Chapter 482 385: Future Sister-in-law, The Siblings' Parting

"We're here?"

Inside the carriage, Gu Qingchan slowly opened her eyes. They shone like stars, radiating light.

The moment Gu Qingchan opened her eyes, Chen Ping'an's heart tightened, and a sense of apprehension washed over him.

Gu Qingchan had done nothing, yet Chen Ping'an felt an indescribable sense of pressure.

This was the overwhelming pressure of the Mid-Jade Balance Stage!

Chen Ping'an had entered the Jade Balance Realm long ago, becoming a Grandmaster, and his perception was anything but ordinary. To his senses, Gu Qingchan's body contained a terrifyingly sharp power, a cutting edge that threatened to pierce one's very soul.

'How has Gu Qingchan's Martial Arts Cultivation progressed so far!?' Chen Ping'an was inwardly shocked.

Although Gu Qingchan had only just had her breakthrough, her true combat prowess was likely several notches stronger than one might expect! She was nothing like an ordinary Mid-Jade Balance Stage practitioner!

A hundred thoughts raced through Chen Ping'an's mind, but his expression remained unchanged. "Yes, Elder Gu, this is the place."

Gu Qingchan nodded slightly, giving Chen Ping'an a brief, indifferent glance without saying another word.

Looking at the baby-faced Gu Qingchan before him, whose appearance was in stark contrast to her power, Chen Ping'an felt a slight stir in his heart. He quickly stood up and lifted the carriage curtain.

Gu Qingchan's beautiful eyes shifted, and as her skirt swayed, a faint fragrance filled the air.

Chen Ping'an guarded his mind and didn't dare to look too long.

As a fellow Grandmaster, Chen Ping'an knew the abilities that came with the realm. Their perception of their surroundings was perfectly complete; even movements made behind their back were as clear as day.

...

Chen Erya had just returned from Weishui Academy and was about to review her new lessons when she heard a commotion outside.

She saw her brother walk in and was about to greet him when she caught sight of the palace-gowned woman standing beside him. Her eyes lit up with delight.

"Brother, you're back~" Though the little girl was greeting Chen Ping'an, almost all her attention was on Gu Qingchan.

"Elder Gu, this is my younger sister," Chen Ping'an introduced with a smile before calling out, "Erya, come here. Come and greet Elder Gu."

He had already spoken with the little girl about going to Canglong State City to study. He had also briefly mentioned that an elder from the Gu Family would be taking her there, telling her to wait patiently.

'Elder Gu!?'

Hearing this, the little girl was stunned.

Gu Qingchan's appearance was undeniably deceptive. Without knowing the truth, no one would ever associate her with the word "elder."

The little girl's eyes darted, and she gave a polite curtsy.

"Hello, Sister Gu. My name is Erya."

Hearing this, Gu Qingchan chuckled. "What a clever girl. Much sharper than that brother of yours."

As she spoke, her gaze drifted to Chen Ping'an.

Chen Ping'an's face stiffened. He was momentarily speechless.

'Sister Gu!?'

'How old is this Gu Qingchan? She's actually falling for that!?'

'Then again, the little one's ability to take advantage of a situation is clearly innate. She takes after me in that regard!'

'Not bad! Not bad at all! The student is teachable!'

"Sister Gu, your voice is so lovely," the little girl praised sincerely.

The little girl wasn't just flattering her. Gu Qingchan's voice was delicate and gentle, tender and crisp, with a lingering hint of youthfulness that gave it a unique sweetness.

Even by Chen Ping'an's standards, it could be called exceptional!

With such a good start, the conversation among them was quite harmonious. Although the little girl wasn't old, she was exceptionally talented, well-read, and had a photographic memory. Her scholarly knowledge was in no way inferior to that of a young master who had been immersed in the Literary Dao for over a decade.

At first, Gu Qingchan was just making small talk, but as the conversation deepened, she discovered the little girl's scholarship and conversation skills were both excellent. The word "clever" was hardly enough to describe her. The more she looked at Erya, the more delighted she became, her star-like eyes twinkling with joy.

She had originally thought that Chen Ping'an, with his impressive Martial Dao talent and aptitude, was a rare gem of his generation. But she never expected his younger sister to be a piece of flawless, naturally formed precious jade as well.

Though the Literary Dao was not the same as the Martial Dao, with such outstanding talent, there was no reason she couldn't achieve great things in the future!

During their conversation, the little girl offered to give Gu Qingchan a tour of the courtyard. Gu Qingchan, whether out of a lingering childlike spirit or for some other reason, actually agreed.

While showing Gu Qingchan around, the little girl seized an opportunity to lean close to Chen Ping'an's ear and whisper something.

"Brother, is Sister Gu going to be my future sister-in-law?~"

"Don't talk nonsense!" Chen Ping'an's face darkened as he scolded her in a low voice.

'This girl is getting bolder and bolder, saying whatever she wants! Does she really think Gu Qingchan can't hear her just because she's whispering?'

'What a joke!'

'With a Grandmaster's abilities, forget about someone being right in front of you—they can hear you even if you're outside the courtyard, as long as they want to listen.'

"Hee hee." The little girl giggled and ran off.

"Sister Gu, look here! This is my favorite place to read. Every time I..." The little girl ran to Gu Qingchan's side, introducing the spot with a charming smile.

Chen Ping'an glanced at Gu Qingchan and saw that her expression hadn't changed. He couldn't read her true thoughts.

If he revealed his True Realm, making such a joke now and then wouldn't be a big deal. But right now, in Gu Qingchan's eyes, he was just a junior at Profound Light Middle Realm Perfection. At most, his talent was somewhat astounding, but he had no right to stand on equal footing with Gu Qingchan and make these kinds of jokes.

He himself would be fine, but he was worried his little sister's careless words would stir up trouble. The girl still needed Gu Qingchan's care to go study in Canglong State City. If they angered her, she would surely suffer for it later! There was no telling how much trouble it would cause!