As they spoke, the four of them had already arrived in front of the courtyard house. Their hearts tightened at the same time, and they hurriedly restrained their thoughts. In their minds, they once again played the scene that they had played countless times. They raised their mentality and were wary of accidentally revealing any flaws.
Ziye walked forward and respectfully knocked on the door three times.
"They're here."
Li Nianfan's voice could be heard. Then, with a creak, a head popped out from the door.
"Eh, Miss Ziye, Miss Cheng?"
Li Nianfan looked at them in surprise. Then, he said in surprise, "Miss Cheng can leave the Heavenly Palace now."
He then looked at the man and woman with extraordinary temperaments who had accompanied them. His heart couldn't help but tremble slightly as a shocking thought appeared in his mind.
The man and woman's temperament was too extraordinary. They didn't look very old but their eyes were filled with stories. They had a noble aura. It was obvious that they had been in a high position for a long time. Ziye and Cheng Yi were instantly reduced to the role of maids.
Cheng Yi smiled and said, "Young Master Li, we were lucky enough to escape. This is the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother."
It really was the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother!
These two big shots actually escaped too? And why did they come personally?
That's awesome. It's only been a few days and they've all escaped.
He had to stay calm. The more powerful they were, the more he couldn't appear too humble. Otherwise, they would look down on him. He was the Deluxe Merit Saint. Who was he afraid of?
Li Nianfan's pupils shrank. Then, he took a deep breath and smiled. "Rare guests, rare guests. Nianfan greets the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother. Please come in."
"Thank you for your hospitality." The Jade Emperor clasped his hands. Then, he said seriously, "Haotian greets the Deluxe Merit Saint."
Li Nianfan was stunned. He immediately said, "Your Majesty, you're too polite."
However, the Jade Emperor said solemnly, "Young Master Li, the Virtuous Sage has been recognized by the heavens and earth. There has never been such a person in this world. Compared to me, the Jade Emperor, he can only be more powerful."
This time, Li Nianfan felt a little ashamed. He said embarrassedly, "I was just lucky. Actually, I'm ashamed. I didn't do anything beneficial to the world at all. I was given so much merit for no reason. I'm also very helpless."
Li Nianfan was also telling the truth. He really wanted to say that this was just his cheat code.
The Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother fell silent at the same time.
Although Ziye and Cheng Yi had repeatedly reminded him that the expert liked to show off, especially when he accidentally said something that would hurt people's hearts, when he really faced it, he realized how painful it was.
You've already appointed the Human Sovereign, changed the Celestial Portal, reestablished the Underworld, and gradually restored the Heavenly Palace. Do you mean you haven't done anything beneficial to the world?
You don't have to be so modest!
You're helpless even if I give you merit?
I want to be helpless too, but I'm really helpless!
The Jade Emperor suppressed his crumbling heart and said with a smile, "Hehe, no matter what, Young Master Li is a Virtuous Saint. Naturally, he should be respected by the world."
"You're too kind." Li Nianfan laughed. He suddenly felt that the Jade Emperor was much more pleasing to the eye.
People in high positions are indeed different. They know how to deal with people. It's very comfortable to get along with them.
He immediately led everyone into the house and said loudly, "Xiao Bai, the guests are here. Quickly, bring out the latest milk tea and some fruit platters."
"Yes, master." Xiao Bai accepted the order and left.
Li Nianfan then said, "Sit, sit. Everyone, sit. My house is simple. It can't be compared to the Heavenly Palace. Please bear with it."
"Hehe, we won't, we won't." The Empress and Jade Emperor waved their hands at the same time. They felt like they were about to collapse.
Forget about the fact that your house is filled with Spirit Treasures, even the chairs we are sitting on are made of Spirit Roots. Even my Jade Emperor's throne is not as luxurious as yours, and you're telling me that it's simple?
How can the Heavenly Palace compare to yours? What a joke, what a joke.
Soon, Xiao Bai came in with a tray with milk tea and fruits.
Compared to wine and tea, the milk tea was much more impure. It was too rich and not transparent. Instead, it had a bright color. There seemed to be bubbles rolling in it.
Li Nianfan smiled and said, "This time, it's grape-flavored. It's a little sour. I hope everyone can get used to it."
The Empress took the milk tea. It was warm to the touch. She smiled and said, "Young Master Li, Zi 'er can't stop praising the food here. I'm sure we can get used to it."
After saying that, she looked at the straw in the cup. The straw was thick and looked a little imposing. She opened her mouth and took a sip.
The fragrance of the milk tea made her eyes light up. An unprecedented smoothness wrapped around the tip of her tongue. The texture was silky and smooth. It flowed in her mouth and stimulated her taste buds.
It was hard to imagine that there was such a rich taste in the world. It could be said that the taste was developed to the extreme.
Then, she couldn't help but take a second sip.
The second sip used more strength than the first. As she sucked, something solid in the milk tea entered her mouth. It was soft and smooth, and it emitted a sweet and sour taste.
She opened her mouth and took a bite. Oh, it was a grape.
This wasn't an ordinary grape. This was a spiritual root!
The Empress's eyes lit up. She was pleasantly surprised as if she had won a prize.
It was delicious, and most importantly … it was expensive!
If this cup of milk tea was placed next to the Heavenly Peach, the Empress had no doubt that more people would choose this cup of milk tea.
Good tea, good grapes, good milk!
Li Nianfan paid attention to the Jade Emperor and the Empress's expressions. When he saw that their eyes were shining, he knew that he had won. He smiled and said, "How's the taste?"
The Jade Emperor said sincerely, "It's delicious. To be honest, I've been the Jade Emperor for countless years, but I've never eaten something so delicious. Young Master Li is really a genius!"
The Empress smiled and said, "If I had known Young Master Li earlier, I would have asked the Culinary God to learn from Young Master Li before my Heavenly Peach Banquet."
Li Nianfan was in a good mood. "Hahaha, it's good that you like it. Don't just drink milk. Eat some fruits. They're all freshly picked from the backyard. They're definitely fresh."
The Jade Emperor and the Empress nodded at the same time.
Looking at the standard of hospitality, the two of them couldn't help but feel a little ashamed.
Back in the day, even when the Heavenly Palace was at its peak, they only entertained guests with nectar. Compared to Young Master Li's hospitality, they were nothing but poor!
Even though they were the masters of the Heavenly Palace, they might as well freeload on food and drink. Life was so hard!
Everyone got along well. The Empress gave Ziye a look. Ziye immediately understood and raised her hand to take out the rainbow-colored clothes. She said, "Young Master Li, this is a little gift from the Heavenly Palace. Please don't refuse."
Li Nianfan looked at the clothes in front of him and was slightly stunned.
Of the four pieces of clothing, two were large and two were small. They were all emitting a brilliant light. The color seemed to change with the flow of the light, but it was also like the colorful clouds in the sky. It gave off an ethereal feeling. Even a person with poor eyesight would be able to tell at a glance that these clothes were extraordinary.
A strong sense of pretentiousness washed over them.
High-end and classy. Obviously, it was not enough to describe these clothes.
Li Nianfan's first reaction was to refuse. He shook his head and said, "This is too precious. I can't accept it."
Cheng Yi persuaded, "Young Master Li, it's just some clothes. It's not even a spiritual treasure. It's not precious. It's very suitable for Miss Daji and the others. They'll definitely like it."
Li Nianfan raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at Daji and the others.
Daji looked at the rainbow-colored clothes. Although she didn't seem to be moved and pretended to be indifferent, the fact that she kept staring at it was enough to say something. Huo Feng's acting wasn't as good as Daji's. Her eyes were wavering. Nanna and Long 'er were different. Their eyes were about to pop out and their mouths were wide open. They couldn't wait to rush up and touch it.
Women … are so troublesome!
"This …" Li Nianfan was a little hesitant. As the saying goes, one should not accept a reward for nothing. It was easy to accept but it would make him feel uneasy.
He had an idea and asked tentatively, "You're too polite. Is there anything you need?"
Queen Mother of the West sighed and said, "Young Master Li's eyes are sharp. We do have something to ask of you."
"Young Master Li, Zi 'er and Cheng' er heard from your children that there's a way to break the seal …" The Jade Emperor swallowed a mouthful of saliva and said nervously, "Can you tell us what the method is?"
After that, the Jade Emperor and the others didn't dare to breathe loudly. They avoided looking at Li Nianfan and didn't even dare to look at Li Nianfan. Every second felt like a year. They had goosebumps all over their bodies as they waited for Li Nianfan's reply.
They had thought about it for a long time before finally deciding that it was better to go straight to the point.
"This …"
Li Nianfan had a look of realization. Then, his headache worsened. He couldn't help but glare at Nanna and Long 'er.
'These two brats don't know any better!' 'They spouted nonsense and got themselves into trouble.'
Breaking the seal of the Heavenly Palace was of utmost importance to the Jade Emperor and Queen Mother of the West. It was no wonder they came personally and even prepared a huge gift.
But the problem was … that method was obviously bullsh * t!
He could only brace himself and smile bitterly, "To be honest, that method was just something the two kids said. It can't be taken seriously. I'm sorry to disappoint you."
Cheng Yi clenched her fists and looked at Li Nianfan anxiously, "Young Master Li, no matter what method it is, we're willing to try it."
"Sigh …"
Li Nianfan had no choice. He pondered for a moment and said, "Actually, this method … it … Nanna, you and Long 'er caused this trouble. You can talk about it yourselves!"
It was too childish. He couldn't bring himself to say it and could only push the blame to them.
Nanna and Long 'er couldn't wait any longer and immediately interrupted.
"Sister Cheng Yi, there's only one way to restore the stone statue. That is to turn into light!"
"That's right. As long as everyone believes in the existence of deities, there will be light!"
"It's because many people don't believe in the existence of deities that the world is plunged into darkness."
…
Li Nianfan painfully closed his eyes and pretended that he didn't hear anything.
However, the Jade Emperor and the others listened very seriously. Their eyes widened, and even their breathing became hurried. Then, their faces began to flush, and they revealed excited expressions.
In their minds, it was as if they had been enlightened. The sound of the evening drum and morning bell rang.
"So that's how it is, that's how it is!"
The Jade Emperor couldn't help but nod. He looked as if he had learned something. In the end, he couldn't help but exclaim in excitement, "Wonderful, this method is wonderful!"
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