Becoming a fox fairy from Liaozhai

Chapter 860 Returning to the Great Road

Chapter 860 Returning to the Great Road

The little boy, weak as a chicken, was no match for the Great Immortal Jinting. The Great Immortal Jinting's methods of subduing dragons and tigers were no different from crushing a chick when used against this child.

The boy in yellow attacked with his left hand, but the immortal grabbed him. He attacked with his right hand, but that was also grabbed. The immortal then twisted his hands behind his back, rendering him unable to move.

The little boy was both anxious and angry, and couldn't help but burst into tears.

Unable to bear the noise, the Golden Court Immortal released him and gently slapped the back of his head, causing him to stumble forward a few steps.

The slap brought his tears back, the perfect force leaving him slightly dazed, and his gaze towards the immortal cleared somewhat.

Jin Ting Da Xian Dao sneered: "You can still get anxious and cry, which shows you still have some sense of shame, which is better than your masters."

The boy in yellow was still indignant, but he didn't know what the other was up to, so he didn't dare to argue and just stood there with a pout.

The Great Immortal Jin Ting said, "Aren't you going to lead the way? What are you doing standing here in the wind?"

The boy in yellow dared not speak out in anger, wiped away his tears and silently led the way, finally stopping in front of a mansion in Xiaqiu.

The boy in yellow knocked on the door and waved the token in his hand at the visitor. The visitor respectfully invited them in. The host was a little fox who had settled in the human world and played the role of a shaman. She had a strong human scent and a weak demonic aura, making it difficult to tell whether she was human or demon.

The boy in yellow explained, "Xiaqiu is Chun's territory, and Chun is also in charge this time. We will rest here for a day. I have already sent out invitations, and someone from Chun will come to meet us soon."

There's nothing wrong with the Great Immortal Jinting.

The host family settled them in an elegant room so that the Golden Court Immortal could meditate in peace.

Late into the night, two more guests arrived at the door, one dressed in purple and the other in yellow; they were the Chun family's two sisters, Xueqing and Xiahong.

The boy in yellow came to greet them. Upon seeing him, the two sisters' eyes showed surprise mixed with a hint of disdain.

Chun Xueqing asked, "Chu Yun Tongzi, why are you here? Can you represent the Hu family in discussions?"

Chu Yun Tongzi's nostrils twitched slightly, feeling somewhat embarrassed. He hadn't thought much of it before, but after Jin Ting Da Xian mocked him so blatantly today, he felt inexplicably uncomfortable.

Chu Yun Tongzi adopted a humble posture and said, "My master said that the Chun family will take the lead this time. I am only inviting an expert to come and discuss the matter. As for the specifics, we will leave it to the two young ladies."

Chun Xueqing smiled faintly and asked, "An expert? Which expert?"

Chu Yun Tongzi said, "He is the younger brother of the Jade-Faced Fox King, the Great Immortal Jin Ting."

Chun Xueqing was slightly surprised, not because of the name of the Golden Court Immortal, but because of the four words "Jade-Faced Fox King".

Chunxia Hong couldn't help but ask, "He's actually the Jade-Faced Fox King's younger brother. Is the Jade-Faced Fox King still alive?"

Chu Yun Tongzi didn't know, and simply shook his head, saying, "I don't know."

Chun Xueqing abandoned her contempt and waited in her residence for the Great Immortal Jinting to emerge from seclusion.

When the Great Immortal Jinting emerged from seclusion, it was already dawn. Upon seeing him again, Chuyun Tongzi was somewhat dazed. Just yesterday, he was a prisoner, and although he possessed some charm, he was ultimately more ferocious than anything else, and the ghostly aura he carried was unsettling.

But today, having changed his attire and washed away the malevolent aura of the Nine Netherworlds, the Great Immortal Jin Ting truly lived up to his name of "Jade Face." Though as cold as the moon in the sky, he was captivating.

What surprised the Chun sisters even more was not his appearance, but the unfathomable depth of his cultivation; his appearance was merely an outward manifestation of his cultivation.

The host family hurriedly prepared a feast to welcome the Golden Court Immortal, treating them to fine wine and delicacies. The gold and silver wine vessels at the table were all exquisite. The Golden Court Immortal sat in the seat of honor, with the Chun sisters and Chuyun Boy seated on either side of him.

Overwhelmed by the imposing presence of the Golden Court Immortal, Chun Xueqing composed herself before asking the question that had been nagging at her: "Immortal, your magical power is profound. This humble fox may be so bold as to ask what level of cultivation you possess?"

Jin Ting Da Xian said, "Having only reached the fourth rank, there's nothing to boast about."

Chun Xueqing smiled with satisfaction: "With the great immortal taking action, dealing with Gong Mingfu should be a piece of cake."

The Golden Immortal looked over with his golden eyes and asked, "Are you making fun of me?"

Chun Xueqing felt as if she were being stared at by a primordial beast. This demon king was extremely ferocious, completely different from the elders of her clan she had met before. A chill ran down her spine, and she forced a fawning smile: "Great Immortal, what makes you say such a thing?"

Jin Ting Da Xian stared at her for a while before slowly withdrawing his gaze and saying, "You don't know? You don't even know what level of cultivation Gong Mingfu has, yet you come to deal with him?"

Jin Ting Da Xian lost all interest in her and looked at Chun Xia Hong, asking, "Who's in charge this time?"

Chunxia Hong immediately understood: "It's our cousin—Lady Hui, the beloved concubine of Prince Lu—who is in charge."

Jin Ting Da Xian scoffed: "Your Chun Clan just loves the trick of marrying off your daughters. You use it to win people's hearts, form cliques, and scheme. Your legitimate daughters marry those with cultivation roots, while your illegitimate daughters marry high-ranking officials in the mortal world. You've been going around in circles with the Purple Immortal Method for years, and it's never failed you."

Chun Xueqing was furious and was about to stand up and refute Jin Ting Daxian, but Chun Xiahong held her hand and prevented her from moving.

Her little trick naturally didn't escape the notice of the Golden Immortal, who chuckled and said, "Not convinced? Don't worry, it'll be your turn sooner or later."

Chun Xueqing was so angry that her face turned red, and she gritted her teeth without saying a word. Sitting opposite her, Chu Yun Tongzi was secretly pleased, but dared not make any eye contact with Jin Ting Da Xian.

Jin Ting Da Xian didn't want to argue with a few children. He finished his wine, put the cup on the table, and said, "Come, take me to see Madam Hui."

No matter how unwilling she was, she couldn't go against the overall situation, nor did she dare to utter any nonsense in front of the Great Immortal Jinting. Fearing that Chun Xueqing wouldn't be able to control her temper, Chun Xia Hong took the initiative to handle the situation with the Great Immortal Jinting and invited him to stay at Xiangyun Temple outside the Prince Lu's Mansion.

Jin Ting Da Xian was an outsider and could not freely enter or leave the palace; he could only wait for Lady Hui to come and see him.

It was already noon when I met this Madam Hui.

This beautiful woman had a gentle and affectionate look in her eyes. She immediately apologized to the Golden Court Immortal, and her humility and politeness were like a breath of fresh air.

But Jin Ting Da Xian knew that this was just an appearance. Just as Jin Ting Da Xian's cold and moon-like temperament was an outward manifestation of cultivation, so too was Lady Hui's gentle and warm demeanor. Although she was cultivating the Purple Immortal Method, Lady Hui had gone much, much deeper down this path than Chun Xue Qing.

Jin Ting Da Xian couldn't help but praise, "Chun Shi is blind to talent, actually marrying off a daughter like you to the mortal world."

Madam Hui was momentarily lost in thought, but quickly regained her composure and did not shy away from discussing these matters: "Thank you for your praise, Master, but it is fate that I was born to a collateral branch."

Jin Ting Da Xian chuckled: "But you're not one to accept your fate, otherwise you wouldn't have cultivated the Purple Immortal Technique to such a level."

Lady Hui felt a sense of kinship and said, "The Purple Immortal Method is also the Great Dao. I am currently on the wrong path, but as long as I cultivate diligently, I may still have a chance to turn back."

If her initial sincerity was feigned, now it's tinged with genuine emotion. Her words now flow more vividly and captivatingly than any pretense of a gentle, warm smile.

"Good!" Jin Ting Da Xian cheered for her.

Jin Ting Da Xian was arrogant, violent, and ruthless, but he also greatly admired people like Lady Hui.

He was more inclined to watch the show: "It would involve taking detours and going through many twists and turns; I'm afraid it won't be that easy."

Madam Hui said, "Opportunities are always in the hands of people; I'm just afraid I won't have the chance."

Jin Ting Da Xian smiled with satisfaction.

(End of this chapter)