"Then why didn't you go remind them?"
Fu Hua put a leaf of greens into her mouth and asked.
"I'm not their babysitter, and didn't you only ask me to make sure nobody got hurt?"
Seemingly noticing Cui Ji nearby, the Herrscher of Reason hurriedly greeted her.
"You're the new disciple, right? I'm your master, the Herrscher of Reason!"
"Ah, greetings, Master."
Nodding, the Herrscher of Reason continued.
"You're much better than that white-haired military girl."
"White-haired military girl? Do you mean Captain Anby?"
"Yes, her. You could tell at a glance she was from the military.
The moment she showed up, she kept stiffly saying 'report,' 'report.'"
"Alright, Little Herrscher, sit down and eat. You're practically standing on the table."
"Fine, fine, fine."
Waving a hand, the Herrscher of Reason sat down, then shook her head and leaned directly against Fu Hua's shoulder.
Cui Ji watched this new master of hers, whose behavior was so lively and unpredictable that she seemed like a child.
Then she looked at the other one, mature and steady, elegant and dignified.
Was this the legendary contrast?
"Hey, black-haired fox, you come here to train every day. How's it going?"
Hearing that, Hoshimi Miyabi, who had been quietly eating, raised her head and met the Herrscher of Reason's eyes.
"Lord Herrscher of Reason, every training session with you and Teacher has brought great improvement."
Touching her nose, the Herrscher of Reason heard Miyabi still using that form of address. She sat upright and patted her chest.
"Ahem. From now on, you don't need to seek out Old Fossil. I, the Herrscher of Reason, am proficient in all martial arts. I'm no worse than her."
"Really? Thank you so very much, Lord Herrscher of Reason."
Though she had indeed been a little impulsive back then, the Herrscher of Reason was no fool. She had long since realized what was going on.
Just then, Nicole called.
"Hello, Hua! Your little sister crushed my phone with one squeeze."
"That was the flip phone my grandmother passed down to me! It was a top-tier rare item! It breaks my heart!"
At once, the Herrscher of Reason, who had been showing off her skills in front of Hoshimi Miyabi, froze.
"Understood. I'll apologize to you on Little Herrscher's behalf. I'll send the compensation over shortly."
The call ended.
Fu Hua looked at the Herrscher of Reason, who was now sitting obediently.
Though there was no anger visible on her face,
Hoshimi Miyabi and Cui Ji across from her could still feel that overwhelming pressure.
"Little Herrscher, before you went, didn't I tell you to pay attention to other people's safety and not destroy things carelessly?
And I'm sure I emphasized this to you again and again..."
Like Tang Sanzang possessed, Fu Hua clasped her hands together beneath an imaginary cassock.
And began chanting her spell.
The moment the Herrscher of Reason heard those words, her head began to swell.
"I know, I was wrong! Old Fossil, stop chanting! Ah—"
Who knew how long passed before the Herrscher of Reason lay sprawled across the table like she had lost her soul.
Cui Ji had begun clearing the dishes, while Fu Hua and Miyabi sat in their chairs drinking tea.
At the foot of the mountain, Li Sushang was standing at a temporary food stall.
Looking at the fried pork chops and chicken legs on display, she could no longer resist.
"Boss, two fried pork chops, two fried chicken legs, and pack up two portions of fried rice too."
"Sure thing! Find somewhere to sit first."
She came over to the counter and sat down.
"Well, if it isn't Sushang. Why'd you come down the mountain to eat?"
Paipai, who was eating nearby, smiled and greeted her.
"Master Paipai, are you done with work?"
Hearing that, Paipai swallowed the fried rice in her mouth and waved a hand.
"Not yet, not yet. I still have a few more trips to make this afternoon."
"There was a Hollow Disaster in the city yesterday. It didn't affect you, did it?"
"Oh, the impact wasn't too bad. It just costs a little more in fuel."
Sushang nodded, feeling that it really wasn't easy.
But she did not have to wait long. After all, the owner was a skilled cook, and the food came out quickly.
"Alright, enjoy your meal. I'll head back up first."
"Mm, go on. Oh, right—doesn't Sect Master Fu Hua cook really well? Why are you still coming down to buy food?"
"Well, um... the other Ancestral Master wanted to try some local specialties, so I came down."
"Oh, I see. Then you have to try it properly. This place's fried rice is incredible."
"Alright, I'm already looking forward to it."
After saying goodbye to Paipai, Sushang carried the packed food toward the Taixu Sect.
Inside the mountain gate.
Since the afternoon training was still exhausting,
an afternoon nap was naturally essential.
Inside the bedroom, Fu Hua looked at Little Herrscher and spoke.
"Didn't I arrange a room for you?"
"That room hasn't been cleaned yet. I'll make do here for now."
Fu Hua nodded, about to agree, when the Herrscher of Reason suddenly seemed to sense something.
She headed outside.
"Um, Old Fossil, I just remembered I have something to do. Go ahead and sleep first!"
Watching her hurried retreating figure, Fu Hua shook her head.
"Sigh... those two. Forget it, I'll let them do as they please."
In the front courtyard, Li Sushang placed the food she had ordered on the table.
Little Herrscher arrived at just the right time.
"Oh, good little grand-disciple, what did you bring?"
"Fried rice, plus fried pork chops and chicken legs."
"Not bad. Come on, let's dig in immediately."
"Alright!"
The rice was covered in bright red tomato meat sauce.
Scooping up a large spoonful and putting it into her mouth, Sushang could not help but sigh.
"So good! There really are so many delicious foods here."
Beside her, Little Herrscher was likewise eating with grease all over her mouth.
"I say, Ancestral Master, why don't you persuade Ancestral Master? I really can't bear to watch my new martial aunt suffer."
"Old Fossil is stubborn as a mule. I doubt it'll work."
"I heard from the freight drivers at the foot of the mountain.
Before we arrived, Ancestral Master used to make normal meals."
"Is that so? It's fine. Me going alone definitely won't help. How about this—we endure for a few days first.
Once my disciple can't take it anymore, we'll persuade her together."
"Alright, then I'll listen to you, Ancestral Master."
That evening, it was steamed buns with Spring Never Ages again. Cui Ji still had not realized the severity of the situation.
The fifth day.
Hoshimi Miyabi spoke.
"Teacher, we suddenly have an urgent mission. We'll take our leave first."
"Mm, go. The mission comes first. Training can be taken slowly."
"Yes, Teacher."
After saying that, Hoshimi Miyabi shot straight out of Taixu Mountain at two hundred kilometers per hour.
"Looks like the mission really is urgent."
Fu Hua said calmly after taking a sip of tea.
Behind her, Little Herrscher and Sushang stared wordlessly at Fu Hua's back.
Two months passed.
During the afternoon break.
Before the stone table in the front courtyard.
Cui Ji frowned at the Herrscher of Reason.
"Master, didn't we agree you would go down the mountain to buy food today? Why did you make Sushang go again?"
"Sigh, show some care for the elderly. Isn't this Master training my eldest grand-disciple?"
"But you didn't go down the mountain three days ago either."
"Ahem, young people... you need ambition, especially you, Disciple. You're still in the beginning stage.
Your foundation must be as steady as an old dog."
"Martial Aunt, Ancestral Master, I bought the food back!!"
Li Sushang pushed open the door and walked in.
"Great, we can finally eat."
Cui Ji rubbed her little hands and asked.
"Where's my hamburger?"
"Don't worry, Martial Aunt. I bought the limited-edition mega burger."
Little Herrscher and Sushang watched Cui Ji hug the hamburger with the expression of a domineering Korean CEO.
The time had come.
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