[{"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-197":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},2265730,4423,"Chapter 197: The Shock from Er Daye (6k)","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-197",197,"\u003Cp>In the sea of consciousness, the once dense, opaque ancient blood-colored characters began to slowly converge and merge, as if pulled by an invisible hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until they formed a red scroll nearly identical to the one on the stone platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing froze, and with a flick of his spirit, the scroll appeared in his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is really a copy!” Zhou Qing laughed bitterly, but his heart began to race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a terrifying forbidden zone, with ten thousand mine tunnels crisscrossing, the Blood Phoenix bone as the key to a hidden gateway, the shroud that once wrapped the Emperor, and peerless divine herbs growing alongside it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a place brimming with rare treasures and deadly dangers, this meticulously placed scroll must contain an extraordinary technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing could hardly wait; he immediately focused his mind, trying to open the scroll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet when his spiritual sense surged toward the scroll like a tide, it struck an invisible wall of bronze and iron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He furrowed his brow, refusing to believe it, and intensified his mental assault again and again—but the scroll remained utterly unmoved, as solid as Mount Tai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Zhou Qing refused to give up; he reached out with both hands, gripping the scroll’s edges tightly and pulling with all his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What the hell is going on?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing gritted his teeth, veins bulging on his hands, straining with every ounce of force to tear the scroll open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But no matter how hard he pulled, the scroll seemed welded shut, showing no sign of opening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you kidding me?” Zhou Qing muttered under his breath, filled with frustration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, drenched in sweat, he collapsed onto the ground, gasping for breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It couldn’t be opened—truly, it couldn’t be opened!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There must be a secret, because logically, this artifact was something only a Soul Severing cultivator like No. 6 could obtain after enduring life and death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, he was merely a Nascent Soul cultivator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll just wait until the next [Daily Inspection] refreshes!” Zhou Qing sighed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly realized: tomorrow he had already made plans with No. 6; breaking that promise would be improper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forget it. Breaking a promise is bad enough, and this scroll is thanks to her!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing decided to honor his appointment with No. 6 first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, Yan Xiao went to fetch food, while Zhou Qing glanced at the back of the token—a blue dot had appeared on it without warning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How impatient!” Zhou Qing chuckled wryly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then set up a barrier, infused it with spirit stones, and reentered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No. 1, you’re here!” No. 6’s blue sphere exclaimed excitedly upon seeing Zhou Qing log in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing nodded. “Waited long?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6 hurried to reply: “No, I just got in.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then both fell into a brief silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere felt strange—like a date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And their roles seemed reversed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go,” Zhou Qing finally spoke, breaking the tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6 nodded and led the way ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, they arrived effortlessly at that space; after careful thought, Zhou Qing once again inspected the shroud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Emperor’s Shroud: This was the burial shroud that once wrapped an ancient Emperor. It has long since developed self-awareness and a violent temperament, regarding all items in this place as its exclusive possessions.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[But as an evil yin artifact, if the Four-Color Array “Taiyin Soul Refining Array” is used, it can trap the entity for half an incense stick’s time.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the new description, Zhou Qing’s eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“When do we start?” No. 6 whispered, edging closer and glancing nervously at the shroud above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing did not answer immediately; his gaze fixed again on the divine herb emitting a soft glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yesterday’s scroll had drawn forth a Blood Phoenix illusion to guard it—he didn’t believe such a precious herb would be left defenseless?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as Zhou Qing was about to speak, darkness suddenly engulfed them, and a cold, sticky sensation instantly wrapped around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the shroud tightened further, their bodies were once again forced into close contact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s happening?” Zhou Qing asked urgently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6 was equally stunned; she had been monitoring the shroud within the cocoon above—how had it suddenly appeared behind them?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could there be two shrouds?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that made no sense—she had come here many times and fought the shroud more than once; she had never seen a second one before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As her vitality was drained rapidly, No. 6’s face flushed crimson, and without hesitation, she triggered self-destruction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reverting to light points, both felt deeply awkward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m sorry—it was my fault. I didn’t watch that strange shroud properly. I disturbed you…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6 broke the silence first, her voice thick with guilt and apology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s fine. Same time tomorrow!” Zhou Qing quickly said. “I’ve got something else to attend to—I’m leaving!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, Zhou Qing fled as if escaping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6 opened her mouth—why did it feel like you were the one who got the worse end?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whatever. Two chances left. She refused to believe it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She reentered her forbidden zone, but quickly exited again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one sang duets with her; she couldn’t pass those ancient ships.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A helpless sigh drifted through the silent space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Zhou Qing emerged, Yan Xiao had just returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No. 4, dinner’s ready!” Yan Xiao returned with the food box, fed the old hen, then called out to Zhou Qing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing dismissed the array and stretched his stiff body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hurry up and eat—I just heard the inner disciples from the Five Ghost Sect and the Ten Thousand Flowers Valley are dueling on the Questioning Platform. You love spectacles—let’s go check it out!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao said enthusiastically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing smiled. “Don’t bet too much, or you’ll go bankrupt.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These two were major sects of the southwest, ostensibly at war, but secretly transferring profits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The white-robed man was hunted down because he uncovered their secret meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the way, why haven’t they shown up at night these past two days?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Yan Xiao chuckled, thumping his chest. “Relax, your brother knows his limits. Small bets are fun; big bets ruin you—I get it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing checked today’s schedule and saw Lin Shi’s class—he finished eating quickly and headed to the Array Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he could no longer earn Ignore Points, Lin Shi’s array teachings helped him immensely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Er Daye had never missed a single class; his dedication had rubbed off on Zhou Qing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why are you sweating so much? Always plan ahead, no matter the situation!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as he sat down, Er Daye began lecturing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing looked embarrassed and nodded repeatedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Lin Shi hadn’t arrived yet, Zhou Qing took the opportunity to search through the legacy left by Xuanqingzi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, in the Four-Color Array section, he found the “Taiyin Soul Refining Array” mentioned by the system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The core material required vast quantities of Moon Soul Frost Jade, and the Taiyin Star Tracks had to be drawn using powdered frozen thousand-year corpses to forge nine array flags.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then could the movement of yin-evil entities be restricted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the rare materials and incredibly complex forging techniques were far beyond his current ability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No. 6, however, was a Level Four Array Master—perhaps she could manage it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was also the One-Color Array: “Great Strength Amplification Array.” If upgraded to Two-Color, perhaps he could push open the first coffin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using simulation, he could at least gather more details.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t want to be trapped inside for a hundred years—or longer—just because Er Daye dragged him into danger blindly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After class ended, students gradually left the Array Hall. As Zhou Qing stepped outside, Er Daye hurried over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He grabbed Zhou Qing’s arm with a grin. “Hey, kid, you promised to drink with me last time—don’t back out now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Er Daye’s eager expression, Zhou Qing guessed something good had happened and couldn’t refuse—he nodded quickly. “Of course. Do you think I’d break a promise?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sly little brat, always scheming. Come on!” Er Daye beamed and led Zhou Qing toward his cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Er Daye’s cave was simple yet elegant, its walls embedded with numerous glowing night pearls that illuminated the entire space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing quickly pulled out the delicate dishes he’d picked up from the kitchen on the way and placed them on the stone table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Er Daye warmly urged Zhou Qing to sit, then picked up a jar of wine and expertly broke the clay seal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, a rich, mellow aroma spread through the air, swirling freely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing inhaled deeply. “What a fragrant wine!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Er Daye grinned proudly. “Of course! This is my prized vintage—only you, kid, are lucky enough to taste it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Er Daye poured Zhou Qing a full cup.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching the faint golden mist swirl in the cup, Zhou Qing couldn’t help but lick his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Such fine wine—you should’ve invited Master to taste it,” Zhou Qing said, raising the cup with a tipsy smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Er Daye shook his head gently, a hint of helplessness in his expression. “I’d like to—but Master hates gifts, and he doesn’t drink.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing understood at once and nodded, then took a small sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, a rich, intense wine flavor spread through his mouth, carrying an indescribable, fragrant aroma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The liquor slid down his throat, and Zhou Qing felt a searing heat rush straight to his abdomen; immediately, the spiritual energy within his body ignited like a flame, surging wildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The burning, numbing, spicy sensation turned Zhou Qing’s face instantly crimson.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good! Excellent wine!” Zhou Qing couldn’t help but praise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zhou Qing’s blissful expression, Second Uncle burst into loud laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course! This wine is called Immortal Drunkenness. I once sneaked into Taiyao Mountain just to get it—I fought that old monkey… never mind that, bottom’s up!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle clanked his wine bowl against Zhou Qing’s, then tossed back the entire contents in one gulp, his throat rolling with a satisfied swallow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing also couldn’t resist taking deep swigs; his cheeks gradually flushed, and his gaze grew hazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This reminded him of several years ago, when Shi Zhen had invited him to dinner at Yushantang to repay his life-saving deed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle had then transformed into Third Brother’s appearance and brought this same unforgettable wine—but today’s batch was even superior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them drank cup after cup, thoroughly exhilarated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three rounds of wine, as the mood peaked, Second Uncle’s enthusiasm soared higher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He set down his cup, stood up, swaying slightly, yet beaming with pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He said: “Kid, do you know why I invited you to drink today?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing’s face was flushed, his eyes blurred and unfocused, his head feeling heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shook his head, his tongue thick: “D-don’t know… but it’s definitely good… really good!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle chuckled. “I’ll show you something great.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, he swiftly formed hand seals, and one after another spiritual seal appeared, encircling his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Careful inspection revealed exactly forty-three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recall that when Second Uncle first brought Zhou Qing to the academy, he had only thirty-seven seals—this was merely three months later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, Second Uncle’s talent was extraordinary, and he had never formally studied array techniques before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where’s the applause?” Second Uncle swayed drunkenly, utterly intoxicated, yet still brimming with self-satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing quickly drained his cup; wine spilled from the corner of his mouth, soaking his front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t bother wiping it, clapping loudly with admiration in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After showing off, Second Uncle draped an arm around Zhou Qing’s shoulder, affectionate and carefree from drink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your turn now. Last time you made me guess—I was too lazy. Let me see if you’ve improved under Master’s tutelage.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing’s face was flushed; he waved his hand weakly to decline, his voice slurred: “I—I can’t… no need to embarrass myself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Kid, you’re killing the mood! No outsiders here—hurry up!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle refused to let him off, shoving him upright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing rose unsteadily, his steps stumbling as if walking on cotton, his whole body light and floating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He steadied himself and said: “Then I won’t be modest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a loud shout, he too rapidly formed hand seals; spiritual energy surged around him, and one after another spiritual seal materialized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, twenty seals appeared in sequence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Second Uncle instinctively reached up to stroke his beard, aiming for a venerable elder’s composure—then awkwardly realized he now wore a boy’s form, with no beard at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He froze for a moment, then looked at Zhou Qing with deep admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Undeniably, this boy had already reached the level of a prodigy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At only twenty-some years of bone age, he was already at Nascent Soul late stage, a single-color array master, with Four Flowers Gathering at the Crown—such talent and power meant his future would far surpass the Spirit Severing Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, six more seals emerged, making Second Uncle’s eyes brighten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This kid’s got potential—I thought only I’d been secretly improving…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Second Uncle finished speaking, Zhou Qing’s surrounding seals appeared endlessly, as if limitless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One after another, each uniquely shaped, brilliantly radiant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It stopped only at sixty-six.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle stared, eyes wide, stunned, his wine bowl slipping from his hand with a crash, wine splattering everywhere—he didn’t even notice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I gained six in three months—you gained forty-six?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Are you kidding me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can the gap between people really be this wide?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle’s head buzzed; his shock lingered, hard to calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long while, he snapped back, staring at Zhou Qing in disbelief: “Kid, how the hell do you cultivate?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing’s eyes were glazed; he waved weakly, mumbling: “Wu… sudden enlightenment…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he finished speaking, he collapsed backward, falling into deep sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle stood, gazing at Zhou Qing with a complex expression—shock, confusion, but mostly pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, he looked nothing like a drunkard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Prodigy? You’re a pure monster—I wish I could take you to the border right now and make Xuan Yuan Shuo fulfill our bet!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle sighed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hiding your talent is wise. Sleep well. This wine greatly aids your cultivation. I look forward to the day you break through Nascent Soul peak.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle immediately contacted Yan Xiao Hu to carry him away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But I wonder—what kind of realm will you awaken to cross the Soul Transformation threshold?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle murmured, curious and eager.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Divine Ruins Tiangong, Number Six waited day after day, but Zhou Qing never logged in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did he really get mad?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Number Six looked guilty—he never imagined that shroud had suddenly appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could there really be two?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing felt utterly dazed, as if trapped in a murky, indistinct state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half-asleep, he sensed something hovering near him, occasionally emitting a warm breath—as if someone was leaning close to sniff him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With great effort, he slowly opened his heavy eyelids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, a hen stretched its neck impossibly long, its beak nearly inside his nostrils, eagerly sniffing the lingering wine aroma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu, too, bent over, inhaling deeply, his face filled with rapture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Yan Xiao Hu had always adored wine—he’d once gotten drunk with Zhou Qing during his first visit to the Discipline Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that drunken episode, due to [Reduced Presence], Yan Xiao Hu had completely forgotten him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This led to a group of female disciples bathing, causing Zhou Qing to earn the embarrassing nickname “Peeping Tom.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, sensing Zhou Qing’s awakening, Yan Xiao Hu jumped up as if caught in the act, frantically straightening his posture and feigning calm with two forced coughs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he asked, concerned: “Brother Four, you’re finally awake? Any discomfort?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing rubbed his throbbing temples, voice hoarse; he pushed the hen away and, with Yan Xiao Hu’s help, slowly sat up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How long did I sleep?” Zhou Qing asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu replied: “Seven days. Lu Yaoyao took care of you—she just left this morning.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing gasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Second Uncle’s wine was powerful indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet soon he sensed the change in his internal spiritual energy—it had grown far more vast and turbulent, surging like an endless river through his meridians.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, he’d been seven-tenths away from Nascent Soul peak; now, he was halfway there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who knew this wine not only intoxicated, but also greatly aided cultivation?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, Zhou Qing felt profound gratitude toward Second Uncle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Yan Xiao Hu leaned in, wearing a pleading smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He whined: “Brother Four, next time Second Uncle invites you to drink, can you bring me? Or at least sneak me some of that wine? If not, just hold it in your mouth and spit it out—I won’t mind.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhou Qing felt a wave of intense nausea rise in his throat, barely holding back vomit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Third Brother, stop it!” Zhou Qing said, half-laughing, half-exasperated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Xiao Hu remained serious: “I’m serious. The wine jar is a container, your mouth is a container—in my eyes, only the wine matters…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Enough, enough!” Zhou Qing cut him off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only you could say something so disgusting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wonder if I said anything foolish while drunk?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After resting a while and regaining some energy, Zhou Qing suddenly remembered something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Glancing at Third Brother, who had gone out chasing his craving, he pulled out the Divine Ruins Tiangong token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, a blue light point blinked steadily on it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Drinking got me in trouble—I’ll never overindulge again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After inserting a spirit stone, he immediately focused his mind and entered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Number Six, just about to leave, saw the red orb suddenly appear and her face lit up with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing immediately apologized: “Six, I’m truly sorry—I got tied up these past few days.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Number Six smiled in relief: “No problem, I just got here myself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's no time to waste—let's go!\" Zhou Qing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them then reentered the restricted zone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Zhou Qing fixed his gaze on the shape-shifting divine herb, exhaled slowly, and immediately performed an appraisal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Bingli Lingque Zhi: This is a fully matured supreme divine herb, possessing unimaginable power; if refined into a “Bingli Shengling Pill,” even a Cut-Spirit cultivator could easily break through one or two realms.】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After no further description appeared, Zhou Qing quietly exhaled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned to look at Six Number; she was warily scanning the surroundings, her eyes locked tightly on the shroud above, afraid another embarrassing incident like last time might occur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Qing slightly raised a finger toward the cave’s entrance, signaling they should leave before discussing further. Six Number understood at once, and the two slipped silently toward the cave’s exit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You intend to use that 【Bingli Lingque Zhi】 to break through?” Zhou Qing asked once outside the mine cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Six Number’s pupils instantly contracted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bingli Lingque Zhi was an exceedingly rare supreme divine herb, requiring an extremely harsh growing environment and an almost negligible chance of emergence; few people knew of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For this One Number to name it outright was enough to shock her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief hesitation, she nodded lightly and admitted frankly: “Besides breaking through, I want to use it to save someone!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",3168,"2026-06-19T20:13:53.139Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","eff2d5212b558a202d4905bff6b275917ccb7c1ee7e0368fe042a8cb86295d22","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-198","my-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--chapter-196",302,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmy-master-s-elder-brother-just-took-on-a-female--cover.jpg"]