A green leaf rolled a few times from the old eaves tiles, then floated in the wind, swept across the alley, and slowly fell in the distance. In the deserted little shop, there was a pot of hot tea and two cups. Hot steam rose from the clear tea and floated in the air, exuding a unique fragrance.
"How does it taste? This is a rare top-grade tea. "Lu Chen asked Old Ma.
Old Ma smacked his lips a few times, then said seriously, "I can't taste it. It feels similar to my crude tea."
"Brute!" Lu Chen glanced at him disdainfully and shook his head. He picked up the teacup in his hand and took another sip, saying, "Smell the aroma and taste the mellow aftertaste in your mouth. It's at least ten times better than those lousy teas of yours!"
Old Ma grinned and said, "I still feel that my black tea is strong enough, comfortable to drink. This tea is too bland, there's no taste at all."
Lu Chen waved his hand at him, it seemed that he had already given up on this fat man's taste.
Old Ma laughed, kicked a package from the side, and put it on the table, then said to Lu Chen, "These are the things you want, they're all bought. I say, why do you want these messy things for no reason? Those bones can barely be regarded as spiritual materials, but what do you want the cinnabar charm brush for? Do you want to draw talismans? "
He stared at Lu Chen and said, "I don't remember you learning this skill."
Lu Chen laughed in ridicule as he casually took the bag and placed it by his side, and then he said bluntly with disdain, "Let's not talk about whether I know talismans or not. Just based on my natural talent, I know everything I learn. How much do you know about me? Stop bragging. "
"… Why do I feel that it's you who is bragging?"
…
The alley outside the house was deep and quiet, and the fragrance of tea lingered in the house. Two people sat facing each other.
"Last time you asked me to investigate the matter of those two women, there was some news recently." Old Ma lowered his voice and said to Lu Chen.
Lu Chen's hand that was pouring tea paused for a moment before he said, "Go ahead."
"There's nothing unusual about Su Qingjun, but that little girl from the Bai family seems a little strange."
Lu Chen frowned slightly and didn't say anything.
"Speaking of which, these two people are really difficult to investigate. Right now, they are treasures in the eyes of the various families, and it is too late to guard them to the death. Fortunately, the two of them are very famous, so some stories and rumors still spread in private. "Old Ma didn't immediately point out what was strange, but sighed first.
"Rumor?" Lu Chen glanced at him and said, "Can that thing be trusted?"
Old Ma shrugged and said, "There's no other way. These two girls are now closely watched by the two aristocratic families and the Kunlun Party. If the investigation is a little too big, it will alert the enemy, so we can only take it slow. Do you want to hear these rumors? If not, then wait for a while and see what else I can find out. "
Lu Chen took a sip of tea and said, "Since we have nothing to do, let's hear it."
"Su Qingjun has been the legitimate daughter of the eldest branch since she was young, and her talent was confirmed early on, so she has always been doted on by the Su family and is seen as a pearl in the palm. Every step she took was the best. She hired the best teachers to study and learn how to read. She cultivated the best and most suitable cultivation methods and divine arts. She was intelligent, knowledgeable, and well-mannered. On top of that, she was born with a beauty that would cause flowers to blush and the moon to block the moon. In any case, I have never seen such a perfect woman. "
Old Ma sighed and said with emotion, "I don't know which man in the future will have the good fortune to become a cultivation companion with such a woman."
Lu Chen said, "I don't know about others, but I don't think you have any hope."
Old Ma said angrily, "You talk too much. You make it sound like you have hope."
Lu Chen laughed heartily, raised the teacup, and drained it in one gulp.
Old Ma ignored him and continued, "Compared to Su Qingjun, that girl White Lotus is a little strange. It is said that she is not the daughter of the main branch of the Bai family, but the child of a distant branch. Two years ago, no one had even heard of her. It is as if a peerless genius suddenly appeared in the Bai family overnight. "
Lu Chen slowly put down the wine cup and looked at Old Ma. Old Ma was also looking at him. The two of them looked at each other for a moment. Lu Chen nodded and said, "It sounds like there is indeed something strange."
Old Ma said, "I have carefully inquired about it, but all the information is from the past two years. When that girl was eight or nine years old or even earlier, everything is blank. No one has mentioned her, and it seems that no one knows."
Lu Chen's fingers gently rubbed on the table. After a moment of silence, he suddenly said, "But if there is a problem with White Lotus's background, the Kunlun Party will definitely not allow her to be accepted by Hakushin Jinkun."
Old Ma nodded and said, "Of course. What kind of status does Hakushin Jinkun have? His successor will definitely be thoroughly investigated by the Kunlun Party."
Lu Chen thought for a moment and said, "During my days on Kunlun Mountain, I have heard rumors about Hakushin Jinkun and the Bai family in private several times. Are they related?"
Old Ma immediately shook his head and said, "I know that. There is indeed no relationship. Bai Chen is the Daoist name bestowed by Patriarch Tian Hong in the past. The word 'Bai' should be a coincidence. "
Lu Chen tersely acknowledged his words and said, "Then continue investigating. Let's slow down on Su Qingjun for now. We have to investigate White Lotus in detail, especially her experiences before she came to the Bai family. It's best if we can dig it out."
Old Ma glanced at him and said, "Did you discover something? Why are you so fixated on this ten-year-old girl? If there's anything wrong, you have to tell me. "
Lu Chen smiled and said with a calm expression, "I just have a nagging feeling that she's a little strange."
Old Ma shrugged and said, "Alright, I'll investigate slowly. Be careful on the mountain."
…
The next day, sunlight shone down from the clear sky and shone on the Flowing Fragrance Garden. In a hall outside the herb garden, Yi Xin and Melaleuca Japonica were together. As usual, Yi Xin made tea for Melaleuca Japonica and chatted with her to relieve her boredom.
The fragrance of the tea wafted in the air. Melaleuca Japonica picked up the teacup Yi Xin handed her and took a sip. Then, her eyes narrowed slightly and she praised, "Good tea."
Yi Xin giggled on the side. She flipped her palm and poured herself a cup of tea.
Melaleuca Japonica lightly tapped the tea table and sighed. With a smile, she said, "Cultivating while drinking tea, the heart is as calm as water. I heard about this realm from my Shizun when I was young. It's only now that I vaguely have this feeling."
Yi Xin smiled and said, "How is that possible? Shishu, your cultivation is so high. You must have long surpassed the realm mentioned by Shizun."
Melaleuca Japonica glared at her and scolded, "Little girl, you're blindly flattering me! My Shizun's cultivation is as high as the heavens. She is the top Yuanying Zhenren. How can I compare to her? "
Yi Xin stuck out her tongue.
Melaleuca Japonica drank the tea in her hand and placed the cup on the tea tray. Yi Xin came over and added another cup for her. At the same time, she said, "Shishu, it's been a while. Why hasn't there been any movement from my Shizun's side?"
Melaleuca Japonica was silent for a moment. There seemed to be a trace of worry in her eyes. She said, "Yes. Logically, she shouldn't have taken so long. Could it be that she has encountered a huge problem when she is breaking through the life and death barrier?"
Yi Xin was shocked. She said, "What? Then is my Shizun in danger?"
Melaleuca Japonica said, "The life and death barrier. If you pass it, you will survive. If you retreat, there will be great difficulties. Isn't that what it means? There will always be risks."
"Sigh …" Yi Xin was a little absent-minded. After a while, she sighed softly.
Melaleuca Japonica looked at her and couldn't help but caress her face. She said gently, "It's okay. Although that old thing isn't very serious usually, her mouth is cheap and her life is tough. I think she won't die."
Yi Xin forced a smile and said, "I know. I hope Shizun is blessed by Heaven."
Melaleuca Japonica wanted to say something more. Suddenly, footsteps were heard outside the house. After a while, a clear and melodious voice came in. "Is Shishu Melaleuca Japonica in? Disciple Su Qingjun is here to pay a visit. "
Melaleuca Japonica and Yi Xin were stunned. Then, they sat down and said, "I'm here. Come in."
A faint red light flashed. Su Qingjun, who was wearing a beautiful scarlet feather shawl, walked in. She first bowed to Melaleuca Japonica and smiled. "Greetings, Shishu Melaleuca Japonica."
Melaleuca Japonica smiled. "You are now Jin Dan Friar. No need to be so polite. Come and sit with us."
Su Qingjun smiled warmly and said, "Thank you, Uncle-Master." She walked over as she spoke.
Yi Xin stood up and smiled at Su Qingjun. "Sister Su, you are here."
Su Qingjun nodded and smiled. "Yes. I haven't seen sister for a few days. You seem to have become more beautiful."
Yi Xin smiled. She poured a cup of tea and placed it in front of Su Qingjun. "Sister, have some tea."
Su Qingjun thanked her. After taking a sip, she said to Melaleuca Japonica, "Shishu, I came here this time to thank you."
Melaleuca Japonica waved her hand. "It's just a small matter. It's not worth mentioning."
Su Qingjun, however, said earnestly, "The Red Amber Pill isn't easy to refine. Not to mention the amount of spirit materials used, you've spent a lot of effort to refine a spirit pill for me and help me break through to the golden core realm. I'll never forget your kindness. Even my father specifically told me to show my gratitude to Martial Uncle respectfully. "
She took out a jade box from her side and presented it to Melaleuca Japonica with both hands. "This is a small token of my appreciation. I can't repay Shishu's kindness. I hope Shishu will accept it."
Melaleuca Japonica smiled. She looked at Su Qingjun for a moment. Then, she took the jade box and sighed. "Your father is really lucky to have such an outstanding daughter like you. I really pity you."
Su Qingjun lowered her head slightly. She blushed, looking as beautiful as a fairy. She was like a lily swaying in the wind. "Shishu is too kind."
Yan Luo sized her up and said with a smile, "Your aura is calm and steady. Does this mean that your cultivation base has almost stabilized?"
Su Qingjun said, "Almost. But recently, I still feel a little flustered and short of breath when I cultivate. My master has already told me to eat some 'Eagle Fruit'. It should be able to get rid of it in about a month. "
Melaleuca Japonica nodded. "Yes. The Eagle Fruit is very beneficial to your 'Dark Moon Arts'. Your master is right."
Su Qingjun smiled. She stood up and said, "That's why I came here this time to ask for your help."
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