Immortality begins with raising apprentices

Chapter 57 The Feast at Hongmen (Please continue reading!!)

This sudden scene seemed to freeze the surrounding air for a moment.

Xue Chengjun, who was ready to watch the show, was struck dumb, finding it utterly unbelievable.

Chen Ye was merely a herbalist with mediocre cultivation and some knowledge of spiritual plant cultivation, so why did Kong Hongxuan...?

However, before he could figure it out...

Kong Hongxuan, who had just been extremely respectful to Chen Ye, turned around and gave him a cold glance: "Who gave you permission to linger here and spy on the secrets of my Jade Lizard Society? Get out of here now!"

Xue Chengjun trembled, as if waking from a dream.

He glanced at Kong Hongxuan and the group of Jade Lizard Gang members behind him. Although he was unwilling, he could only nod and agree.

He returned home in a disheveled state, under the watchful eyes of everyone.

As soon as I opened the door, I saw Lin Qiongyu leaning against the window, her watery eyes gazing outside.

The young female cultivator loosely tied her jet-black hair into a bun, with a few stray strands falling beside her cheeks, adding a touch of languid charm.

Seeing Xue Chengjun return in a disheveled state, a hint of disappointment flashed in her eyes, but she quickly put on a gentle smile and said in a voice so soft it could melt your heart: "Chengjun, you're back."

Xue Chengjun watched her gaze out the window, and a strange feeling welled up inside him.

He gave a muffled "hmm," walked to the table, poured himself a cup of cold tea, and drank it all in one gulp.

Lin Qiongyu moved gracefully to his side and asked softly, "Just now... you weren't disrespectful to Senior Chen, were you?"

Xue Chengjun paused, his eyes flickering.

When he went to inform Chen Ye, he was indeed much more respectful than usual on the surface, but the subtle sarcasm in his words... probably couldn't fool those who were paying attention.

He nodded hesitantly, his voice a little hoarse: "I...I don't think so."

Lin Qiongyu was incredibly intelligent; seeing his expression, how could she not understand?
She sighed softly, her tone tinged with reproach: "Chengjun, why are you still so impulsive?"

"I'll go apologize to Senior Chen later..." Xue Chengjun sullenly drank another cup of cold tea.

No need to rush.

Lin Qiongyu frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said...
"To be arrogant at first and then obsequious is a poor move, making us appear too opportunistic. Besides, the matter is still unclear, so there's no need to rush. Let's wait a few days and see how things develop."

She walked to the window and looked again in the direction of Chen Ye's courtyard.

After a moment, he looked away.

"Qiongyu, do you think this Chen Ye might be one of the independent cultivators from the shantytown? They all share the surname Chen and both come from the shantytown." Xue Chengjun suddenly became nervous.

Lin Qiongyu was slightly impatient.

She was already unhappy with Xue Chengjun for being greedy and offending people at will.

Now you're scared?
She smiled faintly: "How could there be such a coincidence in the world? There are plenty of rogue cultivators who know spiritual plant techniques... Besides, the two of you look completely different. You shouldn't let your imagination run wild and throw yourself into a panic."

After saying that, she went straight back to her room and began meditating and practicing her spiritual cultivation as soon as possible.

Xue Chengjun was left alone, pacing nervously.

After listening to Lin Qiongyu's words, he suddenly understood.

Kong Hongxuan's apology may not be sincere!
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but lean against the window and look out.

Secretly hoping...

As for what they hope for, only heaven knows.

……

After Xue Chengjun left, Kong Hongxuan's stern expression softened perfectly, and he regained a touch of respect.

Chen Ye was filled with doubt, but he remained calm on the surface: "What does Hall Master Kong mean by this?" Kong Hongxuan bowed to Chen Ye again, his tone still sincere:
"Fellow Daoist Chen, we have offended you in the past. We were blind to your true nature, and we hope you will forgive us. This is a small gift, nothing more, but please accept it as an apology."

As he spoke, he gestured to his subordinates to present an exquisite jade box, inside which fifty spirit stones were neatly stacked.

This is quite a generous gesture.

"This is just a small gift, nothing more, but I hope Fellow Daoist Chen will accept it."

Kong Hongxuan wore a gentle smile, not giving Chen Ye a chance to refuse.

"In addition, the president has heard that you are skilled in planting spiritual plants, and has specially invited you to visit Yunshang Pavilion in three days. At that time, the spiritual plant masters of Lingyin Sect will also be present to treat the Six-Leaf Mystic Ginseng together."

Chen Ye sneered inwardly. This was no invitation; it was clearly a trap.

The reason the Jade Lizard would seek him out is simply because it has already discovered that Chen Ye is handling the spiritual herbs contaminated by demonic energy for the Stone Mirror Society, and wants him as a backup plan.

If you refuse, Kong Hongxuan will probably turn hostile on the spot.

But if I agree, and the condition doesn't improve, Kong Hongxuan will definitely retaliate afterward.

He hesitated for a moment, then nodded noncommittally without giving a direct answer.

Seeing this, Kong Hongxuan said no more and turned to leave with his men.

After walking a long distance from Bishui Street, his trusted confidant asked in a low voice, "Master, are we just going to let it go like this? That kid is far too ungrateful, daring to act so arrogantly!"

"Forget it?" The sincere smile on Kong Hongxuan's face had vanished, replaced by a cold sneer. "He might not dare to come!"

He snorted coldly: "The guild leader is simply trying to be on the safe side, worried that even the master from the Lingyin Sect might be helpless, so he sent this person along as an extra layer of insurance. If he's sensible enough to come, it would be best if he could cure Xuan Shen, then everyone would be happy. If he doesn't come, or if he comes but still can't cure it..."

A cold glint flashed in Kong Hongxuan's eyes: "As long as the Six-Leaf Mystic Ginseng is safe, why would the guild leader care about a mere herb farmer? At that time, however he slighted me today, I will make him grovel in the future! He will be completely at my mercy."

The confidant felt a chill run down his spine; the depth of the hall master's forbearance far exceeded his imagination!
But what if Chen Ye is cured?
The president's preparation of spiritual medicines and the refining of Foundation Establishment Pills are matters of great importance to the path of cultivation, and the hall master cannot act on his own initiative.

Moreover... Old Man Ye of the Herbal Pavilion is also a spiritual plant master, yet he was helpless.

This plant master from the Lingyin Sect was merely an inner disciple's attendant.

Otherwise, why would the chairman be so worried and invite Chen Ye?
……

After seeing Kong Hongxuan off.

Chen Ye stroked the jade box, his eyes calm.

He naturally understood the dangers and intricacies involved, but after careful consideration, he still decided to venture into this trap.

Six-leaf Scrophularia is the main ingredient in Foundation Building Pills, and its importance is self-evident.

The Jade Lizard Society's president, Luo Heng, would certainly take this seriously. There's no reason for him to offend a cultivator capable of treating the Six-Leaf Mystic Ginseng for the sake of his subordinates.

The perfect-grade Quick-Cure Blade is more than capable of healing first-tier spiritual plants.

"All we need is to gain some more time for stable development."

Chen Ye made up his mind that he would wait for the outer sect competition of Lingyin Sect and then join Lingyin Sect as a spiritual plant master.

All problems were easily solved.

Once you become a disciple of the Lingyin Sect, even if you offend Luo Heng himself, you can still find a way to mitigate the damage, let alone just Kong Hongxuan.

He glanced at the panel.

【技能：去疾刀诀圆满：220/400；催生法大成：120/200；云雨术大成：120/200；】

Of the three spiritual plant techniques, the growth-inducing technique and the cloud and rain technique are only 80 points away from mastery!
Chen Ye decided to master all three spiritual plant techniques over the next three days!
　The next chapter will deal with Kong Hongxuan.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)