Chapter 681 - 662: The Flower Sisters

"Aunt Xueyi, you’re being too kind. I didn’t actually help with anything. He was the one who took care of me when we got to Wang City," Zhan Yingluo said.

"Is that so? Little Meng, you’ve really grown up, you’ve become so sensible!" As a Pill Cultivator, Wang Xueyi was usually as calm as still water, but witnessing Wang Meng’s growth firsthand, her emotions were truly in turmoil.

Overcome with emotion, she couldn’t help but pull Wang Meng into another hug.

...Master Wang was touched, but he was also genuinely embarrassed. Whether in terms of psychological maturity or actual age, this was a bit much for him to handle, but for now, all he could do was endure it.

Fortunately, Wang Xueyi got her emotions under control after letting them out. "Little Meng, what are your plans for the future?"

Wang Meng looked at the teary-eyed yet incredibly happy Wang Xueyi and smiled faintly. "I don’t have any particular plans. I’d like to learn a few things and see if I can solve the problem of my missing Five Elements."

"I saw you using the Water of the Five Elements just now. It seemed like you were Borrowing Spirit. Did you extract it from a True Essence Beast?"

An expert truly is an expert. Wang Xueyi had seen the key point at a glance.

"I can’t hide anything from you, Aunt. I am indeed Borrowing Spirit from True Essence Beasts, mainly to use their Five Elements Attributes. But it’s ultimately not very convenient," Wang Meng said.

"Heaven is preparing you for a great responsibility, which is why you must face these trials. Your aunt will find a way. If you’re interested in Alchemy Techniques, you can absolutely join the Pill Immortal Alliance!"

Wang Xueyi was the Eighth Elder of the Pill Immortal Alliance, a position of lofty status. As long as Wang Meng didn’t cause trouble, getting him into the Pill Immortal Alliance would be a simple matter for her.

Wang Meng shook his head slightly. "I’m not interested in joining any alliances right now, but I’d love the chance to learn some Alchemy Techniques."

"You little sly fox. You want the benefits without the responsibility, huh? Fine. It’s true that it’s not a decision to be made lightly. As long as it’s what you want, your aunt will support you completely."

Wang Meng suddenly understood. Wang Xueyi was the type to completely dote on "him." ’Sigh... I have to admit, this feeling is actually really nice. I, Master Wang, have experienced all sorts of things, but I’ve never actually been doted on before.’

"Aunt Xueyi, don’t let him fool you! This guy is hiding a lot of secrets. Spirit Control, Artifact Refining, Alchemy Techniques—he’s an expert in all of them! I even suspect he’s a Triple Master!"

In front of Wang Xueyi, Zhan Yingluo started to spill all his secrets.

No matter what others said or what rumors spread, it was all somewhat unreliable. After all, most people only believe what they see. But for Zhan Yingluo to say it, there was a great deal of credibility to it.

Although Wang Xueyi was shocked by Wang Meng’s transformation, for her precious nephew to suddenly become a Triple Master was just too outrageous. She knew that mastering any one of those disciplines required an immense amount of time and effort.

"Don’t listen to Yingluo’s nonsense. In the past... I actually did some research on my own. I just never had a chance to put it into practice."

"Did you have some kind of fortuitous encounter?"

Wang Meng nodded. He had already prepared for this question. "In the Taiyuan Bone Land, I nearly died. Fortunately, I was saved by a mysterious senior. He was the one who solved my problem of missing Five Elements and helped me with my Foundation Establishment. It’s just a shame that the senior came and went in a hurry, without even leaving his name."

"Such a divine figure... It’s a true pity I couldn’t meet him. Did he have any distinguishing features?"

"...He wore a golden wolf mask." Wang Meng could only sell himself out.

Wang Xueyi and Zhan Yingluo both pondered for a moment. Apparently, neither had ever heard of such a formidable person.

"In any case, I can finally rest easy. I’ll warn that little brat Wang Hantian. If he dares to cause you trouble, you tell me!" Wang Xueyi was fiercely protective. In truth, she could tell that if Wang Hantian had been on his guard, Wang Meng wouldn’t have succeeded so easily. After all, the gap in their True Essence was there. With his defenses up, Wang Meng’s attacks probably couldn’t have even broken through.

The fact that Wang Hantian was only temporarily immobilized by the cold energy and was perfectly fine after it dissipated made the disparity in their True Essence obvious.

But Wang Meng’s performance was already very impressive. To others, it looked like he was feigning weakness, only to seize victory with a single, critical strike, completely turning the tables. Wang Hantian, on the other hand, was indeed too impulsive.

"Aunt, it’s fine. If he wants to come looking for me, let him. These are things I can handle myself. You don’t need to worry."

Wang Meng said. He didn’t realize, however, that his words had moved Wang Xueyi again, and tears started streaming down her face once more.

This was the kind of growth in Wang Rencai that Wang Xueyi would have been willing to trade her life for. She never expected her dream to actually come true.

Courageous and responsible!

"Good. Remember, you still have me, your aunt. Anyone who wants to bully you will have to think twice!"

Wang Xueyi knew very well what these scions of the great families were like. With Wang Meng’s return, there was no telling how many people were gearing up to settle scores with him.

Before, when Wang Meng had no strength, it was unseemly for others to challenge him—that would be plain bullying. But now that Wang Meng was a genuine Earth Wheel Realm cultivator, more than a few would likely use it as an excuse to stir up trouble.

"Aunt Xueyi, don’t worry. Wang Meng is as cunning as a fox. In Wang City, he’s always the one scheming against others!" Zhan Yingluo said, holding Wang Xueyi’s hand. It was clear the two of them had a very good relationship.

"Yingluo, we may be friends, but if you keep talking like that, I’ll sue you for slander," Wang Meng joked, and for a moment, the room was filled with laughter.

Wang Xueyi was already very beautiful, one of the most renowned beauties in the Pill Immortal Alliance. When she smiled, it was like a hundred flowers blooming at once.

The change was immediate. The very next day, a group of people appeared at Master Wang’s door, carrying all sorts of furniture. Wang Meng’s territory was instantly upgraded, with many new things added. This delighted Jiu Zhe, as all of these were new toys for them.

The butler, Wang Mu, was Wang Zongzheng’s trusted confidant, so this gesture also represented Wang Zongzheng’s attitude.

"Second Young Master, if you need anything in the future, please come directly to me."

"Uncle Mu, thank you for your trouble."

’Overall, Wang Mu’s treatment of the former Wang Rencai had been acceptable. At least he hadn’t kicked him when he was down. Given Wang Rencai’s past behavior, one really couldn’t ask for more.’

"Second Young Master, you are too polite. I will take my leave now." Wang Mu wasn’t a man of many words, but he was extremely efficient.

Master Wang had always lived by the principle: if someone respected him an inch, he’d respect them a yard.

An expected visitor arrived: Wang Shifeng. "Aiya, Wang Meng, you’ve really stolen the show! What a triumphant return! You’ll have to look after me from now on, eh?"

Dignity wasn’t worth a dime to Wang Shifeng. All he knew was that a member of his old clique of dandies had now made it big. If he could get under Wang Meng’s protection, his own life would get a little easier. After all, Wang Ang and Wang Hantian never even treated him like a human being.

"See anything you like? Feel free to take it."

"Now, now, what are you talking about? What kind of friends would we be? I’m here to add to your collection!" With that, he yelled to the people behind him, "Come on, bring it all in! Hehe, I even got you something special!"

As he spoke, he clapped his hands, and two young maids, about seventeen or eighteen years old, walked in from outside... They were identical.

"What do you think? They’re from the Great Xia Dynasty. Cost me all my savings. They’re skilled in zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and they’re both untouched. Hehe."

Wang Shifeng nudged Wang Meng, and it was obvious that he was pained by the expense.

Wang Meng wanted to refuse, but he was afraid Wang Shifeng wouldn’t let it go. Besides, with his reputation as a ladies’ man, always refusing such gifts could cause trouble. ’Might as well have the sisters take care of Jiu Zhe and the others.’

"In that case, I won’t be polite. You two, get settled in. You can stay in the rooms on the left."

"Yes, Master."

Watching the pair of beautiful sisters walk past him, Wang Shifeng felt a painful wrench in his heart. But there was nothing for it. ’You have to be willing to part with the child to catch the wolf.’ All signs indicated that Wang Meng was on the rise, and it was best to invest early. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)