Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1616: Chapter 821: Miss, You’re Truly Beautiful

"I humbly request a report that the person entrusted by Gu Sheng seeks an audience with Pavilion Master Tantai."

Shen Qingtan’s voice came through the bronze mask, cold and solemn.

The guard leader glanced at the Jade Talisman, and his face instantly became exceedingly respectful, bowing as he spoke.

"Honored guests, please wait momentarily. I will immediately convey your request!"

He dared not delay, swiftly turned, and entered the pavilion.

Before long, a female Deacon dressed in elegant palace attire with a gentle demeanor came out quickly, greeting Shen Qingtan and Gu Yuanyuan with a graceful bow.

"Honored guests, the Pavilion Master invites you; please follow me."

Shen Qingtan nodded slightly, took Gu Yuanyuan by the hand, and followed the female Deacon into Linyin Pavilion.

The interior of the pavilion was far more spacious than it appeared from the outside, adorned with carved jade balustrades, treasures on display, spiritual energy lingering, and all the people who came and went carried a remarkable presence.

Gu Yuanyuan was dazzled, her small mouth slightly agape.

The female Deacon did not stop on the first floor but led the two directly to a concealed Transmission Array.

A flash of light, and the three appeared on an even more tranquil floor, where spiritual energy was so dense it was almost tangible.

They passed through several corridors, arriving at the door of an elegant and quiet chamber.

"Pavilion Master, the guests have arrived."

The female Deacon reported respectfully.

"Come in."

A clear and pleasant voice, carrying a peculiar rhythm, came from inside the room.

The female Deacon gently opened the door, stepping aside to let them in. Shen Qingtan, with Gu Yuanyuan, stepped inside.

The Quiet Room was arranged simply yet elegantly, with a woman standing at the window, seemingly overlooking the sights of the Underground City.

She wore a moon-white gown, her figure graceful, and just from the back, there was an air of solitude, as cold and distant as the moon.

Upon hearing footsteps, the woman slowly turned around.

Instantly, Shen Qingtan felt her breath catch!

The woman before her was of unparalleled beauty, as if all the world’s elegance had gathered in her body, brows like distant mountains shrouded in mist, eyes like autumn waters rippling, her aura chillingly aloof yet carrying an indescribable majesty.

What shocked Shen Qingtan to the core was that when the woman’s gaze settled upon her, a vast and profound spiritual power, pure and refined to the utmost, swept across her Sea of Consciousness in an instant!

That spiritual power was strong yet not domineering, carrying a deep insight that made her feel that all her secrets were laid bare under this gaze!

"What terrifying spiritual cultivation!"

Shen Qingtan felt a storm of awe within her heart, quickly collected herself, and respectfully saluted.

"Junior Shen Qingtan, greets Pavilion Master Tantai!"

Behind her, Gu Yuanyuan was even more intimidated by the invisible pressure, her face pale, instinctively hiding behind Shen Qingtan, only daring to peek with half her face.

Tantai Xueling’s gaze lingered on Shen Qingtan for a moment, nodding slightly, then fell upon Gu Yuanyuan.

In those deep eyes, there seemed a faint and imperceptible shift of light.

"No need for formalities."

Tantai Xueling’s voice remained clear, yet carried a nearly unnoticeable warmth.

"Did Gu Sheng send you?"

"Yes."

Shen Qingtan promptly replied, cautiously retrieving the small bronze palace exuding an ancient, mysterious aura from her bosom, and presented it with both hands.

"This item was entrusted by Gu; instructed that I must hand it personally to the Pavilion Master. Gu also said..."

She stepped aside, gently pushing Gu Yuanyuan forward.

"This is Miss Gu Yuanyuan, the new disciple of Gu Sheng. Gu has requested the Pavilion Master to oversee her."

Tantai Xueling’s gaze fell upon the Divine Craft Maze Palace, her eyes slightly focused before reaching out a slender jade hand to accept it.

The miniature palace emitted a soft glow in her palm.

She did not immediately inspect it but again looked at Gu Yuanyuan.

Gu Yuanyuan felt uneasy under Tantai Xueling’s gaze, nervously twisting the corner of her gown, head lowered, not daring to meet her eyes.

Tantai Xueling, observing the timid young girl before her, had an indescribable hint of surprise and... comprehension in her eyes? She slightly leaned forward, speaking in a gentle tone.

"Your name is Gu Yuanyuan?"

"Y-yes."

Gu Yuanyuan’s voice was as quiet as a mosquito’s, her face flushed.

"Raise your head."

Tantai Xueling said softly.

Gu Yuanyuan hesitated for a moment, but eventually slowly lifted her head, summoning courage to look at Tantai Xueling.

Their gazes met, and she felt that the woman before her, whom she subconsciously regarded as a beautiful mentor, had eyes like the clearest lake, and an infinite starry sky, as if seeing through her every secret.

"Unique bone structure, Sea of Consciousness clear... quite a foundation."

Tantai Xueling whispered to herself, her lips subtly curved into a faint smile.

She straightened up and spoke to Shen Qingtan.

"I accept the item. The child Yuanyuan, I will care for her. Thank you for going out of your way."

Shen Qingtan quickly replied.

"The Pavilion Master is too kind, it’s my duty."

Tantai Xueling nodded slightly, then took out a smooth white jade token, offering it to Shen Qingtan.

"The journey here must have been demanding, with significant expenditure. Take this jade token, and you may go to the ’Spirit Storage Quiet Chamber’ on the pavilion’s third floor to recover in retreat. All necessary resources, the expenses will be covered by Linyin Pavilion."

Shen Qingtan looked at the jade token, sensing the rich spiritual energy it contained, her heart trembling.

The Spirit Storage Quiet Chamber is used to host the most esteemed guests of Linyin Pavilion, where spiritual energy concentration exceeds the outside by more than ten times! Such a gift is truly generous!

She hesitated for a moment but ultimately accepted the jade token with both hands, bowing deeply.

"Thank you very much for the Pavilion Master’s generous gift! I am... unworthy."

"You may go now."

Tantai Xueling lightly waved her hand.

Shen Qingtan bowed once more, glanced at the still somewhat bewildered Gu Yuanyuan, signaling with her eyes to reassure her, then turned and left the Quiet Room.