Minglong

Chapter 323 At this very moment, it's just like...

"what?"

Xie Jinhuan was taken aback. After carefully observing the expression, he realized that the person who had been summoned was the Great Immortal Zisu. His expression immediately froze.
"Uh... I knew it was you, that's why I called you 'good sister'..."

Lin Zisu isn't Momo-jie; she should stand up straight, head held high, chest out.

"Still pretending, huh? You secretly touched my grandmaster's butt, and you still want to fool me? Do you believe I'll tell Auntie about this?"

At this point, Lin Zisu felt something was amiss and leaned closer to whisper:
"My aunt wouldn't know, would she? Good heavens...you adults are just... "

Xie Jinhuan wiped the rain off her face, feeling a little embarrassed, and slightly raised her hand:

"It's a long story. Your aunt isn't really a disciple. She used to have connections in the capital and got a nominal position as a disciple of the Crescent Moon Manor. Now she's officially a junior sister..."

Lin Zisu was a little shocked, but having read many miscellaneous books like "The Demoness's Three Tricks on Xie Lang," she wasn't really that surprised. She frowned upon hearing this and said:
"What kind of talk is this? A direct disciple is a direct disciple. If my aunt becomes a junior sister, then she's a collateral uncle of the Crescent Moon Manor. How can I rightfully be the young master?"

"Uh……"

"Alright, Young Master Xie, go explain these things to Empress Dowager Guo. Anyway, it has nothing to do with me..."

Xie Jinhuan felt rather awkward and changed the subject:
"Hmm...you want to see the world, right? How about I show you around? There are lots of fun things up ahead."

Lin Zisu was clearly more interested in this, and she pulled on her sleeves and ran outside:

"Let's go, let's go, Auntie will come to relieve us later, then I won't be able to play."

"Guji?"

Coal Ball quickly shook his head and looked towards the grilled fish stall...

……

A moment later, on the street.

Xie Jinhuan held up an oil-paper umbrella, shielding the person and the bird from the air.

Lin Zisu drove her elegant and charming car, carrying a paper bag containing grilled silver fish pieces. She took a bite with a bamboo skewer and nodded in satisfaction.

"It tastes really good, but since Master has taken the Bigu Pill, he doesn't have much of an appetite. Besides, Master doesn't need to break through his cultivation level, so why is he eating this?"

"Uh... it's easier to travel when you're out and about without needing to eat or resupply."

"is it?"

Lin Zisu nodded with some skepticism, fed the hungry coal ball a bite with a bamboo skewer, and then offered a piece of fish to Xie Jinhuan's mouth:
"You should try some too. I'll save the rest for my aunt; she's definitely never had any before."

Xie Jinhuan was a little embarrassed by what had just happened, so he opened his mouth and laughed:
"It's more comfortable to eat here in person. You and Wanyi should focus on your training. With your skills and my money-making speed, you'll improve your strength in no time. Then I'll take you here for a stroll."

Lin Zisu also felt that her master's body was somewhat inconvenient, since her chest was a bit heavy and swayed as she walked. She was a little embarrassed and didn't know how to suppress it, so she could only cover herself with her sleeve. She nodded in agreement.
“Alright. Speaking of which, Dragon Bone Beach is rich in rare and precious herbs. Is there a medicinal herb market here? I’ll go see if I can find anything good. Maybe I can come up with a new prescription.”

Xie Jinhuan had only just arrived, so upon seeing this, he naturally didn't say much. He took Zisu and inquired along the way before heading to the port market.

Longyun Port is a place for import and export trade. Not only are there rare and precious materials from all over Longgutan, but caravans from the south also trade here. You can find almost all the items needed for cultivation here.

Xie Jinhuan brought Zisu to the market, which showed that this place was directly under the jurisdiction of Yanbo City. Disciples patrolled the area. The interior was huge, with thousands of sheds set up, displaying magical artifacts, books, ores, medicinal herbs, pills, birds and beasts, and so on. There was also a large hall in the very center.

Because the methods of cultivation are loosely regulated, many items that are strictly prohibited by the orthodox path can be seen in the market, such as the art of lovemaking, demonic scriptures, and even things unsuitable for children.

Lin Zisu originally wanted to study the medicines produced in Baihua Forest, but was quickly pulled away by the adults. After being dazzled by the sights for a while, the two arrived at the central hall, which was full of top-quality goods. However, if they wanted to find immortal herbs such as Jiazi Lotus, they would have to try their luck at the Shangji Auction House in Yanbo City.

Xie Jinhuan glanced around and found that there were indeed many treasures like the Dragon Yang Flower, but nothing worth stopping for. He was a little disappointed. Just as he was wandering around with Zisu, the ghost suddenly appeared beside him, gesturing with its eyes to a spot not far away:

"Oh my, this lady is beautiful, with a curvy figure and juicy body. She also seems to be a virtuous and upright Confucian scholar. She's definitely to your liking."

"Ok?"

Xie Jinhuan followed the gaze and saw a woman in a green dress looking for medicinal herbs such as dragon yang flower among the crowd on the west side of the hall.

The woman in the green robe was dressed in the standard attire of a woman from the martial arts world. She wore a veiled hat and carried a sword on her back. Her demeanor was very mature and composed, showing no trace of feminine gentleness or charm.

But her figure was outstanding. Her green robe was like spring water, and the front of her garment was like a majestic distant mountain. Under the neat fabric, it formed two plump semicircles. Her waist was bound by a belt, and below that was a waterfall flowing over the full moon of her skirt.

The woman was meticulous from head to toe, exuding a unique scholarly air, or rather, a righteous spirit that embodies the saying "a person's inner beauty shines through their knowledge," quite different from the ethereal aura of the iceberg. Yet, both gave off an air of unapproachability, much like a female scholar from a family of learned men...

Ye Hongshang leaned closer and urged:
"Aren't you going to strike up a conversation? Same as before, if you can find out her name, I'll let you kiss me, and you can kiss me wherever you want."

?

Upon hearing this, Xie Jinhuan's mind was already filled with a hundred ways a ghost could befriend people, but this woman seemed to be a Confucian master.

Confucianism is the head of the three teachings. Although it may seem to have little presence, that's because they are busy being officials and governing the country and don't associate with those who practice Taoism. However, there are many hidden talents and ruthless individuals among them. Moreover, Zisu is also with them, so it would be inappropriate to go and strike up a conversation.

However, Lin Zisu was no fool. She was studying the old ginseng when she noticed Xie Jinhuan looking elsewhere. She glanced at him and then her eyes lit up:
"This lady has such a great presence..."

Xie Jinhuan quickly raised his hand: "Don't make jokes like this when we're out and about. What if someone hears us?"

Seeing that Xie Jinhuan was embarrassed to meet people from the martial arts world, Lin Zisu volunteered and went over directly to him:
"Is this lady picking out medicinal herbs?"

Xie Jinhuan was taken aback, not expecting Zisu to be so socially awkward, and immediately took on the role of bodyguard, following behind.

The woman in green, who was searching for medicinal herbs, noticed the dignified and intellectual-looking woman with glasses approaching and looked slightly puzzled.
"And who is this young lady?" Lin Zisu had long wanted to roam the martial world, but her mother wouldn't allow it. Now, driving a large cart, she felt more confident and cupped her hands in a traditional martial arts greeting:
"I am Lin Sangu, also known in the martial arts world as the 'Poisonous Hand Pill Saint.' What kind of pill do you wish to refine, sister?"

"Poisonous Hand... Pill Saint?"

Upon hearing them introduce themselves, the woman in green clearly mistook them for novice martial artists, but she didn't get angry; instead, she calmly instructed them:

"There are many hidden masters in this world. The number of reclusive experts who have come to Dragon Bone Beach this time is countless, and there are some I have never heard of. However, there should be no one who calls himself a 'Saint'. Besides, I am old enough to be your grandmother. If you don't mind, you can call me senior."

grandmother?

Xie Jinhuan did see her grandmother, but judging from her height, she couldn't possibly be older than her sister, who was in her forties or fifties. If that's what she said, then she was probably one of the reclusive masters from the Immortal Ascension Realm.

Furthermore, given that the other party was likely from the Confucian school, a place teeming with hidden talents, Xie Jinhuan felt a greater sense of seriousness and cupped his hands in greeting:

"My young lady is self-taught and has only recently entered the world. Please forgive her for any offense, senior. However, my young lady's alchemy skills are indeed remarkable. If you have any needs, senior, perhaps she can be of assistance."

The woman in green glanced briefly at the 'master and servant' and the speckled chicken tilting its head to examine them. Seeing that the two were quite skilled, she responded:

"We need some medicine to counteract the aphrodisiac. Does Miss Lin have any effective remedies?"

"Lustful poison..." Xie Jinhuan was taken aback upon hearing this and began to scrutinize the female teacher in green again.

Lin Zisu was also a little surprised. She glanced at the atmosphere briefly and replied:
"Sister, your skin is as smooth as jade, your breathing is steady, and you possess an aura of righteousness. There are no signs of being poisoned by lust. However, judging from your voice and demeanor, you seem a little melancholy. You must be burdened by something and have been depressed for many years. I happen to have a 'Smiling Face Powder' here. After you finish it, I guarantee..."

"Hey..."

Xie Jinhuan, fearing that this older sister would chase him for three thousand miles while laughing, quickly pulled Zisu back:
"My young lady is quite kind-hearted, please don't mind her, senior. Um... what kind of antidote do you need, senior?"

Seeing that the bespectacled woman, whose words still sounded childish, actually possessed some skill in 'observation, listening, questioning, and palpation', the woman in green no longer underestimated her:

"A knot in the heart cannot be cured by pills alone, and I appreciate Miss Lin's kindness. I came to Dragon Bone Beach to seek opportunities, but Dragon Emperor Cave has a large number of Lustful Locust Snakes, many of which are a hundred years old. These creatures are extremely poisonous, and even top-grade cultivators find them difficult to resist. Do you have a good remedy, Miss?"

The legendary leper snake is said to be a descendant of the dragon, but it only inherited the dragon's inherent lustful nature and has no other talents. Snake gall is the most lustful substance in the world and is often used to prepare aphrodisiacs or stimulants.

The Free and Unfettered Cave also sells dried erotic locust snakes, but they are all hybrid snakes that are only one or two years old. A genuine hundred-year-old erotic locust snake would probably arouse even a Fifth Realm Ancestor on the spot.

Upon hearing this request, Lin Zisu rolled her eyes and thought for a moment:
“I have a ‘Pill of Inability to Get Up’ here. Even if a man is bitten by a thousand-year-old lewd locust snake, he won’t have any reaction, but the price is that he will be unable to get up for a period of time. As for female cultivators… I haven’t researched it yet. Why don’t you leave your contact information, sister, and I’ll have him send the medicine to you in a few days?”

?

The woman in green, whose boobs seemed to be hidden beneath her collar, took a deep breath upon hearing these nonsensical names, and responded after a brief silence:
"If you have a good remedy, you can send someone to Yuezhuo Tower in Yanbo City. You will be well rewarded."

"no problem……"

……

Xie Jinhuan was a little curious about the woman's identity, and took the opportunity to interject:
"May I ask your title, senior? It will be easier to find you later."

Ye Hongshang hovered in front of him, scrutinizing him. Hearing the sound, she frowned.
"That doesn't count! You weren't the one who struck up the conversation."

Xie Jinhuan didn't care about all that; he just asked anyway.

The woman in green made no attempt to conceal herself and responded:
"Ye Yunchi of Qingming Sword Manor".

"Qing... um?"

Xie Jinhuan stumbled slightly, looked up at her senior sister who wasn't even pretending, and her eyes widened in surprise.

Lin Zisu knew her grandmaster's nickname and looked puzzled. Meiqiu made two "gurgling" sounds, probably meaning—she'd heard of it, a minor swordsmanship lineage from the south, with only three to five members per generation…

Seeing the strange expressions on their faces, Ye Yunchi asked:
"Have you heard of my name?"

Xie Jinhuan had never heard of her, but he had already met two female knights who traveled under the banner of Qingming Sword Manor, and both of them became his wives. Are the female knights from the south so perfunctory in their disguises?
Ye Hongshang hadn't expected this Confucian female knight-errant to dare to use this name. She glanced at her shapely waist and hips and urged her on:
"Oh my~ They've already given the secret code, aren't you going to go back and give her a favor, so you can make it into the three sisters of the Azure Sword Manor?"

"..."

Xie Jinhuan didn't want to harbor any evil thoughts, but this female knight was truly courting disaster, making her unforgettable. After some careful consideration, he responded:
"The water flows without striving, the clouds linger without hesitation; the name of this senior has a touch of Zen."

Ye Yunchi was slightly surprised: "Young hero, you are literate?"

"I am just a martial artist, I don't make a living by writing, but I did learn a little bit when I was young."

Ye Yunchi nodded slightly and did not linger:
"I also have some knowledge of literature. If you two go to Yanbo City in the future, you can visit Yuezhuo Tower. I have important matters to attend to, so I will take my leave now."

"Alright, senior, please take care. I will definitely pay you a visit when I arrive in Yanbo City."

Xie Jinhuan watched the senior sister, whose identity he did not know, leave, his mind filled with a jumble of thoughts.

Lin Zisu did the same, asking in a low voice:

"Does a female knight-errant always have to mention the name of the Azure Nether Sword Manor when she goes out? Was I unprofessional just now, acting like a novice?"

"That's true. From now on, you can call yourself Hua Manlou of Qingming Sword Manor. People will know that you don't want to reveal your identity."

"Oh, I've learned something..."

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(End of this chapter)