Chapter 55

Luo Shiru and Qin Manyun both knew that for them to probe the Dao of Heaven and Earth at their current realms was nothing short of courting death.

Even a slight backlash from the Heavenly Dao would be enough to doom them to eternal perdition.

Only someone of Li Gongzi's caliber could avoid the backlash of the Heavenly Dao, and such an opportunity was enough to make the entire cultivation world envious.

Unfortunately, lacking the strength, the greater the opportunity, the less fortunate they were to enjoy it.

Luo Shiru's face was flushed, her delicate body trembling as if enduring immense pressure.

Under the Dao of Heaven and Earth, she felt like a speck of dust, utterly insignificant, on the verge of being obliterated at any moment.

When she could no longer bear it, her head spun, and she withdrew from the chess game.

She focused her gaze and realized that on the chessboard, she had only made six moves, losing completely!

It was hard to believe.

Li Nianfan didn't believe it either, but the fact was right there in front of him; there were indeed people this incompetent in the world.

Although Qin Manyun was also incompetent, at least she had some semblance of strategy in her moves. Luo Shiru, on the other hand, was purely making random moves, closing her eyes, and the positions of her pieces were enough to make one doubt her intelligence.

He looked at Luo Shiru in disbelief.

What kind of mysterious confidence could make her think she was good at chess?

Sigh, he shouldn't have had any hopes for her. She was the princess of the Ganlong Immortal Dynasty, and the reason she could win against others was probably because they all let her win out of respect. Over time, she naturally became arrogant and thought she was an expert.

"Sorry, I, I..." Luo Shiru was on the verge of tears, not knowing what to do.

Her heart was filled with panic. Li Gongzi must think she was overestimating herself and is now disappointed in her. Would he even start to detest her?

Li Nianfan felt a pang of sympathy and quickly comforted her, "Don't say anything more, I understand."

This little girl must be terrified. After all, she always thought she was a chess master, and suddenly discovering she was a complete novice, with everyone around her having deceived her, would be a hard blow for anyone to take.

She was indeed a pitiable person.

Li Nianfan consoled her, "Recognizing reality now isn't a bad thing. Just practice more in the future."

Li Gongzi was telling her to cultivate diligently, improve her understanding of the Dao, and not give up. There would still be opportunities in the future.

As long as Li Gongzi didn't detest her, that was all that mattered.

Luo Shiru let out a long breath and hurriedly said, "Thank you, Li Gongzi, I will definitely work hard in the future!"

Li Nianfan nodded.

His brows furrowed slightly. Since both Luo Shiru and Qin Manyun were chess novices, it was time to see them off.

He just needed to think of what to give as a return gift.

Since Qin Manyun was so polite and even brought him jelly, he couldn't be outdone.

Qin Manyun and Luo Shiru had already risen to take their leave.

Unintentionally, Qin Manyun's gaze swept over a corner of the courtyard.

She was instantly struck, as if by lightning.

Her eyes widened, and she stared intently at that corner, her breathing becoming rapid.

That... that...

It couldn't be wrong, it was definitely the Enlightenment Bamboo!

If it were anyone else, they might not recognize it, but as the Holy Maiden of the Linxian Dao Palace, she was extremely familiar with the Enlightenment Bamboo and recognized it at first glance!

Earlier, she was too nervous and distracted by the rare herbs and plants around her, so she didn't notice the other corners of the courtyard.

Now she realized that every place here was extraordinary!

On the pile of firewood in the courtyard, the Demon-Falling Sword was quietly embedded in a wooden stake. Not far away, a fiery red sphere was placed on a stone bench, which turned out to be the Dragon Fire Pearl, and the chessboard they had just used was far beyond the level of a divine artifact!

Now, in the corner of the wall, she had even discovered the Enlightenment Bamboo!

Wait!

She turned her head and looked back at the pile of firewood.

Sigh—

Spirit Wood, all of it was Spirit Wood!

Only a tree spirit with significant cultivation could produce Spirit Wood.

This... this...

Where did Li Gongzi find so much Spirit Wood, and he was actually using it for firewood?!

It was so extravagant that it made her hair stand on end.

If the cultivators outside knew this, many would probably be so distressed that they would commit suicide.

Truly worthy of being the residence of an immortal, every corner was filled with mysteries and treasures!

She took deep breaths to calm her shock.

"Stay calm, I must stay calm and not offend the great master."

Qin Manyun glanced at Luo Shiru beside her, feeling a bit envious.

Sometimes, ignorance is bliss, not having to pretend to be calm like her.

"Li Gongzi, may I ask what that is?"

Qin Manyun pointed to the Enlightenment Bamboo in the corner and couldn't help but ask.

Li Nianfan glanced at it and said nonchalantly, "That's just leftover material from making arrows, trash, I was planning to use it for firewood."

Trash?

Firewood?

Qin Manyun almost suffocated, but she was also incredibly relieved. She was glad she asked, otherwise, that piece of Enlightenment Bamboo would have been used for firewood!

What a stroke of luck!

She took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice steady, "Could you... give me that bamboo?"

"You want it?" Li Nianfan looked at Qin Manyun in surprise, "It's not worth much, take it if you want."

"Thank you, Li Gongzi!"

Qin Manyun was overjoyed, "To be honest, this bamboo can be used as material, and it perfectly matches something I have, which is very important to me."

Li Nianfan nodded in understanding. It seemed she was using it for the same purpose as him, and bamboo was indeed very useful.

Seeing Qin Manyun so satisfied, Li Nianfan also smiled. He had been wondering what to give her, and she had chosen it herself, making things much easier.

Qin Manyun immediately walked over, carefully picking up the bamboo, even collecting the scraps and powder around it, wrapping them in a cloth before standing up.

"Li Gongzi, I have disturbed you enough today, I will take my leave." Qin Manyun said.

Luo Shiru also said, "Li Gongzi, I will also leave."

Li Nianfan nodded, "Alright, goodbye."

As soon as Luo Shiru and Qin Manyun left the courtyard, their steps quickened, heading down the mountain.

They needed to handle Li Gongzi's instructions as quickly as possible.

From time to time, beams of light would fly overhead, causing their brows to furrow.

Would these people ever stop? If they disturbed Li Gongzi, they deserved to be torn apart!

Their hearts became even more urgent, and they clenched their teeth, determined not to let anyone disturb Li Gongzi's cultivation!

Qin Manyun followed Luo Shiru back to the Ganlong Immortal Dynasty, only briefly greeting the emperor before leaving in a flying boat, heading straight for the Linxian Dao Palace!

She needed to inform her master of this incredible news and ask her master to take action to complete the task given by the great master!

It was a matter of utmost urgency!