Chapter 202: Gongshi Moyu and the First Madam...

Gong Shi Moyu and his wife immediately wanted to go to the scene of the incident to check, but Xie Yinyin stopped them in time.

She grabbed one of them with each hand: "Be careful not to alert the snake!"

It's incredibly difficult for a Foundation Establishment cultivator like her to hold back two people.

"If you can't resist, go and see the Life Fire."

After much difficulty, they finally managed to subdue the two of them, lifting them one in each hand and placing them in front of Xie Jiaoyue's life-threatening fire, finally managing to calm them down.

The two of them were stunned, sitting there blankly for what seemed like an eternity before they finally came to their senses.

Gong Shi Moyu reverted to his usual aloof and taciturn demeanor, and politely bowed to Xie Yinyin: "Thank you."

Xie Yinyin waved her hands repeatedly: "Elder Moyu, you are too kind. I was just doing what I could. Besides, this is Clan Chief Xie. Who wouldn't want to do something for Clan Chief Xie?"

only……

Xie Yinyin picked at her fingers, looking conflicted: "If I'm not mistaken, it seems that Clan Chief Xie is trapped in the Demon Realm?"

If the holes in the Demon Realm are all plugged, then their beloved clan leader has no way to return.

After Gong Shi Moyu's initial joy subsided, his mind began to race, and his brows furrowed deeply once again.

The clue we finally found was about to be lost.

The First Madam patted Gongshi Moyu's shoulder reassuringly: "Take it slow. Since Jiaoyue is still alive, we will always have a chance."

She took out an invitation: "The Wan family is holding a promotion banquet for Chu Xingjin and invites you to attend. I know you don't like these things, but this loophole is in the Wan family's territory."

They had been keeping an eye on the Wan family, and also through Gong Shichuo, but after so long they hadn't gotten any results. Although Gong Shichuo's mother could occasionally leak some information, after watching for so long, she had realized that this person was just an outsider to the Wan family and had no access to any core secrets.

Although Gong Shi Moyu didn't think he could gain anything from attending the Wan family's banquet—he figured the things on the table wouldn't cause any problems—he felt he had to do something to alleviate his inner turmoil and anxiety.

The next day, Gongshi Moyu, who usually only did a simple grooming, specially took out several sets of clothes, headdresses and shoes from the bottom of her trunk, and even asked the First Madam for advice, to put together a complete outfit for herself from head to toe.

He carefully selected even the jade pendant on his waist and the injured thumb ring.

The First Madam saw through everything in her eyes, but said nothing. She simply pushed the person out, saying, "Go quickly, and be careful not to embarrass the Xie family."

Gong Shi Moyu said solemnly, “Of course.” His expression was slightly unnatural. “I dressed up specially today so as not to embarrass Jiaoyue and to let others see that the Xie family is not easy to bully.”

Wan's family.

Although the banquet had not yet begun, tea and snacks were already being served in a continuous stream, and plates of crystal-clear fruit were arranged on tables of uniform shape and color, revealing a sense of orderly beauty.

Chu Xingjin stood like a flag at the entrance of the banquet, a perfect smile on his face, exuding the aura of a Nascent Soul cultivator at just the right amount, welcoming and seeing off guests with a smile.

On the water screen in the center of the banquet, the highlights of Chu Xingjin's journey were played on a loop.

The past events in the Southwest Region, the Gongshi Clan, and the All-Region Competition were only presented in very fragmented pieces, as if to avoid reminding people of Chu Xingjin's past being suppressed by Xie Jiaoyue if even a second was shown.

How could I dare to put it there?

They could only postpone the days when the Wan family held sway over the world, and allow the Wan family disciples to shower Chu Xingjin with compliments.

Many people gathered around the water curtain and showered it with praise.

Chu Xingjin stood at the entrance, but his ears were pressed against the water curtain. Listening to the compliments made him feel even more comfortable.

Gong Shi Moyu arrived during the peak of the crowds.

He was already exceptionally handsome, and today he dressed up especially carefully, making him look like a top courtesan who only sells her art and not her body.

Even though his cultivation level and status weren't the highest among those present, he still managed to attract a lot of attention simply because of his looks.

It's not a lot, after all, cultivators value cultivation level the most, but it's not a small number either. Who wouldn't want to take a look at a handsome immortal lord?

I won't look at it much, but I'll at least take a couple of glances!

Chu Xingjin was extremely sensitive to other people's gazes, and he noticed this the moment Gongshi Moyu appeared.

Although most of the gazes remained on Chu Xingjin, he was extremely concerned about those gazes that had disappeared.

Why, why should someone else steal his attention on a day like this?

Chu Xingjin greeted Gongshi Moyu with a forced smile: "Brother Moyu, you're dressed quite formally today. What, are you afraid I'll steal the woman you admire?"

He's sarcastic and has a very fiery temper.

After all, they are all well-known pillars of the new generation of cultivators. Many people know the story between Xie Jiaoyue, Chu Xingjin, and Gongshi Moyu, and a bunch of gossipy ears gathered around.

Gong Shi Moyu straightened his wrinkle-free clothes: "Today I'm attending Brother Chu's promotion banquet, so naturally I should dress formally."

Is it really necessary to be so elaborate as to wear an eighteen-piece suit with seven or eight jingling decorations hanging from your waist?

This is clearly an attempt to sabotage the event!

Chu Xingjin wished he could just kick this person out.

The Fairy Wan, who was accompanying the guests, had a happy smile on her face.

"Immortal Lord Moyu truly values ​​today. Come, come, take a seat." After saying this, Fairy Wan, who had been indifferent to the others, personally led them to the banquet.

Chu Xingjin's face darkened. These shallow women only care about looks.

Fortunately, he hadn't planned to become Daoist partners with this person before. He had felt quite sorry for the Wan family's cultivation and the Wan clan leader's matchmaking, but now it seems that this was truly the most important decision he had ever made.

As if sensing Chu Xingjin's gaze, Fairy Wan shuddered, got goosebumps, and rolled her eyes.

Damn it, almost ending up with Chu Xingjin is the biggest stain on her reputation.

I don't know why so many people have become obsessed with worshipping Chu Xingjin.

This person is arrogant and narcissistic, so self-conscious that they see no one else. Their thoughts are so stupid that they can be seen through at a glance, yet they always think they are the one who is right.

All those words can be summed up in one word: idiot.

Unbeknownst to her, in a certain timeline, she, like everyone else, became one of Chu Xingjin's concubines, filled with adoration.

Fortunately, in this timeline, although she was initially attracted to Chu Xingjin, she quickly lost interest after a brief encounter.

Unfortunately, Clan Chief Wan favored Chu Xingjin, and as a mere disciple, there was nothing she could do.

Fairy Wan went back to greet the guests for a while. After the number of people entering gradually decreased, she found an excuse to sneak away, changed her clothes, and sat down next to Gongshi Moyu.

Gong Shi Moyu greeted him politely.

Wan Zhi smiled and said, "Young master, you remember me."

Gong Shi Moyu wasn't very good at communicating with women, especially with this kind of communication that clearly had a friendly undertone, and he showed some panic.

Before anyone could say anything, he eagerly showed off the jade pendant hanging from his waist: "This was a gift from Jiaoyue."

Actually, it wasn't, but he kept pretending it was, and even carved the character "moon" on it.

Wan Zhi remained smiling and forcefully moved two steps closer to Gongshi Moyu, but without actually making any contact. She maintained a very good sense of proportion, making it difficult for Gongshi Moyu to leave.

"It's okay, I just wanted to put on a show for my family anyway."

She explained simply that her family intended for her to become Daoist partners with Chu Xingjin, but Chu Xingjin was such a rotten cucumber that even before they were bound by a contract, several people were inexplicably following him around, which she was unwilling to do.

However, her family felt that given Chu Xingjin's present and future, having a few more female confidantes was not a big deal, so they made her put up with it.

Damn it, she's not out of her mind, why should she put up with this?

"Chu Xingjin is the most arrogant person. He always thinks that everyone in the world likes him. Even though I haven't agreed yet, he already considers me his own. As long as I make him feel like he's being cuckolded, he will definitely not be able to stand it and will immediately reject the marriage."

Wan Zhi picked up a glass of wine: "Especially since the target is you, Chu Xingjin is bound to be furious."

She knew that Chu Xingjin had been secretly comparing himself to Gongshi Moyu, and he was only happy when he could surpass Gongshi Moyu in every aspect.

Gongshi Moyu remained silent; this was not an excessive request.

He offered a suggestion: "How about you take me on a tour of the Wan clan's territory?"

Wan Zhi clapped her hands and cheered: "That's a great idea! As long as everyone sees me with you, Chu Xingjin will be furious."

She looked at Gongshi Moyu with a hint of suspicion: "Let me make this clear beforehand, I definitely can't take you to those forbidden areas. I can only take you to places that ordinary disciples can enter."

Gongshi Moyu smiled gently: "Moyu is not an impetuous person."

He started chatting with Wan Zhi: "After Chu Xingjin advanced to the Nascent Soul stage, is his cultivation still increasing?"

After chatting for a while, Wan Zhi became more and more unguarded: "Of course, I think he is probably not just a Heavenly Spiritual Root, but maybe a Supreme Invincible Spiritual Root, which is why his cultivation has increased so quickly."

"Didn't he teach other disciples the secret techniques?" Generally, the eldest disciple of each aristocratic family would share his insights with other disciples.

Wan Zhi lay slumped on the table, staring blankly at Chu Xingjin, who was talking animatedly not far away. A shadow fell under her eyelashes and eyes, slightly obscuring her expression.

She softened her tone, as if talking to herself, or as if afraid of disturbing others: "Chu Xingjin's teachings are nothing but platitudes about hard work and diligence, completely devoid of substance. Perhaps he has some unspeakable secret."

Yes, definitely.

As Chu Xingjin's fiancée, anyone who isn't completely stupid would notice something amiss.

But her family and friends were all with the Wan family, and her cultivation level wasn't top-tier, so there was nothing she could do.

What about Gongshi Moyu?

Even if it's just to get rid of your love rival, Gongshi Moyu, you'd better stand up for yourself!

In the blink of an eye, she regained her liveliness: "Come on, drinking here is no fun, I'll show you around Wan's."

"Wan's scenery is indeed quite nice, but the place is too big for most people to know. However, I know this place very well and I guarantee you will leave satisfied."

Gong Shi Moyu said, "Thank you for your trouble."