Chapter 28 028 In the eyes of the great cultivators of the Upper Realm, they were nothing more than pets in a pond...
The advancement of the Bixia Sect is a major event, and Tianyuan Prefecture has made an exception and granted Shen Xiaochan an extra leave.
After a full day of cultivation, Shen Zhiwei sent Shen Xiaochan back to Yuanyuan Heaven.
Shen Zhiwei was still a little reluctant to leave.
The little girl, around ten years old, had skin so smooth and delicate, she was incredibly cute, and her sweet, rosy cheeks were fair and radiant.
Shen Zhiwei looked her over and was very satisfied. No wonder she gave birth to her!
Shen Zhiwei looked at it from left to right, but couldn't find a single fault with it.
Shen Xiaochun, that clever little devil, was quite shrewd. After being delivered to Tianyuan Mansion, she stretched out her arms and hugged Shen Zhiwei, saying, "Old Shen, you are my favorite."
Shen Zhiwei was about to tap her head with her finger, how could she not know that this was Shen Xiaochun's catchphrase? Shen Xiaochun even used this on her own mother, it was going too far.
However, Shen Zhiwei did not strike Shen Xiaochan's head. Instead, she reached out and gently patted Shen Xiaochan's head.
Shen Zhiwei's heart softened with a sweet feeling.
Holding yourself in the arms of such a fragrant and soft little cake, who wouldn't feel warm inside?
Shen Zhiwei disliked entering Tianyuan Mansion, as it was cursed by the Great Evolution Immortal Venerable, preventing anyone other than aspiring scholars from using their cultivation.
Shen Zhiwei disliked this feeling of being out of control, as it made her feel extremely uncomfortable.
Therefore, Shen Zhiwei only escorted Shen Xiaochan to the front gate.
As they were about to part, Shen Zhiwei squatted down to be at eye level with Shen Xiaochun and tidied her hair.
She thought for a moment and said, "In Tianyuan Prefecture, blatant bullying is probably not very common. However, there will always be people who are unfriendly to you. If you encounter such a thing—"
At this point, Shen Zhiwei hesitated slightly.
She hesitated, but Shen Xiaochun blurted out, "Then it'll definitely be doubled!"
Shen Zhi gave a slight reproach: "What are you saying?"
Shen Xiaochun immediately changed her tune: "Then it will definitely be tenfold repaid!"
The Shen family's scholarly traditions are fully displayed here.
Shen Zhiwei nearly bit her tongue. She put on a stern face and said, "What I mean is, don't argue with them openly, so you don't suffer any losses. The most important thing is to stay safe and sound. If you have any grievances, come back and tell me, and I will try to find a way to help you."
Shen Xiaochun stared at her in disbelief!
Old Shen, you've changed!
Kids these days know so much, and Shen Xiaochun certainly belongs to that category.
Shen Zhiwei started to put on an act.
Her first thought was that she was glad she hadn't told Shen Zhiwei about what had happened before.
Given Shen Zhiwei's hypocritical attitude, Shen Xiaochun had no intention of being honest with her.
Shen Xiaochun turned her head to the side, looking aggrieved: "Well, whatever Lao Shen says goes."
Shen Zhiwei gently touched Shen Xiaochun's palm and coaxed her, "Be good~"
She reached out and nudged Chen Xiaochan, urging her to go to school.
A pair of eyes quietly observed this scene; it was Xie Qingyu.
He deliberately concealed his presence and quietly observed the scene of the mother and daughter interacting.
Shen Zhiwei was beyond his expectations.
She is a cultivator at the half-immortal level.
She successfully elevated the Bixia School to a higher level.
No, it was already surprising that Madam Shen brought her daughter to Yuanyuan Tiandu in the first place.
This was indeed quite unexpected for Xie Qingyu.
He wasn't targeting the Bixia Sect; he was just watching others stir things up for them.
Xie Qingyu was an observer, but he had already made a judgment.
In Xie Qingyu's judgment, the Bixia Sect should have been completely wiped out.
As for Shen Zhiwei, this Sect Leader Shen is a strong person. Even if the Bixia Sect is gone, she probably won't shed a single tear.
Shen Zhiwei will definitely find another way out, and she might stubbornly and patiently walk up to me and find a job.
That would be quite interesting.
Keeping Shen Zhiwei by his side and watching her gentle anger and irritability, even if she has a bad temper, is quite interesting. Xie Qingyu can even be tolerant of her.
Just as Bai Wanyun had guessed, Xie Qingyu was never short of people; she could have any kind of elite cultivator she wanted. Countless people were scrambling to get close to Xie Qingyu, and those who managed to do so were the very best of the best.
Even if Shen Zhiwei is truly very capable, his abilities are nothing special.
But her appearance and personality are quite interesting.
Everyone says that Young Master Mu is good at calculation, but Xie Qingyu is also good at calculation. In fact, which of the great cultivators of Yuan Yuan Tian is not good at calculation?
However, despite Xie Qingyu's good plan, the script did not seem to be going as he had planned.
Although unexpected, it was ultimately a minor matter. Given Xie Qingyu's shrewdness, even if he hadn't anticipated it, he shouldn't have cared.
But for some reason, Xie Qingyu was not very agreeable.
Perhaps he was a little wary.
He naturally wouldn't show it on his face.
Xie Qingyu was gentle and polite in front of others: "I haven't even congratulated Sect Leader Shen yet, and now the Bixia Sect has already risen to the second level."
He was observing Shen Zhiwei without making a sound.
Shen Zhiwei smiled gently: "In front of Sect Leader Xie, it's just a small sect."
Xie Qingyu thought to herself that it was indeed just a small sect.
Shen Zhiwei's words carried a subtle barb, but Xie Qingyu felt somewhat relieved.
Shen Zhiwei is just like that.
Thinking of what had just happened, Xie Qingyu's eyes softened slightly: "I know that Sect Leader Shen has had a hard time, but there is no need to be so restrained. Xiao Chan does not need to swallow her anger or be restricted in Tianyuan Prefecture. I did give her a magic sword, but at least Tianyuan Prefecture will act fairly. If anyone causes trouble, I will definitely uphold justice."
Xie Qingyu's words contained a hint.
Shen Zhiwei: "I'm afraid she'll cause trouble."
Xie Qingyu was taken aback.
Shen Zhiwei smiled gently: "She has a mischievous personality."
Xie Qingyu also laughed: "You wouldn't guess that, Xiao Chan looks very cute."
After discussing the children, Xie Qingyu extended an olive branch: "Sect Leader Shen is truly unexpected. Not only are you a half-immortal, but you have also elevated the Bixia Sect to the second level. I underestimated you. Now I would like to invite you to work at the Jiuyi Immortal Sect. I wonder if you would be willing to accept?"
This time, their attitude is different from the last time.
Xie Qingyu's previous recruitment was clearly not based on her talent.
Even Bai Wanyun could see that Shen was beautiful and Xie Qingyu had designs on her.
However, Xie Qingyu didn't mind admitting that he underestimated Shen Zhiwei, and after apologizing, he invited her again.
The compensation and benefits for this recruitment are completely different from the last one.
Since she was already in a high position, Xie Qingyu decided to show some courtesy and give way a little.
He was certain that Shen Zhiwei would agree this time.
This is not just about the current prestige and power of the Nine Peaks Immortal Sect; he had just tested it out himself. When Xie Qingyu mentioned that she would protect Shen Xiaochan, Shen Zhiwei showed no sign of objection.
During these casual conversations, Shen Zhiwei clearly did not have much resistance.
However, Shen Zhiwei declined, saying, "The Bixia Sect has just advanced to a higher realm, and there are many complicated matters to attend to. I am unable to spare the time and would also be disappointed by Sect Leader Xie's kind intentions."
Xie Qingyu was somewhat taken aback.
He had initially felt only a vague sense of displeasure, but now that displeasure had become clear.
Xie Qingyu's eyes gleamed as she said, "It doesn't matter."
He was always impeccably polite and never let himself lose his composure.
Shen Zhiwei's temper certainly doesn't seem to be very good.
Although Shen Zhiwei was always amiable, Xie Qingyu always felt that she was sharp-tongued beneath her gentle exterior.
He was about to say a few more words to Shen Zhiwei when someone approached him.
They are siblings Jiang Bin and Jiang Cui.
Jiang Cui clearly did not recognize Shen Zhiwei, but Shen Zhiwei was familiar with her.
Nan Yulou couldn't bear hardship, so she abandoned Shi Miaoxue and tried to climb higher, and that was Jiang Cui.
Jiang Cui has a good older brother.
Jiang Bin is an elder of the Tianchi Sect, but only as a guest elder. He has other businesses in the Second Heaven, and the Liuli Pavilion is doing quite well. Because Jiang Bin is a guest elder of the Tianchi Sect, the Liuli Pavilion and the Tianchi Sect have a deep cooperative relationship.
Besides, there was another female cultivator in plain clothes, Fairy Mei Yue from the Yao Guang Sect.
Shen Zhiwei was fond of knowing himself and his enemy. Since he had long planned to advance to the next realm, he had naturally collected information about the second level of heaven long ago.
The second layer of heaven is different from the first layer of heaven. The first layer of heaven has more than two hundred small sects scattered around, while the second layer of heaven only has about twenty sects.
The higher up the hierarchy, the more severe the mergers and acquisitions between sects become, and the fewer sects there are.
The third heaven contains eight major sects.
When they arrived at Yuan Yuan Tian, only three forces remained.
The competition for disciples is fierce in all regions.
According to Shen Zhiwei's intelligence, in the second layer of heaven, the Liuli Pavilion and Yaoguang Sect have recently had some conflicts and are not getting along well.
But now, Fairy Mei Yue has come to Yuan Yuan Heaven with the Jiang siblings, and there seems to be no discord between them on the surface.
Of course, everyone was more reserved in front of Xie Qingyu.
For example, Nan Yulou climbed up to Jiang Cui's high branch, but now that the Jiang siblings are standing here, it's impossible to see where their high position is.
The brother and sister both had humble expressions and looked quite approachable.
Xie Qingyu had originally wanted to chat with Shen Zhiwei for a while, but being interrupted like this made her somewhat unhappy.
However, Xie Qingyu was already used to keeping her emotions hidden, and she wouldn't show her displeasure on her face.
Xie Qingyu asked gently, "Elder Jiang, is there something you need?"
With a smile on his face, Jiang Bin said gently, "It is only because Fairy Mei Yue has always admired the Jiuyi Immortal Sect and wishes to enter the Jiuyi Immortal Sect for cultivation, that I thank the Sect Master for a few words of guidance."
The key is to thank Master Xie for a few words of guidance.
Even if you join the Nine Peaks Immortal Sect, Xie Qingyu may not necessarily guide everyone.
The main reason is that this Fairy Mei Yue is an outstanding beauty.
Mei Yue was born into the Yao Guang Sect. She was not only highly talented but also very beautiful.
Even Shen Zhiwei had long heard of her, but seeing her in person was better than hearing about her; this Fairy Mei Yue was indeed very beautiful.
The Fairy Plum had fair skin and beautiful eyes, radiant youth, and an inner brilliance. She seemed to have excellent potential, but she didn't appear very bright and had a kind of clumsy ignorance.
These things can't be acted out.
Mei Yue didn't dare to look at Xie Qingyu, and she was also a little nervous.
Jiang Bin, the pimp, had indeed put in some effort to figure out the big shot's psychology. He figured that people in high positions would prefer a blank canvas to be drawn on, and probably even more so a female cultivator with starry eyes and full of admiration by their side.
Mei Yue has a solid foundation, making her ideal candidate for guidance from those in positions of power.
However, Xie Qingyu was clearly not interested, so she politely declined: "It is an honor for the Jiuyi Immortal Sect to be so valued. In a few months, the sect will open its doors to accept disciples. If Fairy Mei is interested, you may come and give it a try then."
Xie Qingyu did not accept his suggestion at all, but instead provided an official channel.
Intelligent people will understand.
Mei Yue responded with a "yes," her face flushed as she took a step back. She couldn't help but glare at Jiang Bin, a hint of resentment in her eyes.
Shen Zhiwei observed this and, considering that Mei Yue came from Yaoguang Sect and that Yaoguang Sect and Liuli Pavilion had always been at odds, she roughly guessed what was going on.
To say that Yao Guang Sect and Liuli Pavilion are at odds is to give Yao Guang Sect too much credit.
In fact, Yaoguangmen was severely suppressed and beaten by Liulige.
Being at a disadvantage, Mei Yue naturally had no choice but to bow her head under someone else's roof.
It's possible that Fairy Mei came willingly for Xie Qingyu to choose her; Jiang Bin was simply using her as a favor.
Mei Yue was indeed rather naive, and therefore not good at hiding her feelings; her eyes were red, and her face showed signs of humiliation.
Everyone pretended not to see it, and Shen Zhiwei didn't mention it either. Instead, she smiled charmingly and asked with a curious look, "This Elder Jiang is also surnamed Jiang. Is he a member of the Jiang clan from Yuan Yuan Tian?"
Jiang Bin, who had been smiling, suddenly froze, looking very uncomfortable.
Shen Zhiwei, still curious, asked Xie Qingyu for an explanation: "No, Elder Jiang volunteered to be a servant and changed his surname to Jiang. The Jiang family, considering his sincerity, agreed to it back then. Now that the Jiang family is gone, he still remembers the past and has not changed his surname."
Xie Qingyu smiled and praised, "Truly a man of great loyalty and righteousness."
Despite being praised for his loyalty and righteousness, Jiang Bin blushed crimson. Although he was usually quite shrewd, he was still extremely embarrassed when his sore spot was truly hit.
Xie Qingyu has emotional intelligence, but he won't use it on the Jiang siblings.
In addition, he felt that Shen Zhiwei was deliberately targeting him, so it wouldn't hurt to help Shen Zhiwei and make her happy.
Shen Zhiwei smiled brightly, as if to say, "So that's how it is."
"So Elder Jiang is the same Jiang Yishi! I've heard your story before. I heard that back then, that great demon Tanlang harmed the Jiang family, and Jiang Yishi endured humiliation and pretended to be loyal, even though he was accused of betraying his master, he still went to serve this great demon. In fact, no one knew Jiang Yishi's good intentions. At the crucial moment, he exposed the lies of this demonic cultivator Tanlang."
Xie Qingyu found it even funnier.
Everyone knows that Jiang Bin is a fickle and treacherous person. He initially volunteered to serve in the Jiang family, but later, when the Jiang family had a conflict with Tanlang, he suddenly switched sides and served Tanlang.
Once Tanlang became a notorious villain hated by everyone, Jiang Bin jumped out again and exposed many of Tanlang's crimes.
Through these repeated ups and downs, Jiang Bin also made a fortune and established a foothold in the business world.
When others bring up the past, Jiang Bin naturally feels embarrassed.
Shen Zhi's smile was extremely infuriating.
Xie Qingyu thought to herself that she was quite eloquent now.
Shen Zhiwei doesn't seem to have a good temper, yet everyone assumes Xie Qingyu prefers gentle female cultivators. But Xie Qingyu finds Shen Zhiwei's personality rather amusing.
Although Sect Leader Shen may seem vulgar, he is a man of strong character and would definitely dislike Jiang Bin.
Fairy Mei Yue was not very willing, and Xie Qingyu could see that too, but he was not too keen to care.
Faced with such sarcasm, Jiang Bin couldn't retaliate, and simply said, "It's just something from the past, why bring it up again?"
Shen Zhiwei suddenly said, "I heard that Elder Jiang's magic weapon is a beautiful umbrella, is that right? I really want to see it."
For some reason, a hint of coldness gathered deep in Jiang Bin's eyes, as if he was about to lose his temper. He said indifferently, "It's just a murder weapon. Taking it out will draw blood. Let's just make money peacefully. There's really nothing to see here."
Shen Zhiwei gave a soft "oh," seemingly unwilling to let Jiang Bin go.
Jiang Bin was somewhat disruptive, and Xie Qingyu intended to send him away and then invite Shen Zhiwei to talk a few more words. Just then, someone came looking for Shen Zhiwei.
It is Mingxueyou.
Ming Xueyou is one of the six Netherworld Envoys by Mu Wuxian's side. This time, she came to find Shen Zhiwei.
Ming Xueyou smiled slightly: "I'm troubling you, Sect Leader Shen, now I need to take another drop of your blood."
Shen Zhiwei wasn't embarrassed, but she was a little curious: "Isn't it said that those who enter the Yuan Yuan Heaven have their blood drawn again every fifteen days? I haven't even been here for fifteen days yet. Fairy Xueyou, am I in a bit of a predicament?"
Ming Xueyou comforted him, "It's nothing, it's just that the young master is cautious by nature, he's often like that."
He often behaves abnormally like this.
Ming Xueyou didn't finish her sentence, wanting to save face for her master.
Shen Zhiwei swiftly collected another drop of blood and presented it to Ming Xueyou.
Xie Qingyu figured that Shen Zhiwei couldn't possibly do anything underhanded in front of Ming Xueyou, especially since Xie Qingyu was watching. Shen Zhiwei had been so quick to offer the gift, so there couldn't possibly be any problems.
In this light, it seems that Young Master Mu is simply paranoid and suspicious of everything.
However, upon seeing Ming Xueyou, Shen Zhiwei seemed to have no intention of continuing her conversation with Xie Qingyu. After a hasty bow and farewell, she quietly followed Ming Xueyou.
Shen Zhiwei seemed very enthusiastic: "Does Young Master Mu wish to see me? If you want to see me in person, I have plenty of time."
Xie Qingyu was speechless. Wasn't this a newly advanced realm where everything was in need of rebuilding?
If it was a case of feigned indifference, using others to unsettle her, Xie Qingyu was indeed not very comfortable.
But Xie Qingyu wasn't sure if she was just imagining things.
He had no time to pay attention to the Jiang siblings, who seemed to have nothing of importance to do, and bid them farewell in a gentle voice.
As soon as the person left, Jiang Cui felt a little uneasy.
The character "Jiang" cannot be written in one stroke, and Jiang Cui also knows her brother very well.
Jiang Bin was a vindictive and petty person, but Shen Zhiwei said some unpleasant things to him.
With a loud slap, Mei Yue, who was standing to the side, was slapped, and a bright red handprint appeared on her fair cheek.
Jiang Bin took out a silk handkerchief and wiped his palms, saying coldly, "As expected, it's completely useless. Fairy Mei, you say you're the most beautiful woman in this realm, but you can't even get Sect Leader Xie to look at you in the slightest. Well, Shen Zhiwei is eloquent and charming, and she is more alluring than you."
Mei Yue's face showed a look of submission and indignation!
Yaoguang Sect is controlled by the Mei family, and most of its disciples are surnamed Mei.
Back then, Mei Yue was also the most outstanding sword cultivator among the younger generation of Yao Guang Sect.
Because of her outstanding qualities, even her branch of the family rose to prominence within the clan, gaining pride and prestige. Her parents were even more delighted to have such a daughter.
She was talented and beautiful, and had countless admirers in the Yaoguang Sect.
But beauty is just an added bonus to strength. Mei Yue never imagined that one day she would be forced by Jiang Bin to use her beauty to please Xie Qingyu.
Mei Yue has already reached the Jade Liquid Realm. A year ago, she almost broke through her realm and stepped into the realm of a half-immortal.
But at that time, Yao Guang Sect and Liuli Pavilion started to fight each other. With Tianchi Sect backing them up, Yao Guang Sect was completely defeated.
Mei Yue's Dao heart was also shattered, her eyes were like dead pearls, and she was getting further and further away from the realm of a half-immortal.
For the sake of the Mei family, she even agreed to Jiang Bin's demand to submit and to please Xie Qingyu on Jiang Bin's behalf.
Now that Sect Leader Xie had refused, Jiang Bin was furious and slapped her.
Mei Yue felt a surge of anger and arrogance rising within her, wishing she could conjure a magic sword and fight it immediately!
But she was no match for the Jiang siblings.
It was her fault for making the first move.
Besides anger, she was also afraid.
Jiang Bin was very docile in front of Xie Qingyu, like a harmless pet in a pond, appearing gentle and lovely.
But he was in the second level of heaven, in the eyes of Yao Guang Sect, and in Mei Yue's eyes—
It was a colossal creature, terrifying beyond measure.
When Jiang Bin's cold gaze swept over her, Mei Yue felt a chill in her heart, and her body couldn't help but tremble slightly.
Jiang Bin coldly said, "Go back to the lower realm."
Suddenly, tears welled up in Mei Yue's eyes, and she broke down completely, hastily leaving.
She's already a useless person.
Jiang Cui found it amusing too. Looking at Mei Yue's retreating figure, she sneered, "This Fairy Mei is quite interesting; she really doesn't know what's good for her."
She turned her head and looked at Jiang Bin's face. Seeing that Jiang Bin's face was ashen and cold, she knew that Jiang Bin still hadn't extinguished the evil fire in his heart.
Jiang Cui cautiously asked, "Brother, are you still angry about what Shen Zhiwei said?"
Jiang Cui didn't even dare to repeat what Shen Zhiwei had said.
Jiang Bin suddenly smiled slightly and exhaled.
He said, "Ah Cui, let me tell you an old story."
"Once upon a time, there was a man who unwittingly entered into a romantic relationship. In the mortal realm, they made vows of eternal love, believing they could be together forever. But as time went on, he came to his senses."
"But just then, the noble fairy he had been pursuing came after him. It turned out that the fairy was interested in him. So he abandoned the female cultivator from the lower realm and acted as if nothing had happened."
"No, he not only acted as if nothing had happened, he also thought it would be best if that female cultivator from the lower realm died. That way, no one would know that he had once been weak and ridiculous."
"Who would have thought that the female cultivator from the lower realm would recover her health, advance in her cultivation level, and send her daughter to Yuan Yuan Heaven? Ah Cui, what do you think that female cultivator from the lower realm did for this?"
Jiang Cui's mind went blank as she looked at her brother.
Jiang Bin is actually quite handsome, and if he wanted to, he could be gentle, polite, and likable.
If the elder brother had gotten to know Shen Zhiwei back then, and had gone to great lengths to win over this sect leader, it wouldn't be surprising.
Is Jiang Bin Shen Zhiwei's lover from back then?
Jiang Cui found it absurd, but upon reflection, it seemed to make sense. Jiang Bin had also had a Daoist partner, Qi Luan, who was the daughter of an elder of the Tianchi Sect, and it was considered a marriage of convenience for her.
However, Qi Luan, his sister-in-law, died young. Jiang Bin married her only for profit, while Qi Luan was truly devoted to her. Upon discovering the truth, she naturally died in sorrow.
Jiang Bin: "Others may not know, but I do. Shen Zhiwei is only after revenge."
"To avenge the humiliation of being abandoned."
Jiang Cui is good at observing details. Just now, Jiang Bin was narrating from a third-person perspective, but now she has used the word "I".
Some of the conversation became so emotional that it inevitably took on a similar tone.
Thinking about it more carefully, Shen Zhiwei's attitude today was also very strange. He seemed to have a great dislike for Jiang Bin and was deliberately mocking him like this.
Shen was cunning and manipulative, and Nan Yulou gained no advantage whatsoever. Therefore, it was impossible for Shen Zhiwei not to know about Jiang Bin's past affairs.
Shen Zhiwei said these things on purpose. She was still bothered by the humiliation of being abandoned, and she did this deliberately today to embarrass Jiang Bin.
But what are your plans, brother? Is it to get rid of Shen Zhiwei to prevent future troubles? That's not so surprising.
Jiang Cui was convinced that her guess was almost correct.
However, the next moment, Jiang Cui heard Jiang Bin say seriously, as if he were deep in thought, "Do you think Sect Leader Xie seems to treat Shen Zhiwei differently? If he can force the Shen family to offer themselves up willingly, Sect Leader Xie will surely be satisfied."
Based on Jiang Cui's conjecture about the ethical implications, Jiang Bin's words were incredibly revealing. Even though she knew her brother was shameless, Jiang Cui's lips twitched slightly involuntarily. Could this be?
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Author's Note: As expected, people's hearts are fickle. The comments in the first two chapters were quite enthusiastic [shy]. Now, we're starting the second level of the Heavenly Sinking Sect Master's new monster-hunting dungeon—time to get serious!
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