Chapter 86

After encouraging everyone once again, Wu Xingtian turned and left. Lu Tianyu and the others also left the main hall, each returning to their respective masters to report.

"Brother Tianyu, did you get any good treasures?" As soon as Lu Tianyu arrived at the entrance of the Zhan Mansion, he saw Xiaoyu already waiting at the gate, happily greeting him.

Lu Tianyu was taken aback by the sight, looking at Xiaoyu with confusion. He noticed that she was smiling, seemingly having forgotten the previous unpleasantness.

"Ah, women are truly fickle. She was so angry not long ago, but now she acts as if nothing happened. I really can't understand their minds." Lu Tianyu scratched his head, unable to fathom the thoughts of girls.

"Brother Tianyu, why are you spacing out? I'm asking you a question." Seeing this, Xiaoyu pouted in displeasure.

"Ha ha, just these three things. I'm not sure if they are treasures or not." Lu Tianyu shook his head. Since he couldn't understand, he decided not to think about it anymore. He patted his waist storage bag and took out the three treasures from the Zangzhen Pavilion: a jade pendant, a colorful branch, and a blue pill.

"Ah, what a beautiful jade pendant." Xiaoyu's eyes swept over the items, seemingly uninterested in the colorful branch and the blue pill. She stared intently at the deep blue jade pendant, her eyes filled with joy.

"If you like it, I'll give it to you." Lu Tianyu smiled and handed the jade pendant to Xiaoyu.

"Brother Tianyu, are you really giving it to me?" Xiaoyu exclaimed happily.

"Sure, take it." Lu Tianyu smiled and placed the jade pendant in Xiaoyu's palm.

"Brother Tianyu, my grandfather said I shouldn't take things from others casually. How about this, I'll give you the Shenshen Dagger, and we'll consider it an exchange!" Xiaoyu held the jade pendant in her left hand, patted her waist storage bag with her right hand, and took out the Shenshen Dagger, handing it to Lu Tianyu.

Even before it was close, Lu Tianyu could sense a tremendous pressure emanating from the Shenshen Dagger. The intense killing aura enveloped a three-meter radius around him and Xiaoyu, proving that this was indeed a formidable weapon.

"No, Xiaoyu, the Shenshen Dagger is extremely valuable. This small jade pendant can't compare. I can't accept it." Lu Tianyu immediately waved his hands in refusal.

"Brother Tianyu, if you don't take it, I'll be upset." Xiaoyu pouted in displeasure.

"Such a valuable item, I really can't accept it." Lu Tianyu shook his head.

"If you don't take it, I'll throw it away." Xiaoyu, acting like a child, casually tossed the Shenshen Dagger, which flew out as a streak of bright red light.

"Brother Tianyu, you..." Lu Tianyu could only sigh inwardly. He waved his right hand, releasing a wave of battle qi that formed an invisible hand, quickly grabbing the Shenshen Dagger and pulling it back.

"Since you've taken back the Shenshen Dagger, it's yours now. Ha ha, Brother Tianyu, let's go see Grandfather." Xiaoyu giggled and turned to walk into the mansion.

Lu Tianyu thought for a moment and could only smile bitterly, putting the Shenshen Dagger, the colorful branch, and the blue pill back into his storage bag. Since this was Xiaoyu's heartfelt gesture, he decided to accept it to avoid upsetting the capricious girl.

Entering the main hall of the Zhan Mansion, they saw Zhan Longxing sitting in a grand chair, eyes closed in meditation. Lu Tianyu immediately bowed respectfully.

"That's enough, Xiaoyu. In the future, there's no need to be so formal. I don't like all this bowing." Zhan Longxing, eyes still closed, frowned slightly and waved his hand.

"Yes, Brother Tianyu, Grandfather hates pretentiousness. In the future, you don't need to bow; just get straight to the point." Xiaoyu chimed in.

"Alright." Lu Tianyu nodded and took out the colorful branch and the blue pill from his storage bag, preparing to report his findings.

"Whoosh!" As Lu Tianyu took out the colorful branch, Zhan Longxing's eyes suddenly opened, and he burst into laughter.

"Grandfather, what are you laughing about? Is the treasure Brother Tianyu obtained of low grade?" Xiaoyu asked, puzzled.

"Ha ha, silly girl, the treasure Xiaoyu obtained is an extremely rare Ten Thousand Year Five-Element Spirit Branch, a Heaven-grade treasure. Indeed, my good disciple has exceptional luck. Excellent, very excellent." Zhan Longxing explained, unable to hide his joy.

"Heaven-grade treasure?" Lu Tianyu's eyes widened in excitement. He never expected this small colorful branch to be of such high grade. It seemed that opening the third seal of the *Pangu Heavenly Book* was within reach.

"Yes, that's right. Xiaoyu, this time you obtaining this treasure shows your deep good fortune, far surpassing ordinary people. You must use it well and not waste it." Zhan Longxing instructed happily.

"Yes, I understand, Master." Lu Tianyu nodded.

"Grandfather, what about the pill in Brother Tianyu's hand?" Xiaoyu asked, looking at the blue pill.

"This pill is also a good treasure, called the 'Instant Recovery Pill.' As the name suggests, it can instantly restore battle qi in the dantian. In a life-or-death situation, this pill can have unexpected effects and might even save your life. Xiaoyu, you must use it well." Zhan Longxing explained in detail.

"Understood." Lu Tianyu smiled and carefully put the Ten Thousand Year Five-Element Spirit Branch and the Instant Recovery Pill back into his storage bag.

"Xiaoyu, obtaining these two treasures from the Zangzhen Pavilion, I am very satisfied with you..." Zhan Longxing was about to offer some encouragement, but he was interrupted by Xiaoyu.

"Grandfather, it's not two, but three." Xiaoyu immediately took out the deep blue jade pendant from her storage bag and showed it to Zhan Longxing with a happy smile.

"This... This is a Yellow Dragon Jade?" Seeing the jade pendant, Zhan Longxing's pupils constricted, and he exclaimed in surprise.

"Grandfather, what is Yellow Dragon Jade?" Xiaoyu asked, puzzled.

"The Yellow Dragon Jade is an extremely rare treasure. It was crafted by a senior of our Flowing Cloud Sect who used great power to seal the soul of a seventh-rank Yellow Dragon beast inside it. After a blood pact, the soul of the Yellow Dragon beast can be summoned, providing defense comparable to that of a Battle Emperor. Although this jade can only provide defense three times in its lifetime, having it is like having three extra lives. In our Flowing Cloud Sect, Battle Emperors are rare, so possessing this jade means almost no one can harm you. Xiaoyu, how did you get this Yellow Dragon Jade?" Zhan Longxing explained and then asked, puzzled.

"Ha ha, Brother Tianyu gave it to me." Xiaoyu smiled happily.

"You silly girl, how can you take something so valuable from someone else? Quickly return it to Xiaoyu." Zhan Longxing's face turned stern, and he scolded her severely.

"I also gave Brother Tianyu the Shenshen Dagger..." Xiaoyu lowered her head, feeling wronged, and explained softly.

"How can the Shenshen Dagger be compared to the Yellow Dragon Jade? No more excuses, quickly return the Yellow Dragon Jade to Xiaoyu..." Zhan Longxing said, still displeased.

"Master, the Yellow Dragon Jade is a sincere gift from me to Xiaoyu. Please don't interfere." Lu Tianyu quickly interjected.

"Xiaoyu, the Yellow Dragon Jade is a crucial life-saving item for you now. Are you sure you want to give it to Xiaoyu?" Zhan Longxing asked, puzzled.

"Yes, Master, as long as Xiaoyu likes it." Lu Tianyu nodded without hesitation.

"Brother Tianyu, I didn't know this jade was so valuable. I just thought it was pretty and wanted it as an ornament. Since it's important to you, I'll return it to you." Unexpectedly, Xiaoyu offered the Yellow Dragon Jade back.

"Xiaoyu, this is a gift from your brother. If you don't want it, your brother will be upset." Lu Tianyu put on a displeased face.

"But..." Xiaoyu wanted to explain.

"There's no 'but.' Xiaoyu, as long as you like it, even if it's a divine artifact, your brother will give it to you without hesitation. Take it, your brother only wants you to be happy and enjoy every day." Lu Tianyu said sincerely.

"Ha ha, Xiaoyu, since Xiaoyu has said so, take it." Zhan Longxing smiled in relief.

"Alright, thank you." Xiaoyu smiled and happily completed the blood pact, then took out a thin rope from her storage bag and hung the Yellow Dragon Jade around her neck.

"Alright, Xiaoyu, you look tired. Go rest for a while. Xiaoyu, tidy up the east wing and let Xiaoyu stay there temporarily." Zhan Longxing, noticing Lu Tianyu's weary appearance, said with concern.

"Alright, Brother Tianyu, follow me." Xiaoyu smiled and led Lu Tianyu to the east wing.

Watching the two of them walk away, Zhan Longxing's eyes showed a hint of satisfaction. He muttered to himself, "These two are truly a perfect match. It seems my wish might come true."

The east wing was a special guest room in the Zhan Mansion, with a very serene and elegant environment. The room was well-furnished and cleaned daily, making it exceptionally tidy. Xiaoyu simply tidied the bed and then left, allowing Lu Tianyu to rest.

Closing the door, Lu Tianyu set up a defensive barrier in the room and eagerly took out the Ten Thousand Year Five-Element Spirit Branch from his storage bag, preparing to awaken Dao Gu and open the third seal of the *Pangu Heavenly Book*.

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