Jiang Hongchun noticed Chen Xiaobei’s confusion and explained, "Previously, Xiaoyi ntioned that after just one glance at Flying Immortals Beyond the Heavens, you had completely grasped its activation thod. Although you’re self-taught, Flying Immortals Beyond the Heavens originated from my sect, so it wouldn’t be improper for you to call Senior Sister, would it?"
As she spoke, a rare look of anticipation appeared on Jiang Hongchun’s beautiful face, her eyes brimming with admiration.
"Hahaha, so that’s what this is about," Chen Xiaobei said happily. "Honestly, having a great beauty like you as my Senior Sister is a dream I’d wake up laughing from."
"Since that’s the case, I’ll call you Senior Sister from now on! Senior Sister, please accept a bow from your Junior Brother."
Chen Xiaobei knew just what to do and gave Jiang Hongchun a respectful bow.
"You are too courteous, Junior Brother!" Jiang Hongchun smiled charmingly and hurriedly returned the gesture.
Just then, Murong Xiaoyi, figuring the ti was about right, returned from outside. Seeing the two of them bowing to each other, she was completely dumbfounded.
"Master, what are you two doing?" she exclaid.
"Xiaoyi, co here," Jiang Hongchun beckoned. "From today on, Xiaobei is my junior brother. According to seniority, that makes him your Martial Uncle. Hurry up and greet your Martial Uncle!"
PFFT—
Murong Xiaoyi nearly spat out a mouthful of blood. "Master! What are you doing? Why does he get to be my Martial Uncle?" she refused. "I’m not paying him respects!"
"How dare you!" Jiang Hongchun fud. "Even though Xiaobei is self-taught, his Flying Immortals Beyond the Heavens still originated from my sect. By all rights, it’s not at all excessive for to call him Junior Brother."
Murong Xiaoyi’s face fell. "Then you could have just made him your disciple, couldn’t you? Why did he have to be your junior brother! In any case, I refuse!"
Murong Xiaoyi was on the verge of a breakdown. Even when they had no formal connection, Chen Xiaobei bullied her relentlessly. If she had to acknowledge him as her Martial Uncle, wouldn’t he tornt her to death? The very thought was terrifying.
But Jiang Hongchun continued, "Not only is Xiaobei’s talent in Martial Arts unparalleled in this world, but he is also a Divine Doctor. For to have him as my junior brother is a blessing three lifetis in the making. How could I possibly make him my disciple? In short, from now on, Xiaobei is your Martial Uncle, and you must treat him with the sa respect you show . If I find out otherwise, I’ll expel you from the sect. Do you understand?"
"Master, no! Okay, okay, I’ll pay my respects to him, alright?" Murong Xiaoyi scowled and bowed. "Greetings, Martial Uncle. I offer my respects..."
As she finished, the girl mouthed a silent warning to Chen Xiaobei, signaling him not to get too full of himself.
But who was Chen Xiaobei? He wasn’t even afraid of an underworld boss like Li Xinghe, so why would he fear Murong Xiaoyi? Seeing her defeated expression, he was utterly delighted. He patted her head teasingly and said, "Good girl! From now on, if there’s anything you don’t understand, you can ask your Martial Uncle. I’ll be sure to clear up any of your doubts. You can ask anything at all!"
"Then thank you, Martial Uncle!" Murong Xiaoyi’s teeth practically chattered with suppressed rage. "By the way," she sneered, "didn’t you say that after giving my master acupuncture, she could have a dicinal bath? When are we starting? If you’re going to do it, do it now. Don’t drag your feet."
"The dicinal bath will be done, but not right now," Chen Xiaobei explained. "My prescription includes a highly toxic herb called Tricolor Lingyin Grass. This plant tends to grow in the cool, shaded crevices of cliffs. It’s a very rare Spiritual dicine that you can’t buy in ordinary pharmacies."
Murong Xiaoyi panicked. "Then what do we do?"
Chen Xiaobei shrugged. "What else can we do? We’ll just have to go pick it ourselves. That grass grows in Yingwu Mountain behind our Shanhe Village. Once I’ve taken care of my current business, I’ll go into the mountains to gather herbs. There’s no imdiate rush."
Jiang Hongchun quickly interjected, "Junior Brother, how about I go with you to pick the herbs? You’ve been running around so much for my sake. If I don’t do sothing, it just wouldn’t sit right with ."
"Senior Sister, you’re too kind. There’s no need for such formality between us! Besides, your health is poor. It’s better for you to stay ho and recuperate." Chen Xiaobei shalessly grabbed Jiang Hongchun’s small hand, his gaze filled with concern.
Then, he looked at Luo Qingcheng and said, "If you really want to help, then please protect Qingcheng while I’m away. I recently killed the Iron Fist Ancestor’s disciple, Li Maochun. When the Iron Fist Ancestor cos looking for trouble, I’m afraid only you, Senior Sister, will be able to handle him. So, you staying here is far more important than you accompanying into the mountains to gather herbs."
"Alright, I’ll do as my Junior Brother says." Jiang Hongchun nodded, a hint of pride suddenly gracing her features. "Don’t you worry, Junior Brother. I’ve heard of that Iron Fist Ancestor before. He’s just an insignificant Heaven Rank master from the Lower Three Continents. Even though I’m not at the Heaven Rank, killing him would be as easy as turning over my hand. Go gather your herbs with peace of mind. When the ti cos, I’ll have Xiaoyi accompany you!"
"Master! I don’t want to go!" Murong Xiaoyi started to cry for real. Alone with him in the mountains... she knew without a doubt that Chen Xiaobei would be up to no good.
But Jiang Hongchun’s expression imdiately turned stern. It wasn’t just her; Luo Qingcheng, who was standing nearby, also spoke up.
"Xiaoyi! Xiaobei is going into the mountains to gather herbs for your master. As her disciple, shouldn’t you show so filial piety? The mountain paths are rugged and the cliffs are steep. Besides, with the two of you together, you can watch out for each other. You can’t be so stubborn!"
"Cousin! Master, you two..." Murong Xiaoyi pouted. Yet she found herself unable to resist. On one side was her respected master, and on the other, her beloved cousin. As she watched the two of them stare at her coldly, both standing by Chen Xiaobei’s side, she suddenly felt as though she’d been plunged into an icy cavern, abandoned by the entire world.
That damned Chen Xiaobei, that rotten Chen Xiaobei! Just you wait! I swear I’ll find a chance to kill you! Murong Xiaoyi was so consud with hatred she could feel her teeth itch.
And so, Jiang Hongchun and her disciple also stayed behind. However, Chen Xiaobei didn’t have them stay at his ho. Instead, he contacted Shen Wenkai and had him arrange a first-rate guest room for Jiang Hongchun in the fishing village, ensuring all her needs were taken care of. Shen Wenkai, who had been desperately looking for a chance to curry favor with Chen Xiaobei, would have enshrined Jiang Hongchun like a goddess. He personally drove over to pick up the master and disciple.
With Murong Xiaoyi gone, the room imdiately beca much quieter.
Noticing Luo Qingcheng standing there with a weary expression, Chen Xiaobei brazenly wrapped his arms around her slender waist from behind. "What are you thinking about so intently?" he asked.
"Nothing much." Luo Qingcheng sighed. "In the past, my world was very small. All I thought about every day was making money and how to make the Luo Family’s business bigger and stronger. But now I realize that no matter how much money you have, it’s all just worthless paper in the face of absolute power. Look at what happened this ti. If I were as powerful as Jiang Hongchun, why would I need her protection? Right now, I’m just a burden to you—utterly useless!"
PFFT—
Chen Xiaobei chuckled. "Silly girl, what are you saying? You’re not a burden. You have plenty of strengths!"
"No! A burden is a burden, and you don’t need to comfort . I’ve made up my mind. I’m going to cultivate. I want to beco a master like all of you!" Luo Qingcheng’s spirits suddenly lifted, and she said solemnly, "Xiaobei, take to see Xi Yao. I want to learn the Xuantian Jade Maiden Technique right now!"
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