My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty

This time, the two of them found their training much easier, especially when it came to mastering the Twin Souls Sword. It was not as difficult as before.

To not disappoint Gu Lan, they boldly attempted to push the Twin Souls Sword to its limits.

It was important to note that the two of them had always fought together as a pair, and now, with the addition of the Twin Souls Sword, their synergy had reached new heights.

Gu Lan had come to the training ground with no intention of leaving just yet. He wanted to check on Gu Simu and see how much progress she had made in the past several days.

As soon as he entered, he noticed the Hammer of Evergreen Pine in Gu Simu's hand, and the terrifying aura of True Qi that surrounded her.

Seeing this power, Gu Lan smiled faintly. In just a few days, this girl's comprehension of the technique had certainly not been lacking.

Upon noticing him, Ding True Man seemed to grab hold of a life-saving opportunity, rushing towards Gu Lan immediately.

"Master!" he called out.

However, before he could get any closer, the Hammer of Evergreen Pine was already coming at him from the side.

Gu Simu didn't hesitate, and Ding True Man didn't put up any resistance. With one strike, he was sent flying a great distance.

Struggling to get up from the ground, Ding True Man's eyes were filled with embarrassment. Although he felt resentment in his heart, he dared not express it openly.

At this point, Gu Simu also noticed Gu Lan. She stopped her attack and quickly returned the Hammer of Evergreen Pine to its resting position.

"Father, what brings you here?" she asked, with a hint of surprise in her voice.

"I came to see you. What, you don't welcome me?" Gu Lan replied teasingly.

"How could I not? My strength has grown a lot. Father, do you want to try it?" Gu Simu responded excitedly.

The battle with Ding True Man had not been interesting for her, and now, she wanted to test her new strength.

Having always pampered his daughter, Gu Lan naturally wouldn't refuse. He smiled and nodded, gesturing for her to go ahead.

"Come on, let me see your strength!" he encouraged.

Ding True Man, who had been standing to the side, was quick to retreat. He was grateful for the chance to rest. After all, he had been under a lot of pressure these past few days—not only enduring Gu Simu's strength but also being constantly threatened.

Now, finally, he could take a break. He decided to remain silent during this father-daughter sparring match.

Gu Simu didn't hold back at all. She was well aware of her father's strength. Grasping the Hammer of Evergreen Pine in her hand, she summoned a flash of golden light, and the hammer came crashing down from the sky.

A massive boom echoed through the entire training area, shaking the surroundings, but Gu Lan simply raised one hand to block the attack effortlessly.

Seeing this, Gu Simu was shocked. This was her full-strength strike, and it had been so easily blocked?

"Not bad, little girl. But you're still a little lacking compared to your father!" Gu Lan said calmly.

Gu Simu pouted, clearly disappointed. She had thought her attack would at least make Gu Lan put in some effort to block it. But instead, it was a breeze for him.

Seeing her sulk, Gu Lan couldn't help but be affectionate. He walked over, placed a hand on her head, and gently ruffled her hair.

"You've done very well. When I blocked your attack, I at least had to make a move. Now, let's take a look at someone else!" he said with a smile.

Turning his gaze toward Ding True Man, his expression grew colder.

The mere glance froze Ding True Man in his tracks. A sense of unease washed over him. Not daring to hesitate, he quickly approached Gu Lan, bowing respectfully.

"Master!" Ding True Man greeted him.

Gu Lan didn't speak but let his voice reach Ding True Man's ears.

"You know what to do, right?" Gu Lan's tone was calm, but there was an edge to it.

Ding True Man froze for a moment. He then nodded vigorously, his heart sinking.

What Gu Lan wanted was simple: Ding True Man had to fight Gu Simu but hold back his full strength, and do so without letting her notice.

Earlier, Ding True Man had thought that following Gu Lan was a good thing, but as time passed, he realized things were not as simple as he had imagined.

Gathering his True Qi, he activated the power of the Heaven-Fixing Realm.

However, when he made his move, he was careful to restrain his power.

This motion was fluid and seamless, and Gu Simu had no idea that he was using any power at all.

Gu Lan didn't even glance at him. He simply adjusted his True Qi and took a single step forward, causing the entire training ground to tremble.

The incoming force was shattered instantly, and Ding True Man was sent flying nearly a thousand feet away. His body was covered with numerous cracks.

He hadn't used his full power, but Gu Lan had invoked the Rule of Five Elements.

Ding True Man had the power of a Heaven-Fixing Realm expert, but he had not dared to unleash it fully. He had thought Gu Lan would show some leniency, but instead, he had been overwhelmed.

Gu Lan didn't spare him another glance. He turned his attention back to Gu Simu, his expression one of fondness.

"See that? You're already much stronger than him!" Gu Lan said with a smile.

Ding True Man was furious. How could a Heaven-Fixing Realm expert be treated this way? But did he have any other options? Clearly, he did not. Keeping his life was already a huge favor from Gu Lan.

Gu Simu was also stunned. When they had fought earlier, she hadn't felt that Ding True Man was so weak, so how had things changed now?

Ding True Man's face flushed with embarrassment, and his eyes reflected his frustration. How long would he keep being treated this way?

Before he could speak, Gu Lan interrupted.

"I know you've been feeling a little frustrated staying here. I've arranged something else for you to do. Would you like to take a look?"

Ding True Man's interest was piqued immediately. As long as it meant he could escape Gu Simu's presence, he was willing to do anything.

"I am willing to follow Master's orders!" he replied enthusiastically, a smile returning to his face.

"You will go to the Lanyan Royal School and help guide the disciples there!" Gu Lan instructed.

This was an excellent opportunity for Ding True Man. Not only did he get to show off his strength, but he also had a chance to be involved in a new venture, potentially establishing his own sect. He saw this as an opportunity for growth and agreed without hesitation.

"I'll go now!" he said, eager to begin.

However, before he could leave, Gu Lan stopped him.

"One more thing. Not only will you help the disciples at Lanyan Royal School improve, but you must also keep an eye on the outside world. If there are any intruders, eliminate them!"

Gu Lan wanted to stay close to Gu Simu and Mu Yuyan for a while longer, but he also had to remain vigilant about the situation at the Royal School. He felt that having a Heaven-Fixing Realm expert stationed there would make any external interference less likely.

"Rest assured, Master," Ding True Man responded confidently. "I've never feared anyone, except for some old-timers."

As for Gu Simu's development, Gu Lan already had plans. He intended for her to experience the outside world once Zhongren returned. Staying in the palace would not be sufficient for her growth.

After giving Gu Simu some pointers, Gu Lan left her to continue her training in solitude. She didn't like being disturbed while she was focusing, not even by him.

Upon returning to the palace, Gu Lan found Mu Yuyan frowning, her expression serious.

"Has something happened?" he asked, noticing her troubled face.

Although Mu Yuyan didn't reveal her concerns to others, she had no secrets from Gu Lan.

"Someone has sent word. During the Competition of Myriads of Clans, some factions have already sided with the Bright Clan. We must be vigilant and act quickly to prevent disaster!" she explained.

Gu Lan nodded thoughtfully. It seemed that it was time for the disciples of Lanyan Royal School to showcase their abilities. They couldn't afford to wait any longer.