The last time Xiao Man and Yue Ran ventured into the Purgatory Tower, it had sparked a craze within the sect. Many disciples began challenging the tower, using it as a form of training.
When the two entered the Purgatory Tower again, everyone erupted in excitement. In an instant, the Purgatory Tower was packed with people.
Upon hearing that Yue Ran and Xiao Man had entered the Purgatory Tower once more, Madam Yue actually felt a sense of relief. If she let the two wander aimlessly, trouble would surely ensue. However, within the Purgatory Tower, even if they wanted trouble, they would need the opportunity.
“Madam, the Young Sect Master’s birthday is approaching. Why is he entering the Purgatory Tower at this time?”
“His dedication to self-improvement is a good thing,” Madam Yue said, sounding somewhat weary. For some reason, she felt drowsy and retired early. When Yue Tianxia returned, Madam Yue was already fast asleep, so he did not disturb her.
“Mother.”
Madam Yue blinked, thinking it was Yue Ran calling her. However, when she turned around, she saw a little girl.
“Mother, have you abandoned me?”
Madam Yue stared blankly at the little girl before her. “Little girl, are you mistaken? I am not your mother. However, I do have a son about your age.”
“Mother, you have a son and now you don’t want me and Father anymore?” the little girl asked again. “Mother, you are truly heartless, wanting to leave us behind.”
Looking at the little girl, Madam Yue felt a splitting headache. It was as if something wanted to surge from the depths of her mind, only to be forcefully pushed back by another power.
“Mother, Father and I are waiting for you to come back.”
“You have the wrong person, I am not your mother…”
Madam Yue woke up from a nightmare, drenched in sweat. She startled Sect Master Yue, who was sleeping beside her. He quickly sat up. “Xian’er, what is it?”
“It’s nothing, just a nightmare.” Madam Yue leaned into Sect Master Yue’s embrace, rubbing her aching temples. Why would she have such a bizarre dream?
Seeing her looking tired, Sect Master Yue asked, “Did that brat Yue Ran upset you again?”
“It wasn’t him who upset me.” Madam Yue hugged Sect Master Yue’s waist, smiling. “It’s just that, as children grow up, we as parents can no longer interfere too much.”
“No matter how old he gets, he is still our son and must listen to us.” Sect Master Yue snorted. “Considering how diligent he has been lately, I will let him off this time.”
“You are too strict with him.”
“He is the Young Sect Master of the Heavenly Sword Sect; he is different from others. I have high hopes for him, so I am naturally more stringent.” Sect Master Yue said calmly. “Besides, aren’t you also very strict with him?”
“I only wish for his safety.”
“He is destined to inherit the Heavenly Sword Sect. If he cannot become a supreme powerhouse, he will not be able to remain safe. You and I both know this very well.”
“Yes, you are right.”
“Do you want to sleep a little longer?”
“What time is it?”
“It’s not yet dawn. You should sleep a bit more.” Sect Master Yue advised. “By the way, regarding Ran’er’s marriage, he will be eighteen soon. That girl from the Huo family has too poor a talent. If you like her, she can be a concubine after Ran’er’s main wife has entered the household.”
Madam Yue was taken aback. She had never considered this. Huo Tong’er’s talent was indeed lacking, but she had thought that as long as Yue Ran liked her, it wouldn’t matter. Yet now, Yue Tianxia was telling her that he already had plans.
“Husband, do you already have a preferred candidate?” Madam Yue asked softly.
“Not yet, but Ran’er’s wife must have good talent. Her family background and cultivation level cannot be low either, otherwise, she would drag Ran’er down.”
“Are there any such girls among the noble families or sects?”
“Yes, Linghu Yaqi from the Heavenly Profound Sect.”
“If I recall correctly, Linghu Yaqi is already betrothed by the Sect Master of the Heavenly Profound Sect to their Young Sect Master.” Madam Yue disagreed. “Even if you are satisfied with her, she may not be willing to join the Heavenly Sword Sect, let alone the fact that our relationship with the Heavenly Profound Sect is not very good.”
“I know, so I merely said ‘preferred’.” Sect Master Yue said as he dressed. “What about Xiao Qin, who is by Ran’er’s side?”
“She is Ran’er’s sworn brother. They have faced life and death together, so their relationship is extremely good. Moreover, her talent is not bad, and her cultivation is now on par with Ran’er’s. In time, she will surely become Ran’er’s right-hand man.” Madam Yue subconsciously concealed Xiao Man’s identity as a woman.
“Being able to accompany Ran’er to the fourteenth level, her talent is indeed not bad,” Sect Master Yue said indifferently. “However, to be Ran’er’s right-hand man, one must at least reach the Nascent Soul stage. She needs to work harder.”
“Husband, besides Linghu Yaqi, are there any other candidates?”
“The daughter of Sect Master Jiang of the Heavenly Spirit Sect, Jiang Wanjun. Alas, she is already betrothed to Mu Qi.”
“Are there no unmarried ones?”
“For Ran’er’s upcoming birthday banquet, I will have to trouble you, my lady, to look out for suitable candidates.”
After Sect Master Yue left, Madam Yue could not sleep either. She got up and walked to the window, gazing at the moonlight outside. Suddenly, a face flashed in her mind, the face of an unfamiliar man.
Madam Yue quickly shook her head. What was happening to her? Not only was she having strange dreams, but she was also seeing people she didn’t know. Wait, she had no memories of her life before coming to the Heavenly Sword Sect. Could it be that she was seeing her past memories?
“Madam, why are you up so early? Why don’t you sleep a little longer?”
“Jing Shu, how long have you been by my side?”
“Replying to Madam, this servant has been serving Madam for twenty years. After Madam and the Sect Master were married, the Sect Master assigned this servant to serve by your side.” Jing Shu smiled. “After all these years, the Sect Master’s feelings for Madam remain as ever.”
“What is Tong’er doing?”
“Miss Tong’er has been in a bad mood these past few days. She went to find the Young Sect Master several times but was turned away. Now that the Young Sect Master has entered the Purgatory Tower again, the Eldest Young Master has become quite attentive.”
“I remember when I used to return to the Huo family, the people there were not very warm towards me…”
Jing Shu’s expression flickered slightly. “Madam, you did not grow up in the Huo family from childhood. You lived elsewhere and only returned to the Huo family after you came of age. The old Madam of the Huo family was not someone who could tolerate others, so you were not close with them.”
“Yes, I almost forgot. The way that person looked at me, they clearly wished they could devour me, yet they tried their best to suppress it and flatter me.” Madam Yue turned to smile at Jing Shu. “Sometimes, I think power is truly wonderful. It can make those who despise you flatter you.”
“Madam, it is all in the past. The current Huo family needs to live by your grace.”
“Yes, it is all in the past. The past is no longer important, is it?”
“Naturally. After all, living in the present is the most important thing.” Jing Shu smiled. “Look, the Young Sect Master is about to come of age. Once the Sect Master selects a suitable marriage for him, you will be able to hold your grandson.”
“Yes, Ran’er has grown up. I should look forward.”