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Upon hearing the black snake speak in human language, and with a rather pleasant voice, Jiang Ming instantly lost all urge to urinate.

Recalling the warning from the cheat code, a hint of surprise inevitably flashed through my mind.

Could it be that this little thing is a treasure?

Is this the remnant soul of the Golden Core?

So cute!

His attitude instantly changed 180 degrees. Jiang Ming lovingly picked up the little black snake, held it in his palm, and kissed it.

"Hiss, ha!" Despite its small size, the black snake still hissed in response to Jiang Ming's actions.

Hmm? This snake already has Häagen-Dazs, but unfortunately not Dahlia yet!

Jiang Ming's nonchalant behavior silenced the entire room.

Cheng Ya was speechless, and suddenly felt relieved that Jiang Ming had refused to marry into her family.

Thank goodness he didn't agree, otherwise how would I live in the future!

Tuoba Youyou stood there, stunned. The idea of ​​adopting the little black snake melted away like cream. She frowned and sighed inwardly, "Aren't you going to wash it? How disgusting, I don't want it anymore."

Ignoring the stares of others, Jiang Ming examined the little black snake's jade-like skin and clear eyes, and immediately put it into his arms like a treasure.

It seemed to have just hatched, and the little black snake's teeth were still tender. Although it fiercely tried to bite Jiang Ming, it was unable to break through his defenses for a long time.

After a long stalemate, she finally nestled obediently in Jiang Ming's arms, closed her eyes slightly, and fell asleep.

"I finally see you for who you are. Not a single word you say is true. Aren't you afraid of snakes?"

Cheng Ya glared fiercely at Jiang Ming, her anger boiling over, finding the deception unacceptable.

"How can that be the same? I have a strong feeling that if this little guy is properly nurtured, his future achievements will be no less than mine."

Jiang Ming replied casually, but when the mature woman's voice stopped, he tried rubbing the snake's head, but still received no response.

Just when Cheng Ya dismissed his idea as wishful thinking, she poured cold water on it, saying, "Pah! Do you know how much spirit stones it costs to tame beasts?"

After carefully examining the little black snake for a few moments, Tuoba Youyou found the little guy quite adorable, and her affection for it grew stronger once again.

He stretched out his hand, revealing a covetous expression, and said pitifully, "Junior Brother Jiang, you can't afford to raise it with your wealth."

"Could you wash it with water and give it to me?"

Jiang Ming refused decisively. He was full of expectations for the so-called remnant soul of the Golden Core, so how could he let Tuoba Youyou have her way? He quickly tried to coax her.

"No, I'll give you another one after it lays an egg."

"Alright then." Seeing Jiang Ming's firm attitude, Tuoba Youyou nodded reluctantly.

He plucked the half-burnt incense sticks from the ground and said businesslike, "Then you should compensate me with one hundred spirit stones per stick."

"Look at you, in such a hurry." He made a gesture as if to take out the spirit stone.

Seeing that Jiang Ming was serious, Tuoba Youyou waved her hands repeatedly to stop him, feeling ashamed. "You saved my life, how can I take your spirit stones?"

Just kidding, don't take it seriously.

Jiang Ming smiled and nodded. He hadn't actually intended to give it to her; he was just joking. "I can't refuse your kind offer, so thank you very much, Senior Sister."

Everyone received their own Earth Spirit Milk.

Seeing this, Cheng Ya immediately led her team away.

As she walked out of Longdi Cave, she looked at Jiang Ming with a slightly complicated expression. "What are your plans for the future? Will you return to the sect or recuperate at the Cheng family for a while?"

Normally, there should have been a celebration banquet, but now that the joyous occasion has turned into a funeral, the Cheng family has no mood to prepare one.

If you wish to stay in Tongzhou City, the Cheng family will treat you with great hospitality. If you are in a hurry to return to the sect, the Grand Elder will escort you and Miss Tuoba back in a while.

In case the Liu family is cornered and decides to send a skilled assassin to kill you in secret.

The Cheng family's considerations were quite thorough. Jiang Ming fell into deep thought as he listened to Cheng Ya's question.

After hesitating for a moment, he decided to return to the sect first, make plans as soon as possible, and prepare to deal with Xu Youwei, this troublesome woman.

I don't know what possessed her to want to attack me.

However, the opponent's cultivation level of at least the mid-stage of the sixth rank is indeed something he should treat with caution.

Besides, the remnant soul of the Golden Core helped Zhou Yi turn the tide, which are all urgent matters that need to be resolved. "Please trouble Senior Cheng Li to escort us back to the sect."

Rou Rou withdrew her gaze, and Cheng Ya, not lacking in manners, seeing that Jiang Ming had made up his mind, immediately went along with it.

"Alright, let's go back to the Cheng family first. Your cultivation has broken through, and your treatment will also improve."

"This is a good opportunity to give you the annual salary of a Purple-Clad Guest. The Cheng family values ​​your talent highly, and this resource is an investment."

In a short while.

Returning to the Cheng family home, Cheng Ya tidied up and handed over several fist-sized spirit stones with a sincere look in her eyes.

"Keep these ten mid-grade spirit stones safe. Cultivating to the sixth level consumes a lot of resources."

The pills used to comprehend imagery and enhance cultivation are all quite valuable. If you need them, feel free to come find me anytime.

I can make the decision to sell you the pills at a 30% discount.

"Thank you for your kindness, Miss Cheng. I shall take my leave now."

After carefully putting away the fist-sized spirit stone, Jiang Ming bowed to Cheng Ya in farewell, and then, with Tuoba Youyou on their swords, followed closely behind Cheng Li.

As a ninth-level Qi Refining Realm expert, Cheng Li's speed surpassed that of a sword simply by relying on spirit talismans.

If he hadn't deliberately restrained his spiritual power, he probably could have shaken off Jiang Ming in an instant.

Under Cheng Li's protection, there was no danger along the way.

Upon arriving at the foot of Wanfazong Mountain, he patted Jiang Ming on the shoulder, his expression slightly regretful, "It's a pity you didn't agree to the marriage alliance."

Otherwise, the Cheng family would definitely do their best to help you with your cultivation. However, as you said, a good man's ambition lies in all directions.

The Myriad Laws Sect is undoubtedly a much wider world for you. Keep up the good work, kid; I have high hopes for you.

Jiang Ming bowed respectfully to express his gratitude, watched Cheng Li leave, and walked side by side with Tuoba Youyou.

Soon, the girl came closer, looked up, and excitedly asked about the gossip, "Why did you refuse when Sister Cheng Ya proposed to marry you?"

"?" Frowning, Jiang Ming poked the girl's bun and asked in surprise, seeing that she didn't seem to be joking.

"Are you kidding me? Nobody told me the arranged marriage partner was Cheng Ya?"

With a chuckle, Tuoba Youyou looked at Jiang Ming's expression of regret at missing a good opportunity and vaguely understood the reason.

He stretched out his finger, and a thought flashed through his mind. "If you ask me, it's because Sister Cheng Ya still has reservations about you and doesn't dare to give herself to you easily."

That's why she kept it a secret, wanting to test your feelings. After all, she was afraid that if she told the truth, you would still reject her, which would be too awkward.

The ancients were right: you can peck and grind a woman, but you can't ponder her!

If you had just said so earlier, I would have agreed!

If Jiang Ming knew that his marriage partner was Cheng Ya, he would definitely have agreed without hesitation!

Among the disciples of the same generation, Cheng Ya is basically the last hope of the clan, and she will definitely receive the full support of the Cheng family in the future.

Besides, Cheng Ya is ambitious and might even become a clan leader in the future. Who would pass up such a sweet opportunity to live off a woman?

That foolish woman is so stupid; she made me miss out on a golden opportunity!

He sighed deeply, lamenting the unpredictability of life.

Outside the sect, a beautiful figure dressed in a green gauze dress was patiently waiting.

Looking at Xu Youwei's charming smile, Jiang Ming's heart sank.

Bitter!

Are you in such a hurry to kill me? I haven't even set up a trap to counterattack yet!

Holding Tuoba Youyou tightly, Jiang Ming no longer cared about morality, etiquette, or the difference between men and women.

At this moment, he feared that his last lifeline had slipped through his fingers...