[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female-":3,"chapter-my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-106":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","My Master's Elder Brother Just Took on a Female Disciple",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2265639,4423,"Chapter 106: Impossible! How Could It Be You! (6k)","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-106",106,"\u003Cp>The Yunyun Mansion’s annual auction is always wildly popular, drawing crowds from all over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This year was no different; early in the morning, a bustling crowd had already begun lining up to pay entry fees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the throng of people, Zhang Wanbao pulled Zhou Qing and Yan Xiao aside quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here, the surroundings were serene, with few people coming and going, yet specially assigned beautiful attendants guided guests—clearly the VIP entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Follow me!” Zhang Wanbao led the two inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing it was their young master, everyone immediately bowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need for formalities, carry on with your duties—prepare an extra VIP room for my two elder brothers!” Zhang Wanbao ordered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The registration clerk’s face instantly turned shocked as he stared at Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing quickly said, “No, no, we’ll take a regular seat.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu agreed—he didn’t want to draw attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“VIP rooms offer better views, better service, and more comfort,” Zhang Wanbao said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, they refused—any small corner would do; they’d already reviewed the auction list, and aside from the Nascent Soul Elixir and Soul-Breathing Immortal Herb they’d already obtained, they needed nothing else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They’d come purely to watch the spectacle—why waste a VIP room on them?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After failing to persuade them, Zhang Wanbao reluctantly arranged a corner seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“By the way, has the Mansion Master arrived?” Zhang Wanbao asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The clerk hurriedly replied, “They’ve already entered, along with Miss Cancan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao’s eyes instantly lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, carry on!” With that, the three went inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To avoid drawing attention, Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu parted ways with Zhang Wanbao and found their own seats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao quickly spotted a lit room at the very center of the ceiling VIP boxes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was overjoyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“According to Elder Brother Zhou’s plan, I need to keep myself busy—these days, I must, must, must restrain myself, avoid all contact with her. Maybe today is the chance!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao pulled out the plan sheet Zhou Qing had given him, then glanced toward a backstage corridor—his small eyes instantly filled with a wild scheme.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately tucked the sheet away and sprinted down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, facing the sea of people and murmurs, Yan Xiaohu gasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a massive auction—just the entry fees must amount to an unimaginable sum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve got a plan—our sect’s base at Yanlong City doesn’t have an auction, so why not have our own? I’ll be chairman, you’ll be vice-chairman—what do you think?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu excitedly patted the old hen in his arms as he spoke to Zhou Qing, already imagining a name for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing was speechless, his expression troubled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Third Senior Brother, I don’t know why, but since we sat down, I’ve felt a quiet unease,” Zhou Qing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu frowned: “Unease? How’s that possible? Who’d dare cause trouble here? Look at how many experts are present—except for Zhang Wanbao…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, the two instantly exchanged glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could that guy be pulling another stunt on his own again?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that his father knew they existed, any reckless move by him would be blamed on them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh my, what a coincidence!” A familiar voice suddenly rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They turned to see a graceful, still-beautiful woman settling down beside them—right next to Yan Xiaohu’s left—drawing many curious glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why are you here too?” Yan Xiaohu asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shitao covered her mouth and laughed softly, her chest rising and falling, drawing audible swallows from those around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What kind of question is that? If you can come, why can’t I? By the way, was it your idea to arrange the marriage contract with Cancan?” Li Shitao asked curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu immediately shook his head: “What marriage contract? What are you talking about?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shitao smiled: “Fine, deny it all you want—we’ve clashed before, and now we can start again. Just thinking about it excites me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing chuckled: “Sister Tao, it’s better to break a temple than to ruin a marriage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young master, you’re the one breaking them apart—Cancan’s been clearly unhappy these past few days,” Li Shitao said, looking at Zhou Qing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhou Qing’s suspicions solidified—he smiled but said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shitao froze, studying their expressions, then suddenly understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Playing hard to get? That’s no fun—you’ve joined their side now!” She slumped back in her chair, dejected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu glanced at her chest and said, “First, take care of yourself—you’re bound to cause plenty of unnecessary trouble like that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shitao looked down, burst into laughter, then crossed her legs and leaned close to Yan Xiaohu’s ear, blowing gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What, worried about me? Are you jealous?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu quickly scratched his ear and pulled Zhou Qing to switch seats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Jealous of you? You’re insane!” Yan Xiaohu grumbled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his reaction, Li Shitao laughed again, utterly delighted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still staring? One Jipin  spirit stone per glance!” Li Shitao suddenly called out to the crowd, her voice laced with allure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone immediately sat up straight, staring ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing, sandwiched between them, gave a wry smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, in a backstage room, an elderly man with snow-white hair sat quietly sipping tea to moisten his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his hand, he held an auction catalog, silently reciting its contents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was Sun Lao, chief auctioneer of the Wanxiang Auction House—over the years, he’d presided over countless auctions of all sizes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the door opened softly, and Zhang Wanbao entered, grinning as he carried a teapot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Grandpa Sun—” Zhang Wanbao called softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Lao turned, smiling warmly: “Ah, Young Master Bao—what brings you here today?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ve got nothing to do, so I thought I’d drop by. By the way, this is premium tea I specially brought for you—try it!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Zhang Wanbao poured a cup for Sun Lao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Lao sipped, nodded approvingly: “Excellent tea. It’s thoughtful of you—but no one offers kindness without a request. What do you want?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao immediately began massaging Sun Lao’s shoulders, grinning: “Well, actually, I’ve been reflecting lately—have I been wasting my life? I’ve just drifted along, never worrying about anything, living like a pampered fool. No wonder Cancan looks down on me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t say that—everyone has their own value. Don’t belittle yourself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Zhang Wanbao’s dejected tone, Sun Lao quickly encouraged him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao nodded: “Thank you, Grandpa Sun. Today, I want to prove to everyone here that Zhang Wanbao isn’t a useless waste.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Lao turned, astonished, staring at Zhang Wanbao’s flushed, eager face—his expression filled with pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you want me to do for you?” Sun Lao asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao looked at him seriously: “I want to host this auction.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Lao’s expression changed instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does your father know?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s too risky.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s why I came to you—stand behind me, let me try. If anything goes wrong, I’ll take full responsibility!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you certain?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I am—I’m grown up now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fine. Since you’ve decided, Grandpa Sun will join you in this madness. There’s still time—I’ll teach you a few tricks.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, Grandpa Sun!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside VIP Room #1, the Mansion Master Xiao Ji sat quietly in a dark robe, his handsome face showing no signs of age despite his middle years, radiating an air of refined elegance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who could imagine this man was the long-reigning Mansion Master of Yunyun Mansion?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, he turned to his daughter, Xiao Cancan, who seemed troubled these past two days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Here’s the auction list—take a look. Whatever you want, I’ll buy it for you,” Xiao Ji said gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Cancan shook her head: “Nothing. You choose.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ji was about to say more when a knock came at the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A round, plump figure squeezed sideways into the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wore a bright red brocade robe embroidered with lavish golden patterns, his round face gleaming with oil, his small eyes squeezed into slits by his fat, thick lips slightly upturned, fingers adorned with multiple gemstone rings—a classic image of a vulgar rich man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to him, Zhang Wanbao looked downright thin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Old Xiao, you’re here!” Zhang Yifu laughed heartily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ji rose and sized him up: “It’s only been a month—how are you even fatter?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yifu puffed slightly: “Can’t help it—family genetics. Can’t lose weight. Live one day at a time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Greetings, Uncle!” Xiao Cancan quickly bowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yifu looked at the graceful Xiao Cancan, beaming: “Cancan! You’re growing more beautiful every day.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, Uncle,” Xiao Cancan smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After brief small talk, Zhang Yifu said to Xiao Ji: “Alright, you two rest—I’ll go check on things downstairs. So much to manage every day.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ji nodded: “Go slow—I’ll find you for drinks later.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Got it—there’s something else I need to discuss with you later…” Zhang Yifu’s words cut off as the entire hall’s spirit-crystal lights burst into seven colors, converging instantly onto the central podium.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A clear, ringing bell tone echoed throughout the vast auction hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, the previously noisy venue fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s still a while before the auction starts—I told you not to look away for a second, or trouble would arise…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chairman, that’s Wanbao!” Fu Kui suddenly pointed at the stage behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yifu immediately stepped forward two paces and peered down through the crystal wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, a small fatty appeared on the auction floor; under the gaze of thousands, he seemed nervous at first, but quickly calmed himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yifu blinked, then turned sharply to Fu Kui: “What’s going on? Where’s Old Sun?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Kui immediately shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lord Xiao Ji glanced from Zhang Wanbao to Zhang Yifu beside him, then chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Brother Zhang, this child has grown up—he wants to share your burdens!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yifu frowned and sighed deeply: “He can’t share a damn thing—he’s lucky if he doesn’t cause me trouble every day. Fu Shu, go down and find out what’s happening.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Kui hurried off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Cancan also stared curiously at the figure on the stage; recently, she had clearly sensed that Zhang Wanbao had changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu stared at each other in stunned silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thing they’d feared most had finally happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao, however, exhaled slowly, steadied his nerves, raised the voice-amplifying stone, and smiled: “Hello everyone, I’m Zhang Wanbao, today’s auctioneer. It’s my first time hosting, so I’m naturally nervous—if I make any mistakes, please forgive me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But I guarantee you, every item up for auction today will not disappoint. I hope you all leave satisfied today. I now declare the Ten Thousand Phenomena Auction open!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Zhang Wanbao’s voice rang out, beams of crystal light instantly illuminated his back, where ten crystal platforms rose simultaneously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each was covered with a red cloth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Wanbao walked straight to the first crystal platform, yanked off the cloth, and revealed a small blue bell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the lights, crimson lines seemed to flow across its surface, radiating a heavy, solemn aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This bell is called the Lianshan Bell, forged by Master Wang Hui, the most venerable elder of Lingyun Mansion. Its power is extraordinary. It bears the name Lianshan because when activated…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, Zhang Wanbao began his explanation with flawless fluency, turning an ordinary weapon into something that sparked intense interest among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The starting bid for this bell is three hundred low-grade spirit stones. Each raise must be at least fifty. If you’re interested, begin bidding.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, Zhang Wanbao bowed with a smile to all around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Three hundred fifty!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Five hundred!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll go eight hundred!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the scene explode into instant frenzy, Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu exhaled in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Better keep some distance from this guy—you never know what he’ll do next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, in Room One, Zhang Yifu was crying, wiping his tears nonstop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He’s grown up—this child has truly grown up! Qingmei, did you see? Abao can now share my burdens! Waaah~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ji walked over, smiling, and gently patted Zhang Yifu’s broad back: “Stop crying. We should be glad.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m crying from joy—I never realized how good his speaking skills were! He didn’t even give his old man a moment to prepare!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Zhang Yifu spoke this way, his tone brimmed with happiness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Except for Xiao Cancan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quietly watched Zhang Wanbao, effortlessly hosting the auction, feeling as if she were meeting him for the first time after all these years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could this truly be the same chubby boy who’d always grinned, trailed her like a shadow, and endlessly asked what she wanted to eat today or where she wanted to go tomorrow?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed slowly as Zhang Wanbao continued introducing new auction items, sealing one deal after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the auction conclude smoothly, Zhang Yifu was already weeping with emotion, rushing down to embrace his son.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, as the two were eating, Zhang Wanbao burst in, beaming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Big brothers, how was my performance yesterday? Wasn’t I awesome?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Zhang Wanbao’s face glowed with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His small eyes sparkled with pride, as if awaiting their praise, his self-satisfaction overflowing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two exchanged glances, then clapped in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Incredible! Truly impressive!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, yes—you gave us a huge surprise!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing their praise, Zhang Wanbao beamed, then stepped back two paces and bowed respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, big brothers, for your guidance. These past days, I’ve learned so much—my life has become far more meaningful. Last night, my old man was so happy—I haven’t seen him laugh like that in years.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After he got drunk, I carried him to bed. Listening to his mumbled dreams, I finally understood how hard he’s carried everything alone. Looking back at my own carefree worries, I feel ridiculous.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zhang Wanbao’s remorseful expression, the two grew solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This guy had suddenly matured a great deal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Zhang Wanbao looked up at them and said: “Big brothers, I know you have more important things to do. You’ve stayed only because of me. Don’t worry—I know what to do next.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s destined will come; what isn’t won’t be forced. I’ve come to accept this now—I’ll do my best. If it’s mine, it’s mine. If it isn’t, no matter how hard I strive or change, it’s only temporary novelty.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Zhang Wanbao, the two felt deep emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yinyinjian ， Tamensihuyeyousuolingwu ， Queyoushuobuqingdaobuming 。\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Drink?” After a brief silence, Zhou Qing suddenly spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu smiled over at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing their sincere invitation, Zhang Wanbao smiled too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Between men, sometimes no words are needed—a glance, a gesture, and you understand each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Definitely a drink! By the way, big brothers, where’s your sect?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Taiqingmen!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Great name. When I have time, I’ll definitely visit. Actually, my dad planned to invite you to dinner these two days, but I turned him down.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh? Why?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I know you’re low-key—I didn’t want to bring trouble. Besides, who knows how many eyes are watching my family, openly or secretly?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thoughtful. Good. I’ll drink to that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you, big brothers! I’ll drink mine—you go easy!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, the two prepared to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their mission in Lingyun Mansion was already complete; they were eager to return the Soul-Breath Immortal Grass to Old Mo as soon as possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’re just leaving without saying goodbye?” Zhou Qing asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu shook his head. Lingyun Mansion was indeed prosperous, with everything one could want—but no golden nest or silver nest compares to one’s own doghole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The ghost girl… I mean, Sister Tao? Where is she?” Zhou Qing couldn’t help teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu sighed: “Let me say it again—I have nothing to do with her. We’re not even close.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At the auction yesterday, I saw you staring at her constantly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t look. You’re imagining things.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t even say where you looked. What are you talking about, Shixiong ?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey, Little Four, you’re asking for a beating. Stand still!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After bidding farewell to Qian Dafu, the two left Lingyun Mansion, bickering and play-fighting as they set off on their journey home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If nothing went wrong, they’d return to their sect in three months.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten days later, Yan Xiaohu stared at the mountain range ahead and suddenly said: “Little Four, these mountains are clear and beautiful—I’m taking the Nascent Soul Pill here and breaking into the Nascent Soul realm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing froze: “Here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu nodded: “Yes. Don’t forget—we might run into the Cangyan Dao Palace on the way. After I break through, at least our safety is guaranteed. Plus, I can surprise Old Mo when we get back.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing thought for a moment, then agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Fine. I’ll guard you,” Zhou Qing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two descended on their swords, found an ideal spot, drove out a late-stage Foundation Establishment bear demon from a cave, and set up a barrier around it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they were about to plant the final flag, their expressions changed instantly—they prepared for battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shiiii! Shiiii! Shiiii!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next instant, a black gale surged toward them, filled with the howls of countless ghosts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Watch out!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu roared, summoning a blazing ball of fire in his hand and hurling it forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing formed a hand seal; a green light flashed, instantly forming a solid barrier around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM! As the two forces collided, a massive shockwave erupted, shattering surrounding rocks into rubble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiaohu staggered back, quickly shoving the old hen behind his waist to protect it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mid-Nascent Soul level—be careful!” Yan Xiaohu said grimly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing gripped his broken sword, frowning upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, a gaunt figure held a black banner, his eyes cold and menacing as he stared at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black mist swirled around the banner, emitting a nauseating stench, while spirits shrieked endlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You said the tracking mark you placed on them was hard to detect—had I not acted swiftly to interrupt them, they might have already set up a formation to oppose us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ghost Daoist sneered toward one side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, another figure descended from the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they saw who it was, Zhou Qing and Yan Xiao both stared in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qian Shopkeeper—how is it you?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, the newcomer was Qian Dafu—the shopkeeper who had treated them to fine food and drink in Lingyun Mansion, even risking his retirement savings as a future investment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, Qian Dafu bore three long swords on his back, gazing down at Zhou Qing and Yan Xiao, and sighed: \"I saw it all—two Nascent Soul Pills, four Jipin  spirit stones, and a Soul-Breath Immortal Herb worth five Jipin  spirit stones, including that chicken that lays spiritual eggs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why did you lure me? I’m a person too—I couldn’t bear to die old and forgotten in that place, only for you to send someone new to replace me. In no more than a year or two, who would even remember Qian Dafu?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But these things on you—these gave me a different hope. Maybe I, too, can reach the Nascent Soul realm and live another thousand years. Wealth must not be displayed—that’s your fate, and now it’s mine too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the end, Qian Dafu’s emotions had shattered—he screamed uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He refused to spend his life like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He envied and resented how young they were, yet already core disciples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He envied them having a master who cared for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He envied how casually they wielded Jipin  spirit stones—wealth he could never touch even after a lifetime as a shopkeeper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was unfair—Heaven was so cruelly unfair!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We’re all just passing through this world—why do they get such fortune and destiny, while I must vanish like a mayfly?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He refused to accept this fate—he would defy Heaven today and rewrite his destiny!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the mad expression on Qian Dafu’s face, the two could hardly believe this was the same simple, honest shopkeeper they’d lived with for days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Never test human nature—this saying had never been wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dear masters, please vote for a monthly ticket▄██●\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",3284,"2026-06-19T20:13:53.139Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","08f4a866e18410d51a10e2e730a5c9bd8d4370799cd37831d35f018b241b0608","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-107","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-105",302,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmy-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--cover.jpg"]