Fellow Daoist Entrusts His Child: Immortality Begins with Nurturing a Demoness

Chapter 72 Please help me, sir~
The three branch leaders lost face and no longer had the confidence to provoke.

The latter half of the banquet was a joyous occasion for both host and guests. The Jubao Pavilion's cooking techniques were unique, and the beast meat was a mid-grade first-tier Luoyuan fish, a specialty of the Luo River, which was incredibly delicious. Luo Fanchen enjoyed the meal immensely and even shared half of it with Yun Mo.

"This is delicious, try it."

"Thank you, sir."

Yunmo was flattered and overwhelmed. Of course, she wouldn't refuse Luo Fanchen's kindness. She happily took the jade plate and stood beside him to enjoy it together.

The two of them, one sitting and one standing, could hide in a corner without attracting attention from others.

It wasn't until the cultivators beside him gasped in surprise that Luo Fanchen noticed Li Miaoyun had slowly walked over and was toasting the people sitting near the edge.

Logically speaking, most of the cultivators at the last seat are independent cultivators and are not qualified to receive a toast from Li Miaoyun, who has a Foundation Establishment cultivation level.

They came specifically for him, or rather, they came along the way to offer him a toast so as not to attract the attention of others.

The monks along the way were all flattered and overwhelmed. They raised their cups with trembling hands and drank them down in one gulp, panting heavily.

Li Miaoyun maintained a polite smile on her pretty face, returning the greetings one by one, but her gaze had already drifted to Luo Fanchen. She couldn't wait to go and drink with the master. No wonder the master hesitated when she wanted to take Mo Xue as her disciple.

It turns out that Mo Xue herself was a beautiful, unpolished gem. Her move was not an investment, but rather a great gain.

It seems that Lord Luo truly intended to train Mo Xue as his personal disciple, but she managed to steal his thunder.

"Sir, I would like to offer you a toast."

After a while, Li Miaoyun took light steps and finally approached Luo Fanchen's table.

She took the initiative to pick up the glass jade cup and fill Luo Fanchen's cup with wine. Her flawless white face was covered with a thin layer of peach blossoms because of the spiritual wine. Her full, peach-shaped lips were stained with wine, and the crystal wine adorned her lips. Under the flickering candlelight, she looked delicate and beautiful.

A faint sweet scent of apricot and pear lingered around Luo Fanchen's nose; he couldn't tell if it was from the wine or Li Miaoyun's breath.

He smiled and drank the wine in his cup. Li Miaoyun returned the smile with a gentle smile. Under the cover of the noisy toasting sounds around them, she playfully raised her eyebrows at Luo Fanchen and said softly, "My lord, please don't leave first."

"Mo Xue misses you dearly, my lord. Yun Mo will bring you to my residence later. Tonight, I wish to have a long talk with you by candlelight."

Li Miaoyun's slender fingers lingered on Luo Fanchen's fingertips as she poured him another cup of wine before gracefully departing, her fox-like eyes misty with a hint of reluctance.

"The Pavilion Master thinks highly of you, sir."

Yunmo awkwardly wiped the bits of flesh from the corner of her lips, just now fearing that Li Miaoyun would punish her for being lazy.

But it seems that the Pavilion Master only has eyes for Lord Luo.

"Hehe, thanks to her for taking care of me."

Luo Fanchen shook his head and chuckled softly, his fingertips still seeming to retain a trace of warmth.

These past few days, Qiu Yun has really annoyed me. I keep thinking about these random things. He's just a Qi Refining cultivator, while Li Miaoyun is already a Foundation Establishment cultivator. To put it bluntly, when things get really intense, she could easily drain him dry. They're not even on the same level anymore.

After the banquet ended, the sect and clan cultivators bowed to Li Miaoyun and, with her escort, went to the private room first.

The independent cultivators did not receive this treatment, so the stewards led them away.

As for the three pavilion masters, they remained frozen in their seats without reacting. Luo Fanchen initially thought the three were going to cause trouble again, but when Li Miaoyun returned, he covered his mouth and chuckled: "Fools, do you think you can offend the pride of the Daoist sect?"

Looking at the three pavilion masters, their skin was covered with a layer of frost, their joints were stiff with spiritual energy, and they were so cold that their whole bodies were convulsing.

When Yuan Qing mentioned Liu Xia's name, even his beard froze into an ice sculpture, and he trembled, unable to utter a single word.

"Take your master away, he's in my way."

Li Miaoyun snorted, and the three little ones, led by Qingru, shrank their necks and carefully helped their respective masters away. During the process, their hands and forearms, which had been in contact with the frost, were also covered with frost, making them shiver.

Luo Fanchen watched from afar, secretly marveling at the extraordinary methods of the Daoist prodigy. Without any direct contact, he could subdue three people of the same level with ease.

After finishing her chores and casting a purification spell on herself, Li Miaoyun gracefully walked towards Luo Fanchen.

"Who are they?"

"With Sister Ruoxue's Ice and Snow Qi, these three have provoked the Daoist sect, so they will naturally suffer. They probably won't be able to get out of bed for two or three months."

Li Miaoyun spoke in a lighthearted tone, with a hint of schadenfreude, and sat down next to Luo Fanchen, explaining slowly in her voice.

"If Sister Ruoxue cultivates a mid-grade Daoist scripture, the Xuanbing Ningxin Record, this is the inherited method of the Xuanzhang Supreme Forget-Emotion Luoshen Technique. The true essence it refines is all-pervasive, corroding bones and souls, and can freeze a hundred miles away with a single thought."

"Those three idiots couldn't even withstand Sister Ruoxue's spiritual pressure. Naturally, their Qi Seas were frozen by the Ice Storm Snow Gang, and they're going to suffer a lot."

Li Miaoyun covered her mouth and chuckled softly, while Luo Fanchen's eyes flickered, gaining a more comprehensive understanding of the true combat strength of the Daoist disciples.

After Foundation Establishment, True Essence condenses into something substantial, becoming Gang Qi, which is fundamentally different from Qi Refining True Essence. Therefore, even the weakest Foundation Establishment cultivator can deliver a devastating blow to Qi Refining cultivators.

Ming Ruoxue's methods, when compared to Qi Refining, are equivalent to him instantly killing three Qi Refining Level 6 cultivators by unleashing three bursts of true essence.

He activated the Awakening of Insects divine power and entered a state of overflowing true essence; only then could his combat strength barely reach the tail end.

"Heh, these three idiots probably won't be able to leave Feiyunfang anytime soon. I have plenty of ways to deal with them."

Li Miaoyun snorted, clearly seething with anger after the three of them had ruined things, and then she was startled to find Luo Fanchen right beside her.

Her tightly furrowed brows immediately relaxed, and she softened her tone, saying gently, "If you have nothing to do tonight, sir, you may come to my residence for a chat. I also have many things I would like to discuss with you."

After saying this, fearing that Luo Fanchen would refuse, Li Miaoyun quickly added, "It is related to Mo Xue's cultivation plan and the Yi Mu Sect's secret realm."

"Alright, Mo Xue will have to trouble the Pavilion Master from now on."

Luo Fanchen nodded slightly. He had already planned to find Li Miaoyun to retrieve the corpse of the calamity cultivator and acquire some materials to begin sublimating the Soul Banner.

Of course, it would be best to also purchase the crafting techniques for one or two high-grade talismans.

Li Miaoyun smiled, instructing Yunmo to guide Luo Fanchen while having Yun Biaotou, who was waiting outside the door, accompany him at all times as a guard. She herself continued to prepare the spiritual banquet and exchanged benefits with the sect disciples waiting in the private room.

The Qinghe Sect and the Immortal Water Residence also need the support of the Treasure Pavilion in their competition for a spot in the Ascension Conference.

"Lord Luo."

When Luo Fanchen walked out of the private room, Chief镖头 Yun was already waiting outside. He bowed respectfully, looking rather uneasy.

He had previously been responsible for monitoring Luo Fanchen's movements, which offended this official, and now he was caught in the crossfire with no way to express his grievances.

The Pavilion Master humbled himself and personally received him, treating him as an honored guest. How could he possibly provoke him?
"Hmm, I heard that Ah Niu is following you in your cultivation?"

Luo Fanchen nodded slightly. He wasn't petty enough to target Yun Biaotou. The other party was just doing his duty, and besides, this surveillance was, to some extent, a form of protection for him.

“Ah Niu.”

After racking his brains for a long time, Chief Escort Yun finally remembered the lowest-ranking trainee escort under his command.

This person was stupid, dull, and lacked talent. His teaching often annoyed him, yet he managed to squeeze out several promising juniors and become a formal trainee bodyguard of Jubaoge first. It turned out that he had a connection with Lord Luo.

"I recognize him. He's very hardworking!"

After struggling for a long time, Yun Biaotou finally managed to find some merits in A Niu.

"He is of poor talent and has an introverted and dull personality. I would be grateful if the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) could take good care of him and ensure he has a job in the镖队 (bodyguard/escort team) in the future."

"Of course, of course. Your words are law, and I will teach you well."

After saying this, Chief Biao Yun finally breathed a sigh of relief. His offense against the lord was considered forgiven today.

The three did not walk for long. Li Miaoyun's residence was not far from Jubaoge. As Luo Fanchen entered the courtyard, he noticed that the concentration of spiritual energy around him had increased by a level, which was obviously a second-level or higher spirit gathering array.

Foundation Establishment cultivators, that's really extravagant. He even wants to move here permanently.

Yun Biaotou stayed outside to guard the courtyard, while Luo Fanchen, guided by Yun Mo, entered the third floor of the pavilion and went directly to Li Miaoyun's bedroom where she rested and cultivated. Inside, Li Yunxiang was breathing with her eyes closed. When she saw someone coming, she stared at him blankly.

Luo Fanchen found it amusing, so he simply propped his chin up and stared at her.

The girl with the pointed head was indeed a bit dim-witted.

After waiting for a while, Li Miaoyun finally arrived, her pretty face slightly flushed, clearly still under the influence of alcohol.

She stepped forward slowly, poured Luo Fanchen a cup of fragrant tea, and then poured herself a cup, tilting her head back to drink it all.

"Mo Xue is still having a meal at Jubao Pavilion and will be back in a while."

After Li Miaoyun finished speaking, she nodded towards the dull-witted Li Yunxiang. A few breaths later, the little girl belatedly stood up, left the room, closed the wooden door, and leaned against it, staring blankly.

"My foolish disciple has made a fool of himself in front of you, sir." "Is Yunxiang's soul flawed?"

Luo Fanchen also noticed something amiss; this little girl wasn't simply dull-witted, but rather seemed to have some hidden ailment.

"Premature birth damages the yin essence of the sphincter. If one can strengthen the foundation, it can be cured naturally; otherwise, it is difficult to cure with medicine."

Li Miaoyun briefly mentioned that she picked up a futon, naturally sat down next to Luo Fanchen, and said in a soft voice.

“Yunxiang is a junior of my clan. I know she has a mental deficiency and cannot join the Daoist sect. So I only ask for a spot in the Earthly Fighting competition. I hope she can be noticed by a stronger vassal sect and have a good place to go.”

Li Miaoyun chuckled self-deprecatingly, no longer hiding her situation: "After those three old scoundrels caused such a ruckus today, you should know that my situation is not very good."

"The Pavilion Master is blessed with good fortune."

Luo Fanchen didn't expect Li Miaoyun to change the subject so suddenly and start to pour out her heart. Her soft lips were pressed into a thin, bitter line.

"I can't hold on for much longer. At most, after the Ascension Ceremony ends, Sister Ruoxue will comprehend the Dharma and achieve immortality."

Luo Fanchen was speechless; he had a good impression of Li Miaoyun.

Unfortunately, the one who could force Li Miaoyun, who came from a prominent sect, to a desolate place, and who was not afraid of Ming Ruoxue and could suppress her across domains, must be a genius of the Daoist sect.

Perhaps he has grasped the true essence of Xuanzhang's teachings, but he is powerless to do so.

"I would like to ask you for your help, sir."

Li Miaoyun's fox-like eyes were filled with mist, making her look charming and touching. She turned to the side and gently covered Luo Fanchen's hand with her soft hand. The moist breath from her cherry lips was close at hand, hot and sweet.

"I am only at the sixth level of Qi Refining, what can I do for the Pavilion Master?"

Luo Fanchen's eyes flickered, showing a hint of helplessness.

Even Li Miaoyun couldn't afford to offend such a person; a mere breath from them would probably be enough to take his life.

"Of course you can, sir."

Li Miaoyun's delicate hand enveloped Luo Fanchen's hand, her soft, smooth palm skin as smooth as cream.

"Sister Ruoxue will open the Yimu Secret Realm in a month. At that time, I would like to ask you to enter the secret realm in the name of my Feiyunfang branch. If you can get into the top five, with my branch's support and contribution to the Ascension Tournament, you will definitely be able to exchange for a spot in the Earth Fighting competition within the year."

"Of the five branch pavilions nearby, if my Feiyun Pavilion gets the quota first, it will definitely be rated as Grade B this year."

Li Miaoyun's voice was soft and sweet as she looked at Luo Fanchen with pleading eyes.

"In this way, I can also hold on until the Ascension Ceremony ends, at which time..."

"When Mo Xue successfully joins the Luo Shen Pavilion, her status will be enough to protect you and allow you to stay in Fei Yun Fang for a long time?"

Luo Fanchen's mind was quick; he soon understood what Li Miaoyun was thinking.

He suppressed his erotic thoughts, breathed a slight sigh of relief, and subtly withdrew his hand to pick up the teacup and sip.

As long as he doesn't directly provoke that unknown Daoist disciple, he can accept the risk. After all, Mo Xue still needs Li Miaoyun's strong support to have any chance of advancing to the Heavenly Battle realm.

"Sir, your insight is profound; I admire you greatly."

Li Miaoyun leaned forward, her soft, alluring figure fully revealed beneath her petal-woven gauze dress.

Her fox-like eyes showed a hint of surprise, and she admired the adult's composure even more. When she was a servant, she had been forced to learn the art of seduction for a long time. This art had become ingrained in her instincts, and even if she tried to restrain herself, it would still be revealed unintentionally when her emotions fluctuated.

An adult who has mastered Qi cultivation can ignore enchantments; their composure and temperament are far beyond those of ordinary cultivators. They truly deserve to be called someone who can comprehend profound mysteries.

She was lucky. If her elder sister hadn't risen to power, she probably would have become a sex slave and wouldn't have been able to remain chaste to this day.

Now, in this time of hardship, I have met the adults and Mo Xue again, which is truly a blessing.

"Sure, I was going to the Yimu Secret Realm anyway, but I can't guarantee whether I can make it into the top five."

"I trust you, sir. Please help me."

Li Miaoyun's fox-like eyes were filled with mist, sparkling and captivating. With her eyebrows slightly furrowed, her pretty face pleaded, making me feel pity for her.

Most of the late-stage Qi Refining geniuses she befriended were disciples of affiliated sects and could not represent the Treasure Pavilion in entering the secret realm. Furthermore, independent cultivators could not defeat disciples of major clans and sects due to their cultivation methods or means.

She originally planned to send Yun, the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort), but at most she could get into the top twenty. Now, with Lord Luo's help, she's almost certain to succeed.

"Very well, I have received many favors from the Pavilion Master, and I will do my best to help you."

Luo Fanchen finished the spiritual tea in his cup, and only then did his wildly beating heart calm down a little.

Li Miaoyun is even more alluring than Qiu Yun. He is struggling to suppress his desires. He can't get close to this woman; any deeper contact would carry a huge risk of exposure.

Besides, at most the other party might let him touch their hand and take advantage of him, but don't expect any deeper communication.

After all, he was only at the Qi Refining stage, and his cultivation level was what it was.

Unfortunately, I couldn't succeed today.

Li Miaoyun smiled radiantly, but secretly regretted that she had wanted to deepen their relationship and enter into a more ambiguous one with the man.

Unfortunately, the adult's self-control far exceeded her expectations. If she continued to take the initiative, she would easily be seen as frivolous and would instead incur her dislike.

Oh well, there will be other opportunities in the future.

"Master, besides Mo Xue, I have come here today to purchase a few items from you."

"Of course, what do you need, sir? Our establishment will provide it with priority."

Luo Fanchen didn't stand on ceremony. He first asked to purchase first-grade high-quality talismans and listed several forging materials needed to sublimate the Soul Banner. He also openly listed the magical treasures included in them to Li Miaoyun.

Since she already knew about Qiuyun's connection to the Soul Banner, there was no need to hide it.

"I possess two superior talisman crafting techniques. Both the crafting methods and the talisman itself can be directly supplied to you, sir. However, the magical treasures you require are not available in my Treasure Pavilion."

Li Miaoyun glanced at the materials and immediately determined their value and inventory.

While ordinary first-grade high-quality Xuanjing and fire sand are rare, the pavilion has some in stock, but it has none of the magical treasures.

"Is Your Excellency preparing to elevate the Soul Banner?"

"Yes, to be honest, most of my abilities are contained in this Soul Banner."

After Luo Fanchen finished speaking, his brows furrowed slightly as he pondered the matter.

The sublimation of a first-grade superior soul banner requires the essence blood of three thousand living beings, the five internal organs and essence blood of twenty cultivators, and the heart blood of one hundred pure-hearted people, supplemented by first-grade superior spirit sand and fire essence, and combined with several first-grade superior magic treasures.

He calculated that if the corpses of the cultivators trapped in the cellar of the Treasure Pavilion were properly preserved, he should be able to refine most of the required magical treasures with some effort.

The rest are in serious trouble.

"I will deliver the body underground to you as soon as possible. As for the remaining magical treasures, if you need them, you can go to the old site of the Yimu Sect in three days. There will be a black market there soon."

"There are all sorts of people inside, including many cultivators of the Tribulation and Demonic Realm who secretly sell their goods. You should be able to find the magical treasures you need."

Li Miaoyun spoke eloquently, then picked up the jade cup with her delicate hand and poured Luo Fanchen another cup of spiritual tea.

“Yun the镖头 is an expert in this area. If you are interested, I can have him accompany you.”

"Thank you for your trouble, Pavilion Master."

Luo Fanchen finished his tea and accepted the two first-grade high-quality talismans on credit without any hesitation, embracing the other party's kindness.

Life is tough for independent cultivators, and robbing and stealing treasures are common occurrences. Where there is demand, there will naturally be a black market.

Sects and powerful clans turn a blind eye to this, since they also have to produce some shady things, such as embezzled sect treasures.

"Sir, would you like to see Mo Xue?"

"It's getting late, so I'll let her go. Let's have her come back tomorrow."

"Alright, sir, I will have Mo Xue bring you the items you require tomorrow."

Having achieved his goal, Luo Fanchen got up to take his leave. Li Miaoyun personally escorted him to the door and watched him leave, her fair hand tightly gripping her sleeve.

What a great opportunity. What a pity.

(End of this chapter)