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[The Unclouded Soul]

[Episode 11]

Located near Qingyuan Mountain, Pingjiang Prefecture

was plagued by demons.

This time, under imperial orders to eradicate evil creatures,

all Feiyu Guards worked day and night,

showing absolute devotion.

After several fierce battles,

the Feiyu Guard slew over 100 demon beasts

and multiple great demons.

Among all battles, the one in the Misty Forest was particularly hard.

Fortunately, by the grace of Your Majesty,

thanks to Master Bingzhu's excellent command

and the soldiers' valiant efforts,

we finally executed the mountain elves that had blighted the world for a century

and Jin Muqing, Qionghua's sect leader, whose soul had corrupted by evil,

right on the spot.

For a long time, demons inflicted severe harm on Pingjiang.

For this combat, I motivated all individuals in Pingjiang,

including military personnel and civilians,

to assist Feiyu Guards.

I risked my life and possessions

just to restore peace

to the people.

What are mountain elves?

Your Majesty,

they're survivors of Hefeng Tribe from 20 years ago.

Hefeng Tribe?

Have you found any leads on Yuli Spring?

Your Majesty,

those dead mountain elves quickly

decomposed into soil.

To be on the safe side,

I've ordered to have the soil

that the elves were buried in

all dug up and brought back

for the Imperial Sorcerer to examine,

in which there may be clues.

Feiyu Guards did a great job eliminating demons.

Prefect Liu also deserves credit for providing assistance.

Good! You will all be rewarded based on your merits.

Thank Your Majesty.

Thank Your Majesty.

The Demon Slayer's presence

is requested by His Majesty in the Elixir Refining Chamber.

I also have great news to tell you, my loyal subject.

A few days ago,

moved by my piety, the Exalted Immortal

descended to earth again.

This time,

the Exalted Immortal agreed to accept my offerings.

A hundred intelligent maidens

shall be sent to Penglang as attendants of the Exalted Immortal.

Then maybe the celestial mountain barrier will be removed early.

I've thought it over.

Girls from common families tend to be coarse.

So I opt for officials' daughters.

This task is now entrusted to you.

I need it done soon.

When the girls are gathered,

have them board a large ship.

You will then personally escort them to the destination.

But, I think...

What do you not understand, my loyal subject?

As Your Majesty

commands.

The things here are even better than those in Pingjiang.

Too bad that I've run out of money,

so I can't buy anything.

After traveling for days,

my face has become as dry as an eggshell.

You wilt in the heat

when the sun gets high.

So we have to hide during the day and move at night.

Now, all I want is to feed my stomach.

But I can't conjure money at the moment.

We must find Bingzhu as soon as possible.

Don't worry, miss.

If I were to let such a beautiful lady like you

struggle on the streets,

wouldn't it be my fault?

I have food and clothes at home.

Why not come home with me, miss?

I don't want to go home with you.

I have an idea.

Why don't you buy

some life necessities

for me and my friend right here?

Sure.

Well,

we're looking for a friend.

Do you know where we can find

the Demon Slayer

of the Feiyu Guard?

The Demon Slayer of the Feiyu Guard?

Yes.

Why not ask to meet the Emperor too?

You're crazy.

How could you be so rude, sir?

He just insulted us.

When I'm telling the truth,

others actually treat me as a liar.

We were so close

to persuading

that man to spend money on us.

Then you would have had to go home with him.

Silly you. Let's go.

[The Matchmaker's Temple]

If you're also in love with me,

this knot of true love will show a response

once it is tied.

Would you like to try?

Sure.

The knot of true love?

Xiao Yao,

would you like to tie a knot of true love

to pray for His Lordship?

Xiao Yao,

come here!

Listen,

these intertwined branches symbolize a bond for life.

A knot of true love is best to be tied here.

I hope your heart feels what mine does.

May my love be cherished and returned.

I pray for your safety

and mine as well.

May all of us be safe

and well.

I've attached my consciousness to this vine-wreathed bracelet.

It will keep you safe.

Xiao Yao, look who's here.

God of Marriage, I wish

-Master Bingzhu will fall in love with me. -God of Marriage, I hope

-to become Master Bingzhu's wife soon. -Please have him propose to me.

Do they look familiar to you?

How can the younger sister get married

before the older one does?

You were just lusting after my future husband.

How could I not take action?

You have no shame.

-Lord Bingzhu will only be your brother-in-law! -But Dad already promised

to marry me off to Lord Bingzhu.

Not a chance!

Let go!

Who would've thought Master Bingzhu could be so popular?

Let's go find Dad like this then.

Fine, let's do it!

Since the two of them are here,

the Prefect must be nearby.

If we follow them,

maybe we'll find Bingzhu.

That's right.

Let's go!

I'll tell my dad!

So will I, as he's my dad too!

He's my dad!

-Mine too! -Ladies!

You punks!

Let's go.

Why waste time on these punks?

Ladies,

since you're here in the Matchmaker's Temple,

I bet you're looking for ideal husbands.

Why not let me

make your dreams come true?

Scram!

She actually told me to scram.

Feisty girls.

Exactly what I like.

It's money.

I once had a bowl of noodles that was worth several hundred taels.

You think I'd care about this?

Let's go.

We don't want it!

What's wrong with you?

Ladies, you're like precious and beautiful blossoms

that share a stem,

yet the noble bearing you exude is not to be ignored.

He even conjured a flower out of thin air for me.

Does he have any idea what I really am?

What are you waiting for?

-Beat them up! -How dare you punch me?

Run!

Are you okay?

Catch them!

Take them down!

Run!

Don't let them get away!

Hands off me!

Xiao Yao!

Trying to run away?

I won't let you go anywhere!

Hold them tight!

This is the capital,

the most civilized area of the nation.

For harassing common girls,

you deserve punishment.

B-Boss...

D-do you know who I am?

My dad is the Chief Inspector.

I'm his eldest legitimate son!

Get lost!

I...

If you dare say one more word,

the Demon Slayer will... My Lord, beat him to death!

I'll beat you to death!

Guys, run!

-I dare you to... -Go away!

I'll get back at you!

Lord Bingzhu.

What are you doing in the capital?

We're here for you.

There's a chance for you to perform a meritorious deed.

But now we're starving

and exhausted from the journey to find you.

Well,

do you mind showing some hospitality?

What do you think? Is it good?

It's amazing!

Luoluo would definitely love this.

Here, have some more.

-Thank you. -Thank you, Lord Bingzhu.

What are these?

Candied haws on a stick.

Sweet or sour?

Both!

Yeah!

This is worth all the trouble we've been through.

Do demons cultivate so hard

just to enjoy delicious food in the human realm?

The human realm offers so much more than food.

Being human is wonderful.

There's endless joy for humans.

Back then as a flower,

I always envied human women

whenever I saw them.

They got to wear all sorts of clothes

and style their hair in various ways.

As they put on different make-up products,

another kind of beauty would instantly appear.

While admiring them,

I was cultivating hard.

That made me who I am today.

But my effort's far from enough.

I must continue cultivating.

Therefore,

I'm afraid nobody but you

and Tan'er can be a match for Dreamshard Immortal.

Xiao Yao,

you know me well.

That's why you talked about going to the Realm of Mist and Void

to eliminate evil spirits.

But I also know you well.

You're full of crafty and wicked ideas.

If you're planning to use me

to wipe out the Demon King's enemies,

then you're barking up

the wrong tree.

-Don't you judge me by... -Come on.

Show him the portrait.

This can prove what our words can't.

Look.

We've all met her on Qingyuan Mountain.

Don't you see I'm telling the truth?

If I'm lying to you,

may I be penniless for the rest of my life.

Yeah.

She...

is in fact a spirit?

Dreamshard Immortal was a divine being

until she left the celestial mountain

and was corrupted by worldly desires.

She could no longer focus on her cultivation

and thus became a spirit.

She has long fed on the essence of young women to preserve her appearance,

earning the label "ruthless and merciless."

Don't you think you should purge the world of such an evil spirit?

Where exactly

is the Realm of Mist and Void?

We don't know.

That's why we came to you.

What is he doing?

This is the most inclusive nautical chart in Tiansheng Kingdom.

All the islands that humans have visited

are recorded on it.

[Lifeng Island] [Hupo Islet]

Our target's not here...

[Penglang]

This is what humans call the Realm of Mist and Void,

[Penglang]

"Penglang."

Penglang?

Dreamshard Immortal,

emerge now.

Hong Ye.

You're free-spirited

and unrestrained.

Even a thousand years of hardship

couldn't tame you.

Yet for my sake,

you've been put through all the Eight Sufferings of a human life

and left with a broken heart.

I'm the one who made you this way.

Hong Ye.

This is all my fault.

I have no regrets.

Hong Ye.

Never has a moment gone by

without me feeling miserable.

Give me a chance to atone for my sins.

Let's start over,

shall we?

Hong Ye.

Look at me.

I am Xiao Yao.

Ning'an betrayed you,

but I won't.

You could forsake

your life for Ning'an.

Then what about me?

Will you do anything

for me?

Yes, I will.

Very well.

You're voluntarily giving me your heart.

A human feels no pain without a heart.

So does a demon.

This is right.

It's her.

Exactly her.

It's like you can read my mind, my loyal subject.

She's the Exalted Immortal I told you about.

This painting captures her perfectly.

Your Majesty,

when I reviewed the Feiyu Guard's secret archives yesterday,

I learned about the existence of certain spirits

that specialize in bewitching people

and feed on the essence of maidens.

This, in my opinion, is a serious issue.

I propose to verify the identity of the Exalted Immortal before sending

girls to the celestial mountain.

Are you indicating...

that I'm a foolish and incompetent ruler

who has been bewitched by a spirit?

I don't mean any of that.

I'm only imploring Your Majesty to wait

till I figure out the truth about spirits.

Wait?

Till your investigation's over or till I die?

My apologies!

Your Majesty shall live for ever and ever!

Quickly gather 100 maidens.

Set sail soon.

No delay is allowed.

As Your Majesty

commands.

Tan'er, you want to go too?

This trip is to the lair of evil spirits.

Extreme danger lies ahead,

yet I cannot mobilize any troops.

What if we...

Are you really this eager to help Xiao Yao?

Demon Slayer,

the Feiyu Guard has assembled.

[Tianwei Gate]

The Feiyu Guard is ordered by His Majesty

to bring the daughters

of officials of sixth rank and above,

who, under the age of 18,

must be of good character and appearance,

out of the city gate at 3 p.m.,

so as to ship them to serve the Exalted Immortal.

Do arrive on time!

Yes!

[Li Residence]

We the Feiyu Guards are acting on imperial orders.

Those who dare to disobey

will be punished for defiance of the Emperor's will.

Let go of me!

My daughter!

Mom!

Mom!

Hands off her!

Take the girl away!

Mom!

[Li Residence]

Move!

Let go of me!

Keep moving!

Let go of me!

Dad!

Mom!

Dad!

Dad!

What's the use of being an official?

You can't even protect your own daughter!

Ease up a little!

What's the matter with you?

Bear with me, miss.

[Residence of Demon Slayer]

Xiao Yao, Dali.

It's quite a distance to the Realm of Mist and Void.

I believe you need to buy supplies

for unexpected situations.

Have you figured out how to get there?

Not yet.

But once we're at sea,

Dreamshard will surely come to guide us.

Just take the money.

Alright, thanks.

The sun's intense out at sea.

We'll need plenty of makeup products and spare clothes.

Right.

Let me smell it again.

-What a lovely scent. -How fragrant.

You like that too?

When we return,

I'll get you a new sheath.

Tan'er, this is for you.

We didn't get to draw a fortune stick last time at the Matchmaker's Temple.

Why don't we...

Draw a fortune stick?

Yes.

Yes.

Let's go.

[God of Marriage]

There are so many people here.

I bet today is an auspicious day.

I agree.

Let's hang ours over there.

Sure.

I'll go draw a fortune stick.

An auspicious omen?

No way. I'll try again.

That one doesn't count.

Let me check it out.

"Thrivingly the golden bough and jade leave grow."

"No wind, frost, rain, or snow can lay them low."

What an auspicious lot.

It's a stroke of supreme luck, Dali.

Terrific!

[Supreme Luck]

So you're able to interpret fortune sticks, My Lord.

Xiao Yao, I drew a highly auspicious lot.

You should draw a stick too.

-Fancy a try? -I got the best of fortune.

I want a new one.

Please explain the note to me, My Lord.

"A perfect union was forged at the dawn of time."

"The timing is good, and all things in bliss are laid."

"Do not ignore this message, lucky fellow."

"You will be blessed with joy and many children."

This...

This is the best of all sticks marked with "Supreme Luck"!

[Supreme Luck]

Xiao Yao,

you're in great luck!

That's wonderful!

Thank you for the kind words, My Lord.

There's fresh water in the room for you.

Freshen up and get changed.

I'll be waiting outside.

Got it.

Yes.

He's actually nice.

Why are you locking the door?

Let me out!

Stay away from the door.

Let me out!

What happened?

Bingzhu, what are you up to?

Xiao Yao, don't worry.

I will go to the Realm of Mist and Void

to destroy that devil spirit with my own hands.

Dreamshard is cunning and deceitful.

This trip could be a tough one.

Your involvement will only serve

to increase the burden on me

without offering any help.

It's better for you to wait here,

so you won't lose your lives for nothing.

How long do we have to stay here?

The charm will lose effect in 10 days.

The food and water inside

will last you 10 days.

If I can't make it back,

don't bother to go there.

Focus on your cultivation,

and don't harm people.

Lord Bingzhu, come back to talk it through!

No wonder he prepared so much food for us.

It turns out he planned to confine us here.

What's there to do? We must find a way out.

Or there won't be sunshine

for me in the next 10 days!

What can we do?

It's 10 whole days. His Lordship will...

Xiao Yao, what are you doing?

No harm can be caused when our hands are away from the charm.

Good thing I was well prepared.

Seems like you braced yourself for this.

How did you know he wouldn't let us go?

Demons are behind every unusual occurrence.

He...

Aren't we demons ourselves?

He suddenly spent so much money on us

and rigged the fortune sticks with lame tricks.

Lord Bingzhu's ways

of pleasing girls are so corny.

I must teach him a thing or two next time I see him.

How are you so clever?

It would take me more than a lifetime to realize that.

I was thinking... What now?

Let's go.

Wait.

I'll take all that stuff with me.

I've decided to spend his money.

I'll take everything he bought us.

Bingzhu is not very nice,

but the things he bought are quite nice.

Don't take too many things!

-Get in there! -No!

Go in!

Sir!

I hear you! Just a moment!

I'm stuck, Dad.

Congratulations, sir. Two wonderful things have happened to you.

Right after receiving a decree for a promotion,

your daughters are now given

the honor of serving the Exalted Immortal.

How very delightful.

Officer, my two daughters

love to play.

They're still away, hanging out in town.

In that case,

please let my men search the room,

so we can complete our task.

Officer, my two daughters

are rather vulgar.

They're not suited to be attendants for the Exalted Immortal.

Dad!

Mom!

We're back!

Dad,

why didn't you tell me

and my sister such wonderful news?

We heard about it.

By imperial decree,

we have the privilege to serve an immortal in Penglang.

That's right. Sis,

we'd better hurry.

It's said that only 100 girls are needed.

If we arrive too late,

this golden opportunity will slip by.

Right?

Right, sis.

Yeah.

Dad.

Mom.

Don't worry,

We will surely

bring honor to you!

Officer,

please wait a moment.

We'll go with you after getting changed.

Wait for us!

Don't go anywhere!

Hurry!

Sir, unlike what you said, your daughters are actually

more fun than vulgar.

Goodbye.

My love.

Come on.

Punch me.

So this is not a dream.

It really is not a dream!

It isn't, Master!

Oh no!

Sweetheart!

Sweetheart.

Sweetheart!

You're safe now.

All is fine.

My dear daughter.

Mom!

I got my belly stuck.

I know, I know.

It's alright now.

What is this about?

Why bring us here?

What did we do to deserve this?

Everyone, please don't worry.

By imperial order,

you'll embark on a journey to Penglang

to serve the Exalted Immortal.

This is a great opportunity

and a tremendous honor.

Should your fathers

and brothers are officials, they'll be

promoted and conferred nobility.

Really?

Now,

I hope you can trust me.

I will personally escort you all to the celestial mountain

and ensure your safety throughout the journey.

Is everyone here?

My Lord, we're short of two girls.

My Lord, I'm sorry

for being late.

This way.

Move over.

He spotted us.

Demon Slayer,

it's already 3 p.m. All the girls are here.

Then set off.

Yes.

Stop crying!

Get onboard!

Keep up!

Commander Ji,

disembark with your people when the girls settle in.

No need to travel with us.

We will pray for you in the capital, My Lord.

May I ask, My Lord,

what direction should the ship head in?

Toward the open sea!

Pardon me, My Lord.

The sea is unpredictable.

I can't steer properly

without specific instructions.

Don't worry.

When we're out at sea,

someone will point out a direction for us.

Yes!

Exalted Immortal, we're ready to serve you wholeheartedly.

Please point us in the right direction!

Exalted Immortal, we're ready to serve you wholeheartedly.

Please point us in the right direction!

Exalted Immortal, we're ready to serve you wholeheartedly.

Please point us in the right direction!

Dreamshard Immortal,

you summoned us here!

Dreamshard Immortal,

it was you who summoned us here!

Dreamshard Immortal,

it was you who summoned us here!

Please point us in the right direction!

Exalted Immortal, we're ready to serve you wholeheartedly.

Please point us in the right direction!

The sun's out!

Exalted Immortal, we're ready to serve you wholeheartedly.

Please point us in the right direction!

Celestial mountain. That's the celestial mountain!

Xiao Yao,

look!

The Exalted Immortal has exerted her power!

We survived!

Will we meet the Exalted Immortal soon?

Xiao Yao, let's go check it out too.

Look at that!

It's real!

We're saved!

We're saved!

Stay calm.

Be composed.

Calm down.

I thought we were doomed,

but we surprisingly survived and are now even looking

at the celestial mountain!

Indeed.

The celestial mountain is said to be extremely difficult to find.

We're truly blessed by the Exalted Immortal!

Does it mean we can drink

from Yuli Spring in the celestial mountain

and gain immortality?

Immortality?

Look, it's right there!

You'll find yourselves

in a perilous location upon disembarking.

Remember to always stay cautious

and ward off danger.

Hong Ye,

I'll see you soon.

What a spectacle!

Is this the immortal realm?

Am I in a dream or what?

We must be close to Yuli Spring,

now that we've reached the immortal realm.

I've never seen these many beautiful flowers.

Such a lovely place.

Stay in order.

Everyone, stay in order.

Mind your manners.

You're just a mere Demon Slayer.

What rank do you hold?

You already bossed us around on the ship,

and now you're still brazenly bullying us.

Someone's here to receive us!

Fairies!

They're fairies!

Here they come!

Fairies have descended!

Miss, you're stunning.

Ms. Fairy!

Ms. Fairy!

Everyone, welcome

to the Realm of Mist and Void.

The Realm of Mist and Void?

Aren't we in Penglang?

That's what humans call this place.

This island

lies between the human realm and the immortal realm.

For divine beings, this place is called the Realm of Mist and Void.

Since this is the immortal realm,

you must all be fairies, aren't you?

We are disciples of the Exalted Immortal.

If fate has it that you stay,

you will become sisters with us.

We might get to stay!

We could be fairies too!

I may become a fairy!

I am Bingzhu, the Demon Slayer of the Feiyu Guard

of Tiansheng Kingdom.

By order of His Majesty,

I've brought 100 Tiansheng maidens to serve

the Exalted Immortal.

Leave the girls to us.

You may go now.

Assigned by the Emperor to this task,

I must see the Exalted Immortal in person,

or I will have no report to deliver to His Majesty.

The Realm of Mist and Void is a paradise for women.

Filthy mortal men are never allowed

to set foot on this island.

Your very presence in this sea of flowers

is already an exception.

The Exalted Immortal has her own rules.

As an official,

I have duties to fulfill as well.

These 100 maidens

were carefully selected from Tiansheng Kingdom.

It is my duty

to protect them

and to hand over each and every

one of them to the Exalted Immortal.

So...

you insist on meeting the Exalted Immortal?

I'm only doing my job.

You have to know the Realm of Mist and Void

has never been trodden by a human male.

If you persist in being the first one to do so,

then I'm afraid

you'll also be the last one.

As long as I get to complete the mission

given by His Majesty,

I don't mind losing my life.

In that case,

come with us, Demon Slayer.

Let's go.

Be quick. Move along.

-Let's go. -Come on.

Let's follow them.

Keep up!

This is great!

We're about to meet the Exalted Immortal!

Wait for me!

Come here. Hurry!

Get a move on.

Madam,

what kind of flowers are you growing?

These aren't flowers,

but human hearts.

These flowers bloom

only to wither.

They fall off

for the fruit to set.

Then many, many human hearts will be produced.

The Exalted Immortal

loves them most.

Ladies, the three of you

are breathtakingly beautiful.

I've never seen anyone

as pretty as you are in the human realm.

Then try picking

the most gorgeous one out of us.

You are each beautiful in your own way.

Well, how am I supposed to make a pick?

But you have to.

You will be rewarded

if you do a good job at it.

That said,

the lady in front is wearing a veil.

We can't see her face.

Then just go ahead

and ask her to remove the veil

so you can see her face.

Miss!

Back there, we were just talking about

how captivating

your eyes are.

We're curious about the beauty

beneath your veil.

Yeah, Ms. Fairy.

Please, show us your face.

We'd love to see your face!

Don't wander off.

Lu Pianpian,

they've been chattering all the way

about your appearance.

It's getting on my nerves.

Just show them your face.

Please let us see your face.

Ms. Fairy!

One glimpse is fine.

Pianpian, your beauty is unparalleled.

Why not let these human girls see for themselves?

That's right!

Please show us your face, Ms. Fairy!

Let us see your face, miss!

Please!

Why is there such a big scar?

How could this be?

Girls, are you

satisfied now?

I willingly accepted punishment

for making a mistake.

Out of mercy, the Exalted Immortal

only left this mark on my face

as a warning.

If you're lucky to stay,

learn from my experience

and don't make the same mistake.

She who does wrong gets a scar on the face?

How terrifying.

This fairy here is beautiful beyond compare.

Pretty or ugly—

it's only a matter of perspective.

Though your appearance is damaged,

your dignity remains intact.

That is unassailable.

I didn't expect Bingzhu to be such a smooth talker.

I'll never believe him again.

You've seen my face already.

Let's keep walking.

Let's go. Hurry.

Everyone,

we have to stop here.

The Exalted Immortal never recruits those without celestial potential.

Please stay here and take a rest.

Only those who pass the trial of the Realm of Mist and Void

and show outstanding talent

can reside permanently.

Trial?

There's a trial?

We're all holy maidens chosen by Tiansheng Kingdom.

Before coming here,

we went through a rigorous selection process.

That's right!

Exactly.

The selection in the human realm differs from that in the immortal realm.

The trial consists of multiple rounds.

When will we get to drink from Yuli Spring?

Yeah.

Anyone not willing to follow the rules of the Realm of Mist and Void

may exit now.

I can see that none of your want to leave.

Ying Ning, Pei,

bring them to their abodes.

Hold on.

These young ladies

are seen as precious treasures in Tiansheng Kingdom.

Miss, I hope to be informed in advance if there will be danger

in the trial of the Realm of Mist and Void.

Demon Slayer,

are you suggesting

you'd like to take the trial for them?

It's up to the maidens

to decide whether to take the trial or not.

I just have to make sure

that each and every one of them

remains completely unscathed.

They will, of course.

What's wrong? Did she spot us?

The two of you,

come here.

Who?

Those two girls at the back,

turn around.

We're done for.

She meant those two.

Here we meet again.