Immortality begins with raising apprentices

Chapter 151 Master's Family Heirloom
"Qingjun's origins are strange, and her background must be extraordinary. I dare not tell others. After all... she was born after I carried her for ten months."

Mao Qingzhu explained in detail, and Chen Ye expressed his understanding.

He was the same way, and didn't even dare to tell Mao Qingzhu that Qingjun was actually a descendant of a true dragon.

Once this news gets out, it will not only cause a huge uproar in the Yan Kingdom, but also in the entire Lingxu Realm and even the cultivation world!
only……

Chen Ye never expected that, even though Qingjun was not Mao Qingzhu's biological daughter, she still had such deep feelings for Qingjun.

After a moment's thought, Chen Ye had a vague guess:

Just like in a past life, after a mother gives birth to her offspring, she secretes a hormone that makes her love her child even more.

Perhaps something like this,

Qingjun's unconscious self-protective behavior affected the host's mind, thus enabling her to grow up safely in childhood.

"Then, about the Xu family's treatment of hidden bloodline ailments?" Chen Ye asked tentatively.

This is the most crucial issue for his trip.

"It's true."

Mao Qingzhu nodded, but her expression showed no sign of relief; instead, it was filled with worry and helplessness.
"In Longmian Mountain, there is a cold pool. The water is icy cold, but it contains a peculiar power to soothe the soul. It was by that cold pool that I discovered... Qingjun."

"The water in that pool can temporarily suppress the wild energy in the blood of the Xu family members. I have used that pool to bathe Qingjun many times, and whenever that happens, she becomes exceptionally quiet and obedient, and stops crying."

Chen Ye listened very attentively.

As the saying goes, the antidote is sure to be found within ten steps.

Since Qingjun's dragon egg is in the icy pool, the icy pool might be there to suppress Qingjun's bloodline.

But before Chen Ye could breathe a sigh of relief, Mao Qingzhu gave another bitter smile: "However... this cold pool water can only treat the symptoms, not the root cause. It can only temporarily calm the rage, but it cannot eradicate it. To cure it completely, I'm afraid... it's as difficult as climbing to heaven."

"Thank you for informing me, Sister Qingzhu."

Chen Ye was somewhat disappointed, but it was better than being helpless.

"Brother Ye, you..."

Seeing Chen Ye's relieved expression, Mao Qingzhu felt a pang of emotion, but didn't know what to say.

Clearly, Qingjun was her child... even if they weren't born of blood, he had lived in her womb for ten months.

But this man in front of me treats Qingjun like his own daughter…

Her feelings were complicated, and tinged with a strangeness.

Mao Qingzhu took a deep breath and said, "Could it be that Qingjun has fallen ill again? In the Xu family, the symptoms usually don't become severe until they reach adulthood. That's why I didn't tell you beforehand. I was planning to wait until Qingjun came of age and then find a way to take her to the Dragon Sleeping Cold Pool..."

Chen Ye shook his head: "It's just a precaution. I don't want to wait until Qingjun falls ill before I can come up with a solution."

Mao Qingzhu was stunned.

Brother Ye... is too cautious.

However, with him protecting Qingjun, she felt at ease.

"Now that this matter is settled, I will not disturb you any longer and will take my leave. We can have a proper discussion after Sister Qingzhu has finished her bath."

Having resolved his doubts, Chen Ye dared not linger any longer. He bowed and carefully retreated.

Mao Qingzhu found it amusing at first when she saw his respectful appearance, as if he wanted to bow down to the ground. She thought to herself that Ye Di was a really honest man, still so reserved even at a time like this.

But when Chen Ye stepped back to the beaded curtain, her gaze shifted slightly downwards, and her gentle and charming face flushed bright red in an instant.

He... he had been doing this all along, was it to cover something up?

Mao Qingzhu felt her cheeks burning and quickly looked away, feeling both ashamed and angry. This idiot, really…

He's already quite old, and he's a Qi Refining Level 7 cultivator, so why is his willpower so weak?
At his age, and having spent so many years struggling in the mundane world, he still reacted with the uncontrollable intensity of a young man in this situation… that intense yang energy that could be felt even through his clothes…

"Wait, it seems that Brother Ye is still a virgin?"

Mao Qingzhu's phoenix eyes widened suddenly.

How can it be?

How could there be a man in the late stage of Qi cultivation who is still pure Yang in middle age?

“No wonder…” Mao Qingzhu bit her wet red lips, a hint of apology in her voice, “I’m sorry to Yedi.”

Perhaps it's to take good care of Qingjun.

He has always maintained a clean and virtuous character...

However, Mao Qingzhu overlooked the fact that she was a Foundation Establishment cultivator and also possessed a primordial yin body.

……

"strangeness……"

After leaving the bathhouse, Chen Ye was puzzled.

Although he has the desires of a normal man, he is by no means a person who lusts after beautiful women.

Why do I often lose control in front of Li Qiuyun and Mao Qingzhu?
Chen Ye looked into his dantian and saw that the spiritual energy within it was restless and the yang energy was abundant, as if a hot water bottle was placed against his lower abdomen.

“Yuanyang? No wonder… no wonder…”

Chen Ye blushed. He finally understood why he had been so distracted lately, and why he found it hard to control himself when he saw beautiful female cultivators like Li Qiuyun and Mao Qingzhu.

His body's vital energy was far more vigorous than that of ordinary people!

Having accumulated yang energy for forty years, and now, as his cultivation progresses and his blood and qi become more vigorous, this primordial yang power can no longer be suppressed. At the slightest disturbance, it is like dry wood meeting a raging fire.

Chen Ye was inwardly groaning. He was now focused on the Dao and only wanted to cultivate and level up his two disciples in peace. He had no time to think about such romantic matters.

"No, this matter must be resolved as soon as possible! Even if I have no intention of doing this, I cannot ignore the normal physiological reactions of my body."

Chen Ye made up his mind.

The solution is not to destroy the primordial yang.

In the cultivation world, it has long been rumored that maintaining a pure yang body is beneficial for foundation building.

Chen Ye, who aspired to the Great Dao, would not resort to desperate measures. He took out Zhiwei's jade pendant.

This jade pendant was a gift from Mao Qingzhu. It has the effect of calming the mind and soothing the spirit, which is perfect for Chen Ye at this time.

When he stepped out of the bath, Xiao He was already waiting outside with a clean blue robe in her hands.

Her expression was somewhat complicated: "You... never mind, put on this outfit, and Madam will be waiting for you in the private room."

Xiaohe is Mao Qingzhu's confidante, and Mao Qingzhu had already informed Xiaohe about Chen Ye's identity in advance.

But... even now, Xiaohe still hasn't come to her senses.

A man actually entered the lady's bath!

What shocked Xiaohe the most was that the mentally challenged Xiaotao was actually a spy for Tingfeng Pavilion!

Chen Ye felt a little embarrassed when he saw Xiao He secretly looking him over. After he changed his clothes...

Xiaohe continued, "Fellow Daoist Chen, although Xiaoli and the other maids are loyal to Madam, they are too shallow and lack cultivation, and are prone to accidentally letting slip what is going on. I hope you will not reveal this matter, so as to avoid affecting Madam's reputation."

Chen Ye nodded.

This was probably Mao Qingzhu's intention. No wonder the maids in Jingxin Garden have all disappeared. It seems that Mao Qingzhu doesn't want others to know his identity.

Before long, Mao Qingzhu was dressed neatly and had regained her gentle and dignified appearance. However, when she saw Chen Ye, her beautiful phoenix eyes still drifted away unnaturally, and a blush remained on her cheeks.

Uh……

How come Mao Qingzhu's skin is thinner than that of a virgin?
He clearly didn't see anything...

Chen Ye inwardly complained, but remained calm on the surface, cupping his hands and saying, "Regarding Qingjun's matter, I hope Madam will put in more effort. The Xu family is already considering bringing Qingjun back to them. However... the Xu family is nothing short of a dragon's den and a tiger's lair for Qingjun."

Mao Qingzhu nodded slightly: "Yes. I have already made a decision on this matter. You don't need to worry. Qingjun is a member of the Mao family, not the Xu family! As for Qingjun's hidden illness, I originally thought that she was still young and planned to let her go to the Cold Pool in a few years... But since Brother Ye is worried, I will choose a day to take Qingjun to the Cold Pool myself."

Hearing Mao Qingzhu's assurance, Chen Ye breathed a sigh of relief.

Indeed, seeking out Mao Qingzhu on this trip was the right decision.

If he wanted to take Qingjun to the Xu family's cold pool, he would have to spend a lot of effort.

But for Mao Qingzhu, it was an easy task.

But... do the Mao family really approve of Qingjun?
Chen Ye had some doubts, but Mao Qingzhu was Qingjun's mother, so she could be considered one of his own. He immediately asked without hesitation:

"If the Mao family recognized Qingjun, why would they imprison Qingzhu and forbid you from bringing Qingjun back?"

"This……"

Mao Qingzhu's eyes flickered slightly, a hint of shame in them.
"Actually... it's because I've always refused to reveal who Qingjun's father is. He thought Qingjun was the descendant of some shady man, so he... preferred not to acknowledge Qingjun rather than risk the Mao family."

Chen Ye seemed to realize something and gave a wry smile.

Yes, in Mao Gaoyuan's eyes, his daughter's refusal to reveal the child's father was too easy for him to misunderstand.

The fact that the daughter refuses to reveal the father's identity suggests that the father's identity is in danger.
"That's true... Where did Qingjun get her father?"

"Ugh……"

……

Shenwu Valley is difficult to enter, but easy to leave.

With Mao Qingzhu's arrangement, he successfully boarded the Mao family's carriage and left the valley.

She might even be able to enter the valley at will in the future, thanks to Xiao Tao's identity.

By the time we returned to the herb garden of the Herbal Pavilion, it was already late at night.

The herbal medicine shop had already closed down, so he easily entered the herb garden hut through the side door.

The two apprentices are still awake.

Especially Qingjun, who is still refining pills!

The white-haired girl's face was full of seriousness. She imitated Chen Ye's usual manner, her little hands forming hand seals as she carefully controlled the fire in the furnace.

He would occasionally look down at the Hundred Herbs Elixir Classic on his knees, muttering something to himself.

"Master!"

Upon seeing Chen Ye return, the two girls' eyes lit up simultaneously.

They never expected that their master would return in just one day!
Qingjun thought her master wouldn't be back for several days, but the unexpected result made the little girl feel inexplicably happy.

Isn't this just Master having a few extra days to spend with them for no reason?

Qingjun immediately dropped the medicinal herbs she was holding and ran to Chen Ye with a jade bottle in her hands, as if presenting a treasure: "Master, look! These are the meridian-protecting pills that Qingjun refined today, there are five of them! They are all of medium grade!"

Chen Ye took the jade bottle; it had a rich, fragrant aroma and was of excellent quality.

He was shocked; this little girl truly possessed astonishing talent in alchemy.

Moreover, the various arts of immortal cultivation, such as alchemy and body refinement, would take up time for ordinary cultivators and hinder their cultivation progress.

But this wasn't a problem for Qingjun.

This is because Qingjun will only reveal her extraordinary talent as she grows older. At this time, her cultivation is still slow, so it would be better for her to use her time to practice other skills.

Chen Ye patted Qingjun's little head and laughed, "Our Qingjun is really amazing. From now on, Master's pills will all depend on you."

"Hmph, of course!" Qingjun proudly puffed out her little chest. "But Master has to exchange it for something delicious!"

At this point, the little girl glanced at her master's storage bag, and seeing that her master had not yet expressed himself, her eyes narrowed into slits.

How could Chen Ye not know Qingjun's thoughts?
Every time he went out, he would bring Qingjun different delicious treats when he came back; these were his little surprises for Qingjun.

"Hehe... This is a specialty of Moon Rhinoceros Lake, lotus seed fruit! Qingjun, you've never had it before, have you?"

Chen Ye, as if by magic, pulled a wooden box from his pocket and handed it to Qingjun.

"! They actually hid here!"

The little girl thought it was in a storage bag, so she quickly jumped up and snatched the wooden box from her master's hands.

Seeing the joy on her junior sister's face, Zhiwei's lips curved slightly, but her eyes dimmed somewhat.

But the next moment, her master stuffed a bag into her little hand:
"These clothes are for Zhiwei. She's been working so hard these past few days."

Chen Ye naturally did not forget his eldest disciple.

Taking care of one child is easy; you can give them whatever they want.

But when taking care of two children, you have to be careful to be impartial and treat them equally.

The eldest girl, who had received a gift from her master, seemed to regain some color in her pale face. She silently accepted the clothes and said calmly, "Thank you, Master."

Chen Ye stroked his chin and looked Zhiwei up and down: "It should be Master thanking Zhiwei. Isn't Zhiwei wearing beautiful clothes for Master to admire?"

"!"

The eldest disciple immediately lowered his head, his voice soft.

"No... not..."

The little girl squinted, examining the clothes in her senior sister's hands, then at the lotus seeds in her own. She pouted, her expression ambiguous, and said, "Hmph!"

I don't know if he was humming it for his senior sister or for his master.

Fortunately, she was in a good mood and was already happily shaking the bell.

As she shook him, the little girl noticed something was wrong again: "Master! Why are you wearing my senior sister's jade pendant around your neck!"

The older girl couldn't help but look up; wasn't that the jade pendant?
Ever since Mao Qingzhu gave it to her, she had kept it around her neck and wore it close to her body until her master said he wanted to use it as a keepsake, at which point she took it off and gave it to her master.

How come it's hanging around Master's neck now? And it's placed next to that gold medal.

"Master..." the eldest girl couldn't help but ask softly.

Chen Ye nodded: "This jade pendant will be of great use to Master... How about this, Master, give this gold medal to Zhiwei as an exchange?"

He stroked the gold medal around his neck with his fingers. The medal held deep meaning for him, but he was sure that Zhiwei would keep it safe if he gave it to her.

She was his eldest disciple, so it was fitting to pass this family heirloom to her.

"A gold medal?" Qingjun hesitated as she shook the bell.

Chen Ye, assuming she didn't know the significance of the gold medal, immediately explained:
"This gold medal was made by my master's wife for him. He has worn it since he was a child and it can be called his family heirloom."

Ok?
It seems there's only one gold medal... What should we do?
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　　I'm guilty; I promised to update more frequently, but I haven't done so yet.

　　I dare not make any promises. I will make promises after I have accomplished them. (Maybe, perhaps, maybe I will try my best tomorrow. The author's mind has been muddled lately, and I don't know why.)
　　
　
(End of this chapter)