Starting from the Tiger Demon Yaksha, the demon immortality

Chapter 293 302 A Virtuous Wife, Heartfelt Intentions

"Look, isn't that Master's nine-headed green lion that Senior Brother Li Cunxiao is riding?"

"Did you ruin your brain with alchemy? Master's nine-headed green lion is arrogant and unruly. Besides him, who else can... damn it!"

"Master even gave his mount to Senior Brother Cunxiao. He must want us to know that he already has someone he loves in mind as the future master of Azure Dragon Peak."

"You're only just realizing this? Even without the Nine-Headed Azure Lion, who else can replace Senior Brother Cunxiao in managing Azure Dragon Peak?"

"Sigh, I used to think that Senior Brother Siqi would come to lead us, but now that we've compared the two, it's like comparing heaven and earth."

"In my opinion, once Senior Brother Cunxiao becomes the sect leader, Senior Brother Siqi may not even have a place to stand. A wise person knows when to yield..."

"I think you're just being naive! The two Senior Brothers Li are close friends; their relationship, if not like brothers, is certainly harmonious. You're trying to sow discord here—you're asking for trouble!"

"..."

As the disciples were whispering among themselves, a scrutinizing gaze fell upon them, and they immediately fell silent, as if pricked by thorns.

However, Li Cunxiao had noticed this place at some point, and upon hearing these words, he simply smiled and ignored them.

Turning their heads, the disciples watched as the nine-headed green lion gradually disappeared into the distance, and only then did they breathe a sigh of relief, as if they had escaped death.

Some disciples were relieved that the other party hadn't blamed them for these presumptuous words, while others were filled with doubt and trepidation, growing increasingly fearful with each passing thought.

Are martial artists at the Heavenly Ladder Realm really that terrifying?

The moment the other party looked over, they almost thought they were facing an elder of the sect, or even the chief disciple Xue Tianyun.

Or is it that the terrifying one is not the Heavenly Ladder martial artist, but Senior Brother Li Cunxiao?
"Why did Master entrust me with the care of his mount and ask Senior Brother Siqi to assist me in managing affairs on the mountain?"

Sitting cross-legged on the broad back of the nine-headed blue lion, he unconsciously stroked its smooth fur with his palm, and the lion would wriggle its body slightly, like a big cat.

Recalling the conversation in Miaoyan Palace, Li Cunxiao seemed lost in thought until the courtyard wall came into view, which brought him back to his senses.

In any case, if Taiyi Zhenren could advance to the Grandmaster level, it would naturally be a good thing for him.

However, we shouldn't only look at the benefits of this matter.

According to the fragments he saw in the notes of his predecessors, the advancement to Grandmaster was called "breaking through the Earthly Fiends and Heavenly Generals," which was extremely dangerous.

All he could do was keep his worries about his mentor to himself and do his job well.

"Having reached the seventh realm of cultivation, it's difficult to make any further rapid progress. To increase strength, the most important thing right now is to forge a divine weapon."

"Seventh-tier Water-type Dragon-Tiger Bone... Could it be that I'm really going to live off a woman?"

Li Cunxiao dismounted from the lion, and without him saying a word, the lion automatically shrunk from a colossal beast to the size of an ordinary horse.

As the man and beast entered the gate, before they even reached the inner courtyard, the conversation in the courtyard suddenly ceased.

In the blink of an eye, Li Mucha rushed out, his body drenched in sweat and exuding a strong medicinal smell.
"Big brother!"

"Mocha, did you... drink some medicinal food?"

Li Cunxiao's nose twitched, and he easily distinguished several precious medicinal herbs from their smells, which surprised him.

It's not that he can't afford these medicinal herbs, but rather that the prescription isn't one he usually uses; it's probably a private collection from some powerful clan.

It's obvious who could enter and leave his courtyard and be so generous with the wooden fork.

"My sister-in-law brought it over!"

Ye Shuyi had just rushed out from behind the screen when she heard this, and her ears turned red. She swallowed the rest of her greeting that was on the tip of her tongue:

"Junior Brother Li... oh."

A large, strong hand enveloped her slender fingers, and in the early winter season, the intense heat spread from her fingertips all the way to her chest.

The young man's eyes were like a lake in spring, reflecting the warm sunshine:

"Calling me junior brother is too formal; my family calls me Sanlang."

"Mucha is still at the third level of muscle training, and Shuyi's medicinal diet has arrived just in time—you must have put a lot of thought into it, right?"

"Sanlang," Ye Shuyi called softly, shy yet joyful.

"Mokcha is Sanlang's younger brother and also my brother-in-law. From now on, we'll all be family. I'll just do what I can without much thought."

Li Cunxiao felt a soft spot in his heart being touched.

He is a human being, not a piece of wood, much less a cultivation machine.

Practicing martial arts to kill, forging weapons and alchemy—all were for the sake of ensuring the safety and well-being of myself and my loved ones in this chaotic world.

Now, besides Li Mucha, he will soon have another family member who can be with him day and night.

Moreover, she is such a considerate, meticulous, gentle, and charming woman that it's hard to even bring myself to say she's a kept woman.

Moreover, upon closer reflection, he had been busy these past few days cultivating and consolidating his realm after breaking through, and also collecting materials to forge a divine weapon, so he hadn't spoken more than a few words to his fiancée.

Even though they belong to the same sect, they have been somewhat neglected.

Even though Ye Shuyi is well past the age of sixteen, she is still an unmarried daughter of a noble family, a first-time bride. Shouldn't we show her more care and concern?
Thinking this, Li Cunxiao unconsciously clenched the slender hand in his palm and led the shy Ye Shuyi to the flower hall.

Li Mucha was a clever young man who had been looking forward to his elder brother's good fortune for many years. Seeing this, he quietly left behind and called out all the servants around the flower hall.

After the two went inside, he obediently locked the door, held a bowl of medicinal food, and while refining the medicinal power, he secretly pricked up his ears.

'Good little brother, your older brother has done his best to love you.'

Li Cunxiao took all of this in view, chuckled, and flicked his finger. His pale golden true essence quietly sealed the gaps in the doors and windows, making no sound.

"Sanlang, we're not married yet..."

Ye Shuyi had clearly misunderstood something, and her expression became somewhat tense.

Li Cunxiao wasn't that anxious yet, and upon hearing this, he quickly reassured him:
"Shuyi, please don't misunderstand. I've recently gained some insights into alchemy, but since it involves our sect's divine skills, and walls have ears, I had no choice but to do this."

"I see," Ye Shuyi breathed a sigh of relief, but after regaining her composure, she couldn't help but be somewhat surprised:

"Is it the 'Nine Revolutions Flowing Pearl Nine Elixir Scripture'?"

She was excited at first, but then she became somewhat worried.

“Junior brother…Sanlang, divine skills cannot be passed on lightly. Even though you are a direct disciple of Master Taiyi, it is not appropriate to make an exception.”

"Don't worry, Shuyi," Li Cunxiao said with a smile, leading her to sit down.

"I have already consulted with my master and senior master, and there is no problem."

"Even the sect leader has agreed?"

Ye Shuyi was truly stunned, and some recent rumors surfaced in her mind. It was said that the sect leader had been visiting Qinglong Peak more often over the past year.

It is common knowledge that Yan Daotong and Taiyi Zhenren have a good relationship. The only variable is the newly admitted true disciple, Li Cunxiao, who is unparalleled in both alchemy and weapon crafting and has extraordinary talent, and will become the next master of the Azure Dragon Sect.

Given the latter's terrifying cultivation speed, some have even speculated whether Xue Tianyun's position as the chief disciple will be challenged, and whether there will be further turmoil in the future leadership of the Louguan Sect.

Although Ye Shuyi was Li Cunxiao's fiancée, she felt that these were all nonsense from a carefree person and not to be believed.

Now, hearing it directly from the other party, that the sect leader had given the green light to a true disciple like Li Cunxiao even for such a confidential matter as the transmission of divine skills, he couldn't help but feel somewhat shaken.

However, Li Cunxiao didn't give her much time to lose focus. As he shared his insights on controlling the alchemical fire and refining medicinal properties, Ye Shuyi immediately became engrossed. At times, her delicate eyebrows arched and her bright eyes lit up with sudden enlightenment.
Sometimes she would tap her pearly teeth against her cherry lips, and sometimes she would furrow her brow in deep thought.

There was no sweet talk or tender affection;
However, they all expressed their own opinions and discussed and debated with each other in a lighthearted manner.

They talked from noon until dusk, when the sun set in the west, the setting sun reflected the moon, and the afterglow shone on the wall. Only then did the two of them suddenly realize something.

"It's already this late," Li Cunxiao said, still somewhat unsatisfied.

It must be said that Ye Shuyi is an excellent student.

Highly talented, with strong comprehension, and extremely perceptive in Daoist alchemy, grasping the key points instantly.

After an afternoon, Li Cunxiao had also gone through his own knowledge in response to the other party's questions, and gained a lot of insights.

Of course. Another thing he doesn't want outsiders to know is that his fiancée's adoring gaze greatly satisfied his vanity.

This is the unique marital romance that belongs to the two of them.

"Sanlang, won't teaching me like this take up too much of your cultivation time?"

Ye Shuyi felt that the afternoon had passed quickly and was also very happy. Looking back, she felt both reluctant to leave and a little embarrassed.

"It's alright. There's no use in rushing the cultivation of the Profound Gate Realm. The right way is to combine work and rest."

"That makes sense, the Profound Gate Realm... Hmm?"

Ye Shuyi was taken aback.

"The Mysterious Pass Realm?"

The beautiful woman's face showed a surprised expression, which Li Cunxiao found rather cute.

Without saying much, with a thought, the Azure Dragon Spirit Form flew out of the Divine Palace and surrounded the two of them.

The unique power of the primordial spirit permeated the flower hall, and although it was early winter, Ye Shuyi felt as if she were in the warmth of spring.

A gentle breeze rustles the willows, the sun shines warmly, and you can even smell the fresh scent of grass and trees.

All of this was, of course, just an illusion, an effect of the power of her primordial spirit on her perception. This method could also be used in battle.

This is why a seventh-realm warrior seems like an insurmountable barrier to warriors of the first six realms.

After all, the Ye family had ancestors who were immortals on land, and they had passed down a lot of notes and insights. Ye Shuyi quickly understood the current situation.

However, precisely because she knew all this, her shock did not lessen but rather intensified.

"A 20-year-old Xuan Guan martial artist... Even the senior brother couldn't do that back then."

Ye Shuyi murmured absentmindedly, reaching out her hand unconsciously. However, just before she touched the Azure Dragon's spiritual form, she came to her senses and withdrew her hand, blushing.

The spiritual form is the combination of a martial artist's true form and primordial spirit; in a sense, it is an extension of their true form.

Although she was his fiancée, such intimacy was still somewhat stimulating for a lady from a noble family.

In any case, cultivation level is fundamental to a martial artist.

There's not a word of it within the sect yet, and the fact that the other party is willing to be so honest speaks volumes about the trust they place in each other.

For a woman about to be married, this is enough to soothe her anxiety, even...

"Now that Sanlang has broken through the Xuan Guan and built the Divine Palace, is he planning to forge a divine weapon?"

Li Cunxiao was so engrossed in watching his fiancée's adorable reaction that he was stunned when he heard this. He realized that before he could even speak, she had already "walked into the lion's den."

At this point, he stopped being coy and spoke frankly:

"Yes. The raw material for my Dragon-Binding Rope was a complete seventh-tier fire dragon hide, which was a gift from Prince Li Yisheng of Jin."

"To forge a divine weapon, a considerable amount of gold essence is required, but fortunately, Master Uncle has been taking good care of it, and it's almost finished now..."

Before Li Cunxiao could finish speaking, Ye Shuyi pondered for a moment and then decisively spoke up:
"Sanlang's Dragon-Binding Rope is indeed extraordinary, and it is quite large. To refine it to a perfect quality, it must have enough gold essence."

"I will write a letter when I get back today, asking Father to bring some gold essence from the treasury. I have also saved some myself... ten catties, is that enough?"

"That's enough, that's enough," Li Cunxiao nodded quickly.

Yan Daotong had already promised him thirty catties of gold essence, and with this additional ten catties, that would make forty catties of gold essence. With his methods, this would be enough to completely transform the Dragon-Trapping Rope.

"But Shuyi, you'll be forging divine weapons yourself in the future. What will you do if you give all this gold essence to me?"

"Between husband and wife, honor and disgrace are one. Sanlang is my husband, how can you talk about 'you' and 'me'?"

Ye Shuyi smiled gently, like a lotus in clear water, not flamboyant, but refreshing.

Li Cunxiao finally couldn't restrain himself and pulled the beauty into his broad chest.

Feeling the warmth and softness in his arms, his original thoughts quietly changed.

"Shuyi".

"Ok?"

"Don't you have any divine weapons to protect you?"

Ye Shuyi tilted her head back, her face still flushed, looking like a little bird nestled against someone.

"Yes. Why are you suddenly bringing this up?"

“My master said that the Duke of Yue’s mansion has a seventh-tier water-elemental dragon-tiger bone. If my father-in-law agrees, I would like to forge a divine weapon to protect you.”

Ye Shuyi was slightly surprised, then obediently hummed in agreement.

She seemed to have no doubt that her father, Ye Jingneng, would be willing to part with a precious material, nor did she doubt that her fiancé had the ability to forge divine weapons.

After a brief exchange, neither of them spoke, enjoying the rare warmth and tranquility.

After this conversation, the young couple, who were about to get married, clearly grew closer.

It wasn't just an arranged marriage; it was also a tacit understanding that belonged only to the two of them.

Even at dinnertime, Li Cunxiao was still reluctant to let go of Ye Shuyi's hand, and led her to the backyard, where he gave instructions to the servants he had summoned:

“When I am not here, my wife shall make the decisions regarding matters at home.”

lady?

Li Cunxiao's marriage was not a secret within the sect. The servant disciples were only slightly surprised when they heard the news, but they dared not whisper and all bowed respectfully.

Yip Suk-yee comes from a prominent and wealthy family, and has seen many similar situations, so she naturally doesn't show any fear.

After looking at everyone, she then arranged dinner, marking her first time managing the backyard as the mistress of the house.

"Sister-in-law," Li Mucha chuckled, as if he were the happiest person about his elder brother's wedding.

Li Cunxiao felt the joyful atmosphere and once again felt peace and warmth in his heart.

In chaotic times, having a home, a haven from the storm, isn't that what I originally wanted when I started learning martial arts?
A family dinner, filled with joy and harmony.

The next day, having heard rumors, Guo Zhao arrived with gifts and immediately dropped a bombshell:
"Junior Brother Li, do you know that that traitor Zhu Quanzhong has done another absurd thing!"

(End of this chapter)