Chapter 557: Transaction (1)

n't matter if she was at the back or front, as she already knew everything.Xiaoyao paid no heed to this and continued on his way. He stopped at several places along the way, picking up items before he...Chapter 557 Transaction 1

"Then I'll take up your offer. Who would have thought that you, a mere servant, suddenly became a prince Haha, it's really interesting," Zhuque Lei said with a smile as he got closer to Xianyao, which was also a good thing, not just for the Spirit Condensation Pill. Before this, he knew that Wu Xiu had received guidance from Xianyao, and he hoped to receive some too.

"I'm still just a servant; prince is merely an additional title. Don't take it too seriously," Xianyao replied with a smile. He wasn’t very concerned about his identity anyway because it wouldn’t change who he was.

"There aren't many people in this world who can be indifferent, and I certainly can't do that yet. Looks like I'll have to learn from you more often in the future. Do you teach" Zhuque Lei asked with a smile. The meaning behind his words were not just about indifference; he wanted to learn even more about martial arts.

"As long as you're here, I will," Xianyao replied with a smile.

"If you say it like that, then I’d like to stay here for my entire life..."

“Uh…”

"I'm joking. Don't get nervous. I’m not like your other girls who are all very strong. Were they all taught by you" Zhuque Lei asked, finding it highly likely.

"Not exactly; my boss is the only one I’ve fully trained. Everyone else has just received a part of my guidance," Xianyao modestly replied.

Although it was just a part, this part was crucial. It was key to them reaching their current heights.

"Boss You mean Solitary Star She’s the strongest. We’re geniuses among geniuses in our own right, but in front of her, we're ordinary compared to genius-level talent," Zhuque Lei said somewhat sadly. This was something she had initially refused to acknowledge but eventually couldn't deny.

"You're not so bad either." Xianyao replied simply.

"If I'm not so bad, then can I be like Solitary Star too" Zhuque Lei's eyes lit up.

"That’s naturally impossible," Xianyao immediately shook his head and said.

“Tch, I was excited for a moment. Didn’t expect you to pour cold water on me,” Zhuque Lei said somewhat dejectedly.

“This isn't just cold water, it's reality. You and the boss are two different types of people; your talents and opportunities aren't the same. How could you possibly be like her However, you can try to keep up with her pace. Whether or not you succeed depends on your own opportunities,” Xianyao said matter-of-factly.

“Oh, that’s what you’re talking about. I haven’t thought of catching up to her, but at least maintaining our current distance is important. Can you help me" Zhuque Lei looked at Xianyao with great anticipation.

"I can help, but you’ll have to pay a price for it too, just like in our previous deal," Xianyao said straightforwardly without any hesitation.

“I don’t have money, but I can give you people,” Zhuque Lei joked with a smile as he patted Xianyao on the shoulder. This seemed to be something she picked up from her sister.

"You scared me. I thought you wanted to stick with me forever; I really don’t want another one," Xianyao said, his heart pounding.

“…” Now it was Zhuque Lei's turn to fall silent. Damn, how could he think she'd cling onto him when she’s a beauty with looks and charm, and from an excellent family background

Even if she did cling on, shouldn’t he feel honored What problem is there in having another one around; his mansion can house many people.

But Zhuque Lei definitely wouldn't say it out loud. She merely said disdainfully: "Do I need you to support me If nothing else, go ahead and don't give others the impression that we have something going on."

"Rest assured, there’s nothing," Xianyao replied.

“What do you mean by nothing. A lone man and woman together for a long time will naturally make people think there's something,” Zhuque Lei said.

“I meant that we're both single; even if there’s anything, it wouldn’t be an issue," Xianyao replied calmly.

"…You wish. Hmph!" Zhuque Lei waved her hand dismissively and left.

If she continued talking with him, her brain would feel too taxed and her patience would run out. Xianyao also left to join the Miss and others. When he arrived, everyone was studying EatEat, petting her as they marveled at her while she ate.

"Alright, if there's nothing else, go back to your rooms and rest now. Boss, let’s go," Xianyao said, preparing to return with Solitary Star to see how she had been practicing recently.

He believed the grand manor would definitely have a separate courtyard for her; of course, it was also possible that Miss insisted on living together.

“Tch, no way you’ll get alone time with Seventh Sister, drink some wine first,” Miss said as she grabbed Xianyao’s hand and the wine flask. She had already started drinking what she got from EatEat earlier.

"We have important matters to attend to; once my boss is done, it will be your turn," Xianyao replied.

“Ah, I get a piece too You finished Seventh Sister and now you’re coming for me,” Miss said in surprise. Her words were so suggestive that everyone was speechless.

"... " Xiaoyao was silent for a moment, "Bugger off, I want to see the boss's cultivation progress and verify some of my theories. Then I'll check on you to see if you've been slacking."

"I've always worked hard at my cultivation; I haven't been slacking," Miss Senior said seriously.

"Don't believe her nonsense, she spends all day drinking and flirting with flowers. If I weren't busy with other things, I'd have left her far behind long ago." Nangong Susan wasn't polite about exposing Miss Senior's lies.

"Haha, cultivation also needs rest, otherwise something might happen if you cultivate non-stop. Besides, I've really been working hard; now I only spend two hours drinking and flirting with flowers a day. If it were before…"

"If it were before, would it be twelve hours a day, right Really don't understand you, leaving Third Miss at home while you go drink and flirt with flowers... Ah! Third Miss, why are you hitting me" As Xiaoyao spoke, he was forcefully struck by Miss Third.

"I warn you not to drag me into this."

"Drag you into what" Xiaoyao pretended not to understand.

"There's nothing!"

"Okay, boss, we're leaving now. Third Miss, please make arrangements for them." With that, Xiaoyao dragged Guxing away; this time he gave no chance for anyone to say anything.

"Sure!" Nangong Third Miss nodded; such things were usually her responsibility.

This way, Xiaoyao and Guxing arrived at the courtyard where Guxing lived, which was actually prepared for Xiaoyao. Everyone knew that if Xiaoyao moved in, Guxing would definitely follow him. Meanwhile, Guxing would stay in the main bedroom while Xiaoyao would be in a secondary room.

This was Xiaoyao's habit; as long as he hadn't severed his relationship with Guxing, he would always prioritize Guxing.

When Xiaoyao and Guxing stepped into the courtyard, they weren't alone—Miss Senior and Nangong Susan were following them, along with Chichi the little tail. Miss Senior and Nangong Susan wouldn’t miss the chance to hear what Xiaoyao would explain to Guxing, even if it wasn’t beneficial for their own cultivation.

"What are you two following us around for There’s no time today; come back tomorrow," Xiaoyao said casually. His tone didn’t match his words, which seemed resentful but was actually very neutral.

"If you don't have time to talk to us, then just stay quiet; we’ll listen from the side and won’t bother you." Miss Senior smiled and said, "You can just give us whatever you have."

"What do I have" Xiaoyao feigned ignorance.

"Cut it out. You haven't contacted us all year but must have prepared something good for Seventh Sister; I want some too," Miss Senior said directly, believing that Xiaoyao would definitely have prepared something good for her as well. Though he would give it to Guxing first, she knew it was her turn next.

"Miss Senior, sometimes women are better off being a bit clueless!" Xiaoyao grumbled and then took out a vial of pills, pouring four of them—each person one pill. Yes, there’s Chichi too.

"What is this" Miss Senior asked after eating it; this might surprise some, as she was asking after eating. What kind of habit is that

But precisely because of her lack of guard against Xiaoyao, she would even take poison if he gave it to her.

"These are Dragon Blood Pills; they can increase your vital energy and help you break through to higher realms," Xiaoyao said.

"Are there any more Give me another one." Miss Senior asked with outstretched hands, thinking this was a good thing and that one pill wasn’t enough for her.

"Pah!"

Xiaoyao smacked Miss Senior's hand and grumbled, "Bugger off! Ordinary people can only take one of these pills; the effects last just once. You should absorb it properly; maybe you’ll break through to peak Saint Rank like your boss."

At this moment, Guxing and Nangong Susan didn’t waste words but sat in meditation, absorbing the power of Dragon Blood Pills. Only Miss Senior was standing at first, but seeing their example, she immediately began meditating.

Xiaoyao went behind Guxing and sat cross-legged while placing his hand on her back. While assisting Guxing’s energy circulation, he also observed her cultivation progress. Though there wouldn't be any major issues with Guxing, minor problems could affect her advancement. When he found a problem, Xiaoyao would correct it immediately.

Usually, Guxing wouldn’t have many issues; at most just one or two small ones that were easy to solve. This time though, Xiaoyao didn’t find any issues and soon withdrew his true energy.

Afterward, he went on to tease Chichi, teaching her how to speak while guarding everyone.

"Good person..." Xiaoyao pointed at himself.

"Chichi..." Chichi blankly called out.

"Idiot..." Xiaoyao pointed at Chichi.

"Chichi!!" Chichi angrily called back and prepared to bite Xiaoyao.

"..."

While teaching Chichi, Nangong Third Miss walked in and couldn’t help but laugh upon hearing what Xiaoyao said. Is this how you teach (To be continued)in days.At the same time, if the Carefree One had said this was just one medicinal pill’s worth of value, why go through so much trouble to bring it over specially for themThe reason was very simple....