Chapter 26: with translation of chapter title

The next three days were when disciples of all factions adjusted their conditions, preparing for the official start of the Sect Grand Tournament.

The commotion of the Emerald Jade Sect was quickly forgotten by everyone, and they paid more attention to another topic also related to Shen Qingli.

Who exactly inherited the Supreme Unity Divine Venerable's inheritance?

I don't know.

No matter who it is, the results inquired are consistent.

Not knowing who the other party is makes it hard to guard against in advance.

Bai Ren Shan felt somewhat worried; he hoped that the result of this session's Sect Grand Tournament would still be the Emerald Jade Sect winning first place.

The resources for first place are indeed extraordinary, especially three years ago, because Shen Qingli obtained a divine-level inheritance, the reward the Emerald Jade Sect received far surpassed the usual first-place resources by a hundredfold.

Therefore, as long as they can still seize first place this year, with Su Chacha's achievement of having obtained the Golden Phoenix Fairy's inheritance, the Emerald Jade Sect can still obtain cultivation resources as abundant as three years ago.

But the thorny problem now is that nobody knows who the inheritor of the Supreme Unity Divine Venerable's inheritance is.

Jianshu, are you sure it wasn't obtained by the Great Zhou Royal Clan and the Myriad Sword Sect disciples? Bai Ren Shan asked solemnly.

At this moment, inside Bai Ren Shan's sect leader's tent, gathered were three peak masters and six elders of the Emerald Jade Sect, as well as the sole disciple—Pei Jianshu.

Certain. Pei Jianshu said in detail, "After the inheritance was opened, I covertly confirmed the whereabouts of the Great Zhou Royal Clan and Myriad Sword Sect disciples; they were all guarding outside the formation. Unless, the participant roster we received is mistaken."

No. Bai Ren Shan had confidence in this, "These are the lists already submitted to the Mysterious Envoy; they will not be changed, nor are changes allowed."

Then isn't Shen Qingli still a participant disciple of our Emerald Jade Sect? Among the peak masters, the exceptionally burly Li Peak Master of Myriad Beasts Peak frowned, "She has long been disloyal to our sect; she will surely disgrace us!"

Don't worry, I have already proposed a replacement to the Mysterious Envoy. Although the Sect Grand Tournament roster cannot be altered after being opened on Mysterious Mountain, her situation is obvious to all; the Mysterious Envoy will surely agree. Bai Ren Shan also knew there was no need to keep that girl any longer.

Tell your master, what inheritance did you obtain? Bai Ren Shan asked again; others couldn't sense it, but as Pei Jianshu's master, he had long noticed a change in Pei Jianshu's aura.

Upon hearing this, all the peak masters and elders fixed their gazes on Pei Jianshu!

Pei Jianshu bowed respectfully and replied steadily, "Nine Purple Immortal Venerable."

Bai Ren Shan's kind eyes instantly blazed, his tone excited, "Good! Good! Good! Indeed worthy of being the first disciple I value most; you have not disappointed your master."

Fortunately, I did not disgrace the mission. Pei Jianshu said humbly, "Also fortunate that Zhao Jianming guarded the Supreme Unity Divine Venerable's inheritance to the death; otherwise I could not have so easily obtained the Nine Purple Immortal Venerable's inheritance."

Pei Jianshu, you are being overly modest. Li Peak Master laughed heartily, "When we return to the sect, Uncle-master will give you a mount."

Tsk! The other elders jeered, "It's rare for this stingy ghost to actually offer a mount; look at that expression—did you just obtain some good spirit beast?"

Zhao Yue also demanded, "Since both are divine-level inheritance recipients, Jianshu has one, so my peak's Chacha must also have one, or I won't agree."

Hahaha, all have them! Li Peak Master promised, then showed regret, "Actually, according to the rules, I had already prepared a spirit beast for Junior Nephew Qingli. Alas, forget it—it's fine to give it to Senior Nephew Su instead."

Why bring up that ill-omened wicked girl? Zhao Yue completely did not want to hear any words about Shen Qingli; she treated her as if she were dead.

Pei Jianshu suddenly said, "Uncle-master Zhao, three years ago, why didn't you ask Uncle-master Li for a mount for A Li?"

Everyone in the tent was slightly startled; Zhao Yue furrowed her brows even more!

Pei Jianshu continued, "Given A Li's glory three years ago in securing honor for our Emerald Jade Sect, she truly deserves a good mount. Isn't that right?"

Bai Ren Shan's eyes narrowed slightly, "Jianshu, what are you saying?"

Master, please don't blame me; I also mean no disrespect, but upon reflection, the sect indeed owes A Li. Pei Jianshu also just realized—

It turns out what Zhou Chuanqi said was correct; over these three years, the sect suddenly had so many precious resources, all because of Shen Qingli.

When a sect that has obtained a divine-level inheritance wins first place in the Sect Grand Tournament, the Mysterious Envoy will bestow upon that sect a vast amount of precious resources, in order to help the inheritor awaken all the inheritance smoothly.

Over these three years, his cultivation has been able to make great strides, and it really is because of Shen Qingli. As for her, although she should not have refused to sacrifice her bones to heal the junior sister, each matter is separate; the sect should not have been so heartless toward her.

Do you also think I was wrong? Zhao Yue asked in a low voice.

Disciple does not dare. Pei Jianshu bowed and said, "I merely voiced what I thought; this is also how other factions view our Emerald Jade Sect."

Having said that, Pei Jianshu took his leave without wanting to stay longer.

After receiving permission, as he walked out of the tent, he unconsciously glanced toward the lower reaches of the Spirit River.

Senior Brother. Su Chacha's clear voice came.

Pei Jianshu turned back, his expression faint, "Junior Sister."

What's wrong, Senior Brother? Su Chacha asked concernedly, "Did the sect leader and master say something about you?"

Unaware that Pei Jianshu had also obtained a divine-level inheritance, she comforted him, "Senior Brother, don't take it to heart; besides the inheritance on Mysterious Mountain, there are also inheritances in the Ten Directions Forest. When the time comes, Chacha will accompany you there."

Junior Sister, you have good intentions. Pei Jianshu's expression grew even fainter, "I still have matters to attend to; farewell."

As they passed each other, Su Chacha wanted to stop him, but Pei Jianshu walked away so quickly that she couldn't even grasp his sleeve.

Su Chacha stared in astonishment as she turned back; all she could see was Pei Jianshu's tall, straight retreating figure.

She couldn't understand; she had already obtained the Golden Phoenix Fairy's inheritance, so why was Senior Brother still preoccupied with the already abolished Shen Qingli!

No, she would not allow it!

However, no matter what she thought.

Having left the Emerald Jade Sect's camp, Pei Jianshu headed downstream along the Spirit River.

……

At the Heavenly Star Sect's camp, the bonfire blazed brightly.

Because there was no cook, from the sect leader down to the disciples, everyone had to grill their own fish.

Only Shen Qingli had empty hands; everyone nearby rushed to help her grill the fish.

I can grill too. Shen Qingli said helplessly, "Usually when I go out, I grill my own food; why do these people look down on my cooking skills?"

I know, I know. Chen Jin said while blowing on the grilled fish, "Come, sister! Try the fish I grilled for you; I've blown on it, the temperature is just right."

Shen Qingli took the grilled fish, "It smells pretty fragrant; I'll give it a try."

Try! Chen Jin urged.

Shen Qingli glanced at him with a smile, seeing his eyes bright and sparkling like a sky full of stars, her smile grew warmer.

"A Li." Pei Jianshu's voice suddenly came in.

The lively barbecue scene was as if doused with cold water—"whoosh"—it turned chilly.

Except for Shen Qingli, the quiet-as-a-chicken crowd all looked over at Pei Jianshu.

In Pei Jianshu's eyes, there was no one else—only Shen Qingli's profile facing him.

Long lashes slightly drooped, half veiling those clear, limpid eyes, making her look especially tranquil.

The firelight leapt, warmly shining on that half peach-blossom face, making it especially alluring.

Her sandalwood lips parted slightly, she bit into the fish meat—her charming red lips, the tender white flesh……

Pei Jianshu had always known Shen Qingli's lip color was superb, better than any lipstick shade he had ever occasionally seen; looking at it now, it was even more striking.

Shen Jin took in all the astonishment in his eyes at a glance; his phoenix eyes suddenly narrowed, and his whole body exuded killing intent!