Chapter 518: You Are Being Partial (First Update)

"Many thanks for your help, Daoist."

After waking up, Mo Yushuang, with tears in her eyes, bowed respectfully to Ren Yidao. The sight of her looking so delicate and tearful made Jing Yueqin's eyebrows twitch, and she squinted, scanning back and forth between her and Ren Yidao.

Something is wrong!

There must be something fishy going on!

Confess to me!

What did you two do in that Sword Soul Space!?

Ren Yidao noticed Jing Yueqin's little glances. He didn't say anything, but instead pressed his hand onto her face, directly blocking her eyes.

"Hmm???"

Can't see.

As long as I can't see it, I'll just pretend it didn't happen...

Whether they could regain a physical body in the future was a matter for the two of them; Ren Yidao could no longer continue to help.

The only drawback was that they could no longer continue to be human, and they might need to walk a path of an alternative Ghost Path.

Seeing that Mo Yushuang was about to bow again, he raised his hand to support her and said, "This is not just polite talk, but Ren's sincere thoughts."

"This is?" Ren Yidao did not decline. He took the token and toyed with it at his fingertips, feeling the faint aura upon it and the two characters engraved on the back.

"If everything goes smoothly, he might be able to carve out an alternative path in the future."

It really is an insult to the Demon God.

After restraining the troublemaker, Ren Yidao shook his head at Mo Yushuang and said, "Fellow Daoist Mo, there is really no need to thank me."

"Before you woke up, I had already performed a consecration for Fellow Daoist Gongsun. His state as a Sword Spirit has been completely stabilized, and there is no longer any risk of him dissipating."

Respect is respect, but if the relationship isn't there and the money isn't there, it's very hard for Huhu to get things done for you.

Although there was a slight sense of regret, being able to "live" again was already an unexpected joy; neither Mo Yushuang nor Gongsun Changsheng felt regret themselves.

"Yushuang understands. Many thanks for the help of Daoist Ren; we, as a couple, are endlessly grateful." Mo Yushuang naturally understood the implication in Ren Yidao's words, but she felt no resentment. She bowed gratefully once more and handed over a gold token.

Ren Yidao had always admired unwavering, loyal love.

Ren Yidao had already made things very clear: he had helped Gongsun Changsheng, but that was as far as he could help.

"According to the current situation, he can manifest briefly after nightfall when the yin energy is heavy. During other times of the day, it is best for him not to go out, especially at noon and when the yang energy is sufficient, as it may be harmful to him. There is no major problem with you two communicating through spiritual power, as long as you control the duration and don't let it go on for too long."

"Fellow Daoist Mo can search for some heavenly treasures that nourish and solidify the soul to fuse into the sword. Perhaps it can help Fellow Daoist Gongsun cultivate from scratch. As for how to smelt it, I think Fellow Daoist Gongsun, being a master sword smith, knows better than I do, so I won't overstep and give pointers."

Perhaps because Gongsun Changsheng had voluntarily fused his body into the sword, his current state was very special. Although only a remnant soul remained, his spirit was exceptionally stable, and there were no gaps in his memory; it was just that he could no longer cultivate along the original path.

"Although you two are separated by life and death, you still refuse to abandon one another, holding onto your remaining lives for the sake of the other. This moves Ren very much."

Although he had already embarked on a Shura Blood Path that left his heart shattered all over the ground, he was still full of respect for such a beautiful love between one man and one woman for a lifetime.

Covering one's ears to steal a bell can also be covering someone else's.

From a certain perspective, his current state was even better than that of Ren Huan, the Demon God Remnant Soul.

I don't know if this is a restriction of Heaven and Earth, but the two "resurrected from the dead" beings Ren Yidao had seen—one became a demon, one became a ghost—neither could be human again.

Shuangyu.

Gold Blade Shuangyu; this was Mo Yushuang's codename among the Blade Catchers.

"This is my Gold Blade Token. As long as one holds it, they can contact Blade Catchers at any government office in Beigan to provide convenience for the holder."

Mo Yushuang explained earnestly. This might not be of much use to Ren Yidao, but he could give it to someone else.

For others, this Gold Blade Token could provide no small amount of help.

It is no exaggeration to say that in certain special situations, the effect of this token could be even more useful than a token from the Imperial Court!

"In addition, if the Daoist's friends wish to become Blade Catchers, you may have them take this token to Wentian to find me. At that time, I will certainly provide some care."

Ren Yidao's eyebrows twitched, and he smiled and nodded.

When the time comes, will it really just be "some care"?

He didn't quite believe it.

Judging by Mo Yushuang's current expression, it probably wouldn't be as relaxed as she said; she would definitely cultivate them vigorously.

After these few encounters, he had some understanding of Mo Yushuang; she was a person who stuck to her principles.

She firmly believed that rules were the most important thing, and even when asking for help, she would not easily change her methods. Otherwise, she wouldn't have repeatedly risked so much to threaten Jing Yueqin.

That was a very unwise approach, but she did it anyway, and more than once.

But Mo Yushuang was not a foolish person who didn't know how to be flexible. When facing the benefactor who reunited her and her husband, she would also have her own selfish motives.

This Gold Blade Token represented a little bit of private selfishness beyond her public duty, providing the maximum help to her benefactor within the scope of her authority.

"Since that is the case, then I will accept it without being polite." Ren Yidao exchanged a few pleasantries and then accepted the token, which made Mo Yushuang heave a sigh of relief.

In any case, accept it first. As for who to give it to in the future, that's a matter for later.

If someone needs it, I'll give it to them. At worst, I'll just keep it as a souvenir; it's a decent collectible.

"Additionally, Chang Sheng is grateful to the Daoist for scolding him awake, and he also has an item for me to pass on to you."

Mo Yushuang's words made Ren Yidao blink, feeling a bit strange.

Eh?

How is there still something involving you?

Could it be that he enjoyed being stimulated earlier?

Yuck!

How does this guy have such a hobby?

Mo Yushuang took out a Jade Pendant, closed her eyes to inject her divine sense into it, and soon handed it to Ren Yidao.

"Inside this is the secret forging method of the Gongsun family, as well as Chang Sheng's own insights. According to him, although the Daoist does not know how to forge swords, this method can still provide some help in body refining."

Ren Yidao had originally wanted to refuse, but changed his mind after hearing about body refining and chose to accept it.

Although he had always cultivated both body and Qi, his body refinement had relied mostly on serendipity and talent, and he had never possessed a top-tier body refinement technique; the forging methods of the Gongsun family might not be suitable for him, but they might provide him with some different lines of thought.

"Since that is the case, Ren will shamelessly accept it. Please convey to Fellow Daoist Gongsun that I will certainly not spread it to outsiders." According to Ren Yidao's thinking, this was, after all, the ancestral Secret Technique of the Gongsun family, and Gongsun Changsheng certainly would not want it spread to outsiders.

But who would have thought that after hearing these words, Mo Yushuang would smile and shake her head, saying: "Daoist, you are overthinking it. Chang Sheng said you need not have any concerns; you may use it for those close to you. As long as it is not widely publicized, no one will know that he was the one who taught it to you. Even if the Sword Casting Pavilion truly wanted to investigate, they would not be able to trace it to us."

"After all, in their eyes, Chang Sheng has been dead for many years, heh." Mo Yushuang let out a cold snort, which made Ren Yidao's brows twitch slightly.

Oh?

It seems that after hearing about the Sword Casting Pavilion's actions toward Mo Yushuang, Gongsun Changsheng also harbors some dissatisfaction in his heart, actually choosing this method to retaliate.

Sure enough, despite all precautions, in the end, it is still hard to guard against a thief within one's own house.

This is Gongsun Changsheng's small revenge against the Sword Casting Pavilion.

After thanking Ren Yidao, Mo Yushuang also expressed her gratitude to the others, making Yu Yu and Li Lingling somewhat embarrassed, not knowing whether they should accept the thank-you gifts.

These two good children were somewhat uneasy; they had clearly done nothing, so could they also receive gifts?

As for the other big child, he shamelessly accepted Mo Yushuang's offering and gave her sensible behavior high praise.

Everyone got a share; even Cang Lan, who was driving the carriage, muddle-headedly received a thank-you gift.

After thanking everyone thoroughly, Ren Yidao saw that Mo Yushuang had some intention of leaving, so he took the initiative to speak: "We are heading to the Divine Path Sect on this trip. Does Fellow Daoist Mo intend to continue traveling with us, or do you have other plans?"

Mo Yushuang nodded, stood up, and said: "I will not go to the Divine Path Sect. I am currently worried about Chang Sheng's state and am in a hurry to collect the necessary materials, so I shall part ways with you all here."

"Very well, then we will not see you off. I wish Fellow Daoist Gongsun an early recovery of his physical body, and I wish for the two of you to truly be able to meet again."

"I thank you on his behalf, Daoist." Mo Yushuang also had a smile on her lips as she bid farewell to each of them, then turned and leaped off the carriage, flying up rapidly, and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

It was clear that she was truly in a hurry, wishing she could teleport directly to a teleportation array.

"Yidao."

"Hm?" The affectionate call coming from below made Ren Yidao's brows move, and he looked down at Jing Yueqin, who was still clinging to his thigh.

After meeting Ren Yidao's gaze, Jing Yueqin's eyes were full of affection, and she said with a straight face: "If you die one day, I will also pick you up and find soul-nourishing materials for you!"

???

After hearing this ambiguous, cheesy pickup line, Ren Yidao felt terrible, and the corners of his mouth twitched uncontrollably.

What kind of auspicious nonsense are you spouting here?

Can you wish me something good for once?

"Go, go, go, nothing good ever comes out of a dog's mouth."

Ren Yidao irritably shoved Jing Yueqin off his leg, but she took the opportunity to roll over, rolling smoothly onto Yu Yu's lap, finding a comfortable position to lie down in one fluid motion.

This masterful movement made Li Lingling's eyes widen; she had not expected Senior Sister to possess such a skill.

And Yu Yu was somewhat at a loss, looking at Foster Father in confusion.

Foster Father!

Help me, what should I do now?

But who would have thought that Ren Yidao, far from helping her out of the predicament, instead rubbed his chin and muttered: "Eh, why didn't I think of that?"

Think of what?

Before Yu Yu could ask, Ren Yidao gave the answer with his actions... he also lay down.

He lay down on Yu Yu's other leg!

"Yo, Junior Brother, you've come too?"

"Mm, I've come."

"How is it? How does it feel? Big Sister has been observing for a long time; this angle is just right to block half the view!"

"Indeed, only half of the ceiling edge remains."

Yu Yu:???

What are you two talking about!

The shy Yu Yu wanted to push them away, but she couldn't move them at all; the two were not using force, yet they were firmly stuck to her legs.

Helpless, she could only turn to Li Lingling for help.

"Lingling, help me—"

Who knew that Li Lingling would speak up at this moment too? She pouted and complained: "Senior Sister, you are being biased!"

After saying that, she also squeezed in between Ren Yidao and the other, forcibly creating a bed space.

Ren Yidao and Jing Yueqin exchanged a look and nodded, shifting a little to accept this new member, achieving a harmony of three.

"What are you all doing!"

Yu Yu looked at the three people clinging to her, unable to laugh or cry, not knowing what to say.

After trying several times without any change, she completely resigned herself to her fate, sighing as she stroked each of their hair in turn, saying gently:

"Good children~"

And just as the Luoyue Peak disciples in the carriage were tangled together deepening their bonds, there was another person who was clearly also at the scene but could not join their game.

Cang Lan, who was driving the carriage, sniffed, her lips moving aggrievedly, and she kept complaining in her heart:

"Master, you are being biased..."

"Biased!!!"