Chapter 2090 - 2093: Bai Jiao and Xu Nan—Bright Eyes, Beautiful Teeth, Yet Silent

The unparalleled beauty, Baihua Palace Master Weisheng Zhimei, with a graceful demeanor, lay on a soft couch draped in light gauze, a smile that could cause the downfall of nations blossoming on her charming face.

One of her female assistants, upon hearing this, had a thought and said, "Palace Master, if that's truly the case, why don't you seek out Shen Qiang? If the two of you collaborate on this matter, it'll definitely be a lucrative and risk-free deal."

The glamorous Baihua Palace Master giggled, "Shen Qiang, that sly guy, is cunning like the Monkey King. If I were foolish enough to actually inquire about this, I'd fall right into Bai Shiyi's trap. Clearly, he must have already asked Bai Jiao with no result and now feels uneasy, unwilling to personally inquire with Shen Qiang. So, he's handed me a loaded gun, hoping I'll fire."

The female assistant was startled, "Isn't it fine to just ask about it?"

The enchanting Baihua Palace Master Weisheng Zhimei smiled like a seductive fox, her red lips and pearly teeth unparalleled in beauty.

"To inquire means harboring intentions! Besides, our Baihua Palace is neither a seller of Elixir Pills nor engaged in Alchemy. We won't wade into these murky waters anyway..."

Her charming face inexplicably flushed red, the Baihua Palace Master smiled coyly and said, "That rascal Shen Qiang treats me quite well. No matter how he plans, our Baihua Palace won't fret over acquiring Elixir Pills. So, in this matter, we won't participate—let others do the foolish work, leaving ready benefits behind. As long as Shen Qiang is the Medicine King, our Baihua Palace's Pill supply is secured."

Upon hearing this, the female assistant's eyes brightened, and she softly said, "Palace Master, don't you want to visit the Heshenghe to see those two newly arrived sisters?"

Instantly, the Baihua Palace Master's face turned red.

"Bah, here in the Baihua Palace I reign supreme. I wouldn't go to the Heshenghe Mountain Villa just to be a decorative vase."

Even as the Baihua Palace Master's face blushed, seemingly missing Shen Qiang a little.

Thousands of kilometers away at a film set, the stunning actress Song Weiyin, dressed in ancient costume, sat quietly inside a mobile home.

"Grandma said that tomorrow, Heshenghe will be the focal point of the Cultivation World. Medicine King Valley, Thirty-two Skillful Hands, Heshenghe Pill Alliance, along with the Medicine King's gathering, it's an unprecedented grand event, so Grandma hopes you can appear there tomorrow."

Upon hearing this from her assistant, the beautiful actress Song Weiyin sighed helplessly and said, "I understand Grandma's intention; she hopes that I can become the center of attraction tomorrow, letting everyone in the Cultivation World know that I'm close with Shen Qiang."

"But I'm not an Alchemist, and tomorrow's main characters are clearly Qin Yurou and Pan Meiqing. If I go to steal the spotlight, I'll surely make a fool of myself and risk upsetting Shen Qiang and them, which would undoubtedly be counterproductive."

Her assistant hesitated slightly and said, "Grandma can't be unaware of the consequences of doing this, but given her urgency, I guess Gong Ziyi must be pushing hard, hence she resorted to this method."

Upon hearing these words, Song Weiyin smiled charmingly and then gazed tenderly, saying, "Shen Qiang, that rascal, he's good in every way, except he can't be a pure young man. I know he likes Qin Yurou and them very much, so tomorrow, I won't go to Heshenghe, because I'm worried that appearing in such a public setting will provoke Gong Ziyi, and in that case, who knows what he might do."

"What about Grandma then..."

"Find me an excuse, anything will do," said the stunning actress Song Weiyin.

The assistant sighed and said, "Alright then."

Once her assistant left, the beautiful actress Song Weiyin took out her phone, gazing with satisfaction at the photo of Shen Qiang's smile set as the screensaver. She pouted her pink lips and murmured to herself coquettishly, "Rascal, I really hope you can always be happy and smile like in the photo."

At this moment, inside the speeding luxury business sedan on the highway, Shen Qiang was calmly listening to the Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon Ke Bizhu report the situation.

"Tomorrow's banquet at the Mountain Villa has significant influence," the Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon Ke Bizhu said earnestly, "Thirty-two Skillful Hands, Heshenghe Pill Alliance, along with Medicine King Valley, the influence probably encompasses around eighty percent of the Cultivation World's Alchemists."

"So security at the banquet is of utmost importance; there must be no mistakes. This aspect will be handled by Chu Qing, with Xiu Ju assisting secretly. Meanwhile, the Qingyun Sword Pavilion disciples will manage the reception and service work."

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiang, seated in the car, chuckled and said, "Since entering the Cultivation World, I've never had a moment of peace. This highly publicized situation is an opportunity to strike at my reputation—an exceptional chance for Heshenghe's prestige. Therefore, none of my opponents would miss the chance if they get one. So, to prevent any incidents, you must be extra vigilant; do not take this lightly."

"Yes, rest assured, we understand."

Upon receiving the replies from the beautiful Kang Luoying and Beautiful Demon Fox Chu Qing, the Sleeping Fire Lotus Demon Ke Bizhu changed the subject and said, "Additionally, Cheng Xinyi and Wanxin Hesheng both sent messages this morning, saying they wish to send someone to congratulate Heshenghe—I wonder if that's convenient."

Shen Qiang burst into laughter.

"Cheng Xinyi, Wanxin Hesheng, they survive by selling Elixir Magical Treasures. An event covering eighty percent of the Cultivation World's Alchemists would naturally make them anxious. Their intentions aren't to merely send congratulations, but to gather intel."

"What information?" The brilliant young Kang Luoying was curious.

Shen Qiang smiled, raising an eyebrow, "With seventy to eighty percent of the Cultivation World's Alchemists gathered, what do you think they're worried about? Of course, it's fear of a potential alliance that would form a force so grand that they can only look up to it."

"Pill selling!" Though Kang Luoying lacked experience, she instantly realized, "Cheng Xinyi and Wanxin Hesheng are worried you'll team up with those Alchemists, kicking them out."

Shen Qiang smiled, nodding.

At this point, Ye Guyun interjected, "Aren't Bai Jiao and Xu Nan in the Mountain Villa too? Why not just ask you directly?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Qiang laughed, "Silly girl, Bai Jiao and Xu Nan are now part of the Shen Family, part of Heshenghe. Whatever they say, Cheng Xinyi and Wanxin Hesheng might not believe. Furthermore, Bai Jiao and Xu Nan aren't asking me about this because they know that if they stand by me yet plan for their respective families, it'll make me unhappy."

Everyone exchanged glances and smiled.

"With family, isn't there less to worry about?" Ye Guyun said.

Everyone smiled at Ye Guyun without saying anything.

Shen Qiang also looked at the adorable Ye Guyun with a helpless expression.

Because Shen Qiang knew that relationships need nurturing, and clearly, Bai Jiao and Xu Nan understood this too. Their reluctance to ask Shen Qiang doesn't mean they are indifferent to the matter—they simply care about Shen Qiang's feelings and wish not to burden him at this time.

Moreover, they were hoping Shen Qiang would voluntarily talk to them about these matters.