Morning sunlight pierced the fading mist.
Warm.
Brilliant.
Victorious.
Across the forest clearing—
Mortal Sect disciples stood proudly.
Spirit beasts at their sides.
Spirit pets bouncing with excitement.
On the high platform—
Su Wan smiled faintly.
Her phone hovering before her.
"The Sect Assist Module…"
"…has fully upgraded."
Her screen displayed:
• Trajectory Optimization +50%• Spirit Beast Coordination +40%• Combat Experience Accumulation +90%
She looked down at the formation.
Eyes gleaming.
"Even Immortal Realm elites…"
"…have to walk around us now."
Immortals Return — Uneasy
The three immortals attacked again.
But something had changed.
Hesitation.
Tension.
Uncertainty.
Comic Relief — Mortal Style
The commoner prodigy dashed forward—
Perfect dodge.
Perfect footwork.
Then—
CRUNCH.
He stepped on a slick layer of fallen leaves.
"Whoa—!"
He slipped spectacularly—
Landing straight into the arms of a startled little spirit beast.
"…Ow!"
The tiny beast blinked innocently.
Then awkwardly raised a paw—
Helping him upright.
For half a second—
Silence.
Then—
The entire Mortal Sect burst into laughter.
Even the immortals froze.
"…Did…"
"…did that spirit beast just assist his fall recovery?!"
The Emperor Enters
Wind shifted.
Xiao Xuanyin stepped into the forest.
Sword flashing once.
The air stilled instantly.
Spirit beasts halted.
Disciples straightened.
Respect surged like a tidal wave.
Shen Yan grinned.
"Your Majesty!"
"You're too imposing!"
"We can't keep up with your rhythm!"
Xiao Xuanyin chuckled softly.
He lifted a hand.
Pointed skyward.
A streak of golden light descended—
Sweeping across the forest like a warm breeze.
Spirit beasts shivered.
Disciples trembled slightly.
Yet—
An inexplicable sense of calm settled over everyone.
"…Did His Majesty just order express delivery wind support?" someone joked.
Laughter rippled again.
Su Wan shook her head, amused.
"As expected…"
"The Mortal Sect…"
"…wins battles and keeps spirits high."
Observer — Immortal Confusion
At the forest's edge,
the visiting immortal frowned deeply.
"They…"
"…turned combat into harmony?"
Not chaos.
Not bloodshed.
But controlled, joyful dominance.
Full Bloom of the Sect
Within the forest—
Power surged everywhere.
• Spirit beasts executed flawless assists• Disciples and beasts fused offense and defense• Palace prodigies guided calmly—while joking• One girl regulated her breathing… while secretly knitting• Another teased a spirit pet mid-combat… without losing efficiency
Immortal elites faltered.
Their expressions twisting.
"…They're fighting…"
"…and relaxing?!"
System Confirmation
Su Wan's phone glowed triumphantly:
[Sect Combat Strength +60%][Spirit Beast Synchronization Complete][Immortal Interference Effectiveness: SEVERELY REDUCED]
Her smile deepened.
Immortal Admission
Beyond the forest—
The elites stared, exhausted.
Shaken.
"These mortals…"
"…can battle…"
"…and enjoy life at the same time?"
"…Unbelievable."
The visiting immortal sighed heavily.
"…We must take them seriously now."
"These mortals…"
"…are no longer targets we can crush at will."
Nightfall — Peaceful Victory
The Deep Forest fell quiet.
Spirit beasts curled up lazily.
Disciples gathered in relaxed circles.
The commoner prodigy snuck candy.
Spirit pets giggled beside him.
On the platform—
Su Wan's screen shimmered:
[Sect Status: Stable][Immortal Intervention: Forced Withdrawal][Sect Experience Gain: +100%]
She laughed softly.
Turning to Xiao Xuanyin:
"Looks like…"
"Your Majesty has full confidence now."
Xiao Xuanyin watched the disciples.
Their smiles.
Their laughter.
Their strength.
His lips curved upward.
"Both laughter…"
"And power…"
"…belong to the Mortal Sect."
And beneath the stars—
A new era quietly solidified.