Chapter 4 Social

This is the Tiantai Peak of the Qingji Sect—the highest peak surrounded by twelve main peaks, and the main peak where the sect leader resides!

It's like going straight to the principal's office after the group meeting...or maybe it's Secretary XX's office.

The system asked Ning Mingmei: "It is noon now. What does the host want to see the master for?"

"We need funds." Ning Mingmei said, "Who would use their own money to do academic research?"

system:………………

There are misty clouds in the distance. Ning Mingmei said: "Besides, the headmaster Qi Miancheng is my senior brother, so what's wrong with me looking for my master to work with?"

Although he was accepted as a last-ditch disciple halfway through his studies.

System: "You think too simply. The master-disciple relationship in the world of immortal cultivation is not as simple as yours. There are many love, hate, and vengeance, and it is very complicated..."

Simple.

Why did Ning Mingmei's expression become a little contemptuous again?

The flying sword pierces the clouds and fog. The system saw that Ning Mingmei slowed down and stared at the scenery under the sword, thinking that he was attracted by the beautiful scenery. As expected, Ning Mingmei said, "Piaomiao Peak is really big. There is such a large area of ​​land around it. It all belongs to me."

System: "Sword Immortals do not like noise. Piaomiao Peak is the most remote main peak."

"What is the peak to the west of Piaomiao Peak? Who does it belong to?" Ning Mingmei said.

He didn't seem to mind being marginalized.

"Qingxue Peak. Elder Qianshan."

"What about the south?"

"Jin Ting Peak. Elder Yulong."

"North and east? And the plains, valleys, lakes, fields, hills and peaks."

Ning Mingmei flew around them.

The plains and mountains to the north and east are all wilderness.

Seeing that Ning Mingmei seemed to be lost in thought, the system also wondered what Ning Mingmei's questions had to do with the strategy for conquering the male protagonist.

System: "Host, are you looking for a Feng Shui treasure for the male protagonist to cultivate..."

"It's good that no one has a name for it. I want the headmaster to transfer all these properties to Piao Miao Peak." Ning Mingmei said, "That means it's under my name. The more properties, the better."

System: “Then?”

Ning Mingmei had a blank expression on his face: "Fill the house."

system:………………

Build a house? What's the use? A system that has no idea of ​​its true power is at a loss.

The fourth senior brother, who was thinking about the imperial mausoleum under the Qingji Sect, sneezed.

Most of the eighteen disciples' residences were not far away. He walked among the Misty Peaks with his outer robe open.

The eight scroll kings, led by Wen Siheng, had already disappeared without a trace.

Three geniuses who often watched flowers and birds also flew away with Lin Heting.

Piaomiao Peak has become really big...and this change happened in just one morning.

Only the broken-down Eighth Junior Brother was still lying under the tree. This gave Bai Bugui a little sense of pleasure.

After passing a bamboo forest, we saw our third senior brother asking servants to pack his luggage.

"Third Brother, what are you doing?" he asked, leaning against the bamboo door.

The third senior brother replied quickly: "Master asked me to go back to Minghua Valley."

Oh, back to Minghua Valley...

Bai Bugui: "Return to Minghua Valley?"

The third senior brother smiled casually: "Quoting external academics is also considered academic. That's what the master said."

Bai Bugui: ...I didn’t understand.

He was about to ask again when he heard Third Senior Brother say, "Why did you take that crystal tooth cup? And that jade pendant, put them all down. It's not like I don't have any at home... Don't have any? Then go back to Minghua Valley and find someone to buy them now."

Bai Bugui took a look at the jade pendant... something worth more than 30,000 standard spirit stones.

Buy now.

This is a hateful gap between the rich and the poor.

The gap between the rich and the poor made Bai Bugui forget to speak for a moment. After a while, the third senior brother got on the flying car with a golden top and white body and drove away.

The entire Piaomiao Peak was very quiet, with only the Eighth Junior Brother lying under the tree. Bai Bugui glanced at him and decided to go to the library to collect information.

And just put on an act and slack off there.

——Anyway, if you don’t do anything after a week, the Sword Immortal can’t do anything.

Bai Bugui thought calmly, summoned his flying sword, and headed towards the library.

…

Zhengfeng’s regulations are indeed impressive.

The area of ​​Tiantai Peak itself is much larger. In addition to the main peak, there are also companion peaks, not to mention the carved beams and painted buildings, the main hall, the nine-story pagoda, and so on. It's only a few Louvre-like buildings more magnificent than the Forbidden City.

Moreover, the disciples in Tiantai Peak are also extremely outstanding, each with extraordinary appearance. What was even more outstanding was that they were on duty, those who were practicing swordplay were practicing swordplay, all in unison, each doing their job without even the slightest distraction. This was something Ning Mingmei had never seen even in modern top universities.

"Host, Qingji Sect is the number one sect in the world. This is the style of the number one sect in the world." said the system.

So even if I don't need to shock you, just be careful.

Ning Mingmei asked again: "What does the five-colored flag mean?"

He pointed to the five flags in the center of the Sect Leader's Hall.

"The five-colored flags represent five people, the sect leader Qi Miancheng, and the four peak masters from the east, west, south, and north." The system said, "The host has finally put in some effort."

Ning Mingmei: "I thought it was Pride Month, and they were flying rainbow flags."

There are many elders in Qingji Sect, but only twelve core elders are the masters of the main peak, and their status is second only to the head of the sect.

But why are there four peak masters among the twelve peak masters belonging to the power center of Qingji Sect?

"These five people have one thing in common. They are all disciples of the previous leader, Master Wuwei..."

Although the host is also a closed disciple.

Ning Mingmei said: "This is not a problem. The important issue is who is in charge of administration."

From a distance, Ning Mingmei saw a fairy car parked in the square outside the head sect's palace. The fairy car was low-key, but a closer look could not hide its extreme luxury. Even the tassels hanging from the curtains were adorned with inconspicuous gems.

The system said: "This is the carriage of Eastern Elder Fang Wuyu."

Fang Wuyu is one of the elders who has the worst relationship with Ning Mingmei in the original work.

Ning Mingmei rubbed his forehead and frowned, "Strange, I always feel like I forgot something related to Sect Leader Qi Miancheng. It should be related to the content of the book."

There was no time to think, as Ning Mingmei had finally flown to a distance where the disciples in the square could see him with their cultivation level.

The sword master had not yet landed when there was a commotion in the square of the headmaster. Even the disciple who was extremely focused in sword practice and had been looked at several times by Ning Mingmei dropped his sword and looked over here in shock.

"The Sword-wielding Elder has come out of seclusion to visit the Sect Master..."

"The Sword Immortal is really as divine as the rumors say...!"

Ning Mingmei landed. The disciples hurriedly bowed and greeted him.

There is no need to say much about the cold swordsman. He put away his sword and walked into the hall. When they reached the main gate, a disciple said, "The master is now in the east side hall."

"With Elder Dong."

The owner of the fairy chariot is Fang Wuyu.

Ning Mingmei nodded as if he had listened, and went to the east side hall with his disciples. Only then did a dumbfounded disciple behind him say, "But his hair..."

I was so distracted just now that I forgot everything.

The east hall was filled with warm fragrance, and the system saw Ning Mingmei staring at the interior decoration for a long time.

Ning Mingmei: "Tsk, this is the mansion I want... the laboratory building."

…The system shocked Ning Mingmei again.

There was discussion behind the screen. I could vaguely hear words like "Daoism Conference" and "Yanyun Tower". Ning Mingmei stepped forward, opened the beaded curtain and went in, looking up to see the face of the person above him.

In one word, it is as profound as the mountains.

Although it is not an idiom used to describe a person's appearance, this person's appearance and temperament made him think of this word immediately.

Moreover, it was emitting a strong golden light that was enough to blind people. It was countless times stronger than Bai Bugui, one of his disciples.

Perhaps this person is the leader Qi Miancheng.

——Two hidden sons of destiny in one day. The Qingji Sect is indeed the number one sect in the world.

Ning Mingmei caught the surprise in the man's eyes when he saw him - especially when he saw his hair, this surprise turned into weirdness. Soon, the man said in a gentle voice: "Mingmei is here? Sit on my left."

On the right hand side of the man, a handsome man in a white robe with gold edges stood with his back to him and greeted him in a limited way: "Sword-wielding Elder."

It was very limited, so limited that it was just like turning your head to glance at him as he walked by, with a kind of arrogance that came from the heart and all over your body.

Then……

Ning Mingmei sat leisurely under the gaze of the two men. Fang Wuyu's look was particularly astonished, staring at his face and hair.

Sect Leader Qi spoke first: "Mingmei, your hair..."

"I have been in seclusion for a year, and my thoughts have become clearer, so I just cut my hair and the ties along with it," said Ning Mingmei.

"The magic weapon on your face..."

"I have been in seclusion for a year, and my thoughts have become clearer. So I decided to try whether I can see the world as it is when there are obstacles in front of me," said Ning Mingmei.

System: ...Can this be edited?

A disciple came in quietly and served tea. Ning Mingmei took the tea and took a sip.

Until Ning Mingmei took the seventh sip. Sect Leader Qi then said, "Brother, your thoughts...are becoming more and more insightful."

Fang Wu Yu just looked constipated and didn't say anything. Perhaps it was because Ning Mingmei's behavior was too strange that he didn't even have the energy to add a few sarcastic remarks. He just chuckled and said, "Why did Elder Zhijian think of coming to Tiantai Peak?"

"I just heard Yanyun Tower outside the palace. Is there something wrong?" Ning Mingmei said.

He could see that Fang Wuyu didn't welcome him, but he still asked.

"Yanyun Tower intends to hold a discussion meeting among our disciples in Qingji Sect." Master Qi replied.

Smoke and Cloud Tower.

It is regarded as the number one immortal sect in the world together with the Qingji Sect.

As the saying goes, there are two best in the world, one is Qingji Sect, the other is Yanyun Tower. The Qingji Sect excels in magic and sword practice, while the Yanyun Tower excels in music and medicine. The two sects fought back and forth for thousands of years, but there was no clear winner.

So it became a routine to have a sword fight every few years. The last time they fought was seven years ago in Yanyun Tower, and Qingji Zong won. There is still half a year left before the seven-year deadline, but Yanyun Tower has already rushed over to issue a challenge.

This is to avenge the previous humiliation.

Ning Mingmei: "Oh, academic exchange."

There is also cross-school communication in the world of cultivating immortals.

"And this time, they plan to send several disciples to Qingji Sect half a year in advance." Sect Master Qi explained patiently.

Fang Wuyu waved his fan and smiled: "Hey, you lost to us before, so you're just not convinced."

There are also exchange students.

Ning Mingmei was quick to respond: "Which peak will receive it?"

Exchange students have always been a good opportunity to make money.

Fang Wuyu frowned and glanced at Ning Mingmei. The Sword Immortal has always been one of those who does not care about other things, and I have never seen him care about these things.

It was Sect Leader Qi who said, "Today I was discussing this matter with Junior Brother Wu Yu and planned to send them to Baiyun Peak."

Baiyun Peak is the main peak that Fang Wuyu is responsible for.

Seeing Ning Mingmei glance at Fang Wuyu, Sect Leader Qi said, "It is not convenient to receive guests for a long time at the main peak. I think Junior Brother Wuyu's place is the most suitable place to receive distinguished guests."

Ning Mingmei felt that Sect Leader Qi was really patient. Different from Fang Wuyu.

Fang Wuyu finally relaxed his brows, raised the corners of his lips, and smiled condescendingly: "Baiyun Peak is of course the best place to go. Let's also show these outsiders the style of the world's number one sect."

Just like that luxury car outside.

It seems that the interior of Baiyun Peak should be very luxurious as well, and it is the perfect face of the Qingji Sect. Not like Piao Miao Peak.

Snow cave style decoration.

It's simply the difference between the Computer Science Building and the Environment School Building.

Ning Mingmei's glasses flashed, and he said, "The people from Yanyun Tower have been here for half a year. How can we be responsible for their expenses?"

Do I need to pay tuition and course selection fees for each course? It is calculated by credits. For example, the elective courses offered by other peaks are 5,000 per credit.

Fang Wuyu was puzzled: "Food, clothing and other expenses will naturally be taken care of by Baiyunfeng."

Ning Mingmei: "What if we go to other peaks and have expenses?"

Fang Wuyu smiled indifferently: "It's just a small amount of money, so naturally Bai Yunfeng will be responsible for it. Is there any need to explain this?"

Ning Mingmei asked again: "When will they come?"

Finally, there was a question that Sect Leader Qi could answer first: "Seven days later."

After the group meeting next week.

Ning Mingmei's glasses flashed again. Although it didn't know what Ning Mingmei was thinking, the system looked at its beautiful host and felt that he seemed a little evil.

It must be an illusion, this conversation is so normal.

Fang Wu Yu obviously had no interest in continuing the conversation. After everything was arranged, he said goodbye to Master Qi and left. Ning Mingmei especially felt that the way he looked at her naturally showed some disregard for her.

It's a little complicated.

"Where is Fang Wuyu's hometown?" he asked.

It’s not mentioned in the original work.

System: "He is a native of the Imperial City. He is a descendant of the royal family, a close relative, very close."

I’m from the old imperial city, from the Plain Yellow Banner, no wonder I’m so arrogant.

But the complexity in his eyes was a bit strange, especially when this old man from the imperial city looked at him and then at the headmaster.

As an assistant professor who has studied for a doctorate for seven years, Ning Mingmei has a sharp eye for this kind of thing.

Ning Mingmei: "What interests do I have with Sect Leader Qi?"

When he came to his senses, he found that Master Qi was looking at him. Sect Leader Qi said to him, "Mingmei, how have you been lately?"

He saw Ning Mingmei finish a cup of tea, so he poured him a cup of tea himself.

This headmaster is very respectful to professors.

"Very understandable." Ning Mingmei replied.

Sect Leader Qi: “Oh.”

He smiled and said, "You must have something to say. Don't be shy. Just speak up. You are the Sword Master of Qingji Sect and also my junior fellow apprentice. And you rarely make requests to Qingji Sect."

This Master Qi is so kind.

Ning Mingmei pretended to drink tea. In the eyes of others, he raised the cup to his lips, his eyelashes drooping: "Can I raise it?"

Sect Master Qi thought for a moment and said, "But recently the Baijian Villa sent some swords. You have always liked famous swords. Would you like to go with me to have a look?"

Ning Mingmei: A little surprised.

He had never seen such an easy-to-talk to administrator...principal...committee.

"There is no need for a magic sword. But now that my thoughts are clear, the horizon of Piao Miao Peak has become narrow. I can't practice swordsmanship. Let alone Qing Xue Peak in the west and Jin Ting Peak in the south. I think the north and east are just right for swordsmanship." Ning Mingmei was about to get up without blinking, "and it's also suitable for retreat. Now I don't want to retreat in the snow cave, the large area in the east and north is just right."

Sect Leader Qi pondered, "I remember that the mountains in the north are extremely steep, and there are countless canyons."

Not suitable for sword practice.

Ning Mingmei: "Mountain peaks are suitable for looking far into the distance, while valleys are suitable for retreat."

"Not many people go there. If you want to go there, you can go freely." Sect Leader Qi said, "I will tell other peak masters not to compete with you."

The ancient cultivators of immortality had little knowledge about real estate.

This is a bit of a headache.

Ning Mingmei said, "I want to see them included in the territory of Piao Miao Peak. I need a paper demarcation. You know, I am introverted by nature. I will feel uncomfortable practicing swordsmanship if I know there is even one person in the four directions. Only if they are under my name, I can let the outsiders go."

system:…………

I am simply too exhausted to complain. How can you be so good at making up stories?

Ning Mingmei saw that Sect Leader Qi did not respond immediately, so he said, "Brother, I want it."

System: ...Help!

Sect Leader Qi actually laughed: "Okay, I understand. There is no precedent for this, but I'll give it a try, it should work."

He called his disciples over, talked to him for a few words, and then said, "I will go to the study to get the master's hand seal."

"Thank you, senior brother." Ning Mingmei said immediately.

Master Qi left. Ning Mingmei was the only one left in the side hall, so he leaned back and said, "This cushion is really comfortable."

This mat, this incense, this calligraphy and painting, this decoration.

Ning Mingmei: "This is where immortal cultivators should live."

System: "I just thought you were joking."

Ning Mingmei was shocked again. He bared his teeth for a moment, then said expressionlessly, "What's the reason this time?"

System: "The host's character is too bad."

Ning Mingmei had a calm expression: "Every master has this reaction when he asks someone for research funds. And the head of administration is my direct senior brother, so what's wrong with asking him for some funds and projects? The Sword Immortal is me, I am the Sword Immortal. The Sword Immortal's senior brother is my senior brother."

He pushed up his glasses and looked around the room: "I really want to live here and not go out. But Fang Wuyu and Sect Leader Qi are a bit weird. What interests are linked between me and Sect Leader Qi?"

They are all direct disciples of Master Wuwei, so why do they seem a little weird?

I saw Master Qi coming from behind the screen.

The figure of Sect Leader Qi holding the Sect Leader's handprint was close at hand, and the system said faintly:

"Because you were originally the cauldron that Wuwei Zhenren brought back for Master Qi."