Chapter 569
Zhang Shijie nodded and comforted him, "There's no need to rush into this..."
"However, Shijie, I have some other insights about the 'Great Freedom True Method.'"
"Other insights?"
Zhang Shijie paused for a moment, then looked up to see Zheng Fa's aura shift, taking on a somewhat enchanting quality.
He had a special cultivation method.
...
The techniques of the Great Freedom Demon Ancestor were indeed impressive.
Days later, Zhang Shijie donned her snow-white gown and looked helplessly at her junior brother:
"I have matters to attend to today; don't lose your focus over trifles."
Lose focus over trifles?
Who is the trifler?
Zheng Fa lay on the couch, his clothes disheveled, leisurely pondering this matter that was quite related to dignity.
Propping his head up, he gazed at his sister's graceful silhouette and asked, "What are you up to today, Shijie?"
"Xuanhua said the Shenxiao mining ship has been completed; we're testing it today."
This was indeed a significant event.
Zheng Fa had almost forgotten about it while trying to break through, so he stood up and said, "I'll go with you, Shijie."
He stood before Zhang Shijie, arms wide open, not moving, just tilting his head to look at her.
Zhang Shijie shot him a glance, wrinkled her nose in annoyance, but still gently reached out to help him dress.
As Zheng Fa watched his sister carefully tie his clothes, his mind gradually shifted away from the joy and impatience of breaking through to the Yuanying stage.
At that moment, both of them seemed to forget that they could wield spells.
Zhang Shijie helped him into his garments, like a devoted wife adjusting her husband's collar, looking up at Zheng Fa with bright eyes and a gentle smile.
"Shijie!" came the voice of Yuan Xiaoniao from outside, "Why aren't you out yet? Didn't you say we were going to see the big ship?"
Yuan Xiaoniao clearly lacked the good habit of knocking, barging in to find Zheng Fa and Zhang Shijie sharing a smile.
"..." She stared at Zhang Shijie's hands smoothing Zheng Fa's clothes, her mouth agape, clearly taken aback by the scene.
"Shijie..."
"Yes?"
Yuan Xiaoniao seemed at a loss for words to express her feelings, finally managing to say, "You look beautiful."
Zheng Fa frowned at her words. Why is this bird stealing my line?
He looked outside and saw Zhao Jingfan following Yuan Xiaoniao, his gaze also landing on Zhang Shijie's hands as she dressed Zheng Fa.
Zhao Jingfan's expression was complex, as if he had a lot to say, but if it were to be summed up, it would be just three words—utterly outrageous.
How to put it?
When Zheng Fa advanced to the Yuanying stage, Zhao Jingfan hadn't looked at him like that.
Well, in that brief moment, he was indeed happier than when he broke through to Yuanying.
With the curious Zhao Jingfan and Yuan Xiaoniao in tow, Zheng Fa and Zhang Shijie arrived at a mine rich in thunder-type spirit stones in the mortal realm of Jiushan.
The mine had considerable reserves, scattered across a dozen or so mountain peaks.
From the sky, the soil of these mountains appeared a shade of bluish-purple, giving off an inexplicable sense of danger.
Madam Xuanhua was already waiting here with a dozen disciples, and behind them was a newly formed Shenxiao mining ship.
Zheng Fa cupped his hands in greeting to Madam Xuanhua.
"I didn't expect you to have the prototype of the mining ship ready so soon."
Madam Xuanhua didn't take credit, saying, "Although the people from the Artifact Refiners' Guild aren't very powerful, there are quite a few of them, which fills the manpower gap in my Tiangong Pavilion."
It was clear she was quite satisfied with the Artifact Refiners' Guild.
"Unfortunately, the Chongxuan Sect has lured away some smaller sects... For the time being, the Artifact Refiners' Guild can only rely on you, Xuanhua."
But Xuanhua waved her hand, her eyes bright: "Let them regret not coming!"
"?"
Xuanhua pointed at the Shenxiao mining ship, her eyes filled with pride:
"This mining ship contains the mechanical principles you provided me..."
"If those ungrateful people from the Chongxuan Sect learn it, I wouldn't want to part with it!"
It was evident that Madam Xuanhua had great confidence in the Shenxiao mining ship, even looking down on the Chongxuan Sect...
Hmm? Chongxuan Sect?
Xiao Yuying had been investigating the Chongxuan Sect, but why hadn't there been any news in the past few days?
...
Outside the Chongxuan Sect, Xiao Yuying was feeling a bit anxious.
She found herself in a predicament.
Originally hidden beneath a magical scarf, she was confident she could evade the perception of the Transformation Stage masters. However, for some reason, she had been feeling an ominous premonition lately, as if any rash movement would lead her into danger.
Possessing the Yuan Magnetic Body, she had always been accurate in her premonitions, so she dared not act recklessly, even hesitating to use her communication talisman for fear of exposure.
But it seemed the Chongxuan Sect had also become aware of something, as there had been Transformation Stage masters patrolling outside the mountain gate daily.
If she stayed here much longer, she would eventually be discovered.
For a moment, she even considered seeking help from her master, but her master's current situation made her hesitate.
Just as she was hesitating, a surprised shout suddenly rang out from within the Chongxuan Sect: "Which master has come to our sect?"
Xiao Yuying looked up in shock.
She saw a white tiger descending from the sky, with a woman standing at the front, accompanied by an old man and a young man behind her.
This woman was none other than Xie Qingxue!
"Tianhe Sect, Xie Qingxue."
Xie Qingxue announced loudly from atop the white tiger.
"Xie Fairy from the Tianhe Sect?"
The Chongxuan Sect's mountain gate stirred, and after a moment, an old man from the Transformation Stage descended from the mountain, approaching Xie Qingxue with a beaming smile and bowing, "I didn't know Xie Fairy was visiting our Chongxuan Sect. What brings you here?"
Clearly, this Transformation Stage master was somewhat apprehensive in front of Xie Qingxue.
"Are you from the Chongxuan Sect?"
Xie Qingxue frowned as she looked at the old man.
"Fairy, you may not know, but I recently joined the Chongxuan Sect and now serve as an elder."
Xie Qingxue's expression turned contemplative, but she seemed to have no interest in this matter, merely nodding and saying, "I have no other business; I just want to find someone."
"Find someone?"
"I have a friend named Xiao Yuying who has gone missing in your Chongxuan Sect's territory. I wonder if the Chongxuan Sect has any information?"
"Who?"
The old man from the Transformation Stage looked bewildered.
"Me!"
Xiao Yuying suddenly revealed herself, pulling aside the magical scarf and shouting loudly.
The old man's face darkened; it was clear he realized that Xiao Yuying was probing the Chongxuan Sect's secrets.
But Xie Qingxue reached out and pulled Xiao Yuying onto the white tiger, holding the Qingping Sword in her hand, looking at the Transformation Stage master with an expression filled with the arrogance of being the foremost disciple of the Tianhe Sect.
"Xie Fairy..."
"What's the matter? Do you want to keep me here, or does Haori Mountain want to keep me here?"
"…"
The old man's expression froze, clearly not expecting Xie Qingxue to throw a tantrum, making it difficult for him to respond. For a moment, he could only watch as Xie Qingxue took Xiao Yuying away.
Standing atop the white tiger, Xiao Yuying gratefully cupped her hands to Xie Qingxue, saying, "Thank you for saving me, Fairy."
"It wasn't me."
"Huh?"
"You haven't sent any messages to Zheng Fa these past few days. He sensed something was wrong, and I happened to be passing by; he asked me to come find you."
"…Then I should thank you for your help."
"Zheng Fa is here too, oh, and Zhang Wuyi."
Xiao Yuying's mouth dropped open in surprise, "Didn't I tell him that the Chongxuan Sect might have traps?"
"That's why he asked me to come..." Xie Qingxue glanced at Xiao Yuying and said, "No matter what the Chongxuan Sect is hiding, can it be more dangerous than the Great Freedom Demon Emperor?"
"…"
Xiao Yuying was at a loss for words.
Zheng Fa had been letting the Chongxuan Sect be, likely having anticipated some abnormalities and having his own plans.
Now, however, he had brought Xie Qingxue and Zhang Wuyi, putting everything on the line to confront the Chongxuan Sect.
This shift, upon reflection, could only be explained by one thing... for her.
Seemingly aware of what Xiao Yuying was thinking, Xie Qingxue smiled lightly:
"He thinks it's worth it."
(End of this chapter)
**Chapter 422: The Method of Change, Chongxuan's Bare Practice**
When Xiao Yuying saw Zheng Fa again, her expression was somewhat complex:
Deep down, she wasn't surprised that Zheng Fa would go to great lengths to rescue her.
Xiao Yuying had always been quite confident, feeling she held some value in the Jiushan realm.
But Zheng Fa's demeanor was a bit intimidating—
He wore the Sun and Moon Bell atop his head, while Zhang Shijie held the Qingjing Bamboo, and Jiao Wuji stood behind him with the Wan Yao Banner.
With such a entourage, it seemed like they were ready to sweep the Chongxuan Sect away.
If Xie Qingxue joined them, this combination would not be outmatched even before the Five Sects.
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