After the Xuanji Sect was established in Eastern Dawn Valley, Xie Feng led everyone to rebuild the sect, making it appear even more understated and luxurious.
The Golden Armor volunteered to guard the gate.
He is very powerful, but because he is not a living being, he cannot be judged by the current realms of the Origin Realm.
But one thing is certain: unless it's Extreme Dao weapon, no ordinary person can be his match!
Even if...
The Indestructible Realm!
With such a powerful gatekeeper, the safety of the Xuanji Sect can be said to be worry-free.
Yue Heng also stayed on as an elder.
He teaches Sword Dao, Formation, Medical Dao, Literary Dao.
This person is unassuming and doesn't show off her abilities. If she hadn't become an elder, Xie Feng wouldn't have known she knew so much!
Moreover, her skills were superb; Xie Feng had observed her classes and was amazed by their excellence!
With Yue Heng around, Sushang is much easier. Previously, Xie Feng was in charge of external affairs, while she was in charge of internal affairs. She handled all the big and small matters of the sect and also taught the disciples. Now, she only needs to teach Dao of Alchemy!
What she cares about most is Dao of Alchemy!
Two days passed in this way.
In Eastern Dawn Valley, a bleak winter arrives, with a continuous heavy snowfall. Weary birds are trapped in their nests, and the green mountains and waters resemble white-haired old men.
That evening.
A cold, snowy night with a biting north wind.
Xie Feng sat cross-legged on a futon, a pot of wine warming on a red clay stove. The door was wide open, and the snow scene outside was serene.
"Brother, if you don't drink, why are you warming the wine?"
Sushang was beside her. Instead of sitting properly, she carried a futon to the door, sat cross-legged, leaned her head back against the door frame, and her almond-shaped eyes were bright and lively.
Xie Feng said, "Newly brewed wine, green as ants; a small red clay stove, a gentle fire. Evening approaches, snow is imminent; shall we share a cup?"... Such a scene deserves a cup of wine to truly be considered classic!
Sushang smiled and said, "That's true!"
"What a beautiful poem!"
When it came to poetry, Kong Qiusu couldn't sit still.
He nodded in approval.
Beside him, Little Sword leaned against his leg, fast asleep.
Xie Feng laughed and said, "This is not my poem; the author is someone else."
Kong Qiusu asked, "Who is he?"
Xie Feng exclaimed, " The Poetry Demon!"
"To call someone a demon speaks volumes about their passion and achievements in Literary Dao. However... I've never heard of such a person before, what a pity!"
Kong Qiusu his head and sighed.
Xie Feng smiled and said, "There are many hidden masters, so it's understandable that you haven't heard of them, Senior Brother."
on the contrary...
If the eldest brother knew about Bai Juyi, that would be truly terrifying!
"The night is deep and the snow is heavy, I am all alone and bored, why not drink some wine!" Kong Qiusu with a slight smile, then raised his hand slightly and produced a pot of wine and a scroll out of thin air.
Enjoying wine with poetry is quite pleasant; three cups are in order.
Xie Feng poured himself a glass of wine, took a sip, and gazed leisurely at the snow scene outside the door.
Sushang said, "It's been so long since I've felt like this, just sitting quietly, without having to think about anything else, without fighting, without running around..."
Xie Feng sighed, "Yes, it's really nice!"
"Brother, do you remember how I used to do a lot of silly things when we were little? Once, you went to the storeroom, and I peeked through the door. I accidentally pushed the door open, fell to my knees with a thud, and even kowtowed, thinking I was being clever! Haha!"
Sushang turned his head, smiled with narrowed eyes, and recounted the wonderful memories of those years.
Xie Feng smiled and said, "I remember!"
Sushang asked casually, "Brother, what do you think of me?"
"View?"
What am I to you?
"Kind, lovely, and becoming more and more mature!"
"I..."
Upon hearing this, Sushang clenched her fist, seemingly wanting to say something but then stopping herself.
Xie Feng asked, "What's wrong?"
Sushang knelt on the prayer mat, stretched out his arms, and used the mat as a boat, rowing towards Xie Feng.
She poured herself a glass of wine, then took a deep breath and looked directly at Xie Feng:
"Brother, do you like me?"
"Like."
Xie Feng casually patted her head.
Sushang shook her head. "I mean... that kind of liking!"
Xie Feng understood immediately, but deliberately teased her, "That kind? Which kind?"
Sushang said with a serious expression, "I'm not joking!"
Xie Feng fell silent.
His expression gradually turned serious. Tracing Back his feelings, he realized that his relationship with Sushang had always been more about family than anything else!
I love you and want to be with you forever!
She looked directly at Xie Feng.
It's very brave of a girl to take the initiative to express her feelings!
She added, "It's okay if you don't like it, you can stay silent!"
Xie Feng remained silent.
Sushang also remained silent.
A moment later.
Xie Feng said earnestly, "In my heart, you've always been a child, a younger sister. My feelings for you are more like family, which is why I don't feel much distance from you. I know someone like me is very capable, but love can't be forced. I can't overcome the feeling I have for you as a younger sister!"
Sushang lowered her eyes, bit her lip, and stood up. "I... I drank too much, brother, I'll be going now!"
She ran away in a hurry.
On the clay stove, a full cup of untouched wine rests.
A moment of silence fell over the space.
Kong Qiusu's voice came through. "Um, eavesdropping isn't good, do I need to leave for a bit?"
Xie Feng: "..."
You've already listened to the whole thing, why are you leaving?
That's so hypocritical!
Kong Qiusu asked, "People change. A little girl can't stay a little girl forever. Your heart will be the same. Just follow your own thoughts."
Xie Feng sighed.
He stared at the snow and sat alone until dawn.
The next day.
Buzz...
The sound transmission talisman vibrates.
Xie Feng remained seated on the futon. Upon hearing this, he took out a communication talisman.
"Brother Xie, I've found the Origin-Shaping Wood you asked me to look into!"
Su Jin's voice came through!
Xie Feng's spirits lifted suddenly, and he asked in a deep voice, "Brother Su, where is the Origin-Shaping Wood?"
Su Jin said, "This thing you want is extremely rare; it's almost nonexistent in big cities. I searched for a long time and finally found it in the hands of a hermit in a remote, impoverished area! But he has conditions, which I can't fulfill!"
Xie Feng asked, "What are your requirements?"
Su Jin said, "I told him I wanted to buy Origin-Shaping Wood and let him name his price, but he said I wasn't the real buyer and insisted on meeting a real buyer!"
Xie Feng asked, "Is he very strong?"
Su Jin said, "Tsk, well, this one's better than me!"
Xie Feng asked, "Where are you?"
Su Jin said, "The western border of the Glacier Domain!"
Xie Feng put away the communication talisman, asked for the detailed address of the Gu Yuan Glacier Domain, then opened a spatial passage. In no time, he arrived at the border and met up with Su Jin.
Xie Feng cut to the chase. "Where are they?"
Su Jin waved his folding fan and led the way. "Brother Xie, follow me!"
The Glacier Domain is located at the southernmost tip of the Origin Realm. Here, snow accumulates all year round, and the wind and frost are bitterly cold. As far as the eye can see, there is only a vast expanse of snow, and the sky is filled with snow that never dissipates.
Countless rivers, under extreme conditions, have become glaciers, forming a vast expanse of glaciers, hence the name Glacier Domain!
The two walked further in. The environment here was harsh and sparsely populated. Occasionally, they could see Glacier Domain dwellers wearing thick fish skins searching for food.
After traversing two snow-capped mountains and three glaciers, in a certain space, the weather suddenly warmed up, with majestic green mountains and gurgling rivers. Above, a protective barrier separated this space from the outside world.