Chapter 8: The Reason Behind the Incident

Sun Gong and Sun Liwen, after hearing Ye Yun's explanation, showed even more respect toward the man before them.

Because they know Ye Yun does all this not for fame or profit, but out of a savior's heart.

Ye Yun originally thought that after explaining clearly, the grandfather‑grandson pair wouldn't be so grateful, after all he only moved his mouth.

But, contrary to expectation, the pair became even more obedient to Ye Yun.

However, Li Yan, who had been standing nearby, was stunned; she always thought Ye Yun was just a swindler, but never expected the guy to be an immortal.

A hundred years have passed and the guy hasn't aged at all—uh... something feels off; why is the thing I care about always his looks?

Shouldn't I sigh that I've met an immortal? Why don't I feel any reverence, but instead have a different feeling toward this guy?

No, no, Li Yan, don't overthink it; the guy is a hundred‑year‑old old man, not your type, not your type—restrain yourself, restrain yourself.

But... what would it be like to date an immortal?

After learning Ye Yun's identity, Li Yan still fantasized on the spot, even showing a few "odd" smiles on her face—no, not odd, more like a fangirl grin, or a goofy grin.

But Sun Gong and Sun Liwen did not focus on Li Yan; one could say that from the meeting until now they haven't noticed Li Yan's presence at all.

At first it was Ye Yun who pulled Li Yan into the room; otherwise she would have been barred by the bodyguard at the door and wouldn't have had a chance to hear Ye Yun's amazing stories.

Sun Liwen took over the conversation: "Immortal Ye, we really can't think of what gift to give you for this meeting. My grandson and I pondered for a long time before coming, but all we can offer are worldly items, which surely won't meet your standards, so we plan to spend money to renovate your Daoist temple. What do you think?"

Ye Yun said calmly, "I have already left the Daoist temple. This time I descend the mountain and probably won't return, or maybe only after a long while. I'm here to look for a chance, so you don't need to renovate my Daoist temple."

This put Sun Liwen and Sun Gong in a bind; the grandfather and grandson stared at each other, momentarily at a loss.

But soon Ye Yun broke the silence and awkwardness: actually, if you want to repay me, it's simple; there's only one thing I want.

The pair instantly focused their minds, curious what could make the immortal before them request something from them.

"Could you give me the little iron box she's holding? I'm quite curious about that thing."

????

Huh? Did I mishear?

Upon hearing this, Sun Gong and Sun Liwen's eyes followed Ye Yun's finger and saw—since it was in Li Yan's hand—a mobile phone.

The grandfather and grandson were instantly baffled, and continued to stare at each other.

"Could it be that Immortal Ye wants a mobile phone? No way—how could someone of his status be interested in a phone, and shouldn't such a thing be easily at hand for him?"

"The matter is certainly not simple; could there be a universe inside this girl's phone? After all, she's a streamer, but staying by Immortal Ye's side can't be simple."

Sun Gong knows the girl, because he was in her livestream yesterday.

The two instantly turned their attention to the girl, scrutinizing the little girl before them; this made Li Yan shy, for can two top bosses stare at you without feeling shy?

Sun Gong slowly approached Li Yan, and Li Yan instantly became nervous.

"What does he want? He won't kick me out, will he? No, it's just that you want a phone, you don't want to spend money, can't I pay? Don't scare me!"

I must say Li Yan's inner drama is excessive; she overthinks a lot.

"Excuse me, madam, could you lend me your phone for a look?"

Sun Gong said very gentlemanly to Li Yan.

"Uh? Of course. No problem."

"You scared me; I thought you were going to do something to me, but it was just to look at my phone."

"Grandpa, look, Sun Gong handed the phone to Sun Liwen."

"This phone... doesn't seem special; is it my old eyes that missed any hidden mystery inside?"

"Uh... actually... Grandpa, I also didn't see anything; it seems just an ordinary phone."

The grandfather and grandson whispered quietly beside each other.

"I... actually just want an iron box; there's no mystery in it, just a plain iron box, or rather a phone."

Ye Yun stared with a clueless smile at the pair; no problem, I really just want a phone, not to study it so thoroughly.

Ah????

The pair exclaimed in unison, surprised: it's just a phone, that simple?

"Ha ha ha ha, Immortal Ye, we are embarrassed; we thought... truly embarrassed."

Sun Liwen was mortified; it turned out Immortal Ye just wanted a phone, this situation... wouldn't it make Ye think we were reluctant to buy for him?

"No problem, I get what you mean; the reason is simple: it's been about a hundred years since I last came down, so I'm curious about modern things. The girl told me a bit, but I still don't fully understand."

"So, Immortal Ye, we'll have someone buy you a phone right now, and I'll send someone to explain the current situation, guaranteeing you fully understand modern society."

Although Ye Yun is an immortal, his dialogue with them is still very plain, and if they didn't know these things they'd surely think Ye Yun is just an ordinary young guy.

Immediately, Sun Liwen ordered someone to procure what Ye Yun needs. I must say Ye Yun is indeed very mischievous; though centuries old, his temperament is like a child.

The phones arrived; not knowing Ye Yun's preference, the bodyguard simply took one of each model from the store.

The job was done nicely, earning Sun Liwen's praise.

Ye Yun toyed with the phone in his hand, looking extremely happy, like a child with a new toy. Such a down‑to‑earth immortal is rare—maybe because he's an Earth Immortal?

Seeing Ye Yun play the phone as joyfully as a child, the pair wondered if they could let Immortal Ye go home, thus fulfilling Grandfather Tai's wish.

"That's how Immortal Ye is; we've found someone to explain things to you, they're already at our house. Perhaps you could go directly to our home, and we also wish to fulfill Grandfather Tai's wish."

"Alright then, since you insist, I won't stop you. Perhaps it's fate. Just remember to bring that little girl beside me."

"Of course, no problem; we'll make sure everything you ask is arranged."

Great, it's finally done; Grandfather Tai's wish is now fulfilled.

May Grandfather Tai's spirit in heaven be able to see this.

So perhaps everyone got too excited and hoisted Ye Yun up. Wow, that's overly enthusiastic; it even made Ye Yun embarrassed. They literally carried him all the way to the car.

This act is gradually changing the life paths of Ye Yun and the others.