Qing Shuang had deliberately steered the conversation toward spiritual treasures that could repair one's foundation, clearly with her own interests in mind.
Xiao Yuankui had forcibly used her for cultivation, damaging her foundation, causing her cultivation to plummet, and making any future breakthroughs all but impossible.
If she could find such a spiritual treasure, her greatest trouble would naturally be resolved.
Song Wen felt no displeasure at Qing Shuang privately scheming for her own benefit.
Neither of them had expected Zhu Yanqiu to approach them today.
Their original plan had simply been to make a show of things and spread word that "Leng Shuang" was a peerless beauty from afar, thereby luring Xiao Yuankui out.
However, Zhu Yanqiu held a respectable position. Considering that he might know Xiao Yuankui, the two had decided to play along with him.
Qing Shuang's initiative in mentioning "spiritual treasures that could repair one's foundation" might well provide the opening they needed to draw Xiao Yuankui out.
After all, such treasures were rare. Even someone of Zhu Yanqiu's standing could hardly be carrying one around.
If he wanted to curry favor with "Leng Shuang," he would very likely seek help from the Xiao Household.
After hearing her words, Zhu Yanqiu frowned slightly.
"Something that can repair one's foundation is rather difficult to find. Still... if you want it, Miss Leng, I will certainly do my utmost."
A look of delight immediately appeared in Qing Shuang's eyes.
"Then let me thank you in advance on my friend's behalf, Fellow Daoist Zhu."
"No need to stand on ceremony, Miss Leng." Zhu Yanqiu's delight showed plainly on his face.
After the meal, they exchanged their lodging addresses, then parted ways.
Song Wen and Qing Shuang naturally returned to the Looking-Immortal Inn.
Two days later.
Zhu Yanqiu came