Chapter 59 You are a traitorous disciple of the Autumn Water Sect

Xu Zangyu got off him, feeling absolutely no affection for this half-brother he had acquired. Dealing with someone who always wore a smile was too exhausting; you never knew when you'd be outmaneuvered.

Knowing he couldn't leave tonight, he didn't even say thank you to Lu Ming, and left with a dark expression.

Lu Ming didn't get angry; instead, he followed behind him with a smile. Master Lu couldn't understand him at all and said, "Lu Ming, even if you really don't like him, don't lay a hand on him."

“I was wrong. I’ve realized that I really like the younger brother you found for me, Dad.”

"I really... understand you less and less."

Xu Cangyu was stopped halfway there. "Why are you running so fast? My brother is giving me attitude on our first meeting. Did I do something wrong?"

There's no need to beat around the bush when talking to a shrewd person. Xu Cangyu slapped the hand off his shoulder and said, "You were the one who made me fall."

"My brother is incredibly clever." This person is shameless, leaning half his body against me again, completely oblivious to my expressions.

"Don't be angry, little brother. I thought Mother had been deceived, which is why I acted rashly towards you."

"Oh, then I forgive you. Is there anything else? If not, don't disturb my rest."

Xu Zangyu turned and went inside, closing the door behind him. He stopped him with one hand, his words ambiguous, "Brother, you really don't remember who you are?"

Lu Ming couldn't tell from his expression that he was faking it; it was possible that Xu Zangyu had truly suffered a misfortune and lost his memory. Not only his memory, but he had also completely lost his spiritual power.

"What do you mean by that? Do you know me?"

"Of course I know you. You are a disciple of my Qiushui Sect, and I am your senior brother. How could I not know you? After we parted last time, you ran down the mountain in a huff. I searched for you for a long time, but I didn't expect you to be waiting for me at home. Now you're pretending not to know me, but you're still angry?"

Xu Zangyu was deeply suspicious. He couldn't remember anything, so whether it was true or false depended entirely on this person's words.

"Sulking?"

"Last time you kept pestering me to become your Daoist partner. At that time, I was busy with sect affairs and planned to find my master later. I didn't expect you to leave without saying goodbye in a fit of pique."

Xu Zangyu: "......."

Lu Ming reached out and probed his spiritual veins, "Your spiritual power..."

Xu Zangyu hadn't lost all his cultivation, but his spiritual apertures were sealed, and most importantly, all his spiritual meridians were damaged, with a turbulent spiritual energy hidden in his dantian. Lu Ming sent out a wisp of his probing spiritual energy, but it was instantly annihilated as soon as it entered.

The problem is quite thorny; Xu Zangyu's lost memories may be related to the damage to his spiritual veins.

After stopping, Lu Ming felt a little smug. The damage to the spiritual veins could not be repaired overnight, so there were many things that could be changed during this time.

"You said I like you?"

Although the man was not bad-looking, Xu Zangyu felt nothing for him. He disliked two-faced people the most, and especially hated smiling tigers.

"Junior brother doesn't believe me?"

He had already pried the door open a crack, and then opened it completely, forcing Xu Zangyu to open her heart to him. Lu Ming was determined to win her over.

“Junior brother, when you first entered the mountain, you were not very talented, so Master neglected you. Back then, you were sweet-talking and charming, and you would pester me to teach you magic every day. We have been together for decades, and I have given you my heart. Junior brother, how can you let this relationship pass just because your memory is damaged?”

The more Xu Zangyu listened, the more something seemed off, and the more familiar it felt; it seemed like he really could do these things.

Even if he really wanted to establish himself in the sect and curry favor with his senior brother, it was probably to achieve his own goals. As for leaving without saying goodbye, it was more like he was running away.

Even if you forget something you've personally experienced, it's impossible to feel nothing when you bring it up again. Lu Ming could easily see Xu Zangyu's wavering from the fluctuating emotions in his eyes. He pressed on relentlessly, trying to completely tear open the crack he had created.

Without allowing Zangyu to back down, one hand grabbed him, the other gripped his wrist, and with a flick of the wrist, a sword was drawn, a strike was launched forward, followed by a fierce counterattack. The move was unpredictable, but Zangyu's body reacted instinctively, following the movement.

"Even if you've forgotten me, junior brother, have you forgotten this move I taught you?"

He must have practiced swordsmanship and used such a move on some occasion, it seems—

A noisy scene flashed through my mind; he seemed to be standing on a stage, surrounded by people watching him, but all their faces were blurry.

The more I think about it, the worse my headache gets.

If you can't remember, then don't think about it.

Lu Ming hugged him, his long, slender waist held in his hands without an ounce of excess fat; even through the thin fabric of his clothes, he could feel the perfect yet slender muscle lines. Looking at this soft man, yet with such a firm body, he wondered if he could melt into spring water.

Lu Ming was almost addicted, burying his face in his neck, absorbing his scent.

No wonder those people still remember it so fondly after all these years; perhaps they've already tasted its bitterness.

Lu Ming's beautiful yet filthy thoughts were shattered by a slap at that moment.

"You've crossed the line."

Xu Cangyu's body was now stiff, and even his gentle eyes had turned cold. He looked at Lu Ming with both wariness and disgust.

The resounding slap stung, and even his mouth tasted of blood. Lu Ming, instead of being angry, laughed. "Fine, even a rabbit will bite when cornered."

He would remember the slap for now; the man was in his hands, and he could get his revenge another day.

Lu Ming licked his teeth and swallowed the blood in his mouth, his dark and violent nature hidden beneath his skin. "Junior brother is always so ruthless. You know I will never punish you. When you return to the sect, don't be so presumptuous. Master always values ​​hierarchy. If he sees you like this, he will definitely punish you."

Lu Ming said it with a smile, but Xu Cangyu knew he was angry, though he suppressed it and didn't lash out.

The most difficult to deal with are those who are all smiles; they are petty and hold grudges.

He lowered his head, as if belatedly realizing he was afraid, and softened his voice, "I'm sorry, senior brother, I thought you were like those people outside."

Lu Ming hadn't expected that hearing "senior brother" would make him feel so comfortable. If Xu Cangyu had kept calling him that, he really wouldn't have been able to punish him.

However, the second half of the sentence angered him again. He looked up at Xu Zangyu's face, which was even more striking than it had been five years ago.

Originally, it was a beautiful piece of jade, but it wasn't particularly eye-catching in the world of cultivation where beauties abound. Now, however, this piece of jade has been carved even more exquisitely, and the radiance it exudes makes it hard to ignore.

They have no ability to protect themselves, and if they encounter someone with ulterior motives, they may never see the light of day in their lives.

"If anyone bullies you, tell your senior brother, and I'll chop off their hand for you."

"It's alright, senior brother. I've already run away. Besides, I've almost forgotten what that person looked like."

Lu Ming patted his head, "My junior brother is just kind-hearted."

"Senior brother, I think my head is hurting again, and I'm also very sleepy."

Lu Ming was unsure of his condition and dared not act rashly. He only said, "It's getting late. You should rest first. Once your senior brother finds a good remedy, I will definitely help you get better."

Xu Cangyu closed the door, shut the window, and only relaxed after hearing footsteps outside the door leave.

He didn't trust this young master Lu's words; probably because he had a bad impression of him from the beginning. Xu Zangyu always felt that he spoke half-truths; knowing him was real, but as for being in love, that was a joke.

Xu Zangyu was very annoyed. He had only learned one clue about the Autumn Water Sect so far, and Young Master Lu had not revealed anything else.

Although he was a disciple of a celestial sect, he had lost all his cultivation. What difference was there between him and a piece of trash?

Today's escape plan is off. He'll go out and explore again tomorrow. Money talks, and he doesn't believe he can't find any clues with a large sum of money.

The next morning, Xu Zangyu didn't wait for the servant to wake him up. He felt a restlessness on his cheek, like strands of hair falling down, which he then stroked with his fingertips.

Xu Zangyu had already woken up but did not open his eyes. When another breath approached, he slapped him across the face.

He used all his strength, making the sound exceptionally loud; if he continued faking it, he wouldn't be able to fool anyone.

Opening my blurry eyes, I saw, as expected, a gloomy face with a bright red handprint on it, the five fingers clearly visible.

Xu Cangyu forced out some non-existent tears and feigned guilt, "Senior brother, did I hurt you?"

Having failed to steal a kiss and was slapped repeatedly, Lu Ming had never been so humiliated. He gritted his teeth, but forced out a fake smile. "It's alright. I believe you didn't mean it, Junior Brother. Besides, I'm already in the late Golden Core stage. How could I be hurt by a slap from you?"

In fact, Lu Ming was also trying hard to remain calm. The slap on his face hurt terribly. He couldn't understand where Xu Zangyu, a cripple, got such strength.

Lu Ming got up and applied some medicine to his face. The burning pain subsided a little, but the handprint was still conspicuous. He had no choice but to wear a half-mask to cover it up.

"Next time you come into my room, please let me know in advance. I've never been a good sleeper, and if something like what happened today happens again, I will be too ashamed to face you again."

Xu Zangyu spoke with sincerity, but inwardly he was mocking him. The slap hadn't been enough. If he were to recover his cultivation, he wouldn't let this lustful creature off so easily.

He had already locked the doors and windows last night, so it seems that this had no effect on those who had trespassed.

Lu Ming put on his mask, composed himself, and became a seemingly virtuous gentleman once again.

"Junior brother, get up quickly. Today you will come back to the mountain gate with me so that Master can take a look at your body."

"Today? Isn't that too sudden? I haven't said goodbye to Mrs. Lu yet."

Lu Ming pulled him out of bed, saying, "Why bother your family and make them sad?"

He took the outer robe from Xu Zangyu's screen and said, "Your physical condition is not to be underestimated. Even I can't solve it. I'm afraid only Master can do something about it. Also, your spiritual veins are damaged. If this drags on any longer, your life may be in danger."

Lu Ming spoke very seriously, but Xu Zangyu did not feel that he was threatening him. In fact, he also felt a kind of indescribable discomfort, feeling dizzy and lightheaded. If there was no internal problem, how could he have reached the point of losing all his cultivation?

After he was dressed, Lu Ming put a veil on him, the light gauze covering his waist so that his appearance was completely hidden.

He glanced at Lu Ming and said, "Senior brother, can't we return to the sect openly and honestly?"

Lu Ming raised his hand to adjust his mask. "You've forgotten everything completely, not even the trouble you caused before. If you keep showing your face like this every day, who knows when you'll be silently killed by the sects you offended."

Xu Zangyu gave an awkward laugh, "Have I offended many people?"

"Of course, it's not just one or two sects; every single one of them would love to tear you apart."

Lu Ming took him away on his sword. When they arrived at the mountain gate, Lu Ming revealed some of his past, such as his name being Xu Yu, his senior brother being Lu Ming, and how he had previously sold fake medicine and harmed many people, and was currently being hunted down by various sects.

In short, it was a disaster.

Xu Zangyu couldn't understand why, with his handsome face, he kept doing such despicable things.

But when he touched the gold in his waist pocket, he fell silent. Since everyone was busy digging graves, selling fake medicine didn't seem so strange.

Upon arriving at the sect, Xu Zangyu received all sorts of strange looks along the way. When people came up to talk to Lu Ming and asked him questions, Lu Ming turned them all away.

"Who is Lu Ming that you've kept so well hidden, that you can't even give him a glance at our relationship?"

The disciple who was speaking, relying on his good relationship with Lu Ming, raised his hand to lift Xu Cangyu's curtain, but was stopped by Lu Ming's sword. "Don't be afraid of Master's wrath, come and see for yourself."

"...So this is the person Master wanted to see. I apologize for any offense."

If he really was his master's honored guest, then his behavior would inevitably be punished. He glared at Lu Ming, thinking, "Why didn't this guy say so earlier?"

"Watch your mouth and get out of here right now."

After the person left, Xu Zangyu asked, "Why can't we meet if we're not from the same sect?"

Lu Ming: "Junior brother, you don't actually think you're popular in the Autumn Water Sect, do you? You've been missing for so long, everyone thought you were dead. If they found out, they'd probably make things difficult for you again."

Xu Zangyu: "......" What do you mean by being universally disliked?

Lu Ming grabbed his hand, "Stay close to your senior brother, I will protect you."

Upon arriving at the sect leader's residence, Chen Shu glanced at his strange eldest disciple and asked, "What's going on with you?"

I accidentally got a minor injury.

“It’s common to get injured on the path of cultivation. Lu Ming, you don’t need to worry too much about your face. Even if you are disfigured, no one will laugh at you.”

Lu Ming almost couldn't lift his head. This wasn't a matter of whether he was injured or not; if people saw the slap on his face, no one would stop laughing.

Chen Shu sighed. Young people always love to show off, even the smallest injury is something they try to hide. This kid, however, is particularly fond of his face.

He turned his gaze away from Lu Ming and looked at the person hiding behind Lu Ming. He couldn't make out the figure or appearance, and wondered what this kid was up to.

"Why did you bring this person here to see me? Now that you're here, why don't you show your true colors?"

Lu Ming raised his eyes to signal, then looked at the surrounding disciples. Chen Shu, even more curious, said, "You all go out."

After everyone had completely left, Xu Zangyu lifted his veil, and Chen Shu was so shocked by what he saw that he sat up abruptly.

"you--"

“Master, don’t be angry.” Lu Ming spoke first. “Junior Brother left without saying goodbye back then, which may not have been because he betrayed the sect. I think there must have been a reason for it.”

Chen Shu opened his mouth and looked at Lu Ming, signaling him to explain.

"Junior brother has lost all his cultivation and we don't know who killed him. He can't even remember who he is now. Master, please help me take a look at him."

He lost all his cultivation and all his memories.

Also known as junior brother.

Lu Ming is planning to take this opportunity to abduct someone.

But Xu Zangyu is a hot potato; how could he possibly live peacefully in the Qiushui Sect?