Senior, what exactly are you talking about?

At this moment, Lu Yaoyao smiled and said, "As long as the chicken is found, that's good. I was still thinking of earning those three thousand Spirit Stones from you, Senior Brother. It seems there's no chance now."

Yan Xiaohu muttered softly, "I wanted to earn them too, otherwise I wouldn't have forced my way in and clashed with them at the start."

Zhou Qing said, "I'm still very grateful to Junior Sister Lu, Senior Brother Li, and Senior Brother He for helping last night. Thankfully, it was a false alarm. Today, my treat! Let's go to Jade Cuisine Hall!"

Now that he had three thousand Spirit Stones, the chicken was found, and it even laid a Spirit Egg with almost no impurities, the crisis was resolved, and he had these Heart Insight Points. He definitely had to celebrate properly.

Including himself, there were six people in total. One or two hundred Spirit Stones would be enough.

Consider it spending money to avert disaster.

Upon hearing that Zhou Qing was treating, Lu Yaoyao immediately cheered.

Senior Sister Shi Zhen originally wanted to decline, but Zhou Qing repeatedly invited her.

After all, you treated me last time, so it should be my turn this time.

Afterward, the group headed straight for Jade Cuisine Hall, found a private room, and began ordering dishes like crazy.

During this time, the others asked what was so special about that chicken that made Zhou Qing care so much.

Zhou Qing could only lie, saying they had developed feelings for each other, especially since it woke him up on time every morning to cultivate. It was a decent pet.

Lu Yaoyao, however, was puzzled, Do old hens crow too?

Yan Xiaohu was eating with a mouth full of oil, spitting saliva as he recounted his heroic deeds from the past.

In contrast, Li Daoxuan and He Han both kept straight faces. Only out of consideration for their Little Junior Sister did they occasionally take a few bites. After all, they came here often. The Second Child's birthday was even celebrated here last time.

"Two hundred and fifty-one?"

When Zhou Qing was paying the bill, he couldn't help but stare at the menu in a daze.

"That's right. The prices of the dishes are clearly marked. You can calculate it yourself. Of course, I'll round down the odd amount for you, so it's two hundred and fifty," the Jade Cuisine Hall Master said with a smile.

Zhou Qing looked at the bill again, always feeling that this number was a bit insulting.

"What if it's two hundred and fifty-four? Can you also round down the odd amount?" Zhou Qing asked.

The Hall Master was puzzled, but seeing that everyone eating today was a Core Disciple, he nodded afterward. "Of course."

"Alright then, bring us five more servings of this sweet soup. That makes it exactly two hundred and fifty-four Spirit Stones. Rounding down the odd amount, it's two hundred and fifty, right? Please take it. Oh, right, I've already ordered five servings, can you give us one more? After all, there are six of us, otherwise it would be too awkward," Zhou Qing negotiated.

The Hall Master was momentarily stunned.

Wait, I've already settled the bill, so why am I losing four Spirit Stones and six bowls of sweet soup?

"Thank you, Hall Master. We'll come again another day. I wish the Hall Master a prosperous business! Also, add more red dates to the sweet soup!"

After Zhou Qing finished speaking, he walked towards the private room with a happy face.

In the afternoon, the group went to Flame Dragon City together, just to help digest their food.

To be safe, Zhou Qing didn't dare to walk the chicken this time. Instead, he kept it locked in the courtyard. With the barrier there, it shouldn't be able to fly out.

Soon, Li Daoxuan and the other two left. After all, they really didn't want their Little Junior Sister to have too much contact with these two from Little Spirit Peak.

Didn't you see how Zhou Qing, under Yan Xiaohu's guidance, has already become unstoppable?

As for Senior Sister Shi Zhen, she also planned to wander around more. After all, the Five Sects Treasure Exchange Gathering was nearing its end, and more and more good items were starting to appear.

Of course, even more people were holding that sneaky portrait and discussing non-stop, all guessing who the other party was. What great fortune! To be able to see so many female disciples bathing and showering at once.

Zhou Qing's ears were red, while Yan Xiaohu looked indifferent.

"Don't be guilty, stand up straight, just pretend this has nothing to do with you," Yan Xiaohu said.

Zhou Qing just wanted to use up his [Daily Appraisal] opportunity as quickly as possible and then stay at home.

"Huh, that old man isn't setting up his stall today? Could he have left?"

Soon, Yan Xiaohu noticed that the blind box stall was gone and couldn't help but speak up.

Zhou Qing followed his gaze and indeed, he wasn't there.

"Are you... looking for me?" Just then, a sinister voice suddenly sounded from behind them, startling both of them.

Turning their heads, they saw Second Uncle hunched over, his face full of wrinkles.

"You scared me to death!" Yan Xiaohu cursed, clutching his chest.

Zhou Qing subconsciously looked at the note above his head. Sure enough, it had changed from the previous [Lucky Little Kid] to [Little Kid With My Old Style].

Uh...

No wonder Master said that his peers were willing to drink and chat with him, and his Senior Sisters and Junior Sisters liked to wander around his residence every night.

You wouldn't happen to also like peeking at others bathing, would you?

"I have to leave for a while!" Second Uncle suddenly said.

Both of them were stunned.

What does your leaving have to do with us? We're not close enough for us to see you off.

Zhou Qing, however, knew that Second Uncle was talking to him.

But it's good that you're leaving, so I don't have to worry, afraid that you'll be caught and then turn me in.

"Then I wish Senior a smooth journey!" Zhou Qing said with a happy expression.

Second Uncle smiled, then said to Yan Xiaohu, "Lend me your Junior Brother for a moment."

"What do you mean? My Junior Brother isn't an object, how can you use the word 'lend'..."

But before Yan Xiaohu could finish speaking, he saw the old man in front of him suddenly grab Zhou Qing's shoulder and instantly disappear in front of him.

When he came back to his senses, he felt utterly incredible.

This old man was actually a master!!!

Oh my god, he always thought this was just an ordinary old man with low talent. After all, whether it was Qi Condensation or Foundation Establishment, there were always some people who were already white-haired and old due to insufficient talent and resources.

It's over, could it be that Fourth Child continuously gambled good things from him, and he's preparing to retaliate?

Thinking of this, Yan Xiaohu immediately became worried and quickly started searching...

At this moment, Zhou Qing felt as if he had returned to that trip to the Grotto-Heaven. The surrounding scenery rapidly receded, but soon his feet touched solid ground.

When he opened his eyes again, he was surprised to find himself on a mountaintop, surrounded by layers of clouds and mist.

Had he already left Flame Dragon City?

"I've been thinking, did you recognize me a long time ago?" Second Uncle's voice sounded beside him.

Zhou Qing turned his head and saw Second Uncle staring intently at him.

His heart skipped a beat. He quickly took a step back, looking puzzled. "Senior, what are you talking about? I don't understand."

"Keep pretending, keep pretending. People can lie about anything, but not their eyes. I saw it clearly just now. How exactly did you discover me?" Second Uncle was full of curiosity.

As expected, in front of such an old fox, Zhou Qing was still too green.

But he still pretended to be ignorant and bowed. "Senior, I'm confused. Did you mistake me for someone else?"

"Heh heh, alright. I don't like to force things, I prefer to explore mysteries. Actually, asking it out makes it less interesting. I feel like life would lose a lot of fun. This gives me something to look forward to."

Second Uncle spoke with a half-smile.

Zhou Qing gave an awkward smile.

"I still don't understand what you're talking about, Senior."

Second Uncle waved his hand. "Forget it, let's not talk about this. As I said just now, I plan to leave for a while to do something very important. Before I leave, seeing as we've met multiple times, I'll give you some good fortune."

Zhou Qing, upon hearing this, fearfully took a few steps back.

You're not planning to harm me with this good fortune, are you?