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(6k)","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-171",171,"\u003Cp>At this moment, Zhou Qing dared not let his guard down, meticulously preparing every detail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once everything was in place, he took a deep breath, steadying his slightly agitated spirit, then slowly reached out and pulled the stopper from the jade vial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, a vast, primordial aura surged forth from the jade vial, flooding the entire room in moments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It carried boundless dominance and grandeur, along with a weight forged by eons of time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the vial, three drops of blood floated silently, like three blazing golden orbs radiating blinding light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing felt his throat dry up, and he involuntarily swallowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, he had previously refined the Jin Wu and Su Ni blood, so he carefully extracted one drop, immediately activating the Yin-Yang Scripture to protect his meridians, then began swallowing and refining it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the blood entered his body, Zhou Qing felt as if molten lava was surging wildly through his meridians.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The searing heat brought agonizing pain to his meridians; he let out a muffled groan, sweat beading instantly on his forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He dared not slacken for a moment, focusing all his attention on guiding this wild energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, within his consciousness, a phantom image of a Jin Chida suddenly appeared—it roared furiously toward the sky, spread its wings, and charged violently toward Zhou Qing’s Nascent Soul, as if to devour it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without Zhou Qing needing to act, the Four Flowers at the Crown sensed the threat and immediately suppressed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed slowly; soon, the pallor on Zhou Qing’s face, once twisted by pain, gradually returned to normal, and eventually, a hint of pleasure appeared in his expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, half a month slipped away, and Zhou Qing finally succeeded in fully refining the first drop of Jin Chida blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, a tremendous force erupted from his body, swirling around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perhaps the energy contained in just these three drops alone is enough to let me break through to Nascent Soul late stage!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the Four Flowers at the Crown required immense energy to break through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These three drops came from a Great Expert who had reached the peak of the Severing Spirit realm; merely from refining the first drop, he could clearly sense the vast energy within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, Zhou Qing said nothing, gathered his focus again, and began refining the second drop…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three days later, Yan Xiao hurried over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the soundproofing formation activated outside the courtyard and the sign reading “Do Not Disturb,” he finally relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had just learned at Shen Yue Peak that Lu Yaoyao had returned and entered seclusion; worried about Old Four, he rushed over to check.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmph, came back without even saying hello, everyone’s locking themselves away, fine—I’ll lock myself too!” Yan Xiao muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone with the Four Flowers at the Crown worked so hard; he, a mere Earth Vein Foundation Establishment cultivator, was far too lazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two months slipped by unnoticed; on this night, a powerful aura erupted violently, then instantly retracted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the room, Zhou Qing sat cross-legged, eyes closed and motionless; several supreme-grade spirit stones rested in his hands, now reduced to hollow shells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Above his head floated a Nascent Soul nearly identical to his physical form, rising and falling gently, surrounded by a faint glow, radiating vitality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the Nascent Soul returned into his body; Zhou Qing slowly opened his eyes, and within his plain black irises, a flicker of brilliant golden light passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially his aura—compared to before, it had grown longer, richer, and now carried a scorching, piercing edge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After sensing the doubled surge of potent spiritual power within, Zhou Qing’s lips curled into a satisfied smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Nascent Soul late stage—I’ve finally broken through!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing whispered softly, then stood up, stretched his arms, and smiled lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To ensure stability during the final breakthrough, he had taken out several Jipin  spirit stones—and to his surprise, he had absorbed them all completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thankfully, he had crossed this critical threshold and successfully reached Nascent Soul late stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The feeling of advancement is truly wonderful…” Zhou Qing sighed again, his face filled with contentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seizing the momentum, Zhou Qing stretched his body briefly, then eagerly began cultivating the Emperor’s Radiance Scripture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, everything flowed effortlessly; countless obscure ancient characters became clearer, flooding his mind like an endless tide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a daze, he felt as if he had crossed vast spans of time, glimpsing the invincible might of the Jin Chida in ancient eras, soaring through heaven and earth, tearing open the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That innate dominance, that freedom of flight through the nine heavens, gradually merged into his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In just half a month, his body underwent astonishing changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath his skin, faint golden light shimmered, as if fine scales were forming; his bones cracked and popped, undergoing reshaping and reinforcement, growing tougher and stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, at Shen Yue Peak!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Zhengyang stood midair, his gaze complex as he stared down at the dwelling nearly buried under ice sculptures; his brow furrowed, filled with confusion and worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Lu Yaoyao returned from traveling with Zhou Qing over two months ago, she had immediately entered seclusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He assumed she had gained something, and as her master, he wisely refrained from asking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, last time she went out with Zhou Qing, she broke through two realms in succession; thus, Cao Zhengyang now felt somewhat reassured about Zhou Qing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, over three months had passed—why had her dwelling become like this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Has she cultivated a stronger scripture?” Cao Zhengyang felt both joy and dread.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mainly because he didn’t know how effective this scripture was—or whether it suited her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if she suffered a qi deviation?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as his worries mounted, suddenly, a towering aura erupted violently from below.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sensing this aura, Cao Zhengyang froze, then broke into a delighted grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Nascent Soul—she broke through! This child actually broke through!” Cao Zhengyang murmured excitedly, his smile impossible to suppress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hours later, the ice crystals surrounding the dwelling began slowly melting; under Cao Zhengyang’s expectant gaze, Lu Yaoyao joyfully opened the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without even glancing at Cao Zhengyang in the air, she dashed straight toward Xiao Ling Peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Zhengyang, hand outstretched to greet her, froze midair; his smile vanished instantly, his lips trembling violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, he felt heartbroken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Zhou Qing still in seclusion, Lu Yaoyao’s eyes flickered with disappointment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she quickly rallied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Looks like the Jin Chida blood isn’t easy to refine!” she murmured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she gave herself a mental pep talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the Ice Purity Scripture gifted by Third Mom, she had finally broken through to Nascent Soul—perfect timing to push forward and cultivate the Ice Lotus technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this divine art was dozens of times stronger than any scripture she currently practiced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just returning to Shen Yue Peak, she saw her master sitting outside with a sour expression; instantly, she ran over with a bright smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master, I’ve broken through to Nascent Soul!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Zhengyang let out a hollow laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten months later, Yan Xiao emerged from seclusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Damn, how long has it been?” Seeing Zhou Qing still in seclusion, Yan Xiao, clutching his old hen, felt disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He scratched his head, calculating—the time since you and Lu Shimei returned from Cang Lan Mountain is already a year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t tell me you’re aiming to break through to Nascent Soul late stage in one go?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If so, this older brother of mine might as well give up—this gap would be insurmountable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he turned to leave, Zhou Qing’s dwelling suddenly emitted a deep, rumbling roar, like the low growl of an ancient beast awakening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao froze, watching his hen tremble uncontrollably in his arms; it laid a spirit egg on the spot and burrowed desperately into his chest—he was baffled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next instant, the courtyard exploded violently, shards of stone and wood spraying everywhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, a blinding golden light surged forth, accompanied by a violent gale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao’s face changed instantly; he sidestepped, activated his spiritual power to shield himself, and kicked off hard, retreating rapidly, not daring to slacken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once he stabilized, he cautiously stared at the center of the light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the golden radiance, a Jin Chida with a body ten zhang long flapped its golden wings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its feathers looked forged from gold, each gleaming with cold light; its eyes blazed like twin golden suns, radiating boundless majesty and dominance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind howled, sand and stones whirled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a primordial beast stepping from ancient myth, Yan Xiao felt icy dread merely from locking eyes with it; he retreated again, step after step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I get it—you’re not dead. You beast, what did you do to Old Four?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao snapped to his senses, roared, and instantly summoned his great blade, brimming with murderous intent, pointing straight at the golden Jin Chida in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Last time, Zhou Qing nearly got possessed by the Jin Chida, but afterward, Old Four said the Four Flowers at the Crown had crushed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now it seemed the old bird hadn’t been fully destroyed—it had somehow deceived Old Four with some strange trick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder he’d been in seclusion so long—he was attempting possession.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zhou Qing, watching Yan Xiao’s furious and tense expression, let out a long, triumphant roar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The exhilaration of breaking through barriers was intoxicating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eight months of seclusion had finally brought the Emperor’s Radiance Scripture to minor completion—the manifestation of the Golden Peng True Body and the Emperor’s aura was extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could clearly feel his combat power had skyrocketed, his strength having undergone a qualitative leap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined with the Four Flowers at the Crown’s enhancement and his Nascent Soul late stage cultivation, crushing ordinary peak cultivators was effortless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even those like Yu Ziqi, who had begun mastering the realm of intent, were not beyond his reach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flash of light, the majestic Jin Chida in the air vanished, replaced by Zhou Qing’s human form once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Yan Xiao, who had been glaring with rage, blinked—and suddenly understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That scripture—what was it called? Emperor’s Radiance?” Yan Xiao blinked, finally remembering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing smiled broadly. “Third Brother, what are you doing? Pointing your blade at me—I thought you were about to kill me for the greater good.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Zhou Qing’s aura was vast and contained, his eyes deep as the sea; every gesture exuded a unique confidence and calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao immediately sheathed his blade and rushed over, circling Zhou Qing, his eyes filled with unmistakable awe and envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You…” He opened his mouth, but couldn’t think of what to say, a wave of anxiety rising in his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Emperor’s Huang Scripture?” Yan Xiao Hu murmured three words, as if trying to confirm them once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I want to cultivate it!” Yan Xiao Hu said without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing sighed and explained: “I wanted to share it with you after I woke up last time, but I couldn’t speak of it. Didn’t Master say this is a bloodline inheritance technique?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu felt like crying, his face twisted in grievance as he muttered: “That damn feathered beast—why didn’t it possess me instead?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wait…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, he seemed to sense something, his eyes widening as he ventured cautiously: “You… broke through to Nascent Soul late stage?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his third brother’s complex gaze—part sorrow for his brother’s suffering, part fear he’d become too powerful—Zhou Qing gave a quiet nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At once, Yan Xiao Hu said nothing, shoved the old hen into Zhou Qing’s arms, and stormed off in a huff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where are you going, third brother?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“To die!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing hadn’t expected his third brother to return so soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stormed out to the big tree by the courtyard, urinated without a care, then returned to Zhou Qing with a face full of wounded resentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sight made one both laugh and sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You said before the Jin Wu blood came from Second Uncle, then the Su Ni blood was found by accident on Linggu Mountain, and now it’s the Jin Chida Peng blood—how come you always get the lucky breaks?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu’s voice brimmed with unmistakable envy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zhou Qing’s face was serious: “Third brother, if I told you these three opportunities were won with my life, would you believe me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jin Wu blood was snatched at great risk from countless Flame Crocodiles and a Cut-Spirit-level threat—even my whole body was blistered by fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Su Ni blood carried an indescribable karmic debt, and I took on the task from Elder Xuan Qingzi: someday, when I reach the Star Battlefield, I must prove he wasn’t a deserter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jin Chida Peng blood came from accompanying a Cut-Spirit-level explorer. Luckily, Number Six was eccentric, believing only in ‘fate’—would any other person have let you take three rare drops of blood?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zhou Qing’s earnest expression, Yan Xiao Hu suddenly felt something stir inside him—he instantly understood how hard his fourth brother’s journey had been.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment, he laughed, stepped forward, draped an arm around Zhou Qing’s shoulder, and said sincerely: “Fourth brother, I’m not jealous—I’m actually happier for you. Isn’t it true that greater power means greater responsibility?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Look at you—you’ve already endured so many life-or-death crises with your Four Flowers at the Crown, shattered your Golden Core, drawn the attention of the Five Prodigies, nearly got possessed by a Corpse Spirit—what trials await you next? I truly ache for you, deep in my heart.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu spoke with deep concern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing couldn’t help teasing: “Why so suddenly sentimental? You sound so heartfelt—is it real?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course it’s real!” Yan Xiao Hu glared at him, then said solemnly: “Think about it—if your Four Flowers secret gets out, you’ll have enemies everywhere!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing nodded slightly and smiled: “Then you’d better keep your mouth shut—few people know about this.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu immediately patted his chest in assurance, then leaned close, eyes gleaming, whispering: “Fourth brother, you’ve been in seclusion so long—our names have dropped on the Kill List. Should we seize this chance to strike big?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing’s heart stirred at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu elaborated: “Remember Li Hanshan and Yu Ziqi? They nearly killed Second Sister—if we hadn’t arrived in time, who knows what would’ve happened?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Besides, Second Sister will likely break through to Soul Transformation in one or two years. By the current unwritten rules, we won’t be allowed to touch them after that.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And those two have been killing many from our Three Sect Alliance lately, relying on their cultivation levels.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Worst of all—after every attack, they leave one survivor to spread word: they’re retaliating because you killed Sima Yaoji, so blame you!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu grew angrier with every word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing’s eyes narrowed, a cold gleam flashing within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t care how others saw him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they nearly killed Second Sister—that was real hatred, and it couldn’t be left unavenged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now, he truly had the strength to confront them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Rumors say Three Flowers at the Crown grant extraordinary combat power—I’ve seen it in you already, let alone Four Flowers.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now that you’ve reached the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm, and with the devastating Emperor’s Huang Scripture—I think we could try it together.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu’s eyes sparkled with anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing nodded without hesitation—he’d been thinking the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zhou Qing agree, Yan Xiao Hu was thrilled: “Perfect! Wait for my news—I’ll use some resources to track their movements, find a chance to pick them off separately—better odds that way.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Yan Xiao Hu turned and hurriedly left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing, holding the old hen, stood still in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be safe, he needed more preparation—so he strolled with the hen toward Shen Yue Peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Lu Yaoyao heard Zhou Qing had emerged from seclusion, she rushed out immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After searching the crowd for a long while, she spotted his familiar back near the Exchange Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing was inside, using his accumulated points to exchange for more array materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He already possessed two sets of array flags: the Futo Array and the Lei Yan Shi Ling Array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now he wanted to forge a peculiar array: the Eighteen-Level Earthquake Array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among the array legacies left by Elder Xuan Qingzi, there were over a thousand Level-One arrays alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Zhou Qing first saw this array’s name, he was instantly drawn to it; after reading its description, he was thrilled—his anticipation soared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once entered, the ground would shake violently, the air vibrating at an extreme frequency with every breath—its power was undeniable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Zhou Qing wanted to test its real effect—and he deeply admired Elder Xuan Qingzi’s ingenuity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where is he?” Lu Yaoyao finally squeezed through the crowd, only to find Zhou Qing gone—then realized he was still right there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why had she been so absentminded lately, constantly overlooking Zhou Shixiong?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zhou Shixiong!” Lu Yaoyao rubbed her eyes, her face brightening with a smile as she called out loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing smiled slightly, signaling the Exchange Hall was too noisy—they should speak outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Congratulations on breaking through to Nascent Soul!” she sincerely said outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yaoyao giggled, beaming with pride: “Looks like your seclusion paid off too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not bad, I guess,” Zhou Qing demurred, then lowered his voice: “Got time soon?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yaoyao’s eyes lit up instantly—she guessed something. She leaned close, whispering: “Finally going to do something big?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shh—I’ll call you when the time comes,” Zhou Qing whispered urgently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Yaoyao nodded eagerly, heart pounding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For these past eight months, she’d gained solid control over the Ice Lotus technique—its cultivation felt increasingly natural.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now she strongly suspected the silver-haired woman might be her real mother—both the heart scripture and technique seemed tailor-made for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zhou Qing!” A voice called from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing turned to see Master Gao Xian stepping out of the Mission Hall, waving toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Lu Yaoyao knew Master Gao had business with Zhou Qing, and tactfully said: “I’ll go prepare then, Zhou Shixiong—don’t forget to call me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing nodded and walked toward Master Gao Xian, bowing respectfully: “Greetings, Master.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Master Gao Xian still wore his gentle smile: “It’s been a while. Walk with me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, Master,” Zhou Qing replied, and the two descended the mountain together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>PS: Please vote for a monthly ticket—let Sanxing make the monthly chart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",3057,"2026-06-19T20:13:53.139Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","f52b187e8ea206841c8bc66167234e1841d42e38f9cefe7e484070420b6e911e","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-172","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-170",302,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmy-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--cover.jpg"]