The Arrogant Immortal
Chapter 154 - 153: This Person is That Who

Chapter 154: Chapter 153: This Person is That Who

This time, Chaoyan summoned Xie Jiuniang because the subsequent matters had been resolved.

The Main Peak Lineage took the lead and bit off a large chunk of the Wu Family’s flesh.

Chaoyan handed Xie Jiuniang a Storage Ring, "Inside are some compensations from the Wu Family, in addition, the Elixirs refined from the last batch of Spirit Plants, and the materials extracted from the last Stone Elephant..."

Xie Jiuniang’s little face was quite surprised, "Master, I don’t want the Wu Family’s compensation, just give it to those who contributed."

"Young girl, do you think everyone has been running around for nothing?" Chaoyan’s smile was meaningful.

Xie Jiuniang instantly understood.

Alright, she was too naive!

Indeed, Chaoyan said, "In addition to cultivation resources, the Wu Family also offered up a mining vein."

The lion’s share went to the Main Peak Lineage, while a small part went to her as the party involved. It was the same old truth, without tangible benefits, who would make the effort? They’re not your father, after all.

At the same time, Chaoyan talked about some follow-up matters.

Mo Chuan stepped in, simply making a trip to the Discipline Hall to clarify the situation, which was neither painful nor itchy, with no consequences.

The four disciples who attacked her in the maze had already had their cultivation bases crippled and were expelled from the Sect. Liu Ya was punished with five years of mining, while Miao Shu was sent to the Cliff of Reflection for a month.

Xie Jiuniang asked doubtfully, "Aren’t the charges against Liu Ya and Miao Shu the same? Why are the punishments different? Going to the Cliff of Reflection for a month is much lighter than being sentenced to mining for five years."

"There was a Divinity Transformation who intervened on her behalf..." Chaoyan had heard a bit of news.

What followed was Xie Jiuniang asking Chaoyan about cultivation issues, and Chaoyan patiently explained them one by one.

After staying for half a day, Xie Jiuniang left the mountaintop.

She slowly flew towards her cave abode on the Little Immortal Crane.

In Zhengyang Peak’s orchard, the ripe fruits had already been picked.

Part of the Spiritual Fields had been harvested and were now lying fallow, with the remainder needing one or two more months.

It was at this time that Xie Jiuniang thought she should find someone to manage them, as it would be impossible for her to do it herself.

Whom should she ask to manage them?

She was most inclined towards Bai Mudan.

Bai Mudan specialized in wood-element cultivation techniques and was adept at planting.

Of course, she wouldn’t force the issue; it would be entirely voluntary.

She would ask for her intention when they met.

Three days later was the day Xie Jiuniang had agreed to meet with Xie Siniang.

Early in the morning, as dawn first broke.

Beautiful peaks appeared, hidden among the colorful clouds.

Xie Jiuniang was again shuttling through the clouds on the Little Immortal Crane.

Along the way, she attracted quite a bit of attention.

The reason was that the Little Immortal Crane was moving at a speed that surpassed Foundation Establishment Disciples’ sword flight,

Several disciples, upon seeing this unusual sight, nearly fell off their swords.

"Fuck, was that really an Immortal Crane that just flew by? Why was it so fast?"

"It really was an Immortal Crane..."

"I’ve broadened my horizons. I’d heard that someone from the Outer Sect had a Little Immortal Crane that flew exceptionally fast, but I didn’t quite believe it."

"That person is just the one..."

Inner Sect Disciples chatted excitedly.

In the past, the Little Profiteer became well-known for having a Little Immortal Crane that ran very fast.

However, the Inner Sect Disciples had almost never seen it with their own eyes; they were all somewhat skeptical. Some had tried deliberately to test it, but no one could get the Immortal Crane to fly fast, and afterwards, even fewer believed it.

Now that the truth was right before their eyes, they couldn’t help but believe.

Xie Jiuniang arrived at the small waterfall on Shihao Mountain.

Some Xie Family Disciples were already in Xie Siniang’s small courtyard.

The dozen or so people who had entered the Sect together were not all there, as several had not yet left seclusion. Xuanyuan You was also not present, leading Xie Jiuniang to suspect he had not left seclusion yet either.

Xie Xu and Bai Mudan were here, along with Shi Qi and his friend, but Zhou Ning was the only one missing.

When Xie Jiuniang entered the courtyard, she even saw Xie Haoran and Xie Ying.

Beside Xie Haoran was a boy, none other than Xie Haoen, the illegitimate son of her eldest uncle.

As soon as everyone saw Xie Jiuniang, they were extremely enthusiastic.

"Xiaojiu, come over here and sit down; we were just waiting for you," Xie Siniang pulled her into a chair.

Xie Jiuniang smiled and offered her congratulations, then presented her gift.

"Oh, you are too kind," said Xie Siniang, her mouth speaking politeness, yet she accepted the gift without any hesitation.

Xie Jiuniang beamed with joy, then first greeted Xie Xu, followed by saying hello to everyone one by one, and finally her gaze fell back onto the Water Kirin cradled in Xie Ying’s arms.

"Master! Little Shuishui missed you so much."

The Water Kirin happily used mind-speak, its voice childlike, resembling that of a three- or four-year-old child.

Xie Jiuniang raised her eyebrows slightly and responded telepathically, "Little Shuishui?"

"Yes, Little Sword, Little Shuishui!" The Water Kirin proudly named itself as if it were the most natural thing to do.

Xie Jiuniang almost laughed out loud, "Alright then, we’ll call you Little Shuishui, and you can choose a formal name when you grow up."

"Okay, okay, thank you, Master." The Water Kirin was elated, its only regret was that it couldn’t see its master often, "Little Shuishui knows Master is in the Inner Sect, I wanted to find you, but I didn’t get the chance."

"Well, when you find the chance, come over, don’t rush."

Xie Jiuniang said perfunctorily.

Seeing Xie Jiuniang’s gaze on the Water Kirin, Xie Ying thought of something.

She sat up proudly, slightly lifted her chin, and posed with a reserved air.

Xie Ying said with a smile, "Do you like this Water Kirin, Ninth Sister?"

"It’s alright. I heard it was malnourished; have you cured it?" Xie Jiuniang asked with a teasing smile.

At these words, Xie Ying’s smile froze, and her pride was instantly deflated.

Xie Haoran was quite helpless.

The sisters always argued when they met...

It was then Xie Xu who stepped in and suggested, "Everyone’s here, should we serve the food?"

"Sure, I’ve been preparing for two days," proclaimed Xie Siniang as she laid out a large array of food.

Elegant pastries, various Spirit Fruits, and also Spiritual Wine, among other things.

She had also prepared for a barbecue on the spot for anyone who wanted it.

As cultivators, they shouldn’t indulge in gluttony, but before mastering the art of fasting, they still couldn’t do without food. At a happy gathering, it wouldn’t do for everyone just to sit around motionless.

Thus, delicious food became essential.

Once everyone started eating, the atmosphere relaxed, and they chatted about everything under the sun. Even the death of Wu Shuangshuang became a topic of gossip.

Bai Mudan roasted a piece of Demonic Beast Meat, handed it to Xie Jiuniang, and subtly transmitted her voice, "Master, my brother wishes to see you; he says there is something he must discuss with you in person."

"Where is he?" asked Xie Jiuniang as she took a bite of the roasted meat.

"In the Sect Market, he’s rented a small courtyard to stay in."

"You arrange a time," said Xie Jiuniang without refusal.

Some time had passed, and Bai Ruiting should have recovered quite a bit by then.

Xie Jiuniang’s gaze swept over Shi Qi and others before settling on Bai Mudan’s gentle face.

Bai Mudan was smiling, seeming to be in a good mood.

But underneath, she couldn’t hide a trace of haggardness.

Xie Jiuniang asked, "What happened recently?"

"We found the person..." Bai Mudan had found the one who betrayed her after returning that day, "It was someone I never would have thought of."

"Zhou Ning?"

Xie Jiuniang thought of the girl who seemed to lack any guile.

To be honest, she was surprised.

Bai Mudan recounted the twists and turns of the story.

Zhou Ning had always been well-behaved, but she couldn’t stand against Wu Tong threatening her family.

Caught between her family and Bai Mudan, Zhou Ning chose her family.

After joining the Tianxu Sect, Zhou Ning brought her family to live in the Sect Market, where they lived quietly until...

Bai Mudan said with difficulty, "This is my fault for implicating her."

"So how did you deal with it?" Xie Jiuniang asked pointedly.

"I let her leave the Market under the pretext of going out for training, taking her family with her. She agreed and even said she would leave the Eastern Region," Bai Mudan ultimately couldn’t bring herself to be ruthless.

Xie Jiuniang made no comment and said nothing further.

Bai Mudan was left feeling uneasy.