Immortal Mansion: With mediocre qualifications, I have no choice but to live forever

Li Mubai saw Zhou Yiqiao's fear and explained with a smile.

"The sword cultivators of the Great Xuantian Imperial Family are different from ordinary sword cultivators. They cultivate the sword intent rather than the sword form. They do not rely on swords, but use the universe as swords. Therefore, they do not have a clear-cut magic sword in their hands."

"Similarly, the sword techniques they practice are different from the practice logic of ordinary sword practitioners. Instead, they are more similar to the 'Heavenly Evolution Technique' practiced by the Great Xuantian Imperial Family. Therefore, their aura is also unique."

Zhou Yiqiao suddenly realized why he felt that Luo Lishang's aura was familiar when he first met him.

It turns out that Luo Lishang and the little princess Luo Xi of Daxuantian, whom she had met once in the past, have the same roots in cultivation.

"Alas, an unexpected disaster."

Thinking of what he might encounter in the future, Zhou Yiqiao sighed helplessly.

Li Mubai saw Zhou Yiqiao's worry and comforted him.

"Brother Zhou, don't worry. Although the Second Princess is a little cold, she is not someone who makes trouble for no reason."

"She fought with you before because she couldn't let go of her pride in such a short time. After two days, Brother Zhou, you can come to her house and apologize, and I think the matter will be over."

Zhou Yiqiao nodded, and the heavy stone in his heart was slightly relieved.

"Now it seems that this is the only way."

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Three days later, Zhou Yiqiao brought seven swords and a carefully prepared apology to the cave where Luo Lishang was temporarily staying.

The cave is surrounded by clouds and mist, and is covered with exotic flowers and plants, making it look quiet and mysterious.

Their arrival broke the tranquility here.

A maid in a white dress walked out of the cave. She had a pretty face and a gentle temperament. When she saw Zhou Yiqiao and Qijian, she bowed slightly and asked.

"I wonder what you two are doing here?"

Zhou Yiqiao returned the greeting and spoke sincerely.

"I'm at the bridge next week. Because of some misunderstandings with Princess Luo Lishang a few days ago, I came to apologize. I hope the young lady can pass on the message for me."

The maid looked at Zhou Yiqiao, then glanced at the apology in the hands of the Seven Swordsmen, and nodded slightly.

"Please wait."

After saying that, she turned and walked into the cave, apparently going to convey a message to Luo Lishang.

Not long after, the maid returned and said to Zhou Yiqiao.

"The princess agreed to the audience, but only Master Zhou was allowed to enter."

Zhou Yiqiao nodded, took the apology from Qijian, took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and then walked into the cave.

The interior of the cave is elegantly decorated with white and light blue as the main colors, which looks fresh and refined.

Zhou Yiqiao walked along a winding stone path and finally came to an open courtyard.

Luo Lishang was standing in the middle of the courtyard, her clothes and appearance were very different from her previous image.

Today, she is wearing a water blue long dress with delicate cloud patterns embroidered on the hem and a ribbon of the same color tied around her waist, which makes her figure look more graceful.

Her long hair was gently tied up with a jade hairpin, and a few strands of black hair fell on her shoulders, adding a touch of softness.

Her skin looked even whiter against the backdrop of the aqua blue dress. Although there was still a hint of coldness between her eyebrows, her overall temperament was much softer than before.

Seeing this, Zhou Yiqiao couldn't help but secretly praise in his heart, Luo Lishang is worthy of being the princess of Daxuantian, no matter how she dresses, she can always show different charm.

He stepped forward quickly, offered an apology with both hands, and spoke sincerely.

"Princess Luo, I was reckless a few days ago. I came here today to apologize to you. I hope you can forgive me."

Luo Lishang's eyes glanced lightly at the apology in Zhou Yiqiao's hand. He did not take it immediately, but asked lightly.

"Mr. Zhou, do you know where you went wrong?"

Zhou Yiqiao just wanted to get this matter over with as soon as possible, so he lowered his head and replied.

"I shouldn't have pried into the princess's privacy without permission, and I shouldn't have fought with her after the misunderstanding. Everything is my fault."

Luo Lishang seemed dissatisfied with Zhou Yiqiao's answer. She frowned slightly and opened her red lips.

"If Mr. Zhou still doesn't know where he is wrong, then there is no need to apologize. Please go back."

When Zhou Yiqiao heard Luo Lishang's words, his heart moved and he immediately understood what she meant.

He bowed slightly, his attitude becoming more sincere.

"Princess Luo, I was inconsiderate. If these gifts are not enough to express my apology, please let me know. I, Zhou Yiqiao, will do my best to make up for my mistake."

Seeing that Zhou Yiqiao finally understood what he meant, a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in Luo Lishang's eyes.

She opened her red lips again and spoke lightly.

"Mr. Zhou, an apology is not what I need. What I need is a promise from you."

Zhou Yiqiao was shocked and asked quickly.

"Princess Luo, please speak. As long as it is something I, Zhou Yiqiao, can do, I will not refuse."

Luo Lishang nodded slightly and said.

"Soon, Jiange will hold a grand auction, and I need a companion to go with me."

"Mr. Zhou, are you willing to accompany me on this journey?"

When Zhou Yiqiao heard Luo Lishang's request, he knew in his heart that this was not just a simple matter of accompanying him to the auction.

He hesitated for a moment and asked.

"Princess Luo, why does an auction need me to accompany you? Is there some hidden secret behind this?"

Seeing that Zhou Yiqiao asked directly and had no intention of hiding it, Luo Lishang said calmly.

"There is a treasure I need at the auction, but a young talent of prominent status from Daxuantian will also be there that day."

She paused and continued.

"This person has been pursuing me for many years, but I have no feelings for him at all."

"Unfortunately, his father is one of the Eight Pillars of the Great Xuantian State. He has made great military achievements and is feared by all. Even the Emperor has to respect him."

"Even if I don't want to, I can't verbally reject his pursuit, so I need Mr. Zhou to be my companion to politely reject him."

Zhou Yiqiao's expression darkened and he spoke in a cold voice.

"Princess Luo is really calculating. There were only some misunderstandings between me and the princess, but the princess wanted to persuade me to die for her with just a few words."

What Zhou Yiqiao said was not alarmist.

The Eight Pillars of the Kingdom are eight powerful beings with outstanding military achievements in the Great Mysterious Heaven, and their cultivation is second only to the Lord of the Great Mysterious Heaven.

The power of these people is deeply rooted in Daxuantian, and they are well-known throughout the Tianchen Realm.

For a cultivator in the Tianchen Realm, if he could get the protection of one of them in everything, it would be enough to make him successful.

Not to mention, Luo Lishang needs to deal with the direct descendants of the Eight Pillars of the State!

Luo Lishang remained calm in the face of Zhou Yiqiao's anger, as if he had already anticipated his reaction.

The corners of her mouth rose slightly, revealing a faint smile, and there was a hint of threat in her voice.

"Mr. Zhou, you seem to have forgotten that the person you were spying on was, after all, a princess of the Great Xuantian."

"I'm deliberately suppressing this matter so that you can discuss here in peace whether it was intentional or not."

"But if I said it unintentionally and the matter cannot be resolved, then it cannot be resolved by your simple words, whether intentional or unintentional."

There was a cold flash in her eyes as she continued.

"Mr. Zhou, you are a smart man. You should understand that whether you can survive or not will ultimately depend on what I, Luo Lishang, think."

"Now, I give you a choice, do you want to offend a pillar country, or offend the entire Daxuantian?"

Zhou Yiqiao's face became even gloomier, he clenched his fists, veins on his knuckles appeared from using too much force, but his voice was still as gentle as a spring breeze.

"Princess Luo is right. I was abrupt."

"Zhou is willing to accompany the princess to attend the auction held in Jiange."

When Luo Lishang saw Zhou Yiqiao finally surrender, a gleam of pride flashed in his eyes.

She nodded slightly, then reached out to take the apology brought by Zhou Yiqiao and said lightly.

"Mr. Zhou, since you have made your choice, the misunderstanding between us is now over."

"Go back and prepare well. I'll send someone to notify you on the day of the auction."

Zhou Yiqiao bowed and replied respectfully.

"Zhou knows."

Luo Lishang smiled slightly, turned and walked towards the depths of the cave, leaving Zhou Yiqiao standing alone in the courtyard.

He looked at Luo Lishang's back, the anger and helplessness in his heart intertwined, and finally turned into a heavy sigh.

Zhou Yiqiao knew very well that he had found himself in a dilemma because of his damn curiosity.

Just as Luo Lishang said, whether it was offending the entire Daxuantian or offending a pillar of the country, the consequences were not something that a cultivator in the middle stage of the Refinement Realm could bear.

The only thing we can do now is to take one step at a time and try to find a glimmer of hope in this doomed situation.

"Mr. Zhou, if there is nothing else, I will take you out."

The maid who was in charge of guiding them had quietly appeared beside Zhou Yiqiao at some point and spoke softly.

Zhou Yiqiao withdrew his thoughts, nodded, and followed the maid out.

After walking out of Luo Lishang's residence, the Seven Swords came forward immediately and wanted to ask Zhou Yiqiao about the outcome.

"Don't make it public. Let's go back to Lingyun Peak first. We can discuss the rest after we get back."

The Seven Swords nodded, and followed Zhou Yiqiao obediently as they rose from the ground, transforming into two rays of rainbow light and disappearing into the sky.

After the two disappeared, Luo Lishang, who was supposed to enter the cave, came out with the maid in white dress.

"Your Highness, this man has outstanding looks and temperament, but his cultivation and abilities are not outstanding. I don't know what you like about him, Princess?"

The maid in white dress obviously had a high status beside Luo Lishang, and she actually started asking directly.

Luo Lishang smiled gently, looked deeply in the direction where Zhou Yiqiao disappeared, and said slowly.

"Ling'er, you were not there that day, so you don't know what happened between him and me. It's normal that you can't see through this man's strength."

"I'm only telling you that I was so angry that day that I used the 'Nine Heavens Mysterious Spiritual Silk' to perform a killing move from the 'Heavenly Sword Manual', but I only managed to fight him to a draw."

"Except for those monsters in Tianwaitian, there are not many people of the same age who can have such strength."