The doors swung open, and Mu Ye's sturdy figure appeared. His face was wreathed in a broad smile, his delight clearly coming from the heart.
The spiritual herbs he had brought back from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well were more than enough for Jiang Xiu and A Ruheng's Body Tempering. What was more, he had a genuine, priceless Immortal Herb in his sack.
The Body Sect's days were gradually getting better.
"Master, what's going on?"
Looking at his master's satisfied smile, Jiang Xiu raised an eyebrow, surprise flickering in his purple eyes.
Could his master really have succeeded?
"Hahaha, let's talk inside. A-Heng's cooking, right? I can tell from the smell, though he's definitely used too much oil..."
Mu Ye waved his hand broadly. The vermilion doors behind him swung shut of their own accord, and he strode into the courtyard, patting Jiang Xiu on the shoulder to usher him inside.
"Mm." Jiang Xiu nodded slightly, then followed Mu Ye into the main hall with Na'er.
"Not bad at all. A talented young man and a beautiful young woman—quite a match. I'll have to find a time to discuss this with Tower Master Leng."
Watching the two youngsters behind him, Mu Ye was filled with relief. The corners of his mouth slowly lifted. He had watched them grow up, little by little.
Just as the three of them had taken their seats, footsteps sounded outside, accompanied by A Ruheng's cheerful voice.
"Ahahaha, chicken soup's here!"
A Ruheng carried a broad earthenware bowl into the main hall, talking as he walked. His voice was full of admiration for his own cooking.
"I picked this old hen out carefully. Hurry and try it. Master probably won't get to drink any... Master, you're back!"
A Ruheng raised his eyes and happened