Wu Wang thought for a moment, then suddenly a flash of inspiration struck him, "I have it!"

He got up, went into the inner room, rummaged around, and took something out.

Upon seeing this, Su Youran's lips twitched.

"Master, you're taking on a disciple, why bring out a bell? Do you mean you want Xuandi to ring the bell in the middle of the night to guide zombies or send the dead across the bridge?" Su Youran had probably gained some understanding of the mystical practices of Ghost Valley Mountain these past few days, and combined with the zombie movies she had seen in her later life, this question just came out of her mouth.

Wu Wang glared at him, "What do you know? This is the Three Pure Ones Bell, a magical artifact from Ghost Valley Mountain! Ordinary illusions are easily broken by the sound of this bell!"

Su Youran: ……

She said, "But this is no ordinary magic weapon. Let's find another one, a different one!"

Immediately afterwards, Wu Wang took out a compass, an alchemy furnace, Bodhi beads, a peach wood sword, a gilded bowl...

Su Youran's lips twitched violently, and finally she covered her eyes, "Never mind! Let your disciple think of one for you!"

As expected, Guigu Mountain is a place where Buddhism and Taoism are indistinguishable!

She thought for a moment, then pulled out the amulet around her neck. "Master, this amulet can save lives. Why don't you give me this instead?"

Wu Wang looked at him with disdain, "Master can draw a whole bunch of these talismans in one go, what kind of magic weapon is that?"

Su Youran: ……

So the New Year's gift you gave my brother and me was just a bunch of sheets of paper you casually drew on?

"That's not right!" Su Youran said, "Master, you didn't even give my brother and me a gift when we first met!"

Wu Wang placed the items in his hand in front of her, "Alright, come and choose!"

Su Youran sighed and rubbed her forehead.

Could any of these things, if accidentally moved in her hands, send her away?

After thinking for a moment, she said, "I recently acquired a silver spear that can extend and retract, which is quite interesting. I was just about to give it to Xuandi to play with. If Master doesn't mind, please take it."

I've heard that Old Madam Xue has always complained about not having a suitable spear for Xiao Xuan to practice the Xue family spear technique, so this must be perfect.

Wu Wang's eyes lit up. He knew this disciple was a big spender, and the things he could give away were all exquisite. He immediately nodded, "Then consider it a loan from you, Master! Go take a look!"

The two then left the Imperial Preceptor's residence and boarded Su Youran's carriage.

While walking, Su Youran took a retractable silver spear from her bracelet space to her notebook. After getting into the carriage, she "pulled" it out from under the seat. "Master, look."

She first pressed the button on the handle towards the carriage curtain, and saw that the gun barrel doubled in length. She pressed it again, and it doubled in length again.

Wu Wang took it and saw that it was indeed exquisitely crafted. Moreover, the metal of the silver spear was very hard but very light. The spearhead was retracted, leaving only some kind of hair, which looked like a large calligraphy brush.

It's usually hung on the waist, which is much more convenient than carrying a long spear.

Moreover, Xuan Ge'er is still young, so the length is just right when you press it!

"What a fine item!" Wu Wang exclaimed. "I wonder what kind of iron this is? It's as hard as black iron, but much lighter!"

Su Youran touched her nose. "This disciple doesn't know either. It was Fourth Uncle who found it from the border last time."

Wu Wang carefully put the gun away, rubbing his hands together as he asked, "You Ran, you just said... there's a way to... to get it done sooner..."

Su Youran smiled and added to his words, "Win over your godmother soon!"

Wu Wang's ears turned slightly red. "Hmm, what do you think?"

Su Youran sighed deeply, "Master! Look at you, if you had attained enlightenment earlier and wanted to pursue my adoptive mother, why did you have to stay in Ghost Valley Mountain for six years? You wasted so many precious years!"

Wu Wang puffed out his chest. "What do you know?! If it weren't for my glorious return, how would I have the face to ask the Princess for her hand in marriage?"

Okay, so you're saying that if I'm not good enough for you, I have to work hard to have a status that's good enough for you, right?

Su Youran stopped sighing and said, "To pursue a woman, one must have something to do to win her heart! Master, you've been back for so long, besides your impressive title as Imperial Advisor, have you given her any nice gifts? Have you done anything to move her?"

Wu Wang sighed, "Haven't we ever had the chance?"

We can't expect him to direct and act out a heroic rescue scene, can we?

However, this apprentice's idea was quite good. If he took her son as his apprentice, wouldn't he be able to go to the Princess's residence every day?

He used to be so worried about not being able to see him even on ordinary days!

Su Youran chuckled, "For your godmother, the most important thing is her two children. As long as you treat Xuandi well and protect Sister Yueyue when you have the chance, that will be the best gift for her."

Wu Wang nodded, his face still expressionless, but he remembered those words deeply.

Su Youran leaned closer to her master and whispered, "Master, if you can visit the Princess's residence often in the future, keep looking for opportunities to talk to your adoptive mother, praise Xuan-ge'er, discuss Xuan-ge'er's future with her, and occasionally give her small gifts to help her with her worries... You will naturally gradually gain a place in her heart..."

...

After Su Youran left, Wu Wang rode alone in his incredibly flamboyant and elegant carriage to the Princess's residence.

As soon as he entered the mansion, the Eldest Princess and the Dowager Lady of the Duke of Zhenguo were already waiting at the second gate, which made him feel flattered and overwhelmed.

After exchanging greetings, the three sat down in the flower hall. Xuan-ge'er then stepped over the threshold with his short legs and knelt down in front of Wu-wang with a thud, saying, "Xue Qi-xuan greets Master!"

Clearly, the Eldest Princess, the Dowager Lady of the Duke of Zhenguo, and Xuan-ge'er had already discussed it before he arrived.

Wu Wang nodded. "Good disciple, get up. This is a small token of my appreciation. Do you think it suits you?"

He then handed over the retractable silver spear.

Xue Qixuan respectfully accepted it and began to examine the short, small silver spear.

Wu Wang gestured for him to point the gun tip toward the door and press a concealed button on the end of the handle.

As soon as Xue Qixuan pressed the button, the silver spear instantly doubled in length. Hehe, just in time for him to use it!

Press it again, and it will double in length, making it the same length as the silver spear used by adults. He can use it when he grows up!

Try the feel and weight; it's light yet firm, with just the right amount of elasticity, making it perfect for actions like stabbing, picking, and pressing. I was immediately delighted!

Madam Xue was also very pleased, "Thank you very much for the generous gift from the Imperial Preceptor!"

The Xue family's spear technique has a worthy successor!

Wu Wang touched his nose, not daring to say anything more. He looked at the Princess and saw that her gaze was fixed on her son. He thought to himself that You Ran was right after all. How come he couldn't think of such a good idea?

Thinking of this, he said sincerely, "Madam, please don't be so polite. I have only recently come across such a promising talent, and after much consideration, I have decided to take him as my disciple. Rest assured, I will do my best to teach Xuan-ge'er. Whether he prefers literature or martial arts in the future, I will nurture him well."