Chapter 6: Elder Brother, A Yin Pays Her Respects!

I am taking on my own disciple; what right do you have to stop me?

Of course, this rebellion occupied only a very, very small space in her heart, and was quickly replaced by reason.

She understood that Ye Yin's worry and refusal were not without reason.

But regarding the matter of the Outer Realm Heavenly Demon, she could not defend herself.

She could only end up as a slave to the system.

The original maximum reward for Task Two was 500 Xia Lu points and 300 Cultivation Points! Now that the task was complete, the maximum reward had not been obtained.

Clearly.

It was because of Ye Yin's resistance and questioning, as well as the suspicious gazes of the disciples, that the Binding Companion Ning Mu had developed a sense of fear! Liu Qingmei thought to herself, unable to help but frown.

She knew that at this moment, she must stand firmly behind Ning Mu to support him.

Otherwise, not only would Ning Mu be unable to gain a foothold in Cangjian Villa in the future, but her own journey of tasks ahead would likely be filled with many obstacles.

Immediately.

She glared at her daughter Ye Yin and the disciples without hesitation, her voice crisp and overbearing.

"Ning Mu is merely my, Liu Qingmei's, personal disciple. How I treat him has nothing to do with the Ye Family or Cangjian Villa. A Yin, and all of you, whether you agree or not, Ning Mu is my, Liu Qingmei's, disciple. None of you have the right to interfere. If you still respect me as your Master or mother, then you should treat him the same way!"

Then.

She turned her gaze to look at Ning Mu, her eyes softening, her tone gentle and carrying a hint of doting as she said softly: "Ning Mu, don't mind their attitude. With your Master here, no one dares to bully you!"

【Notification: The owner of the Couple Number One Sub-system, Liu Qingmei, has completed Task Two. Feedback task reward: You have obtained the Earth-Grade Movement Technique "Floating Mystery Steps"!】

In Ning Mu's mind, the system notification sounded.

【Notification: Your protection has made the Binding Companion Ning Mu feel much more at ease; Strategy Value increased by 2 points, current Strategy Value is 25 points!】

While giving feedback to Liu Qingmei, he clicked on the technique to check it.

: Floating in the heavens and earth, tracking without a shadow, illusory and unreal.

Watching the Strategy Value continue to rise, Liu Qingmei felt gradually satisfied inside.

She had not even realized that after being forced to accept the various bizarre tasks of this "Outer Realm Heavenly Demon" system, she had gradually become a bit addicted to the pleasure of "getting something for nothing."

Even if she vaguely sensed that the end of the tasks might be an abyss.

As the dignified Manor Mistress of Cangjian Villa and a direct daughter of the prestigious Liu Family of the pugilistic world, if things went on like this, she might really end up having something happen with the system-bound companion Ning Mu, a low-class servant born in a stable.

Yet, she still couldn't help but stand on the edge of the cliff, gazing into the abyss.

Expecting the abyss to give her powerful feedback.

Being able to complete tasks so easily and obtain various benefits to improve her strength—who would still be willing to cultivate painstakingly?

"Master, actually there is no need for this. You have already given enough; this disciple feels deeply apprehensive."

Ning Mu hurriedly pretended to be anxious and said humbly.

Seeing Ning Mu so humble, still carrying the servility he had as a servant before, Liu Qingmei's maternal instincts overflowed. She immediately gazed at him with her beautiful eyes and said sternly: "Xiao Mu, no need to worry. Since you are already my, Liu Qingmei's, disciple, you should hold your head high. From now on, you are not allowed to be so humble. Your background is not shameful; show the backbone of a man!"

Unknowingly, the way she addressed him had already quietly changed.

These words were likely from the heart and had nothing to do with the system! "Yes, Master!"

Ning Mu's eyes lit up, and his expression recovered somewhat.

【Notification: Your importance and teachings have made the Binding Companion Ning Mu feel incredibly gratified; Strategy Value increased by 3 points, current Strategy Value is 28 points!】

As Ning Mu fed back a few points of Strategy Value to Liu Qingmei.

In his mind, he simultaneously received the Loyalty Value fed back by Liu Qingmei.

【Notification: The Number One Binding Companion target Liu Qingmei is self-moved, maternal instincts are triggered, Loyalty Value increased by 1%, current Loyalty Value is 3%!】

This can happen too? Being self-moved is fine, I suppose.

Ning Mu couldn't help but secretly glance at Liu Qingmei's smooth, fair profile.

He discovered that he could freely control the level of the Strategy Value in Liu Qingmei's sub-system.

And watching their mother-son-like affection, Ye Yin and the others were at a loss.

"Mother..."

Ye Yin still wanted to say something.

However.

She was forcibly interrupted by Liu Qingmei waving her hand, her brows slightly furrowed as she said: "That's enough, A Yin, no need to say more. Have you taken Mother's words to heart?"

Ye Yin was instantly extremely aggrieved. But having been raised with good discipline for a long time, she did not resist her mother.

Instead, she nodded unwillingly, stared at Ning Mu with hidden resentment, and then gritted her teeth and said: "Daughter understands!"

"Elder Brother, A Yin pays her respects!"

Ye Yin gave a salute to Ning Mu with extreme reluctance.

Ning Mu returned the salute immediately.

His strength was very weak right now, and he had to rely on Liu Qingmei; otherwise, he feared it would be very difficult to survive in this world.

Therefore, he did not feel disgusted by Ye Yin's resistance; instead, he felt like an outsider.

Liu Qingmei was very satisfied with Ye Yin's performance.

Anyone would find it hard to accept a sudden, strange elder brother.

She could understand.

Watching Ning Mu and Ye Yin get along as siblings, this also made her, who had always been childless, very satisfied.

She did not notice that a seed had already sprouted in her heart at this moment.

It seemed that even without the influence of the Outer Realm Heavenly Demon, if she could have such an obedient and well-behaved pair of children, it would be a blessing in life! Then.

Liu Qingmei's gaze turned to the group of Cangjian Villa disciples led by Feng Zhien.

"Zhien, what about you all?"

Feng Zhien and the others immediately cupped their hands in a salute: "We will strictly follow Master's wife's teachings."

"Second Young Master, greetings!"

"You are too polite, fellow senior brothers."

Ning Mu also cupped his hands to return the salute.

"Alright, you may all disperse."

Liu Qingmei nodded with satisfaction, dismissed the disciples, then looked at Feng Zhien, who was dressed in white and looked elegant and handsome, and instructed: "Zhien, take a few junior brothers to handle the handover matters with the Fengmo Sword Sect; the flight route must be secured!"

"Yes, Master's wife!"

Feng Zhien immediately cupped his hands, an air of arrogance between his brows.

When he raised his head, he cast a faint glance at Ning Mu from the corner of his eye, his gaze filled with a look of contempt.

"A Yin, go check on your father; I will take your brother to familiarize himself with things and will come shortly."

Liu Qingmei sent Ye Yin away.

"Oh." Ye Yin frowned as she agreed, gave a light huff when she looked at Ning Mu, and turned to leave impatiently.

Once everyone had dispersed.

"Master, then I will return to my courtyard as well."

Ning Mu pretended to take his leave.

Although the task was issued by him, as far as Liu Qingmei was concerned, he was completely unaware of it.

In other words, he was merely an NPC to Liu Qingmei.

Sure enough.

Just as he turned around, he felt his shoulder being pressed by a warm, soft palm.

"Eh... wait!"

Liu Qingmei felt a bit flustered, her gaze flickering imperceptibly, but she still called Ning Mu to stop while forcing herself to remain calm.

"Master... do you have any instructions?"

Ning Mu turned his head and looked at Liu Qingmei with a sincere expression.

Seeing his honest and obedient appearance, Liu Qingmei felt even more flustered inside.

【Task Three: When no one is looking, reveal a bit of your bosom to your Binding Companion Ning Mu, and tell him in private that you like him very much...】

What kind of improper system is this! It must be the work of an Outer Realm Heavenly Demon! How could it ask a Master to do such a thing in front of a disciple...

(End of this chapter)