CHAPTER 153: CHAPTER 21: ANOTHER MEETING GIFT [PART 2]

"Someone who catches the Saint Master’s eye can’t be that bad, right? The Saint Master’s judgment is naturally excellent!" Sitting next to the white-haired elder was a burly man in a black brocade robe. His voice was very rough, and the smile on his face made him look somewhat simple-minded.

"All of the Saint Master’s disciples are formidable, and the youngest is no exception. There’s nothing surprising about this!" Said a very beautiful middle-aged woman in a light blue dress, seated to the left of Wen Guiyun, speaking softly.

"Indeed, Saint Master, when will your youngest disciple arrive? Let us all meet her properly!" The man in the red brocade robe, with an open collar and full of charm in his every word and deed, who was sitting to the left of the woman, said with a smile.

"Lan Chi, fix your clothing, don’t lead my disciple astray." Wen Guiyun put down the teacup in his hand, looked at the man in red, and said with a slight frown.

The man in red paused, and under Wen Guiyun’s gaze, he had no choice but to obediently adjust his clothing. "I can see you truly adore your youngest disciple!"

Previously, Wen Guiyun had never mentioned anything about his attire. Now, reminding him of something like this shows that he truly cares about his young disciple.

"Geng Geng is worthy of my love." This was the first mention of Gu Qingqing by Wen Guiyun in a while, and his expression, usually indifferent, was now filled with doting affection, which surprised everyone present.

The people here were all high-ranking members of Lingxi Sacred Land and had known each other for many years. They understood each other’s temperaments well, and they knew exactly what kind of person Wen Guiyun was. He appeared as a gentle and weak scholar, seemingly very amiable, but when harsh, none of those present could match him!

A person like him might not open his heart to the people around him. Even they had only gained his trust after going through several trials together. Of course, Si Lin and the others held a different significance for him, but even with them, he still viewed things from a master’s perspective and would not concern himself with everything.

But with Gu Qingqing, his young disciple, he was clearly different, treating her more like his own daughter.

While the others were marveling, announcements came from outside. After receiving permission, Gu Qingqing soon entered.

Seeing Gu Qingqing’s appearance, the people present were all somewhat surprised, not expecting her to be so beautiful.

"Disciple greets Master." Unfamiliar with the others, Gu Qingqing first approached Wen Guiyun to pay her respects.

"Geng Geng, come here quickly." With a wave of his hand, Wen Guiyun released a gentle force to support Gu Qingqing’s body, preventing her from completing the full formality. At the same time, he gestured for her to come to his side.

Gu Qingqing hurried to Wen Guiyun’s side, standing obediently.

"This is our Lingxi Sacred Land’s elder and Hall Master of the Alchemy Hall, Yao Leming, he’s your uncle." Wen Guiyun introduced the white-haired elder to his right to Gu Qingqing.

"Greetings, Uncle Pharmacist." Gu Qingqing immediately greeted him with respect.

Yao Leming was Wen Guiyun’s senior and had taken great care of him since his youth, treating Wen Guiyun’s disciples as his own. Seeing such a young person like Gu Qingqing delighted him, and a smile appeared on his face.

"Good, good, such a good child. Here, take this Jade Bottle as my meeting gift for you," Yao Leming casually handed a Jade Bottle to Gu Qingqing.

"The Elixirs refined by your Uncle Pharmacist are worth their weight in gold. Quickly keep it safe." Seeing Gu Qingqing look at him, Wen Guiyun swiftly added.

"Thank you, Uncle Pharmacist." Gu Qingqing immediately took the bottle and expressed her gratitude respectfully.

"This is Zhao Tonghai, Master of the Martial Hall and your Senior Uncle." Wen Guiyun continued to introduce the burly man to Gu Qingqing.

"Greetings, Uncle Zhao." Gu Qingqing walked over to Zhao Tonghai and bowed to him.

"Haha, no need for formalities. You’re your Master’s last disciple. Here’s my meeting gift for you, take it and play with it." Like Yao Leming, Zhao Tonghai casually handed her a dagger.

This was a silver dagger, its sheath made of precious Ten Thousand Years Cold Iron, inlaid with attribute stones, clearly not ordinary. Although Gu Qingqing’s skills in Artifact Refining with Si Lin were average, she had a trained eye and realized it was an Immortal Artifact, which surprised her.

"Thank you, Uncle Zhao." Silently accepting the dagger, Gu Qingqing thanked him once more.

"This is Ye Shenglan, Hall Master of the Array Hall, also your Senior Uncle." Wen Guiyun turned and introduced the lady on his left to Gu Qingqing.

"Greetings, Uncle Ye. You are truly beautiful." Gu Qingqing looked at Ye Shenglan, her eyes sparkling, and praised her with a smile.

"This little girl’s speech is much better than her Master’s. Little girl, you’re also very beautiful. This Glazed Shattered Jade Lamp has been with me for many years and is of little use to me, you may take it to play with." Ye Shenglan, an otherwise dignified Hall Master, was much more forthright in her speech, and warmed by Gu Qingqing’s compliment, handed her a very beautiful lamp.

Seeing the Glazed Shattered Jade Lamp, Gu Qingqing’s eyes lit up. The lamp was made beautifully, unlike any she had ever seen. She joyfully accepted it at once.

"Thank you, Uncle Ye."

"I remember that your disciple had their eyes on this Glazed Shattered Jade Lamp earlier, and you didn’t give it. Looks like you really like this girl." Sitting next to Ye Shenglan, Lan Chi looked at the Glazed Shattered Jade Lamp in Gu Qingqing’s hand and lazily said, "Young girl, I’m Lan Chi, the Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall. You can just call me Uncle Lan."

"Nice to meet you, Uncle Lan." Gu Qingqing loved beauties the most, and Lan Chi was not only good-looking but also very charming. She noticed Lan Chi’s eyes sparkled just like Ye Shenglan’s.

"Here, catch, your meeting gift." Lan Chi lazily tossed an object directly at her.

Gu Qingqing hurriedly caught it, realizing it was a palm-sized Blue Crystal Stone. This thing is a top-grade material for Artifact Refining, and many people would create a storm over just a fingernail-sized piece. Yet, Lan Chi casually threw a piece to her without a care!

Carefully putting it away, Gu Qingqing looked up and showed Lan Chi a bright smile, "Thank you, Uncle Lan."

After meeting everyone, she turned around and went back to Wen Guiyun’s side.

"You’ve all given Geng Geng a meeting gift, so if she encounters any trouble in the future, you must help her!" Wen Guiyun didn’t bring Gu Qingqing here just to introduce her; as long as these people acknowledged Gu Qingqing’s identity, her status would be unshakeable!

"That’s only natural; you don’t need to say it!" Yao Leming glanced at his junior apprentice brother, then smiled kindly at Gu Qingqing.

"No need to worry, brother. We will protect Geng Geng ourselves." Zhao Tonghai scratched his head and said earnestly.

"Such a cute little girl naturally shouldn’t be bullied!" Ye Shenglan said with a smile as he looked at Gu Qingqing’s face.

"Do you think my Law Enforcement Hall is just for show? Such a small matter doesn’t need your nagging!" Lan Chi toyed with a strand of hair in his hand and replied testily.

Wen Guiyun was not upset by the comment; after all, his goal was achieved, and he even smiled slightly.

They still had matters to discuss, so they let Gu Qingqing leave first.

As soon as Gu Qingqing walked out, she saw Rong Ye waiting outside.

"Fifth brother, why are you still here?" She quickened her steps to Rong Ye’s side and asked curiously.

"Of course, I was waiting for you. Since you just arrived at the Holy Land, I’m worried you’ll get lost." Rong Ye certainly couldn’t say he was waiting to prevent Gu Qingqing from finding Jun Wu, so he just made up an excuse.

Gu Qingqing rolled her eyes at Rong Ye, "Fifth brother, I’m not an idiot. Even if it’s my first time here, I can’t possibly get lost!"

"Who knows, I’m just worried about you," Rong Ye saw Gu Qingqing’s unfriendly eyes and squinted, "Don’t you want me to wait for you?"

Gu Qingqing couldn’t say she didn’t want him to, so she just nodded, "Thank you, fifth brother, for waiting for me. Can you take me to Jun Wu now? I promised him I would find him after leaving the master’s place."

Rong Ye almost refused but remembered Yue Zhao’s advice. If he really said no, Gu Qingqing would definitely ask why, and if he accidentally reminded her, it wouldn’t be good. Besides, Gu Qingqing didn’t know where Jun Wu lived, and he could take her on a detour; perhaps Jun Wu would be out by then.

Thinking this, Rong Ye reluctantly nodded and then led the way for Gu Qingqing.

"Geng Geng, I’ve noticed ever since Jun Wu came, you haven’t been paying attention to us brothers. It’s all about Jun Wu this and Jun Wu that!" Rong Ye complained half-jokingly to Gu Qingqing while walking.

"Have I? I don’t think so?" Gu Qingqing would never admit she neglected Rong Ye and the others, "I’m with my brothers every day!"

"Yes, you have! Just now, you came out from the master and immediately thought of looking for that brat!" Talking about Jun Wu, Rong Ye couldn’t even be bothered to say his name, directly using ’that brat’ instead.

Gu Qingqing stuck out her tongue, knowing she indeed owed Rong Ye and the others. But who could blame her when just thinking of Jun Wu’s pitiful demeanor made her unable to resist wanting to make him happy?

Of course, she dared not say this in front of Rong Ye.

"Wasn’t it because I promised Jun Wu earlier, and you brothers taught me that one should keep their promises? Jun Wu is my friend; how can I break my word to him?" She racked her brains to justify herself.

"You’re just making that up." Rong Ye bared his teeth, completely rejecting Gu Qingqing’s excuse.

Gu Qingqing gave Rong Ye an ingratiating smile, "Oh, come on, fifth brother, don’t fuss over this. Didn’t I say that you brothers are the most important in my heart!"

"That’s more like it!" Only then did Rong Ye seem satisfied.

"Brother Rong!"