Back at Luoli Courtyard, Chen Ye was still reflecting.
Unknowingly, Qing Jun’s abilities in magical battles had already surpassed his expectations.
If he were to duel with Qing Jun when he was at the Qi Cultivation Seventh Layer, he probably wouldn’t last a few rounds.
Of course,
Back then, Chen Ye’s most adept magic was merely Geng Metal Qi, and he had no magical treasures at hand...
"Qing Jun, the technique you just demonstrated, is it the legacy taught by Peak Master Xu?"
Chen Ye suddenly asked.
He had been observing Qing Jun’s magical battle, and indeed the Xu Family True Seal lived up to its reputation.
The Three True Seals displayed by Qing Jun were remarkably effective, each standing as an excellent Second-Tier magic on its own.
However,
The stronger the Xu Family True Seal appeared, the more worried Chen Ye became.
Because behind this legacy, there seemed to be the entanglements of a great family, and since Qing Jun learned it, he would inevitably be involved in them in the future.
That Xu Henshan also hoped for Qing Jun to avenge him.
"Yes! Just now Qing Jun used the three seals—Celestial Light Seal for empowerment, Array Destruction Seal for breaking spells, and Cloud-Breaking Seal for attack."
The little girl mentioned this with some frustration, counting on her fingers as she complained,
"Actually, I’ve only learned these three seals. That old man wants me to learn six more! He nags me every day, it’s so tiring, not interesting at all. I’d rather stay home with Master!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Ye comfortingly patted her head: "This legacy is extraordinary; it’s the very foundation of the Xu Family, you must learn it well."
He was secretly shocked.
Previously, Chen Ye had deliberately inquired and knew that the Xu Family usually only taught one or two seals to core family members.
Not only because the number of times the legacy can be passed on is limited, but also because the True Seal is extremely difficult to cultivate, and for ordinary people, learning even one seal is a stroke of luck.
And Qing Jun learned nine seals all at once... astonishing!
But Chen Ye suspected that Qing Jun’s potential was far beyond this, and the Xu Family perhaps only had these nine seals left.
"But cultivation is so boring..."
Qing Jun clung to his arm, rubbing her little head against him, starting to act spoiled,
"Master, Qing Jun doesn’t want to learn anymore, in the future, I’ll just stay at home and cook for Master, okay?"
"Don’t talk nonsense."
Chen Ye scolded lightly, tapping her gently,
"The path of cultivation, how can it not be exhausting? You surpassed Zhang Chuxi today, indeed impressive. But she has a Golden Core True Man backing her, with many magical treasures, and endless means. If you don’t learn more skills, you’ll be at a disadvantage when you meet her again in the future."
Seeing his disciple’s mouth beginning to droop down again, he couldn’t help but soften his voice, speaking warmly:
"Alright. Considering how hard Qing Jun has been working. Tomorrow, Master will take you and your senior sister to the Moon Rhinoceros Lake District to relax and enjoy all the delicacies there, how about it?"
"Moon Rhinoceros Lake District?"
The little girl’s eyes instantly lit up, as she remembered the Moon Rhinoceros Lake District vividly.
It’s one of the most bustling markets in the Yan Kingdom, filled with novel items everywhere.
"Really? No lying!"
"When has Master ever lied to you? Anyway, we’re going tomorrow..."
Chen Ye had already informed Xu Henshan beforehand.
After all, Qing Jun had been diligently cultivating for a long time and should take some time to relax.
This trip to the Moon Rhinoceros Lake District carries some minor risks but is perfect for training the two disciples.
As for Lin Jin, Chen Ye also wanted to bring her along.
But ever since she entered the late Qi Cultivation phase, she has been constantly refining the Cold Flame.
The Cold Flame has been parasitic in her body for more than ten years; refining it isn’t something that can be done overnight.
But once refined, Lin Jin’s cultivation will advance rapidly and bring her immense benefits.
...
A silent night passed.
The next morning, Luoli Courtyard came alive with activity.
Contrary to her norm, Qing Jun got up early, urging her Master and senior sister, afraid to arrive late.
Chen Ye first instructed Lin Qiongyu to look after Little Shuyao and Lin Jin, then directly took the two disciples away.
This time in the Moon Rhinoceros Lake District, they wouldn’t stay long.
Once the Guardian of the Herb Pavilion recovers from the injuries, they could return to the sect, staying for no more than a month.
Moreover, with experts aplenty within the sect, security was assured,
Chen Ye felt very reassured.
However, not long after they departed, a solitary black silhouette appeared at the entrance of Luoli Courtyard.
It was Zhang Chuxi.
She mumbled silently at the door for a long time, seemingly making a significant decision.
I... I’m not afraid of her!
She vowed to get revenge for the humiliation she endured yesterday!
"Hmph, I just want to let Xu Qingjun know that I’m not afraid of her! I want to duel with her! This time, I was just careless..."
Zhang Chuxi found a perfect excuse for her visit.
She adjusted her dress, stepped forward, and lifted her delicate hand, ready to knock on the door.
"Creaaaak—"
But the courtyard gate opened from inside.
Lin Qiongyu was about to come out with a basin of water, and seeing Zhang Chuxi at the doorway, she couldn’t help but be stunned.
Zhang Chuxi recognized her as Xu Qingjun’s senior sister’s elder sister.
She nodded reservedly and spoke coldly, "I’m looking for Xu Qingjun."
Lin Qiongyu quickly bowed respectfully and replied, "Guardian said he took his two disciples to the Moon Rhinoceros Lake District to relax."
"Gone?"
Zhang Chuxi’s carefully prepared words got stuck in her throat.
Gone... gone to play?
That wild lass, hit someone and then mindlessly went out to play with her Master?
A wave of inexplicable annoyance surged within her.
"Thank you for letting me know."
She quickly gathered all her emotions, politely nodded to Lin Qiongyu, then turned around, walking away decisively and neatly.
Yet, her departing figure carried more than a hint of anger.