"Qingchen pays respect to Master!"

The little girl was quite sensible. Although she was still a bit shy, her proper demeanor in paying her respects made her look very adorable.

At least, to Xuanzhen, who seemed a bit aloof but exuded maternal affection, she took a liking to this new disciple, gently lifting Qingchen and softly saying, "Child, I will be your master from now on."

"Uncle-Master, you take Qingchen to Su Nu Peak first to arrange accommodation and other matters. The Lian Patriarch and I have matters to discuss," said Qing Yu.

"Alright," Xuanzhen nodded slightly, softly saying to Qingchen, "Come, Master will take you to meet your Senior Sister."

Qingling had always wanted a junior sister, and seeing Qingchen, she must be extremely delighted.

"Chen'er, go on, your mother will come to see you later," Lian Feihong said gently but firmly.

Although reluctant, this was a necessary decision. Lian Qingchen would have a better development at Zhenwu Sect. With Lian Feihong's estimation of the relationship between Qing Yu and Xuanzhen, Qingchen's future prospects were much broader than staying with the Lian Family.

"Alright." Qingchen reluctantly looked at the Lian couple once more, then followed Xuanzhen to Su Nu Peak.

The Lian couple had already advised Qingchen before they arrived and ensured there wouldn't be any embarrassing scenes of crying or fussing.

Watching Xuanzhen lead Qingchen away, Qing Yu collected his smile and turned to the Lian couple, "For you two agreeing to cooperate with me, I, as a humble Daoist, will naturally not let the Lian Family down. In the future, be it in Hou Qian or the Northern Zhou, the people of the Lian Family may come and go freely without being coerced. However, accordingly, there are some small requests that I require the Lian Family to fulfill."

"Of course," said Lian Feihong, "The Lian Family will naturally reciprocate any benefits received."

"Very well."

Qing Yu waved his large sleeve, and a wolf fang club flew out from his sleeve.

The tall Lian Lin stepped forward to handle this not-at-all aesthetically pleasing heavy weapon. But as he grasped the wolf fang club, he heard a ghostly howl echo in his mind, and streaks of eerie green demon energy emanated from the club, infiltrating Lian Lin's body.

Lian Lin's strength was still at the True Pill Realm Peak, but for this Five Stars Heavenly Demon Wolf Tooth Stick, he was just the right puppet to erode. Having been dormant in Qing Yu's hand for so long, this somewhat sentient wolf tooth stick did not wish to be cast aside into a warehouse gathering dust again.

However, before the demon energy could penetrate Lian Lin, a crimson fire power surged out, instantly repelling the demon energy. Lian Lin's complexion turned crimson, and the waves of fire power swirling around him impeded the demon energy's approach.

"Mr. Lian's power is not far from Divine Communication; if he challenges a few experts, perhaps he might make a name on the Earth Ranking," Qing Yu remarked.

"I only care for guarding the Lian family and have little interest in seeking fame."

Lian Lin collected his True Qi, examining the wolf fang club in his hand now devoid of demon energy, with a hint of doubt as he asked, "Master, is this the weapon you spoke of reforging earlier?"

"Indeed," Qing Yu said with hands behind his back, "I need you to reforge a commanding device. On the ninth day of the twelfth month, when the Po Jun Star blazes brightly again, that is the day to forge the Po Jun's weapon—my requirement for the Lian family."

Qing Yu's alliance with the Lian family primarily hinged on their prowess in artifact refining. The commanding device forged from the Heavenly Demon Wolf Tooth Stick would enable Qing Yu to harvest the Primordial Spirit and Star Fate of the Po Jun Star Lord, Gao Boyang.

"Naturally, I wouldn't let you work for nothing..."

A secret manual with a red cover flew out from Qing Yu's hand, landing in Lian Feihong's hand.

"This 'Iron Refining Hand' aligns perfectly with Mr. Lian's martial arts path. If Mr. Lian can master it, it should bolster his confidence in achieving a breakthrough. Like I always say, I won't let down allies, nor will I shortchange them," Qing Yu stated calmly.

"Very well, I will fulfill Master's wishes," Lian Lin promised.

He hadn't anticipated Qing Yu presenting such a challenge. Crafting a commanding device wasn't easy; it required the perfect confluence of time, place, and people. But now that Qing Yu had provided the suitable timing, Lian Lin naturally couldn't diminish the Lian family's prestige here.

Reforging the wolf tooth club was no easy task, but Lian Lin was confident he could accomplish it.

Moreover, with Qing Yu's requests, the Lian family could be at ease. Otherwise, giving benefits without requiring effort from the Lian family, Lian Feihong and her husband wouldn't be at ease.

Though the master of a Righteous Sect, neither would consider Qing Yu merely a good-hearted gentleman at heart.

"Then, I hope for a pleasant cooperation between our two sides!" Qing Yu said with a smile.

Reforging the wolf fang club was just the beginning; Qing Yu also had the Doomsday Myth Blueprint at hand, with many more needs for the Lian family in the future.

"My husband and I have no special gifts to offer during this visit, so here are Daoist robes woven from the Heavenly Pure Silk I nurtured, as a token of Qingchen's apprenticeship gift. May the Master graciously accept them,"

Lian Feihong offered two exquisite wooden boxes and said.

"Then I shall accept them on behalf of Uncle-Master Xuanzhen," Qing Yu said, taking the wooden boxes and storing them in his sleeve.

'As expected, the Universe in the Sleeve.'

The Lian couple's eyes flashed as they thought simultaneously in their hearts.

Just like when Qing Yu and Zhang Xuanji first saw the Shadow King wield the wondrous Universe in the Sleeve technique, Lian Feihong and Lian Lin could tell Qing Yu was not far from the Supreme.

This realization brought joy to the couple. The stronger Qing Yu became, the happier they were as allies. Since they had already boarded the ship, the more unsinkable the ship, the safer its occupants, wouldn't you agree?

"So, let's go and see Su Nu Peak with me. It's also where Qingchen will live in the future; as parents, you should know the living environment of your daughter, correct?"

Having secured the agreement, Qing Yu, in high spirits, invited.

"Then we shall trouble the Master," the Lian couple replied happily.

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Within Yu Jian Manor, Xiao Qiye proceeded to the main hall, respectfully speaking to Qing Yu, who was resting with closed eyes, "Master, the Sword Masters and disciples are ready and can set out for Northern Zhou at any time."

Hearing this, Qing Yu slowly opened his eyes, and the fleeting sword lights in his pupils made the room glow, resonating with continuous sword hums.

Xiao Qiye lowered his head to avoid Qing Yu's gaze, pressing down on the handle of the Hidden Blade Sword to prevent this renowned sword from unsheathing on its own.

'Master has become even stronger,' Xiao Qiye mused inwardly.

The more his demon body transformed, the closer he felt to this person impersonating his master, and naturally, the more he sensed Qing Yu's formidable strength.

Naturally, his heart's sense of submission also deepened.

"Good," Qing Yu nodded slightly, "Set out immediately, heading to Northern Zhou."

The mere demon blood was insufficient for fully transforming the demon body; demons require blood and slaughter's nourishment. The alien clans on the Northern Grassland were excellent targets for slaughter.

Moreover, it was about time to deal with the Golden Wolf Han Court.

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