Wan Tianya was exceedingly shrewd and immediately understood that Zhou Yan was granting him and the beings around him the privilege of listening to the Dao.

If before, he looked down on Zhou Yan’s realm and thought that Zhou Yan was not yet a Thunderflame Monarch.

Then after this exchange, Zhou Yan’s imposing will, even just a glance, made Wan Tianya’s heart tremble with fear, and he realized that Zhou Yan was already, almost surpassing the Thunderflame Monarch.

Because, even in the past, facing the Thunderflame Monarch did not make him as uneasy and fearful as he was now.

This situation made Wan Tianya even more respectful towards Zhou Yan.

At the same time, because of Zhou Yan’s care, Wan Tianya felt immense gratitude.

This feeling led Wan Tianya to even decide to forever remain loyal to Zhou Yan unto death.

...

Preaching the Dao, for Zhou Yan, was not considered to be anything significant.

In terms of the comprehension of a single origin element, if Zhou Yan claimed to be the second, there would be no being in this world who would dare to claim to be the first.

For millions of years, what Zhou Yan comprehended was precisely this kind of thing.

So, in terms of such foundations, Zhou Yan was much more abundant than anyone else.

He was even much more profound than his own seven Great Immortal Principles of the Eternal King Immortal Principle!

In this situation, Zhou Yan had a mind to pass on these paths to those around him, while establishing unique singularities to directly connect to the Heavenly Road of Town Domain Demon Origin, forming a training ground for Fei Ya and others to all enter the Heavenly Road of Town Domain Demon Origin to cultivate.

Having this intention, because of Wan Tianya’s preaching, everything fell into place.

Half a day later, Zhou Yan awaited in the Land of the Life Ancient Tree.

This time, not only did Zhou Yan see Wan Tianya, but he also saw many familiar beings.

Qian Luoshui, Jiang Hongyi, Lin Xuefei, Qian Xi, Ping’er, Zhou Sisi, and others.

Of course, from the White Tiger Saint Spirit’s side, Liu Haoxin and others had all returned, now coming because of Zhou Yan’s preaching.

Those like Liu Haoxin, Qian Yao, Jiang Yaoshi, and others, had also arrived.

Zhou Yan naturally also saw Feng Zishuang, who was now in much better condition, her eyes becoming lively and full of spirit, forming a close relationship with Zhou Sisi.

When Zhou Yan looked over, Feng Zishuang also looked back, her vibrant eyes blinking, gazing at Zhou Yan with a look of innocence, curiosity, and admiration that Zhou Yan found unforgettable.

"She’s... starting to recover?"

Zhou Yan felt a bit solemn in his heart, but more so, an indescribable feeling.

Perhaps his feelings for all women could not compare to the complexity of his feelings for Feng Zishuang.

However, Zhou Yan did not dwell on this; instead, he began to articulate some basic elemental rules and some basic combination rules.

Then, on this basis, Zhou Yan discussed the formation and comprehension of origin elements, methods to harmonize with heaven and earth, and so on.

With this preaching, Zhou Yan’s own foundation became even more profound.

Similarly, Fei Ya and others benefited greatly, their realms advancing by leaps and bounds.

Almost, with their gifted abilities, they vaguely touched the threshold of the King Realm.

Of course, even if they stepped into the threshold of the King Realm, it wouldn’t count as a Half-step Monarch, as there is a significant gap between them, but it would far exceed the realm of Nine Great Perfection of the Eternal Nine Rules and Nine Layers.

This progress can be said to have broken a shackle of comprehension, making their future cultivation speed much faster.

Such benefits were clearly felt by every living being in their hearts.

And because of this, they were even more amazed by Zhou Yan, more respectful, and awed by him.

...

The duration of the preaching wasn’t as long as Zhou Yan had imagined; it wasn’t even half a day before it was over.

Perhaps it was due to Zhou Yan’s particularly profound comprehension, or perhaps the Life Ancient Tree’s aura of Enlightenment enveloped the four fields, or perhaps the innate talents of all living beings were extremely formidable.

Zhou Yan spent half a day to impart some fundamental heritage.

Now, Wan Tianya also touched upon his own future path, and together with the three young genius disciples he brought, they were all completely devoted and submitted to Zhou Yan, extremely respectful.

And the change in Feng Zishuang was even beyond Zhou Yan’s expectations.

In this single elemental comprehension, Feng Zishuang possessed an extraordinarily astonishing talent, a talent that was even more amazing than Zhou Yan’s, so much so that whatever extent Zhou Yan preached, Feng Zishuang comprehended to that extent.

And as this comprehension grew, Feng Zishuang’s recovery became more and more astonishing.

When the preaching was over, Feng Zishuang had restored to a state beyond description, with the innocence and naivety in her eyes receding, even displaying inexplicably complex expressions.

And when she looked at Zhou Sisi, her eyes finally bore a tender affection and benevolence.

This situation made Zhou Yan a bit suspicious and uncertain.

So after the preaching, Zhou Yan directly named Feng Zishuang to accompany him into the Forbidden Land of the Elf Domain, the Elf Domain Sea.

Feng Zishuang did not refuse; leaving the others to ponder the Dao, she then entered the Elf Domain Sea with Zhou Yan.

Within the Elf Domain Sea, endless energy flowed like a turbulent torrent, continuously flowing into Feng Zishuang’s body.

And the unknown energy dormant within Feng Zishuang began to awaken.

Feng Zishuang’s realm, from the Five Rules of the Eternal Spirit, skyrocketed.

In an instant, it surpassed Zhou Yan’s realm and advanced further, entering a vague state that Zhou Yan could no longer ascertain Feng Zishuang’s realm.

However, Feng Zishuang’s Eternal Spirit has already begun to transform, turning into a Holy Spirit.

This process is truly fast.

So fast that it seems somewhat unreal.

An unbelievably difficult process seems to have succeeded easily, without a hint of any abnormal signs.

Zhou Yan noticed that the Elf Domain Sea seemed to have become shallower, like deep seawater suddenly thinning, what terrifying energy had suddenly disappeared?

As Zhou Yan looked again at Feng Zishuang, he suddenly discovered that Feng Zishuang’s aura at this moment was quite similar to Zhou Lingyi’s.

Zhou Yan knew that Feng Zishuang was not Zhou Lingyi, yet their auras were identical, very terrifying, and very deep.

"Zhou Yan, I have recovered some of my past memories."

"So, I want to say to you, I’m sorry."

"Although I know saying these words really doesn’t mean much now, my true heart compels me to say them."

The first thing Feng Zishuang said was such words.

Zhou Yan’s heart slightly tensed, then gently smiled with tender eyes, saying, "Silly, it’s okay. Guarding you, or being with you, is my greatest happiness. Between us, there’s no ’sorry’ or ’not sorry’."

Zhou Yan’s words made Feng Zishuang’s eyes appear somewhat dim.

She flashed a complex expression in her eyes and said, "Zhou Yan... husband, the past is past, in the future, I will wholeheartedly be with you, wholeheartedly help you."

"Okay?"

"The past, whether good or bad, constitutes the foundation of our deep feelings, even if it was unbearable, it’s beautiful past events, happy memories."

Zhou Yan’s words were gentle, then he came close to Feng Zishuang, holding her in his arms.

Feng Zishuang’s body slightly trembled, tears silently seeped from her eyes.

In this situation, Feng Zishuang seemed rather weak and haggard.

Zhou Yan gently embraced Feng Zishuang, saying nothing.

Zhou Yan had long known that the relationship between Thunder Flame Monarch and Feng Zishuang would not be simple.

And for a woman to sacrifice like this, with Thunder Flame Monarch once so ruthless, if there’s not some secret, how could it be?

Mu Qingyan, on the other hand, was always cold to Feng Zishuang, rather than treating her well.

In the Soul Burying Starfield, many fragments of events were projected, but when pieced together, they seemed quite special.

Knowing that Feng Zishuang loves him, Zhou Yan realized she must have secrets.

This realization, given the similar aura to Zhou Lingyi, made Zhou Yan understand.

And for White Tiger Saint Spirit to be so powerful yet wary of beings like Zhou Lingyi, even within the King Holy Spirit there are things not easily touched.

Yet, both Zhou Lingyi and Feng Zishuang have transcended within the Soul Burying Starfield.

As Zhou Yan pondered, he interrupted his thoughts, deciding not to think further.

Quietly, holding Feng Zishuang as if holding an entire world.

At that moment, Zhou Yan’s heart was calm and serene.

Such a moment felt both instant and eternal.

Time seemed to be eternally frozen in that moment.

Long after, Feng Zishuang’s trembling gradually ceased, her delicate body calmed.

"Husband, do you prefer Qing’er, Lingzhu Xiao Ziyi, or Mo Yuyao?"

Suddenly, Feng Zishuang playfully smiled, revealing adorable ivory-like teeth.

Her dimple has Feng Lingqing’s grace, Mo Yuyao’s cuteness, Xiao Ziyi’s understated charm, and Feng Ling Bamboo’s touch of pride.

While Zhou Yan was dumbfounded, Feng Zishuang sincerely looked at Zhou Yan, saying, "Husband, this is the real Zishuang, those before were merely parts of my avatars."

"But now, Zishuang can release her avatar at any time, to serve the husband in various forms."

"Husband, do you still want a child? The children of our Ancient Life Clan are wonderful."

Feng Zishuang softly spoke, bringing a playful and charming intention that captivated Zhou Yan deeply.

Zhou Yan didn’t speak, but held Feng Zishuang tightly in his arms.

The cherished Feng Lingqing, Mo Yuyao, Xiao Ziyi, and even Feng Ling Bamboo have returned!

At this moment, Zhou Yan never felt so happy.

He realized that happiness after hardship is particularly precious, worthy of cherishing, worthy of—protecting.

Such happiness is profoundly unforgettable, eternally memorable.

"You’ve finally recovered so much, it’s really good, truly. Though the parts you’re still missing... husband will find a way to help you recover."

Zhou Yan said.

Feng Zishuang still lacked her hands and eyes, but her eyes had long been found, now seeming completely aligned.

Yet, Feng Zishuang’s hands lacked strength, the sense of weakness Zhou Yan could perceive.