Chapter 208 On the Eve of the Finals
Inside the library.
On the dimly lit couch, a slender woman in white coughed lightly, then, noticing the hesitant figure outside the door, said, "Sect Leader, please come in."
Upon hearing this, Mingcang pushed open the door and entered. Seeing her sickly appearance, he asked, "Ah, are you feeling any better?"
"Thank you for your concern, Sect Leader. I'm feeling much better now."
Ming Cang took out a bottle of pills from his storage ring and placed it on the low table beside the bed. "These are newly refined pills. Taking them might alleviate your symptoms."
"Ahem... Thank you, Sect Leader."
"While you were away the other day, I have some good news for you: Xian'er is pregnant!"
"real?!"
"Yes, they plan to get married on an auspicious day after the finals. You should go and attend; it'll be like being part of the bride's family..."
"Of course, I've already prepared her dowry." A soft look appeared in her cool, beautiful eyes as she covered her face and coughed lightly a few times, saying, "It's time to give her an explanation."
Hearing this, Mingcang was taken aback, sensing the coldness in her tone, and asked, "Are you about to take action?"
"Hmm, I'm afraid I can't wait any longer..."
Ming Cang's eyes showed regret, and he sighed, "Alright, I will definitely help you then."
"Thank you, Sect Leader."
After Mingcang left, she looked up at the ray of warm sunlight pouring down, a smile appearing on her pale lips.
With a clang, he pinned the sword in his hand to the floor and said softly, "We won't have to wait much longer..."
Two days later.
The people of Peach Blossom Valley were all ready to go. After giving some final instructions to the Second Elder and a few others, Ming Cang and the First Elder leaped onto the warship.
"Is everyone here?"
Nan Muyin: "Master is all here."
"Let's go then!"
"Hahaha, let's go!" Yu Qianling's face was full of excitement. "Fourth Junior Brother, set sail!"
Feng Yue nodded, started the warship, and slowly sailed out of the valley. The disciples left behind were filled with envy, "We really want to go and see..."
"Yeah, the finals must have gathered a lot of geniuses. I'd like to go and broaden my horizons too."
The Second Elder coughed lightly, "Then why don't you all hurry up and work hard to bring glory to the sect in the next competition!"
"Yes, Second Elder!"
...
"Ugh... I hate it."
On the messy bed, Bai Ruoqian was panting heavily, her skin as smooth as a lotus flower, covered with bright red spots.
"Junior Sister..."
Su Yuyuan buried his face in her neck, kissing her greedily and solemnly saying, "I swear... you are the only one in my life, and I will never betray you!"
Bai Ruoqian concealed the disgust in her eyes, sat up, casually draped a pale yellow cloud-patterned robe over her shoulders, and walked towards the dressing table not far away.
"Second Brother, you don't have to do this... It was a voluntary act, and there's no regret now. Let's leave it at that."
Upon hearing this, Su Yuyuan became anxious, rolled out of bed, and walked to her side. "Why? Haven't we been enjoying ourselves these past few days?"
Bai Ruoqian covered her face and wept, sobbing as she said, "We haven't even held the ceremony yet, and we've already tasted forbidden fruit for several days. If word gets out, I'm afraid my reputation will be ruined, and I'll have no hope of inheriting the position of young sect leader. Master won't forgive us either..."
"Then, then I'll hold the ceremony with you, Junior Sister, you don't need to worry!"
Bai Ruoqian felt a wave of disdain. She was someone who would one day reach the pinnacle of the cultivation world; how could she possibly hold a grand ceremony with him?
That's just wishful thinking.
"What nonsense are you talking about? At my age... I'm bound to be pointed at and gossiped about a lot."
Seeing her eyes redden, Su Yuyuan felt a pang of pain. "Alright, alright, then what do you want to do?"
A glint flashed in Bai Ruoqian's eyes, and she said sweetly, "Let's keep our affairs a secret for now. After we both achieve great success in our cultivation, you will help me seize the position of Young Sect Leader. Then, who will dare to interfere with our affairs?"
Su Yuyuan's eyes flickered slightly. "Alright, I'll do whatever you say."
"From now on, you have to protect me a lot and don't let those cats and dogs bully me anymore..."
"Of course, that's what happens when you're my woman."
"Second Senior Brother..." Bai Ruoqian leaned weakly against his chest, which rekindled his dormant desires, and soon the room was filled with spring passion again.
In a quiet corridor, Lü Xuan and Yang Shen strolled along. "Senior Brother, thanks to your guidance that day, I have gained a lot of insights into swordsmanship. Thank you so much!"
"Why are you being so polite? We're all from the same sect, so it's only natural for me to guide you in your cultivation."
Lu Xuan sighed and said, "It's a pity that this sword doesn't feel right to me. I originally wanted to ask my second senior brother to reforge it, but I haven't seen him these past few days."
Upon hearing this, Yang Shen stopped and frowned, asking, "Have you seen your Senior Sister Ruoqian these past few days?"
"No... What's wrong with Senior Brother?"
A hint of worry flashed across Yang Shen's face, then he took out a precious sword. "This sword is a gift from your senior brother. Try it out and see if it suits your hand."
Lu Xuan's face lit up with joy, and she swung the sword a few times. "Perfect! Thank you, Senior Brother!"
"That's good. We're setting off for Wangxian City tomorrow, so you should get ready. I have to go now."
"Okay, take care, senior brother!"
Watching his departing figure, Lü Xuan gently stroked the sword in her hand, a hint of pride flashing in her eyes, "What a fine sword..."
As darkness fell, Su Yuyuan straightened his clothes and walked out of Bai Ruoqian's cave, looking refreshed. However, he was stopped by Yang Shen before he had gone far.
"Big...Senior Brother...what are you doing here?"
"Shouldn't I be asking you that?"
Su Yuyuan's heart skipped a beat, but he kept his composure and lied, "It's all your fault! After you and Junior Sister had your argument last time, she stayed in her cave every day, feeling depressed, so I had to go and comfort her every day."
Yang suddenly realized, "Oh, I see..."
"Then what do you think it is?"
Yang Shen: "It's nothing... With the finals approaching, we, as fellow disciples, must not have any disagreements. I'm sorry to trouble you with this."
"fine."
"Then I'll be going now."
"Okay, good." Su Yuyuan watched his departing figure and breathed a sigh of relief, then happily walked towards the cave.
...
Wangxian City is located in the central part of the Eastern Region. It is said that an immortal once descended here, hence the name.
The Celestial One slowly sailed into the city, attracting many people to stop and watch. They all curiously examined the peculiar warship and began to discuss it.
Ye Luo stood on the side of the boat, looking down at the city below. People were coming and going in an endless stream, much more prosperous than Tiankun City last time.
"We've arrived..."
"Why are you feeling sentimental, Junior Brother?" Nan Muyin asked with a smile.
Ye Luo leaned against the side of the boat and chuckled, "How can I not feel sentimental? I remember last time we went to the competition, we had to fly there... Master is really stingy."
Ming Cang: "Tsk, what are you saying, kid?"
Ye Luo: "Hehe, I didn't say anything. Your disciple was just praising you for being thrifty and good at managing the household."
"You brat!"
At this moment, Ming Cang saw Mu Tai flying towards them, so he quickly stepped forward and bowed, "Old man, what brings you here?"
Mu Tai: "It's because you're too slow. Other sects arrived long ago, but you just barely made it! Let me take you to the inn where you're staying. I have some things to discuss with you."
"Alright, you old man, that's thoughtful of you."
After checking into the inn, Ye Luo learned that the participating sects had been assigned to different inns, presumably to prevent conflicts between the sects during the competition.
In addition, the Immortal Alliance has also dispatched guards, making things much more thorough in terms of both security and other aspects.
Ye Luo couldn't help but laugh at herself, "Now, no one should come to kill me anymore, right?"
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