Chapter 981 - 459: Disciples’ Daily Routine; Mao Family Troubles

Chen Ye made up his mind and no longer hesitated.

The array core of Divine Mist Valley was unstable; the longer it dragged on, the greater the variables.

Moreover, the cultivators of Ten Thousand Puppet Sect have always held hostility towards Lingyin Sect, like hyenas smelling blood. If they harbor ill intentions, not only would the Earth Gourd Sword be lost, but even Sister Qingzhu in the Mao Family might be in danger.

"Zhiwei, Jin’er, Qing Jun. Let’s pack up and go out with Master for a trip."

With a flicker of divine sense, Chen Ye summoned the three disciples to the main hall.

Upon hearing about going out, Qing Jun, who was playing with her new flying sword in the courtyard, immediately rushed in like a whirlwind.

"Master! Master! Where are we going? Are we going to the market? There must be delicious food, right?"

The little girl tilted her face up, her big, shiny eyes sparkling, with crystal-clear drool seemingly ready to overflow at the corner of her mouth.

"All you know is eating. If you turn into a chubby girl someday, Master won’t like you anymore."

Chen Ye pretended to dislike her.

The little girl grumbled: "Qing Jun won’t allow Master to dislike Qing Jun! Annoying Master, are you that concerned about appearances? If Qing Jun turned into an ugly little doggy, would Master kick Qing Jun away?"

Uh...

This girl’s thought process is quite unique.

Chen Ye pinched her soft cheeks; the sensation was quite pleasant:

"If you turned into a little dog, Master would tease you with meat bones every day. Even if you really became a little chubby pig, Master would just build a pigsty behind Cangli Courtyard instead of kicking you away."

"Humph, that’s more like it!"

Qing Jun raised her chin proudly, though she still felt something was amiss, but quickly refocused on the main topic, eagerly asking,

"So, Master, where are we going?"

"To Moon Rhinoceros Lake District."

Releasing his grip, Chen Ye said earnestly,

"First, to handle some official business; second, to introduce you to Aunt Qingzhu. She has plenty of delicious food over there, so just don’t overeat."

Upon hearing this, Qing Jun cheered joyfully, wishing she could sprout wings to fly there immediately:

"Great, we’re going to see Aunt Mao, and there will be spiritual cuisine to eat!"

Truth be told,

actually... Qing Jun has to admit, she really likes Aunt Mao.

Aunt Mao is gentle, unlike others who are sharp-edged, always smiling warmly at her...

Zhiwei is thoughtful, and upon hearing this, her expression subtly shifted.

Master said just a few days ago that he would fetch the Earth Gourd Sword for her, and now he’s rushing to Moon Rhinoceros Lake District; it seems a bit hasty.

After all,

The affairs of Lingyin Sect are complex and have yet to be settled; neither the master nor disciples have had a few days’ respite on Baopu Peak, yet they’re urgently heading to a new place?

"Master, what about Cangli Courtyard..."

Zhiwei glanced towards the direction of the eastern and western parlors, hesitating to speak.

Moreover,

is it really okay to leave those two ladies alone at home?

What if they dismantle the house while we’re away?

"No worries, they all have their own calculations. As long as I’m not here, they lose the cause for their dispute and won’t quarrel."

Chen Ye naturally knew what his eldest disciple was concerned about and waved a hand, saying,

"Later, I’ll leave them a sound transmission talisman to say that Baopu Peak has chores that require me to go down the mountain. With True Inheritor Bai watching here, Miss Qin won’t run around. We’ll take this chance to avoid trouble and you kids can have a few peaceful days."

"Besides, our trip to Moon Rhinoceros Lake District won’t take long, just a few days delay at most. Nothing will happen."

Upon hearing the phrase "avoid trouble," Zhiwei and Jin’er exchanged glances, understanding with a knowing smile.

What can’t be provoked, can always be avoided.

They set to work immediately.

The master and disciples moved swiftly, and within the time of half a stick of incense, they were all packed and ready.

Chen Ye casually left a sound transmission talisman on the stone table in the courtyard, then with a wave of his sleeve, summoned the flying boat.

"Let’s go."

With a gesture, Chen Ye launched a spell, and the flying boat transformed into a streak of flowing light, silently ascending into the clouds, carrying the four of them swiftly towards Moon Rhinoceros Lake District.

Chen Ye stood at the bow of the ship, overlooking the mountains and rivers below, his gaze lingering towards Moon Rhinoceros Lake’s direction.

"Sister Qingzhu, it’s been a while; I wonder how you’re doing..."

He murmured softly, his lips curving slightly.

And not just that.

Chen Ye caught sight of Qing Jun, who was excitedly rolling on the deck holding the Cyan Marrow Sword, and a hint of mischief flashed in his eyes.

If Sister Qingzhu saw Qing Jun, she’d surely be shocked, wouldn’t she?

This little girl, her cultivation now is about to surpass hers.

...

"So tired..."

Meanwhile,

another group appeared wearily at the entrance of Moon Rhinoceros Lake District.

The one who spoke was Hua Jingxin, her body frail, through days of travel, her pretty little face stained with a lot of dust.

Looking at the bustling, mist-steamed district in front of her, she sighed with relief,

"Finally arrived... The journey has been nerve-wracking; my legs are nearly worn out."

Most importantly, she distanced herself from that disgusting old demon cultivator!

She’s already in Yan Kingdom, will later return to Ruins Country, and that old man from Emotion Crossing Sect won’t catch up even with wings!

During this trip,

Hua Jingxin finally resolved to, not just once, try to confide in her brother, but the words never came out.

It was only then that she truly realized the horror of Jade Dew.

No wonder Budu River could use it to control sect cultivators for a thousand years...

Fortunately,

That old man seems too old to act immorally. Despite such a beautiful female cultivator in front of him, he didn’t lay hands on her, leaving her purity intact.