Chapter 184 I am Going Too!
As the sun rose, Mu Qinglian and Long Ming sat beside each other as they looked at the eastern horizon.
" You really improved." Mu Qinglian sighed. " We only used our physique and both of us have minor completion Imperial Physique. Yet, You are clearly stronger than me."
" What's the secret behind this, hm?" She glanced at Long Ming.
" It's because I am more handsome?" Long Ming grinned.
" You!!"
Mu Qinglian glanced at Long Ming with frustration as she looked back to the eastern sky.
Long Ming became amused when he saw Mu Qinglian's reaction. After all, along with Great Mystic Mountain Physique, he also has initial completion Azure Flame Royal Body and Spatial Light Royal Body. Even without the other two physiques actively, the power can easily overwhelm Mu Qinglian.
" It's less than a week till the Battle Tournament starts. And, It will take two days to reach the Holy Qilin City." Mu Qinglian spoke. " So, When are we leaving?"
" We should leave tomorrow." Long Ming pondered for a moment.
" Why so early?"
" Because I want to see the world." Long Ming smiled. " I want to visit various places leisurely before attending the battle tournament."
" You know what? Who cares about a shitty tournament anyway? Why should I entertain a crowd while fighting against someone like a monkey?" Long Ming spoke.
" You are clearly different." Mu Qingliang sighed. " Do you not care about fame, wealth or standing at the pinnacle of immortal world?"
" As long I have enough power to do whatever I wish, I don't care about being on top." Long Ming let out a small laugh. " What I care about is freedom and fulfillment."
" About Fourth Prince…Did you really kill him?" Mu Qinglian remained silent for a moment before asking Long Ming.
" Did I?" Long Ming blinked his eyes. " I thought that the Pale Mountain Abyss Monster killed him?"
" Is that so?" Mu Qinglina pursed her lips as she looked away. " Yeah, How can a weak bastard like you can kill him."
" Hehe… Actually, From Qin Chen, I remembered something." Long Ming fumbled inside his spatial bracelet and pulled out a box.
The moment he opened the box, a powerful bloody mist erupted from it as it condensed into several qilins made of blood. However, instead of any discomfort, both Long Ming and Mu Qinglian felt a refreshing feeling as if their blood and vitality became invigorated.
" This… This is the Holy Spring Pearl of Holy Qilin Imperial Family?"?Mu Qinglian was surprised. " You stole it from him?"
" Stealing? How can I do such a lowly thing?" Long Ming snorted lightly. " The spatial ring of Qin Chen was already without a master after his death. So, I merely picked it up. And since I am its new master, the stuff inside the ring is also mine."
Mu Qinglian held the Holy Spring Pearl as it was coursing with the robust vitality and blood energy of an Ancient Lord Realm cultivator. She could feel it was faintly resonating with her Blood Phoenix Sacred Body.
" The Blood Phoenix Sacred Body utilizes your blood vitality and the potential of your inner body to display maximum power. If you manage to refine this pearl completely, I believe the power of your physique will increase by two times at least." Long Ming laughed.
" This…This is too precious." Mu Qinglian muttered. " It's a treasure refined by an Ancient Lord Realm cultivator. Its worth is the same as an innate type of Royal grade treasure. Are you giving it for free?"
" Free? Who said that?" Long Ming grinned. " I am a very generous person. If you kiss me…"
Suddenly, Long Ming's voice halted as Mu Qinglian leaned forward. Her soft lips were like a pair of pink roses clamped together. The soft lips pressed against Long Ming's lips,
Their lips stuck together for a moment. Long Ming was so stunned that he didn't even try to have a french kiss.
" I…"
It took a few moments for Long Ming to recover his calmness. However, like a hawk snatching a chick, Mu Qinglian snatched the Holy Spring Pearl from his hands.
" Don't… Don't think much about that." Mu Qinglian's body trembled as she faced away from Long Ming. " I…I just had to repay your favor, ok? It's your fault that you…asked for a kiss and nothing…else."
" Well, I didn't say that it has to be a kiss on the lips." Long Ming mumbled. But seeing the terrifying glare of Mu Qinglian, he hurriedly shifted, " But I am grateful that Saintess Mu graced my lips with her tender lips…"
" Get Lost!"
Hearing the flowery words of Long Ming, Mu Qinglian blushed furiously as she kicked Long Ming's waist. Long Ming grinned as his Raging Storm Wings flapped. With a whistling noise, he disappeared from Mu Qinglian's courtyard.
" Hateful!" Mu Qinglian stomped her feet. However, her heart was in turmoil. ' I did it! I finally kissed him!'
' But why? Why did I get the sudden impulse to kiss him? It's not like I love him, right?'
However, Looking at the Holy Spring Pearl in her hands, Mu Qinglian felt a trace of warmth.
" No matter what, I will be strong enough to stand beside you."
Mu Qinglin looked at the rising sun as she returned to the courtyard. Since the Holy Spring Pearl was a powerful and ancient treasure, Mu Qinglian entered in seclusion to refine it and increase the power of her physique.
After returning, Long Ming didn't sat idle either. He went to the Crafting Hall to check the progress of the disciples studying the treasured clothes crafting techniques. After imparting some knowledge to them, Long Ming went to the Medicinal Hall and displayed his comprehension regarding Alchemy.
Thanks to the hidden realm of Herbal Sanctuary in Azure Sun Sacred Realm, The disciples of Four Seasons Valley managed to get a large amount of herbs, which are superior in both quality and quantity.
? of the herbs were sent to be planted again, while the remaining ? herbs were stored as treasures and used to make powerful pills.
With Long Ming's tips and tricks, the disciples in Medicinal Hall greatly benefited. Unlike Elder Liao before, Long Ming didn't treat the disciples coldly.
He mixed with them amd cleared everyone's individual problems. In just three days, the productivity of Crafting Hall and Medicinal Hall increased.
After three days, Xia Yuqing called a meeting. All the disciples stood at the center of the sect as other elders also joined.
" As you all know, the Battle Tournament of the Holy Qilin Empire shall begin in a few days. Not only the great sects and families of the Holy Qilin Empire, but all powers of the Eastern Province would come to participate."
" This time, the competition would be fierce. But the rewards would be also ample."
" I hope everyone from Four Seasons Valley will do their best and get into the top rankings" Xia Yuqing's voice filled with energy and enthusiasm. " If any of you does exceptionally well in the tournament, they will get a Royal grade weapon, along with a bottle of Blood Marrow paste of a Nine Transformation of Soul Realm Demonic Beast."
" What? A Royal grade weapon and Blood Marrow paste of a Nine Transformation of Soul Realm Demonic Beast?"
" That's too valuable. Such a paste can easily reshape someone's body, enhancing their potential and aptitude."
"Besides, If you are lucky, you might even get the bloodline of the demonic beast."
The disciples discussed among themselves as they heard the announcement of Xia Yuqing. However, most of the female disciples' gaze was on Long Ming, who stood beside Xia Yuqing.
After giving some instructions to everyone, Xia Yuqing made everyone disperse.
" Qinglian, You went to seclusion?" Xia Yuqing looked at Mu Qinglian. " So, Are you ready for the tournament?"
" Disciple is ready, Master." Mu Qinglian cupped her fist.
" Well, Master, I have a favor to ask." Long Ming spoke instantly. Xia Yuqing glanced at him her tone was placid. " Speak, What do you want?"
" Can we depart today, right after some time?" Long Ming looked at Xia Yuqing. " I wish to explore various places on the way to Holy Qilin City."
" Master I wish to accompany Long Ming." Mu Qinglian spoke instantly. Long Ming looked at Mu Qinglian as he became amused.
" You wish to depart earlier?" Xia Yuqing pondered. " Even if you guys miss the preliminaries, you will still get into the tournament eventually. So, You guys can take your time and go to Holy Qilin City."
" Sect Master, I also wish to accompany them."
Ming Yuexin saw an opportunity as she spoke. " Master, I also want to go with Senior Brother Long."
Wu Liang sighed when she heard Ming Yuexin. " Sect Master Xia, I think it's a good idea to send Ming Yuexin with them."
" Bu-But…" Mu Qinglian felt a bit of unwillingness. After all, there was barely any time Long Ming and Mu Qinglian spent privately.
" Well, I believe they probably don't know about the outside world. To tour around, they need an exceptional guide."
A voice startled all of them as they glanced at the newcomer.
" Meng Zhi, What do you mean by that?" Wu Lian raised her brows as she glanced at Meng Zhi.
Meng Zhi suddenly hugged Long Ming, burying his face in her deep ravine between her mountains.
" Of Course! I am saying that I should go with them too!"
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