[Tongtian saw that Duobao had silently decided to go to the Western Teachings. He pulled out a hazy purple aura from his robes and held it out before Duobao.
"What are you standing there for? Take it."
Tongtian's tone was as casual as if he were handing over an ordinary Spirit Fruit.
Duobao's voice trembled. "Master... this is far too precious..."
Tongtian scoffed. "Precious, my ass. It's just taking up space sitting around. It's perfect for you."
With trembling hands, Duobao accepted it. The Violet Qi settled obediently into his palm.
Su Miao slipped a jade-green bracelet from her wrist and placed it around Duobao's.
"It contains Alchemical Pills, Spiritual Materials, Dharma Artifacts, and some little things I've collected.
Don't wrong yourself after going to the West.
If you lack anything, send word back. Your martial sister will mail it to you."
Duobao's Adam's apple bobbed, his voice catching. "Thank you, martial sister..."
Su Miao patted his shoulder. "What are you thanking me for? Remember to come back often when you have time."]
Duobao quietly watched the entire scene.
"Master would never do that. He has too many disciples. If one leaves, there'll be another.
But the Master in the light screen only has me."
Jin Ling, seated beside him, looked at the light screen and spoke softly.
"Eldest Martial Brother, it's not that Master has never valued us. It's just that, with so many martial brothers and sisters, he has never been willing to show his favoritism openly."
Duobao raised his head and tugged at the corner of his mouth, but no smile came.
Compared to his other junior brothers, Master had already treated him well enough.
But the open favor shown in the light screen was something he had never dared to hope for.
Gui Ling bit her