Gou Zai Qingluo Cave Heaven Cultivation

A cool breeze blows across the stone bridge.

Wang Qingzhi walked side by side with Li Hou, carrying several pieces of spirit cake that he had packed back from Zuixianlou.

"Dog Bro."

Recalling the scene in the corridor, Li Hou couldn't help but say, "It must have been Brother Baoqing who secretly used a talisman, which caused Wu Tao to fall flat on his face."

The members of the Nutao Society couldn't find the reason, but as Zhou Baoqing's classmate, Li Hou naturally knew that Zhou Baoqing was highly valued by Master Gan.

Some of the methods used in talismans are perfectly reasonable.

Wang Qingzhi wasn't stupid either. "Besides him, who among us has the ability to do it so secretly?"

"I never expected that Brother Baoqing would be willing to help us."

Li Hou stopped and looked at Wang Qingzhi seriously, advising, "Brother Gou, let's forget about those old grudges. Look how magnanimous Brother Baoqing is. He not only lent us his notes to help us get through the ordeal, but he also stood up for us outside. Most people wouldn't do that."

Wang Qingzhi fell silent.

Looking back on everything that happened, it was really just a mess.

It's nothing more than you mocking me today for getting the lowest score, and me calling you a liar tomorrow—just the kind of competitive banter between kids.

Where is there any real deep-seated hatred?

Today's time at Zuixianlou made him see Zhou Baoqing's magnanimity and abilities in a completely different way than before.

Gazing at the Qinglin River gradually disappearing into the night, Wang Qingzhi took a deep breath, as if he had completely let go of the burden in his heart.

"If Zhou Baoqing isn't the same as before... then I'll acknowledge him as my brother!"

…………

After saying goodbye to Li Hou.

Wang Qingzhi walked into the bay and saw his own house.

This residence is in an excellent location, with towering walls and a stone-carved auspicious beast crouching at the entrance, its light subtly contained—the foundation of the first-order formation, "Minor Door God Formation."

Lian Sao, along with Wang Qingzhi, an orphan and widow, spent a large sum of money to have a formation set up by a local array master for their safety.

This protective effect is far superior to the early warning array at Zhou Baoqing's house.

In the world of cultivation, no matter how famous you are, it's all empty talk. The real strength lies in the protective formations and magical artifacts of the place.

It is evident that Sister Lian, as a chef, was quite wealthy, far surpassing the ordinary fishermen and farmers in the bay who toiled all day long.

As soon as he pushed open the courtyard gate, Aunt Lian came to greet him, asking with great concern, "Gou'er, have the results of today's quiz been released? How did you do?"

Gou'er was Wang Qingzhi's childhood name.

He was frail and sickly as a child. Sister Lian loved her son dearly, so she followed the custom in the countryside and gave him a humble name to suppress his illness, saying that a humble name would make him easier to raise.

Wang Qingzhi answered honestly, "Mother, I passed. I got a 'medium' grade."

Upon hearing this, Sister Lian's face lit up with a smile. She reached out and tapped his forehead, leaving a little flour on it.

"I knew it. My dog ​​isn't stupid. With a little effort, he can catch up."

Hearing his mother's praise, Wang Qingzhi couldn't help but feel a little guilty.

The reason I was able to get this score was entirely due to the key notes compiled by Zhou Baoqing; it was only by then that I barely passed.

Aunt Lian laughed for a while, then suddenly remembered something and asked, "By the way, what about that good-for-nothing Zhou from the Zhou family? He's come in last place twice in a row. I'm afraid he'll be kicked out of the clan school this time, right?"

Wang Qingzhi swallowed.

He used to hate Zhou Baoqing's arrogant and domineering behavior and couldn't wait to see him suffer, but since Zhou Baoqing changed for the better, he no longer disliked him as much.

Sister Lian noticed that her son's expression was off, and her brows furrowed slightly.

No one knows a child better than their mother. She was an extremely shrewd woman, and said in a deep voice, "Why are you hesitating?"

Wang Qingzhi lowered his head and said, "Mother... Zhou Baoqing didn't drop out of school. He got second place in this quiz, and all his grades are 'excellent'."

"What?!"

The smile on Sister Lian's face froze.

She could hardly believe her ears.

She knew exactly what kind of person that little devil used to be, which is why her grades improved so dramatically.

She stared at her son. "What happened? Tell your mother everything in detail."

Wang Qingzhi then recounted Zhou Baoqing's story in detail.

The more Sister Lian listened, the more confused she became.

Did he bump his head and jump from last place to second?

Could this child possibly be a medium who communicates with ghosts and spirits?

But the facts are undeniable.

Dog would never lie to himself about something like this.

She took a deep breath, suppressing her shock, and asked, "So... what's your relationship like now?"

Wang Qingzhi was immediately filled with shame.

He knew that his mother had specially prepared a basket of spiritual food for him and humbly apologized to the Zhou family.

Now I'm sitting at the same table as my "enemy" for a victory celebration, and I'm even indebted to him. Isn't that the same as betraying my mother?

He stammered out the story of the notes and the Drunken Immortal Pavilion, bracing himself for a scolding, when he saw Sister Lian's expression change for a moment before she let out a long sigh of relief and patted his shoulder.

"Silly child, you did a good job. You should thank them properly since you received such a kindness."

Sister Lian said earnestly.

As a mother who cares deeply about her child, what does saving face matter?

Now that Zhou Baoqing has shown such talent, his future is bound to be limitless.

She was overjoyed that her son could reconcile with such a person and even maintain a good relationship with him!

…………

Qinglin South Bay.

The Zhou family courtyard.

After a busy day, the Zhou family sat around the dinner table.

In the center of the table was a plate with two pieces of spirit cake on it, which had been carefully cut into six pieces and brought back from Zuixianlou.

The Zhou family did not have the rule of "not speaking while eating or sleeping" like the high-ranking immortal clans.

For families living in water towns, eating and chatting is the most relaxing time after a busy day.

Zhou Baoqing told everyone that he had gotten second place in the quiz, which made the atmosphere even more cheerful.

However, although everyone was quite happy, they seemed to be quite used to Zhou Baoqing's good results and did not show excessive surprise.

Compared to his studies with Master Gan, his academic achievements paled in comparison.

At this point, the focus of the conversation had shifted to another matter.

Zhou Changgeng took a sip of coarse tea with a satisfied smile. "Today I delivered a batch of goods to Diaotai and received a deposit of one spirit stone."

Upon hearing this number, the family members were overjoyed.

Compared to the joy of Zhou Baoqing earning spirit stones, which felt like watching his son grow up, the feeling was quite different.

Feeling grounded, comfortable, and satisfied!

These spirit stones were earned through the concerted efforts of the whole family, with everyone working together towards the same goal!

Mrs. Chen couldn't stop smiling, and her aunt Zhou Yulan also sighed repeatedly.

Although it's just a deposit, it's a real inflow of spirit stones.

As long as this business can continue for a long time, there's real hope for a better future.

Zhou Changgeng said he earned spirit stones, but didn't mention how to distribute them, and his family didn't think much of it.

Zhou Changgeng was the head of the family, and it was only natural that he controlled the family's finances.

Zhou Baoqing suddenly put down his chopsticks and said seriously, "Grandpa, when the clan school starts, let's send Yuanqiu there for her early education."