All The Female Disciples Want To Kill Me

Chapter 429 - 261: All of My Husband, Nan Ji, Will Not Disdain_1

The middle-aged woman felt herself gently supported by Ji Nanjue’s outstretched hand as the pill, without any chance for refusal, transformed into a warm current and merged into her body.

The next moment, she felt as if her entire body was filled with strength, and all the pain vanished.

Tears filled her eyes as she looked at Su Bei and Ji Nanjue.

At this moment, how could she not realize that she had encountered noble benefactors? They might even be the legendary cultivators!

In haste, she got down from the bed and, beckoning to the girl, the two knelt on the ground, kowtowing to Su Bei and Ji Nanjue.

"This humble commoner thanks the Immortal Elder."

"Thank you, Immortal Elder, for healing my mother."

Su Bei quickly helped her up and flashed a casual smile at her.

The mother and daughter looked at Su Bei, somewhat at a loss. They were tense, momentarily unsure of what to do, their eyes filled with awe as they gazed at him.

Ji Nanjue glanced at Su Bei, then let out a soft sigh. "This place is South Wind Ancient Country..."

A slight heaviness settled in Su Bei’s heart.

In Dongfeng Ancient Country, the common people had long been accustomed to the idea of cultivation, thanks to the Eastern Emperor’s persistent efforts over the last few centuries. It was unexpected that in South Wind Ancient Country, though the two countries were only separated by the Cang River, the chasm between immortals and mortals was already so deeply ingrained in the hearts of the people.

"Do not be afraid, do not be nervous..." Ji Nanjue tried to make her smile as kind as possible towards the two of them.

"Is it just the two of you at home?"

The middle-aged woman gave a bitter smile, glancing at Ji Nanjue’s expression from the corner of her eye, and sighed, "The child’s father went out to join a trade caravan, and in the blink of an eye, two years have passed... I don’t even know if he’s dead out there; there has been no word at all."

The girl also looked down, a shimmer of light flashing in her eyes.

At that moment, as if struck by a thought, the girl bit her lower lip and took off the jade pendant from around her neck.

She approached, her demeanor slightly anxious, and then she hung it around Ji Nanjue’s neck.

Ji Nanjue gently touched it. She could feel that it was not fine jade, but it was likely the best thing this family could offer.

"This... it was given to me by my father..." the girl said. "Our family is poor and we don’t have much to thank the Immortal Elder with, only this piece of jade. I hope the Immortal Elder does not disdain it..."

Ji Nanjue blinked, pausing for a moment. Looking at Su Bei’s smiling eyes, she awkwardly patted the girl’s head. Clearly, she seldom made such a gesture.

"Thank you for your jade, I like it very much..." After a pause, she added reassuringly, "Yes, your father will definitely come back... don’t worry."

The mountain girl’s thoughts were simple. She just felt that since the Immortal before her had cured her mother, she absolutely had to offer them the best hospitality her home could provide.

Upon hearing Nan Ji’s comforting words, the girl gave a casual smile. As if she thought of something, she quickly said, "You’ve come a long way, you must be hungry! I’ll go catch some fish to cook for you!"

Su Bei thought it would be better if he wasn’t present at this time. They were all women; Nan Ji, though her exterior was a bit cold, was actually more understanding and could talk to them more easily than he could.

He then turned and went back into the room, staring blankly at the moonlight.

After a while, Nan Ji also silently came back, her mood seeming somewhat heavy.

"Ji Baoer, what’s wrong?" Su Bei touched her cheek tenderly.

Ji Nanjue looked into Su Bei’s deep dark pupils and rested her cheek on his shoulder, whispering softly, "I originally thought all people under heaven were like those in Eastern Country. I never expected that South Country would still have such places of suffering..."

Su Bei embraced her, holding her in his arms and gently patting her smooth back. He laughed as he said, "What now? Have you started caring for the world like your brother does? There are too many such situations; we can’t manage them all. Besides, how can you tell they are truly suffering so much? Their living conditions are just a bit harsh, that’s all."

Seeing that his attempt to console her had little effect, Su Bei lifted her into his arms. Under the moonlight, they walked through a small path in the forest. A breeze stirred, and they could hear the SWISH of bamboo leaves.

It seemed Su Bei and Nan Ji had different thoughts about this place. To Su Bei, this place, nestled against mountains and by water, also had beautiful scenery—a perfect secluded retreat. Even if life was harsh, what of it? It truly had the charm of a hermitage built in the mortal realm, yet detached from its clamor.

The two sat on the grass, gazing at the tranquil pond not far away.

Reflected in the water was the deep valley, with clusters of small flowers blooming profusely, quietly unfolding in the reflection of the clear spring.

"Like these flowers, blooming quietly, enjoying the peace of the secluded valley, undisturbed by the outside world, isn’t that nice?" Su Bei kissed the corner of Ji Nanjue’s mouth.

Their breaths intermingled in the cool moonlight. All around was silent, with only the subtle fragrance of hidden blossoms spreading gently with the sound of the spring water welling up.

"Is it so?" Ji Nanjue responded to Su Bei, hesitating slightly, a trace of bewilderment in her eyes as she watched the mother and daughter busily moving near the pond.

Throughout their journey, she had long understood that South Country was not as peaceful as it seemed on the surface; it was far different from her own Eastern Country, a fact that could be inferred from the Grass Bandits in the mountains.

Watching the toiling figures of the mother and daughter, and how the Little Fish seemed to be teasing the two of them, Su Bei stood up and spoke to them.