Now that their relationship had been mended and Bai Yumo's emotions had stabilized significantly, Bai Feng could no longer contain his curiosity. After donning several layers of protective energy, he finally dared to voice the question that had been buried in his heart for so long.

Bai Yumo paused for a few seconds before shaking her head. "Honestly, I'm not quite sure either. I can only vaguely remember fleeing with someone for a long time, with everyone wanting to harm me. Countless people were chasing us until I was entrusted to our father..."

"Was it intentional concealment?"

Bai Feng pondered for a moment. His father likely knew about this matter, but he probably wouldn’t say anything until Bai Feng's cultivation reached his level.

"Never mind. Not remembering might actually be a good thing for you right now." He smiled and shook his head. "Let’s wait until we become stronger. If you want to recover your past memories then, I’ll go with you to find them."

"Mm..." Bai Yumo nodded.

In truth, she didn’t really want to recover her past memories. After all, they weren’t exactly pleasant. She cherished the present time far more than the idea of digging up the past.

Her only obsession was the desire to meet her biological parents, whom she could barely remember. Yet, she also understood that her parents were likely long gone.

"Alright, we’ve rested enough. Let’s continue!" Bai Feng picked up a wooden sword from the side. "This time, don’t hold back. I want to see where my limits lie!"

One minute later.

Bai Feng lay on the ground, questioning his life choices.

Why was this happening? He had clearly copied Bai Yumo's moves, practiced body tempering techniques, and even had divine cultivation methods to assist him. So why was there such a vast gap between them? Was it really because of the immortal bone within Bai Yumo? But he had sword fragments too!

"Are you okay, brother?"

Bai Yumo's face was a bit awkward. In the first thirty seconds, she and Bai Feng had been exchanging blows, so she hadn’t been able to hold back...

Bai Feng turned his eyes slightly toward her. "Not really. My pride is hurt. I need a hug to get up."

"A hug?" Bai Yumo's cheeks flushed slightly. She glanced around to ensure no one was watching before bending down. "Just this once, okay…"

"No, I was joking!" Bai Feng scrambled to sit up, using both hands and feet. "Yumo, don’t take everything so seriously!"

Bai Yumo froze in place, her hands still outstretched. She stared at Bai Feng, her shyness gradually fading, replaced by a hint of dissatisfaction, and her little mouth began to puff out slightly.

She reached out and almost dove into his arms.

"This is your punishment for tricking me!" She buried her face in his chest and shouted.

"No, this is a reward, right?" Bai Feng muttered under his breath, then gently pushed her little head away. "Just a little hug is enough! If you keep holding on, it’ll be rude!"

But Bai Yumo refused to let go, even mimicking him, saying, "No way! My pride is hurt too. I need you to comfort me like when we were kids to feel better."

"…Are you a child?"

Bai Feng was already starting to regret his words. Why did he have to be so cheeky?

Was it possible that his relationship with Bai Yumo had become too close? Had he accidentally veered off the normal sibling path and opened up another route?

No, he needed to observe more carefully. He couldn’t let all his attention be consumed by the system.

For now, he had to comfort Bai Yumo first.

So, he wrapped his arms around her and gently patted her back. "Alright, alright. It’s my fault. I apologize. I accept my punishment."

After a few more seconds, Bai Yumo slowly climbed out of his embrace, her little face still slightly flushed.

Bai Feng's inner unease grew stronger. Could it be that he had truly taken a wrong turn?

Damn system! If it weren’t for the way it forced him to absorb luck points through Bai Yumo, he wouldn’t be in such a passive position.

What side are you really on, system?

After mentally scolding the system, he turned back to Bai Yumo. "Shall we continue practicing swordplay?"

Bai Yumo's face still held a hint of redness as she shook her head. "I think not. It’s getting late, and I haven’t cooked yet!"

‘Why does it feel strange to think about cooking after realizing this?’ Bai Feng pondered.

"Brother?"

Bai Yumo looked at him with confusion. He paused his thoughts and smiled, nodding.

"It’s nothing. Let’s head inside."

...

"Are you the one who practiced demonic techniques and ruthlessly slaughtered villagers?"

"Who?"

A pale-faced man suddenly turned around, but all he saw was a raging inferno.

In the next moment, the flames engulfed him, and he let out a wretched scream until he was reduced to ashes.

"Another one dealt with."

Zuo Qiuluo landed gracefully, picking up the man's storage bag. Under her precise control, the flames didn’t harm the bag in the slightest.

"Mission accomplished. Time to head back. I wonder if the master has finished his seclusion."

She touched the collar around her neck, a smile creeping onto her lips. Her choice had indeed been the right one!

In these three months, Bai Feng had not only provided her with several portable formations but also helped her forge suitable spiritual tools. She had never felt this safe and prosperous before.

It could be said that Bai Feng had already regarded her as one of his own, and all she needed to do was repay him and prove her worth.

After she had shared her desire to take on missions with Bai Feng, he had directly pulled out a stack of tasks suited for her, clearly having considered this aspect as well.

If she had felt a bit embarrassed about being a "dog" before, now she didn’t feel that way at all.

What was wrong with being a dog? Being Bai Feng's dog was far more comfortable than being some insignificant disciple of the Refining God Sect!

"After completing this task, I should be able to exchange for a fifth-grade Gathering Spirit Pill. Once my foundation is solid, I can consider breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage."

Zuo Qiuluo contemplated her future plans. After awakening her divine body, she had transformed from a fairly talented disciple into a true genius.

Not only had she broken through to the late Golden Core stage after awakening her divine body, but she had also achieved full Golden Core status in just three months. Now, she was preparing for the Nascent Soul stage.

If there was anything she was dissatisfied with, it was that Bai Feng's attitude toward her had become a bit distant.

‘Is Bai Feng hinting that I should be more proactive? That makes sense. I remember my senior sister's pet dog was always so enthusiastic, jumping up to greet her when she came home…’

Zuo Qiuluo couldn’t help but let her thoughts wander.

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Chapter 155: Youth is Wonderful, Just Fall Asleep

"Are they really meeting in Tianluo City and the Central State Holy Land?"

As the date for the meeting between the Central State Holy Land and the Northern Domain sects approached, Bai Feng learned the location where both forces would convene.

If he remembered correctly, Tianluo City was a bustling commercial hub, the hometown of Yuyao, and the headquarters of Yulinglong, making it quite prosperous.

Upon further reflection, this decision made sense. After all, the Central State Holy Land was collaborating with the Northern Domain sects, not just the Tianjian Sect, so it was logical to choose a more neutral location like Tianluo City for their meeting.

"I’ve heard that the auction house in Tianluo City is quite large, and there are many wealthy people browsing. Should I take this opportunity to make some extra money?"

Bai Feng contemplated this tempting thought for a moment but ultimately dismissed it.

After all, many people from the Central State Holy Land would be attending, and it was certain that a number of luck children would be mixed in. He didn’t believe for a second that these luck children wouldn’t flock to the auction house.

If he put a few items up for auction and they were snatched up by those luck children, the system would probably seize the opportunity to shove more luck points down his throat.

Moreover, he had recently made quite a bit of money from portable formations and recording devices, so he wasn’t in need of funds at the moment.

‘Let’s hope this trip to Tianluo City goes smoothly…’

Bai Feng sighed as he gazed out the window, just then, a knock came at the door.

He paused his thoughts and got up to open the door.

"Um… I’m here to help."

Su Lanchan kept her head down, her eyes fixed on her shoes. Suddenly, her face turned red, and her voice carried a hint of nervousness.

"Welcome." Bai Feng smiled as he ushered her inside. He had just been planning to make a few more formations for protection. "Su Shijie, you look much better!"

"Thanks to you." Su Lanchan’s nervous expression softened into a smile. "I’m now in the mid-Golden Core stage, so I should be able to do more things."

"Congratulations!"

Bai Feng exchanged pleasantries while discreetly observing her.

She indeed seemed more confident than before, and the aura of despair around her had diminished significantly.