7: This is the reward I want.

Dongfang Yingxue watched as Gu Yuan winked at her repeatedly and nodded somewhat helplessly.

She felt more and more that this Rebellious Disciple was becoming quite lawless.

"Alright, jokes aside. What I am about to say next is serious business."

Dongfang Yingxue composed herself, and the Elders along with Gu Yuan all became serious upon hearing her words.

"Since Gu Yuan's issue has been resolved, I have decided to hold the Qiong Yue Grand Assembly in three months. At that time, we will invite all the major powers to the Jade Moon Sect and formally confirm Gu Yuan's status as the Young Sect Master."

Dongfang Yingxue paused, then continued in a calm tone:

"The current Gu Yuan is fully qualified to be the Young Sect Master of the Jade Moon Sect. Do any of you have any objections?"

Gu Yuan was stunned when he heard this; so this was what Revered Master wanted to say.

For a moment, his heart was filled with a myriad of emotions.

Revered Master... she really is too good to me.

Sigh, I feel a bit ashamed. Why do I often have these thoughts of being a Rebellious Disciple who wants to cross the line with his Revered Master?

This is wrong. I've decided to give up on that thought for today!

None of the Elders had any objections.

Facts had proven that the Sect Master's judgment was definitely not wrong.

"Sect Master, in that case, I will begin notifying the major powers of this matter tomorrow."

Elder Zhao spoke up; she was specifically in charge of the Jade Moon Sect's external affairs.

She was also extremely excited about what the Sect Master had said.

After all, the other major powers all had their own incredibly talented Saints and Saintesses.

Only their Jade Moon Sect had delayed in formally confirming this.

As a top-tier power on the Qihuang Continent, it would be a laughingstock if the Jade Moon Sect were looked down upon because of this.

Moreover, with Gu Yuan's astonishing talent, Elder Zhao was confident that he would definitely not lose to any Saint or Saintess.

Dongfang Yingxue nodded slightly upon hearing this. After a moment of contemplation, she continued:

"There is one more thing. I will be heading out in a while to investigate the Sea of Stars."

"I have a feeling that since Nether Moon can cross the Sea of Stars so brazenly, perhaps something has gone wrong with the guard there."

Hearing her say this, the expressions of all the Elders present became extremely solemn.

"Sect Master, this... this is impossible, isn't it? The guard of the Sea of Stars was established by Ancient Immortals. Could something really have gone wrong?"

An Elder asked in a heavy voice; after all, what the Sect Master said was far too shocking.

"Sect Master, we should inform the Taiyi Dao Sect and other forces. The Sea of Stars is a matter that concerns the entire Human Race."

"Yes, Sect Master, this is a matter of great importance. Even if you must go, you must first notify the other Sects."

Dongfang Yingxue glanced at the Elders and then said softly:

"I will personally meet with the Sect Masters of the Taiyi Dao Sect, Liyue Sword Sect, Ice Spirit Valley, and Qintian Study. Do not worry, I have already decided on this matter."

The Elders nodded with worry upon hearing this.

Since the Sect Master had already made her decision, they could only do their best to cooperate.

After that, the group discussed for a while longer before departing one after another.

"Wait, Revered Master, I still have something to say to you."

Seeing that Dongfang Yingxue was also about to leave, Gu Yuan hurriedly called out.

He had been listening silently on the side just now and hadn't interrupted.

Because he knew his Revered Master best; once she spoke her mind, it was impossible for others to persuade her otherwise.

Dongfang Yingxue was startled for a moment, then she nodded.

"Very well, in that case, follow me."

Gu Yuan followed Dongfang Yingxue to the Moon Cliff of the Jade Moon Sect.

This was Dongfang Yingxue's favorite place, and she would often come here to sit.

Well, the difference from before was that now a Rebellious Disciple would often brazenly sit here with her.

"Revered Master, I've found that you're getting more and more beautiful, hehe."

Gu Yuan spoke flirtatiously as usual; this was also a step in his strategy of boiling the frog in warm water.

Didn't you see that Revered Master is already used to it? This is progress!

Dongfang Yingxue gave him a somewhat amused glance.

How could she not know what little schemes Gu Yuan had in his mind?

It was just that regarding Gu Yuan, she didn't know what her own feelings were anymore.

Truly, this Rebellious Disciple was hateful; it felt like he was specifically here to ruin her Dao Heart.

"Get to the point. Don't you get tired of saying these things every day?"

Dongfang Yingxue gave a light snort.

Er... Gu Yuan chuckled upon hearing this, then walked to Dongfang Yingxue's side and looked out at the distant mist-shrouded mountains.

"Revered Master, are you really going to the Sea of Stars? I remember it being very dangerous there."

Gu Yuan asked softly, and upon hearing this, the corners of Dongfang Yingxue's mouth curled up slightly.

How could she not hear the concern for her in Gu Yuan's heart?

"It's fine, I have my own plans. Gu Yuan, the most important thing for you right now is to increase your strength as quickly as possible."

Dongfang Yingxue said, turning to look at Gu Yuan.

"If you are outperformed by others at the Qiong Yue Grand Assembly, hmph, don't blame me for being hard on you."

Gu Yuan gave a soft laugh, his handsome face now full of confidence.

"Revered Master, don't you worry. At that time, I will definitely crush anyone who dares to challenge our Jade Moon Sect. It's just that..."

As Gu Yuan spoke, he suddenly paused on purpose.

Hmm?

Dongfang Yingxue's brow furrowed slightly, and she said with some confusion:

"Just what? If you have something to say, say it. Are you going to keep me in suspense even now?"

Gu Yuan spread his hands, putting on an innocent look.

"How would I dare? I just wanted to ask, if I manage to do what I said, does Revered Master have any reward?"

When he mentioned the reward, Gu Yuan took a step forward. As a result, the distance between him and Dongfang Yingxue became extremely close.

A look of panic appeared on Dongfang Yingxue's cold, beautiful face.

She turned her head away unnaturally, trying hard not to think about the strange feeling in her heart.

"W-What reward do you want? I... hmph, don't push your luck."

Looking at his Revered Master's cute and dazed appearance, Gu Yuan couldn't help but swallow his saliva.

Looking at his beautiful Revered Master so close at hand, her cold face was slightly flushed, and her delicate red lips appeared incomparably tempting.

A hint of an intimate atmosphere quietly emerged.

Gu Yuan's heart went pit-a-pat.

However, just as he was about to make a bold move, he was gently pushed away by Dongfang Yingxue.

Dongfang Yingxue bit her lower lip; she also felt that the atmosphere seemed a bit subtle, so she wanted to say something.

But before she could speak, Gu Yuan reached out and pressed his hand against her soft lips.

"Mhm... the reward I want is this. I wonder if Revered Master can satisfy me?"

Gu Yuan's lips curled into a smile, and his eyes were filled with love as he looked at Dongfang Yingxue.