Chapter 51 Drunkenness
With his chin gripped, Su Yunyu was still bewildered when Xiao Shuying rushed forward, slapped Zhu Fu's hand away, and stood in front of him, her voice somewhat cold:
"Sect Master, you have overstepped your bounds. My master does not like this."
The disciples who were passing by widened their eyes upon seeing this, feeling a sense of lingering fear. They knew that their sect leader, Zhu Fu, was all smiles on the surface, but in reality, she was already plotting how to kill the person.
Seeing her hand being slapped away, Zhu Fu glanced at her reddened hand and then at Xiao Shuying. He looked at her with deep eyes and a stern expression, his thin lips pressed tightly together. Although he didn't seem particularly confrontational, he inexplicably gave off a strong sense of pressure.
She chuckled, then waved her hand dismissively, saying:
"Okay, I was just kidding, but your apprentice went way too far, it hurt terribly."
Xiao Shuying stared at her reddened hand, his heart turning cold. He felt particularly satisfied, as the last person who dared to treat Su Yunyu so lightly was Yin Jiang, whom he had already killed once.
Wait, why is he so angry that someone made a lewd gesture towards Su Yunyu?
Xiao Shuying frowned, took a step back, and calmly said:
"Master, the sect leader must also have deep feelings for you."
One second Su Yunyu was touched by Long Aotian's protection, the next second she heard him change his tune and speak up for Zhu Fu. Her emotions were immediately mixed, and she could only say:
"Further words are useless. I need the missing part of the Spirit Evil Technique, and I know you have it here."
Although the Beast Taming Sect mainly focuses on spirit beasts, it has a rich collection of books, including some rare and obscure cultivation techniques. Although Zhu Fu did not know the specifics of the evil spirit cultivation techniques, she did remember that they were recorded in the library.
However, how could she so easily agree to Su Yunyu's request?
So Zhu Fu smiled and pretended to be embarrassed:
"This cultivation technique is very rare, so how can I just give it to you? How about this, don't rush, let me think of the conditions before we exchange it."
It was obvious that Zhu Fu was deliberately making things difficult for her; if she couldn't come up with a condition, she would never be able to obtain the cultivation technique.
Su Yunyu frowned slightly, and Zhu Fu, seeing this, seemed to feel sorry for her and gave her another chance:
"Let me treat you to a meal first, then you can rest here for a few days. Don't worry, I won't make things difficult for you."
Despite her doubts, she had no choice but to agree. Thus, Zhu Fu led Su Yunyu and Xiao Shuying into the reception hall of the Beast Taming Sect.
Several disciples were already preparing a long banquet in the hall, setting out the wine and dishes. Although it was unclear what made the distinguished guest so special, judging from the sect leader's attitude, he must be someone extraordinary.
Zhu Fu walked over and sat down in the main seat, waving away the disciples:
"You may all leave. Bring over some more good wine."
Then he waved to Su Yunyu and Xiao Shuying in greeting:
"Please sit a little closer, both of you."
Su Yunyu had a bad feeling and could only take it one step at a time. She had no choice but to sit down to the left of the head of the household. As soon as she sat down, Zhu Fu raised her wine cup and said:
"Since you have something to ask of me, I'll first offer you ten cups to see your sincerity."
"..."
No wonder he just sent his disciple to bring more wine; it turns out he was waiting for him here.
Su Yunyu glanced at the golden goblet in front of him. It was rather small, and ten cups seemed like a manageable task. Even if he didn't drink at all, he could probably manage it.
As he pondered his drinking capacity, Xiao Shuying glanced at the golden goblet, then turned to see Su Yunyu looking troubled, her gaze deep. A thought struck him, and he raised the goblet towards Zhu Fu.
“My master is not a good drinker, so I will drink it for him.”
Su Yunyu doesn't seem to be good at drinking alcohol.
If you get drunk, it will be troublesome.
Just as Xiao Shuying was about to drink it all in one gulp, Su Yunyu snatched the golden goblet from his hand and said in a way that left no room for argument:
"You don't need to drink it for me."
Ten cups, that's not much at all, surely that won't get him drunk?
Moreover, although he doesn't drink alcohol at all, he is still a little curious about the wines of the cultivation world, so having a few drinks is nothing.
Zhu Fu watched with amusement, saying nothing, but simply raised her golden goblet and drank it all in one gulp.
"please."
Su Yunyu was not to be outdone. Just as Xiao Shuying was about to remind him not to rush things, he had already downed it in one gulp.
As expected, the extremely spicy and bittersweet liquor was so impactful that even though Su Yunyu drank it quickly, she couldn't help but choke on it due to the intense spiciness.
"Cough cough cough, cough cough cough..."
Su Yunyu immediately started coughing uncontrollably. Not to mention the burning sensation of the wine that traveled from his throat to his internal organs, the lingering irritation from the taste alone made him suffer terribly.
Especially the sudden spike in body temperature caused by the alcohol made Su Yunyu somewhat dizzy. He coughed and gasped for breath, not even noticing that the remaining wine in the golden goblet had spilled onto his collar, wetting a small patch.
The hall was silent. Zhu Fu put down the golden goblet and looked at Su Yunyu, who was coughing up tears, with a sense of relief.
This person is truly blessed with exceptional beauty, surpassing even that of women. When devoid of emotion, she is as serene and aloof as snow, but now, amidst her intense emotions, she is breathtakingly beautiful.
She looked down on Qingming even while sitting in the hall, but Xiao Shuying could clearly see Su Yunyu's watery eyes, as if they were covered with a layer of mist, with red at the corners of her eyes and even her cheeks were flushed pink.
Seeing his completely drunken state, Xiao Shuying pinched his palm, and the sharp pain of his fingertips digging into his palm finally calmed his turbulent mind.
As for Su Yunyu, she was unaware that she had been stared at for a long time. By the time she finally suppressed her cough, she was filled with regret.
He should have known better than to push himself and let Long Aotian drink ten cups. Now, he was already powerless to resist after just one cup.
Thinking this with such regret, his delicate brows furrowed unconsciously. Zhu Fu was quite moved by this, and although she knew he was heartless, she found him still touching, and thus she took pity on him.
"How about this, you drink two more glasses, and then I'll admire your sincerity."
Hearing this, Su Yunyu perked up again. Two cups, but...
He turned to look at Xiao Shuying, intending to hint that she should drink a cup for him, but he was caught off guard by her unusually dark eyes.
Startled by the boundless emotions within, Su Yunyu quickly averted her gaze. Xiao Shuying, on the other hand, composed herself and asked him as if nothing had happened:
"Master, what's wrong?"
Su Yunyu turned to look at him again and saw that his eyes were clear and not as deep as before. She thought she must have been mistaken, so she confidently transmitted her voice to him:
"Help me drink a glass later."
He had assumed Long Aotian would definitely agree, but Xiao Shuying merely blinked twice and replied telepathically:
"Master, this wine is too strong, I dare not drink it."
"..."
Haha, where did that righteous spirit of yours, where was the courage to drink ten cups for him just now?
With no other option, Su Yunyu filled her golden goblet again and mentally prepared herself.
Xiao Shuying watched his hesitation with great interest. He was originally worried that Su Yunyu would cause trouble after getting drunk, but seeing his drunken state, he only wanted him to get even more drunk.
This wine is no ordinary wine. While ordinary wine won't make a cultivator drunk, this wine from the cultivation world is truly potent.
There's a saying in the mortal realm: "Truth comes out when one is drunk." Since Su Yunyu can't hold his liquor, why not take this opportunity to hear his true words?
And so, Xiao Shuying watched Su Yunyu's anguish at not wanting to drink, seeing his furrowed brows and the ripples in his eyes, before finally reluctantly drinking it down in one gulp.
The next second came another expected bout of coughing. Xiao Shuying had no choice but to say something:
“Master, this wine is strong, so you might as well drink it slowly.”
"..."
Su Yunyu, who was already angry because Xiao Shuying refused to drink on her behalf, felt even more drunk and disgusted upon hearing this.
Why did you refuse him just now if you're worried about him now?
So, Su Yunyu, drunk, forgot to control herself and glared at Xiao Shuying with slight annoyance.
He thought Xiao Shuying could win back his anger, but Xiao Shuying was taken aback instead.
The reason is simple: Su Yunyu herself was unaware of just how shocking his drunken, watery glare was.
Like the cascading waters of the Xiang River and the drifting clouds of Gaotang, the moist, red hue at the corners of her eyes disturbs the mind; a single glance is like a shower of apricot blossoms, making one feel as if their clothes are about to be soaked.
Seeing that Xiao Shuying had no reaction, Su Yunyu snorted and got angry. In a fit of pique, she poured herself another cup and drank it all in one gulp.
This time, he didn't cough or choke again, but he became even more confused from being drunk. He didn't even realize he had already drunk three cups and was still thinking about getting more wine.
Seeing this, Xiao Shuying snatched the golden goblet from him and coldly said to Zhu Fu, who was still immersed in Su Yunyu's drunken state:
"Isn't my master's sincerity enough?"
Although he was looking up at her, Zhu Fu was still startled by the indescribable awe he exuded in that one glance, causing her to snap out of her daze.
How strange! These two, master and disciple, are both quite unusual.
Although Zhu Fu harbored resentment towards Su Yunyu, she was not one to go back on her word, and immediately smiled and said:
"Of course, it's full of sincerity."
Before she could continue, Xiao Shuying said urgently:
"Since my master is drunk and has acknowledged our sincerity, I will take him down to rest first."
Having said that, without even asking Zhu Fu's consent, he slightly bowed, picked up Su Yunyu, and strode out, where disciples led the way.
Zhu Fu sat on the throne, watching the figure disappear, a feeling she couldn't quite describe lingered in her heart.
Hope is an illusion.
Xiao Shuying carried the somewhat dazed Su Yunyu back to the room, placed him on the bed, and glanced down at his slightly damp collar. As she reached out to remove it for him, Su Yunyu grasped her hand.
For some reason, Xiao Shuying's heart tightened. The touch on her hand was hot due to her drunkenness, but the silky smoothness was unsettling.
His gaze swept intently over Su Yunyu. Seeing that Su Yunyu was only moving, but her eyes were tightly closed, making her look as if she were asleep, he reluctantly grabbed his hand and squeezed it tightly—
Su Yunyu immediately opened his eyes, cried out in pain, and tried to pull his hand back. Xiao Shuying didn't linger, letting him pull it back, and then tentatively asked:
Master
Su Yunyu was already quite drunk, and the aftereffects of those three cups of wine had completely robbed him of his sobriety. Upon hearing this, he simply blinked his long, butterfly-like eyelashes, his eyes moist, and did not respond, staring straight at Xiao Shuying.
"..."
His eyes were incredibly clear, like a lamb offering itself in sacrifice. Xiao Shuying took a deep breath, suppressing the surging destructive urge within her, and asked again:
"Master, do you know Xiao Shuying?"
Since one is already unconscious, what is said in this state is closest to basic consciousness.
Using a very familiar name to test the waters was the most appropriate approach, and sure enough, Su Yunyu's eyes glazed over for a moment, then she murmured softly:
"Know……"
As his lips parted, the fragrant aroma of wine wafted out, intoxicating and disorienting. Xiao Shuying trembled, raised her hand to cover his neck, her hands meeting the still-healing red marks. He asked again:
What do you want from him?
As they spoke, powerful spiritual energy rippled, seemingly intentionally or unintentionally numbing people's consciousness. Xiao Shuying deliberately let it surround Su Yunyu to prevent him from waking up midway or afterward and remembering this question.
Su Yunyu was completely unaware that someone was grabbing her neck, nor did she know that if she answered incorrectly, she would be meeting the King of Hell in the next second. She just smiled slightly, her mind thinking about the arrogant protagonist she had initially created...
After a long while, just as Xiao Shuying was about to lose patience, Su Yunyu gently parted her thin lips and said softly:
"I want him to be better..."
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Author's Note: The nanny has really exploded! [shy][shy]
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