Chapter 44
Zhongzhou, Xihua Town.
Jiang Mingyan silently repeated these simple words, his eyelashes drooping slightly, his dark eyes calm, without a trace of abnormality.
Anyone who wakes up from a coma and finds that they have unknowingly crossed thousands of miles, crossed the Dusk Mountains that seem to be impossible to cross forever, and from Wuzhou to Zhongzhou would inevitably be surprised.
But while Jiang Mingyan was surprised, he felt a sense of calmness in his heart.
The mysterious giant beast.
Jiang Mingyan concealed the cold sword intent in his eyes.
Sui Sui looked at Shao Jishuang with a serious expression, and when she heard him say unfamiliar words, her beautiful big round black eyes couldn't help blinking a few times, and she suddenly realized something was wrong in her little head.
He subconsciously looked at his brother.
But I saw that my brother looked as usual, his handsome and cold face was like a thin layer of snow, as strong and elegant as a bamboo, and his eyebrows were sharp and cold.
So, the little fat boy quickly put the slight feeling of something being wrong behind his mind.
Isn’t there still my brother here?
My brother would never sell Sui Sui for money.
With my brother around, I don't have to worry about these things. My brother is the best, he can handle everything.
The little guy thought confidently.
As soon as he saw the fat cub's furry head raised high in his arms, even without looking at the chubby face, Jiang Mingyan had already guessed what the cub was thinking.
The sword intent in his eyes dissipated, and tenderness filled his eyes. He looked a little helpless and funny, but more than that, he was filled with the swelling love in his chest.
His life should be like this, carefree, happy, and held in the palm of someone's hand like a round-headed, lively and cute kitten.
Even if I indulge myself a little, what harm would that do?
"My fellow junior brothers and sisters and I are traveling to Yunzhan Pass to congratulate the Yan family." Shao Jishuang with difficulty tore her gaze from the fluffy fur on Mao Tuantuan's head and looked at the gray-robed swordsman. "The Xuanjian Pavilion is far away in Jiuli Continent. We have been traveling for a long time and finally arrived in Zhongzhou this evening. Xihua Town is not far from Yunzhan Pass, so we decided to rest here for the night and set off again tomorrow. However, I entered the inn room and soon after washing up, I sensed an evil aura."
"I followed the scent out to investigate and followed it all the way to this meadow. Then the scent became intermittent."
"I was exploring around the grassland, but accidentally stepped on the Yingxue Vine, which had shrunk in size and hidden itself at the junction of the grassland and the forest..." Shao Jishuang said, a trace of regret flashing in his eyes.
He had obviously thought it was a non-issue before, but now, when he thought about how his miserable appearance was not only seen by Mao Tuantuan, but also by Mao Tuantuan's brother, Shao Jishuang couldn't help but feel a little worried.
This was really just an accident. He is actually very capable and can protect Mao Tuantuan.
I hope Mao Tuantuan’s brother will not mind his mistake and allow him to continue to be good friends with Mao Tuantuan.
As he muttered to himself, Shao Jishuang's bloodshot eyes became increasingly clear and sincere, and his tone barely revealed a hint of anticipation: "It's not safe here. That aura is very strange. Come back to the inn with me. My fellow apprentices have already reached the Golden Core stage. With them around, the inn is safe. Don't worry."
Jiang Mingyan heard Shao Jishuang's expectation, lowered his eyelids and glanced at him without saying anything.
But this did not prevent Jiang Mingyan from quickly grasping the key points.
Yunzhan Pass Yan family, Xuanjian Pavilion.
The aristocratic families in Zhongzhou are deeply rooted and flourishing, among which the Twelve Clans are the most respected.
The Yan family of Yunzhan Pass is one of the twelve families.
Speaking of which, the Changsun Lianwen I met in the Dusk Mountains also came from a noble family, the Changsun family of Luofan City.
The Xuanjian Pavilion is a sect from Jiulizhou.
Jiulizhou's immortal sects are widespread and open to all disciples. Unlike aristocratic families that prioritize bloodlines, within the immortal sects, birth and status are not considered. Simply passing the test allows one to join the sect and embark on the path of Taoism.
Therefore, Jiuli Continent is the continent with the largest number of cultivators and the most prosperous immortal path.
——That’s also where my aunt is.
The Jiuli Immortal Sect is headed by the Six Immortal Sects, and Xuanjian Pavilion is one of the Six Immortal Sects.
Suisui was completely unaware of her brother's fleeting thoughts.
The silent understanding between him and his brother when facing the giant Xuan Guang beast had long been swallowed up by the little fat cub Ah Wu, and now all that was left was a furry ball with an empty head and a round face.
Then, Mao Tuan Tuan opened his bright, round black eyes and asked Shao Jishuang with innocent curiosity, "What are you celebrating? Is it a happy event? I've never been to one before. Will there be lots of delicious food?"
As she spoke, I don't know what she was thinking about, but there was some anticipation in her baby voice, and her eyes were eager.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Mingyan lowered his eyes and looked at the little fat baby in his arms.
His expression was still cold, but he couldn't help but think hesitantly in his heart. He remembered that he had never let his little Suisui go hungry. Why did the little guy look so eager and a little pitiful now?
If Suisui knew what his brother was thinking, he would definitely put on a serious face and loudly emphasize that he was not being pitiful! Suisui just wanted to try different flavors of food!
Humph! He just acted a little anxious, what's the matter?
Fortunately, Sui Sui didn’t know, so the little fat boy’s fur didn’t stand up. He just looked at Shao Jishuang obediently, waiting for his answer.
As for the strange evil spirit Shao Jishuang mentioned, she told Suisui about it when her brother was still asleep.
The little fat boy thought about it, and a hint of cunning flashed across his big watery eyes: My brother hasn't woken up yet, no matter how Shao Jishuang persuades him, Suisui will not leave!
But my brother is awake, so it's my brother who has to worry.
Suisui is the pillar of the family, so leave these small things to your brother!
The little fat boy confidently put aside his worries and went to listen to the handsome little brother's speech happily.
Shao Jishuang looked at the furry ball full of anticipation, her heart unconsciously filled with joy, her bloodshot eyes softening. "It's the Yan family's Patriarch's wedding. My fellow apprentices and I have been ordered to go and congratulate him. There should be lots of delicious food."
This is not a secret, you can find out by asking around.
Sui Sui seemed to understand, but he acted like someone who had read everything, and even caught a glimpse of something odd: "Shao Jishuang, you said your fellow apprentices are all at the Golden Core stage, but you're only slightly older than Sui Sui? Shouldn't they be younger than you?"
In order to emphasize that the gap was really very small, Sui Sui even stretched out his fat finger and measured a short distance.
"I'm six years old this year." Shao Jishuang asked seriously, "How old is Sui Sui?"
"Sui Sui is three years old!" The little fat boy stood up this time, rubbing his hands and quickly came up with the answer: "You are only three years older than Sui Sui! It's just not that much."
Shao Jishuang's face was calm and gentle, which was inconsistent with her age: "Sui Sui is awesome."
Smiling every year.
But the little fat boy still didn't forget the question he had just asked: "Why?"
"Because of my master." Shao Jishuang said helplessly: "Hundreds of years ago, my master looked at the stars at night and felt that he should have a disciple, so he went to find his uncles and aunts and said that they wanted to reserve a place for his future disciple. In the future, when my uncles and aunts take in disciples, they will have to wait in line behind his disciple."
"So, when Master picked me up and accepted me as his disciple, I suddenly had many younger brothers, sisters, and nephews."
"Wow~" the little fat boy exclaimed, "Your master is so powerful!"
Shao Jishuang's bloodshot eyes couldn't help but light up slightly. "Although my master is a bit informal, he really likes children. Suisui, do you want to go to Xuanjian Pavilion with me?"
Jiang Mingyan's eyebrows twitched.
He didn't say anything, just lowered his eyes and looked at his fat baby.
Sui Sui's heart is moved.
He immediately went to see his brother: "Brother, Shao Jishuang's master is called Feng..."
The little fellow touched his round head, hugged his brother's neck, and buried his delicate round face, a little embarrassed: "Sui Sui forgot Master's name! But Sui Sui wants to go play~"
As he spoke, the little guy rubbed against his brother, like a friendly little kitten with its furry belly exposed for stroking.
"He's Shao Jishuang's master." Jiang Mingyan first corrected Sui Sui's vague reference, then calmly brought up Shao Jishuang's previous words: "Shao Jishuang just said that it's a bit dangerous here. We've been busy all day, and now it's time to rest. Since the inn where Shao Jishuang is staying is safe, let's go there to rest for a night and send Shao Jishuang back to the inn. We can discuss other matters after we've rested, okay?"
Hearing his brother's slow suggestion, Sui Sui leaned over to look at the still sleeping big black dog and nodded quickly.
Dahei hasn't woken up yet, he must be very tired.
My brother must be very tired too. These things are not urgent, so let’s talk about them later.
The little fat boy pouted his face and looked worried.
Brother, go and rest, this is the most important thing!
Shao Jishuang couldn't help feeling a little frustrated when she saw that Mao Tuantuan's brother postponed Mao Tuantuan's trip to Xuanjian Pavilion with just a few words.
"Shao Jishuang, please lead the way. It's time for us to rest!" Mao Tuantuan's soft little voice sounded.
Shao Jishuang watched Mao Tuantuan put away the Hypericum japonica, leaving only the blood-clotting grass supporting the big black dog, and turned his head to look at him. His figure was reflected in his round eyes as bright and gorgeous as obsidian. All the frustration disappeared in an instant, leaving only joy spreading under Sen Wan's tidying up.
It would be nice to go back to the inn with Mao Tuan Tuan.
The boy thought with great satisfaction and happily agreed: "Okay, I still remember the way, I won't get lost!"
So, Jiang Mingyan held Suisui in his arms, while Blood Clotting Grass held the big black dog, and they followed Shao Jishuang towards Xihua Town.
Although Shao Jishuang had never practiced cultivation, he grew up in an immortal sect and his physique was much stronger than that of an ordinary child.
With him leading the way, we went quite fast.
Jiang Mingyan followed Shao Jishuang and couldn't help thinking.
This child has very good physical fitness. According to Sui Sui, he should be a disciple of a venerable master of Xuanjian Pavilion.
That is equivalent to the direct descendants of the Zhongzhou family.
In this case, his food, clothing and other expenses are already among the best in the Qianyuan Realm.
He is six years old...
Jiang Mingyan lowered his eyes to hide the longing in them.
His family should do the same every year.
This was the first time Jiang Mingyan had set such a clear goal since he met Changsun Lianwen.
Just then, he saw a bright light in the distance. A flash of sword light streaked through the air, and a woman wearing the same green sword robe as Shao Jishuang jumped down from the long sword. "Senior Brother!"
"Junior Sister Jingyan." Shao Jishuang called.
Duan Jingyan walked over quickly, took a look, and confirmed that Shao Jishuang was not injured. She breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "Brother, why didn't you tell us before you left?"
She didn't mean to blame him, and explained, "When Junior Sister Xue Xuan passed by your door, her spirit beast noticed that the house was too quiet. Junior Sister knocked on the door, but no one answered. That's when we realized you were out."
"I sensed an evil aura. You were all practicing at that time, and I had the protective spiritual weapon given by my master, so I didn't disturb you." Shao Jishuang said.
"Brother, next time you can just call us directly. We can practice anytime, right?" Duan Jingyan said nonchalantly while sending out a sword message to notify the other brothers and sisters.
She looked at the person behind this junior brother.
The young man in grey robe is obviously a sword cultivator, a sword cultivator with a clear sword heart and sharp sword intent.
Duan Jingyan couldn't help but narrow her eyes.
Although this young man was only at the initial stage of foundation building, she vaguely felt that as long as he did not die midway, he would have a place in the future of swordsmanship.
A strong enemy.
The sword intent in Duan Jingyan surged involuntarily, and the long sword in her hand hummed, looking forward to a fair battle.
"Ah!" Sui Sui made an unhappy little sound.
Brother is very tired, don’t fight.
Duan Jingyan was stunned, and her mind, which was filled with fighting spirit, calmed down. Only then did she notice the little cub in the arms of the gray-robed swordsman.
Then, she felt dizzy just like Shao Jishuang.
This round little face, wet black eyes, and floppy fat—
Whose kitty has escaped? I really want to pet its fur and rub its belly...
The sword cultivator who had just split a mountain with one sword and was punished to clean the sword tomb could not hide his anticipation.
But what she received was only the little guy's vigilant gaze.
"I don't mean to fight with your brother." Remembering that her natal sword was ready to move just now, Duan Jingyan hurriedly explained.
I am half-believing and half-doubting every year.
"Let's go to the inn and rest first." Jiang Mingyan said lightly.
Looking at Sui Sui's messy hair, Duan Jingyan nodded in understanding.
She was not worried that Jiang Mingyan and the others had any bad intentions.
Although Shao Jishuang is still young, the fact that he is willingly called "Senior Brother" by powerful sword cultivators such as Duan Jingyan is enough to prove that he is definitely not a soft-hearted person.
Since Shao Jishuang wanted to bring Jiang Mingyan and Suisui back to the inn, Duan Jingyan believed in his choice.
Xihua Town is a place with small bridges and flowing water, green tiles and gray walls, which is simple and quiet.
Shao Jishuang and his group stayed at the largest inn in the town, called Yunwujian.
The owner of the clouds and mist is a beautiful and charming woman with great cultivation. Everyone calls her Yunniang.
As soon as Shao Jishuang returned to the inn, she was surrounded by several young men and women. Duan Jingyan wanted to continue to get close to Suisui in order to pinch her chubby face.
However, Suisui felt that his brother should rest.
So the little fat boy explained the situation to Duan Jingyan with a serious face, and generously said that if Duan Jingyan really wanted to play with Sui Sui, she could come to play with him tomorrow.
Duan Jingyan left with regret.
The little fat boy held his round face and sighed: "Sui Sui is indeed the most popular child!"
Jiang Mingyan listened to the little guy's babyish sighs, his eyes softened, and a smile couldn't help but appear on his lips.
"Yun Niang, can you prepare a guest room for us?" He looked at the woman who was leaning against the counter with a lazy look on her face.
Yunniang was just listening to the conversation between Suisui and Duan Jingyan. She naturally heard the little guy's distressed but somewhat proud sigh in the back, and now she responded with a smile.
"Please prepare another bowl of fruit puree for us..." Jiang Mingyan paused: "If it's inconvenient, can you lend me the kitchen?"
Yunniang immediately understood who Jiang Mingyan was preparing for.
She remembered something and raised her eyebrows: "Do you usually feed Sui Sui fruit puree?"
"I also feed them some meat paste." Jiang Mingyan replied.
Yunniang curled her lips, and the charm between her eyebrows faded slightly, revealing a strange expression of understanding and helplessness.
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