Chapter 91

Qingjin appeared calm and composed, but her heart was in turmoil.

Last night, those words had kept her tossing and turning, almost unable to sleep, as she worried about what outrageous demands Su Yi might make.

It was only this morning that she had finally resolved to confront the issue head-on.

After all, it was better to cut the Gordian knot than to drag it out.

However, when faced with the problem, she couldn't help but feel nervous.

"I hope my guess is right; with his temperament, he shouldn't make any unreasonable demands..."

Qingjin silently prayed in her heart.

In her eyes, Su Yi seemed young and quiet, but he was extremely proud at heart.

That indifferent and disdainful demeanor was something she had only seen in the truly great figures among her sect's elders.

Those great figures, any one of them, could shake the entire Great Zhou with a mere stomp.

Even their pride couldn't match Su Yi's, who seemed to regard all the affairs of the world as fleeting shadows, completely indifferent!

To look down on everything, it couldn't be more than this.

Qingjin was also puzzled; how could a man from a small place, a son-in-law of a noble family, possess such lofty pride and spirit?

This was undoubtedly very abnormal.

However, it was precisely because she saw the pride in Su Yi's heart that Qingjin felt confident he wouldn't make a shameful demand that she couldn't accept.

Time seemed to slow down.

For Qingjin, this moment felt longer than a year, filled with tension and anxiety.

Then, Su Yi looked at her and asked, "Why are you so nervous?"

"Eh? Am I?"

Qingjin feigned calmness, her bright eyes meeting Su Yi's, as if to prove she wasn't nervous at all.

But the hint of panic in her eyes betrayed her inner turmoil.

"If you grip any harder, you'll tear the hem of your clothes."

Su Yi smiled.

Qingjin was taken aback and looked down to see that her hands had been clutching the hem of her clothes, her veins standing out from the force.

Her delicate and beautiful face turned red, burning with embarrassment. Her eyes flashed with anger, and she glared at Su Yi fiercely, saying, "If you don't speak soon, don't blame me for changing my mind!"

Zhou Zhili, who was standing nearby, was stunned. Was Aunt Qingjin actually shy??

Su Yi pondered for a moment and said, "You possess the Lingxia Jade Body, which is already outstanding in this world. I happen to be in need of a maid. If you are willing to follow me, within a year, I will not only grant you your freedom but also help you fully unlock your innate powers."

The room fell silent, as if all the birds had stopped chirping.

Yuan Luoxi and the others were dumbfounded. This woman's martial arts prowess was terrifying, comparable to a martial arts grandmaster, and her status was clearly extremely noble, even the Sixth Prince had to address her as "Aunt."

But now, Mr. Su wanted to take her as a maid!!

Zhou Zhili couldn't help but draw a sharp breath. He knew Qingjin's background well, and when he heard Su Yi's request, he almost fainted.

If the sect behind Aunt Qingjin found out, it would be a disaster.

Qingjin, too, was stunned, her eyes wide.

She had already made up her mind that if Su Yi had any lecherous intentions and made any shameful demands, she would refuse even at the cost of her life.

Who would have thought that Su Yi would make an even more outrageous request—he wanted her to be his maid!

Qingjin's face turned red with anger, her teeth clenched, and her eyes sharp like blades. The high peaks under her loose clothing trembled violently.

"What do you take me for?"

Qingjin spoke each word with a murderous intent.

Everyone felt a wave of tension.

Su Yi frowned slightly and said, "To walk by my side is a blessing that others cannot attain."

"Blessing?"

Qingjin laughed in anger. From a young age, she had been regarded as a prodigy in her sect, and even when facing a prince like Zhou Zhili, she never showed any deference.

But now, to be treated so lightly, how could she not be angry?

If it weren't for the fact that Su Yi had saved her life last night, she would have drawn her sword and slashed this presumptuous man long ago.

It was simply too outrageous!

To her surprise, Su Yi also laughed and said, "I know you are not convinced and think I am humiliating you. However, after you read this, you can make your decision."

He took a rolled-up piece of paper from his jade pendant and handed it to her.

Qingjin hesitated, suppressing her anger, and took the paper.

As she opened it, the first line of text made her pause, "Lingxia True Explanation?"

She continued reading.

In just a moment, she was completely engrossed, and her expression showed surprise, realization, shock, and excitement.

Her beautiful face flickered with various emotions.

Zhou Zhili, Yuan Luoxi, and the others couldn't help but wonder what was written on the paper.

Unfortunately, the distance prevented them from seeing.

After a while, Qingjin reluctantly looked up, lost in thought.

Everyone could see that she was struggling with a difficult decision.

At this moment, Su Yi said calmly, "This is just the introductory principles. With your insight, you should be able to fully understand all the secrets within a year. Of course, if you really don't want to, that's fine. I don't force people to do things against their will."

The content on the paper, called "Lingxia True Explanation," explained the mysteries of the "Lingxia Jade Body" and contained many secrets for developing and utilizing such innate abilities.

In his past life, he had studied and deduced the wonders of different innate abilities on the path of Dao, using the "Heavenly Body Spectrum" as a guide. He had sought out various innate abilities in the world and deduced and refined them, achieving great results.

The "Lingxia True Explanation" was one of the secrets he had deduced.

Everyone looked at Qingjin, waiting to see what she would decide.

"Can I... think about it?"

After a long pause, Qingjin finally spoke, hesitantly and reluctantly.

Su Yi nodded and said, "Of course, but my patience is limited. You need to give me a clear answer before we reach Yunhe County City."

Qingjin breathed a sigh of relief and left without further delay, bidding farewell to Zhou Zhili.

"Mr. Su, if you need a maid, I can help you find one. Any personality, any number, I can find for you."

After Qingjin left, Yuan Luoxi couldn't help but say.

Su Yi smiled and said, "I just found it rare to see a natural body like hers, and I was a bit curious. Of course, if she refuses, it's fine. We all have different goals."

Huang Ganjun sighed, "Only Mr. Su has the confidence to do this. If it were anyone else, with Qingjin's skills, they would have been killed long ago."

Cheng Wuyong couldn't help but laugh, "To me, it's not that Mr. Su made a request, but that he offered her a Daoist opportunity. Whether she accepts it is up to her."

Su Yi smiled, neither confirming nor denying.

Yuan Luoxi suddenly remembered something and said, "Mr. Su, we will reach Yunhe County City the day after tomorrow. If you don't have a place to stay, why don't you come to my house?"

"I have my own place to stay."

Su Yi shook his head, involuntarily thinking about his three years of cultivation at the Qinghe Sword Mansion.

He also thought about some people and events in Yunhe County City.

Of course, there was also Wen Lingxue.

...

On the 8th of the second month of the Great Zhou calendar.

At the dock by the Dacang River outside Yunhe County City, boats crisscrossed, bustling and busy.

In the distance, a huge tower ship was approaching.

"Yunhe County City, I, Su Yi, am back..."

Standing by the window of the tower, looking at the massive and imposing city on the shore, Su Yi murmured to himself.

Yunhe County City, the heart of the nineteen cities of Yunhe County, had a population of three million.

The famous Qinghe Sword Mansion stood within it.

Compared to Guangling City, Yunhe County City was undoubtedly much more prosperous and wealthy.

Here, various forces were entrenched, and martial artists gathered.

Almost all the young talents with aspirations in martial arts from the nineteen cities of Yunhe County converged here.

"Mr. Su, the tower ship is about to dock. We should prepare to disembark."

Yuan Luoxi, dressed in military attire, looked excited.

The prospect of returning home clearly delighted the proud young woman.

Cheng Wuyong and Huang Ganjun were also ready.

Seeing this, Su Yi nodded and left the tower.

"Su Yi."

Halfway down, Qingjin approached from a distance.

Her wounds had completely healed, her long hair tied in a ponytail, her skin like ice and jade, her beautiful features radiant and stunning.

She walked up and, before Su Yi could speak, declared, "I've thought it through. You might have good intentions, but I don't want to be beneath you!"

The tall and slender girl stood with her arms crossed, her lips slightly upturned, her eyes moist with pride.

Su Yi smiled calmly and said, "I admire your decision."

Not seeing any disappointment on Su Yi's face, Qingjin was somewhat surprised.

Then, she carefully said, "However, I owe you a debt of gratitude for saving my life, and I will repay it someday."

Su Yi dismissed it, "No need. In my opinion, you should focus more on your nephew to prevent any more trouble."

Qingjin hesitated, looking a bit embarrassed, and asked, "If you don't mind, could I ask where you got the 'Lingxia True Explanation'?"

Su Yi casually replied, "I figured it out myself."

Qingjin was taken aback and couldn't help but say, "In my view, a secret like the 'Lingxia True Explanation' is something even the immortals of the world might not be able to deduce. Are you disappointed that I didn't become your maid, so you're saying this nonsense?"

She clearly thought Su Yi was hiding the truth.

Su Yi couldn't help but laugh and said, "Remember what I told you yesterday. Being my maid is a blessing that others cannot attain. That's all. If we meet again, it will be by fate..."

"No, it's better not to meet again. I don't want to be dragged into any more trouble for no reason."

With that, he walked forward.

Yuan Luoxi and the others hurried to follow.

In the sunlight, the young man in the blue robe walked with his hands behind his back, relaxed and at ease.

Qingjin stood there, watching Su Yi's figure grow distant, feeling a complex mix of emotions.

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