Immortal Clerk, Little Widow

Su Mo's mind instantly cleared. He took a deep breath, his gaze falling on the brocade box.

"Immortal Cultivation Method?"

The allure of immortal cultivation was immense for anyone.

Especially since Su Mo had just witnessed the terrifying power of Lin Moyin, the immortal cultivator!

With a single finger, she could control his life and death, crushing him with ease.

Su Mo absolutely could not accept this.

In his previous life, society was stable, with laws to protect people, so they naturally wouldn't worry too much about such matters.

This world, however, was a world where the strong preyed on the weak!

Su Mo had originally thought he would need to max out Lin Moyin's favorability to obtain an immortal cultivation method from this quest NPC.

He never would have imagined.

Chen Bao, the salt smuggler, actually had an immortal cultivation method!

And he even offered it to him.

Su Mo narrowed his eyes, staring at the brocade box in his hand, then shifted his gaze to Chen Bao.

He slowly asked, "Immortal cultivation methods are incredibly precious."

"Uncle Chen, why would you give such a method to me?"

As Su Mo narrowed his eyes at him, Chen Bao actually felt Su Mo's gaze was as sharp as a knife!

At this moment, Su Mo no longer had any trace of the gentle scholar or the simpleton he usually appeared to be.

His heart couldn't help but tremble!

If others truly took him for Su Lengzi, they would suffer a great loss!

He then said in a deep voice, "This method is called Yang Tian Jue. Only males under twenty can cultivate it."

He sighed, "I am already over forty, and my daughter is a girl. If I kept this method, I would live in constant fear, worried it might be discovered by outsiders and bring trouble upon me!"

Saying this, Chen Bao met Su Mo's gaze as honestly as possible. "I won't mince words."

"Naturally, I believe Su Ya is intelligent and has boundless potential."

"That's why I decided to give this method to Su Ya, hoping to forge a good relationship. If something unexpected happens in the future, perhaps Su Ya can offer some assistance."

Su Mo was silent for a moment, then finally nodded and slowly said, "Uncle Chen, please rest assured!"

"I, your nephew, do not consider myself ungrateful."

"Whether I can cultivate this method or not, in the future, as long as it's within my power, no matter what happens, I will never let Uncle Chen down!"

Chen Bao smiled, "Uncle believes he hasn't misjudged!"

His expression turned serious. "However! Uncle still needs to remind you!"

"Immortal cultivation methods are no trivial matter. A slight mistake could lead to endless future troubles."

"After Su Ya obtains Yang Tian Jue, you must cultivate it cautiously. It would be best to find an immortal path cultivator to guide you."

"With Su Ya's connections, this shouldn't be difficult."

After speaking, he cupped his hands. "I've said all I need to say. I won't disturb Su Ya any longer!"

Su Mo responded in a deep voice, "This kid understands!"

He paused, then added, "If Uncle doesn't mind, please call me Su Mo, or nephew. I'm not used to being called Su Ya."

Chen Bao burst into laughter. "Alright then!"

"Old Uncle will take the liberty of calling you Worthy Nephew!"

"Farewell!"

Just for this change in address, giving away Yang Tian Jue was worth it!

Afterward, Chen Bao called over his daughter, Chen Qianyu, who was still blushing and secretly watching Su Mo from the side.

The father and daughter left the Su residence.

"Qianyu, what do you think of this Su Mo?"

After leaving the Su residence and getting into the carriage, Chen Bao turned to his daughter and asked.

Chen Qianyu's pretty face flushed slightly, and she softly replied, "He's... quite good."

Chen Bao nodded. "Your father hasn't misjudged!"

"This child is no ordinary person; he will surely transform into a dragon one day!"

His expression was serious and solemn. "His abilities are far beyond my estimation."

"A young prodigy like him will surely attract countless women to pursue him."

"You must seize this opportunity and don't let others get ahead of you!"

Old clothes are not as good as new, old friends are not as good as new.

Becoming Su Mo's first woman was of great significance, Chen Bao understood this truth very well!

He must take advantage of the few competitors and the proximity.

Chen Qianyu was not the only beautiful person in the world!

When Su Mo becomes successful.

He will enter the homes of officials and nobles, associate with dignitaries, and get to know educated and courteous young ladies from official families, the daughters of prominent clans.

It was hard to say if he would still look down on the daughter of a salt smuggler!

Hearing her father's words.

The heroic Chen's pretty face turned as red as blood, her head almost buried in her chest. She dared not meet her father's gaze even for a moment!

However, the image of Su Mo bowing and apologizing involuntarily appeared in her mind.

En!

A man apologizing looks so handsome!

After Chen Bao and his daughter left.

Su Mo took a deep breath and, suppressing his excitement, opened the brocade box.

Inside was an extremely ancient-looking jade scroll!

He picked up the jade scroll and unrolled it.

It was inscribed with traditional characters, and the beginning read "Yang Tian Jue".

The following introduction was incredibly impressive.

"Swallow the essence of the sun, absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, nourish your true soul, form a golden core within your abdomen, become impervious to all methods, and ward off spirits and demons."

Su Mo became even more excited!

If he succeeded in cultivating this Immortal Cultivation Method.

Wouldn't he become an Immortal Path Subordinate Clerk?

He couldn't become an Immortal Official for now.

It would be good to be an Immortal Clerk first!

Unfortunately, in the subsequent content, although Su Mo recognized every single character when read separately.

When they were put together, he was completely baffled.

It was as if nine out of ten apertures were open, but one remained blocked.

Su Mo immediately felt dejected.

He had originally thought that by obtaining an Immortal Cultivation Method, he could learn divine abilities, rival the Female Captain, and even subdue her.

After reading the true method, he realized how naive he had been!

Chen Bao was right.

He still needed guidance from an Immortal Path術士 (Shùshì -術士 is a term for a practitioner of Taoist magic or arts, often translated as sorcerer, wizard, or Daoist priest).

Su Mo dejectedly put away the jade scroll and placed it back in the brocade box.

Returning to his bedroom in the back, he felt the alcohol taking effect. Too lazy to wash up, he prepared to lie down and sleep.

Unexpectedly, Qin Bi'er came in, holding a wooden basin.

Seeing Su Mo inside, Qin Bi'er clearly showed a look of panic.

Su Mo stared at Qin Bi'er with wide eyes: "Qin... Bi'er, you didn't leave?"

He pointed at the wooden basin and asked, "What is this for?"

Su Mo had thought she had already left through the side door of the central courtyard.

He hadn't expected her to still be here!

Qin Bi'er's pretty face flushed with shame, and she explained in a low voice, "Uncle Chen... previously instructed this servant, fearing that Master might be drunk and have no one to look after him, so he asked this servant... asked this servant..."

Looking at Qin Bi'er's flushed cheeks, her fair skin that seemed to break with a touch, and her gracefully curved neck and shoulders.

Su Mo subconsciously swallowed.

He was already full of youthful vigor, and the alcohol was gradually taking hold. Madam Qin perfectly matched his aesthetic preferences.

How could he suppress himself!

Su Mo's gaze burned as he stared at the young widow, his breathing quickening.

But he still had a sliver of reason.

"Dian... Dian?"

Qin Bi'er's heart pounded like a startled deer under Su Mo's intense gaze, and she became flustered. She dared not meet his eyes, her voice as low as a mosquito's buzz: "Um... Dian Dian is already asleep in the side room."

"I'll… I'll wash your feet now, my lord."

After speaking, she bit her lip, mustered her courage, and stepped forward, bending down to remove Su Mo's boots. She gently lifted his feet and placed them in the basin.

The water temperature was just right.

Watching Qin Bi'er squat down to wash his feet.

At her collar, alluring scenery could be glimpsed.

A sudden thought surfaced in Su Mo's mind.

Transmigration is truly wonderful…

Just do it!

Like a drought receiving sweet rain, it grew more intense with each passing day.

He tormented the pitiful young widow for a good half hour before embracing her soft, boneless form and falling into a deep sleep.

When Su Mo woke up, the sky had completely brightened.

He found the quilt neatly covering him and a stack of folded, clean clothes placed by the bedside.

He instinctively reached out to touch the spot beside him, but found it empty.

Qin Bi'er had left at some point.

Su Mo assumed Qin Bi'er had gone to the side room to care for Dian Dian.

When he reached the side room, Dian Dian was gone.

Su Mo chuckled wryly.

Qin Bi'er probably didn't know how to face him and had snuck away.

He'd let her off the hook for now.

There would be plenty of opportunities to teach her a lesson later!

He washed his face and took a cold shower.

Returning to the bedroom, he finally remembered that he seemed to have obtained an Immortal Cultivation Method yesterday.

But he'd forgotten where he'd put it.

He quickly searched and found the brocade box and money pouch, both safely stored in the cabinet.

It was clear Qin Bi'er had tidied them away.

He opened the brocade box and money pouch.

The jade scroll and the Demon Subduing Pestle were both there.

Su Mo breathed a sigh of relief.

Just as he placed the two items together, preparing to put them both into the brocade box.

An anomaly occurred!

The moment the Demon Subduing Pestle touched the jade scroll, it suddenly erupted with golden light. Golden runes appeared on the pestle's body, and the pestle became scorching hot to the touch!