Boarding the carriage, Qian Zhenhao brought Xiao Mo toward the City Lord's mansion.

Walking through the gates of the City Lord's mansion, Xiao Mo saw an extremely luxurious courtyard.

A pathway paved with bluestone slabs passed through three moon gates, with gilt bronze crane lamp stands on both sides.

Steps made of whole pieces of jade, the edges polished smooth, with fuzzy green moss growing in the crevices.

Several century-old osmanthus trees were planted in the courtyard, with golden wire bird cages suspended between the branches, containing a thrush. From the thrush's eyes, it seemed this bird had just awakened its spiritual wisdom.

Pure gold bells hung under the black tiled flying eaves, tinkling when the wind passed.

The corridor railings were made of century-old sandalwood, worn to a warm luster by the years. Each piece of wood was worth a considerable sum.

In the pool at the center of the courtyard swam some red carp. These carp were not ordinary, but spirit beasts possessing some spiritual power.

Water lily leaves floated round on the surface, and the water lilies were also eighth-grade spiritual medicine.

The carved door panels of the main hall were covered with plain gauze. Through them, one could see the hanging bamboo thread lanterns inside, all possessing spirit-gathering effects.

Mountain and water silk paintings hung on the walls, clearly works by famous artists.

Looking at all this in the City Lord's mansion, Xiao Mo asked Qian Zhenhao, "Fourth Brother, did all of this originally belong to Maple Leaf City's city lord?"

"Of course not." Qian Zhenhao smiled. "Only a portion belonged to the previous city lord. Most of it was collected by your fourth brother over these years. How is it? Not bad, right?"

"Indeed not bad..."

Xiao Mo responded casually, sighing lightly in his heart.

According to Xiao Mo's understanding, Forgetting River Sect wasn't any major sect.

Although Fourth Brother was an inner disciple of Forgetting River Sect, the resources needed for daily cultivation were already great. He fundamentally couldn't save much.

So for Fourth Brother to collect so many spiritual medicines, spiritual herbs, and spirit beasts within these years, relying solely on sect rewards and treasure hunting expeditions probably wasn't enough.

Most things in this City Lord's mansion were likely stained with cultivators' blood.

Just as Qian Zhenhao was proudly leading Xiao Mo around, a woman walked toward them.

The woman wore a purple gauze dress. The dress was slit like a cheongsam, just reaching the root of her thighs. At the slit was a butterfly jade pendant, contrasting with the woman's fair skin.

On her feet were a pair of ankle-strap sandals, the high heels making the woman's legs look longer. Silk ribbons wound around her calves, creating shallow pale flesh marks.

Her waist was bound by a sash, further accentuating her ample curves.

The woman's features were delicate. After applying rouge, she exuded an even more charming and seductive air because the dress was so thin, Xiao Mo could even see the woman's skin and undergarment beneath the gauze.

This reminded Xiao Mo of Ten Thousand Flowers Peak at Ten Thousand Dao Sect.

Quite a few cultivators there looked like this too.

However, the moment Qian Zhenhao saw this woman, his expression immediately became extremely respectful, his eyes even carrying some fear.

"Greetings to Senior Sister Liu!"

Qian Zhenhao hurriedly stepped forward, bowing most respectfully.

He looked like he was about to kneel on the ground.

"Mm." The woman nodded, smiling, "Junior Brother needn't be so formal."

As her words fell, the woman noticed Xiao Mo beside Qian Zhenhao. Her eyes showed slight surprise. Then her gaze became increasingly fervent, as if she had seen some delicious food. She couldn't help swallowing, seemingly wishing she could immediately devour Xiao Mo.

"This young master is..." The woman asked Qian Zhenhao, her jade finger sliding from her collarbone.

"Reporting to Senior Sister, this is my sworn brother separated for many years, named Xiao Mo." Qian Zhenhao straightened up and said, "My brother is a rogue cultivator. Junior Brother was just about to recommend Fifth Brother to enter Forgetting River Sect."

"Xiao Mo, this is our Forgetting River Sect's eldest senior sister, Senior Sister Liu Yueya. She is the Sect Master's most proud eldest disciple! Moreover, she's a great cultivator at Golden Core realm perfection!" Qian Zhenhao introduced.

"Greetings, Miss Liu." Xiao Mo straightened his back, holding his blade as he bowed slightly, giving a light greeting.

"Miss Liu? Hehehehe..." Hearing how the other addressed her, Liu Yueya couldn't help but laugh lightly.

Liu Yueya walked forward, her small hand reaching toward Xiao Mo's solid chest as she said, "Junior Brother should call me Senior Sister."

But just as Liu Yueya was about to touch Xiao Mo, Xiao Mo took a step back, avoiding her.

Both Liu Yueya and Qian Zhenhao froze for a moment.

"Senior Sister, please don't blame him." Qian Zhenhao didn't know if he was speaking for Xiao Mo or worried Senior Sister would blame him. He hurriedly explained, "My fifth brother has been somewhat rigid since childhood, not close to people."

"It's fine, it's fine." Liu Yueya smiled, "Sister just likes junior brothers like this."

Liu Yueya looked at Qian Zhenhao again, "Junior Brother Qian, Senior Sister has something to discuss with you."

"Yes, Senior Sister."

Qian Zhenhao hurriedly nodded, then called a maid to take Xiao Mo to his residence.

"Master Uncle sent me to ask you, how are things progressing?"

After Xiao Mo left, Liu Yueya inquired.

"Reporting to Senior Sister, the formation array has been properly arranged and is currently gathering spiritual power. If nothing unexpected happens, in at most four more days, we can perform the blood sacrifice on this city." Qian Zhenhao answered truthfully.

"Mm." Liu Yueya nodded, glancing at Qian Zhenhao. "This time, blood sacrificing all of Maple Leaf City to help you break through to Cave Mansion realm perfection, don't fail. Otherwise, Master Uncle will be disappointed in you."

"Junior Brother understands." Cold sweat appeared on Qian Zhenhao's forehead.

"By the way, what about that Yin-Yang Eyes I wanted?" Liu Yueya didn't actually care about this junior brother. What she cared more about was herself.

"Reporting to Senior Sister, that woman Wang Qian still won't agree to let her daughter enter Forgetting River Sect. However, it's not a big problem. Four days from now, when the formation activates, we'll have Wang Qian die, then deceive Ning Wei, saying an evil cultivator sacrificed all of Maple Leaf City, including her mother.

At that time, she'll definitely work hard at cultivation to avenge her mother.

When she reaches Cave Mansion realm, that will be the day she becomes Senior Sister's medicinal catalyst!"

Qian Zhenhao appeared confident.

"Very good."

Liu Yueya walked to Qian Zhenhao's side, placing her palm on his shoulder.

"You know what? What Senior Sister values most about you is that you're smart enough that I don't have to worry much. So don't disappoint Senior Sister."

"Yes!" Qian Zhenhao nodded forcefully.

"Oh right." Liu Yueya took out a bottle of pills from her storage pouch and handed it to Qian Zhenhao.

"Senior Sister, what is this?" Qian Zhenhao asked puzzled.

"Your fifth brother, his blood qi is extremely vigorous, and he's also very handsome. Senior Sister likes him very much."

Liu Yueya licked her lips.

"This pill can stimulate a man's blood qi. Have him take one daily, for exactly four days.

After four days, he'll be an excellent cauldron. Sister will dual cultivate with him and enjoy him thoroughly."