Xiahou Xuexiang: "..."

Her face turned red, but since Bu Huoran was speaking to her so casually, she didn’t feel any great barrier between them now. It was quite astonishing to think that someone like her could stand in the yard joking with someone like Bu Huoran.

"Master Bu, I came hurrying this time, and this pot of tea eggs is not finished yet. I also have these old hens, which I’m directly giving to you. I hope you like them!" Xiahou Xuexiang said with determination.

Bu Huoran was caught off guard.

She had received countless gifts over the years, including precious jewels and other valuables, but this was the first time she received gifts like tea eggs and old hens. Looking at the hens clucking in their cages, she let out a bitter laugh, feeling both amused and warmed in her heart.

"We will take good care of them and make their eggs incredibly flavorful."

The old hens: "???"

Hey everyone, come and see, although we’re not humans, we really are chickens here!

Meanwhile, Yuchi had a broad smile on his face. He was a simple person; if someone treated him well, he didn’t think much of it, seeing it as mere mutual benefit. But if someone treated his disciples well or the people around him well, then he felt very content.

Yuchi didn’t actually believe Xiahou Xuexiang was haunted by any evil spirits. He naturally considered her one of his disciples, and seeing this silly girl being disliked by others yet maintaining such a good attitude made him feel pity for her.

Compared to other disciples of the Ascension Gate, Xiahou Xuexiang could be considered one of the most unfortunate ones, a woeful female disciple, truly deserving of sympathy.

So now Bu Huoran was talking and laughing with Xiahou Xuexiang so casually. Although Yuchi could see that Bu Huoran was merely doing so for his sake and normally wouldn’t converse much with Xiahou Xuexiang, he thought Bu Huoran was good with people.

Since Bu Huoran hoped he could help with the Female Sect Leader Yuan Xuan’s matters, he decided to return the favor by offering assistance.

...

Night quickly fell.

Yuchi remained the same, changing into a new set of black brocade attire. He tidied his hair slightly, styling it into a simple Taoist bun. The loose black robe gave him a look of carefree elegance.

Xiahou Xuexiang also changed her outfit, now wearing the Ascension Gate’s attire. The azure long robe accentuated her well-proportioned figure, showcasing her curves. Her swan-like neck under the delicate robe, paired with a slightly humble smile and delicate features, made her starkly different from other female cultivators.

"Beautiful," Yuchi complimented.

"Thank you, young master!" Xiahou Xuexiang replied, a bit embarrassed, nodding slightly.

As for why Yuchi didn’t directly bring Xiahou Xuexiang into the Ascension Gate, it was mainly due to Xiahou Xuexiang’s own circumstances. Although she had an outgoing personality, deep down, she was somewhat self-conscious. Thus, taking her to such a place for relaxation was to give her a brief respite before she officially faced the cultivation life at the Ascension Gate.

It was like a buffer day, you could say.

Bu Huoran and Bu Tingyue were completely different, mother and daughter. Bu Huoran, a beautiful lady with two daughters, had adjusted her long dress, adding some slight slits. Though not as exaggerated as a cheongsam, the dress was slightly tailored below the calves. 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Bu Tingyue, on the other hand, was conservative, typically not trusting Yuchi’s honest character. Her skirt reached the edge of her shoes, revealing only the white appearance of the footwear. However, the golden-white girl’s long dress indeed made her appear more quiet, and with the gold-rimmed glasses, she had a scholarly, studious sister vibe to her.

So, from the Celestial Craft Workshop came four people: Yuchi, Xiahou Xuexiang, Bu Huoran, and Bu Tingyue. They took a carriage straight to the front of a shop named Thousand-Mile Moonlight Tower, a six-story restaurant. Today, the establishment was booked entirely. Though called a restaurant, it was essentially the counterpart to the Courtesan House, being Kuisheng Tower.

Oh my, outside the Danyue Tower were two neat rows of handsome men. Although Yuchi had a handsome appearance, compared to such professionals, he was slightly lacking. The men all smiled as they watched guests enter the Danyue Tower.

One after another, they called "good sister" or "good brother," almost as if they were about to shout "familia"...

Yuchi wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, finding it a bit overwhelming.

Previously, he indeed wanted to visit the Kuisheng Tower to broaden his horizons, but he never had the opportunity. Coming here today, he found that the Kuisheng Tower was not as chaotic as he imagined. It was somewhat similar to the Courtesan House, with the men each having their own unique appeal.

Whether handsome, gentle, or imposing, every type was represented. Not to mention an inexperienced young woman, even a man who considered himself upright would find it hard to resist making a comment when suddenly placed in such a setting.