Chapter 132: She is the Mother of the Demon Sect Enchantress Yin Hongling

Liu Qingmei sneered and flicked her sleeve.

In an instant.

A massive, surging force poured out, directly blowing the lion head at the entrance—which weighed several thousand catties—into the air, before it landed heavily upon the steps.

This was moving it by directly manipulating Qi, lifting that lion head up!

Such great power immediately made Ye Yutan, as well as the group of Ye Family members and servants nearby, widen their eyes.

Has the Madam's cultivation reached such a terrifying level! This is not something an ordinary Entry-level Master of the Sitting Reflection Realm could achieve so calmly and effortlessly! Ye Yutan was instantly stunned.

Compared to the moving of this giant stone, he cared more about what his little aunt had said!

Him.

A house slave from a horse-raising family is actually the only man his little aunt has ever set her heart on? This is simply the most ridiculous thing in the world!

Since ancient times, only in storybooks and novels would such bizarre tales be written: a master's wife falling for a house slave, eloping with him, and flying off together.

In reality, how could such a thing possibly happen!

This is likely the first time since the dawn of time.

The scandalous affairs of the Ye Family will likely become excellent material for many storytellers to make a living!

Ye Yutan gritted his teeth in anger.

But faced with Liu Qingmei's dominance, other than accepting reality, there was nothing he could do.

"Words end here. From now on, each to their own fate. Make way!"

Liu Qingmei's expression tightened slightly as she glared at Ye Yutan.

Ye Yutan retreated to the side, unwilling.

"Husband, please."

Following this, Liu Qingmei changed to a smiling face, looking at Ning Mu with gentleness and submissiveness, letting him go first.

She gave him full face! ……

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Jinshui Town.

Tongfu Inn.

Chunzhi and the others were packing their luggage, preparing to set off back to the Ye Family.

At this moment.

The sound of discussion in the inn caught their attention.

"Have you heard? The Ye Family Clan Elders have divorced the wife on behalf of the Villa Master, casting out the original wife, Liu Qingmei!"

"More than that, I heard that even Villa Master Ye Bufan's concubine, that little concubine from the Mountain Stronghold, has left the Ye Family because of this!"

"What? The Ye Family is in such a difficult spot now, blocked by the Imperial Court in front and pressured by Jianghu forces behind. How can they dare to divorce a wife? Isn't the family relying on Madam Liu to hold it together? Isn't this cutting off their own arm?"

"Sigh, who's to say? It's bizarre. Ever since Villa Master Ye was heavily injured and fell into a coma after the great battle with the Demon Sect enchantress, the Ye Family has been going downhill day by day!"

"……"

Hearing these discussions, Chunzhi, Xia Chan, and the others looked at each other in dismay.

The Young Lady was divorced? No wonder the Young Master was in such a rush to return!

"Shh, keep quiet. Aren't those the maids from the Ye Family over there? No matter how much the Ye Family declines, they aren't people we can afford to provoke. Eat, just eat!"

Someone noticed the luggage of Chunzhi, Xia Chan, and the others, which looked much like that of the Ye Family, and they all lowered their heads to eat, speaking no more.

But at this moment, Chunzhi and Xia Chan had no time to pay attention to them.

Just as they were wondering what to do.

Suddenly, a graceful figure descended from the sky.

"Nun!"

"Nun, have you seen our Young Master? Did he say anything?"

Chunzhi and Xia Chan hurriedly greeted her and asked anxiously.

"Do not worry! Amitabha, your Young Master, the Young Lady, and Miss Tong will be here shortly. Wait here."

Liuli chanted a Buddhist name, her expression calm and unruffled.

At the same time.

On the road to Jinshui Town.

Inside the Lingxiao Wind-Riding Chariot.

"Ayue, your sister worked hard last night. Now it's your turn. Come here, take it in your mouth."

Ning Mu looked at Tong Yuyue with a wicked smile.

At this moment.

Liu Qingmei was snuggled in his arms, sitting on the small bed at the back that could be used for lying down.

Liu Xiaoya and Tong Yuyue were sitting on the leather seats by the windows on the left and right sides respectively.

Hearing Ning Mu's words, both Tong Yuyue and Liu Xiaoya were startled.

Immediately, both of their faces turned red.

Seeing Ning Mu sitting there in a relaxed, imposing manner, Tong Yuyue couldn't help but pout shyly and roll her eyes helplessly.

"Yes~ my great master, you have worked so hard. This concubine will come right over to soothe your fatigue, Master~"

Rolling her eyes, Tong Yuyue blushed and slowly crouched in the middle of the carriage, then knelt down, lowered her head, and opened her mouth.

Liu Xiaoya was so shocked that she widened her eyes.

Her beautiful eyes were filled with disbelief.

That fiery red little face was full of shyness.

Young Master... this is so absurd! The key is, the Young Lady and Miss Tong actually felt not the slightest discomfort, but instead seemed accustomed to it, appearing unfazed; although their complexions were delicate and charming, they accepted it as if it were sweet.

Especially.

When she saw that Miss Tong felt absolutely no discomfort or disgust, but instead looked as if she were enjoying it, she was even more shocked.

Her little mind went blank.

And at this moment, Ning Mu, who was enjoying it peacefully, looked at Liu Xiaoya and smiled slightly, saying: "Sister Xiaoya, learn more; you can't fall behind in the future either~"

Liu Xiaoya was extremely constrained, pinching the corner of her clothes in a flustered manner.

Liu Qingmei rolled her eyes and said speechlessly: "She doesn't understand anything, take it slow, why are you in such a rush, Husband~"

"Now that there are so many beautiful women willing to be the Husband's wives and concubines, even I... what else is there to be dissatisfied with."

Liu Qingmei sniffed with her pert nose, her expression infinitely charming.

Toward Liu Xiaoya, she still held a bit of affection, given her status as both mistress and sister.

"Haha, then come over together with Sister Ayue."

Ning Mu laughed heartily.

Liu Qingmei rolled her eyes helplessly, but still knelt down as if accepting it willingly.

While Liu Qingmei and Tong Yuyue were competing.

Ning Mu opened the System Interface.

Xia Lu Zhu Xitong

Name: Ning Mu

Age: 18 years old

Gender: Male Height: 181 Cultivation Points: Meridian Opening Realm (380/925) + Martial Arts: Earth-Tier Aoshuang Saber Technique (Minor Accomplishment 0/400) +, Earth-Tier Movement Technique: Floating Mystery Steps (Minor Accomplishment 0/400) +, Earth-Tier Spear Technique: Prajna Spear Technique (Minor Accomplishment 2/400) +, Secret Technique: Hidden Hand of Mystery (Beginner 121/500) +, Earth-Tier Supreme Internal Cultivation: Blood Origin Demon Art: (Beginner 0/100) + Cultivation Points: 1608 Warehouse: Wind Snow Cold Crow (Wuji · Saber-type · Earth-Tier) X1, Premium Potato Seeds * 2000 pounds.

Couple Black Market: Opened

The harvest last night was quite bountiful.

Not only did it make Liu Qingmei surrender her heart, but it also reaped 1308 Cultivation Points in one go.

He calculated that by spending 545 Cultivation Points, he could raise his cultivation again to reach the next level, the Zhou Tian Realm.

At the same time, 1063 points remained.

In front of Liu Qingmei and the others, especially Liu Qingmei, he did not immediately raise his cultivation, otherwise it would be too obvious.

Although Liu Qingmei had now completely surrendered her heart, even if she knew about the system, she probably wouldn't leave.

But even if it were a one in ten thousand chance, one should not gamble.

Gamblers don't have good endings.

However.

He picked up the Heaven-Tier Supreme Cultivation Method · Wanjun Shendang Spear Art given by Liu Qingmei, pretending to flip through it, but actually using the system's Cultivation Points to learn it directly.

【Prompt: Heaven-Tier Supreme Martial Arts · Wanjun Shendang Spear Art discovered, spend 500 Cultivation Points to learn?】

Damn it!

You presumptuous thing, it actually wants 500 points? Is this what a Heaven-Tier Martial Art is?

Ning Mu couldn't help but be startled.

But then he thought, since the required Cultivation Points are so high, it must be worth the value.

Immediately.

He gritted his teeth and spent 500 Cultivation Points.

"Learn!"

【Prompt: Wanjun Shendang Spear Art learned successfully, current stage · Beginner!】

Martial Arts: Heaven-Tier Supreme · Wanjun Shendang Spear Art (Beginner 0/500)

Hiss! From Beginner to Entry-level, it actually needs another 500 points, so wouldn't Entry-level to Minor Accomplishment double that? Ning Mu frowned.

This Heaven-Tier Martial Art is too expensive! But after calculating, the remaining Cultivation Points were just enough for him to upgrade once, so he gritted his teeth and upgraded it.

【Prompt: Spend 500 Cultivation Points to raise Wanjun Shendang Spear Art proficiency to Entry-level?】

"Confirm!"

【Prompt: Upgrade successful!】

Martial Arts: Heaven-Tier Supreme · Wanjun Shendang Spear Art (Entry-level 0/1000)

Sure enough.

It takes 1000 points to reach Minor Accomplishment.

But he only had 608 Cultivation Points left now, just enough to raise his cultivation to the Zhou Tian Realm! Along with the Wanjun Shendang Spear Art reaching Entry-level.

Instantly.

A powerful force surged out from Ning Mu's body.

Making the caught-off-guard Tong Yuyue and Liu Qingmei both widen their eyes, looking up at Ning Mu in disbelief.

Especially Tong Yuyue.

Her perception was the most vivid.

This kid suddenly had Qi leaking out, and that powerful force left her at a loss.

Fortunately, her cultivation was sufficient, and she withstood the impact of Ning Mu's powerful force.

"Cough, cough, cough... why did your cultivation suddenly leak out, I almost choked to death!"

Tong Yuyue rolled her eyes charmingly while coughing.

Liu Qingmei's eyes lit up, and she asked curiously: "Husband, have you learned this cultivation method?"

She certainly knew the formidable nature of this cultivation method.

There are many blade and sword-related Martial Arts.

But as for spear techniques, most are mastered by the military; there are very few spear-related Martial Arts circulating in the world, let alone this Wanjun Shendang Spear Art! This is a peerless treasure among spear techniques! I fear one could not find even a few such cultivation methods under the heavens.

A single spear, whistling with the wind, like a dragon soaring through the nine heavens!

Ning Mu only flipped through it once, and he actually showed signs of a breakthrough; this is just too incredible!

Truly worthy of being a Martial Arts Genius! Ning Mu nodded and acted cool, saying, "Hmm, I've learned about seven or eight tenths of it; it's quite simple."

"Husband, you are too amazing. Given time, your achievements will surely be limitless!"

"I also have a Heaven-grade peerless cultivation method here. Once we settle down, I will practice it more, so our strength will be even more formidable!"

Liu Qingmei said earnestly.

Her current cultivation points were enough to raise her strength to the Divine Origin Realm! But in the current environment, it was clearly not suitable.

She could only wait until they were settled to clear out all the items and cultivation points rewarded by the system tasks at once.

"Good!" Ning Mu nodded.

Meanwhile, Tong Yuyue, who had wiped the corner of her mouth, sat down and looked at Ning Mu, asking, "Husband, where shall we go from here?"

"That small courtyard in Yonghang is not a long-term solution, right? Should we find a place to settle down?"

Tong Yuyue asked.

Liu Qingmei and Liu Xiaoya also stared intently at Ning Mu.

Clearly.

Ning Mu was now the backbone for all of them; whatever Ning Mu said, they would do.

Of course.

If there were better suggestions, they could also be brought up.

"What do you all think? I was just a house slave before, and I don't really understand the surrounding environment or the customs of the martial arts world. Let me hear your opinions."

Ning Mu stroked Liu Qingmei's head as if petting a kitten or puppy.

His gaze swept back and forth between her and Tong Yuyue.

Their experience in the jianghu was clearly better than his own; listening to their opinions could never be wrong.

Liu Qingmei rubbed against Ning Mu's palm in enjoyment and spoke first: "Hmm... in my opinion, Husband cannot remain in the merchant trade for long; there is no future in it. In this world, it is better to develop and strengthen oneself. The Ye Family's Cangjian Villa is one power, and the Liu Family I was born into is also a formidable power. To gain a foothold in this chaotic jianghu, relying solely on individual strength is always a minor path. If possible, I suggest Husband find a place to establish a base, and then slowly develop and strengthen yourself."

"Husband, Ayue, what do you think?"

Ning Mu did not speak, nodding in thought; he clearly agreed with Liu Qingmei's opinion.

Seeing him nod, Tong Yuyue thought for a moment and also said, "I think Big Sister is right. In this world, to avoid being bullied, one must be strong. Being strong oneself is not enough; if one can build a power and establish a sect, one will have not only prestige but also strength. I think that is very good."

"As for a place to settle... Big Sister, what do you think of Ningyang Mountain?"

A glimmer of excitement appeared in Tong Yuyue's eyes as she looked at Liu Qingmei.

Liu Qingmei was stunned, but she reacted immediately, her eyes brightening as she said, "That is a good idea!"

Then.

She said to Ning Mu, "Husband, Ayue's family were bandits in the Xima Mountain Range before, and they once established themselves at this Ningyang Stronghold. The Tong Family renamed this stronghold the Tong Family Stronghold. Later, the Tong Family moved down the mountain, and now this Ningyang Stronghold has been abandoned for a long time. We could temporarily go there to settle down. It just so happens that the name of this mountain also fits perfectly with Husband's name; it is indeed a good choice."

After speaking, Liu Qingmei and Tong Yuyue both looked at Ning Mu expectantly.

Ningyang Mountain was a good place.

It was located north of the Xima Mountain Range.

Although the Xima Mountain Range was close to the border of the Chu Kingdom, the mountain range acted as a barrier, and it was actually a place that the government did not pay much attention to; there were very few garrison troops in the surrounding area.

The only thing to worry about might be that the various bandit strongholds in Xima Mountain would reject them as outsiders.

But this was nothing to fear.

After all, in a short while, Liu Qingmei would be a Divine Origin Realm True Person! Among this group of bandits, she would absolutely be a presence capable of suppressing everything and sweeping away all opposition.

"How far is Ningyang Mountain from Yonghang?" Ning Mu asked.

Liu Qingmei looked at Tong Yuyue.

Liu Qingmei was not familiar with it, and she had never been to Xima Mountain; she had only heard of it often.

Tong Yuyue thought for a moment and said, "If an ordinary horse travels without stopping, covering five hundred li a day, it would take about two days. With the speed of a veteran driver... I estimate we could arrive in half a day!"

Although the Xima Mountain Range was within the territory of Yonghang Prefecture, it was actually adjacent to Linjiang Prefecture to the east, and both prefectures had jurisdiction.

But because there were many outlaws in the mountains, and the mountains were high and the forests dense, making it easy to defend and hard to attack, neither prefecture was willing to manage this place.

It was a true "three-no-man's-land" zone.

"Fine, then we will go to this Ningyang Mountain!"

Ning Mu nodded and made the decision.

"Ayue, you take Chunzhi, Xia Chan, Qiuxiang, Dongxue, and Xiaoya; you all go over first to tidy up. Meier and I will go to Yonghang to arrange things, and we will follow shortly."

"Good!"

Tong Yuyue nodded.

Thinking for a moment, she said to Ning Mu, "Husband, I will write a letter for you to give to my father, asking him to arrange some manpower to go back and help with the cleaning."

Arriving at Jinshui Town, they met up with Chunzhi and Xia Chan.

"Why did she come too?"

Seeing the curtain of Ning Xiaoxiu's carriage suddenly lifted and Yang Yanqiu's head pop out, Ning Mu could not help but frown.

"Young Master, she insisted on following, and we couldn't stop her. We had no choice but to bring her along," Chunzhi said weakly.

Ning Mu raised an eyebrow and waved his hand.

"Forget it, if she's brought along, so be it. It's fine."

At this moment, the instant Yang Yanqiu poked her head out, her gaze suddenly froze, and she hurriedly lowered the curtain.

It was the Manor Mistress of Cangjian Villa, Liu Qingmei!

She recognized her.

And at this moment.

Liu Qingmei clearly noticed her as well, and her brows immediately furrowed slightly.

"Husband, do you know that woman?"

Liu Qingmei's expression sank slightly, not directed at Ning Mu, but at the woman inside the carriage.

Ning Mu raised his eyebrows and explained, "I saved her in the wilderness a few days ago with Liuli Shitai." Liu Qingmei nodded and said, "This person is the Saint Mother of the Sun Moon Divine Sect, the wife of Sect Leader Yin Qingcang, and the stepmother of Yin Hongling. She is a daughter of the Demon Sect; Husband, you had better be careful!"

Ning Mu was startled upon hearing this.

He knew Yang Yanqiu's status was very noble within the Sun Moon Divine Sect.

After all, a woman who could possess a Holy Order of the Sun Moon Divine Sect was certainly no ordinary person!

But he had not expected her to be noble to this extent!

Wife of the Sect Leader, mother of the Divine Maiden.

With these two buffs stacked, she was truly one person below ten thousand! A Demon Sect Saint Mother, and she actually claimed she had never done evil?

That was not even the key point.

After a moment of shock, Ning Mu immediately looked at Liu Qingmei, worried about her state of mind.

Seeming to understand Ning Mu's concern, Liu Qingmei smiled slightly and spoke frankly, "Husband, there is no need to worry. If it were in the past, seeing her, I would definitely have killed her with my own hands; our stances were different!"

"But now, Mei'er is Husband's woman. Since Husband saved her, there is naturally a reason for saving her. Husband, set your heart at ease; Mei'er will not hold any grudges in her heart!"

Liu Qingmei smiled gently, her gaze candid.

Clearly, she had indeed completely and thoroughly let go of the past.

"Mm, she gave me a Holy Order, a return for a favor. Once she recovers from her injuries, I will let her leave," Ning Mu said, nodding as he put his arm around Liu Qingmei's shoulder.

"A Holy Order?"

Liu Qingmei was startled upon hearing this and said, "In the entire Sun Moon Divine Sect, there are no more than five Holy Orders. The Saint Mother and the Divine Maiden each hold one, the Sect Leader holds two, and the whereabouts of the last one are unknown. It is rumored that whoever possesses a Sun Moon Divine Sect Holy Order can directly mobilize one rudder of troops. She actually gifted such a precious item to Husband?"

"It seems this woman's injuries are very severe!"

Liu Qingmei's gaze turned toward the carriage where Ning Xiaoxiu and Yang Yanqiu were.

Ning Mu also widened his eyes.

So this Holy Order was this precious! And at this moment, Chunzhi, Xia Chan, and the others felt their eyes nearly fall to the ground.

What had they just seen? The Young Master was actually... so intimately holding the Young Lady's shoulder.

Moreover, the Young Lady actually addressed the Young Master as husband? Sure enough, the rumors from the people at the inn were true; the Young Lady had been cast out of the Ye Family.

But the scene before them was truly something they had never anticipated!

No wonder the Young Master was so anxious to return yesterday.

So he and the Young Lady...

That was it!

They had previously seen the Young Lady come out of the Young Master's room many times; could it be that from that time on, the Young Master and Young Lady had already...

This was too crazy! Chunzhi and Xia Chan were stunned beyond belief.

Yang Yanqiu hid away, and Liu Qingmei did not take the initiative to say anything; they were at peace.

Next.

Tong Yuyue took Chunzhi, Xia Chan, and the others, pulling the luggage, and the caravan set off toward the Xima Mountain Range.

As for Ning Mu, he headed toward Yonghang with Liu Qingmei.

Of course.

Liuli Shitai was not left behind.

Liuli did not sit inside the carriage but sat cross-legged on the roof of the carriage.

However.

Halfway through the journey, listening to the sounds of "yi-ya" occasionally coming from the carriage below, she frowned frequently.

She discovered that under the long-term influence of Ning Mu's incorrigible nature, even her Buddha Gate Heart-Cleansing Art seemed to be ineffective.

In the evening.

The Lingxiao Wind-Riding Chariot entered Yonghang City.

Wearing the Explosive Modification Jumping Bead and looking charming, Liu Qingmei got off the carriage before entering the city.

At the porridge-dispensing station outside the city belonging to the Ye Family, many Cangjian Disciples had not yet received the news, so upon seeing Liu Qingmei arrive, they all respectfully addressed her as "Mistress."

Liu Qingmei told them the truth directly, leaving the group of Cangjian Disciples looking at each other in dismay, not knowing what to do.

Then.

She looked at the disaster victims queuing outside the porridge-dispensing station and channeled her Qi, saying, "Everyone, this Ye Family porridge-dispensing station was established solely by me and my husband, Ning Mu. The Ye Family did not contribute a single grain of food. But now that times have changed, the Ye Family and I no longer have any connection, and the food I have on hand is not much left. Therefore, starting from today, all Ye Family porridge-dispensing shops are hereby dissolved!"

"Those of you who have received favors need not feel burdened. If you truly cannot make a living here in Yonghang, those who are physically sound and young and strong may follow me to Xima Mountain; we shall work together to manage a new enterprise!"

Hearing this, many Cangjian Disciples were deeply moved.

"Two days from now, those willing to leave with me and my husband, come here to gather. This journey is long; I will state it in advance, and though it sounds harsh, the old, weak, sick, and disabled must not follow."

Liu Qingmei sighed.

Although she could not bear it, she knew deeply that taking the old, weak, sick, and disabled now was by no means a wise move and might even drag them down.

On the other side.

Ning Mu drove directly to the Prefect's office to ask Pi Taiyu for the land deeds for a large area of Ningyang Mountain and Xima Mountain.

Of course, a kickback was indispensable.

Prefect Pi was also the type who wouldn't release the hawk until he saw the rabbit.

Only after promising him three free customized services at Yichun Courtyard did he manage to get his hands on the land deed.

Although he was becoming an outlaw, having the land deed in hand could be considered legitimate.

It might save a lot of trouble in the future.

As he was leaving the Prefect's residence.

In a corner, Pi Yalu suddenly called out to him.

"Is Brother Ning leaving Yonghang?" Pi Yalu asked, her tone carrying a hint of regret.

Ning Mu nodded, cupped his hands, and smiled: "Yes, who knows when we shall meet again. Take care, Young Lady Pi."

"It is truly a pity. I have read that poem of yours, Brother Ning; it is excellent, even better than my own. If you were not leaving, you would certainly have a spot for the Jixia Academy during this Sacrificial Saint Festival," Pi Yalu said, her tone filled with regret.

Ning Mu shrugged, smiled lightly, and said: "I shall not compete for the spot with Young Lady Pi. If you have time, please help me withdraw the poem; I will be leaving the day after tomorrow."

Pi Yalu's brows were full of regret as she shook her head and said: "Brother Ning is truly carefree. In the vast Qi, I don't know how many people would break their heads just to enter the Jixia Academy to study; even as a Registered Disciple, they would flock to it. Brother Ning clearly has it within reach, yet you cast it aside like a worn-out shoe; it is truly unfathomable."

At this moment, Pi Yalu's curiosity about Ning Mu grew even more intense.

Ning Mu smiled and said: "Ning is not like them; my ambitions do not lie there. With a beautiful woman by my side, wandering freely through the wind and moon, this life of mine is already without regrets, haha..."

"Brother Ning is carefree, which I cannot match. I think we will meet again. Take care on your journey!"

Pi Yalu cupped her hands, her eyes full of blessings; since she could not make him stay, she would let fate take its course.

"Take care!"

After cupping his hands, Ning Mu strode away.

Watching Ning Mu's back, a flash of conflict crossed Pi Yalu's eyes.

Not until Ning Mu's spirited exotic beast mount completely vanished from her sight did Pi Yalu sigh softly.

"Has my daughter taken a fancy to this young man, Ning Mu?"

Without knowing when, Pi Taiyu appeared behind her.

"Father is joking. His ambitions do not lie here; we are destined not to be on the same path," Pi Yalu's eyes flickered as she shook her head and smiled.

Pi Taiyu nodded and said: "That is also fine. With this Sacrificial Saint Festival, you should be able to join the Jixia Academy. By then, I will also be much more at ease."

Pi Yalu frowned; she knew what her father meant. By joining the Jixia Academy, her father would have a backer, and the Qi Family would naturally no longer dare to pressure him.

"Daughter thinks that Brother Ning's poem should shine in the world. If it gains the favor of the Literary Saint, it can be considered as my daughter accumulating blessings for the literary lineage of Qi. What does Father think?" Pi Yalu looked at her father and changed the subject.

Clearly, she did not intend to withdraw Ning Mu's poem.

As the most outstanding student of White Deer Academy, who often lectured on behalf of the Instructor, she had the authority to do so.

Of course, she could not withdraw someone else's poem for no reason.

After all, there were still Instructors and the Dean above her.

And even further above were the envoys of the Jixia Academy.

"Hmm, that is reasonable, and it will not arouse suspicion from the Academy. Let us do that," Pi Taiyu nodded, agreeing with his daughter's idea.

For him, he considered the pros and cons more.

Being able to befriend an outstanding young man like Ning Mu while avoiding unnecessary trouble for his daughter was naturally for the best.

After returning to his residence, Ning Mu had Old Zhang, Yuzan, and Yuhuan abandon the perfume workshop and the brewery, then sent someone to call Jiang Fuling and Jin Xiangyu.

Since they were going to settle at Ningyang Mountain, it was naturally more appropriate to build the perfume workshop and brewery there.

In Yonghang City, he ultimately had no foundation of power; if he were not here, it was hard to guarantee it wouldn't attract the covetous eyes of others.

Old Zhang, Yuzan, and Yuhuan were naturally extremely reluctant.

The family business they had worked so hard to build, which they had managed with their own hands, was being destroyed for nothing; their hearts were bleeding, and they were incomparably silent.

But they also knew that since the Young Master had made this decision, there must be a reason, so they could only obey.

Yuzan and Yuhuan were originally maids of the Ye Family.

According to common sense, since Liu Qingmei was divorced, they should have returned to the Ye Family.

But Liu Qingmei was, after all, a Martial Arts Grandmaster; the Ye Family could not afford to be at odds with her over a few maids and Disciples.

Moreover, it was the Ye Family that owed her!

Yuzan and Yuhuan were naturally willing to stay by the Young Master's side rather than return to that cold, strictly regulated mansion.

Liu Qingmei took Tiaozhu to find Huang Yutang and the others to arrange the subsequent matters.

"Fuling, you and Yunü stay here tonight. I will be leaving in two days. The business here in Yonghang, the Yichun Courtyard and Liuchun Pavilion, will all be handed over to you to manage. If you encounter any indecisive matters, you may send me a letter via flying message."

Looking at the dressed-up Jiang Fuling and Jin Xiangyu before him, Ning Mu said calmly.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Fuling was first startled, then a rich joy flowed in her eyes.

She had long wanted to offer herself to become Young Master Ning's woman.

But there were as many beautiful women around Young Master Ning as crucian carp in a river; she truly found it hard to find a place for herself.

So she could only do her best to manage the Young Master's business.

Now.

Young Master Ning had personally said to let her stay; the subtext was self-evident.

Immediately, Jiang Fuling knelt on the ground and said happily: "Young Master, rest assured, I will definitely manage the Young Master's industries well. Whatever the Young Master commands, I will go through fire and water to complete!"

Jin Xiangyu was already kneeling on the ground.

As Yunü, she had now been trained to be very sensible.

Hearing that Ning Mu was leaving Yonghang, her eyes immediately revealed deep reluctance and a hint of worry.

For the Jin Family to grow and avenge their blood feud, they need the support of the Young Master and the Grandmaster behind him.

But now that the Young Master is leaving Yonghang, she cannot help but feel a sense of loss.

Obviously.

Ning Mu saw the worry in her eyes.

He smiled slightly, reached out to pinch her chin, looked into her eyes, and said warmly, "Yunü, you need not worry. Follow the steps we agreed upon. After I leave, all the remaining grain will be handed over to you. Fuling, you are responsible for overseeing the accounts. When the day of success arrives, the Jin Family will surely be the number one Grain Merchant in Yonghang!"

"As for your family's blood feud, I have already had my Master write a letter to be sent to the hands of Ji Bochang of the Tianying Sect. I presume a reply will arrive before long."

In reality, this letter bore not only the signature of Liu Qingmei but also that of Liuli Shitai, a powerhouse at the Half-Step Divine Origin realm.

With two Grandmaster-level powerhouses jointly guaranteeing it, as long as the Sect Master of the Tianying Sect is not a fool, he should know what to do.

Hearing these words, the worried Jin Xiangyu completely set her heart at ease.

"Many thanks, Young Master. Your great kindness is something Yunü will never forget as long as she lives. In this life, I shall surely repay you by serving as a slave and a maid, with all my heart!" Jin Xiangyu immediately expressed her deep gratitude, prostrating herself on the ground. Her voice trembled with excitement, and tears flowed from her eyes uncontrollably.

She was merely a mortal, possessing no Cultivation Points, and even less in the way of grand ambitions or aspirations.

For her.

Solving the Jin Family's troubles meant completely removing the blade hanging over her neck.

For this promise, she could give her whole life.

As long as the Jin Family was safe, even if the Young Master were to keep her as a canary in a cage from now on, she would have no regrets even in death.

In her younger brother's hands, the family could still flourish.

It would be enough to comfort the spirits of her parents in heaven.

Looking at the prostrate Jin Xiangyu, Ning Mu was not moved, but said with deep meaning, "There is no need for such repayment. I can solve your troubles, but I can also make the Jin Family vanish without a trace in a single day. I do not ask for much; loyalty is enough."

Eek! Jin Xiangyu's body trembled instantly.

The Young Master's warning made her feel as if she had fallen into an ice cellar.

Immediately, she swore, "Young Master, rest assured. Yunü has absolutely no second thoughts. All of Yunü belongs to the Young Master in this life. Even if the Young Master wanted Yunü to die, Yunü would not hesitate, and the same goes for the Jin Family!"

Deep fear arose in Jin Xiangyu's heart, and her last shred of wishful thinking was completely lost.

She understood that since she had boarded this ship, she must be completely loyal to the Young Master for the rest of her life in order for her and the Jin Family to survive.

To gain something, one must give something up! There is no such thing as a free lunch in this world.

It was just that she was doing it willingly!

Compared to the vast majority of pitiful people forced into such situations in this world, she was already lucky enough.

Listening to Ning Mu's words, let alone Jin Xiangyu, even Jiang Fuling, who stood to the side with eyes full of worship, felt a shock in her heart, and the loyalty in her eyes grew even more intense.

"Mm."

Ning Mu nodded, sitting on the couch in a relaxed manner, looking at the two little fan-girls before him, and said with a faint smile, "Young Master needs to relieve himself, who will serve me?"

Jiang Fuling was startled, clearly a bit bewildered.

However.

Jin Xiangyu immediately raised her head, then knelt and crawled toward Ning Mu with a pious expression.

"Yunü will."

As she spoke, she opened her mouth.

Jiang Fuling's eyes widened instantly.

Especially watching the flowing stream being completely received and contained by Jin Xiangyu.

She swallowed her saliva in surprise.

But after a moment, she overcame her psychological barrier.

Having come from a brothel, although she was a Qingguan, what kind of scenes had she not witnessed? There were plenty of guests who played more wildly than the Young Master.

Immediately, she also took the initiative to move closer.

This night, for Jiang Fuling, was destined to be unforgettable for the rest of her life.

She finally realized the Young Master's strength and charm.

Early the next morning.

Limping, she supported herself with Jin Xiangyu and left Ning Mu's room.

They happened to brush past Liuli.

Seeing Liuli, the two of them blushed slightly and nodded respectfully in greeting.

Liuli did not say much, but bypassed them and went straight to Ning Mu's door.

After adjusting her nervous mood and steadying her breathing, she raised her jade hand and knocked on the door.

"Little friend, you were wild last night, do you have any free time now?"

Liuli's expression revealed a hint of helplessness; her bright, fair, and pretty face was flushed with a faint red, and her deep eyes also showed panic.

【Task Two: (Time limit: 2 days) To improve your relationship with your Binding Companion, Ning Mu, take him to visit the Buddha at a temple. However, on the way to the temple and throughout the entire process, you must maintain the Empty Gap State, and within the temple grounds, you must inadvertently display your Empty Gap State before Ning Mu.】

【If you can display it in the Buddha Hall, you will achieve the highest completion rate!】

【Complete the task to receive a maximum reward of 1500 Cultivation Points, 150 Heroic Couple Points, and 1x Mysterious Grade Supreme Weapon: Phoenix Spirit Mysterious Quality Leather Whisk!】

【If the task fails, 50% of your Cultivation Points will be deducted, and your Charm Bone Constitution will deepen by 30%!】

There were 2 days left for the task.

But tomorrow, Ning Mu was leaving Yonghang to head to Xima Mountain.

If she could not complete the task, half of her Cultivation Points would be gone, meaning her strength would be greatly weakened, and her constitution would even be deepened.

Therefore...

She could only take the opportunity today to proactively invite Ning Mu for a trip to the temple.

For this very reason, she did not sleep all night.

At this moment, her beautiful and exquisite body was hidden beneath the Bodhi Jade Lotus Zen Robe, and her whole person seemed to be covered in a layer of rosy light.

Aside from this Bodhi Jade Lotus Zen Robe, which looked like a zen robe but was actually full of temptation.

She wore no clothing underneath.

Empty Gap State.

"Hmm... Master, is there... ah-choo, is there something? I am still very sleepy; if there is something, come in and say it."

From inside the door came the groggy voice of Ning Mu, as if he had not yet woken up.

Liuli's pretty face flushed red, and hesitation flashed in her eyes.

At this time, Ning Mu must be wearing nothing at all; as a nun, would it be appropriate for her to barge in?

But if she did not go in... if this brat did not agree to her invitation, what would she do about her mission? While she was conflicted in her heart.

As if possessed, Liuli's slender, fair hand pushed open the ajar door.

Her eyes were shimmering and shy, and her pretty face was flushed red, as charming as the morning clouds...

A massive 9200-word chapter! An extra update for the new Helmsmen "Silent Flowing Clouds" and "Book Friend 2024^8360"! Thank you to the big bosses for the generous rewards! My hands are tired from writing today's update; the chair should arrive tomorrow, and I will start the side stories then. The VIP full-subscription group has been created; you can apply to join via the link below the synopsis or below the author's note! (End of chapter)