Thinking of this, Ning Yao didn't think much about it and naturally took Shen Ci'an's hand and led him into the room.

Ning Yao's hand was warm, and when the touch reached Shen Ci'an, he was first stunned and somewhat incredulous.

He then realized how unnecessary his actions had been.

Yes, how could someone who cultivates immortality be afraid of the cold?

He cherished this moment of warmth and was reluctant to let go.

The two entered the room one after the other.

In winter, the Ning family manor keeps the heating on day and night, so it's very warm inside the rooms.

At this moment, the warmth in the room was far less than the warmth in Shen Ci'an's heart.

Ning Yao held his hand until they stopped in the room, then let go of his hand.

Shen Ci'an was slightly disappointed.

"Once the sect selection is over, the disciples will begin their training. You and Lin Qingyu are different; you are both nominal disciples and have only been in the sect for a short time. There are other important things to do later."

"After thinking it over, Uncle Ning and I decided that the country and its people are of paramount importance. In order to help you grow up quickly, Uncle Ning and I will each mentor one of you."

"Uncle Ning will take Lin Qingyu, I'll take you."

"In that case, the original plan to stay in the sect for two years will not take this long."

"You and Lin Qingyu can go back first. Uncle Ning and I will go to the capital and Nanjiang City respectively."

Shen Ci'an couldn't help but feel a slight tremor in his heart.

Is that what he meant?

"You mean you can come with me to the capital?"

Ning Yao nodded.

"What about the sect? The journey to the capital is long, and the sect still needs you to handle its affairs."

Shen Ci'an was delighted to hear the news.

First, Ning Yao naturally said she would go to the capital to personally teach him, so the two of them would definitely be together every day.

Even if not, we'll still see each other often.

Besides, Ning Yao went to the capital for him, so it's hard not to be tempted.

Secondly, he himself is a person with spiritual roots, and if Ning Yao helps him, his cultivation speed will not be slow.

This will shorten the distance between us.

Perhaps one day, the gap between them will narrow.

This makes it even more appealing.

Shen Ci'an had no reason to refuse, nor did he want to refuse.

But he can't be too selfish.

She founded the Thousand Illusions Sect, which appears to be incredibly prestigious on the surface.

In reality, countless eyes and hands are lurking in the shadows, trying to bring down the Thousand Illusions Sect.

Ning Yao smiled slyly, her eyes revealing agility and confidence: "I founded the Thousand Illusions Sect myself, so naturally I can't let it have any problems."

"Besides, with my current abilities, traveling a thousand miles a day is no problem."

"If you've ever read fairy tales, you'll know that immortals all have some kind of ability. Although I can't do that now, I can still manage to do both in the capital and at the Thousand Illusions Sect."

Shen Ci'an smiled helplessly; he had indeed read quite a few of those storybooks.

But Ning Yao's explanation was quite amusing.

Since Ning Yao had already said so, he didn't want to refuse anymore.

"Alright, after you've finished dealing with the sect's affairs, we'll return to the capital together."

Ning Yao nodded: "Wait for me for a few days. I will explain things to my grandfather and then I can leave."

Winter in Licheng is getting colder day by day.

But Shen Ci'an's heart slowly warmed at this moment.

Ning Yao returned to the sect and released Lian Jiu, who had been nurtured in the secret realm, once again.

A new lotus pond was dug on Mount Yae, filled with spiritual spring water, and Lian Jiu was placed inside.

Lian Jiu is the first golden lotus in the Thousand Illusions Secret Realm, and it has stayed in Thousand Illusions Mountain for nearly a thousand years.

It is now most appropriate to let it continue to serve as the center of the clan's territory and maintain the spiritual energy circulation of the entire Thousand Illusion Sect.

In addition to digging a lotus pond in the Eightfold Mountain, Ning Yao also specially developed the Eightfold Mountain and transplanted a lot of spiritual herbs, spiritual plants, spiritual objects, and spiritual pets from the secret realm.

Although Ning Que Linyu is not the master of the Thousand Illusions Secret Realm, he is an ancient immortal with a powerful divine soul.

Seeing Ning Yao's action, he casually added a stroke.

The Yaeyama Mountain was transformed into an illusionary realm, serving as a training ground for sect disciples.

The content of the illusory realm trials will vary according to the disciples' thoughts.

The spiritual plants and herbs of Mount Yae will become rewards for the disciples' training.

In order not to hold Ning Yao back, the members of the Ning family have begun to cultivate day and night.

In addition, given his privileged status, he naturally has access to excellent cultivation resources.

Ning Yiyi was exceptionally gifted and received the care of Ning Que Linyu. Ning Yao also devoted a lot of effort to him.

Ning Yiyi has not let everyone down. Now, his abilities are sufficient to serve as the junior master of the Ning family.

Prince Duan and his family remained in Licheng.

Now, due to the changing times, Licheng has become the best place for the family to live.

The most surprising thing is Shen Ce.

During the sect's grand selection, he successfully became an inner disciple due to his dual spiritual roots.

Furthermore, his dual spiritual roots are quite different from those of others.

Ning Yao didn't understand.

But Shen Ce himself vaguely felt that it was related to his experiences in his previous lives.

He is a person who has been reborn multiple times.

This secret was known only to herself and Ning Yao.

Every five days, the sect posts a notice about the disciples' cultivation progress.

At this time of year, some people are happy while others are sad.

Shen Ce felt a little comforted as he saw his name consistently ranked at the top of the list.

What he didn't know was that, besides himself, there was someone else who was also silently watching him.

Ning Qiong patted Ning Yiyi's little head.

Ning Yi stared intently at the list of names on the leaderboard.

"Mother, perhaps he has his reasons?"

Ning Qiong smiled slightly, but did not reprimand him; her words were ambiguous.

"Your aunt has high hopes for you and is focusing all her attention on cultivation. I will handle everything else."

Ning Yiyi turned to look at Ning Qiong, and after a long while nodded: "Son believes in Mother."

"My son has gone to cultivate!"

Looking at Ning Yiyi, who was acting like a little adult, Ning Qiong felt a little melancholy.

"Let's wait a little longer..."

After settling the sect affairs, Ning Yao and Ning Que Linyu left with Shen Ci'an and Lin Qingyu.

Along the way, Ning Yao and Ning Que Linyu began to teach the two how to cultivate.

When the two successfully absorbed the first wisp of spiritual energy, it symbolized that they had successfully embarked on the path of cultivation.

Upon arriving at Nanjiang City, Ning Que Linyu and Lin Qingyu stopped.

Ning Yao and Shen Ci'an continued on their way.

The capital city.

The Prince Duan Mansion still stands on the most bustling street in the capital.

The former Duke Zhenguo Mansion has long been occupied by refugees and is now in a dilapidated state.

Ning Yao went back for a look, then turned around and moved into the Prince Duan's residence.

Prince Duan and his wife traveled the world, but the heir of the Prince's mansion was still alive.

Ning Yao had no relatives or friends in the capital. The only people she knew besides Shen Ci'an were the Fu family.

Ning Yao originally planned to follow etiquette, with the two families visiting each other before closing her doors to visitors and continuing her cultivation.

Unexpectedly, the eldest grandson of the Fu family, a two-month-old baby, actually possessed three innate spiritual roots.

A natural-born cultivator's physique!

This surprised and delighted Ning Yao!