Mao Songli’s brows furrowed slightly as he pondered, then looked at Chen Ye.
Chen Ye felt a warmth in his heart. As a Foundation Establishment Cultivator, this person had come to assist him without exhibiting a superior attitude.
Instead, Mao Songli seemed to value his opinion greatly.
However, seeing Mao Songli’s hesitation, Chen Ye understood that the origin of the Flying Light Sword did indeed pose a problem.
Of course...
If he could find Bai Susu, this issue would be of little consequence.
He nodded, "Very well. But I hope Guardian Wei can keep it safe. Once this matter is resolved, I, Chen, will personally come to retrieve it."
"Hmph, that depends on whether you have the life to return!"
Wei Shu gave a sarcastic smile, holding the Flying Light Sword, and left in a huff.
Heading to Songyang Cave Heaven, if he allowed Chen Ye to return alive, he might as well not bear the surname Wei!
After Wei Shu departed, Mao Songli put away the Token, turned, and looked at Chen Ye, furrowing his brows slightly:
"So, you are Chen Ye?"
Uh...
Chen Ye felt speechless, spreading his hands, "If I’m not Chen Ye, could it be that one outside is?"
Mao Songli spoke directly, "No, it’s just that Sister Qingzhu entrusted me to look after you. I originally thought you were some stalwart man, leading Sister Qingzhu to... cough cough, but it turns out..."
It turns out you’re just an ordinary steward with a good exterior.
From Sister Qingzhu’s anxious tone, she thought some handsome young man had stirred Sister Qingzhu’s emotions.
Seeing this, how could Chen Ye not understand what Mao Songli was thinking?
He could guess at least partially, mainly that Sister Qingzhu was overly worried about him, causing her to lose composure when giving instructions.
This led Mao Songli to become curious and have overly high expectations...
He stood up, clasping his hands in salute, "Thank you, Taoist friend, for arriving in time, but I wish to ask about... the Xu Family Ancestor and Qing Jun’s recognition of his roots and heritage..."
"I was just bluffing him. Qing Jun didn’t recognize any roots. As for the Xu Family, they didn’t help you either. The one who aided you was only Sister Qingzhu!"
Mao Songli’s expression was straightforward, giving a light smile,
"Half of what I said to Wei Shu was true and half false. The false part was the Xu Family assisting you; the true part was Qing Jun being valued by the Xu Family Ancestor. So, even if he inquires, he won’t find anything substantial. After all, you are Qing Jun’s master, and who can tell if Xu Ancestor would favor you by extension?"
Chen Ye sighed, deeply moved, "I never thought, one day, I would have to utilize the Xu Family’s influence. But still, thank you, Taoist friend... and Senior Mao."
Mao Songli waved it off, his demeanor becoming serious, "No need for thanks. I’m here today not only for this matter but also to inform you of something more important."
Chen Ye’s heart skipped a beat, "What is it?"
She set up a more secure soundproof Barrier before speaking:
"Steward Chen, on this trip to Songyang Cave Heaven, Qing Jun... will also go."
"What!" Chen Ye was shocked, "She’s so young? To go to such a perilous place?"
"Don’t rush," Mao Songli gestured for him to sit down, smiling wryly, "This was personally decided by Xu Family Ancestor Xu Henshan. The ancestor holds her in high regard, wanting to personally cultivate her. This journey will be her first trial."
"So, that’s it..." Chen Ye felt a little relieved. Though still worried, if a top expert was to guard her personally, it might be more beneficial than harmful.
Mao Songli lowered her voice again, "However, Xu Henshan’s thoughts are unpredictable. If you enter the Grotto Heaven, do not boldly seek him out or reunite with Qing Jun!"
Chen Ye understood this rationale.
If he wandered in front of Xu Henshan, and Xu Henshan found him troublesome as a master... it would be all over.
"I understand..." Chen Ye felt a sense of suffocation.
He could endure other things.
But Qing Jun... was clearly his child, so why couldn’t he reunite?
If Xu Henshan were determined to take Qing Jun away, would he have to endure it silently?
Mao Songli glanced at him, aware of his discomfort, and solemnly said, "You’re a grown man; don’t act like a daughter. Since this is the case, you should cultivate diligently! Besides... Sister Qingzhu said she was worried Qing Jun might show a flaw in front of Xu Henshan, which is why she didn’t tell her you would also be going to the Grotto Heaven."
"Hmm..."
Chen Ye felt slightly melancholic. Sister Qingzhu truly treated him with heartfelt sincerity, considering everything for him.
But he had never really helped her with anything.
The only assistance was allowing her to spend more time with Qing Jun, a simple gesture.
Of course, Chen Ye didn’t pretend at this moment and spoke earnestly:
"Taoist Friend Mao, please inform Senior Mao that I need Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects of different Five Elements attributes. I hope Senior Mao can keep an eye out for me, and Chen Ye will surely repay the favor in the future!"
Mao Songli’s expression immediately changed.
Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects!
The cost is hefty, with a single one priced at one to two thousand Spirit Stones, and these five items...
Truly a lion’s request!
Unexpectedly, Chen Ye is indeed someone who freeloads...
With this thought, Mao Songli spoke more coldly, "Hmm, I will convey your message. But even if Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects are negotiable, asking for five of different Five Elements attributes... is indeed a difficult task for Sister Qingzhu. At most, she can prepare one or two for you."
"As long as there’s any. Also, here’s this Storage Bag, consider it my advance payment."
Chen Ye exhaled a long breath.
He erased the Divine Sense imprint from the recently acquired Storage Bag and handed it over to Mao Songli again.
If it were Mao Qingzhu, she would surely refuse to accept.
But Mao Songli naturally bore no emotional burden and casually took it, with words laced with sarcasm, "Fine, some trifles are better than none..."
It was clear Mao Songli was quite displeased with him, and after finishing speaking, she didn’t even bother to say goodbye, waving her sleeve as she left immediately.