Chapter 917: with translation of chapter title

Chishe's eyes, full of hope, could not be hidden.

Initially, when nobody had told him, he didn't dare to imagine it; though he wanted it, he still held back.

But now Liu Qiye and the Earth Deity Maiden clearly intend to give this Xuètóng Hānsī's Corpse Pill to themselves; Chishe practically wants to open its mouth and swallow it right away.

"Today you've gained many good things." Liu Junyan said, however, "Essence, inner elixir, corpse pill—especially those produced from the bodies of beings ancient and with profound cultivation—are extremely precious. Some cultivators may spend their whole lives without obtaining such a great opportunity. If you still dwell in that humble temple in Min Nan, even after another five hundred years of cultivation you might not even become human, let alone transform into a dragon. Am I right?"

Thus entities: Liu Junyan, Corpse Pill, Xiūwéi.

This point cannot be denied.

Even now, Chishe still feels surreal, as if dreaming, with blessings arriving nonstop.

However, Chishe also understands that there's no such thing as a free lunch in this world.

Liu Qiye definitely has conditions.

Seeing Chishe nod, Liu Junyan continued, "My little daughter, though she has a mortal body, her fate is special. Ever since her godmother brought her back, the whole household has doted on her; for all these years she hasn't suffered even a bit of blame."

You two are destined to have a bond; as cultivators, getting involved with her and tempering her is something we understand, but… nothing in the world is absolute. With us elders watching over you, may you grow up peacefully, receiving incense and the blessings of merit in the Yin Dang Hang, and your cultivation path won't be too rough.

Rourou, if you don't have any other great opportunity and remain merely mortal, a human life is only a fleeting hundred years; if you protect her a little more, it's not much trouble, right?

A hundred years is nothing to Chishe's long life.

The reasoning is sound, but for some reason, when Chishe heard Liu Junyan say that, he inexplicably felt that Feng Rou was somewhat pitiable.

The reasoning is sound, but for some reason, when Chishe heard Liu Junyan say that, he inexplicably felt that Feng Rou was somewhat pitiable.

He sincerely said, "What I can guarantee is that, within my ability, I will try to let her live a bit more easily."

That is enough.

"Next."

Liu Junyan raised her hand, and the Corpse Pill of the Xuètóng Hānsī flew toward Chishe.

Chishe lifted its neck, opened its mouth, and caught it steadily.

After Chishe swallowed the Xuètóng Hānsī's Corpse Pill, its tiny human form instantly turned back into a snake body and slipped back into Liu Junyan's sleeve.

The cleanup work here was left to Lei Xiulin, while Liu Junyan, Xiao Jiu, and Chishe first returned to Wufu Town.

That battle left Xiao Jiu and Liu Junyan mentally and physically exhausted; after returning home and washing up, they fell asleep in each other's arms.

Chishe then coiled around the pillar at the main house's entrance; afterward, it needed some time to slowly digest that Corpse Pill.

Feng Rou had already returned from school; she chose her thesis topic well, and the resulting paper was quite good, marking a satisfying end to her two years of university life.

Perhaps it was fate; that very night Feng Rou returned to the Yin Dang Hang, she took on a job there.

Coincidentally, that day Li Qingying was also busy and not present.

After Feng Rou accepted the job, she went out the next day.

She resolved that job on her own within two days.

When Xiao Jiu returned, Feng Rou explained to him in detail how she had taken on the job, how she handled it, and how she wrapped it up upon returning, leaving no detail unmentioned.

Xiao Jiu listened while checking the pawn ticket procedures, pointed out a minor issue, and emphasized a reminder to Feng Rou.

Then Xiao Jiu gave Feng Rou heartfelt praise.

Looking at Feng Rou with proud eyes, he said, "Rourou, I never imagined you'd take over the Yin Dang Hang and get the hang of it so quickly; the road ahead is long and may be full of difficulties, but you only need to remember one thing: go forward boldly, and if the sky falls, your godfather and godmother will have your back."

Xiao Jiu understands too well how important confidence is for a young woman just starting out.

Feng Rou is already excellent; they only need to give her a little support from the sidelines, and her transformation is imminent.

Feng Rou leaned into Xiao Jiu's arms, acting coquettishly: "Godmother, having you is wonderful; often I feel I am the happiest and luckiest child in the world."

If it weren't for her godmother, she wouldn't know how much hardship she'd have to endure.

Xiao Jiu said with satisfaction: "Rourou, you and I are fated to be mother and daughter; having you, godmother, also brings her happiness."

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Chishe consumed that Xuètóng Hānsī's Corpse Pill, taking a full month to do so.

That night, while Feng Rou was guarding the Yin Dang Hang, she suddenly heard movement in the rear courtyard.

My godfather and godmother live in Jiuzhou Fu, and Aunt Li Qingying hasn't come back today; there's basically no one back there, right?

Feng Rou then got up and went toward the rear.

At that time she felt no fear at all, because this is the Yin Dang Hang, where ordinary impure things cannot enter.

After crossing the front courtyard's archway, Feng Rou instantly saw that elegant young man standing before the main gate's pillar.

The youth was tall and slender, wearing a long robe of pale gold embroidered with dragon patterns, his head bound with a jade crown, gazing up at the moon; even seeing only his profile, his superior jawline let Feng Rou imagine how handsome he must be.

Just as Feng Rou was looking at him, the man turned around, met her eyes, and teased, "Have you had enough? Do you find me handsome?"

"Handsome." Feng Rou didn't hold back her praise, "It's just that this outfit makes you look a bit old-fashioned; would you like me to find you a few more modern sets of clothes to wear?"

Yes, Feng Rou didn't ask who he was.

Because the man's aura was so distinctive, Feng Rou immediately realized he was Chishe.

Chishe spread its arms, lowered its head, and looked at its attire.

Back when he was calling the shots, this outfit had not a single flaw.

But lately, after spending a lot of time with the big shots, he himself found it somewhat awkward.

Feng Rou said she had already started looking for clothes.

Chishe followed behind Feng Rou, watching her busily.

During the years when my godfather ascended, my godmother missed him greatly; sometimes when I accompanied her shopping, she would buy some clothes for my godfather, but after he returned, his demeanor became more mature and steady, making some clothes unsuitable.

My godmother would also pick up some clothes for my older brother to have on hand for when he returns, but my older brother rarely comes back, and even when he does he wears monk's robes, so many clothes remain unused, which ends up being a bargain for you.

Feng Rou said she had already found a new set of clothes.

A white T-shirt, khaki work shirt, and soft denim wide-leg pants—this set also comes with a baseball cap and a crossbody bag, which Feng Rou also brought out, but in the middle of the night, Chishe has no use for them.

Feng Rou pushed Chishe toward the room: "First go take a shower, put on the clothes, then come out and let me see if they fit."

Chishe opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but in the end still blushed and went into the bathroom.