Ms. Diviner: The Prodigal Daughter's Return Chapter 1387: It Seems Like Ling Baobao Fell Down Again

As every feast must eventually end, it is time for me to depart. Should fate decree it, we shall cross paths again." Ling Baobao sighed, and with a wave of his hand, departed.

"Let us go," Ling Baobao commanded.

Mu Hanyan and the others were not ones to prolong goodbyes. They quickly suppressed their lingering reluctance and resumed their hand seals. As their gestures flowed, several beams of light emanated from their palms, connecting with the Void-breaking Talisman. Their Qi flowed into these beams of light, energizing the talisman.

The Void-breaking Talisman blazed with intense light before shattering. An unseen force then enveloped Ling Baobao, surpassing the limits of Law, and propelled him skyward, directly towards the Above Nine Heavens."Ling Baobao, travel safely!" Mu Hanyan and the others called out, bidding him farewell.

"You all take care as well," Ling Baobao responded, waving with considerable vigor.

Mu Hanyan and the group were left bewildered, nearly losing their footing. That fellow had waved goodbye, seemingly forgetting he was still holding a pair of underwear.

High in the Above Nine Heavens, light and shadow swirled, tearing open a spatial rift. Ling Baobao ascended into this rift, rising ever higher until he became a tiny white speck against the sky, flickering amidst the clouds.

Just as he was about to vanish into the spatial rift, his form flickered, and he seemed to tumble in another direction.

In the blink of an eye, the distant figure was completely gone from their sight.

"Did my eyes deceive me? Did he fall again?" Zirong inquired, rubbing his eyes.

"I couldn't get a clear view," Mu Hanyan replied. Ling Baobao had ascended too rapidly, and the swirling clouds had obstructed her vision.

"It appeared he might have fallen, but I likewise couldn't see clearly," Ye Lanfeng stated.

The group exchanged glances, bewildered by the possibility that he could be so unlucky as to fall from the sky.

"Regardless of whether he fell, with the protection of the Void-breaking Talisman, he should be free from any serious danger," Ye Lanfeng offered reassurance.

This statement brought a sense of relief to everyone, and in their hearts, they even hoped that Ling Baobao had indeed fallen. Their reluctance to see him go mirrored his own. Objectively, each of them wished for him to remain in this world a little longer.

"Han Yan, I too must depart," Ye Lanfeng announced.

"So soon?" Mu Hanyan looked at him, a hint of reluctance in her eyes.

"Uncertainty surrounding Yun Qianmo's situation leaves me uneasy," Ye Lanfeng explained.

"I understand, then go," Mu Hanyan nodded.

"Farewell," Ye Lanfeng offered a profound glance at Mu Hanyan before floating away.

With Ling Baobao's departure and Ye Lanfeng's subsequent leaving, a sense of emptiness settled upon Mu Hanyan and the others. They sat in silence around the stone table, sipping their tea, the atmosphere subdued.

"Han Yan," Lu Nianxin's voice suddenly echoed from the entrance.

"Grandmother, what brings you here?" Mu Hanyan expressed her surprise, looking up.

"I wished to see you a few more times," Lu Nianxin replied with a smile, her gaze lingering on Mu Hanyan's face, as if imprinting her image in her memory.

"Is something amiss? You seem troubled," Mu Hanyan inquired, sensing her grandmother's unease.

"Although I am loath to see you leave, it appears you must," Grandmother said with a bittersweet smile, presenting a letter.

Mu Hanyan broke the seal and glanced at the contents, her expression shifting slightly.

"Has something significant occurred within the Mu Family?" Lu Nianxin asked. The letter had been delivered by a Royal Griffin from Anyun; such a method indicated an event of considerable importance, leading her to suspect trouble within the Mu Family and Mu Hanyan's consequent departure.

Mu Hanyan handed the letter to Lu Nianxin. It contained only two words: "Return swiftly." The handwriting was exceedingly crude, indicative of hasty writing under duress, leaving no room for elaboration.

"Mu Beichen, that wretched old man, what is he doing? Writing a few more words wouldn't kill him!" Lu Nianxin grumbled.

"This letter was not written by Grandfather, but by my father," Mu Hanyan stated gravely.

"What!" Lu Nianxin exclaimed, startled by the revelation.

If a major crisis had befallen the Mu Family, the missive should have come from Mu Beichen. Mu Rui'an was stationed far away in Heishi City; even in an emergency, he would not employ a Royal Griffin unless he had already returned to the Capital. What could have transpired to compel his immediate return?

"Grandmother, I must return at once," Mu Hanyan declared. Though she was as perplexed as her grandmother, she did not dwell on the uncertainty. Upon reaching Anyun, all questions would undoubtedly be answered.

"Go then, I shall escort you out of the city," Lu Nianxin acknowledged the urgency and did not impede her.

Outside the city, the Red Charcoal Cloud Smoke Beast was prepared for departure. While the Shangyue Royal Family possessed Royal Griffins, their limited size made them unsuitable for prolonged, long-distance travel. These griffins were primarily utilized for transmitting messages due to their superior combat prowess and resilience against message interception, proving more dependable than eagles.

Following her farewells to Lu Nianxin, Yue Fanyi, Yue Fanchen, and Zhu Xiuqing, Mu Hanyan mounted the Red Charcoal Cloud Smoke Beast. They then set a course for Anyun.

Mu Hanyan and her companions chose the same route for their return journey. The Red Charcoal Cloud Smoke Beast, a special preparation from Grandmother, was exceptionally fast. It covered the distance in merely half the time it had taken for their initial trip, allowing Mu Hanyan and the others to reach Hanshan Town swiftly.

When the Exotic Beasts launched their assault on the city, all inhabitants were compelled to evacuate. However, having resided in the mountainous region for generations, they were accustomed to such occurrences. As soon as the Exotic Beasts retreated, the residents promptly returned to Hanshan Town.

Upon their arrival at Hanshan Town, the sight of the city gates and walls, still bearing the marks of battle despite repairs, brought back memories of the recent fierce conflict. This evoked a shared sense of emotion and wistful sighs among the people.

"You are... you are Lady Mu, ah no, the Princess! A commoner greets the Princess. The Princess has returned! Quickly, inform the City Lord, the Princess has returned!" Not long after they entered the town, a young man recognized Mu Hanyan. After offering a respectful greeting, he began to shout with joy.

"The Princess has returned! The Princess has returned!" Other residents quickly echoed the excited news.

At the time of the attack, Mu Hanyan had single-handedly served as bait, drawing away the two formidable Fierce Stone Demons. This selfless act enabled the residents of Hanshan Town to escape without harm. Their gratitude towards her was immense. Since her true identity as the Shangyue Princess was revealed, the people of Hanshan Town felt an even deeper connection and reverence whenever she graced their town with her presence.

Before long, the Old City Lord appeared, accompanied by a contingent of residents. Among them were leaders from the prominent local families and many young cultivators who had fought bravely in the siege. These individuals were well aware of the immense power and terrifying nature of the two Fierce Stone Demons, and they fully grasped the perilous circumstances of that day. Their knowledge of the immense danger only deepened their reverence for Mu Hanyan, who had risked her life to save the town.

After exchanging greetings and pleasantries with Mu Hanyan, everyone enthusiastically extended an invitation for her to join them at a celebratory feast.