When Saint Jue Qing spoke, Feng Wu became flustered. Saint Jue Qing's words definitely hinted at something!

"Palace Master favors me, appointing me as the Saint Heir. While I am grateful, I also feel a certain pressure!"

"On the day I ascend as Saint Heir, heroes from all over the world will come to congratulate me. I must accept their challenges and defeat the champions!"

"I feel immense pressure, so I've been cultivating diligently within the palace. I do not wish to disgrace Baihua Palace on the day of my ascension!"

Unlike Feng Wu, Ye Chen remained calm, his responses were impeccable, making it difficult to find any flaws.

"I am pleased that you harbor such thoughts!" Saint Jue Qing said. "Baihua Palace has existed for countless years, with only Saintesses in every generation, never a Saint Heir. You are the first Saint Heir in history, thus it is imperative that you defeat all contenders and showcase Baihua Palace's supremacy!"

"I will remember Palace Master's teachings!" Ye Chen responded respectfully.

"Hmm!"

Saint Jue Qing responded indifferently, placing the scissors on the stone platform, then casually sat on the nearby stone stool.

"..."

Saint Jue Qing exuded an air of authority at this moment, making Ye Chen and Feng Wu hold their breath in tension. Both sensed something was amiss, so they dared not relax, despite Saint Jue Qing's calm demeanor.

"Feng Wu!" Saint Jue Qing suddenly said.

"Disciple is here!" Feng Wu responded promptly.

"Why is your face flushed?" Saint Jue Qing asked curiously.

"..." Feng Wu's small hand trembled; she almost collapsed in fear.

"Feng Wu, your face isn't flushed anymore, so don't panic. She's just joking!" Ye Chen used the Secret Sound Skill, transmitting his thoughts directly to Feng Wu's heart.

This enigmatic transmission was something Ye Chen could only use with his women, imperceptible even to a Saint.

"Master was just teasing. I've been resting well recently, no reason for my face to be flushed." Feng Wu replied with a calm smile.

Both Feng Wu and Ye Chen knew Saint Jue Qing was deliberate; she undoubtedly knew something. But how much she knew remained a mystery to them.

"Haha, I was merely jesting!" Saint Jue Qing suddenly laughed. "Rumors abound in the palace that you and Ye Chen have clandestinely engaged, reaching my ears. So, I summoned you to probe a bit!"

"But seeing you remain composed, I realize those rumors are baseless!"

"However, you must be careful in the future, avoid frequent interactions to prevent giving people fodder for gossip!"

Having heard certain rumors, Saint Jue Qing probed them. Ye Chen and Feng Wu's calmness reassured her, making her dismiss those rumors.

Moreover, Feng Wu was her disciple and Ye Chen someone she valued; she did not wish any ill between the two.

"..."

While Saint Jue Qing had these thoughts, Ye Chen and Feng Wu felt a chill, their hearts uneasy.

Though they suspected Saint Jue Qing had discovered something, it was mere speculation; they didn't realize she truly had found out!

Fortunately, their composure allowed them to pass her test, avoiding severe consequences.

Nevertheless, Saints possess great wisdom, who can discern her true thoughts?

Though Saint Jue Qing seemed to have lowered suspicions, she might still probe further or perhaps her test was not fully concluded?

"Feng Wu, when Ye Chen ascends, your old foes will likely show up. Then, not only will Ye Chen have to fight, but you, Qin Yan, Leng Ao Fu, all of you must battle!" Saint Jue Qing said. "Therefore, you must train rigorously, never slack off, maintain an invincible state, upholding Baihua Palace's honor and prestige!"

"Thank you for the guidance, Master. I shall keep it in mind!" Feng Wu said.

"Hmm!" Saint Jue Qing nodded lightly. "You may withdraw now, I have matters to discuss with Ye Chen alone."

"Disciple takes her leave!" Feng Wu said.

Being told to leave, Feng Wu felt somewhat relieved. Yet, Ye Chen being left behind by the Master made her a bit worried.

Despite any concerns, she could not show them, lest Saint Jue Qing notices, and they face dire consequences.

"..."

Eventually, Feng Wu departed, leaving Ye Chen alone with Saint Jue Qing.

Saint Jue Qing seemed to perceive something, but Ye Chen remained utterly calm, his confidence stemming from his strength!

Ye Chen was no longer the fledgling eagle; his wings had matured, ready to soar and conquer the skies!

"Ye Chen, you seem not the least bit rattled?" Saint Jue Qing said softly.

"With Palace Master present, why should I panic?" Ye Chen replied, feigning ignorance, appearing innocent.

"Haha!" Saint Jue Qing laughed charmingly, her beauty amplifying with it, almost enchanting Ye Chen.

"Bold Ye Chen, you've committed a grave sin, are you unaware?" Saint Jue Qing halted her laugh, her expression turned stern.

"Palace Master, you alternate between laughing and sternness, it's terrifying. What have I done?" Ye Chen feigned ignorance.

At this juncture, Ye Chen would deny, and if denial failed, he would walk away.

Even though the Saint Jue Qing is powerful, he couldn't hold him back!

Ye Chen could completely retreat with ease, and also take away Feng Wu, Leng Ao Fu, and other women.

"The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox came with you and settled in Baihua Palace. Is there nothing between you two?" Saint Jue Qing asked.

"..." Ye Chen's heart slightly tightened. Saint Jue Qing knows a lot!

"Don't think about denying it. Today, you were seen embracing the demon fox, and the disciples reported it to me!" Saint Jue Qing said.

"What!" Ye Chen's face changed, seemingly surprised.

Ye Chen and the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox had parted ways shortly after embracing, how could they have been discovered?

Moreover, after wandering for a while and returning to the palace, Feng Wu was already waiting. Who could have reported so quickly, letting the Saint know?

"There are countless disciples in Baihua Palace; it's not strange that someone saw you. Don't speculate arbitrarily!" Saint Jue Qing said.

In fact, when Saint Jue Qing sent Feng Wu to summon Ye Chen, he was unaware of the matter with the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox.

It was only when Ye Chen was with Feng Wu and Qin Yan that Saint Jue Qing received the report.

Therefore, Saint Jue Qing pretended to know and fiercely intimidated Ye Chen.

"Ye Chen, I want you to tell me, what is your relationship with Hu Baimei, and why does she cling to you?" Saint Jue Qing asked.

The fall of four of the Twelve Golden Hairpins weakened Baihua Palace's strength. Now strong beings are needed to reside there.

The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox's power is immense, capable of killing hall-level figures, such a person is about to prove their Dao and become a Saint, very rare in the entire Canglan Realm.

Saint Jue Qing valued the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox greatly, even granting her the name Hu Baimei to recruit the demon fox to hold down Baihua Palace.

However, one thing made Saint Jue Qing uneasy: the relationship between Ye Chen and the demon fox!

"Since the Palace Master asked, I'll tell you!" Ye Chen hesitated for a moment, then revealed the matter.

Ye Chen had conquered many women, the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox counted as one, but hadn't truly conquered her, the mistakes made could still be remedied.

The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox was very powerful, and Ye Chen too was a formidable figure; both were pivotal, so even with some mistakes, Saint Jue Qing would only warn them, not seriously harm them.

Moreover, the karma between Ye Chen and Hu Baimei arose from the situation of the time; if Ye Chen hadn't resorted to this, the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox would have died long ago.

"So that's how it is, it was your Dual Cultivation Skill that saved her life."

"But, you thus sowed karma between you..." Saint Jue Qing thought aloud. "She clings to you, wanting you to take responsibility and repay you by dedicating herself!"

"The truth is exactly as the Palace Master said, but we are still innocent and have not committed any forbidden acts!" Ye Chen said.

Some mistakes are unforgivable, some can be forgiven; Ye Chen and the demon fox's mistakes belong to the latter, they can be forgiven.

"I naturally know that!" Saint Jue Qing said. "I once observed Hu Baimei closely and saw that her body was intact, so I summoned you calmly; otherwise, I would have already punished you severely!"

Knowing their relationship, Saint Jue Qing had specifically observed Hu Baimei and found that she was still intact.

Therefore, Saint Jue Qing did not lose his temper and calmly came to talk to Ye Chen.

Ye Chen's potential was immense, his combat power matched hers, and he might become an invincible Great Saint in the future!

If Ye Chen could become a Great Saint, with Saint Qing Ge and Saint Jue Qing, they could rule the world.

Thus, Ye Chen's presence was significant, and Saint Jue Qing couldn't suppress him!

The great catastrophe was about to descend, billions of lives would suffer, Baihua Palace needed someone like Ye Chen to protect them!

"Ye Chen, what is your current situation with Hu Baimei?" Saint Jue Qing asked.

"We are mutually attracted, love grows continually, and we wish to be together for a hundred years!" Ye Chen said honestly; he had disclosed these matters and couldn't hide them.

Moreover, Ye Chen wanted to test the limit of Saint Jue Qing's tolerance.

"No!" Saint Jue Qing said. "The rules of Baihua Palace are strict, marriage is absolutely forbidden!"

"Why not?" Ye Chen asked capriciously.

"I said no, and that is final!" Saint Jue Qing said. "Moreover, the rules of Baihua Palace are set, and no one can change them!"

The rules of Baihua Palace were stringent, even Saint Jue Qing had to adhere to them, otherwise, the strongest existence would eliminate her.

The strongest existence in Baihua Palace was none other than the elusive Saint Qing Ge!

"Palace Master, who established the rules of Baihua Palace?" Ye Chen asked.

The rules of Baihua Palace were too strict, suffocating the people.

But who created these strict rules, how the matriarchal atmosphere formed, all these remained mysteries.

The existence of Baihua Palace had been long, always maintaining this atmosphere!

But who created these rules?

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