Dual cultivation makes you stronger, everyone else is a prodigy, and I'm the only one slacking

The next morning, Yu Luoning followed Shang Xu on his sword to the inner sect.

This was Yu Luoning's first real experience of flying on a sword.

The longsword beneath my feet emitted a faint light, making it feel like walking on flat ground.

The forest below disappeared into the sea of ​​clouds, and this feeling of being suspended in mid-air made her heart race.

Another day of envying those who have reached the Foundation Establishment stage.

Immersed in this tranquility, the two arrived at the sword's edge in no time.

Looking up, the mountain peak is steep and steep. From a distance, the entire mountain peak looks like a sharp sword piercing straight into the sky.

In an instant, a majestic and awe-inspiring aura surged between heaven and earth.

Shi Shangxu came to a steady stop at the edge of the training ground. He landed first, then reached out to help Yu Luoning down.

"Hey, your sister-in-law's here!"

"Junior brother has finally brought the person."

"Junior brother, you have excellent taste! Your wife is so beautiful!"

Yu Luoning looked in the direction of the sound and saw three or five young men coming to greet him from inside the training ground.

The person standing at the very front was short and stocky, with a rather cheerful face.

He smiled sarcastically. This person was Duan Tianya, followed by a serious-looking young man, who should be the forestry senior brother that Shi Shangxu had mentioned.

There were also several junior brothers of similar age, whose names Yu Luoning couldn't remember.

Standing at the very back was a senior sister with bronze skin, who looked sharp and heroic.

Shi Shangxu immediately stepped in front of Yu Luoning and said to the senior brothers and sisters, "Senior brothers and sisters, thank you for waiting for so long."

Everyone waved their hands repeatedly. Duan Tianya stepped forward, put his arm around his shoulder, and said with a grin, "Judging by your imposing manner, are you afraid we'll eat your wife?"

Shi Shangxu's ears turned red instantly.

Yu Luoning laughed, stepped out from behind him, curtsied to everyone, and said gracefully:

Luo Ning greeted all the senior brothers and sisters. Seeing how harmonious her cousin's relationship was with them, Luo Ning was delighted.

I didn't bring anything with me today. Thinking that the top of Jianfeng Mountain is windy and cold, and practicing swordsmanship is extremely taxing on one's energy, I made some refreshing pastries and milk tea myself.

The pastry is filled with a thousand-year-old herb called "Qingxin Grass," which is most effective against sword energy backlash. The milk tea is my original creation; I guarantee you've never tasted anything like it before. I hope you'll give it a try.

Shi Shangxu turned his head and was slightly taken aback. He hadn't expected Luo Ning to be so thoughtful and even make pastries by herself.

He's never eaten it before...

Yu Luoning smiled, thinking about the gifts her senior brothers and sisters gave her when Shi Shangxu first entered the inner sect, which all ended up in her pocket.

These days, if she were to bring an expensive return gift for every visit, it would be the death of her.

With a focus on economy and practicality, she dug out the high-grade spiritual herbs she had picked in Cloud Valley last time and made them into pastries.

Of course, it was impossible for her to do it herself; she entrusted the aunt next door to do it all, and the aunt gave her the recipe.

The aunt next door also came from a wealthy family. After making it, she loved it so much that she offered to buy the recipe.

Yu Luoning earned three high-grade spirit stones with tears in her eyes.

This is already a very sincere price, especially since the neighbor across the hall heard that she was going to the inner sect to see Elder Lei.

Before leaving, she reminded the other party that the recipe was only for their own family and should never be used to open a restaurant.

Luo Ning had already planned it all out. Once her cultivation was unparalleled in the world, she would find a small town to live her own life, buy a few shops, open a row of restaurants, and become a carefree hermit.

As for the prodigies of Sword Peak, Yu Luoning thought confidently that they couldn't really concern themselves with whether she made these pastries herself.

"Sister-in-law, you've gone to so much trouble. We cultivators are not concerned with the desires of the palate..."

Before he could finish speaking, Duan Tianya took a sip of the milk tea, his eyes instantly lighting up. "My god, what is this? It tastes so good!"

Upon hearing this, everyone gathered around.

Chen Yilin took a sip of milk tea, and her eyes widened in amazement.

She leaned closer to Yu Luoning in disbelief: "Sister-in-law, your cooking is amazing! Now I finally understand why Junior Brother runs to the outer sect every day!"

"You two should quickly become a couple and move into the inner sect. Let your senior sister freeload off you. I promise you won't work for nothing; whatever you want, I'll get it for you!"

"Yeah, yeah! Whatever you want, we'll snatch it for you—no, we'll get it for you."

Yu Luoning pursed her lips and smiled gently.

Shi Shangxu didn't want Luo Ning to be so reserved, so he quickly said, "Um, senior brothers, Master is still waiting. I'll take my cousin to see Master first."

Yu Luoning blinked her clear, watery eyes. Before she could even exchange pleasantries with everyone, Shi Shangxu grabbed her around the waist, grabbed her flying sword, and disappeared in a flash.

Shi Shangxu breathed a sigh of relief: "Were you scared? They're actually quite nice people, it's just that sometimes... they're a bit too enthusiastic."

Yu Luoning chuckled: "That's great. Seeing my cousin doing well in the inner sect is better than anything else."

Shi Shangxu lowered his eyes, his tone carrying a barely perceptible hint of bitterness: "When did you make those things? I had no idea."

Yu Luoning saw his sour look but didn't say anything.

As if by magic, he produced a cup of milk tea from his magic bag and handed it over.

"Here you go! This is for you to have the first milk tea of ​​spring."

Shi Shangxu's eyes suddenly lit up. He took a sip, but then muttered, "Too bad, I'm not the first to drink it..."

Yu Luoning's eyelids twitched, and she coaxed, "Okay, okay, it was my oversight. I'll make sure to save the first cup for you next time, okay?"

Shi Shangxu then nodded sweetly.

Yu Luoning breathed a sigh of relief. A boy is a boy. No matter how mature and steady he is usually, he will occasionally reveal his childishness.

But she didn't mind; she was a pro at charming men.

Before long, the two arrived in the direction of the main cave.

As the residence of the Sword Peak Elder, this cave dwelling is built with an extremely imposing presence.

A towering white marble archway stands in front of the gate, its plaque as tall as a ten-story building.

Yu Luoning glanced up at him subtly, a feeling of envy creeping into her heart.

If she has a cave dwelling in the future, she should build it to be magnificent.

Not only that, but a huge fountain plaza will also be built in front of the cave entrance.

The senior disciple guarding the door nodded to Shi Shangxu: "Go in, Master has been waiting for a long time."

Yu Luoning straightened her clothes and followed Shi Shangxu into the cave.

Although the facilities inside the cave were simple, they gave off a feeling of being a retired cadre.

The stone table and chairs were arranged neatly, and several landscape paintings and calligraphy hung on the wall. The air was filled with the faint scent of pine.

A middle-aged man dressed in a blue robe sat in the main seat.

He appeared to be in his early forties, with an air of otherworldly refinement about him, but Yu Luoning knew that he was at least several hundred years old.

The moment their eyes met, Yu Luoning sensed a keen insight deep within them.

Yu Luoning lowered her eyes without showing any emotion and bowed to Shi Shangxu.

After performing the ceremony, he stood properly with his hands folded in front of his lower abdomen, his expression gentle and neither humble nor arrogant.

Elders dislike anything that is guilty, evasive, or overly ingratiating.

Yu Luoning's first choice for the future is to become a sword cultivator.

Meeting your future master in advance will leave you with a good impression.

If I fail the assessment later, the elder might be able to put in a good word for me.

Elder Lei stared at her for about three seconds, then a barely perceptible smile appeared on his lips: "You little rascal, not bad."

Yu Luoning was taken aback.

Elder Lei had already seen through Yu Luoning's true nature after just one glance.

Although this child's spiritual roots are mixed and his foundation is weak, he has managed to reach his current level through sheer perseverance, which shows that he is diligent and hardworking. He likes this kind of ambitious junior.

Yu Luoning humbly replied, "Thank you for the compliment, senior."

Elder Lei hummed in agreement.

"Girl, I see that you have a calm and steady temperament, and your character is also quite refined. It's no wonder that you were so fond of me when I was young."

Yu Luoning didn't say anything, but gave a shy smile.

Elder Lei suddenly turned his head and glanced at Shi Shangxu.

For some reason, Shi Shangxu's shoulders suddenly tensed up.

Elder Lei withdrew his gaze and then slowly spoke:

"I have long heard about your relationship. You are a smart man, and I think you understand his feelings for you."

Yu Luoning lowered her eyes, her heart pounding.

Elder Lei said, "Since you two are so compatible, I would like to ask you a question. Do you have any plans to become Daoist partners?"