A palace-dressed beauty slowly descended from the sky, clearly a Fairy from the Harmony Dao. At this point, those servants dared not speak excessively, as these Fairies are formidable and could drain you dry if you disagreed with them.

Tan Xiao discreetly relieved the two Daoist officials from their constraints, knowing that as a guest in the presence of the mistress, it was best to avoid unnecessary trouble.

The palace-robed Daoist woman swept her Divine Sense over Tan Xiao and Hou Niao without leaving a trace, understanding these two Daoists were passing experts that need neither accommodate nor offend.

"Harmony matches the Heavenly Heart above and the People's Will below, and will not force anyone to do anything they don't wish to. As the Harmony's chief Golden Core, I decree that you may follow your own intentions, coming and going freely."

With these words, the women stepping down from the flower carriage cheered joyfully, the servants were ecstatically delighted, but the two Daoist officials looked a bit displeased. Clearly, there was a discrepancy between the orders they received and the command of this palace-dressed Golden Core elder. However, to them, any demand from a sect elder is undeniable—not even a Foundation Establishment elder could be openly questioned.

Seeing no sign of interference from the two Daoists from start to finish, the palace-robed Daoist woman sighed in relief. In such family matters, the most feared thing is external meddling; a single slip could expose the family's disgrace far and wide.

Amid the women's cheers, each scattered like birds, and several more ran down from the flower carriage. Previously timid, they now saw that the situation was under control, promptly fleeing; for these ordinary folk, having passed middle age, the dreams of Cultivation are long gone—surviving the second half of life peacefully is already satisfying.

Finding a satisfactory husband was impossible now, but honest men are abundant, leaving no shortage of suitors. With some simple methods, they could easily tie an honest man to their waist and run a small business, which was far more enjoyable than meditating daily.

Only a scant few women were still willing to sit on the flower carriage to the Dao Academy, yet this time, the two Daoist officials found their mission somewhat lacking.

Tan Xiao and Hou Niao lost their interest in drinking; they both realized that despite the current calm appearance of the Daoist traditions on the Continent, under the surface, each was brewing its own hidden tide. Even this small Dao Country, Sangmo, faced such ambiguous changes—who could tell about the other Daoist traditions?

The chaotic times are near; each must seek their fortune.

Leaving the small town, just as they were about to leap into the sky to escape, they detected from the city's west faint spiritual fluctuations—it was no weak force, a collision at the Golden Core Level.

Feeling curious, the two slowly approached, only to see two beauties in the air, each occupying a cloud head, engaged in a magical duel for dominance. Both were experts in battle techniques, and just by observing the variations in force fluctuations, they could tell this was not a simple combat but held a life-or-death intent.

"Both belong to the Harmony Dao—is this because of the earlier ideological clash? A Golden Core leader of the local Harmony Dao, Dong Fangfei Fairy, against the envoy from the Upper Realm, Fei Bai Fairy. Haha, this is going to be interesting," Tan Xiao gloated.

Hou Niao glanced left and right, then sighed, "They're both renowned Fairies of the Continent, like flower-like figures—why go so far? Since we ran into this, it's not right to ignore it and remain uninvolved. How can we find a way to help them reconcile peacefully?"

Tan Xiao's mind seemed unable to comprehend how in a short time his companion had so greatly changed, from apathy to now acting as a peacemaker?

"Are you sure? My meaning is, if you aren't telling the truth, then I'm definitely not going up to mediate. Not only will I not go, you shouldn't think of going either, unless you speak honestly!"

Hou Niao forced a laugh, "The truth is that I, Hou Niao, care about the Continent, viewing all Cultivators as siblings, unable to bear seeing them slaughter each other. It's better to cherish harmony..."

Tan Xiao was unimpressed, "Just spill it, which one do you have a fling with? Got sentimental now?"

Hou Niao touched his nose, "You really aren't interesting at all, not subtle in the slightest, hmm, I previously had relations with Fairy Dong, due to shared interests..."

Tan Xiao was speechless, "You're a Sword Cultivator and have shared interests with a Dual Cultivation practitioner? Just regarding the Lower Dantian matters? Okay, you're just afraid of being exposed up there? I'll go in your stead, and we'll deal with that Fei Bai together..."

Just as he was about to move, someone held him back, "How did you learn the Dao? Shouting and fighting, can't you reason with principles and exchange sentiments? At least respect each other's boundaries and reconcile... After all, she's from the Upper Realm; we should show the Jinxiu people's hospitality, right?"

Tan Xiao stared at him, amused, "Ah, so you have dalliances with both? No wonder you don't want to step up—it's a battle between your lovers!"

Despite his disdain, he knew he had to act—he might rely on this guy later at the Demon Gathering for mischief, wise not to upset him.

With grim determination, he dashed inside, employing the Taiji Void Life Circle, an appropriate technique for the moment.

The two women's magical treasures and techniques intertwined in combat, yet Fairy Dong was clearly at a disadvantage, unable to match the Upper Realm tactics even after thirty years of familiarity—it was a fundamental inadequacy.

Their skills were primarily gentle and soft, not strong in attack, otherwise, they might have already settled life or death. As Tan Xiao entered, the two became extremely wary.

The Taiji Void Life Circle, Chu Sect's signature Forbidden Technique, is well known in the Southeast realm. Although this Daoist showed some reluctance, his skill foundation was not easily concealed.

Most crucially, it was what lay behind him—representing the Chu Sect—that truly compelled caution from the two, and Tan Xiao's ill-spoken words added to it:

"Sect Hierarch once said, Heaven has a virtue of life, Yin Yang harmonizes like water and milk, 'Harmony' cannot be written without two words, and 'burrow' cannot penetrate without two holes—why can't things be discussed instead of fighting? Here I make peace, and I ask both to cease arms and give Sangmo some tranquility."

His rambling would confuse anyone outside the scene, and even those involved might struggle to understand, as Fairy Dong comprehended his reference to the Sect Hierarch; but Fei Bai Fairy remained puzzled, unaware which Hierarch he meant—they were numerous, few could tell who he referred to.

Fairy Dong felt a subtle sweetness, knowing this young rascal remembered her, although she herself hadn't come, she sent a subordinate, a friend?

Meanwhile, Fei Bai Fairy was frustrated; in Harmony Dao, she had long been opposed by Dong Fangfei; seeking this opportunity to take her down—unexpectedly interrupted by a bizarre Daoist.

"I have an acquaintance with Ye Bai Daoist Friend—do you know who the friend is? At least after the event, there should be accountability?"

Tan Xiao was unafraid, "I am Tan Xiao Daoist. If Brother Ye were here, I would also mediate for the two of you. We are all under the Southeast branch; it's unwise to act excessively."

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