Returning the Favor

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This portrait of Ju Yunxiu is quite interesting.

Today, Ju Yunxiu exudes an intellectual and serene aura, her clothing flowing and elegant, her sleeves billowing like clouds; simply sitting there, she appears like a celestial Fairy. In the painting Ju Yunxiu in a green silk skirt, is youthful and sweet, her smile innocent and pure, just like Qing Cha today...

Although their faces are exactly the same, their temperaments have been completely different.

But no matter what, everyone can see that this is indeed Ju Yunxiu, or more likely a painting based on a blend of Ju Yunxiu's and Qing Cha's styles? If that's the case, then Qin Yi's intentions are quite something; he wants them all?

That being said, Qing Cha's name is "disciple," but she is actually a maid, so it's normal for her to be part of the dowry.

This Zither, Chess, Calligraphy, Painting Sect, calligraphers, painters, and musicians was already a "lonely man and woman" relationship. Well, the dowry maids had no rights. Under these circumstances, the man carrying the woman's portrait was quite a blatant implication.

It has been confirmed that the evil practices of the Great Joy Temple do not exist. Anyway, it is never wrong to admire a beautiful woman, but this is not a problem, it is perfectly natural.

Interestingly, this Junior Brother Qin was quite bold. Knowing full well what he was secretly carrying, he actually unfolded it in public to show it off. Clearly, he was unwilling to give up his secret admiration and was taking this opportunity to openly express his love!

One fool couldn't help but blurt out, "Say yes!"

Someone angrily retorted, "No way! It's not that easy!"

Then some busybodies egged them on. "Say yes!"

The opposition was furious. "Get him out of here!"

Qing Cha picked up the camellia, jumped up, and waved her hands, shouting, "Together! Together!"

Many people looked at her askance, "Are you really that clueless? He's planning to get you as part of his dowry, do you know that?"

However, the young girl's shouting and jumping were really amusing, and caught up in the rhythm, many people nearby laughed and cheered, "Get together, get together!"

Amidst the chaotic atmosphere, Qin Yi, his face flushed, looked at Ju Yunxiu, whose face was also red. Ju Yunxiu looked embarrassed and annoyed, but remained silent.

She knew the painting wasn't Qin Yi's, because she knew it was painted by her master. The painting depicted Ju Yunxiu her carefree youth before she took on the responsibility of the sect, and it had nothing to do with Qing Cha or a single copper coin.

She thought the painting should have been buried with her master, so how did it end up in Qin Yi's hands?

The specific reasons are naturally impossible to investigate at this moment. The problem she is facing now is that everyone thinks Qin Yi has feelings for her. Can she continue to keep Qin Yi by her side?

If it were for the sake of one's own reputation, one should have publicly criticized Qin Yi at this point, or even more ruthlessly Expelled from the Sect, or told the Craftsman Branch to take him if they liked.

But she couldn't bring herself to say it.

But if she doesn't say anything and just sits here with a blush on her face, what's the difference between that and admitting that she wants to be with Qin Yi?

Ju Yunxiu really didn't know how to handle this situation and was extremely embarrassed and annoyed.

Qin Yi was equally embarrassed and annoyed. He used his chess-obsessed uncle's one-time Law Treasure, "Yin Yang Maze," to perform a "Shape-Shifting" with the items in Zheng Yunyi's ring. He secretly swapped his small ring, which contained the lewd toys and Cultivation Method of the Great Joy Temple, with Zheng Yunyi's painting.

When exchanging items, he instinctively went for the painting, unaware that it depicted Ju Yunxiu! He couldn't say the painting wasn't his, or others would see it as a public confession of a secret crush on Ju Yunxiu!

Enraged by the jeers, he grabbed the presiding elder and said, "The competition isn't over yet! I've also figured out what's in Senior Brother Zheng's ring. Please verify it, Elder!"

Zheng Yunyi's expression changed drastically as he took a step back.

The elder gave him a strange look and asked Qin Yi, "What did Junior Nephew Qin calculate?"

Qin Yi pointed at Zheng Yunyi: "His ring contains items from the Great Joy Temple, including not only Cultivation Method but also sex toys!"

The jeers paused briefly, then erupted into an even greater uproar.

Zheng Yunyi turned and ran.

The elder stepped forward and grabbed him by the back of his collar. "Junior Nephew Zheng, where are you going?"

"Can't I just admit defeat?"

"This isn't about winning or losing." The elder's expression was serious. "Right now, everyone in the Celestial Palace wants to know if there's anything from the Great Joy Temple in your ring, or if you're going to make a false accusation. You've already forced Junior Nephew Qin to confess his crush, which has had a huge impact on him. Shouldn't you show him something fair too?"

"I'm so angry..." Qin Yi almost vomited blood. It seemed that he couldn't wash away the image of being forced to reveal his crush.

"I'm so angry..." Zheng Yunyi also so frustrated he felt like he was about to vomit blood.

Is it true that Qin Yi cheated and switched the items?

Nobody believes you! In front of everyone, the two of them didn't even touch each other, how could you possibly exchange your things?

Heavenly Mystery Child said calmly, "We concede this battle..."

"Bah!" Ju Yunxiu slammed her hand on the table. "My people search the rings, but yours hide and run? Do you think my sect is easy to bully?"

Heavenly Mystery Child glanced at her and said, "You're blushing and lost in thought, so keep going. What's with this look of you standing up for your lover?"

The other two sect leaders also said, "This matter must be handled fairly. Nephew Zheng should have Elder Wu investigate. Nephew Qin isn't afraid of being found out, so what are you afraid of?"

With the score at three to one, Heavenly Mystery Child shook his head and finally fell silent.

Zheng Yunyi was helplessly pulled back by Elder Wu, who placed a finger on his ring.

"Five swords, one folding fan, three sets of tortoise shells, one tube of divination sticks, a quantity of Spirit Stone, a quantity of pills..." Elder Wu slowly reported, "And there's also a low-end small Storage Ring, inside which is..."

Zheng Yunyi couldn't even lift his head.

"Inside the ring are: a Jade Horned Gentleman, Jade That Thing... Automatic Bouncing Ball..."

"Pfft..." The whole audience burst into laughter.

"An Image-Recording Mirror, containing a scene depicting a monk and a woman in a rather creative pose..."

"Pfft, hahaha..." someone burst into laughter. "Senior Brother Zheng has such good taste!"

One of the members of the Prostitution Sect called out, "Elder Wu, don't leave yet! Show us what position is!"

Elder Wu slowly said, "There is also... the first volume of the 'Great Joy Heaven and Earth Blissful Union Sutra'."

The playful banter in the arena ceased abruptly, and a quiet atmosphere gradually descended.

Zheng Yunyi sighed, not bothering to insist that it wasn't his. He knew no one would believe him if he denied it, so he readily admitted, "I once killed a lewd monk from Great Joy Temple and kept some spoils of war. But I've never used these things. Master, you can check my magic."

Honestly, even if I've used it, it's not a big deal; it's just a little embarrassing.

The reason Qin Yi possessed these items was inappropriate is because he was alone with a woman there. The implication of using these items was extremely lewd and clearly aimed at Ju Yunxiu. Their goal was to force Qin Yi to leave Ju Yunxiu's side. This was a strategic objective between sects, not an attempt to cause Qin Yi any great harm.

Zheng Yunyi doesn't have this problem. Even if he uses it, he might as well use it. The Prostitution Sect might even welcome it.

But at this moment, with his attempt to frame someone backfiring, it was extremely humiliating. It could be said that the reputation he had built up over hundreds of years in the Celestial Palace was ruined in an instant. From now on, whenever others see him, they will inevitably remember this day and the little secret in the ring.

However, Zheng Yunyi had already recovered from his initial blunder and, with a nonchalant expression, took out his fan and waved it. "Senior Brother of the Prostitution Sect, I will share the mirror poses with you another day when I have time. I have lost face today because of my failed scheme, so I will take my leave for now."

After speaking, he bowed gracefully to everyone and turned to leave the mountain.

However, upon reaching the edge of the mountain path, he accidentally stumbled, revealing that he wasn't entirely calm.

Qin Yi admired the composure of these cunning old foxes. He watched Zheng Yunyi's retreating figure, then surveyed the room and announced loudly, "I'm too embarrassed to go back and face my Senior Sister today, so I might as well stay a little longer. Anyone else who wants to discuss Dao with me, I'll take them all!"

Both sides found it amusing, each claiming the other's things as their own, and each suffered the consequences.

However, it's still hard to say whether Qin Yi's fruit is bitter or not.

The disciples from various sects hesitated, glancing at Qin Yi on the stage. For a moment, none dared to challenge him. Zheng Yunyi, a renowned figure for many years and highly respected among the disciples of the Immortal Palace, had been utterly humiliated and disgraced. Could anyone else really win?

For a moment, no one challenged him. The mountain wind blew, and Qin Yi, his green robe fluttering, stood tall in the center, suddenly exuding an air of unrivaled dominance.

Ju Yunxiu stared at his upright figure, somewhat lost in thought.