novelapdf Chapter 51 A Girl Has Grown Up
Chapter 51 A Girl Has Grown Up
Three days passed quietly as I devoted myself to cultivation and caring for the spirit fish.
With the continuous refinement of the mid-grade Marrow Cleansing Pill, the Xuan Yuan Technique power within Yang Changsheng's body had noticeably become more robust, seemingly bringing him closer to the threshold of the fifth level of Qi Refining.
With his immortal body, he can absorb all the medicinal power without any loss. Theoretically, as long as there are enough pills, his cultivation level will not be hindered before reaching the bottleneck.
puff!
A crisp sound rang out, and the last few wisps of grayish-black erysipelas particles on the wooden board in front of them completely dissipated under the clear glow of the golden ancient tree mark.
The fifteen wasted Cleansing Marrow Pills, eight wasted Rejuvenation Pills, and four Spirit Nourishing Pills have all been detoxified and can now be absorbed normally.
He carefully placed the second-grade Spirit Nourishing Pill, which contained the power to nourish the soul, into a separate jade bottle and put it into his storage bag.
He sorted the remaining inferior-grade Cleansing Pills and Rejuvenating Pills into several ordinary porcelain bottles, intending to take them to Tongchen Hall in the market to exchange them for some spirit stones.
After doing all this, I calmed down my depleted mental energy.
Then, he stood up, his bones emitting a slight popping sound, his body brimming with energy and blood, his well-proportioned and slender body possessing immense hidden strength.
Stepping out of the cabin, the midday sun was a bit too bright.
Yang Changsheng changed into an ordinary blue robe and checked the spare talismans in his storage bag.
The robes of intermediate-level fishermen bear the Lu family's insignia. Although the material is very comfortable, they are no longer suitable for wearing in this situation.
His previous precise assassination may have been largely related to this.
Finally, he took a deep look at the silent Xuan Tie woodcutter puppet in the corner. It would be the meat shield and protector for this trip, and could briefly resist the attacks of a Qi Refining Level 7 cultivator.
The covered boat pierced the clear water and headed towards the market.
The lake was no longer as calm as before. Occasionally, small teams of Lu family cultivators riding magical artifacts would fly low overhead, their sharp eyes scanning the water.
An invisible tension permeated the air, and even the lake breeze seemed to carry a chilling atmosphere.
Yang Changsheng stood at the bow of the boat, his posture as straight as a pine tree, his gaze calmly fixed on the distance ahead.
Before long, they arrived at the port market. Normally, it was bustling with people, but now the crowds were thinner, clearly affected by the attack.
However, this would only be a temporary phenomenon, because according to the information provided by Su Wanqing, the attack mainly targeted fishermen and farmers, and did not affect the market.
This is an unwritten rule among cultivation factions: whether it's war between them or personal grudges, they try their best not to involve resource-rich areas, otherwise they'll end up gaining nothing from all the fighting.
Of course, the black market is an exception, as it is not truly recognized.
An unusual sense of heaviness permeated the streets of Bishuihu Port Market.
Although the shops along the street are still open to customers, pedestrians walk hurriedly and talk in hushed tones, a far cry from the hustle and bustle of the past.
Yang Changsheng concealed his aura and walked down the main street with the ordinary demeanor of a Qi Refining Level 4 cultivator, constantly catching the fragmented discussions of passersby.
"Have you heard? Another Wang family spy has been discovered at Blackwater Ferry, and the Lu family's Enforcement Hall has taken immediate action..."
"That's right. The number of patrols has tripled in the last two days, and they're checking people much more strictly when they enter the city. It's a lot more troublesome."
"Sigh, these days... the price of spirit rice and talisman paper has increased by half a percent. How will we survive if a real war breaks out..."
"That genius from the Lu family seems to be close to Foundation Establishment, right? The Wang family is getting anxious!"
These discussions contained a great deal of information that corroborated some of the information Su Wanqing had conveyed through the Azure Eagle, and it also made Yang Changsheng's heart sink even further.
The waters between the Lu and Wang families are getting muddier and muddier.
His gaze swept over the somewhat desolate shops on both sides of the street, and he walked steadily toward the familiar building in the market.
Just as I arrived at Zuixianlou, a gentle voice, tinged with a barely perceptible hint of joy, reached my ears from beneath the bluestone steps in front of the carved wooden door:
"Brother Changsheng!"
Yang Changsheng's gaze followed the sound, and he paused involuntarily.
On the steps, Liu Xiaoying stood gracefully.
Two years have passed, as if carefully sculpted by the hand of nature, and the once naive girl has fully blossomed.
A light blue silk dress accentuated her graceful figure, highlighting her curves and full breasts that created a perfect silhouette.
A silver ribbon wraps around the bottom, outlining a breathtakingly graceful figure, making the slender waist appear even more delicate and fragile.
Her nose was delicate and upturned, her red lips were bright and luscious, and her skin was as white as snow, as smooth as the finest mutton fat jade.
What's most captivating are her eyes, which seem to hold a spark of light in their gentle glances, clear and pure, with an ethereal and holy quality, like a fairy from the moon palace descended to earth.
However, when she slightly raised the corners of her lips, the kindness and warmth emanating from the depths of her eyes instantly broke through the coldness, making her seem as lovable as a girl next door.
"This...is this Xiaoying?"
Yang Changsheng was somewhat stunned by the sight. It is said that girls change a lot as they grow up, but this change was too astonishing.
The little girl I remember who blushed at a joke during her rookie days in the outer waters has grown into such a stunningly beautiful woman.
Her current beauty is in no way inferior to the elegant Su Wanqing, and may even be more captivating.
An indescribable tremor swept through his heart, but it was quickly calmed down by his firm Dao heart.
"Xiaoying, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting... It's been two years since I last saw you. You're even more charming than before, and your skill in talismanic arts must have improved by leaps and bounds."
He quickly recovered, a gentle smile appearing on his face. He took a few steps forward, his gaze honestly appreciating the beautiful scenery before him.
Liu Xiaoying's long eyelashes trembled, and a faint blush appeared on her cheeks, like white jade dyed with rosy clouds, making her even more beautiful.
She smiled, her bright eyes crinkling, and said, "Brother Changsheng, you're teasing me. But thanks to you, the beauty pill is indeed very effective."
"Really? I'm glad you like it." Yang Changsheng didn't say anything more.
Beauty pills only delay aging and make the skin whiter and smoother; they have no effect on transforming one's appearance.
"Sister Su and Brother Li are already in the private room."
Liu Xiaoying walked over gracefully and naturally stood shoulder to shoulder with Yang Changsheng as they stepped onto the stairs.
Since the last gathering, we've exchanged several letters, and we've even met privately to buy talismans. Our relationship has become closer than before.
The two climbed the steps, keeping a distance that was neither too close nor too far, their clothes occasionally brushing against each other, and the girl's delicate fragrance wafted towards them.
Yang Changsheng had a tall and straight posture. Although he was wearing the blue long clothes that ordinary fishermen and farmers had changed out of, he had a calm and reserved demeanor after many battles and physical training.
Liu Xiaoying has a graceful figure, a blend of ethereal beauty and gentle charm, and skin as white as snow, making her an incomparably beautiful woman.
The couple walked side by side, attracting the attention of many diners in the restaurant, who whispered among themselves, truly resembling a pair of soulmates.
Yang Changsheng noticed the gazes and felt a slight unease, but seeing Liu Xiaoying's composed expression, he didn't take it to heart. He simply spoke in a low voice, "I heard on the way here that the atmosphere in the market is indeed a bit tense. Xiaoying, how have you been lately? Is everything... going well in the clan?"
He recalled the girl occasionally mentioning trivial matters within her family, which seemed to trouble her.