Chapter 32 Parting The two didn't spend much time saying goodbye; it was already a thousand...
The two didn't have much time to say goodbye, and although they had a thousand words to say, they could only say a few at this moment.
Wu Chen lifted Lu Qing onto the swing and pushed her high into the air. By the time the swing stopped again, he was already gone.
Lu Qing sat quietly on the swing for a rare moment until Qi Wu came looking for her.
Qi Wu looked at the little girl sitting there with a worried expression, feeling both annoyed and amused. "He's gone!"
Lu Qing gave a heavy, nasal "hmm".
Qi Wu chuckled, "You two haven't been together for very long, and you're already so reluctant to part? What, is it because he's handsome? There are several handsome young men in this valley..."
“That’s different!” Lu Qing raised her head, her eyes red and swollen from crying like two red peaches. “The crucian carp soup is also very pretty, and the rich man is also very pretty, but it’s just not the same.”
Qi Wu rolled his eyes, a hint of schadenfreude in his voice, and said, "Over time, they'll all be the same."
Lu Qing pouted, "You don't like him!"
“Yes.” Qi Wu didn’t hide anything. “To be precise, there aren’t many people I like. He’s barely passable.” She gazed at the distant night, her eyes calm and distant. “Don’t rush to believe someone, don’t stubbornly wait for someone. Take your time, observe carefully. In this world, regardless of gender, everyone is good at sweet talk. Just listen casually, don’t take it too seriously.”
“I’ve heard plenty of sweet talk and vows of eternal love!” Lu Qing wiped her nose without any regard for her image. “But what he said wasn’t very pleasant to hear.”
"Oh, what did he say?" Qi Wu asked, making no attempt to hide his gossip.
He said it would be a huge loss for him to leave now, and that I might forget about him later.
Qi Wu couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Lu Qing glared at her angrily.
Qi Wu stepped forward and took her hand. "Whether you put him out of your mind or can't forget him; whether you wait for him to come or go to find him, it's up to you. But right now, you still have a lot to do."
"for example?"
"For example, eat first."
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After Wu Chen left, Lu Qing realized that there was an emotion called loneliness. From the first moment she came into this world, the person she saw was Wu Chen, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that she was cherished by him. But now, he wasn't there when she ate, he wasn't there when she wrote, he wasn't there when she rested, and when she called out Wu Chen's name, she couldn't find him when she turned around.
This man is so wicked! So wicked that his non-existence has become an undeniable presence.
Lu Qing gradually became quieter day by day.
Luo Yuan was a little worried, but Qi Wu didn't care. "Things like longing are only for those who are bored and have nothing better to do." So he doubled Lu Qing's workload. By the time the first snow fell, Lu Qing was already able to fight to a draw with Luo Sen, who had been learning martial arts since childhood.
On the day of the first snow, Wu Chen appeared before the gate of the Divine Palace.
Layer upon layer of mountain gates, towering palaces and pavilions, long bridges spanning the water, and covered walkways soaring through the air—it is a magnificent and beautiful sight. In the eyes of the world, it has always been a place like a heavenly palace.
Today is the first snowfall of the day. The pale white snow has dimmed the brilliance of the snow, making it elegant and serene, and it truly has a sense of being untouched by worldly affairs.
Wu Chen stood calmly in front of the mountain gate, carefully re-examining the scenery of the temple, as if seeing it for the first time.
The disciples guarding the mountain quickly recognized him and greeted him with reverence and joy, saying, "Greetings, Divine Attendant."
The chanting of rites echoed along the long and magnificent stone steps. One after another, figures dressed in the robes of the shrine disciples ran out of the houses to watch, shouting, "Quick, quick, the shaman's attendant is back!"
More and more people arrived along the mountain path. As Wu Chen walked forward, they all bowed respectfully, like ripples spreading with each step he took.
Wu Chen's lips curled up slightly, but his eyes gradually faded until they were as still as a deep well, and no one could find a trace of emotion in them.
He walked directly to the main hall of the priests.
The disciples outside the hall quickly bowed to him, saying, "Witch God Attendant, the High Priest is still in seclusion."
Wu Chen bowed respectfully to the closed temple doors, then nodded to his disciple, "Inform me immediately when the High Priest emerges from seclusion."
The disciple clasped his hands in acceptance of the order.
Wu Chen nodded his thanks and turned to leave.
Wuchen's palace is located on Nukun Peak, one of the most scenic peaks among the ninety-nine peaks of the Divine Palace.
The news of Wu Chen's return had just been received, and the entire mountain was bustling with activity. When Wu Chen returned to the summit of Nukun Peak, his attendant Qi Ying was already eagerly waiting in front of the hall.
"My lord, you're finally back!" Qi Ying ran over happily.
Wu Chen nodded. "Thank you for your hard work while I was away."
Qi Ying was unusually excited, "No, it's not hard work, it's just a little troublesome!"
"Hmm?" Wu Chen looked at him in confusion, and stepped into the main hall. Then, he was so shocked by the strong fragrance that it hit him that he took a step back.
The hall was filled with beautiful women, their colors vibrant and dazzling. The perfumes and balms that should have been delicate, elegant, and soothing were mixed together, creating a strange and suffocating odor.
Wu Chen's expression darkened. He took three steps back, flicked his sleeves, and stood with his hands behind his back. "Open the door, open the window." He glanced at Qi Ying. "Are you planning to poison me?"
Qi Ying muttered, "I've been poisoned for over half a year now. Considering how deeply I'm poisoned and how confused I am, please don't hold it against me." He called over a few disciples, and they quickly opened all the doors and windows in the main hall.
A biting wind, carrying snowflakes, rushed into the main hall. The women inside, dressed in thin, gorgeous clothes, turned pale instantly. However, because it was Wu Chen who gave the order, no one dared to speak. Those who couldn't bear the cold gave their maids meaningful glances, signaling them to quickly bring them cloaks.
Of course, there were also those who were reluctant to let their carefully crafted appearance go to waste, gritting their teeth and persevering, hoping to catch the eye of Wu Shenqing.
Wu Chen stood outside the hall without saying a word until the women stopped their flirtatious glances, their faces turned blue from the cold, and their teeth chattered. Only then did he step into the hall and sit down in his seat.
The women quickly bowed and said, "Greetings, Your Excellency."
Wu Chen had no intention of saying they could skip the formalities, and simply left them in the bowing posture.
Qi Ying had suffered quite a bit from the coquettishness of these pampered young ladies over the past six months. Upon seeing this, he mischievously said, "My lord has traveled a long way, I'll go make you some tea." When he returned from the tea room, several women were trembling so much that they could no longer maintain their bowing posture and were swaying precariously.
Even so, Wu Chen didn't give it another glance.
Finally, the woman at the head of the group couldn't hold on any longer. She straightened up and forced a smile, "My lord, I am Lin Lan, and my elder brother is Elder Lin Mu..."
Wu Chen gave an "oh" and said, "Please give my regards to Elder Lin. I have just returned to Nukun Peak and am quite tired. I am not able to entertain guests today, so please return home."
Lin Lan quickly stepped forward, "My lord, I am not here as a guest. Nukun Peak is short-handed and busy with affairs. I have come specifically to serve under you and am willing to help you solve your problems."
Wu Chen smiled slightly, "Miss Lin, if you wish to serve under me and become my slave, where will you place the reputation of your Lin family? If you wish to become my disciple, have you passed the Thirteen Trials of Nukun?"
Lin Lan still refused to give up, "My lord, my heart is sincere, I only wish to serve you..."
Qi Ying and his disciples almost burst out laughing.
Wu Chen looked at her coldly, "I don't need a disobedient servant who dares to try to control me. You say you want to solve my problems, but your actions contradict what you say."
Lin Lan was on the verge of tears. "My lord, do you really not understand my feelings?"
Wu Chen said to Qi Ying, "This time, we gave Elder Lin face and politely sent him back. If there are any more of these strange guests next time, you will have to go to the peak to receive your punishment."
Qi Ying hurriedly said seriously, "Disciple obeys." He then put on a stern face and "invited" all the women in the hall out of Nukun Peak.
When Qi Ying finally finished his errand and returned to the summit, Wu Chen had already bathed and changed clothes and was sitting in the main hall, looking down at him and asking, "What exactly happened?"
When did Nukun Peak become a place of lush flowers and willows?
Qi Ying hurriedly complained, "It's all because of Lord Yu Shen Shi!"
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