Jinxiu Villa was just like its name. The same color of green bricks and tiles formed a high wall that blocked the view of the courtyard. If one looked from the outside, there was nothing special about it. It was just that the decorations were more exquisite. However, it was a different story inside. Not only was it spacious and elegant, but the garden and courtyard were integrated into one. The main residence hall was the center, with water and stone as the background. Corridors and rockery separated the two. It was high and low, and the real and the fake were intertwined.
The ingenious arrangement showed the owner's lofty and unworldly thoughts. The Splendid Manor was really a splendid world hidden within.
However, today, a loud and unrestrained laugh pierced through the clouds and broke the tranquil atmosphere of the villa.
"Hahahahaha!" Gongzi Ling laughed loudly in a waterside pavilion above a pool of water. His laughter was filled with indescribable joy. Ji Yaoyue, who had come with Chu Song to ask for forgiveness, was completely confused.
After laughing for half an hour, Gongzi Ling said in a gloating tone, "Ha, that stubborn old bull usually calls himself a miracle doctor, but he lost to my maidservant in a battle of needles. Let's see if he still has the face to mention his medical skills in front of me in the future!"
"So it's because of this …" Ji Yaoyue was speechless and rolled her eyes in her mind.
Gongzi Ling seemed to suddenly remember something and said to Chu Song, "That's right, that old yak listens to you now. Why don't you remember to call him to Jinxiu Villa and apologize to me? Maybe I'll pity him for his incompetence and take offense at his rudeness back then!"
"Gongzi, that's my father …" Chu Song pouted and said helplessly. She had snuck out of the villa and stolen the Peacock Token. She had come back to apologize and had been anxiously waiting for Gongzi Ling to punish her.
However, when she returned to Jinxiu Villa and told Gongzi Ling about what had happened, Gongzi Ling laughed loudly and did not seem to blame her at all.
"Gongzi," Zhao Ya, who was accompanying him, could not stand it anymore and reminded him.
"Ahem." Gongzi Ling stopped laughing and said with a stern face, "Chu Song, do you know your mistake?"
"I know my mistake …" Chu Song quickly lowered his head and said timidly.
Gongzi Ling said to Zhao Ya: "Commander Zhao, you secretly left the manor and stole my Peacock Token. According to our rules, how should you be punished?"
The noble and elegant Zhao Ya, who was dressed in a blue gown, stood there gracefully and said without hesitation, "This is a serious offense. After being whipped 300 times, you will be expelled from Silken Manor!"
Chu Song's face immediately turned pale. She looked pitifully at Gongzi Ling. Gongzi Ling looked down and did not look at her. He took a sip of the lotus dew on the stone table and moistened his throat from laughing. He said coldly, "Nothing can be accomplished without rules. I've always been clear about rewards and punishments. If someone makes a mistake, he will be punished."
Tears welled up in Chu Song's eyes as he listened. However, Gongzi Ling changed the topic. "However, Chu Song helped me put an end to the old white bull's arrogance. Not only did it make me very happy, but it also contributed to Jinxiu Villa. Her merits and demerits offset each other. She will be punished to be confined for a month."
"Really?" Chu Song's eyes lit up.
"How about it? Are you not convinced?"
"Gongzi is fair. How can I not be convinced?" Chu Song hurriedly curtsied at Gongzi Ling. She was overjoyed.
However, she heard a cold snort. Chu Song immediately stopped smiling and kept quiet out of fear.
Zhao Ya frowned and said with dignity, "The punishment has been meted out. Go and receive your punishment."
Although they were all the three beauties of Feng Ya and Song, Zhao Ya was the housekeeper of the villa. She was in charge of all matters inside and outside the villa. She had always been dignified. The female demons in the villa were more afraid of her than Gongzi Ling. Chu Song was no exception. She hurriedly lowered her head and left as if she was fleeing.
When she reached the corridor, she seemed to remember something and turned around. "Oh right, Gongzi, my father told me to tell you that he's still studying the art of resurrection. He'll succeed one day …"
Gongzi Ling calmly took a sip of the dew and said, "I've already given up. He still remembers … resurrection? Let's talk about it after he defeats my maidservants … "
After Chu Song left, Zhao Ya's tightened face relaxed. She sighed helplessly and said, "Gongzi is too lenient. If these maidservants are not disciplined, they'll turn the world upside down."
Gongzi Ling smiled softly, "Ha, even if they can turn the world upside down, I'll turn the world upside down. Moreover, if I really punish her, you'll have to plead for her."
The remaining demons were all open-minded. Even Ji Yaoyue, who was watching from the side, knew that Chu Song thought that he stole the Peacock Token. However, everything was seen by Gongzi Ling. Without Gongzi Ling's protection, it would be difficult for Chu Song, who was as innocent as a piece of white paper, to leave Chuan.
"In the end, it's Gongzi Ling who let Chu Song out on purpose and let her pull Divine Doctor Chu out of the swamp. Ha, Gongzi Ling and Chu Bainiu are obviously friends, but one is arrogant and the other is stubborn. Neither of them is willing to admit their mistakes. Thus, they've been in a deadlock …" Ji Yaoyue thought and secretly rolled her eyes.
But Gongzi Ling said, "Where's that lad? Why didn't he come with you?"
Ji Yaoyue sensed that he was talking to her. She hurriedly replied, "He has other things to do, so we split up."
"Ha, you're still in a relationship, but you're willing to separate," Gongzi Ling glanced at her and said jokingly. Ji Yaoyue blushed, but did not refute.
Gongzi Ling continued, "This trip to the Kunlun Realm was far more dangerous than I expected. You were able to protect Chu Song's safety. Oh, you even led that cow out. You've really worked hard. I owe you a favor. Needless to say, that brat is inseparable from you, so I owe you two favors."
"What do you mean inseparable? Don't talk nonsense …" Ji Yaoyue couldn't help but tease him. She said, "We're just helping you. How would we dare to talk about favors? But I've already seen how you're fair in your rewards and punishments. Since we've done a meritorious deed, I believe you'll reward us generously …"
"You haven't even said anything and you're already flattering me. It seems that what you want me to do is not an easy task. Let me guess …" Gongzi Ling knocked on the stone table and guessed, "I heard that Yuwen Sword Slave gave Elder Long three swords in exchange for three years of peace in Sky Incense Valley. You want me to give Elder Long a few slaps in exchange for a few years of peace?"
Ji Yaoyue shook her head and said, "You're wrong. I have another request."
"Oh? Tell me about it? "Gongzi Ling was a little surprised and raised his eyebrows.
Ji Yaoyue pursed her lips and said, "There's an ancient saying, 'Virtue is never alone, for there will always be neighbors.' Young Master, you are a noble and virtuous person. Everyone in the Sky Incense Valley is fascinated by you. I heard that the Emerald Valley near the Splendid Manor is quiet and beautiful with pleasant scenery. I wonder if Young Master would allow my Sky Incense Valley to move here and be your neighbor? "
As soon as she said this, Gongzi Ling stopped stroking his cup. Zhao Ya's face turned cold and she said coldly, "You want to cut a piece of my young master's territory? Miss Ji, you're asking for an exorbitant price!"
Ji Yaoyue blushed at Zhao Ya's words. She gritted her teeth but maintained her saluting posture without moving. Sky Incense Valley was adjacent to the Panyao Temple. Everyone knew that Bei Longtian wanted to conquer the world. How could he allow others to sleep peacefully on his bed?
Bei Longtian had not taken any action against the human world yet, so he was not in a hurry to deal with Sky Incense Valley. Otherwise, Yu Wenfeng might not be able to get three years' time. When Bei Longtian really wanted to take action, Sky Incense Valley would be the first target. At that time, tens of thousands of troops would march together and fight against each other. No one would be able to protect Sky Incense Valley. Therefore, relocation was the only solution that Ji Yaoyue could think of.
However, if they lost the foundation of Sky Incense Valley, the destitute Flower Demons would become fat meat in the eyes of all parties. In the past, when Empress Wu burned the Peony Tree with heavenly fire, all the sects in the cultivation world contributed. Since the enmity had already been formed, they would naturally take the opportunity to kill her.
If the cultivators did not allow it, Bei Longtian would not tolerate it. Looking at the whole world, the only person who could accept and protect the Sky Incense Valley was probably Master Peacock. If they moved to Master Ling's territory and became neighbors with Jinxiu Mountain Villa, they would receive Master Ling's protection. Anyone who wanted to touch the Peony Tree would have to think twice.
This was the only way out that Ji Yaoyue had found for the Sky Incense Valley with all her might. Even though she knew that this request was too much and was almost too much, the light of hope was right before her. If she made a mistake, there would be no more chances. Ji Yaoyue shamelessly begged, unwilling to give in even a single step.
They stood facing each other for a long time without moving. Only the cool breeze passed through the pavilion, causing ripples on the surface of the lake.
After a long time, Master Ling put down his teacup and sighed softly. "Indeed, I cannot owe favors. The moment I open my mouth, I already want to steal food from the dragon's mouth!"
Zhao Ya also took the opportunity to advise, "Master, this is indeed not appropriate. There is no need to incur the wrath of the Northern Dragon Sky."
Hearing the meaning of the two demons' words, Ji Yaoyue's lips turned pale. She felt her vision darken. Between the cultivation world and the Northern Dragon Sky, she had painstakingly carved out a path with great difficulty. Now, it was about to be cut off.
However, Master Ling changed the topic and said, "However, a few days ago, Elder Dragon's actions made me feel uncomfortable. Therefore, not only do I want to steal food from the dragon's mouth, I also want to pull out his teeth!"
The eyes of Ji Yaoyue, who was originally in despair, lit up and glowed with a dazzling light. She was pleasantly surprised and said with a trembling voice, "Master, you mean …"
Master Ling laughed, "What else is there to say? Hurry up and move."
"Thank … thank you, Master," Ji Yaoyue was so moved that she almost cried. She bowed to Master Ling sincerely.
Master Ling looked at the girl who bowed in front of him with admiration and some pity. He said softly, "You don't have to thank me. If it's only one favor, I won't be able to help you. But you have two favors in your hands. So, you should thank that guy …"
"Okay!" Ji Yaoyue nodded her head vigorously. She cupped her hands and said in her heart, "Ying Feiyang, thank you!"
At the same time.
"Hahahahaha …" Ying Feiyang, who was hurrying along, let out a burst of laughter.
"I can't take it anymore!" Suddenly, a loud roar was heard. Along with several rays of cold light, Ying Feiyang suddenly became alert. He hurriedly turned his head away. "Ding ding ding ding …" Several silver needles flew past his ears and pierced into the tree trunk beside him.
"Divine Doctor Chu, what are you doing? Are you crazy?!" Ying Feiyang said in shock when he saw the person who attacked him.
"You're crazy! A few days ago, you giggled from time to time. I've tolerated it. Today, you finally stopped giggling. I thought that I could have some peace and quiet for a while, but you acted up again. I don't believe that I can't cure your illness after I give you a few needles today! "
Seeing that Chu Bainiu was about to stab him with needles, Ying Feiyang hurriedly begged for mercy, "I don't know why, but I suddenly felt happy and couldn't control myself. Divine Doctor Chu, I promise that I won't act up again. We're almost at Mount Qingcheng. You can bear with it for a while longer."
Chu Bainiu snorted. He put away the needles and said, "By the way, why did you put on the mask again? Aren't you afraid of being killed by others? "
Ying Feiyang said helplessly, "Anyway, it's no different. It'll be more difficult for me to go up Mount Qingcheng if I use my original appearance. If I pretend to be a blood demon, perhaps I'll have a chance to speak. Moreover, my current appearance can also attract someone. Maybe he can help me to go up Mount Qingcheng …"
Chu Bainiu put away the needles, but frowned. "Hmm … Speaking of Mount Qingcheng, don't you feel that something's wrong? Why do I feel that the foot of the mountain is right in front of us? But after walking for a long time, I don't feel that I'm getting close to it? "
Ying Feiyang had been absent-minded all the time, so he didn't notice it. Now that Chu Bainiu reminded him, he realized that it was indeed as Chu Bainiu said. He suddenly said, "No, it's a trapping array!"
Only then did Ying Feiyang realize that the people of Wan Xiang Heavenly Palace, who were famous for their array techniques, all lived in Mount Qingcheng. They also had to protect Wei Wushuang, who had turned into a stone statue. How could the foot of Mount Qingcheng not be protected by an array? He was careless for a moment and actually broke into the array.
Chu Bainiu said angrily, "It's actually an array. I'm really troubled by you. If I'm alone, once I announce my name, no one will treat me as a distinguished guest. There's no reason for me to be trapped by an array."
"What's the use of saying this? Divine Doctor Chu, do you know about arrays?"
Chu Bainiu said impatiently, "I'm a doctor. My medical skills are as vast as the ocean. I can't even study them, how would I have the time to study arrays?"
"Forget it, pretend that I didn't say anything. I'll do it myself!" Ying Feiyang drew his sword with his fingers, and the Star Discipline Sword appeared. His sword intent surged. He wanted to use force to break through the tricks.
But when the sword intent reached its peak, Ying Feiyang chuckled and kept his sword.
Chu Bainiu said, "What's wrong? You don't have any strength left?"
"No, it's not that. There's no need to trouble yourself. The guide is here," Ying Feiyang chuckled, but his smile seemed a little cold.
Just as he finished speaking, a voice was heard. "That's easy. Since the teacher isn't here, it's my responsibility as a senior to guide my lost junior!"
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