Chapter 11
Xie Wen: What kind of crazy thing is this unpredictable devil going to do now? With Chu Xianyue being so capricious, Xie Wen couldn't guess what he was thinking at all.
Xie Wen: "Master, are you kidding me?"
Chu Xianyue said calmly, "I'm not joking."
Xie Wen: "But Master, don't you prefer peace and quiet? If I come and stay, it will disturb you, and it won't be appropriate."
Chu Xianyue glanced at Xie Wen, who immediately sensed that Chu Xianyue seemed to be getting impatient.
He calmly repeated himself one last time, "Move over tomorrow."
Although Xie Wen really couldn't understand what Chu Xianyue was thinking, he didn't want to cause himself any more trouble. After all, causing Chu Xianyue trouble was just asking for trouble. So he said, "Okay, okay."
After Chu Xianyue turned around, Xie Wen quietly spat at his back, "You think you can just stay here because you want? How domineering."
Chu Xianyue turned around, and Xie Wen immediately forced a smile. Chu Xianyue saw through Xie Wen's fake smile at a glance. A fake smile was worse than no smile at all. Chu Xianyue said coldly, "Don't give me that fake smile next time. It's really ugly."
Xie Wen's smile faded. She really had a lot of demands. Wasn't she happy to smile?
Chu Xianyue hissed, then hesitated, as if to say something but stopped himself. If he told her not to fake a smile, would she really just keep a cold face?
"Fine," he instructed, "move over as soon as possible. You can stay in the room across the street."
Xie Wen looked in the direction indicated and stood opposite the river pavilion. There stood a solitary river pavilion with upturned eaves, swaying bells, and several lanterns hanging from it, casting a faint glow on the river. It was surrounded by cherry blossoms, blooming like a sea of snow and clouds, and all around was the tranquil lake. Across a bridge was Chu Xianyue's house.
"Not bad." Xie Wen's eyes lit up. This setup would be a perfect small villa in modern times, wouldn't it? Plus, it's full of spiritual energy and has a tranquil environment. The only downside might be that it's a bit too close to Chu Xianyue.
But why did Xie Wen feel like she'd gone from a left-behind child in the countryside to a wealthy heiress in a seaside villa overnight? Xie Wen found it quite amusing. People who are used to poverty tend to get arrogant when they experience a little better life.
Xie Wen's initial disappointment at not being able to move in with her older sister was instantly lessened. She even felt a slight pang of guilt for betraying Xie Yichun.
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Beneath Half Moon Peak, Xie Wen hesitantly told Xie Yichun about it. She sat under a plum tree, one foot propped on a stone bench, munching on a crisp fruit that Xie Yichun had just washed. "Really, elder sister, I really wanted to live with you all. I even wanted to move back to my old life. It's such a pity, but Chu Xianyue ruined all of that."
Xie Yichun took Xie Wen's complaints as an overjoyed display of pride. How could Xie Wen abandon the better and more spiritual Dajiang Pavilion and instead be more attached to her dilapidated country house?
Besides, Xie Wen loves and respects her master so much, how could she not like living with him? Everyone else could see Xie Wen's little thoughts about Chu Xianyue in the past, so how could Xie Yichun not know?
Xie Yichun was genuinely happy for Xie Wen. "Wen, it's wonderful that you're moving to Feiying Pavilion. The spiritual energy there is abundant, and it's close to your master, so your cultivation will definitely improve faster. I've heard that Feiying Pavilion never accepts outsiders; your master is really good to you."
Xie Wen choked, coughing twice while clutching her chest. Her elder sister couldn't say such things. If rumors spread, she, Xie Wen, would be the one to suffer. Usually, she'd only be accused of seducing her master, committing treason, and so on. Chu Xianyue, on the other hand, would be completely unscathed.
Even though Xie Wen knew that seducing her was Chu Xianyue's mission.
If anyone's trying to seduce Xie Wen, it would be Chu Xianyue seducing her! But how could anyone else believe that?
Xie Wen coughed up the fruit pit stuck in her throat and changed the subject, "Oh well, no matter where I live, I'll come to see you often, sister. By the way, sister, have you been particularly busy with your studies these past few days? I've come to see you several times, but you weren't there."
Xie Yichun practiced her swordplay in the courtyard. She wasn't particularly talented, but she was always very diligent, and was considered to be of average skill among the outer disciples. Xie Yichun said, "Yes, I'm not very smart, so even a slow bird has to start flying early."
Xie Wen threw the fruit pit aside, clapped her hands, and stood up. "Sister, we must never underestimate ourselves. Come on, let me spar with you."
Xie Wen can now easily summon the Yao Fang sword. The fan appears in front of Xie Wen with a spin in the air. Xie Wen takes the fan, slowly pulls out the sword hilt, and turns to face Xie Yichun.
Rather than sparring, Xie Wen was accompanying Xie Yichun in practicing swordsmanship, intentionally guiding her to find the right angles and rhythm. Xie Yichun gradually got the hang of it. In the courtyard, a gentle breeze rippled under the plum tree, causing more plum blossoms to fall than usual. The two women practiced their swordsmanship under the tree, completely unaware of the man not far away.
Pei Xuan had come to thank Xie Yichun. He was a new disciple who had recently joined the sect, and yesterday, while undergoing trials in the Trial Forest, he was harassed by several disciples who were known for their bullying and arrogance. These disciples, relying on the fact that they had entered the sect a few years earlier than the other disciples, were extremely arrogant and would specifically target those new disciples who seemed more honest. They would order people around, and if they refused, they would lead the bullying.
Pei Xuan was treated the same way yesterday. Although he was honest and law-abiding, he didn't enter the Sword Sect to be someone's servant. He ignored those people and was surrounded. It was Xie Yichun who stood up for Pei Xuan.
Although Xie Yichun had little presence in the sect, everyone knew she had a younger sister with exceptional talent who had entered the sect as Chu Xianyue's personal disciple within a few years. No one wanted to offend Xie Yichun. So they had no choice but to let it go, considering it a good deal for Pei Xuan.
Pei Xuan had never met such a gentle and kind girl. He had originally wanted to get to know her, but Xie Yichun turned around and left to practice her sword. Pei Xuan didn't want to disturb her, and later he kept thinking that he hadn't properly thanked her, so he kept thinking about it.
Having just found out where Xie Yichun was staying, I wanted to personally visit her to express my gratitude.
He hadn't expected to witness this scene. Pei Xuan had only been in the sect for a short time, but he had already heard about Xie Yichun's younger sister.
Seeing them in person now, one can only feel that the two sisters have a truly beautiful relationship.
Pei Xuan quietly placed the items outside Xie Yichun's hut, admired them for a while, and then left.
After practicing swordsmanship with Xie Wen, Xie Yichun felt incredibly refreshed and exhilarated, having never experienced such smoothness and pleasure before. Xie Yichun was very grateful to Xie Wen, who sat casually on the stone bench, wiping the sweat from his face, and said, "If you really want to thank me, please invite me to stay for dinner."
Xie Yichun smiled and playfully scolded, "When have I ever not invited you to stay for dinner since you've come?"
Xie Wen transformed into a whiny little devil, pleading, "Big sister, you're the best~"
Xie Yichun smiled and walked to the front of the courtyard. Suddenly, she noticed a basket of wild mushrooms on the ground, so fresh they were still covered with dew. A transparent barrier covered the mushrooms to keep them fresh. How thoughtful.
Xie Yichun picked it up. "Huh, whose is this?"
Xie Wen tilted his head and looked at it, then joked, "Oh, could it be left by some junior brother who has a crush on my sister?"
Xie Yichun: "Ah Wen, are you asking for trouble?"
Xie Wen smiled mischievously, quite pleased with Xie Yichun's reaction; it seemed she hadn't forgotten what she'd told Xie Yichun a few days ago.
Xie Yichun put her index finger to her lips, looking somewhat embarrassed. "Who put this here? These wild mushrooms look so delicious. They would make a wonderful meat and mushroom soup."
Xie Wen's mouth was watering. Who cares whose it is? Now that they've found it, it's theirs. Xie Wen comforted herself with this thought and urged Xie Yichun, "Sister, what are we waiting for? Go quickly!"
Xie Yichun really couldn't do anything about Xie Wen. "Fine, fine. Since we don't know whose it is, it would be a waste if we didn't eat it."
Xie Wen echoed, "Yes, yes, yes."
As evening fell, Xie Wen emerged from the foot of Half Moon Peak, hiccuping. Only then did she remember Chu Xianyue's instructions: to move to Flying Cherry Pavilion as soon as possible. Was he in such a hurry to kill her?
With these thoughts in mind, Xie Wen strolled leisurely back to his small, dilapidated house.
At this moment, the cloud-shaped ornament at his waist swayed twice, emitting a clear bell sound. Xie Wen said, "Hey, Master."
Xie Wen thought that while the telephones in the cultivation world were convenient, they only benefited Chu Xianyue. Calls could only be made to Chu Xianyue. The only advantage was that it allowed Chu Xianyue to order her around anytime, anywhere.
A emotionless voice came from the other end of the line, "Didn't I say to move in as soon as possible?"
Xie Wen was speechless. Why was he in such a hurry? "It's only been half a day. And don't you need to pack your things after moving in? I was just about to pack my things."
Chu Xianyue frowned, puzzled, and said, "Your dilapidated house, is there anything left to pack? Don't pack it. Don't move all the junk to Feiying Pavilion."
Xie Wen: "..."
Although Xie Wen found this a little unpleasant, it was indeed true. Xie Wen glanced around the bare house; it seemed that apart from the box that the original owner had treasured so much hidden under the bed, there was nothing else. And what was inside that box... well, it was hard to describe.
She, Xie Wen, would absolutely not take her away.
No, Xie Wen needs to destroy this thing quickly! Burn it? Throw it away? Bury it? Before Xie Wen could think of anything, Chu Xianyue's impatient voice came from the other side of Yundang, "Xie Wen, hurry up, stop dawdling."
"You're in that shabby little house right now, right? Let me help you pack your things?" Chu Xianyue added.
His tone sounded rather unpleasant, even more so than before.
Perhaps because he had something to hide, Xie Wen became a little anxious because of Chu Xianyue's actions, and repeatedly said, "No need, no need, I'll be right there."
Xie Wen was genuinely afraid that if she didn't go over immediately, Chu Xianyue would actually come and watch her pack. If he discovered what was in the box, Xie Wen would be in deep trouble, no matter how hard she tried.
I had no choice but to grit my teeth and go through with it, and then find a chance to completely destroy this "stinking thing"!
When Xie Wen arrived at Feiying Pavilion carrying the wooden box, he ran into Yun Yan. Xie Wen: What bad luck.
Yun Yan came to apologize to Chu Xianyue for what happened today. He had been upset about it all day.
Yun Yan squinted at Xie Wen with his narrow eyes, as if trying to bore a hole through him. Yun Yan said coldly, "What are you doing here again?"
Xie Wen snorted. Did she not want to come? She said, "What would I do here? Why don't you ask Master? Master summoned me."
Yun Yan let out another cold sneer, as if Xie Wen had said something ridiculous. His gaze shifted to the wooden box Xie Wen was holding, staring at it with a cold look, as if he could see through the box to its contents. This made Xie Wen feel a chill in his heart, thinking that Yun Yan had really discovered something.
No, this thing can't be so conspicuous and attract attention. Xie Wen quietly slung the wooden box behind his back.
Unexpectedly, the next moment, Chu Xianyue returned from outside and strolled up behind Xie Wen. His call of "Xie Wen" startled Xie Wen so much that he nearly dropped the wooden box. What a close call!
Xie Wen felt guilty and hid the wooden box behind her back, but the more she hid it, the more guilty she seemed to feel. She really regretted bringing this thing with her.
Xie Wen forced himself to remain calm, "Master, I was just about to move here."
Chu Xianyue nodded slightly, glanced at the wooden box in her hand, and said nothing more. “Now that you’ve moved in, go to your room and unpack and get used to the environment.”
Xie Wen nodded, "Okay, Master." Xie Wen had finally figured out the pattern: in front of Chu Xianyue, he only needed to nod to give any order. Whatever he said was law. He didn't like others contradicting or questioning him.
Tsk, how domineering. Perhaps he's used to "acting like a tyrant" within the sect. After all, no one has ever dared to contradict or question him.
Yun Yan, who was present, was a little confused about what Chu Xianyue and Xie Wen were talking about. What did they mean by moving things around? Why wasn't he informed?
Yun Yan asked, "Master, what are you talking about?"
Chu Xianyue had forgotten about Yun Yan, and now he was a little annoyed. But Yun Yan would find out about this sooner or later. It was better to be open and aboveboard and just say, "I've had Xie Wen move to Feiying Pavilion."
Yun Yan was visibly stunned in an instant, took a step back, and said, "Master, when shall I move in?"
Chu Xianyue: "You don't need to."
Yun Yan nodded absentmindedly, gritting her teeth, "That's right. Senior Sister's cultivation is lagging behind mine. Moving to Fei Ying Pavilion will allow her to catch up with my cultivation more quickly and improve properly under Master's guidance."
Xie Wen chuckled and corrected Yun Yan, "It should be to catch up with the progress faster and improve your cultivation. Why can't you even speak clearly, Junior Brother?"
Yun Yan glared at Xie Wen resentfully, but Xie Wen returned her with an innocent smile. Yun Yan gritted her teeth, turned around, and left.
"Sigh, junior brother, why don't you stay for a meal before you leave?" Xie Wen said, enjoying the spectacle.
As they spoke, a chilling voice came from beside Xie Wen. Chu Xianyue leaned close to Xie Wen's ear and asked in a sinister tone, "Xie Wen, what's in this box of yours?"
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