Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Reunion in the Capital
Chapter 34: Reunion in the Capital
One day later, in Tianjiu Lane, Bianliang.
When Qin Luo opened his eyes, he found himself in an elegantly decorated room. The faint fragrance in the air made it clear that the owner was a woman.
Before he could get out of bed, Lin Shuying, who had heard the movement, hurried over.
"You’re awake."
Seeing the still-wet tear stains on the beautiful woman’s face, a surge of warmth filled Qin Luo’s heart. He slowly sat up and realized that his cultivation had improved even further.
Just as the spiked club had been about to smash into his head, Qin Luo—eyes closed—had suddenly felt a surge of chaotic energy. Unfortunately, before he could circulate it properly, Zhuoying was knocked away by Da Niu. When he closed his eyes again, the chaotic energy had vanished without a trace.
"Where are Mother and Da Niu?" Qin Luo asked, taking Lin Shuying’s hand in his.
"I’m here."
Qin Luo looked up and saw Da Niu walking in from behind the screen with a big smile on his face. "Master said she’s going to visit a few acquaintances."
Qin Luo nodded. He looked at the burly young man in front of him and felt momentarily dazed. It was hard to connect this honest-looking boy with the murderous figure who had torn people apart in the inn that night.
However, after not seeing him for several days, Qin Luo noticed that his junior brother’s temperament had undergone a tremendous change. When they had first gone up the mountain, this kid had been timid and subservient to everyone. Now he carried himself with confidence in front of Qin Luo and the others, and he occasionally let his fiery gaze scan the sensitive parts of Lin Shuying’s delicate body.
"Where is Bai Feizhang?" Qin Luo asked next.
"In the prison of the Siming Pavilion," Lin Shuying replied. For some reason, she felt Qin Luo’s gaze was so intense it seemed almost tangible. Her face turned red, and she secretly squeezed her legs together.
"When will the people from Changge Sect arrive?" Qin Luo asked. This was his greatest worry at the moment.
"According to the agreement, they should arrive in at most half a month," Lin Shuying said.
Qin Luo got out of bed and noticed that Lin Shuying was no longer wearing her Siming Pavilion uniform. Although she still wore a black outer dress, she had on a bright red undergarment embroidered with several white crane patterns on the left chest. Her jade pendant had also been replaced with a silver hollowed-out waist pendant.
If Qin Luo was not mistaken, this was the current court attire of Ningguo. He wondered what rank the world’s number one female constable of the Siming Pavilion held in the imperial court.
Stretching his body, Qin Luo walked out of the room and discovered that the courtyard was a hidden paradise. Lush gardens and a beautiful pond lay to the left and right. Da Niu brought over a few benches, and Qin Luo sat outside, basking in the warm October sunshine. His chaotic mood relaxed considerably.
Secretly releasing his divine sense, Qin Luo sensed soldiers guarding the courtyard. He assumed this was arranged by Nangong Muyun.
"Da Niu, what is the sixth transformation of the Overlord’s Manual again?" Qin Luo asked, looking at his relaxed junior brother.
"Nine Tripods," Da Niu replied without hesitation.
"I can now shatter a rock this big with one punch." Da Niu made an exaggerated gesture with his hands. Apart from Zhuoying, he had rarely fought other cultivators, so he could only measure his strength by the size of rocks.
Sitting beside Qin Luo, Lin Shuying was startled. She had not witnessed the battle at the inn, but from Da Niu’s words, she could guess how formidable the two assailants had been.
"But Master said it will get slower and slower in the future, and now I..." Da Niu said somewhat dejectedly, "I have to fuck every day. Hehe, I feel uncomfortable if I don’t fuck a woman for a day."
These words made Lin Shuying blush and frown. She had not expected her senior brother’s junior to be so vulgar. However, when she glanced at the terrifying outline between Da Niu’s legs, she quickly turned her head away, her face flushed. She nervously placed her hands on her lower abdomen.
"What do you mean? Is the Overlord’s Manual a dual cultivation method?" Qin Luo asked, pretending it was the first time he had heard this.
"I don’t know either. Master said the more skilled the woman you fuck, the faster your cultivation will progress." Da Niu laughed again. "You don’t know, after you went down the mountain, Master was fucked by me every day until she went wild. But it’s strange—even though my dick is so big, Master’s cunt hasn’t loosened up at all. Tell me, how is that possible..."
Once he started talking about Nangong Muyun, Da Niu chattered on without stopping. Qin Luo had no choice but to explain to Lin Shuying in a low voice, "This kid has never been to school and doesn’t know how to speak properly. Please don’t mind him."
Lin Shuying nodded, but when she looked up, she met Da Niu’s intensely aggressive gaze. With a soft cry, she quickly lowered her head again. She was puzzled as to why, after seeing this muscular man, she kept thinking about matters between men and women.
Qin Luo nodded thoughtfully. He was increasingly unable to understand his mother’s actions.
"When will Master be back?" Qin Luo asked. He had so many questions he wanted to ask her.
"They didn’t say," Da Niu replied. "This is my first time in the city, especially the capital. Senior Brother, would you take me out for a stroll?"
Qin Luo wanted to refuse, but seeing Da Niu’s expectant look, he could only nod.
Lin Shuying, still dressed in her official robes, found it inconvenient and went back inside to change. Meanwhile, Qin Luo stood outside the door and looked at the excited Da Niu. "Did you and Master head straight for Bianliang after leaving the mountain?"
"Yes!" Da Niu nodded.
"When did you come down the mountain?"
"Two days ago."
"How did you travel so fast?"
"I ran while Master flew," Da Niu said calmly.
Qin Luo couldn’t help but shake his head. He had ridden a horse the entire way to avoid using too much true qi, yet his mother and Da Niu had traveled in such a grand manner.
Isn’t she afraid that people from the lower realms will cause trouble at White Cloud Palace?
Outside the door, Qin Luo looked puzzled. Inside the room, Lin Shuying blushed deeply. As she changed, she noticed a wetness between her legs. Her delicate fingers brushed against her clitoris, and her body trembled slightly. A strong wave of pleasure spread from between her legs. The image of Da Niu’s aggressive gaze flashed through her mind. She forced herself to push the shameful thoughts aside and changed into a bright green embroidered dress.
The slightly form-fitting clothes drew Da Niu’s scrutiny the moment she opened the door. Lin Shuying quickly walked toward Qin Luo, not daring to meet Da Niu’s gaze.
"Where in the capital is the most lively place?" Qin Luo asked, sensing Lin Shuying’s nervousness.
"The West Market," Lin Shuying replied, gesturing for Qin Luo to follow. Da Niu chuckled and followed the two out of the courtyard gate.
As the three emerged, the two armed soldiers standing guard outside suddenly knelt and cried out in unison, "Fairy Lin!"
"You may all return to the Siming Pavilion first." As soon as she stepped out, Lin Shuying assumed the demeanor of a high-ranking constable.
"Yes, madam!" the soldiers shouted. They waved their hands, and Qin Luo saw two more rows of soldiers emerge from the corner of the alley. There were more than twenty in total.
Da Niu watched with great interest as the soldiers marched out in perfect formation. He had never seen much of the world, and the sight fascinated him.
"When I was a kid, I dreamed of becoming a general!" Da Niu looked at Lin Shuying and laughed. "Officer Lin, you’re so impressive!"
"With Mr. Huang’s imposing presence, it wouldn’t be difficult for him to become a general in the court," Lin Shuying said with a slight smile.
"Just call me Da Niu. Hehe." Da Niu scratched his head. "Never mind. Nothing beats being with you two."
The three arrived at the West Market. The elegant Qin Luo and the stunningly beautiful Lin Shuying were already eye-catching. With the addition of the tall and powerful Da Niu, the group immediately became the center of attention in the bustling crowd.
Da Niu looked around with curiosity. Even the entire population of Lotus Village couldn’t compare to the number of people on this single street. Qin Luo wasn’t much better off. The novel items on the stalls dazzled him.
Lin Shuying, having changed out of her official robes, appeared gentle and demure. She couldn’t help but chuckle to herself as she watched the two men beside her behaving like country bumpkins.
"What is this?" Da Niu asked, pointing to the exquisite pastries at a stall.
"Sir, this is called Poria cocos cake. Would you like some?" the vendor asked with a beaming smile.
Qin Luo stepped forward and saw that the oval-shaped pastries were thin slices, white with a hint of golden yellow. Just standing there, one could smell their inviting aroma.
"How much?" Da Niu asked reflexively.
"Only two coins per pound," the vendor replied, picking up a knife to cut some.
"No, no, it’s too expensive," Da Niu shook his head like a rattle drum.
Seeing his nervous expression, Lin Shuying covered her mouth and chuckled. She flicked her slender hand, tossing out a few pieces of silver. "Give me one pound."
The vendor didn’t give Da Niu a chance to refuse. He quickly sliced off several pieces and wrapped them in oil paper.
"Tsk tsk." Da Niu hugged the package to his chest with some heartache. "I’ve never eaten anything this expensive before."
"Senior Brother, you should try some." Da Niu handed pieces to Qin Luo and Lin Shuying.
Qin Luo took a bite. The sweet, glutinous texture filled his mouth with a rich aroma. He nodded. "It’s worth the price."
Da Niu disagreed. "Even if it tastes good, it shouldn’t be that expensive. How much firewood would I have to chop to earn that..."
Noticing that Qin Luo was still wearing his simple blue robe, Lin Shuying spotted a silk shop nearby and gently pulled him forward.
"Shopkeeper, please pick out some clothes for this young master," she said familiarly.
The shopkeeper, who had been calculating accounts behind the counter, brightened at the sight of the handsome Qin Luo. Noticing Lin Shuying’s expensive embroidered dress, he immediately understood and hurried forward. "Of course! Please step inside, young master, while I take your measurements."
Though initially reluctant, Qin Luo was pushed inside by Lin Shuying.
With the shop now containing only Lin Shuying and Da Niu, the latter moved closer to her, intentionally or not. Lin Shuying, already leaning against the counter, had nowhere to retreat. She blushed as Da Niu gradually approached.
