LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 110: Senior Sister Takes Flight
Chapter 110: Senior Sister Takes Flight
It was the hour of Si (9-11 AM), a crucial time for cultivation in the day. The vast sect was shrouded in mist, and the deep, resonant toll of an ancient bell echoed, awakening the hearts of the sect members to the path of the Dao.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu and You Su had already descended the mountain. The mountain path was long and could only be traversed on foot, so the two had been walking for some time.
You Su stopped and looked back at the misty Lotus Peak. He couldn’t see the full view of the thirteen peaks, but he was trying to recall the route they had taken down the mountain. He didn’t want to rely on his Senior Sister to accompany him every time he needed to descend.
His memory wasn’t bad, but the path down the mountain was too winding and treacherous. Even he couldn’t remember it all. He couldn’t help but wonder how his Senior Sister had managed to memorize it. He asked, “Senior Sister, why doesn’t Lotus Peak have stone-paved paths? The mountain path is so difficult to navigate.”
Paving paths with stone wasn’t just for convenience; it also served as a guide for travelers.
“Master doesn’t like it. Apart from the small courtyard, there are no man-made traces on Lotus Peak. Besides, almost no one comes to Lotus Peak. It’s just Master and me on the mountain, so we don’t need it.”
You Su nodded inwardly. No wonder he had such a hard time detecting any traces of a path with his spiritual sense. It turned out that hardly anyone walked there. Thinking about it, given the personalities of his Senior Sister and Master’s Wife, aside from the grand elders with their sky-high cultivation levels, there probably weren’t many visitors.
“Junior Brother, are you not used to it? I can pave a path for you.”
You Su couldn’t possibly let his ethereal Senior Sister do such dirty, laborious work.
“No need, Senior Sister.”
You Su was worried that his Senior Sister might silently go ahead and do something like moving stones for him, so he added, “If Master’s Wife finds out you’re doing this for me, she won’t let me off lightly.”
“If Junior Brother doesn’t want me to do it, I can ask Elder Eight from the Earth and Wood Peak. Every time he comes to teach, he tells me he wants to rebuild a tall building for us and pave a wide road.”
You Su couldn’t help but laugh. Elder Eight certainly lived up to the name of his peak.
“Really, no need, Senior Sister. I’ll remember it after walking it a few more times.”
Although he was blind, he didn’t want to disrupt the natural beauty of Lotus Peak just for his convenience.
“Junior Brother, you don’t need to memorize it. There’s no fixed path up or down the mountain. Now that you’re a member of Lotus Peak, as long as you follow your instincts, you’ll definitely reach the peak.”
No wonder the route down the mountain felt so strange. It turned out his Senior Sister was just walking randomly.
“What about those who aren’t members of Lotus Peak?” You Su asked again.
“Without guidance, they’ll get lost on the mountain and eventually return to the foot.”
You Su nodded, thinking it added a touch of mystique to the place.
Before long, the two had left the territory of Lotus Peak and entered the true heart of the Mystic Firmament Sect.
You Su took a deep breath, finding the air fragrant and pleasant. He guessed that the sect must be filled with spiritual plants and flowers. He shifted his feet slightly, feeling the solid, smooth ground beneath him, paved with dark stone. Above, the cries of cranes echoed intermittently. You Su thought to himself that this must be what a true immortal sect looked like.
“Junior Brother, hold onto me,” Heavenly Maiden Wangshu suddenly said, opening her arms to You Su. Her white dress flowed gracefully, accentuating her elegant figure.
“W-what’s going on?” You Su was momentarily stunned, not understanding her intention.
“We’ll fly there.”
Most areas within the sect didn’t prohibit flying. Heavenly Maiden Wangshu was at the Feather Transformation Realm, so she could naturally fly to their destination, saving a lot of time.
“Senior Sister, do you have a magical tool that can carry people?”
There was no one nearby, but not far off, disciples were bustling about. You Su really didn’t want to be seen being carried like a child by his Senior Sister in front of others. Although he was new here, he still had some pride.
Moreover, he had always been teaching his Senior Sister about the boundaries between men and women. How could he now allow himself to have such close contact with her?
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu shook her head lightly. “I don’t have one, but I can carry you while flying.”
Senior Sister, why are you so determined to fly with me?
“Senior Sister, is the Scripture Hall very far?”
“How far is far?”
You Su sighed helplessly. “Senior Sister, I’m a bit afraid of heights. Let’s just walk. Or you can point me in the right direction, and I’ll go by myself. It’s not a big deal. You can go back to the peak and wait for me.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu replied quickly and firmly, “I’ll walk with you, Junior Brother.”
You Su smiled faintly, feeling that good deeds were rewarded. He had treated his Junior Sister so well, so it was only natural that his Senior Sister would treat him kindly in return. He just sighed at how innocent his Senior Sister was, even believing his lie about being afraid of heights.
“Thank you, Senior Sister.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu’s eyes were clear and bright. After glancing at You Su, she quietly took a step closer to him, walking side by side.
“What’s that building over there?”
“That’s the Emerald Glorious Residence. Behind it is Emerald Glorious Peak, where the Third Elder resides. The Third Elder is skilled at growing spiritual plants and loves to drink, so the disciples in the sect also brew wine. The excess is sold.”
“Can the disciples in the sect drink freely? Isn’t there any regulation?”
“The wine brewed from spiritual plants is immortal wine. It’s more beneficial than some spiritual pills, so of course, it’s allowed. However, there are many rules. If they’re broken, there are severe punishments.”
“What about that building over there?”
On the vast square of the Mystic Firmament Sect, Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, wearing her jade rabbit mask, and You Su, dressed in simple black robes, walked slowly, conversing continuously.
In terms of appearance and demeanor alone, they were like a walking immortal painting.
As they walked, You Su keenly noticed that the cultivators coming toward them would silently step aside, making way for him and his Senior Sister. However, after stepping aside, they would often stop and stare, whispering among themselves.
The content of their whispers mostly revolved around the two of them. For example, they were surprised that the usually aloof and distant Heavenly Maiden Wangshu would appear in public, and with such a handsome young man at that. Then they would speculate wildly about You Su’s identity, background, and relationship with her.
They were all curious, but no one dared to approach and ask. The rumors grew more and more outrageous.
You Su sighed inwardly. Although he didn’t care about what others said, his Senior Sister might not feel the same. Especially since her voice had grown quieter, and now she was lost in thought, forgetting to answer his earlier question.
“Senior Sister?” You Su couldn’t help but feel concerned.
“Junior Brother, they’re so noisy.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu’s tone was cold, a rare instance of her expressing her feelings.
“I’ll go explain things to them.”
You Su hadn’t planned to pay attention to the gossip. Once he reported to the Scripture Hall, everyone would know that Lotus Peak had a second disciple. But to prevent his Senior Sister from feeling uncomfortable, he was willing to go through the trouble of explaining.
“Junior Brother, don’t go… Let’s keep walking.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu suddenly grabbed the corner of You Su’s robe, like a little girl who had panicked in a crowd and grabbed onto her only lifeline.
You Su frowned slightly. He quickly realized that his Senior Sister wasn’t bothered by the whispers themselves but was uncomfortable in such a bustling environment, having lived a secluded life on the mountain since childhood.
No wonder she had wanted to fly to the Scripture Hall as soon as they descended the mountain. He had naively thought it was just for convenience. His Senior Sister was afraid of crowds but had still chosen to walk with him for his sake. He had refused to be carried in front of others but had overlooked her feelings. You Su felt deeply guilty and asked softly, “Senior Sister, can we fly here?”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu blinked her blue eyes.
“Yes.”
“Junior Brother is a bit tired from walking. Can you fly me to the Scripture Hall?” You Su asked, feigning embarrassment.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu didn’t seem bothered by his sudden change of heart and nodded firmly.
“Yes!”
Then, just like when they had first descended the mountain, she opened her arms wide, waiting for You Su to “fly into her embrace.”
The onlookers were stunned, their mouths agape.
Although Heavenly Maiden Wangshu never revealed her true face and rarely appeared in public, her iconic jade rabbit mask and pure white dress were well-known throughout the Mystic Firmament Sect.
Yet here was this legendary, aloof, and mysterious heavenly maiden, who made all male cultivators feel inferior and keep their distance, openly opening her arms to a young man at the Spirit Platform Realm in front of everyone!
Some of the younger female cultivators silently applauded Heavenly Maiden Wangshu for her bravery in defying societal norms, while the male cultivators gritted their teeth, their eyes bloodshot with envy and jealousy toward the young man in black robes.
You Su also felt the scorching gazes around him. Naturally, he couldn’t embrace his Senior Sister face-to-face like he would with his Junior Sister.
He lightly adjusted his belt, tying a sturdy knot, and presented it to Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, saying, “Senior Sister, just hold onto this like you would a sword.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu looked at the knot in confusion. “Junior Brother, do you like it this way?”
Of course, You Su didn’t like it this way, but if he had to be carried by his Senior Sister while avoiding physical contact, this was the best method. It just meant he had to sacrifice a bit more of his dignity.
“Yes, yes, Senior Sister. Let’s go.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, having received his confirmation, didn’t hesitate. She grabbed You Su’s belt and leaped into the air, slowly ascending. You Su, being carried in such a comical manner, not only drew fewer envious looks but also elicited more laughter.
You Su ignored it, laughing it off.
Suddenly, a strong force pulled at his belt, and You Su was yanked upward, feeling himself being flipped horizontally in the air.
One arm supported his back, while the other cradled his legs. You Su’s right side lightly pressed against Heavenly Maiden Wangshu’s flat stomach. He immediately realized what had happened—he was being carried princess-style by his Senior Sister again.
He smiled wryly in his heart, trying to break free but finding himself unable to move. After all, there was an entire major realm between him and his Senior Sister. In his normal state, there was no way he could escape her grasp.
A cool breeze brushed his face. You Su knew they were now high in the sky, flying forward.
Even though he couldn’t break free, You Su still couldn’t accept the situation calmly. He kept shrinking his body, trying to minimize physical contact.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, however, thought he was uncomfortable and held him tighter, comforting him, “Junior Brother, don’t be afraid. We’re not flying very high.”
“I’m not afraid, Senior Sister.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu fell silent for a moment, then said softly, “Junior Brother, thank you. You agreed to fly because of me, right?”
The faint fragrance of his Senior Sister filled his senses. You Su felt that every point of contact was as soft and smooth as jade. However, just like when she had carried him in the city lord’s residence, he didn’t feel any warmth. But he didn’t have the habit of prying into others’ secrets. As long as she was his Senior Sister, that was was enough.
“Senior Sister, you’re joking. I really was tired from walking. I should be thanking you for saving me the effort.”
“Junior Brother, you didn’t like being carried like that either, did you?” Heavenly Maiden Wangshu said seriously. “I’m very smart. Junior Brother can’t fool me.”
With her pure heart, even the Third Elder at the Void Realm couldn’t deceive her.
She probably hadn’t believed his excuse about being afraid of heights either. She had only sensed his reluctance to fly and had endured walking with him.
“Junior Brother won’t dare to do it again.”
You Su appeared embarrassed on the surface, but inwardly, he found his Senior Sister’s innocence somewhat endearing.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu’s blue eyes curved into a smile as she flew slowly, praising him, “Junior Brother is so well-behaved.”
The clouds above rolled and drifted, much like the gentle joy in their hearts.
The Scripture Hall held an important position within the Mystic Firmament Sect.
It was not only the largest scripture repository in the sect, open to all disciples, but also the institution responsible for managing all sect members.
As the number one sect in the Central Realm Continent, the Mystic Firmament Sect had a vast number of disciples, divided into true disciples, outer disciples, registered disciples, and even auditing disciples who could only attend lectures. These disciples came from different backgrounds, had varying talents, and were of different ages, making management quite challenging.
This management covered many aspects, such as regularly updating the cultivation levels of the disciples. Those whose progress didn’t match their age would be advised to leave the sect. It also involved calculating the contributions disciples made to the sect. Those who consistently failed to meet the requirements would also have to leave…
In short, the existence of the Scripture Hall ensured that the tens of thousands of talented cultivators from across the Central Realm Continent could cultivate harmoniously and orderly within the sect.
At this moment, the entrance to the Scripture Hall was bustling with people. Amidst the gasps and heated gazes, You Su was gently set down by Heavenly Maiden Wangshu.
Even someone as thick-skinned as You Su found it a bit hard to bear. He could only stand tall, adjust his sleeves, and try to cover up his awkward expression.
“Thank you for your hard work, Senior Sister.”
“It wasn’t hard at all.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu tilted her head slightly. Carrying someone while flying such a short distance was indeed no effort for her.
The Scripture Hall was an important location within the sect, and the crowd here was even larger and more chaotic than in the square earlier. You Su knew his Senior Sister disliked such places, so he whispered, “Senior Sister, I’ll go in by myself. You can find a quiet place to rest for a while.”
You Su had wanted to tell her to go home directly but felt she wouldn’t agree.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu cautiously glanced around, feeling somewhat intimidated by the crowd. She leaned closer to You Su and shook her head, “I’ll go with you.”
From her conversation with the Third Elder earlier that morning, You Su knew that his Senior Sister had never been to the Scripture Hall before. She only knew it was the Scripture Hall. Accompanying him inside would only make her uncomfortable and wouldn’t be of much help.
Thinking this, You Su comforted her, “Senior Sister, don’t push yourself. Wait for me outside. I still want you to fly me back.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu stared into You Su’s eyes for a moment before nodding lightly, “I’ll wait for you, Junior Brother.”
As soon as she finished speaking, the pure white figure of his Senior Sister in You Su’s sea of consciousness shot up into the sky.
You Su thought to himself that his Senior Sister’s decisiveness was truly remarkable. She never seemed to hesitate.
He turned around gracefully and walked toward the grand hall with its soaring eaves and intricate architecture.
The surrounding cultivators continued to whisper, but You Su paid no attention, walking confidently. However, once inside, he ran into a problem.
Although he could now walk freely using his spiritual sense, avoiding bumps and obstacles, his spiritual sense could only detect outlines and couldn’t read text. In such a vast Scripture Hall, where was he supposed to report?
Just as he was worrying about whom to ask, someone approached him first.
“Brother, you’re not from the Mystic Firmament Sect, are you?”
A young man in luxurious robes had approached You Su, smiling warmly and initiating a conversation.
“I will be soon,” You Su replied with a casual smile.
“Oh? Are you here to report?” The young man was slightly surprised and asked, “May I ask… what is your relationship with Heavenly Maiden Wangshu?”
You Su understood that everyone who had been staring at him wanted to know the answer to this question.
“She’s my Senior Sister.”
As soon as he said this, the crowd erupted in low exclamations.
Someone exclaimed, “I knew it couldn’t be a Dao Companion! Heavenly Maiden Wangshu is like a celestial being. How could she be interested in a man so much weaker than her just because of his looks?”
Another replied, “The real news is that Lotus Peak has finally taken in a second disciple!”
“Sigh, when I reach the Feather Transformation Realm, I’ll also carry my new junior sister like this to report.”
“You’re just a blind man dreaming of spring—wishful thinking!”
Laughter filled the air. You Su raised an eyebrow and asked the young man beside him, “Senior Brother, could you tell me where to go to report?”
The young man snapped out of his daze. The person before him was the new true disciple of Lotus Peak. He didn’t dare to be negligent.
“Junior Brother, as a true disciple of Lotus Peak, you should head to the third room on the right after passing the jade curtain. Look for Elder Liu. There are signs along the way.”
You Su extended his spiritual sense in the direction the young man pointed but found that his spiritual sense couldn’t penetrate the jade curtain. Feeling helpless, he said, “Senior Brother, could you do me a small favor?”
“Of course, Junior Brother. Just say the word.” For a registered disciple like him, being able to help a true disciple was a great honor.
“Could you lead me to Elder Liu?” You Su took out a spirit stone from his pocket and handed it over, apologizing, “I’m blind.”
“Blind?!”