CHAPTER 179: CHAPTER 47: REUNION WITH QIU YUYAN (FIRST UPDATE)

Lu Ying was quite confident in his appearance. In the past, those young girls who saw him would be captivated by his face; some even liked him to the point of being head over heels, which was a bit annoying, but he did gain quite a few benefits because of this face!

Originally, he planned to approach Gu Qingqing first because Gu Qingqing was the youngest among them and also a girl, making her the easiest to sway.

Who would have thought that he would be the first to be defeated by Gu Qingqing!

Because this girl not only seemed uninterested in his face but might even dislike it?

Lu Ying rubbed his nose, feeling a bit embarrassed.

Gu Qingqing couldn’t care less about Lu Ying’s embarrassment; she stared at Lu Ying with a look that said she wouldn’t let it go unless Lu Ying left!

Lu Ying looked at the others and found that they were either watching the fun or directly ignoring him. No one mentioned Gu Qingqing, nor did anyone speak on his behalf. He rubbed his nose and could only choose to retreat for now.

"Since the lady doesn’t like me, I’ll take my leave." He stood up, patted the dust off his clothes, walked to his horse, clasped his hands together towards them, then turned and left.

After his figure disappeared, Gu Qingqing retracted her gaze and returned to the carriage to change her clothes.

"Geng Geng, you don’t like that Lu Ying?" Yue Zhao asked while tending to the fire.

"Yeah, there’s something strange about his aura, and I don’t like it." Gu Qingqing frowned. Just thinking about Lu Ying’s aura made her uncomfortable.

"If you don’t like him, you don’t have to. In the future, we’ll just avoid him, or make him avoid us!" Yue Zhao patted Gu Qingqing’s hair, telling her not to frown, and said dotingly.

"That’s right. That guy looks shady; we just won’t deal with him." Mu Chen nodded on the side; he didn’t like Lu Ying much either.

"Though that guy really is quite handsome, I don’t know why, but I still don’t like him!" Yun Ran sighed, thinking about Lu Ying’s appearance, feeling that it was a pity for such a face.

Zhuo Tingqiu looked at Yun Ran with black lines across his forehead, feeling speechless about her infatuated behavior.

Lu Ying still didn’t know he had already been disliked by Gu Qingqing and the others; he was still thinking about how to approach them.

After separating from Gu Qingqing and the others, he encountered another group of people.

This group consisted of about ten individuals, including eight men and two women.

According to Lu Ying’s observation, the leader was a young man of average appearance and a woman with an unusual relationship with him who stayed by his side.

The woman was also very beautiful, of the gentle and watery type, generous and virtuous, the kind some men liked, though not Lu Ying’s type!

When Lu Ying discovered them, they also noticed him. Initially cautious, they only relaxed after realizing Lu Ying was alone.

Unlike with Gu Qingqing and the others, Lu Ying, after a brief observation of this group, gave up on trying to befriend them and pondered how to connect with Gu Qingqing and her group again.

However, even though he didn’t want to engage with these people, they wanted to know him.

Qin Xuan was the son of the Qin family from Xiangxi Prefecture, the only son of the Qin Family Head, holding a high status within the Qin family, heavily doted upon, and personally quite lecherous, fond of beautiful women. His cultivation level was mediocre, only at level eight, propped up by elixirs given by the Qin Family Head!

This time, he was sent out by his father for training, accompanied by his seven bodyguards, his sister, and his female companion.

If Yun Ran and the others were here, they would recognize the person with Qin Xuan as Qiu Yuyan, whom they met back in Xuantian Continent and liked Si Lin!

After her ascension, Qiu Yuyan landed in Xiangxi Prefecture, coincidentally in West Joy City where the Qin family resided. Not knowing anything about the Sub-immortal Realm, she settled in West Joy City, where she was noticed by Qin Xuan during a trip outside.

Back in Xuantian Continent, Qiu Yuyan could toy with many capable men with ease. Even after arriving in the Sub-immortal Realm, her skills remained, quickly entangling Qin Xuan’s affections deeply.

She was like a duckweed in the Sub-immortal Realm, with Qin Xuan as her temporary haven.

She hadn’t followed Qin Xuan back to the Qin family, maintaining contact with him instead. She even persuaded Qin Xuan to cultivate; Qin family parents, seeing her usefulness to Qin Xuan, tacitly approved their association. When Qin Xuan set off to train, she readily accompanied him.

In Qin Xuan’s presence, her cultivation level had already risen to level eight. What Qin Xuan could offer her was decreasing, and she intended to use this opportunity to ditch Qin Xuan and find a new patron!

When she first saw Lu Ying, Qiu Yuyan noticed Qin Xuan’s sister, Qin Yi, staring at Lu Ying, her cheeks turning pink, her eyes sparkling, clearly liking Lu Ying.

With a slight thought, she encouraged Qin Yi to ask for Lu Ying’s identity.

Accompanied by Qiu Yuyan, Qin Yi approached Lu Ying, her face flushed, head lowered, appearing shy, unlike her usual boldness, which made Qiu Yuyan ponder the power of a handsome man.

"Sir, may I ask your name?" Qin Yi, after hesitating for a long time, finally mustered the courage to ask Lu Ying.

Upon seeing Qin Yi’s demeanor, Lu Ying immediately knew what was on her mind. He had encountered many girls like her; normally he would ignore them, but having been upset by Gu Qingqing, Qin Yi’s reaction reassured him of his own charm, boosting his mood, making him more amiable towards Qin Yi.

"I’m Lu Ying," he bowed slightly to Qin Yi with an elegant demeanor, enough to captivate a group of women.

Qin Yi was smitten, her eyes filled with his visage.

"Miss Qin Yi," she didn’t wait for Lu Ying to inquire and directly introduced herself, hoping he’d remember her name.

"Miss Qin," Lu Ying responded courteously.

Seeing Lu Ying’s demeanor, Qin Yi’s blush deepened.

"Mr. Lu, it’s dangerous out here. I see you’re traveling alone; would you be willing to journey with us?" Perhaps encouraged by Lu Ying’s gentle eyes, Qin Yi directly voiced her thoughts.

After speaking, she hurriedly covered her face and hid behind Qiu Yuyan, feeling very shy.

The smile on Lu Ying’s face remained unchanged, but a hint of astonishment flashed in his eyes. He didn’t expect Qin Yi to be so direct!

Of course, having seen the world, his smile became even gentler, "Thank you for the invitation, Miss Qin. I shall respectfully accept."

Although Qin Yi was shy, she kept her ears tuned to Lu Ying’s movements. Hearing his words, the corners of her lips slightly curved upward, looking very happy.

Qiu Yuyan, playing the role of a tool, felt her face stiffen, but thankfully her goal was achieved.

She was now Qin Xuan’s companion, so she couldn’t act too boldly. However, with Qin Yi, Qin Xuan’s sister, inviting Lu Ying, Qin Xuan wouldn’t be angry!

Sure enough, when Qin Yi brought Lu Ying over and said they would travel together, Qin Xuan, although a bit displeased, agreed to Qin Yi’s request to let Lu Ying accompany them.

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Gu Qingqing and the others rested outdoors for a night and continued on to Daxing City the next day.

Daxing City is near the Red Moon Mountain Range and borders the Red Moon Forest. The Red Moon Forest is one of the eight great danger zones in the Sub-immortal Realm. Besides the Red Moon Forest, the other four danger zones are the Heavenly Illusion Sea, the Dark Swamp, the Extreme North Snow Mountain, and the Star Moon Island.

The Red Moon Forest is called a danger zone because its core holds demon beasts nearly at the Immortal Rank, and there are even three Half-step Immortal Rank demon beasts in it. Naturally, its outskirts and middle areas are a paradise for adventurers.

There are many precious spirit flowers and herbs there, as well as numerous demon beasts. For those who wish to train, it is paradise, and for loose cultivators, they can earn money by collecting spirit flowers and herbs and hunting demon beasts. Thus, although Daxing City isn’t large, it’s very bustling.

Every day, countless people travel from all directions to Daxing City, rest, and then enter the Red Moon Forest. There are also people coming out of the Red Moon Forest who rest and heal here, making the economy of Daxing City very prosperous.

Gu Qingqing had previously considered visiting the Red Moon Forest for training, but it was delayed due to resolving matters in Wuyun City. This time it was also delayed due to attending the Wuji Sect’s wedding, which was somewhat regrettable.

Gu Qingqing and the others arrived in Daxing City at dusk, just as the sun was setting, but even so, there were still many people entering and leaving the city.

After getting off the carriage, they joined the line to enter Daxing City.

The strength of Daxing City as a whole is higher than Xiyuan City and Yonghua City. It’s common to see people of the fifth and sixth ranks, and occasionally, even those of the eighth or ninth rank.

There are also mercenary corps here, specializing in taking on tasks related to the Red Moon Forest to earn commissions and resources for cultivation.

Apart from the legitimate shops, there are many street vendors selling goods. Regardless of how friendly they appear, they can’t hide the killing intent accumulated from fighting demon beasts for a long time.

Gu Qingqing and the others, with striking appearances and wearing seemingly expensive clothes, looking very young, seemed like fat sheep in the eyes of some, and from entering the city, many people’s eyes were filled with greed when looking at them.

"Second Senior Brother, are those people treating us like easy targets?" Gu Qingqing asked Yue Zhao with a smile on her lips and a hint of amusement in her eyes.

Yue Zhao glanced around, taking in some people’s expressions, his smile deepening but his eyes remaining cold, "Their eyes aren’t good!"

His voice sounded very gentle, but his tone was filled with coldness.

"They’re just bullies. Once we reveal our cultivation, they won’t dare act," Yun Ran said coldly, also feeling the irritating stares while standing on Gu Qingqing’s other side.

"Exactly, let’s hope they’re smart," Nan Hua said, continuously fanning himself with a hint of a smile.

The group exchanged glances, not only unafraid but even a bit excited, as if hoping someone would cause them trouble.

Those who intended to trouble them naturally didn’t know their thoughts; if they did, they’d probably be infuriated!

When they reached the best inn in Daxing City, they just happened to encounter Qin Xuan and his group at the entrance.

Lu Ying, spending a day not only relieving Qin Xuan’s hostility but also earning his admiration and even some influence over him, was skillful. He was talking to Qin Yi but paused when he saw Gu Qingqing and the others, leaving Qin Yi to walk directly toward them.

"Everyone, we meet again," Lu Ying said with a very kind smile, looking at Gu Qingqing and the group.

Gu Qingqing initially thought they wouldn’t meet Lu Ying again. Who knew they’d encounter him again in Daxing City? Her face turned dark immediately. She glanced at Lu Ying and, as if not seeing him, intended to bypass him to enter the inn.

Lu Ying, having finally met Gu Qingqing and her group again, wasn’t about to let them leave so easily.

He directly stretched out an arm to block Gu Qingqing’s path.

Gu Qingqing immediately got angry. The Mixed Immortal Silk wrapped around Lu Ying’s arm and swung him out fiercely.

Lu Ying’s reaction was quite good. When Gu Qingqing swung him out, his body moved, allowing him to land perfectly on the ground rather than being thrown down.

Gu Qingqing only wanted Lu Ying to move aside, not to hurt him. After throwing him out, she turned again to walk into the inn, only to be blocked after two steps. Looking at who blocked her, she found it was a woman she didn’t recognize, so her brows furrowed.

"Miss, we seem not to know each other, why are you blocking me?" Though angry with Lu Ying, Gu Qingqing tried to maintain control of her tone, albeit unpleasant.

"Who let you touch Brother Lu Ying? Apologize to Brother Lu Ying!" Qin Yi had already flared up when Lu Ying was thrown, directly blocking Gu Qingqing and speaking sternly.

Initially, she was angry and slightly jealous of Gu Qingqing when Lu Ying dropped her to speak with them. Who knew Gu Qingqing would ignore Lu Ying and even throw him? Of course, she was furious, more so than if she had been thrown!

Gu Qingqing looked at Lu Ying, then at Qin Yi, her eyebrows slightly raised, and looked at Qin Yi as if watching a madwoman, "Miss, your Brother Lu Ying first blocked my way, so I made him move. He forced me; you want me to apologize, impossible!"

Qin Yi didn’t expect Gu Qingqing to be so uncompromising. Already not of good temper, her extended hand turned into a palm aimed at Gu Qingqing’s chest.

A glint of coldness flashed in Gu Qingqing’s eyes as she sidestepped Qin Yi’s attack and directly kicked Qin Yi in the stomach. Qin Yi, no match for Gu Qingqing and without combat experience, was kicked three to four meters away.