Cultivation: I Forge Immortality with My Spiritual Eyes

Dark-skinned man's face darkened, and he abruptly turned around to look.

Upon recognizing Jiang Yi, he was first taken aback, then let out a sneer and coldly mocked:

"Who do we have here? It's Fellow Daoist Jiang. What's wrong? I didn't bother to cause you any trouble, but you've come to me on your own. Are you tired of living?"

"If you know what's good for you, get lost and stop getting in my way, or don't blame me for being impolite!"

"Fellow Daoist Jiang is a distinguished guest I invited; you're the one who should get lost!"

Qin Ruyi raised her eyebrows and immediately took over the conversation:

"If you continue to pester me and spout nonsense, I'll go ask the enforcement team right now if they still care about the rules here!"

Upon hearing this, the dark-skinned man's face immediately turned red and then pale.

It felt like being slapped hard in the face, and I felt utterly humiliated.

His face twitched, he glared fiercely at Jiang Yi, and gritted his teeth, saying:

"You little punk, you've got guts! Just you wait! You'll be begging me on your knees someday!"

After saying that, he flicked his sleeve, turned around, and strode away.

Jiang Yi glanced indifferently at his departing figure, his gaze calm, and bowed slightly to Qin Ruyi:

"Fairy Qin, it's been a long time. This cave area is quiet and elegant, with abundant spiritual energy. It is indeed a place to yearn for."

Qin Ruyi suppressed her anger, forced a faint smile, and stepped aside to invite him:

"Please excuse my poor appearance, fellow Daoist. Please come in."

The courtyard is spacious, with exotic flowers and green leaves everywhere.

Several plots of land have been cultivated along the eastern side of the courtyard wall, where some first-tier spirit rice and first-tier spirit herbs are planted.

The black jade bamboo stands prominently among them.

The bamboo leaves are glossy and translucent, growing well, and have lost their wilted appearance.

"Fellow Daoist Jiang, please."

Qin Ruyi walked lightly and gracefully, leading Jiang Yi to a stone table in the courtyard where they sat down.

He then took out the tea set, and with a light touch, scalded the teacups and brewed the tea in a smooth and flowing manner.

After a while.

She handed a cup of tea to Jiang Yi, and said with a hint of worry:

"Thank you for helping me out earlier, but... I'm fine here, I'll just hear a few barks. But you often go out to sea alone, so it's best not to get into a conflict with such people."

Jiang Yi picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said calmly:

"Don't worry, fairy. I know what I'm doing. He's just a coward who bullies the weak and fears the strong. He's nothing to be afraid of."

Qin Ruyi was slightly taken aback.

Her beautiful eyes fell on Jiang Yi's face, as if she were seeing him in a new light.

The young man before me had a calm demeanor, a hidden sharpness, and was completely different from the timid and cowardly man I had been before.

She couldn't help but sigh:

"Fellow Daoist has changed quite a bit. If we hadn't known each other for so long, I would have thought you were a completely different person."

Jiang Yi laughed heartily and said loudly:

"After thirty years apart, you should look at me with new eyes. How can Fairy Qin still look at me with the same old eyes? The current Jiang is also a tough and good man."

He does not mean that.

Upon hearing the words "hard and stiff," Qin Ruyi's pretty face flushed slightly, as if she had just remembered something.

She quickly lowered her eyes, using the act of drinking tea to hide her embarrassment.

Then she gracefully rose and walked towards the fields in the courtyard, changing the subject:

"Fellow Daoist, you've come to check on the Black Jade Bamboo, haven't you? I've put in a lot of effort, and thankfully, I haven't failed you; I've managed to keep it looking quite healthy."

Jiang Yi followed.

He looked her over, nodded slightly, and said approvingly:

"Qin Xianzi's skills are indeed remarkable; I admire them."

As he spoke, his gaze shifted downwards, sweeping over the place where the black jade bamboo was rooted.

It had just rained, but the soil was still rather dry, showing no signs of becoming damp or moist.

He hesitated for a moment, then carefully chose his words:

"Fairy Qin, when I first discovered this bamboo, it was in a deep-sea cave, a place shrouded in mist and dampness year-round. Does this indicate that its habits are quite different from ordinary spiritual bamboo?"

"Oh?"

Qin Ruyi raised an eyebrow slightly, seemingly lost in thought, and said:

"That makes sense. I'll remember it. I can try adjusting it later and see how it grows."

Jiang Yi smiled and was about to speak again.

Suddenly, a loud crash came from the side, as if something had overturned on the ground.

The two of them were startled at the same time and turned their heads to look.

There used to be a multi-tiered wooden shelf under the eaves of the courtyard, but it was covered with an oilcloth to prevent it from getting wet in the rain.

The wooden frame had overturned, and tiny rice seeds, no bigger than a fingernail, were scattered all over the ground, many of them rolling into the puddles.

Underneath the fallen tarpaulin, there was something alive; a protrusion inside was wriggling and darting about.

"Ah, my spirit seed!"

Qin Ruyi exclaimed softly and hurriedly ran over, bending down to lift the oilcloth and collect the scattered spirit seeds.

"Meow~"

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Xiao Li darted out and ran towards Jiang Yi in a flash, her cheeks bulging, seemingly chewing on something.

"You've caused me trouble again. I'll deal with you when we get back!"

Jiang Yi's face darkened. He grabbed the scruff of its neck and lifted it up, scolding it in a low voice with a stern expression.

He then quickly tucked the contents back into his collar and apologized to Qin Ruyi:

"I am truly sorry, I have not been strict enough in disciplining my children, and I hope you will forgive me, Fairy."

"It's nothing."

Qin Ruyi was bending down to pick up the spirit seeds when she heard this, and said without turning her head:

"It's just a little muddy, it's not a big deal, it'll dry in a bit."

She had her back to Jiang Yi at the moment.

Because of her low posture, her skirt was slightly tight, creating a round and perky curve.

Just then, a night breeze swept by, and she gracefully lifted her skirt.

A section of her jade-like leg, tightly wrapped in black silk stockings, was exposed.

Slender and graceful, full yet not bloated, it is truly eye-catching.

Jiang Yi couldn't help but take a second look.

He quickly came to his senses, coughed lightly, and looked away to help collect the spirit seeds.

A moment later.

The two returned to the stone table and sat down.

After the brief incident, the atmosphere became somewhat quiet for a moment.

Jiang Yi pursed his lips and glanced at the lotus leaf bundles piled up at his feet with the fishing nets.

A thought flashed through his mind, and he immediately put down his teacup, picked up the lotus leaf bag, placed it on the table, and said in a light tone:

"I almost forgot, I also brought a roast chicken for you when I came. It tastes absolutely amazing, you must try it."

As he spoke, he reached out and lifted the lotus leaf, revealing a golden, glistening, and crispy roasted chicken.

A rich aroma then filled the air, making one's mouth water.

"roast chicken?"

Qin Ruyi's eyes lit up, and she was somewhat tempted.

However, he has always been reserved and has not made a direct move.

Just as he was hesitating, he suddenly saw a fluffy little head peeking out from Jiang Yi's chest.

His large, clear, light blue eyes were wide open, staring intently at her, his face full of nervousness, as if he was afraid the roast chicken would fly away.

"Pfft~"

Qin Ruyi couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle, then looked up at Xiao Li and said with a smile:

"Fellow Daoist Jiang, your fox is truly beautiful and adorable. I wonder what kind it is? I've never seen one like it before."

Jiang Yi shook his head and smiled, then picked up the little guy who was peeking out and put him on the table.

I tore off a chicken leg and stuffed it in, silencing its little mouth that was about to squeal.

Then he tore off another strip and handed it to Qin Ruyi, saying gently:

"It's just a variant of a beaver, nothing special, not very bright, and spends all day eating, sleeping, and making a ruckus. I'm sorry to have made you laugh, Fairy."

Qin Ruyi smiled slightly.

After a slight refusal, he finally reached out and took it, chewing it slowly in small bites.

He quickly praised sincerely:

"Mmm~ The meat is tender, fragrant and flavorful, the taste is truly excellent."

Jiang Yi also tore off a chicken wing and stuffed it into his mouth.

While eating, we chatted about our recent experiences at sea, and every now and then we'd tear off a piece of chicken to tease Little Pear.

The initial awkwardness completely dissipated, and the atmosphere became quite light and harmonious...