CHAPTER 884: CHAPTER 881: I ORDER YOU TO EAT

The three words "sense of belonging" deeply shocked Xu Wendong.

This also made him understand why Xu Canghai wanted to take him as a disciple.

Just like Fuyao said earlier.

Having a sense of belonging and not having one are two entirely different feelings.

Once you have a sense of belonging, it means you’ve taken root somewhere, and if that place ever faced danger, he would rush back without hesitation.

On the contrary, without a sense of belonging, one wouldn’t have much emotional attachment.

"Senior, this matter is of great importance, I must consult my two masters." Xu Wendong looked troubled.

If it was just to learn formations, he certainly wouldn’t become a disciple of Fuyao and join the Jade Maiden Palace.

However.

The Jade Maiden Palace has Zhongli, Zhu Qing, Yun Yao, and Jian You.

These four are his confidantes.

He couldn’t possibly watch his women face any danger.

Fuyao’s red lips slightly parted: "You’ve had a long journey, rest first, and reply to me after you’ve made up your mind."

"Junior bids farewell!"

Xu Wendong bowed and withdrew.

"Senior Brother Xu, please follow me, I’ll take you to the guest room." Outside, a young woman about seventeen or eighteen, slightly nervous, led Xu Wendong to the guest room of the Jade Maiden Palace.

The room was ancient and elegant, but the pink bedding gave Xu Wendong a strange sense of discord.

"I’m Xiao Die, I’ll be waiting outside, so if Senior Brother Xu needs anything, feel free to ask." Xiao Die said courteously, then turned and left.

Xu Wendong sent a message to Wuming: "Master, I’m at the Jade Maiden Palace now. There’s something I don’t know how to decide, please guide me."

Even though he had two masters, in his heart, Wuming’s position was far above Xu Canghai’s.

Wuming asked: "What’s the matter?"

Xu Wendong lay on the fragrant bed with a face of disinterest: "I came to the Jade Maiden Palace thinking to learn their formation, but Senior Fuyao wants to take me as her disciple."

Wuming cheerfully said: "Just ask her, if you become a disciple of the Jade Maiden Palace, can the disciples of the Jade Maiden Palace become Daoist couples with my Elixir Sect disciples?"

Xu Wendong’s mouth twitched hard: "So you don’t mind me having more masters at all?"

Wuming laughed heartily: "Since you already have more than one master, a few more doesn’t matter, as long as they can benefit my Elixir Sect disciples!"

Xu Wendong was very upset.

It was a waste to think he would ask his master’s attitude about this.

It seems...

He really doesn’t care how many masters I have!

He ended the communication with Wuming and took out Xu Canghai’s communication token to inform him of the situation here.

Xu Canghai did not act as nonchalantly as Wuming, and he seriously asked: "Are you really interested in formations?"

Xu Wendong honestly said: "Disciple has not studied advanced formations, but wants to try."

"But the risk of this matter is too great." Xu Canghai said: "The Jade Maiden Palace is the only sect in the Nine Provinces that consists only of women."

"Although seemingly well-connected, who knows what good or evil truly lies within?"

"For many years, the Jade Maiden Palace has been watched covetously by forces everywhere, but they fear the Jade Maiden Palace’s Nine Heavens Thunder Formation!"

"If the Nine Heavens Thunder Formation of the Jade Maiden Palace disappears, they would rush in instantly to tear the Jade Maiden Palace to shreds."

"Of course, it’s meaningless to talk about this now."

"Because you already have the answer in your heart, don’t you?"

Xu Canghai had not spent much time with Xu Wendong.

But sometimes.

Even if they hadn’t known each other long, he could recognize a person’s inherent simplicity in a short time.

Like Xu Wendong.

Even though he’s just ordinary friends with his daughter, he’s willing to find the Kunlun Mountains Minor World for her.

And participate in the Nine Provinces Elite Competition for her.

From this aspect, it shows Xu Wendong is a person of emotions and loyalty.

If he could do that for his daughter.

Let alone, the Jade Maiden Palace also has his four confidantes.

Xu Canghai said: "If so, why not follow your heart?"

"Perhaps this will bring you many unnecessary troubles."

"But, this is a destined cause and effect anyway."

"Only by following your heart will your thoughts become clear."

"Besides, you still have my Sword Pavilion, what are you afraid of?"

Hearing this, Xu Wendong’s hesitant heart became firm, and he said: "Thank you, Master, I know what I should do now!"

Speaking of which.

In terms of comforting people, Xu Canghai is clearly more adept than Wuming.

Especially when he said so calmly, you still have my Sword Pavilion, what are you afraid of?

This was the most reassuring thing Xu Wendong heard since arriving at the Kunlun Mountains Minor World!

It’s just...

Thinking of the dual cultivation with Si Youyou, Xu Wendong felt a strong sense of guilt.

After ending the communication with Xu Canghai, Xu Wendong pushed open the door and went outside, night had already fallen, and the brilliant galaxy hung above, close enough to touch, beautiful beyond description.

"Senior Brother Xu, I prepared some dinner for you, I’m not sure if it suits your taste." Xiao Die stepped lightly with four dishes and a pot of wine.

Xu Wendong politely said: "Thank you, Junior Sister Xiao Die."

"It’s nothing." Xiao Die flashed a sweet smile and asked: "Would you like to dine in your room or outside?"

Xu Wendong glanced at the stone table in the courtyard: "Outside, please."

"Alright." Xiao Die nodded obediently, and placed the dishes and utensils on the stone table.

Seeing only one set of utensils, Xu Wendong frowned: "Why is there only one set of utensils? Is Junior Sister Xiao Die not eating?"

Xiao Die replied: "Senior Brother Xu is a distinguished guest of the Jade Maiden Palace. My duty is to serve you well, how can I dine with you?"

Xu Wendong said dismissively: "No need for so many rules, add a set and eat with me!"

"Please, Senior Brother Xu, don’t put Xiao Die in a difficult position!" Xiao Die was anxious, her eyes full of tension. She was just an outer sect disciple of the Jade Maiden Palace, even if Xu Wendong asked her to sit down and eat, she didn’t have the courage.

Because the Jade Maiden Palace was strict in its hierarchy, if anyone found out she dined with Xu Wendong, she would certainly be punished.

Xu Wendong pretended to be displeased: "I order you to eat."

Xiao Die’s face instantly showed aggrievement and helplessness.

But she still sat on the stone bench, trembling as she took out a clean set of utensils from her storage bag, starting to taste the dinner prepared for Xu Wendong by the dining hall as if chewing wax.

Xu Wendong revealed a satisfied smile: "That’s it, I’m just a regular person, no need for so many rules, you don’t need to feel too pressured, nor so restrained."

"Okay!" Xiao Die replied softly, then nervously said: "Would you like to try the Jade Maiden Palace’s Hundred Flower Brew, Senior Brother Xu?"

Xu Wendong smiled: "I don’t drink, let’s eat, and after dinner, rest early."

On the other hand.

Fuyao lazily leaned on a screen drinking wine, in front of her was a light screen showing Xu Wendong and Xiao Die having dinner.

Seeing this, Fuyao displayed a slightly intriguing smile: "Clearly a Heavenly Pride, yet so modest and easygoing; that’s quite commendable!"