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Yun Xian had not returned from the mountain, and the affairs of the main peak were handed over to Ying Che. Lu Zhaozhao got up early and went to the main hall to say goodbye to Ying Che.

It was still early, and since it was the main peak, most of the residents were inner disciples with outstanding qualifications, so there were only a few people on the road.

But when they saw Lu Zhaozhao for the first time, they first showed a surprised expression, and then called her "Senior Sister" as usual.

Lu Zhaozhao nodded in return, not wanting to think too much about it, but these people began to whisper after passing by her.

"I heard that Senior Sister is jealous of Junior Sister Nian and even bullied her a few days ago!"

"Really? Although Senior Sister is a bit cold, she doesn't look like someone who would do such a thing."

"Brother Ying had a fight with Junior Sister Nian yesterday. Many people saw it. How could it be fake?"

"You can only know a person's face but not his heart..."

"From the direction I'm going, she should be going to see the eldest brother, right? Is she going to apologize or continue the quarrel?"

"I bet on an apology."

"Then I'll bet on continuing the quarrel!"

……

The voices continued, and the content became more and more outrageous, even developing into a love triangle plot.

Lu Zhaozhao sneered, turned around and coughed. The two people who were still enthusiastically sharing not far ahead suddenly froze and stood still, not daring to move.

Lu Zhaozhao's voice was neither loud nor soft, but loud enough for everyone present to hear.

"I never take rumors to heart. I won't stop you from discussing it privately, but it's best not to let me hear it. Otherwise, I'll be looking forward to having an opponent in the martial arts arena."

After saying that, he turned and left, leaving a few people trembling in the spot.

"Senior Sister won't really catch us to fight, right?" someone asked cautiously.

"Shut up! It's your fault for talking too loudly and being heard. Hurry up and leave." Another person urged, and the few people who gathered together because of the rumors dispersed.

Intimidation and rumors usually spread quickly. On the way, the fellow disciples Lu Zhaozhao met seemed to have learned of her previous words, and their attitude towards her was more respectful than usual. Even those who were chatting would stop and wait until she left completely before continuing.

Lu Zhaozhao was very satisfied with this.

It is impossible for a person to be liked by everyone, but it is enough as long as he looks acceptable on the surface.

Interpersonal relationships are difficult to maintain, but simply acquaintances can actually reduce a lot of unnecessary trouble. This was the experience Lu Zhaozhao had gained from university and work before transmigrating into the book, and it applies equally here.

The main hall is at the top of the peak. According to the sect's rules, one cannot use cultivation on the main peak unless it is urgent. Therefore, if one wants to go to the main hall, one can only walk up step by step.

Lu Zhaozhao lived not far from the top of the mountain, and she arrived at her destination before noon.

In the main hall, candles were already lit, and occasionally a few disciples came in and out, carrying heavy bamboo slips in their arms.

To be fair, whether as a senior brother or a disciple, Ying Che is a very responsible person.

When he was a senior brother, he brought up Lu Zhaozhao and educated the disciples of the main peak; when he was a disciple, the master was either away for a long time to handle affairs or in seclusion in the sect to practice. As the eldest disciple, he managed the affairs of the main peak in an orderly manner for the master, while also taking care of his practice. His cultivation was also among the best among his peers.

"Senior Sister, are you here to look for Senior Brother? He's in the hall. Do you want me to let him know?"

The disciple's voice brought Lu Zhaozhao, who was lost in thought outside the temple gate, back to his senses.

According to her previous habit, she always walked straight in, but now, she hesitated for a moment and nodded to her disciple.

After a while, the disciple came out to answer and opened the door for her.

The ancient hall, without any additional gold decoration, looks solemn instead.

The bronze lampstands along the way were lit with candles, and the entire hall was filled with warm light.

The main hall was an important place for meeting guests and also where the master worked. Ying Che respected his master, so even though he managed all the affairs of the main peak, he only worked in the side hall.

When you push open the door of the side hall, what comes into view are several stacks of books and bamboo slips taller than a person, neatly arranged in categories, with a sign next to them indicating the type of business the stacks belong to.

"Senior brother."

Lu Zhaozhao shouted, and Ying Che's head appeared from behind a pile of books.

After seeing who was coming, he put down the pen in his hand, stood up and walked to Lu Zhaozhao.

"Junior sister."

He nodded as a greeting, and then the atmosphere became quiet for a while, which seemed a little awkward.

Ying Che coughed and spoke as gently as ever: "I was the one who made a slip of the tongue last time, please don't take it to heart, Junior Sister."

After hearing this, Lu Zhaozhao's eyebrows curved and he replied, "Brother, you are too kind. How can our friendship be hindered by these things?"

Ying Che finally breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "So why did Junior Sister come here today?"

Lu Zhaozhao pondered for a moment and said, "The Golden Palace Banquet is approaching, and I'm getting increasingly nervous. So, I'd like to go down the mountain and gain some experience before it begins, so I can gain some knowledge."

When he heard about going down the mountain, Ying Che's brows immediately frowned.

He said seriously, "Junior sister, you still haven't forgiven me, so you want to go down the mountain and hide?"

"Brother, you're worrying too much. I really just want to broaden my horizons." Lu Zhaozhao said helplessly.

But Ying Che didn't seem to believe it and tried to dissuade her, saying, "Junior sister, you've been injured quite a bit during these training sessions. The Golden Palace Banquet is approaching, and getting injured again would be more trouble than it's worth. It's better for you to cultivate well within the sect. I'll find you anything you need."

"Brother, if you say that, I'm going to ask for a lot." Lu Zhaozhao joked, pretending to think for a moment, and said with a smile: "Then I want the Bone-Huan Grass that you just got a few days ago."

It was originally a joke. In the past, Ying Che would either give it to her directly or explain the purpose to her and exchange it for something else. But this time, Ying Che's face froze, and he spoke stiffly, asking her to exchange it for something else.

Lu Zhaozhao suppressed his smile, looked at Ying Che carefully, and asked, "Brother, did you give this grass to Junior Sister?"

Ying Che didn't answer. Lu Zhaozhao continued, "Junior sister, your bones aren't strong. Bone-washing grass has the effect of strengthening bones and muscles, so it's really suitable for you. So, Senior Brother hurried down the mountain a few days ago because of this reason."

"Junior sister, please exchange something. If I have it, I will definitely give it to you."

Lu Zhaozhao looked at Ying Che's slightly guilty expression, smiled slightly, and said softly, "Brother, you've already given me enough. This time, I just want to go down the mountain. I don't ask for anything else."

Ying Che didn't reply and changed the subject: "The hot springs at Tiandu Peak are a great place for breathing exercises. If you need them, I can borrow some from Elder Cang Jiong for you to practice. Also, a while ago, Master gave me a scroll of exercises. Although it's a bit overbearing, I can teach it to you. And then..."

"Senior Brother." Lu Zhaozhao interrupted his mumbling, and Ying Che also straightened his expression and looked at her.

"Also, if Junior Sister is troubled by the rumors within the sect, don't worry, I will handle it myself."

"Brother, how do you plan to deal with this?" Lu Zhaozhao looked at him with interest.

"As long as you apologize to Junior Sister, this matter will be over. I guarantee that no one in the sect will dare to gossip about it."

Ying Che's attitude was sincere and his expression was serious, as if he was making an extremely important guarantee.

Lu Zhaozhao twitched the corner of his mouth and didn't agree with him. Instead, he asked, "So, Senior Brother has always known about this rumor, and didn't clarify it just to make me apologize?"

Ying Che was speechless for a moment, knowing that he had said the wrong thing.

"Junior sister, I would like to thank you, senior brother. However, I will not apologize. I must get down the mountain."

Lu Zhaozhao's expression was full of mockery and seemed to be disappointed, and Ying Che was a little flustered.

"Zhao Zhao..."

"I have already asked for instructions today, so I won't disturb you from doing your official business. Goodbye."

After that, he turned around and left.

Ying Che reached out to hold her, but only his sleeve slipped from his fingertips.