"You were forced to use a forbidden technique to protect your fellow Disciples and killed a strong enemy; you have nothing to be ashamed of. This is taking responsibility; where is the crime?"
She reached out, gently supporting Liu Ruyan's arm to help her up.
"As for that Huo Wushuang of Heavenly Fire Valley..." Gu Han straightened up, her gaze seemingly piercing through the hall, looking towards the distant Eastern Region, her tone turning cold.
"He was arrogant and domineering, repeatedly provoking us; he deserved to die."
"Let alone that he was merely the Young Valley Master of Heavenly Fire Valley, even if it were the Valley Master himself, if he dares to harm anyone from my Jade Pool Immortal Palace, he must die!"
The domineering and protective intent in her words was undisguised!
Liu Ruyan felt her eyes grow hot, and a warm current instantly washed away all the unease and self-reproach in her heart.
She looked at Gu Han, her voice choked with emotion: "Master..."
"No need to say more." Gu Han patted the back of her hand, her eyes becoming gentle again, "You did very well, remaining calm in the face of danger and acting decisively."
"You protected your fellow Disciples and even found an opportunity for a Breakthrough in a desperate situation; this is what makes you a good Disciple of mine."
She turned and walked back to the cloud bed to sit down, her gaze falling on Liu Ruyan with a hint of approval.
"The 'Reincarnation Dao Scripture' is a supreme Dao; its Divine Abilities are profound and unfathomable. That you could Master the'Seizing' technique while still in the Golden Core Stage is already rare."
"But remember, this technique must never be abused, and you must not become dependent on it, lest you lose your original heart and fall into the Demonic Path."
"This Disciple will strictly remember Master's teachings!" Liu Ruyan nodded vigorously, her heart suddenly enlightened.
"As for the Heavenly Fire Valley side..." Gu Han's lips curled into a very faint smile, "I would like to see if they dare to come."
She had previously displayed her Immortal Ascension Realm strength at Heavenly Dome Plain.
If Heavenly Fire Valley lacks even this much discernment, then it can only be said that this faction truly has no need to continue existing.
"This matter ends here." Gu Han finalized the decision, "Ruyan, you have just had a Breakthrough and need to properly stabilize your Realm. Go down and rest."
"Yes, thank you, Master!" Liu Ruyan bowed again, her voice this time filled with relief and determination.
Gu Luoli and Ye Ling'er also bowed solemnly to Gu Han in turn.
"This Disciple takes her leave." Gu Luoli's voice remained cold, but the respect for her Master in her double pupils was clearly visible.
"Mas... Master, this Disciple also takes her leave." Ye Ling'er's voice carried a trace of imperceptible trembling.
The moment she turned to leave, she still couldn't help but steal one last glance at the figure on the cloud bed.
The words Master had just spoken to the Second Senior Sister, filled with unquestionable dominance and protection within their calmness, struck every word heavily upon her heart.
This was her Master: powerful, gentle, beautiful, and so protective—nearly perfect.
Ye Ling'er took a deep breath, suppressing the complex emotions surging in her heart, her fingertips unconsciously brushing over the cold Ghost Moon Twin Blades at her waist.
She had to work harder. She had to become stronger, strong enough that one day, she could not only protect herself, but perhaps even...
The hall doors slowly closed behind the three of them, shutting their figures and their respective thoughts away.
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