Chapter 1612 - 470: Zhou Qing, You Have to Know, That Old Hen Is My Family! (Second Update)

After reminiscing, Zhou Qing hesitated briefly but ultimately decided to tell the truth.

This seemingly frivolous Second Grandpa probably harbors more secrets than he does.

Moreover, that old hen has been with Grandpa for years; if something really goes wrong, it can be remedied in time.

Once he thought it through, he quietly transmitted a message: "Second Grandpa, there is something I need to tell you. Don’t ask how I know or act too surprised."

Second Grandpa had originally wanted to ask about his granddaughter, but upon hearing this transmission, he immediately became tense.

Why is he using transmission when the highest-level sound insulation barrier is clearly set up in this box?

There are only the two of us in the room. Who is he guarding against?

That old hen?

Despite being puzzled, he still pretended to act nonchalantly, picking up the wine jug and pouring himself a cup of wine.

Seeing this, Zhou Qing continued to transmit: "Do you remember the black heart on that ancient tree in the forbidden area? This old hen is that heart."

"They are injured Innate Spirits that escaped from the Starry Battlefield, hiding there to heal."

Upon hearing this, Second Grandpa’s hand suddenly trembled, and his eyes widened, nearly turning to look at the hen.

But he forced himself not to move, pretending to be calm and drank the wine in one gulp.

Zhou Qing added: "I later discovered some clues, it should be correct."

"This is also why the old hen can ignore some restrictions. Its appearance at the Five Sects trade fair was not a coincidence."

"At that time, the black heart had already gathered its true form, but its appearance was still like a hen’s egg..."

Zhou Qing then informed him of all the things he understood.

The more Second Grandpa listened, the more alarmed he became.

All this time, without noticing, he had been accompanied by an Innate Spirit possessing intelligence.

"It’s over! Although I don’t understand what Innate Spirits truly are, back when I was in the cave mansion at the White Jade Taixu Courtyard, I opened the ’Hundred Tribulations Blood Curtain’ scroll with my Extreme Dao Weapon, it surely saw it too."

"In these six years, I’ve exposed a lot of secrets because of this. If it fully awakens, won’t it target us?" Second Grandpa’s voice was slightly tense.

Zhou Qing continued to gently stroke the old hen, musing: "Probably not. I have a feeling it might not care."

Second Grandpa remained silent for a moment before saying, "Let’s hope so... originating from the Starry Battlefield and sharing the longevity with Taiqing Sect, it seems its and that ancient tree’s origins are extraordinary."

Zhou Qing nodded slightly: "Taiqing Sect has been established for over fourteen thousand years, through nineteen sect leaders, and they have survived from the Starry Battlefield until now. Their power and lifespan must far exceed the Celestial Venerable."

"Such entities wouldn’t be interested in our trivial matters."

Second Grandpa nodded in thought.

"You’re right, better than providing icing on the cake, perhaps we might gain a great opportunity!" Second Grandpa suddenly transmitted.

Zhou Qing understood: "Exactly, so I’ve been pretending to know nothing. Being too overtly friendly only seems suspicious."

Second Grandpa poured himself a cup of wine, suddenly laughed, stood up, and hugged the old hen tightly, rubbing it vigorously.

He said loudly: "Speaking of, healing these years was thanks to its company, relieving me of much boredom, I’ve unconsciously treated it as family."

Zhou Qing: "..."

Wasn’t he eager to pass this trouble onto me upon meeting earlier; the change in attitude after learning its identity was a bit too quick.

"Didn’t expect you managed the Xuanyuan Royal Family using that thing?"

Seeing Zhou Qing speechless, Second Grandpa threw him a discreet glance and changed the topic accordingly.

Zhou Qing naturally knew Second Grandpa referred to the Extreme Dao Weapon he held, but merely shook his head slightly: "They aren’t worthy."

"Good lad!" Second Grandpa gave a thumbs-up in praise, then changed the subject: "How’s my granddaughter? We had only a brief encounter that night, have you named her?"

"She’s called Yaoyao." Zhou Qing’s expression softened somewhat, "She’s now with Yu Yan, at the Fifth Tail."

"Yaoyao?" Second Grandpa first froze, then suddenly remembered something, "By the way, where’s that little follower Lu Yaoyao of yours? Didn’t see her this time."

Zhou Qing’s expression instantly darkened.

Seeing this, Second Grandpa immediately developed a bad premonition and tactfully refrained from asking further.

"Heard recently that the Liu Family was wiped out?" He quickly filled Zhou Qing’s cup and pushed it over, smiling while changing the subject again.

Zhou Qing took a deep breath.

Regarding Lu Yaoyao, he decided not to mention it to Second Grandpa for now—certain things he hadn’t figured out yet.

"I did it." He said gravely.

He then succinctly recounted his experience from the Xiao Family all the way to the Liu Family.

Not only did he bring out the jade piece left by Moon Ming Inspector, but he also spoke openly about the Angel Envoy’s matter.

To this benefactor and elder Second Grandpa, he had nothing to hide.

After listening, Second Grandpa felt amazed and emotional.

Didn’t expect Zhou Qing’s experiences in merely a few years to be more tumultuous than his own.

"Don’t worry, dealing with the Yan Family this time, you have me to assist." Second Grandpa patted his chest solemnly.

"With our two Extreme Dao Weapons, plus three Inscription-level Divine Techniques, it’ll be enough for them!"

Zhou Qing gazed at Second Grandpa, nodded formally: "Thank you, Grandpa."

"What’s between grandpa and grandson, there’s no need for thanks! Come on, let’s go see my precious granddaughter, I told you this early on!" Second Grandpa laughed heartily as he stood.

Zhou Qing’s lips slightly curled up: "Alright."

...

The next day, when Yu Yan opened the door and saw Zhou Qing standing outside, her eyes instantly gleamed with surprise: "Zhou, you’ve returned! This is..."

Before she finished speaking, a middle-aged man suddenly popped his head out from behind Zhou Qing.

"Yu Yan sister, we meet again!" Second Grandpa waved cheerfully.

Yu Yan furrowed her brow in confusion: "You are..."

Before her voice dropped, the scene before her eyes made her widen them abruptly.

The middle-aged man’s face transformed like flowing water, instantly turning into a fair-faced young boy.

"It’s you!" Yu Yan’s pupils contracted.

Back then, when Zhou Qing joined the Shen Family under the name Master Qingzhou, a boy disciple claiming to be "Siyun Ya" accompanied him.

When she visited with her cousin and Bai Xiang, this boy guarded the main hall, even making inappropriate advances towards the twin sent by the Shen Family’s second room...

Before she recovered from the surprise, the boy before her eyes changed again, morphing into an elderly man with white hair and red cheeks, appearing benevolent and kind.

Before Yu Yan could react, the old man had already laughed and slipped into the room.

"Yaoyao! Grandpa has come to see you!" Second Grandpa’s voice was filled with unabashed joy.

As soon as his voice died down, a small head peeked out from the crack in the inner door.

Five-year-old Yaoyao blinked her big, sparkling eyes, curiously observing this suddenly appeared stranger-grandpa.

Second Grandpa froze completely upon seeing Yaoyao.