Who is spreading rumors that my filial piety towards them has changed?

"So you watched the whole thing, and then stopped when you couldn't see anything anymore at the Abyss, right?" Chu Mingkong was getting a little frustrated.

“No, Nongyu said that she could still see you when you entered the outer perimeter of the Abyss, but she was completely ‘blinded’ in the depths. However, since neither of you were cultivating at that time, there was nothing to see, so I told Nongyu to stop and go to sleep.”

Zuo Qiuchi spoke with such confidence and conviction.

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(PS: As I mentioned at the end of the last chapter, it's normal for some plot points not to be liked. The author is just lamenting how quickly the points that trigger defenses change.)

Online debates are meaningless and there are no winners or losers. That reader was someone who appeared in the book's comment section very early on and followed the story all the way through; that's what made me feel this way, otherwise I wouldn't have felt anything.

Don't bother others unnecessarily. Fellow readers, you've only paid for subscriptions to relax and read chapters. Don't waste your time on things like arguing online; time is precious.

Chapter 227 Su Nu seems to be a goddess with no gentleness and no emotional attachments.

Chu Mingkong had already calmed down about being forcefully observed by his master; it wasn't a big deal anyway.

Chu Mingkong could accept that Yun Nongyu could no longer spy on the Buddhist sect's situation, as the sect still possessed considerable resources. However, it would be unacceptable for Chu Mingkong to find out if Yun Nongyu were to be deliberately targeted by Yun Nongyu's occasional spying.

It's better to stop in time.

Although Chu Mingkong often teased Yun Nongyu, saying that her "possibilities" had basically all come true, Yun Nongyu still insisted that they were "possibilities." This was mostly because she was afraid that one day others would believe her divination too much, and the final result would be different, leading to misfortune. That would be the unintentional evil she had created.

He composed himself, but deep down he still felt reluctant to part with Yun Nongyu's "True Eye Princess" abilities, because they were truly useful, such as the precise strike against the old King of Chu this time.

Yun Nongyu seemed to understand his thoughts and said:

"Given time, if I can continue to make progress, I can continue to keep an eye on the Buddhist movement for Your Highness."

That's what they say, but if it really comes to that, Yun Nongyu will probably have successfully undergone the baptism of playing "Sin" (a form of Buddhist practice). If the Buddhist sect dares to make any more trouble, it would be more convenient to just attack them directly.

Chu Mingkong stopped dwelling on the matter and let out a breath, saying:

“Nongyu, don’t worry about it. It’s just that I’m being lazy and greedy. I’m a little reluctant to give up this advantage for a while, but I can still make a clear sense of the risks, benefits and losses involved.”

If Buddhism uses this as an excuse to retaliate, and you, Nongyu, are injured as a result, then I will truly suffer a great loss!

"...Your Highness."

"Alright, now let's talk about the 'Su Nu Jing' (Classic of the Plain Girl). Nongyu, how well have you been comprehending it?"

Chu Mingkong was still a little uncomfortable asking. His cultivation method emphasized the unity of knowledge and action, learning while practicing. He would never just look at the techniques of bedroom arts without understanding them. It was strange that Yun Nongyu could only practice them after she had thoroughly understood them.

But perhaps he's the odd one out?

“I’ve already grasped most of it, and now I’m basically just reviewing it… When does Your Highness plan to…” Yun Nongyu seemed to be a little concerned about Zuo Qiuchi’s presence, and discussing bedroom arts in person was a bit awkward.

"Let's review the material first. I have some things to take care of right now."

Chu Mingkong was naturally referring to his master's wife's affairs. Afterwards, those bald men from the Blood Blade Bright King Palace arrived. What exactly was his master's wife's stance?

Even if she was just watching the show, Chu Mingkong was extremely grateful. But if she had a different stance or attitude... then things might get a bit complicated.

Chu Mingkong glanced at his beloved master, who was feigning death, and cradled her peach-like body in his hands, his fingers seemingly exploring a paradise. He deliberately asked:

"Master, what do you think?"

Zuo Qiuchi had been pretending to be asleep the whole time, avoiding any involvement in the delicate topic of bedroom arts. Now, this scoundrel Chu Mingkong was deliberately picking on her, and she was getting a little angry, secretly gritting her teeth in frustration, but she didn't show it.

"What am I supposed to see? You and Yunhan humming and hawing? Let's go, I'm going to ask Yunhan what she thinks."

Her gluteal muscles tightened, she squeezed Chu Mingkong's hand, then slapped his big pig's trotter away, got up and walked towards the door, muttering something insincerely as she went:

"That frozen little brat Yunhan, I can't believe she can still put on that kind of expression. I'm going to go ask her now and see how embarrassed she is!"

Chu Mingkong watched her leave and continued his discussion with Yun Nongyu about the *Su Nu Jing* (Classic of the Plain Girl).

"Nongyu, I really have something to attend to right now. I need to confirm some things with my master's wife before I can come back and practice this bedroom art with you..."

"I understand, Your Highness, there's no need to be so nervous."

"Ahem, speaking of Nongyu, what level of understanding have you reached in comprehending the 'Su Nu Jing'? Last time, the 'Xuan Nu Jing' really gave me a hard time. This time, can you sense in advance what kind of temperament Su Nu is?"

No, that's a bit of a tangent. The premise is that the will of the *Su Nu Jing* (Classic of the Plain Girl) will possess her again!

Yun Nongyu was slightly flustered by his anxious attitude and couldn't quite understand whether he wanted the "Su Nu Jing" to possess him or not.

"Possession is still possible, but I can't say for sure, because these original scriptures are not something I can definitively conclude with a single statement."

It's okay, as long as I hear you say "maybe," I feel relieved!

Chu Mingkong remained expressionless, his serious demeanor as if he were merely discussing academic issues, a scholarly pursuit akin to discussing scriptures and doctrines...

He nodded emphatically:

"Hmm, so what kind of personality does Su Nu have?"

"Roughly..." Yun Nongyu paused, trying to describe her impression of Su Nu as best she could. She slowly said, "Corresponding to the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden, the Nine Netherworld Su Nu is skilled in the Dao of Sound and Medicine. The feeling I get from the scriptures is that the inscriber was a humble, benevolent, and resilient goddess..."

Chu Mingkong silently repeated in his heart: Yin... ptooey, Yin Dao Goddess?

"At the same time, she may be the kind of clear and pure heart described in the legends, spotless and ethereal, unlike the Xuan Nu who is majestic and unapproachable. The Su Nu Jing does not involve much about the way of music and zither, but mainly focuses on healing through the cooperation of men and women. I estimate that even if she appears, she will not use the way of music to make things difficult for Your Highness."

"I'm not afraid of difficulties, I will rise to the challenge!" Upon hearing that word, Chu Mingkong felt a surge of heroic spirit and refused to back down.

Yun Nongyu vaguely sensed a hidden meaning in his words, but she didn't understand them, so she could only nod.

"But more importantly, Your Highness, please explain and remain calm. If... just if, Your Highness, there's no need to be nervous."

If the "Mysterious Woman Scripture" truly possesses me and temporarily affects my consciousness, Your Highness only needs to show respect. Please do not repeat the mistake made by the Mysterious Woman that time, where you immediately resorted to subjugation and suppression!

I cannot intervene at that time; I can only offer this advice to Your Highness in advance.

Chu Mingkong's reckless nature was hard to change. He secretly fantasized: If I were to use the same trick again and subdue Su Nu once more, would I be forced to have my soul travel to the heavens to see that "Big Su Nu"?

Forget it, I shouldn't be reckless. I should just honestly cultivate with Yun Nongyu and see if Su Nu will generously impart some sword manuals or something.

Anyway, the "Mysterious Maiden Sword Scripture" did surprise him a bit. The sword intent phantoms have now gathered the ones from Mysterious Maiden, his sister, and Zuo Qiuchi.

Zuo Qiuchi's sword intent illusion was not obtained through the cultivation of mind and body connection, but rather she modified it into a sword technique and directly taught it to him.

On the other hand, if Master is now harassing Sister Yunhan, he's probably calling her out to harass her privately. Doesn't that mean Master's wife is left alone?

This is the perfect opportunity to confess my sins!

Chu Mingkong didn't dare to delay. He had originally wanted to ask Zuo Qiuchi if he had any reaction when he and Yunhan were cultivating, but now it was too late.

He slapped his thigh and hastily apologized to the ethereal beauty beside him:

"I'm sorry, I have to go to my master's wife's place now, so I'll have to say goodbye to Nongyu for now!"

Chapter 228 The Ultimate Showdown Between Yunhan and Her Master

"Yunhan~ come here, come here~"

Zuo Qiuchi disturbed Xiao Yunhan, who was cultivating, and then mysteriously pulled her into his courtyard.

However, Yunhan's cultivation was naturally legitimate. Chu Mingkong only "transferred" demonic thoughts to her, but she still had to refine them for her own use afterward. However, the word "cultivation" now seemed to have a slightly distorted meaning when applied to Yunhan.

When Xiao Yunhan saw Zuo Qiuchi's malicious look, her usually cold face became even more expressionless.

"What is it? If you have something to say, say it quickly," Xiao Yunhan urged. She was in a hurry to go back and continue refining, and then she would find her little brother to continue cultivating after she finished refining.

Even during her cultivation with Chu Mingkong, Xiao Yunhan refined a portion of the essence, thus maximizing her cultivation efficiency within a limited timeframe.

Zuo Qiuchi knew what she was in such a hurry for, but it was hard to say whether she had become addicted to the practice or was working tirelessly under pressure from the Buddhist sect, to the point of neglecting sleep and meals.

Yunhan had a similar attitude when she cultivated ice spiritual energy as a child.

At that moment, Zuo Qiuchi walked around the elegant and aloof ice girl, and finally pinched Yunhan's little face, completely ignoring the other party's increasingly cold gaze.

"Tsk tsk tsk, I didn't know that~ Yunhan, you're quite good at twisting your waist! Try to imitate the moaning in the talisman array a few more times for me to hear. It's been a long time since I've heard a beautiful woman's soft moaning, and it's even rarer to hear a cold and proud woman like Yunhan!"

Zuo Qiuchi's tone was smug, but not sarcastic; it was more of a retort to Xiao Yunhan.

Last time, Yunhan acted as if she had some serious illness and asked her, "Do you want some of Mingkong's essence?" Zuo Qiuchi still remembered that incident. If she wasn't too lazy to write it down, she would definitely find a small notebook to write it down so she wouldn't forget.

Now that I've found an opportunity, I'm going to come and tease them back no matter what!

Unfortunately, feelings of embarrassment or shame were nonexistent in Xiao Yunhan's mind; she replied without a trace of emotion:

"Then in a couple of days when Mingkong and I are cultivating, I'll ask you to come along and watch and listen? I don't mind."

"..." Zuo Qiuchi's fist hardened.

Before she could even utter the flirtatious words she had prepared before coming over, Xiao Yunhan had already silenced her. Her beautiful lips parted and closed, as if she wanted to say something but couldn't. The more she thought about it, the angrier she became, and she felt a little exasperated!

But she still had to keep smiling at this moment. Zuo Qiuchi forced a smile, her dimples on her face looking a little stiff.

"Great! Yunhan, I didn't expect you to have so much fun with Mingkong right away. You've found a new way to connect with your siblings, haven't you?"

“Cultivation,” Xiao Yunhan corrected.

Zuo Qiuchi was almost amused by her, and pinched his brow as he said:

"Ah, yes, yes, this is cultivation. I really should call my wife over to guide you in your cultivation, right? I happen to be Mingkong's master, and my wife is your master. It would be perfect for us to work together and guide you from the side."

Xiao Yunhan pondered her words for a moment, then said thoughtfully:

"Giving pointers is fine, but don't point fingers."

"..."

Zuo Qiuchi's fists hardened, and he finally exhaled a sigh of relief. Feeling frustrated, he simply cupped Yunhan's face and pinched it in bewilderment.

"I really need to see how your icy spiritual energy has made you like this! Alright, you can stop me from digesting Mingkong's essence of power now, go, go, go."

Take care! Don't bother seeing me out!

Xiao Yunhan stood still, showing no intention of leaving. Zuo Qiuchi looked at her in confusion, waiting for her to speak and see if she had anything else to say.

After a long pause, Xiao Yunhan finally spoke, but it was once again to correct Zuo Qiuchi's phrasing:

"It's refining, not digesting."

"..."

This time, it was Zuo Qiuchi's turn to look at her expressionlessly. The two graceful women stared at each other silently.

"Yunhan, so what's the difference? Is it worth it for you to be such a serious old-fashioned teacher to me?"