Fang Ruotang didn't say much. She gave a few simple instructions and then left the matter to her. Seeing that she herself in her memories did the same thing, it saved her a lot of trouble.

After all, she couldn't remember the last time she had been involved in anything. If she were to actually take charge, she probably wouldn't have the patience to manage these people's future.

"...Any more questions?"

Fang Ruotang stood up and looked at everyone with a powerful aura.

Everyone shook their heads in unison.

They didn't dare to breathe loudly.

I always felt that the other person didn't want to hear a second answer.

Then, Fang Ruotang disappeared right before their eyes, along with Gu Yanjin and the other six.

The oppressive atmosphere in the hall only eased after they had all left.

"My God! The Sect Master is terrifying!"

"I didn't even dare to look at her just now."

"Me too!"

"I looked, but after just a couple more glances, I felt like I was being attacked. I felt dizzy and my vision blurred, so I immediately looked away."

"The sect leader is still the same sect leader, but something seems different about him."

"Perhaps it's because the sect leader has merged with the Heavenly Dao! After all, how could we, with our cultivation level, possibly fathom its profound mysteries?"

“That’s true. The sect leader is now equivalent to a first-generation enlightened being, while we…”

The group exchanged a knowing glance, and then remained silent.

Why are ancient methods so powerful? Shouldn't cultivation methods be constantly being improved? But in fact, no, because they were the first generation of enlightened beings. The Heavenly Dao was in a void, so they merged with the Heavenly Dao. As long as the Heavenly Dao is undying, they are immortal.

The second-generation enlightened one is invincible under the Heavenly Dao.

Third generation, fourth generation...

And so on, all the positions are occupied, and those who set the rules will forever remain within the framework they established.

This is what the little mirror told Fang Ruotang about the uniqueness of the Tao.

Now that Fang Ruotang has regained her memories and transcended the rules, she understands these things even better.

After all, she was the one who set all the rules.

The discussion here is so heated that it seems they're neglecting their duties and forgetting what Fang Ruotang asked them to do. The same thing is happening on the other side.

Fang Shengtang and his siblings returned to Tianyi Secret Realm first.

Yu Sheng noticed that she was in a bad mood and asked with concern, "What's wrong?"

Fang Shengtang shook his head and looked at Fang Zhiye.

"Have you noticed that Xiao Liu is a little different?"

“It’s definitely different now! After all, she has now merged with the Heavenly Dao and become the ruler of this region. Even in our original Great Yong, if a minister successfully rebels and becomes the emperor, his aura will be different.”

Fang Zhi also naturally noticed Fang Ruotang's difference.

But he felt that this change was normal.

Fang Shengtang muttered to himself, "Am I just overthinking it?"

She felt something was wrong because even if Xiao Liu merged with the Heavenly Dao, shouldn't she still be the same Xiao Liu? But why did the two sisters seem to be separated by a layer when they were talking just now?

But she couldn't quite put her finger on what was different. After all, it was still the same face, the same smile, and she would even hug her affectionately and call her "big sister."

With this question in mind, the siblings returned.

But when facing the rest of the Fang family, Fang Shengtang didn't express her feelings. She even told herself that she was probably overthinking it, and she didn't want to delve any deeper into it.

No matter how things change, in her eyes, Xiao Liu is still her younger sister, and that's enough.

After all, that's what Xiao Liu himself did.

When Fang Ruotang returned, Fang Shengtang had already composed herself, showing no trace of her earlier struggle, and her smile remained as gentle as ever.

"See! I told you Xiao Liu would be fine and would be back soon."

Before entering the house, Fang Ruotang already had the sweet smile that the Fang family was used to seeing. She went up to each of them and called out to them before saying with a grin, "I'm sorry to have worried you, but I'm fine. I've been in seclusion for so long. The reason I've been in seclusion for so long is probably because you are all so capable. You directly brought down the original Heavenly Dao, and because I absorbed its power, it impacted my original body, which is why I fell into a deep sleep."

"It's good that you're alright. Your grandmother only hopes that you'll be safe and sound."

Ying Qiuyi held Fang Ruotang's hand, her eyes reddening.

Fear stems from the unknown.

In her imagination, Fang Ruotang must have suffered a lot in private to be able to turn the tables and take control of her life. Moreover, as her grandmother who loved her the most, how could she not see that the child's smile was not as bright as before when she came back this time?

It must be because the child suffered in places they couldn't see. As people grow up, their smiles become less innocent.

Fang Ruotang's pupils contracted slightly. In her memory, whenever her grandmother was unhappy, she was always the one dressed in colorful clothes to amuse her.

But now...

She was a little embarrassed.

The Creator, a being of great stature, has never done such a thing.

Fortunately, there were plenty of people available. She hesitated for only a moment before Gu Nancheng stepped forward and took Fang Ruotang's place in the role.

"Grandma is right. Our little Ruoruo will always be safe, happy and joyful, because I'm here for her! From now on, I'll bear the bitterness and let her taste the sweetness."

Ying Qiuyi was amused by Gu Nancheng's bold and unrestrained manner and patted his arm.

"Don't talk nonsense. We're all family. How could I let you suffer while she eats sweets? Everyone is doing well. Grandmother has no other wish but for you all to be happy and harmonious."

These words struck a chord with Gu Nancheng.

He gazed at Fang Ruotang with lingering affection and asked, "Little Ruoruo, we will definitely live happily together forever, right?"

Fang Ruotang raised an eyebrow, completely unmoved by this.

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