novelraw Chapter 44 – Doesn't that mean I can do whatever I want for the next two months?
Chapter 44 – Doesn't that mean I can do whatever I want for the next two months?
In that battle, blood was shed, and a noble spirit filled the air. Even the grass and trees seemed to mourn, and the winds and clouds changed color.
The next day, the sun was high in the sky.
Mu Xiaochuan slowly opened his eyes, feeling a sense of comfort throughout his body, an indescribable ease in his limbs and bones.
How long had it been?
He could no longer remember how long it had been since he last slept so freely, without any worries or burdens, waking up naturally.
In his previous life on Blue Star, he had been constantly hustling for a living, toiling for a meager salary and position, like a spinning top that never stopped. Late nights, overtime, and early mornings had become the norm. After crossing over to this cultivation world, the past sixty years had been spent in constant vigilance, walking on thin ice. With his mediocre talent, he had been desperate to devote all his time to arduous cultivation for that slim hope of eternal life, making even sleep feel like a sin.
But now...
Surrounded by beauties, feeling the increasingly active Foundation Establishment seed in his dantian due to his joy, a contented smile naturally appeared on his lips.
"Ding! Congratulations to the host for enjoying a celestial life, feeling extremely refreshed, and earning 50 Thrill Points!"
Sleeping until naturally waking up, accompanied by beauties in dreams. Waking up to earn thrill points—this life... damn, this is what life is all about!
He strolled to the window, gently opened it, and took a deep breath of the cool morning air, feeling refreshed and clear-headed.
However, as his gaze casually swept outside, he noticed a familiar figure standing gracefully at the entrance of the Listening Bamboo Pavilion's courtyard. She was tiptoeing, peering anxiously inside. Wasn't this Peak Master Yun Wange's personal maid—Biyun?
Mu Xiaochuan casually draped a robe over himself, opened the door, and walked out.
Seeing Mu Xiaochuan come out, Biyun visibly breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly stepped forward to salute, "Greetings, Elder Mu! The Peak Master has requested your presence!"
"Alright, I understand." Mu Xiaochuan nodded, "You can go back first and tell the Peak Master I'll be there shortly."
"Yes, Elder Mu." Biyun quickly responded, turning to leave in a much lighter mood.
Watching her departing figure, Mu Xiaochuan's lips curled into an amused smile.
"Peak Master, it seems you're really eager for that mid-grade Spirit-Gathering Pill..."
He turned back inside, where Liu Ruyan and the others were also getting up, hurriedly dressing.
"Elder, we'll prepare breakfast for you..." Su Yao and Lin Yue called out timidly.
Liu Ruyan shot him a glance, playfully scolding, "It's all your fault! We all got up late and kept Biyun waiting outside for so long!"
"Hahaha, no worries, no worries!" Mu Xiaochuan, in high spirits, laughed, "To meet this elder, one must naturally have some patience!"
After quickly having some spirit fruit snacks, Mu Xiaochuan transformed into a streak of light, rushing towards Yunqi Heavenly Palace.
During the Grand Tournament, Yun Wange had indeed supported him multiple times, even daring to confront Vice Sect Master Liang Yichen. Although her friendship was mixed with a desire for elixirs, it was genuine help. If he were to be overly calculative, it would seem petty.
At Yunqi Heavenly Palace.
Yun Wange paced anxiously inside the hall, her face a mix of anticipation and a hint of unease. When she finally saw Mu Xiaochuan's figure appear at the entrance, her eyes lit up, and she quickly approached.
"Xiaochuan, you're finally here!" Her voice carried a hint of urgency, forgetting to maintain the dignity of a Peak Master.
"Apologies for keeping you waiting, Senior Sister." Mu Xiaochuan smiled and cupped his hands.
Today, Yun Wange was dressed in a water-blue palace gown, enhancing her orchid-like elegance, especially her mature and charming allure, which was indeed incomparable to Lin Yue and Su Yao.
"No worries, no worries." Yun Wange quickly waved her hand, inviting him to the main seat and personally serving him spirit tea. She then spoke with a mix of expectation and slight embarrassment, "Xiaochuan... Junior Brother, well... the Grand Tournament is over, and you see..."
Seeing her eager expression, afraid he might go back on his word, Mu Xiaochuan chuckled inwardly and decided not to tease her further.
With a flick of his wrist, a jade box emitting a gentle glow appeared in his palm.
"Rest assured, Senior Sister, I won't go back on my word." Mu Xiaochuan gently pushed the jade box towards Yun Wange, smiling, "Please accept this mid-grade Spirit-Gathering Pill, Senior Sister."
In an instant, Yun Wange's breath caught!
Her hands trembled as she carefully cradled the jade box. As soon as her fingertips touched it, she felt the surging spiritual energy beneath the warm jade!
She slowly opened the jade box, revealing an elixir of deep green, with mysterious patterns and a fragrance that was both refreshing and rich in spiritual energy, lying quietly inside!
A mid-grade Spirit-Gathering Pill! It truly was a mid-grade Spirit-Gathering Pill!
The bottleneck that had troubled her for twenty years! Breaking through the Ninth Level of Foundation Establishment was now within reach! There was even hope of glimpsing the path to the Golden Elixir!
"Xiaochuan..." Yun Wange felt her eyes grow hot as she tightly grasped Mu Xiaochuan's hand, her voice choked with emotion, "Thank you... Xiaochuan... Thank you... Senior Sister... really doesn't know how to repay you..."
Feeling Yun Wange's soft hands and her heartfelt excitement and gratitude, Mu Xiaochuan felt a wave of satisfaction.
"Senior Sister, you're too kind." He gently patted Yun Wange's hand with his other hand, speaking softly, "We are fellow disciples, supporting each other is only natural. Besides, during the Grand Tournament, Senior Sister supported me many times, and I remember it well."
"No... it's not enough..." Yun Wange lifted her tear-filled eyes, "This... this kindness is too great... Xiaochuan, rest assured! From now on, as long as I'm the Peak Master of Yunqi Peak, no matter what you do within Yunqi Peak, I'll support you unconditionally! Anyone who dares to trouble you will be my enemy!"
She paused, her face blushing, her eyes dreamy as she looked at Mu Xiaochuan, "Even though Senior Sister is a few years older than you, I'm willing to serve by your side..."
Mu Xiaochuan's heart surged with warmth, almost unable to contain himself, but he quietly withdrew his hand.
Just then, the system's prompt sounded again:
"Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully gaining the Peak Master's affection and promise, feeling joy in body and mind, and earning 15 Thrill Points!"
"By the way, Xiaochuan," Yun Wange suddenly remembered something, sitting up with a more serious expression, "I almost forgot the important matter. In two months, it's time for the once-every-five-years Sect Grand Tournament. This tournament is crucial, affecting the allocation of sect slots for the upcoming 'Xiaoque Dynasty Dao Discourse Gathering' in the next ten years. The Sect Master and Supreme Elders are very concerned."
She looked at Mu Xiaochuan, speaking earnestly, "As an Outer Sect Elder, you may not participate in the 'Xiaoque Dynasty Dao Discourse Gathering,' but this matter concerns the distribution of sect resources, which is vital for Yunqi Peak and your Hidden Heaven Pavilion. With your rising fame and being the 'Heaven's Chosen' with an Earth-grade Spiritual Artifact, the Sect Master likely has high expectations for you. In these two months, you must prepare well and strive to shine in the Sect Grand Tournament!"
"Two months until the Sect Grand Tournament..." Mu Xiaochuan nodded, "Rest assured, Senior Sister, I understand."
Mu Xiaochuan's eyes sparkled with excitement, "Doesn't that mean I can do whatever I want for the next two months?"