LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 114: Master’s Wife: He’s So Fierce
Chapter 114: Master’s Wife: He’s So Fierce
Senior Sister wasn’t lying. As long as he stepped onto Lotus Peak and kept walking upward, this miraculous spiritual mountain would guide him home, even though he was a blind man who couldn’t see the path.
“Senior Sister.”
You Su raised his head and smiled at Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, who had been waiting for him on a large rock for some time.
“Junior Brother is amazing.”
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu gracefully jumped down and stood beside You Su.
You Su felt that Senior Sister’s praise was akin to an older sister praising her eighteen-year-old brother, “Wow, you’re so amazing, you can even walk now!” Though sincere, it felt oddly awkward to him.
“It’s not me who’s amazing. It’s Lotus Peak.”
You Su sighed sincerely, turning to look back at the rugged mountain path he had just climbed. He couldn’t see the vast sea of clouds or the ancient pines and cypresses, but in his blurred vision, he sensed a feeling of belonging. In this world, apart from the Mandarin Duck Sword Sect, there was now another place he could call home.
He turned back, and not far ahead was the quaint little courtyard. Even without truly seeing it, he knew he could always find his way home. This feeling was truly wonderful for a blind man.
“It’s not Lotus Peak that’s amazing. It’s you.”
Suddenly, a mature and charming voice rang out in the air, though its tone carried a hint of sarcasm.
“Greetings, Third Elder,” Heavenly Maiden Wangshu greeted the suddenly appearing woman in a green dress.
You Su, not having time to ponder the tone of her words, quickly bowed. “You Su pays his respects to the Third Elder.”
“Is the registration over?”
The Third Elder’s beautiful eyes scrutinized You Su, as if trying to figure out what was so special about this blind boy.
“Reporting to the Third Elder, it went smoothly,” You Su replied, taking out the true disciple token from his robe to show her.
“You were able to open the Divine Mountain Gate? You didn’t have little Wangshu help you, did you?” the Third Elder asked with interest.
“Third Elder, Junior Brother is amazing. Please don’t say such things,” Heavenly Maiden Wangshu said seriously.
Having a powerful Senior Sister is really great… You Su thought to himself.
“I don’t want to underestimate him either.” The Third Elder took the wine gourd from her waist and asked You Su, “How long did it take you to open the gate? Let’s see… about three sticks of incense, right? Not bad, but not exactly amazing.”
You Su had no concept of how much time had passed. When he was immersed in the process, it felt both endless and fleeting. The two elders hadn’t emphasized the time, so it was Senior Sister who answered for him:
“Junior Brother took one and a half sticks of incense.”
The Third Elder was slightly surprised. She knew little Wangshu wouldn’t lie. “One and a half sticks… that’s barely considered amazing. But it’s still not enough. If little Wangshu were to open the gate, she might do it in just one stick.”
Thinking of the troubles You Su might face, the Third Elder remained pessimistic. A short time to open the Divine Mountain Gate only proved You Su’s strong will, but solving problems required strength. Only a divine maiden like Heavenly Maiden Wangshu could remain the sole disciple of a peak for decades without anyone daring to question it.
“You Su knows he’s not talented, but he will work harder in the future,” You Su promised.
“I hope you’re not just saying that. What book did you get?”
The Third Elder asked bluntly. As the esteemed Emerald Glorious Venerable, she had no patience for beating around the bush with a junior who already annoyed her.
You Su’s expression stiffened. He didn’t dare not answer the Third Elder’s question, but the book… ah, forget it. You Su believed he had nothing to hide, so he took out the Righteous Sun Sword Nurturing Art and showed it to her.
When the Third Elder saw the title, her beautiful face froze in shock:
“The Righteous Sun Sword Nurturing Art?!”
Hearing her tone, You Su knew she must have misunderstood, just like the two elders earlier. He decided to play dumb.
“Indeed, this sword-nurturing art seems quite ordinary.”
You Su sighed, as if lamenting his lack of talent for not getting a better book.
The Third Elder’s expression turned strange. She crossed her arms, making her already impressive bust even more prominent.
In the end, it was because the alternative use of this sword-nurturing art was so well-known that anyone who knew about it would immediately think of its… ahem… secondary effects, forgetting that even without those, the Righteous Sun Sword Nurturing Art was still a top-tier cultivation technique.
“Well… this technique does have its merits. The opportunity to receive a book from the Book Mountain Pavilion is rare. Cherish it and cultivate diligently. Higher-tier techniques aren’t always better. What’s important is that it suits you. The Book Mountain Pavilion gave you this book because it believes it’s right for you.”
The Third Elder spoke gently, encouraging him. Seeing You Su’s innocent and clueless expression, as if he knew nothing about the book’s infamous reputation, she began to think she might have overthought things. Perhaps this was just a regular sword-nurturing art after all.
“I will cultivate it diligently,” You Su said, putting the book away with determination.
The Third Elder glanced at You Su, secretly admiring his handsome appearance. She then looked at Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, who was standing unusually close to him. Even when standing with her, little Wangshu had never been this close…
For some reason, the Third Elder’s mind suddenly flashed back to the image of the Thirteenth Elder emerging from the water like a lotus flower, her breathtaking beauty. She also recalled how the usually cold and aloof Thirteenth Elder had gone to such lengths for this young man. An incredibly bold thought popped into her head…
She quickly dismissed it as too absurd, taking a sip of wine and shaking her head. But the idea had already taken root. No matter how unlikely, it was better to be safe than sorry.
Perhaps it was best to eliminate even the slightest possibility…
The Third Elder suddenly straightened up, shedding her usual flirtatious demeanor and adopting a more serious tone, like a proper teacher.
“However, I do think this technique is a bit too ordinary for someone of your status as Lotus Sword Venerable’s disciple. How about this? Give me the book, and I’ll find you a better sword-nurturing art.”
You Su knew the Third Elder was still misunderstanding and trying to trick him. Besides, the golden page inside the book was too valuable to hand over to anyone. Moreover, as a Void Realm Venerable herself, the Third Elder likely couldn’t find a better technique.
He replied, “Third Elder, I couldn’t possibly trouble you like that. Besides, didn’t you just say that what’s suitable is the best, and the grade doesn’t matter?”
The Third Elder raised an eyebrow, surprised by the quick rebuttal. She thought to herself that her earlier assumption couldn’t possibly be true, so she shrugged and said, “Fine, do as you wish. But remember, sword-nurturing is just supplementary. Sword techniques are the main focus.”
“Thank you for your guidance, Third Elder,” You Su replied respectfully.
The Third Elder nodded and made to leave. As she passed by You Su, a fragrant breeze wafted over him. She suddenly turned back and said, “Oh, by the way, your master wants to see you. She seems quite worried about whether you’ll pass the announcement period smoothly. I hope you can show some youthful vigor and not make your master worry about you while she’s in seclusion. Just walk into the forest, and you’ll naturally find her.”
Master, who’s in seclusion, is actually seeking me out for such a trivial matter?
You Su’s brows furrowed. He clasped his hands and said solemnly, “I’ll go right away.”
“Not right away. Go now.”
You Su nodded and immediately set off.
The Third Elder sighed inwardly. She couldn’t persuade the Thirteenth Elder, so she could only hope this young man could.
However, she had no intention of revealing He Shutong’s injuries directly. You Su was blind and his cultivation was low, so he wouldn’t be able to see through his master’s concealment. As for Wangshu, she wasn’t so sure—the girl was too extraordinary.
She glanced at Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, who was watching eagerly, and said, “Little Wangshu, you’ve attended so many of my lectures. It’s time I tested your progress.”
With that, she turned and walked toward the peach tree in the courtyard.
Heavenly Maiden Wangshu, anxious to protect her junior brother, quickly stepped in front of the peach tree.
“Third Elder, you can’t bully Little Peach Blossom anymore!”
“Why are you still calling it that? I’ve told you, this peach tree is for eating, not admiring. Its flowers are small and ugly. It doesn’t deserve to be called ‘Little Peach Blossom.’ ‘Little Peach’ would be more fitting.”
…
He Shutong leaned gently against a glowing jade stone, only her slender neck and head visible above the water.
The Lotus Birth Pool was already filled with spiritual water, and now that He Shutong was using it as an external spiritual platform, the pure profound energy leaking from her body had turned the mist above the pool into something almost tangible.
He Shutong sighed softly. Though she didn’t regret her decision, she was still worried about her current situation. It wasn’t that she was reluctant to lose her cultivation level, but she felt that if she still had her strength, she could better protect her two disciples.
Thinking about how You Su still had to prove himself worthy of being her true disciple made her anxious. Did others’ opinions really matter? Whether he was qualified to be her disciple was something only she, He Shutong, could decide.
Suddenly, she heard something. Her submerged body shifted slightly, and the clear water pooled in the hollow of her collarbone, creating a captivating sight.
Why is You Su here? I told them not to disturb me.
You Su is a polite and respectful child. He wouldn’t come here without permission. It must be the Third Elder’s doing…
He Shutong listened to the faint calls of “Master, Master” and felt a surge of joy. She wanted to see You Su but was also hesitant.
She bit her lip and looked in the direction of the voice. In her vision was a pitiful blind boy, anxiously searching for his master in the forest.
He Shutong’s heart softened. It’s fine. He’s blind. He can’t see me, and he definitely can’t see through me…
With a wave of her jade-like hand, she transformed the maze outside the pool into a guiding formation.
At the same time, the environment in You Su’s consciousness changed.
The trees around him were no longer chaotic and repetitive. The gaps between them suddenly became precise, and a faint path seemed to appear through the dense forest.
You Su knew this was his master allowing him to visit.
He followed the guided path, walking a few hundred steps. Along the way, the grass was lush, and fallen petals scattered the ground. Finally, he emerged from the forest. Ahead, in his consciousness, was a small clearing, likely a secluded pool.
The dense profound energy in the air felt like it could solidify at any moment. Cultivating in such an environment would likely be a hundred times faster than in Chuyun City.
“Why are you here?” Master’s voice echoed softly.
“The Third Elder said you wanted to see me,” You Su replied, bowing in the direction of the voice.
This time, he couldn’t even sense the faint light that usually represented his master. It was as if a thick fog separated them.
“What did she tell you?”
“She said you were worried about my registration and wanted to give me some advice,” You Su answered truthfully. Then, sensing something was off, he asked, “Was the Third Elder joking with me?”
His heart tightened. He had sensed a bit of the Third Elder’s dissatisfaction with him. If she had deliberately sent him here to disturb his master in seclusion, what should he do?
“I do have a few things to say to you.”
You Su’s heart relaxed, relieved that he hadn’t been disrespectful.
“Please speak, Master.”
From deep within the mist, there was a moment of silence before the voice replied:
“To be honest, I didn’t know taking a disciple would be so complicated. If you feel resentful, you can tell me.”
“Master, why would you say that? You are a revered figure. Countless people dream of becoming Lotus Sword Venerable’s disciple, yet I was the lucky one. When I think about the day I became your disciple, it still feels unreal. These formalities only make me feel the weight of being your disciple. You Su only feels that these rituals aren’t grand enough. How could I possibly feel resentful?”
You Su quickly explained. He Shutong, seeing the sincere expression on the young man’s face, could tell he was speaking from the heart. Her breathing tightened slightly, once again moved by his unreserved honesty.
He thought it was his fortune to become her disciple, not knowing it was merely a small compensation she offered him.
“You don’t need to think that way. With your talent, you are more than qualified to be my disciple.”
You Su smiled faintly. “There are many talented people, but not all of them get the chance to showcase their abilities. Even if You Su is a genius, being able to become your disciple is still a stroke of luck.”
As soon as he finished speaking, the water rippled. He Shutong felt her heart, which had long been cold, warming up.
“Being able to take you as my disciple is also my good fortune,” He Shutong replied, trying to keep her emotions in check.
You Su’s heart also stirred. For a Void Realm master to consider taking a Spirit Platform Realm blind boy as her disciple a stroke of luck showed how much she valued him. Remembering the Third Elder’s advice, he asked:
“Master, will there be any complications during the seven-day announcement period?”
He Shutong thought about the two peaks’ previous attitudes toward Lotus Peak and knew these conflicts were unavoidable.
“Other true disciples can easily get through these seven days, but as my disciple, it won’t be so simple for you. There will definitely be people challenging you. This is my fault. But don’t worry, I will come out of seclusion and stand behind you to face this together.”
You Su fell silent, seemingly deep in thought.
He Shutong’s sincere words were met with no response, and she began to feel anxious. She tentatively asked:
“You don’t want me to?”
“Of course not.”
You Su’s reply was firm, his tone no longer filled with respect but instead carrying a hint of coldness.
He Shutong grew even more flustered, unsure what she had said wrong to make You Su seem angry with her. Her heart ached with guilt. If You Su also became disappointed in her, what was the point of her Ice Heart melting? Wouldn’t it all just become a joke?
“W-why not?”
Even a Venerable could stutter.
“Master, you want to come out of seclusion just to accompany me. Do you think You Su can’t handle the challenges you foresee? Or do you think You Su is just a blind boy who can only become your disciple with your help?”
“That’s not it…”
“Isn’t it? From what you just said, I thought it was my talent that made you take me as your disciple. But your actions tell me that I’m just a privileged disciple who got in through connections. Do you not trust me to pass this on my own?”
He Shutong fell silent for a long time. With her newly awakened emotions, she couldn’t tell whether she felt joy or sorrow. Sorrow from You Su’s misunderstanding and complaints, but also joy from those very complaints. Human emotions were truly complex.
You Su had spoken his mind. He valued his master too much. Master clearly hadn’t finished her seclusion but was willing to cut it short to help him face something he should handle himself. This made him feel underestimated.
When Senior Sister protected him, he felt grateful, showing he wasn’t someone who couldn’t accept help. But when it came at the cost of someone else’s sacrifice, he absolutely couldn’t accept it.
Seeing his master’s silence, he immediately regretted his words. In the eight years he had known her, this was the first time he had spoken to her with such emotion. He sighed softly. In the end, the problem lay with him.
“Master, You Su’s words were not meant to blame you. It was just my ridiculous pride acting up. This is my own issue. My cultivation is too low, my strength too weak. I can’t make you fully confident in me. I spoke disrespectfully. Whatever punishment you deem fit, I will accept!”
Every word was like adding firewood to the Lotus Birth Pool, turning the spiritual water into a warm hot spring. He Shutong felt the originally cool water grow warmer, unaware that it was her own body temperature rising from You Su’s words, even causing the spiritual mist above the water to warm slightly.
How could she bear to punish You Su? Instead, she wished she could hold him in her arms like she had when he first woke up.
“You’re not wrong. Why would I punish you? It’s my fault for not considering these issues properly, causing you unnecessary hardship.”
“Master!”
You Su couldn’t hold back any longer and shouted sternly. The shout startled He Shutong, making her stare blankly at You Su. She had never expected the usually gentle and polite young man to be so fierce.
You Su’s heart burned with determination as he straightened his back and declared:
“Master! This isn’t your fault at all! My previous master left me with so many messes, and have I ever complained? As a disciple, shouldn’t I endure these trials? If you keep thinking this is your fault, I won’t accept being your disciple anymore! If you think I can’t become a true disciple on my own, I might as well go back to being an ordinary disciple!”
“No!”
Don’t leave me, and don’t say anymore…
Her Ice Heart had long since melted because of You Su, turning into warm streams flowing through her body. If he kept talking… it would really overflow…