Chapter 3: Executing The Plan To Save Wang Xiangyi

The cavern was bathed in the soft glow of luminescent crystals as Su Yuerong slowly regained consciousness. The unfamiliar surroundings and the suppressed sensation of her cultivation immediately caught her attention.

'Where am I?' she thought, scanning the cavern with cautious eyes.

As she moved to sit up, Su Yuerong's gaze fell upon Wang Li, an exceptionally handsome man sitting beside a small fire. The air in the cavern was filled with the aroma of a stew curry simmering in a cauldron.

Wang Li turned towards her with a warm smile as she stirred. "Ah, you're finally awake."

Confusion clouded Su Yuerong's eyes as she questioned their whereabouts and demanded to know who he was.

Wang Li chuckled at her natural reaction. "I'm Wang Li, the one who abducted you from Tianxia City."

The revelation shocked Su Yuerong. Though she had never known Wang Li's appearance, his name had echoed through the righteous sects as the surviving member of the Wang Family – the one with alleged demonic ties. Her sect, the Azure Peak Sect, had issued orders to eliminate him.

"Why reveal your identity?" she asked, suspicion lingering in her gaze.

Wang Li remained calm, extending a bowl of stew curry and fish towards her. "Eat. You must be hungry."

Su Yuerong hesitated, eyeing the food with suspicion. Wang Li, understanding her wariness, began to eat himself, explaining, "I've been posing as a mortal for so long that eating has become a habit, even though I don't need to."

The aroma of the food eventually tempted Su Yuerong, and she cautiously took a few bites. As the flavors registered, she couldn't deny the skill in Wang Li's cooking.

"Why did you abduct me? What evil intentions do you have?" Su Yuerong asked with a cold edge in her tone.

Wang Li, unfazed, responded with a sly smile, "If I had evil intentions, you wouldn't be preserving your purity right now."

Though acknowledging the truth in his words, Su Yuerong couldn't dismiss her suspicions. She questioned Wang Li about his motives, and he answered with a straightforward proposition.

"I want your assistance in saving my cousin, Wang Xiangyi, from the clutches of the Azure Peak Sect."

Su Yuerong raised a brow in confusion. "Wang Xiangyi? Last I heard, she serves as Ye Fan's maid."

Wang Li's eyes gleamed with determination. "Exactly, and that's why I need your help."

Su Yuerong couldn't comprehend the connection between Wang Li and Wang Xiangyi. The situation seemed more complicated than she initially thought.

Wang Li, sensing her skepticism, leaned forward. "Ye Fan orchestrated the fall of the Wang Family. I have evidence, and I want to expose him. Your assistance could be crucial."

Su Yuerong agreed, her gaze unwavering. With swift movements, they both mounted their Flying Swords and soared into the sky, heading towards the Tianxi City.

In the city, Wang Li purchased clothes suitable for a servant of a cultivator. He changed into the attire, concealing his identity further with a black mask covering the lower half of his face and a bamboo hat. Su Yuerong used her Azure Amulet to mark Wang Li as her servant, ensuring that the Azure Peak Sect's array formation wouldn't detect any intruders.

Following Su Yuerong's lead, they approached the Azure Peak Sect without triggering any alarms. The tension in the air was palpable as they neared the peak where Ye Fan's grotto was located.

Wang Li's heart pounded with anticipation, knowing that the success of their plan hinged on a delicate balance of timing and strategy. As they reached the designated peak, Su Yuerong guided Wang Li towards Ye Fan's grotto.

According to Wang Li's plan, Su Yuerong would challenge Ye Fan to a spar on the sect's arena, creating a diversion while Wang Li moved stealthily to Wang Xiangyi's abode. The challenge, Wang Li believed, would be accepted by Ye Fan, given his known weakness for beautiful cultivators.

Wang Li found a concealed spot to observe the events unfold. Su Yuerong, with confidence in her steps, approached Ye Fan's grotto. She bowed respectfully, her voice carrying across the peak, "Senior Brother Ye Fan, I have heard of your prowess in the martial arts. Would you honor me with a friendly spar on the sect arena?"

Ye Fan, who was currently cultivating within his grotto, heard Su Yuerong's proposition. The mention of a spar, especially from a cultivator with Su Yuerong's reputation, piqued his interest. With a smirk, he emerged from his grotto, his eyes appreciatively sizing up Su Yuerong.

"Ah, how can I refuse such a polite invitation from you Junior Sister Su?" Ye Fan responded, a playful glint in his eyes.

Su Yuerong's plan worked flawlessly. She and Ye Fan made their way to the sect arena, leaving Wang Li with a small window of opportunity. He carefully moved towards the peak where Wang Xiangyi was held captive, staying in the shadows to avoid detection.

Meanwhile, Su Yuerong and Ye Fan faced each other on the arena, the sect disciples gathering to witness the spectacle. The air was charged with anticipation as the spar began.

Back at Wang Xiangyi's abode, Wang Li approached with caution. He could feel the restrictions and wards placed around the area, remnants of the Azure Peak Sect's security measures. Wang Li focused on his cultivation and carefully dismantled the barriers, ensuring a quiet and undetected entry.

As he entered the abode, he saw Wang Xiangyi in a servant's attire.

Meanwhile, as Wang Xiangyi laid her eyes on this individual who was wearing a bamboo hat, her eyes widened.

"Who is it?"

"It's me, cousin. I have come to save you," Wang Li whispered softly as he removed his mask to let her see it was indeed him.

Upon noticing that it was her cousin, Wang Xiangyi relaxed visibly.

Wang Li quickly went to work as he stepped forward and gently touched the forehead of his cousin, drawing upon the Yin-Yang Cultivation Ability, to remove the slave restriction placed on her. He could feel the tension in the air as every passing moment increased the risk of their plan being discovered.

In the arena, Su Yuerong and Ye Fan engaged in a spirited spar. Su Yuerong showcased her formidable skills, impressing the onlookers, while Wang Li worked swiftly to free Wang Xiangyi.

The crucial moment arrived when Wang Li successfully lifted the slave restriction from Wang Xiangyi. Her eyes widened with a mix of disbelief and relief. Wang Li gestured for her to follow him silently.

As Su Yuerong and Ye Fan ended their spar, Wang Li and Wang Xiangyi moved with stealth.