Fairy, please have some self-respect. I am not the reincarnation of your deceased husband.

Chapter 144 Grandmaster: So my disciple has fallen into your hands?

"Let's go."

Pei Wanyun stood up and gently straightened her husband's clothes before leaving, her movements light and natural: "Your grandmaster lives not far away, in Guijue Ridge near Yuling Peak."

"I'll take you there; it'll take about half an hour."

"Guijue Ridge?"

Chen Lianshu couldn't help but become curious.

I've heard that the area is mostly inhabited by retired peak masters and elders, making it one of the forbidden areas of the Jade Jade Sect.

To prevent any juniors from disturbing them, no disciple is allowed to approach them, let alone enter, unless permission is granted.

"Um."

Pei Wanyun responded calmly and withdrew her hand: "Your grandmaster prefers quiet and has never liked to associate with others."

"Especially after he passed the position of peak master to me, he moved there on his own."

The two walked out of the side hall.

Since the destination of this visit is a secluded place of a sect, where strict rules of tranquility must be observed, it is natural that no spirit pets can be brought along.

Therefore, Xueyan and Su Jiu'er were both left on Jade Spirit Peak.

Walking down the stone steps and exiting the Jade Spirit Peak gate, Pei Wanyun used her spiritual power to lift her husband and fly deeper into the mountain.

The sea of ​​clouds surged, and the mist swirled around.

Pei Wanyun's black hair was gently blown by the wind.

Because the two were so close, strands of hair brushed against Chen Lianshu's face, carrying a pleasant fragrance but causing a slight itch.

"This is where most of the Supreme Elders reside."

"Even the Three Pure Ones Elders of our sect are among them."

"So be careful later."

Once the two arrived at Guijue Ridge, Pei Wanyun began to explain.

"you also--"

She paused, then added, "Don't be nervous. You are the person I chose. Your grandmaster will trust my judgment."

"That's true."

Chen Lianshu wasn't nervous at all; instead, she made a joke.

"Master, your judgment is excellent."

The one who was truly nervous was Pei Wanyun.

Those words were less meant for Chen Lianshu and more meant to comfort himself.

However, after hearing this, her initial tension eased considerably, and she playfully retorted, "You're so glib."

As the two continued deeper into the area, the surrounding scenery became increasingly serene.

Unlike the elegant Jade Spirit Peak, the mountain they arrived at was more isolated, with mist lingering around it year-round and few inhabitants.

Scattered bamboo groves, wildflowers, and medicinal herbs dot the mountainside, adding a touch of life to the otherwise desolate peak.

The two landed in front of the mountain gate and began to hike up the mountain.

Halfway up the mountain, we came to a bamboo courtyard.

The courtyard is small, surrounded by a bamboo fence, and contains only a simple tiled house.

A ginkgo tree stands in the courtyard, its golden leaves carpeting the ground, contrasting beautifully with the blue tiles and white walls.

Even just stopping outside the courtyard, one can already smell an extremely rich aroma of tea and medicine.

Judging solely from this residence, one would never guess that the owner was once the peak master of Jade Spirit Peak; he seems more like a reclusive hermit.

"What brings you here, girl?"

Suddenly a cold, sharp voice came from inside the room.

The only person who could call Pei Wanyun "girl" was her grandmaster Deng Yuci, whom she was visiting on this trip.

Chen Lianshu looked in the direction of the sound and saw a woman dressed in plain clothes walking out of the house.

The woman appeared to be in her early thirties, with a sword-like intent and coldness in her eyes.

Although her jet-black hair was tied up with a wooden hairpin, most of it still draped over her fragrant shoulders, making her appear aloof and otherworldly.

As the other person approached, a bitter scent of medicine mixed with tea wafted over them.

However, the taste was not unpleasant at all; on the contrary, it was refreshing and invigorating, making one feel relaxed and happy.

Chen Lianshu was slightly taken aback.

Based on appearance and temperament alone, the one described by the Grandmaster and Master doesn't seem to resemble him at all.

Moreover, this aura was even more intense than the coldness emanating from Mu Qianxue.

"Master."

Pei Wanyun stepped forward, her tone unusually affectionate, with a touch of girlish coquetry: "I've brought my newly accepted disciple to see you."

"?"

Deng Yuci did not reply, but instead looked past Pei Wanyun and went straight to Chen Lianshu.

Those eyes swept up and down, as if sizing up this new grand-disciple.

Chen Lianshu stepped forward at the opportune moment and bowed respectfully: "Junior Chen Lianshu greets Grandmaster."

Deng Yuci remained silent, instead directly revealing her grand-disciple's aptitude: "A Golden Core with four spiritual roots? But how come his bone age is so young?"

However, unlike her cold and indifferent voice, her tone of voice was extremely gentle, creating a striking contrast.

"He has a decent appearance."

Deng Yuci immediately withdrew her gaze, turned around and walked into the house: "Come in."

Pei Wanyun glanced at her husband and whispered, "Let's go."

inside the house.

The furnishings were extremely simple.

It was even simpler than the residence where Chen Lianshu had lived in the outer gate.

A wooden table, a few bamboo chairs, a calligraphy scroll with the words "The highest virtue is like water" hanging on the wall, and some tools for grinding medicines and herbs.

So simple, it's impossible to tell that this was once a cultivator who led a peak.

Deng Yuci sat down in the main seat, while Pei Wanyun pulled her husband to sit down beside her.

"Master, this is a spiritual tea that I brought especially for you."

Chen Lianshu took out the tea canister he had brought.

"Yes, that's thoughtful of you."

If it were any other gift, Deng Yuci would naturally not accept it, but since it was tea, it was different.

After all, it's a token of appreciation from a younger generation.

However, as she accepted it, she glanced at Pei Wanyun, as if she realized that this was actually prepared by her disciple to please her.

However, she quickly turned her attention back to Chen Lianshu.

Deng Yuci smiled slightly and nodded in satisfaction: "You're not afraid of people."

Chen Lianshu chuckled as well: "Grandmaster won't eat people, what am I afraid of?"

Upon hearing this, Deng Yuci laughed out loud, a stark contrast to her aloof appearance.

She opened the tea canister, smelled it, and said with satisfaction, "The tea is good. Next time, don't spend so much money."

"Yes."

Although the other party appeared gentle and easy to get along with, Chen Lianshu was still somewhat reserved because he was not yet familiar with his master's temperament.

Pei Wanyun took the initiative to strike up a conversation with the other party.

The master and apprentice chatted for a long time, with Chen Lianshu occasionally chiming in, and the atmosphere gradually became harmonious.

Suddenly, Deng Yuci looked at Chen Lianshu again: "Do you know how to play chess?"

"?"

This sudden question startled Chen Lianshu for a moment, but he reacted quickly: "Reporting to Grandmaster, I know a little."

"Then play a game with this old woman."

Deng Yuci got up, took a chessboard from the cabinet, placed it in front of the two of them, and instructed Pei Wanyun, who was standing to the side, "Wanyun, go and brew some tea."

"I can handle this."

Chen Lianshu was about to get up when Deng Yuci stopped him.

"Oh, by the way, go check in the backyard to see if that jar of peach blossom wine is ready yet."

"it is good."

Pei Wanyun did not put on airs after becoming the peak master, and still obediently responded to his orders.

As she got up and went to the backyard, only the two of them remained in the house.

The atmosphere became somewhat awkward for a moment.

Chen Lianshu didn't know what to talk about with his grandmaster in front of him.

How about we chat about tea to please them?

He didn't understand either, which made him seem deliberate.

Deng Yuci noticed her grand-disciple's embarrassment and placed a black piece first: "Your master has been stubborn since childhood. Once he's made up his mind, not even ten oxen can pull him back."

Chen Lianshu looked at the chessboard and placed a piece as well: "Master, she—that's indeed the case."

Deng Yuci placed another piece, her tone flat: "I thought she would never come to her senses in this lifetime."

She paused, then looked up and re-examined Chen Lianshu: "I didn't expect to be the one who stumbled with you."

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