Chapter 45

Shocking! The Untold Love-Hate Relationship Between the Second Senior Sister and the Elde

The morning breeze carried a hint of coolness, dispelling the lingering chill from the previous night on Mo Chengyue's body.

Having just returned to the territory of Qingquan Peak, and before he could even catch his breath, Mo Chengyue's steps suddenly stopped.

His radar, honed by Leng Yuexin's "devilish training," instantly detected an extremely dangerous aura.

That wasn't murderous intent, but rather a sense of order that blended the smell of disinfectant with the cold, hard texture of metal.

Under the old, crooked tree on Qingquan Peak, which Xie Buci always used to hang his wine jug, stood a tall and slender figure.

Dressed in a sleek black outfit without any unnecessary embellishments, her high ponytail swayed gently in the wind, with a scarlet blood jade tied at the end.

She held a snow-white silk handkerchief in her hand, meticulously wiping the slender sword in her hand.

Wipe it off, take a look.

That look in his eyes was as if he were looking at something dirty.

Mo Chengyue's heart skipped a beat, and he instinctively wanted to turn around and run away.

Even if that figure turned to ashes, he would still recognize it.

The true "decision-maker" of Qingquan Peak is Second Senior Sister, Qin Wanzhuang!

"Since you're back, come over here."

The cool voice wasn't loud, but it precisely penetrated Mo Chengyue's ears, carrying an undeniable authority.

Mo Chengyue froze on the spot, his expression seamlessly switching from "wanting to die" to "surprise" in a single second.

He took a deep breath and jogged over, his face plastered with a fawning smile.

"Second Senior Sister! When did you get back? Why didn't you let me know beforehand? I could have laid out a red carpet to welcome you at the mountain gate!"

Qin Wanzhuang turned around.

This was a strikingly handsome face, with eyebrows like distant mountains and eyes like cold stars.

At this moment, those cold, star-like eyes were scrutinizing Mo Chengyue from head to toe, and her brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

"Just got back."

She put away the silk handkerchief and her gaze fell on Mo Chengyue's somewhat unsteady steps.

"It's been three years, and your dark circles have gotten so bad. You look weak and frail, like you've been indulging in too much sex."

Mo Chengyue's knees buckled, and he almost knelt down to his senior sister on the spot.

Senior sister, are your eyes X-rays? They're so accurate every time you scan them?

"I'm innocent, Senior Sister!"

Mo Chengyue shouted.

"Junior brother, this is... this is the result of working tirelessly day and night, neglecting sleep and meals, to study formations! It's definitely a badge of honor for diligence and hard work!"

Qin Wanzhuang gave an indifferent snort, clearly unimpressed by his explanation.

She casually twirled her sword, and the longsword was sheathed with a crisp "click".

"It's very chaotic outside right now."

She changed the subject, her tone softening slightly.

"The righteous and demonic paths are constantly clashing at the border, and the demon race is also making moves. In comparison, the sect can indeed be considered a safe haven."

Mo Chengyue quickly seized the opportunity, adopting the look of a curious child: "Senior Sister, you must have gained a lot from this experience, right? Is the outside world particularly exciting?"

"It's acceptable."

Qin Wanzhuang was a woman of few words.

"He killed 108 evil cultivators, raided three shady inns, and incidentally rescued a few mentally challenged righteous disciples. Aside from being a bit dirty, he's got no other flaws."

Mo Chengyue felt a chill run down his spine.

One hundred and eight... Goodness, are you going to gain experience or to start a wholesale slaughter business?

Sure enough, everyone on Qingquan Peak except me is a ruthless person.

"Oh, right."

Qin Wanzhuang turned her gaze to the distant Chaoyun Peak and Tiantai Peak, where the lingering aura of the strange phenomena of heaven and earth had not yet completely dissipated.

"There was quite a commotion just now, what happened?"

Mo Chengyue quickly transformed into a "top commentator," vividly recounting how Xiao Fan and Ye Changfeng's simultaneous formation of their cores triggered extraordinary celestial phenomena.

After listening, Qin Wanzhuang nodded thoughtfully.

"Xiao Fan... Ye Changfeng... there are two promising talents. It seems this trip back wasn't so boring after all."

Suddenly, she turned her head sharply, her gaze fixed intently on Mo Chengyue.

Before Mo Chengyue could react, a long, strong hand had already been placed on his pulse point.

"Mid-stage Foundation Establishment?"

Qin Wanzhuang's voice carried a dangerous upward slant.

"Mo Chengyue, I was your mentor when you first entered the sect. I know your aptitude best. In three years, you jumped from the late stage of Qi Refining to the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment? Did you take some kind of immortal pill?"

Mo Chengyue's heart was pounding, and his CPU was about to overheat.

Finished!

With that kind of strength, it feels like she's about to dislocate his arm any second!

"explain!"

Qin Wanzhuang's eyes flashed sharply, and a suffocating sense of oppression swept over her.

"Did you learn from that bastard Xie Buci?"

She said "that bastard" through gritted teeth.

Even from three meters away, Mo Chengyue could smell a strong... sour smell? Hatred? And a hint of inexplicable resentment.

No! Absolutely not!

Mo Chengyue shook his head vigorously, raising three fingers to swear an oath.

"Senior sister, you have a deep understanding! I have always loathed Senior Brother's... his 'passing through a hundred flowers without a single petal clinging' attitude!"

"I practice legitimate Taoist methods! Really!"

He was internally screaming: How dare I follow his example! He actively flirted with girls, while I was forced into a relationship by a female demon!

Although we're both essentially living off women, his is like a buffet, while mine is like force-feeding a duck! How can they be the same?!

Qin Wanzhuang stared into his eyes for a full three seconds.

His gaze was so sharp it was as if he were scrutinizing a criminal.

Finally, as if confirming something, she disgustedly shook off Mo Chengyue's hand, took out the silk handkerchief from her bosom, and vigorously wiped the fingers that had just touched him.

"I doubt you have the guts."

Qin Wanzhuang said coldly.

"That good-for-nothing Xie Buci only knows how to spout sweet talk all day long, and all his cultivation has gone to waste."

"If you dare to imitate him, I'll break your legs first, so you won't embarrass yourself in public."

Mo Chengyue shrank his neck and nodded repeatedly in agreement.

But in my mind, I was secretly enjoying the gossip.

Listen to that tone!

"That bastard," "That piece of trash."

The harsher the scolding, the deeper the love!

It seems that Second Senior Sister's three years of training outside were not only for killing people, but also to escape a romantic entanglement.

Wow, the melons from Qingquan Peak are getting bigger and bigger with each bite!

To prevent his senior sister from continuing to dwell on this dangerous topic, Mo Chengyue quickly changed the subject.

"Um... Senior Sister, how long do you plan to stay this time? If it's a long stay, shall I clean your cave dwelling again?"

Qin Wanzhuang put away her handkerchief and looked up at the sky.

"They probably won't go out."

She said calmly, "Three months from now, it will be midsummer. The sect competition, held once every ten years, will begin soon."

"A sect competition?!"

Mo Chengyue's voice cracked.

Isn't this something only the main characters of shonen manga participate in? What does it have to do with a nobody like me?

"That's right."

Qin Wanzhuang glanced at him, as if she could see through his desire to slack off.

"The sect has spared no expense for this competition and has also established new rules. No disciple may be absent."

"and……"

She paused, a smile that sent chills down Mo Chengyue's spine appearing on her lips.

"Our master said that if Qingquan Peak comes in last place again this time, she will throw us all into the 'Ten Thousand Snake Cave' to calm down."

Mo Chengyue's vision went black.

The Cave of Ten Thousand Snakes? Is that a place for humans?

Who provoked Master? Why has he suddenly become so career-minded?

"Alright, I'll go see my master now."

Qin Wanzhuang ignored Mo Chengyue, who looked utterly dejected, straightened her clothes, and strode towards the main hall.

After taking two steps, she stopped again, tossing out a sentence without turning her head.

"I'll be keeping an eye on you for the next three months. If you dare embarrass me during the competition..."

"I'll show you what it means to be an elder sister who is like a mother."

With a clang.

The sword rang softly, exuding a murderous aura.

Mo Chengyue stood there, watching his senior sister's dashing departing figure, feeling bewildered in the wind.

First, there was Leng Yuexin who drained her body dry, and then there was Qin Wanzhuang's devilish special training.

There was also a master in the middle who loved to watch the drama unfold.

Life in the world of cultivation...

They're getting more and more cunning.