Even though she could hear some sounds, she couldn’t quite make them out; it seemed there was some obstruction. Qingqing could only vaguely sense that this person was curious about her relationship with Chu Xuan.

"This is Qingqing, a beautiful young lady specializing in robbery who recently set her sights on me, intending to make a big score."

Chu Xuan’s introduction made Qingqing grind her teeth at him.

The young master was a bit surprised, "Wow, Brother Chu, you have such an open-heartedness, even sharing laughter with a robber you keep by your side!"

"Hmph, we’re already partners, plotting how to rob you next," Qingqing simply decided to go full rogue, disregarding any image.

"Sir, hand over your treasures, or don’t blame us for being rude."

"Don’t," Chu Xuan raised a hand to stop her, "He’s my good brother, Qingqing, you can’t harm your own people."

As he spoke, he glanced at "Chu Liansheng," "I didn’t expect to meet you here; is it truly a coincidence?"

The young master nodded, "I didn’t expect this either. I planned to attend ’Baihua Banquet,’ and since Dongxian Workshop is also my family’s business, it’s normal for me to be here."

"But Brother Chu, you came from the sect and passed through Dongxian Workshop; you’re not attending the banquet too, are you?"

Chu Xuan nodded, "Consider it broadening my horizons. Although Wuyou Valley issued invitations only to female cultivators, I heard male cultivators meeting the criteria could also participate."

Qingqing became increasingly wary; is this another core disciple from a major orthodox sect? He dares to call Dongxian Workshop his family’s business with such confidence.

"Brother Chu, your cultivation is progressing rapidly; it’s at par with mine now." The young master smiled at Chu Xuan.

"I’ve delayed my Core Formation for years, but recently gained confidence. I wanted to complete it before going, but feared missing the ’Baihua Banquet.’ So I’m setting out now."

"Congratulations, congratulations," Chu Xuan clasped his hands, "I’m close too; taking more trips down the mountain is beneficial." 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Qingqing felt a bit confused hearing this, but unwilling to be outdone, she replied, "I can also advance to the third realm whenever I want. I won’t fall behind you."

The young master clapped his hands, "Since it’s such a coincidence, how about we three travel together next?"

Chu Xuan hesitated, and Qingqing wasn’t too willing either. She deliberately took Chu Xuan’s hand and said, "Sorry, it’s a bit inconvenient."

The young master saw this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, "Brother Chu, you have too many confidantes!"

Although he appeared calm on the surface, Qingqing could vaguely feel that this guy wasn’t too pleased. Hey, hey! What’s your relationship exactly?

Chu Xuan awkwardly cleared his throat and withdrew his hand from Qingqing’s grip, saying in a gentle tone:

"It’s not like we’re confidantes; we’re just friends who met through conflict. Qingqing is really nice."

"About traveling together, maybe let’s not?"

The young master lightly bit his lip, showing a somewhat aggrieved look.

Qingqing felt disgusted seeing this; how womanly can this guy be? Could he truly be a changeling?

She wanted to "see" through him, but this guy had special protective talismans that made it difficult to see through.

Chu Xuan thought, "How about you change back to your original outfit?"

The young master refused, spreading his hands and asking, "Not good like this? I think it’s quite fitting."

Wow, then I won’t be polite. Chu Xuan went up again, holding his hand with sincerity:

"Brother, your hand is so small, much smaller than mine."

"Brother, why are you so fair-skinned?"

"Brother, you’re so fragrant, oh no, you’re so cute."

This time, finally, the young master couldn’t stand it. She blushed and said, "Stop, stop, I’ll change back, stop teasing me."

Her voice also changed back to a crisp female voice, and only then did Chu Xuan contentedly release his hand.