msmithbooks Chapter 69 Muye's Return, The Ownership of the Immortal Herb
Chapter 69 Muye's Return, The Ownership of the Immortal Herb
Chapter 69 Muye Returns, the Ownership of the Immortal Herb
The door opened, and Makino's lean and capable figure appeared, a broad smile on his face, clearly showing his genuine enjoyment.
The spiritual herbs he brought from the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire were enough for Jiang Xiu and Aruheng to use for body tempering. Moreover, there was also a truly priceless immortal herb in his sack.
Their lives in the Body Sect were gradually improving.
"Master, what's wrong?"
Seeing his master's satisfied smile, Jiang Xiu raised an eyebrow, a hint of surprise in his purple eyes.
Did his master really succeed?
"Haha, come inside and say, Ah Heng is cooking, right? You can tell just by the smell, but he definitely put in too much oil..."
Mu Ye waved his hand, and the vermilion gate behind him closed slowly without any wind. Mu Ye strode into the courtyard, patted Jiang Xiu on the shoulder, and gestured for him to go inside first.
"Hmm." Jiang Xiu nodded slightly, and led Na'er to follow Mu Ye into the main hall.
"That's really great, they're a perfect match, a handsome man and a beautiful woman. I need to find some time to discuss this with Master Leng."
Looking at the two little ones behind him, Makino felt a sense of satisfaction, and the corners of his mouth slowly turned up. He had watched them grow up little by little.
Just as the three of them sat down, footsteps came from outside, mixed with Aruheng's happy voice.
"Haha, here comes the chicken soup for the soul!"
Aruheng carried a large ceramic bowl and walked into the main hall, talking as he went, his tone full of admiration for his own cooking skills.
"This old hen was carefully selected by me. You should all try it, because Master probably won't get to drink it... Master, you're back!"
When Aruheng looked up, he saw Muye sitting at the head of the main hall. He had been so focused on cooking that he hadn't heard Muye's voice at all.
"Master, what I mean is, it's not that you won't be able to drink it anymore, it's just that you'll miss the time when the chicken soup is at its most delicious..."
"Alright, put the soup down first. Na'er, wait here for a moment. I have something to say to Aheng and Xiaoxiu."
Looking at his eldest disciple, Mu Ye's eyes flashed with satisfaction. He could tell that his eldest disciple had not slacked off during his absence, and the power of his blood and qi was obviously more vigorous. But... why did his head become pointy?
"Okay, you two can discuss it. I'll watch over the chicken soup for you."
Na'er nodded, her bright eyes already fixed on the chicken soup. Her throat bobbed slightly, and she wiped away non-existent saliva with her little hand, like a greedy little fox.
Upon hearing this, a glint of light flashed in Jiang Xiu's purple eyes, as if he had already anticipated what his master was going to say.
Aruheng scratched his head, looking puzzled, and together with Jiang Xiu, they stepped through the main hall, turned right, and entered Muye's room.
"Squeak!"
The door was closed, and the three of them sat down.
"Ahem, I called you here mainly because I have something important to discuss with you." His gaze swept over his two beloved disciples, and Mu Ye cleared his throat before continuing:
"This time, when I went out to rob... I robbed the rich to help the poor, and I received some gifts from kind-hearted people. I didn't want them, but they insisted on giving them to me, and I couldn't refuse their kindness, so I had to accept them."
"Robbing the rich to help the poor? When did Master develop such noble qualities...?"
Upon hearing this, Aruheng, standing to the side, looked surprised and murmured in disbelief.
"Um?"
Makino's lips twitched. The imposing image he had just put on was almost shattered by Aruheng's words. Wasn't he just like a bad person?
"Master, you called us here to discuss this gift, right?"
Seeing this, Jiang Xiu took over the conversation and asked, while also giving Aruheng a wink.
"Xiao Xiu is right. This gift is great, so great that it concerns the future of both of you. That's why I wanted to ask for your opinions."
Mu Ye glanced at Jiang Xiu and nodded slightly, his expression gradually becoming serious.
"This gift includes a legendary immortal herb—a tenth-grade immortal mushroom."
"Master, are you referring to that tenth-grade immortal mushroom with the miraculous effects of stabilizing the foundation, strengthening the vital energy, enhancing soul power, and replenishing the origin of the martial soul?!"
Upon hearing the name of the immortal herb, Aruheng was instantly startled and immediately described its medicinal effects. Having been by Muye's side for so long, he knew these things too.
After the initial shock, a surge of excitement rose in Aruheng's heart. The power of a magical herb was self-evident. The original Shrek Seven Devils, twenty thousand years ago, had consumed magical herbs to enhance their aptitude and eventually enter the realm of gods.
With such a miraculous herb before them, it's hard to imagine anyone not being tempted.
Jiang Xiu's purple eyes only rippled slightly, and his expression did not change much. He was just a little surprised that his master could actually take out the immortal herb from the Tang Sect's tight guard.
This is no ordinary difficulty.
Noticing the changes in his two beloved disciples, Mu Ye smiled with satisfaction. Although there was longing in Aruheng's eyes, it was not dark, but a normal expression. As for Jiang Xiu, Mu Ye admired him. He was able to maintain a calm mindset after hearing about the immortal herb. This was the kind of leader that their Body Sect needed for the future.
"The immortal herb is very precious, as I believe you both know. A single immortal herb is enough to greatly improve one's aptitude. It might not transform a pig's martial soul into a true dragon, but it wouldn't be far off. However, there's only one immortal herb. Who wants it?"
Makino's gaze swept over the two of them, and he spoke in a serious tone, enunciating each word clearly.
He originally intended to give the tenth-grade immortal mushroom directly to Jiang Xiu, but since Aruheng was also his disciple, he couldn't be biased, so letting the two of them choose was the best option.
After saying that, Mu Ye took out the tenth-grade immortal mushroom from the burlap sack and jade box. Instantly, a rich fragrance filled the room. Just one breath was enough to give one a refreshing and pleasant feeling.
Looking at the tenth-grade immortal mushroom with its jade-like stem and white stalk, as white as snow and as delicate as a sapling, Aruheng's Adam's apple bobbed, and he felt a little restless. Then he put his large hands to his face, trying his best not to look at the tenth-grade immortal mushroom.
Jiang Xiu remained calm, silently pondering the medicinal effects of the tenth-grade immortal mushroom that his senior brother had mentioned earlier.
"The ability to solidify the foundation and compensate for the miraculous effects of the martial soul's origin... could it also compensate for the deficiency of the soul being separated from the body?"
Seeing this scene before him, Makino remained silent, quietly waiting for the two to make their decision. This was a gamble for him.
If Aruheng and Jiang Xiu make the right choice, their relationship will be better, and the future of the Body Sect will be more promising. However, if the two have a conflict because of this immortal herb, then there will be a rift in the Body Sect in the future.
But Makino believed that his judgment was correct.
Time passed, and the room remained quiet, with only the ten-grade immortal mushroom continuously releasing its fragrance, fully displaying itself and captivating the mind.
It was as if it were not a magical herb, but a captivating poison.
"call!"
Suddenly, Aruheng removed his hands from his face, took a deep breath and exhaled. He looked at his master and then at his junior brother beside him. The fiery expression in his eyes gradually returned to clarity.
"Master, let Junior Brother absorb this immortal herb. As the eldest brother, I must not prioritize my own desires. Junior Brother is the future pillar of our Body Sect!"
(End of this chapter)