt billowed out like a blooming red lotus.

Ignoring Pei Yuhang's hostile gaze, she raised a hand and greeted Ye Liyuan with a smile.