Immortality begins with raising apprentices

Chapter 153 Qingjun, Arrogant or Pathetic (Day 2 of 10,000 words)

The older girl quietly took out a small mirror from her storage bag.

In the mirror, there was a delicate and aloof face.

They do seem...too unapproachable.

So, is this why Master prefers Qingjun?
"Qingjun," Zhiwei called out, and when her junior sister turned her face in confusion, she added, "It's nothing..."

Qingjun looks energetic and is very cute and lovable.

"hateful!"

Qingjun ground her little tiger teeth, puffing up her cheeks in anger. How could her senior sister play tricks on her!

Everyone likes to bully her, right?

Chen Ye was naturally unaware of the matter concerning his two disciples and continued to coldly observe Xu Qingsong.

Xu Qingsong frowned inwardly.

What happened to this man?

He had assumed that bringing Xu Qingjun home would be a natural progression.

When Qingjun's hidden illness was mentioned last time, although the man pretended well, a hint of worry still showed in his eyes.

This is a conspiracy.

If Chen Ye has feelings for Qing Jun and knows that she has a hidden illness, he will definitely want to rely on the Xu family to solve Qing Jun's hidden illness.

If Chen Ye had no feelings for her, he would have wisely given up on Qingjun when faced with the behemoth that is the Xu family—after all, she was just a girl, how could she be more important than his own safety?

but,

When this person reappeared a month after disappearing, he seemed completely confident and composed!
Xu Qingsong wore a gentle smile, but his bright eyes were devoid of warmth, as if the man who had poured his heart and soul into his sister was nothing more than an insignificant rock by the roadside.

Seeing that Chen Ye remained silent, he took another step forward, lowering his voice even further:

“Deacon Chen, Qingsong already made the situation very clear last time. Qingjun’s hidden illness is no small matter. This matter concerns the secrets of my Xu family’s bloodline, and even more so, Qingjun’s life. Although you are her master, you are ultimately an outsider. Entrusting her to the family’s care is the safest course of action. Moreover… the Xu family will not stand idly by and watch its bloodline be lost to the outside world.”

These words, spoken in a grand and dignified manner, were both persuasion and a threat.

To Xu Qingsong's surprise, Chen Ye suddenly burst into laughter:

"I knew you came here to take Qingjun away... But I'm curious why your Xu family is fixated on a girl?"

Xu Qingsong smiled gently: "Qingjun is my sister, a blood relative. Besides, how can the bloodline of the Xu family be allowed to flow outside?"

Hearing this, Chen Ye couldn't help but laugh.

What are blood relatives?
Qingjun is just a stone egg!

"Fellow Daoist Xu, you are mistaken. We both know that Qingjun is not Xu Buhui's son. If that's the case, what reason does your Xu family have to take Qingjun away?"

“Since there is no blood relation, and I, Chen Ye, have raised her for nearly nine years, then who is the outsider?”

Chen Ye's voice was calm. As for Xu Qingsong's threat, it was like a gentle breeze passing over a hill, leaving no ripples in his heart.

"you!"

Xu Qingsong's face finally darkened.

He never expected that a spiritual plant cultivator with no background would dare to talk back to him like this.

He said coldly, "Sharp-tongued! Chen Ye, don't forget the difference in cultivation between us! It's not your place to interfere when my Xu family wants to take someone away!"

"Oh? So you resort to violence when you can't get the upper hand?"

Chen Ye raised an eyebrow, showing no fear whatsoever.
"Then I would like to ask, does Fellow Daoist Xu intend to forcibly seize this steward of the Herbal Peak on the territory of my Lingyin Sect?"

Xu Qingsong's fingers trembled slightly, his face turned ashen, and he stared intently at Chen Ye for a long time.

He knew that continuing the argument today would not bring him any benefit, but would only humiliate him.

But the departing figure carried a chilling aura, as if a storm was brewing.

Watching Xu Qingsong's departing figure, Chen Ye slowly exhaled a breath of stale air.

He knew that this matter would not end so easily.

But so what?
there is always a solution to a problem.

Besides, if he were to speak kindly to Xu Qingsong, would Xu Qingsong even hear him?

"Completely without any foundation?"

Chen Ye gently closed the courtyard gate, repeating Xu Qingsong's words.

Not necessarily...

He owes Luo Heng a debt of gratitude for his help in establishing his foundation, and he also has a fairly good relationship with Bai Susu...?
Including Mao Qingzhu, these are the three Foundation Establishment cultivators.

In addition,

Having left Yuexi Lake Market, He Qi had successfully broken through to the ninth level of Qi Refining. With the help of Foundation Establishment Pills, he might be able to establish his foundation in a few more years.

With Qingzhi as his puppet and his own various methods, he would likely be unmatched in the Qi Refining stage if he went all out.

"Master, Qingjun forgives you!"

Seeing the second brother leave, the little girl hurriedly ran out, crossed her arms, and looked up at Chen Ye with her little face.

In fact, Qingjun was very nervous and kept peeking through the window, afraid that her master would hand her over to bad people.

Seeing her master's unwavering attitude, she felt completely at ease.

Yes, how could Master not want the adorable Qingjun!
You must understand, Master Zhang is the old Taoist! There's no way he'd let Qingjun go!

"What have you forgiven me for this time?" Chen Ye asked, bewildered.

But then the little girl sighed sadly, "Alas... Qingjun is so pitiful."

Thinking about it this way, she couldn't help but feel sorry for herself.

"?" Although Chen Ye didn't understand Qing Jun's meaning, his hands were already itching to get started.

"Because of Master Chen, the Taoist priest!"

The little girl glared angrily at Chen Ye, then turned and ran away.

Chen Ye was stunned for a long time before he understood what Qing Jun meant, and his face immediately darkened.

soy Mujer!
……

In the following days, Rakurin returned to its usual tranquility.

Chen Ye did not mention the Xu family again, as if the conflict that day had never happened.

On ordinary days, he either cultivates himself or tells stories to his disciples.

There was something strange, though. Bai Susu seemed to have run into some trouble, and ever since Chen Ye returned to the Lingyin Sect, she hadn't seen the golden-haired ball of fur again.

[Qi-Nourishing Pill Completed: 1/200]

"Indeed, with the experience of refining the Meridian Protection Pill, refining the Qi Nourishing Pill will be twice as effective. Moreover, with the Hundred Herbs Furnace and the Grandmaster-level Evergreen Technique, the spiritual energy consumed in refining pills is far less than the normal requirement. In this way, one can easily improve their proficiency..."

Chen Ye examined the nine pills inside the Hundred Herbs Furnace.

Among them, there is one superior-grade, three medium-grade, and five inferior-grade.

He planned to feed the legendary top-grade pill to his disciple after he refined it.

In the past few days, he has refined nearly a hundred Qi-Nourishing Pills, which has already used up all the medicinal materials in Li Guangzong's storage bag.

"As for the superior grade, I'll make do with what I have." Chen Ye picked up the Qi-Nourishing Pill, which was still warm, and swallowed it while it was still fresh.

[Grandmaster of Evergreen Kung Fu: 2187/3200]

Once you reach the master level of proficiency, it usually takes several months to make a breakthrough.

However, his cultivation level did not improve as rapidly as before.

Previously, it took him less than two months to advance from the fourth level of Qi Refining to the sixth level.

Now, more than a month has passed, and his cultivation level is still stuck at the seventh level of Qi Refining.

"Sister Qiuyun, you're here!"

Outside, the enthusiastic voices of two girls could be heard.

Chen Ye got up and opened the door, only to see Li Qiuyun standing prettily at the door, but with a hint of worry in her eyes.

"Qiuyun, what's wrong? Did something happen?" Chen Ye noticed her unusual expression and his heart skipped a beat.

Li Qiuyun walked into the courtyard, glanced at Qingjun who was curiously looking at her, and then lowered her voice and said, "Uncle Chen, I... I've heard some rumors about you."

A hint of embarrassment appeared on her face: "Recently, someone in the sect has been spreading rumors that Uncle Chen... you are of questionable character, taking advantage of kindness to keep a member of the Xu family by your side, intending to curry favor with the Xu family and plot against them..."

Upon hearing this, Chen Ye's eyes turned cold.

There's no need to think; it's obvious that Xu Qingsong did this to deliberately annoy him.

“Of course it’s fake,” Chen Ye said calmly.

Looking into his open eyes, Li Qiuyun nodded without hesitation: "I definitely trust Uncle Chen."

She was already acquainted with Chen Ye when she was in Yunxifang, and she witnessed him struggling to survive with his two apprentices. How could she believe these rumors?

However, rumors can be a dangerous thing.

Unlike demonic sects like the Crossing Love Sect, the Lingyin Sect does not need to care about its reputation.

Chen Ye felt a warmth in his heart. After a moment of contemplation, he selectively told Li Qiuyun about his grudges with the Xu family and the true situation of Qing Jun.

Of course, he didn't mention a word about Qingjun being a descendant of a true dragon, only saying that he had a special constitution and that it was not the same as the so-called hidden illness of the Xu family.

After hearing this, Li Qiuyun suddenly realized what was going on, her pretty face filled with anger: "This Xu Qingsong is truly despicable and shameless! He's distorting the truth and has malicious intentions!" "It's alright, the innocent will clear themselves." Chen Ye waved his hand, "It's just that this matter might bring you some trouble, Qiuyun."

Li Qiuyun was his mentor and disciple, and was more or less influenced by him.

"Uncle Chen is joking."

Li Qiuyun shook her head. She looked at Chen Ye, her clear eyes filled with admiration.

"Qiuyun admires Uncle Chen's sense of responsibility. However... Uncle Chen, you are now the target of everyone's criticism, so you need to be more careful in your future actions. If you go to Taoshanfang, remember to be careful of the Xu family's schemes."

Chen Ye pondered for a moment. The Xu family only had a few Foundation Establishment cultivators. As long as no one came to establish their foundation, he was not afraid of the Xu family.

In addition, he has also received letters from Mao Qingzhu these days.

Although Mao Qingzhu could not stop certain members of the Xu family from plotting against her, such things are difficult to prevent.

However, it was still easy for her to target the few Foundation Establishment cultivators in the Xu family; after all, she was still the matriarch of the Xu family.

“I understand…” Chen Ye nodded.

"Yes, I will protect Uncle Chen!"

The girl patted her chest confidently, then changed the subject...
"Furthermore, according to the rules, I should go to the Hall of Affairs to report on my duties at the Herbal Pavilion. After that, I should prepare to go to Taoshanfang Herbal Garden to take up my post. I'll take Uncle Chen there!"

Are we going to Momoyama-bo soon...?

Chen Ye sighed inwardly at how quickly time had passed.

Without further delay, the two headed together toward the Hall of Affairs at Herbal Peak.

Inside the Hall of Affairs, several deacons in charge of general affairs had been waiting for a long time, including Tian Nong, who had been in charge of the assessment.

"Deacon Chen,"

When Tian Nong saw Chen Ye, a warm smile appeared on his face.
"I knew that Steward Chen would make a difference in coming to the sect! The people from the Herbal Pavilion in Yuexi Lake Workshop have sent word that they are praising Steward Chen's skills."

Chen Ye humbly cupped his hands in greeting: "Steward Tian, ​​you flatter me. I was merely doing what I was supposed to do."

"Haha, Deacon Chen, there's no need to be so modest."

Tian Nong stroked his beard and laughed.

"You've done far more than just fulfill your duty; just take the Hundred Wonders Garden for example, it's practically solved a major problem for the Herbal Peak!"

He took out a brand-new contribution jade token and an exquisite pill bottle from the jade plate beside him and handed them to Chen Ye: "This is a sect reward, thirty contribution points. In addition, there is a bottle of low-grade Qi-stabilizing pills as a reward."

Guyuan Pill!
Even inner disciples would have to pay a considerable price to obtain it, making it perfect for Chen Ye, who is in the late stage of Qi Refining.

Chen Ye was overjoyed and put it into his pocket.

"Furthermore, Steward Chen has been at the sect for almost three months, and it's time to start assigning him formal duties... I mentioned before the Linsong Herb Garden in Peach Mountain Quarter. I was originally in charge of this herb garden, but unfortunately, I'm preparing to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage, and after that, I won't be at the Linsong Herb Garden anymore. Therefore, we're in need of someone in charge. I've discussed this with the Peak Master, and we'd like to recommend you for the position of manager. What do you think?"

Tian Nong recounted the story in detail.

This kind of job is very different from the jobs Chen Ye had done at Baiqiyuan and Bencaoge before.

Once you go there, you'll stay at Linsong Medicinal Herb Garden for a long time until your next promotion.

Although leaving the Lingyin Sect would mean losing the sect's protection.

However, Chen Ye is a newly appointed steward and will be sent out sooner or later.

He hesitated for a moment, then solemnly cupped his hands and said, "I am grateful for your kind invitation, sir. I am willing to go."

Seeing that he agreed, Tian Nong smiled kindly and then talked with Chen Ye about the relevant matters of the Lin Song medicinal garden.

Chen Ye paused for a moment, then suddenly said, "Steward Tian, ​​I rent a Luoli Courtyard in the Lingyin Sect. I wonder if there is any way to make Luoli Courtyard permanently under my name?"

Non-vegetation, ruthless Practice makes perfect?
He and his disciple stayed at Luoli Courtyard for nearly three months, leaving behind many memories and developing a deep affection for the place.

Tian Nong pondered: "Generally, sects will assign long-term, free permanent housing to their stewards. But Luo Li Yuan... is of a higher level, but it's not impossible."

"Well, it's just a residence after all, not comparable to the Hundred Wonders Garden. Since Steward Chen has solved this problem for the Herbal Peak, then I will go to the Peak Master and grant you ten years of ownership of the Falling Pear Courtyard."

With Tian Nong's promise, Chen Ye felt reassured, and a genuine smile appeared on his face.

He exchanged a few more pleasantries with Tian Nong before leaving the Hall of Affairs, accompanied by Li Qiuyun.

"Uncle Chen, congratulations!" As soon as she stepped out of the Hall of Affairs, Li Qiuyun could no longer contain her joy, and a bright smile bloomed on her beautiful face. "Being the manager of Lin Song Herb Garden is a powerful position, and I don't know how many outer sect deacons are envious of it!"

Seeing that she was even happier than he was, Chen Ye smiled and said, "Congratulations to you too. In the future, I will have to rely on my niece Li to take good care of me at Linsong Herb Garden."

"!"

The moment the words "niece" were mentioned, Li Qiuyun's pretty face flushed red, and she glared at Chen Ye with a mixture of embarrassment and annoyance.

This girl is strange.

She felt perfectly comfortable calling herself Uncle Chen, but she felt extremely uncomfortable when he called her niece.

Chen Ye was inwardly grumbling.

The two chatted all the way and soon returned to Rakuri-in.

"Master!"

As soon as Chen Ye stepped into his home, two small figures rushed towards him like swallows returning to their nest.

Qingjun was still as boisterous as ever, her little face beaming with pride: "Master, you're back! Qingjun has broken through to the fourth level of Qi Refining! Almost as good as Senior Sister!"

Qingjun's breakthrough was within Chen Ye's expectations.

Since her last encounter in the Misty Forest, her bloodline has been activated and remains active, making a breakthrough a natural outcome.

However, Chen Ye was always worried that Qing Jun's hidden illness would flare up prematurely due to the increased activity of her bloodline.

Fortunately, looking at the clever and mischievous little girl in front of him, Chen Ye put aside his worries and couldn't help but hug Qingjun's slender waist.

"Master!!!"

The little girl blushed bright red and was lifted into the air by her master, flailing her arms and legs.

"Master, quickly put Qingjun down!"

Chen Ye gave Qingjun a deep kiss on the forehead and praised, "Qingjun is really good. Master will reward Qingjun!"

"Goo!"

After being kissed by her master's foul mouth, Qingjun was furious and pushed Chen Ye's face hard with her two small hands:

"Old Master Chen, stay away from Qingjun!"

"??? You've gone too far!"

This girl has no tact and always talks nonsense.

Chen Ye was angry, so he kissed Qingjun's fair face again before putting the little girl down in a huff.

Li Qiuyun covered her mouth and chuckled softly, then asked with some doubt, "Uncle Chen, what does this Old Taoist Chen mean? Was Uncle Chen a Taoist priest before?"

Li Qiuyun's mention of Chen Ye only made things worse. She couldn't help but glare at the little girl who was wiping her face. The little girl, not to be outdone, glared back at Chen Ye.

Who is this Zhang Laodao?

He's a complete pervert and bastard.

If Qingjun weren't still young and unaware of these matters...

Otherwise, Chen Ye would definitely give this traitor a good beating.

Chen Ye coughed lightly: "The little girl is talking nonsense, Qiu Yun, don't mind her."

Hearing this, Li Qiuyun didn't delve too deeply into it. She looked at the two girls and said with a smile, "You two will have to help Uncle Chen pack up his belongings properly."

The black-haired girl raised her small face, her fingers trembling slightly: "Sister Qiuyun, what... what does this mean?"

Li Qiuyun told the two girls in detail about her upcoming appointment at Taoshanfang.

Zhiwei's expression immediately fell, her small hands tightly gripping the hem of her clothes: "Going to Taoshanfang? Then... how long will it take?"

"It can take anywhere from six months to several years."

Chen Ye took over the conversation,

"But don't worry, Master has already asked the sect for the right to live in Luoli Courtyard for ten years. From now on, this will be our home in Lingyin Sect."

After he said that, both little dumplings lowered their heads in disappointment.

Without their master, is Rakurin still their home?

“Master…” Qingjun didn’t even bother to glare at her master anymore, and looked at Chen Ye with her little mouth pouting.

Chen Ye's heart skipped a beat, and he immediately realized that the two girls had misunderstood.

This was because Chen Ye had never brought his two apprentices with him when he took office, which led them to believe that they could not bring their families when they took office.

However, seeing that Qingjun seemed to have something to say, Chen Ye did not explain for the time being.

Instead, he looked at the little girl with a serious expression on his face.

"Eh? You..."

How could Li Qiuyun bear to see the two girls so upset? She immediately smiled and was about to speak, but Chen Ye stopped her temporarily:

"Qiuyun, I will explain everything to them..."

Chen Ye almost revealed a wicked smile.

This isn't him bullying Qingjun; it's just that Qingjun was so arrogant before.

That arrogant girl deserves to be bullied by her master!
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