Wait, How Did My Digital Girlfriend Become a Sword Immortal?
Author: 宇宙无敌暴龙烧鹅
Chapter 130: FateâIt's All About Opportunity!
Chapter 130: FateâIt's All About Opportunity!
"Senior, this is our Pill Sectâs finest medicinal wine, Dragon Spring Brew. Drinking a single vat is equivalent to running an Intermediate Spirit Gathering Formation for half a day."
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
"Senior, this is a freshly refined Golden Formation Pill. If a disciple is stuck at the Foundation Establishment Stage and cannot break through, they can take this pill to advance. Our sectâs Golden Formation Pills are crafted using a unique recipe with minimal side effects."
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
"Senior, this is a Millennium Frost Jade Bed that I stumbled upon. It aids in calming the mind and enhances cultivation. When used for alchemy, it reduces the pain from alchemical flames and helps expel residual toxins. Originally, I had planned to gift it to my useless personal discipleâ¦"
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
â¦
Liu Yuanqing and Su Qinian followed behind Chen Huaiâan as they walked through the long corridors of the Pill Sectâs treasury, watching as Zhou Xuanzi bowed and scraped before them.
For the first time, they were utterly
by their Supreme Elderâs sheer
.
Every time they heard the phrase,
Li Qingranâs delicate face turned redder.
This was
embarrassing.
How could her master say such shameless words with that smiling face?
Yet, as she glanced at Chen Huaiâanâs tall, straight figure, his silver hair flowing like drifting clouds, his black sword hanging at his waist, and his aura shrouded in divine radianceâ¦
Suddenly, she thoughtâmaybe a little shamelessness wasnât so bad.
It didnât make him any less handsome, wise, or formidable.
Beside her, Yue Qianchiâs admiration was practically written all over his face.
"
This was exactly the boldness the Sword Pavilion should have!
Their Supreme Elder was personally teaching them the art of being a true sword cultivatorâthrough his actions.
By the time they had finished raiding the treasury, anything that wasnât nailed downâand even some things that wereâhad been taken.
The only reason they didnât take more was because Liu Yuanqing, Su Qinian, Li Qingran, and Yue Qianchiâs storage pouches were already full.
Otherwise, even the discarded items would have been packed up.
Zhou Xuanzi had been watching Chen Huaiâanâs expression closely.
The Pill Sect was wealthy; gifting these items wasnât a major loss. If it helped him establish a good relationship with this Sword Pavilion powerhouse, it was well worth it.
Butâ¦
This elder didnât seem ready to leave yet.
Could he beâ¦
Eyeing
Subduing Dragon Cauldron?!
That was a spiritual artifact!
It had been with him for many years, and the artifact spirit inside was more than just a toolâit was
.
He couldn't bear to part with it.
But if he didnâtâ¦
The elder might not be satisfied.
In the end, he had to make the sacrifice.
Zhou Xuanzi gritted his teeth, retrieved the Subduing Dragon Cauldron, and lowered his voice humbly.
"Senior, this is a treasured cauldron I obtained in my youth. It is both offensive and defensive while also serving as an excellent alchemical furnace. Since you are fated to be with it, I humbly present it to you in hopes of forming a good relationship."
Chen Huaiâan raised an eyebrow.
He hadnât expected Zhou Xuanzi to actually give up the cauldron.
After arriving at Luoyan Manor, he had gotten a full picture of its hidden power.
Aside from the now-dead Laughing Buddha, there was still a Fusion Realm early-stage guest elder and at least ten Nascent Soul cultivators.
The Pill Sectâs arrogance wasnât baseless.
Su Qinian hadnât dared to provoke them freely, precisely because he considered the safety of the Sword Pavilionâs disciples.
That was why Li Qingran had endured the pain of spiritual refinementâbecause the Pill Sect was too strong to defy openly.
As for Zhou Xuanzi?
He was nothing more than a greedy opportunist.
That much was obvious.
But people like him were easy to deal with.
As long as you kept him beneath you, he would forever be a bootlickerânever a threat.
Of course, even dogs bite when cornered.
And Chen Huaiâan had no need for this cauldron.
Sword cultivators didnât use cauldrons.
And Li Qingranâs refinement process required a different one entirely.
"Sect Master Zhou~"
"Yes, Senior!" Zhou Xuanzi straightened up nervously.
"Your attitude is sincere. Your devotion is commendable. Your offerings are appreciated. Howeverâ¦"
Chen Huaiâan deliberately drew out the last word, making Zhou Xuanziâs heart clench.
Was he about to ask for more?!
"But this cauldron⦠is not fated to be with me."
The moment those words fell, Zhou Xuanzi let out a deep sigh of relief.
Su Qinian and Liu Yuanqing also relaxed.
"
"
Zhou Xuanziâs eyelid twitched.
He had just relaxed, and now this Sword Pavilion elder was playing games with him again?!
"You also have a Dragon-Patterned Tidal Cauldron, donât you?"
"That cauldron is fated to be with my disciple. Let me see it."
Oh.
So
what he wanted.
Zhou Xuanzi suddenly rememberedâ
Hadnât Old Man Liu come asking to borrow that cauldron before?
He turned to glare at Liu Yuanqing.
Liu Yuanqing simply stroked his white beard, looking pleased with himself.
Zhou Xuanzi nearly exploded.
Pretending to suffer injustice, only to return with overwhelming force?
Despicable! Shameless! Absolutely vile!
Angry as he was, Zhou Xuanzi still obediently handed over the Dragon-Patterned Tidal Cauldron, presenting it with both hands.
"Senior, is this the cauldron you desire?"
Chen Huaiâan glanced at Liu Yuanqing.
Liu Yuanqing nodded.
"This is the one."
Chen Huaiâan took the cauldron and stuffed it into Li Qingranâs arms.
Then, turning back to Zhou Xuanzi, he said,
"My disciple is only borrowing this cauldron. Once sheâs done, weâll return it."
Zhou Xuanzi hurriedly waved his hands.
"Senior jests! Itâs just a cauldronâconsider it a gift for your disciple!"
"You are most thoughtful."
Chen Huaiâan immediately accepted.
Zhou Xuanzi: "â¦."
The transformation had a time limit, and Chen Huaiâan was ready to leave.
Zhou Xuanzi tried to invite them for a banquet, but Chen Huaiâan wasnât interested.
Just before boarding the flying boat, he paused and looked back.
"Oh, one more thing."
Zhou Xuanzi stiffened.
"That Laughing Buddha, Leng Chanshin⦠he might not be dead."
Zhou Xuanziâs face darkened.
"If he ever comes bothering you, tell him that the Pill Sect is under my protection. If he still wonât back off, come find me at the Sword Pavilion, and Iâll deal with him myself."
Zhou Xuanzi was deeply moved.
Tears nearly welled in his eyes.
This was his biggest worryâthat Leng Chanshin wasnât fully dead and would blame him for what happened.
But now, with the Sword Pavilionâs backing?
Perfect!
As the flying boat disappeared into the distance, Zhou Xuanzi stood there in a daze.
Only one thought remained in his mindâ
"Senior, this is our Pill Sectâs finest medicinal wine, Dragon Spring Brew. Drinking a single vat is equivalent to running an Intermediate Spirit Gathering Formation for half a day."
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
"Senior, this is a freshly refined Golden Formation Pill. If a disciple is stuck at the Foundation Establishment Stage and cannot break through, they can take this pill to advance. Our sectâs Golden Formation Pills are crafted using a unique recipe with minimal side effects."
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
"Senior, this is a Millennium Frost Jade Bed that I stumbled upon. It aids in calming the mind and enhances cultivation. When used for alchemy, it reduces the pain from alchemical flames and helps expel residual toxins. Originally, I had planned to gift it to my useless personal discipleâ¦"
"Not bad. This item is fated to be with me."
â¦
Liu Yuanqing and Su Qinian followed behind Chen Huaiâan as they walked through the long corridors of the Pill Sectâs treasury, watching as Zhou Xuanzi bowed and scraped before them.
For the first time, they were utterly
by their Supreme Elderâs sheer
.
Every time they heard the phrase,
Li Qingranâs delicate face turned redder.
This was
embarrassing.
How could her master say such shameless words with that smiling face?
Yet, as she glanced at Chen Huaiâanâs tall, straight figure, his silver hair flowing like drifting clouds, his black sword hanging at his waist, and his aura shrouded in divine radianceâ¦
Suddenly, she thoughtâmaybe a little shamelessness wasnât so bad.
It didnât make him any less handsome, wise, or formidable.
Beside her, Yue Qianchiâs admiration was practically written all over his face.
"
This was exactly the boldness the Sword Pavilion should have!
Their Supreme Elder was personally teaching them the art of being a true sword cultivatorâthrough his actions.
By the time they had finished raiding the treasury, anything that wasnât nailed downâand even some things that wereâhad been taken.
The only reason they didnât take more was because Liu Yuanqing, Su Qinian, Li Qingran, and Yue Qianchiâs storage pouches were already full.
Otherwise, even the discarded items would have been packed up.
Zhou Xuanzi had been watching Chen Huaiâanâs expression closely.
The Pill Sect was wealthy; gifting these items wasnât a major loss. If it helped him establish a good relationship with this Sword Pavilion powerhouse, it was well worth it.
Butâ¦
This elder didnât seem ready to leave yet.
Could he beâ¦
Eyeing
Subduing Dragon Cauldron?!
That was a spiritual artifact!
It had been with him for many years, and the artifact spirit inside was more than just a toolâit was
.
He couldn't bear to part with it.
But if he didnâtâ¦
The elder might not be satisfied.
In the end, he had to make the sacrifice.
Zhou Xuanzi gritted his teeth, retrieved the Subduing Dragon Cauldron, and lowered his voice humbly.
"Senior, this is a treasured cauldron I obtained in my youth. It is both offensive and defensive while also serving as an excellent alchemical furnace. Since you are fated to be with it, I humbly present it to you in hopes of forming a good relationship."
Chen Huaiâan raised an eyebrow.
He hadnât expected Zhou Xuanzi to actually give up the cauldron.
After arriving at Luoyan Manor, he had gotten a full picture of its hidden power.
Aside from the now-dead Laughing Buddha, there was still a Fusion Realm early-stage guest elder and at least ten Nascent Soul cultivators.
The Pill Sectâs arrogance wasnât baseless.
Su Qinian hadnât dared to provoke them freely, precisely because he considered the safety of the Sword Pavilionâs disciples.
That was why Li Qingran had endured the pain of spiritual refinementâbecause the Pill Sect was too strong to defy openly.
As for Zhou Xuanzi?
He was nothing more than a greedy opportunist.
That much was obvious.
But people like him were easy to deal with.
As long as you kept him beneath you, he would forever be a bootlickerânever a threat.
Of course, even dogs bite when cornered.
And Chen Huaiâan had no need for this cauldron.
Sword cultivators didnât use cauldrons.
And Li Qingranâs refinement process required a different one entirely.
"Sect Master Zhou~"
"Yes, Senior!" Zhou Xuanzi straightened up nervously.
"Your attitude is sincere. Your devotion is commendable. Your offerings are appreciated. Howeverâ¦"
Chen Huaiâan deliberately drew out the last word, making Zhou Xuanziâs heart clench.
Was he about to ask for more?!
"But this cauldron⦠is not fated to be with me."
The moment those words fell, Zhou Xuanzi let out a deep sigh of relief.
Su Qinian and Liu Yuanqing also relaxed.
"
"
Zhou Xuanziâs eyelid twitched.
He had just relaxed, and now this Sword Pavilion elder was playing games with him again?!
"You also have a Dragon-Patterned Tidal Cauldron, donât you?"
"That cauldron is fated to be with my disciple. Let me see it."
Oh.
So
what he wanted.
Zhou Xuanzi suddenly rememberedâ
Hadnât Old Man Liu come asking to borrow that cauldron before?
He turned to glare at Liu Yuanqing.
Liu Yuanqing simply stroked his white beard, looking pleased with himself.
Zhou Xuanzi nearly exploded.
Pretending to suffer injustice, only to return with overwhelming force?
Despicable! Shameless! Absolutely vile!
Angry as he was, Zhou Xuanzi still obediently handed over the Dragon-Patterned Tidal Cauldron, presenting it with both hands.
"Senior, is this the cauldron you desire?"
Chen Huaiâan glanced at Liu Yuanqing.
Liu Yuanqing nodded.
"This is the one."
Chen Huaiâan took the cauldron and stuffed it into Li Qingranâs arms.
Then, turning back to Zhou Xuanzi, he said,
"My disciple is only borrowing this cauldron. Once sheâs done, weâll return it."
Zhou Xuanzi hurriedly waved his hands.
"Senior jests! Itâs just a cauldronâconsider it a gift for your disciple!"
"You are most thoughtful."
Chen Huaiâan immediately accepted.
Zhou Xuanzi: "â¦."
The transformation had a time limit, and Chen Huaiâan was ready to leave.
Zhou Xuanzi tried to invite them for a banquet, but Chen Huaiâan wasnât interested.
Just before boarding the flying boat, he paused and looked back.
"Oh, one more thing."
Zhou Xuanzi stiffened.
"That Laughing Buddha, Leng Chanshin⦠he might not be dead."
Zhou Xuanziâs face darkened.
"If he ever comes bothering you, tell him that the Pill Sect is under my protection. If he still wonât back off, come find me at the Sword Pavilion, and Iâll deal with him myself."
Zhou Xuanzi was deeply moved.
Tears nearly welled in his eyes.
This was his biggest worryâthat Leng Chanshin wasnât fully dead and would blame him for what happened.
But now, with the Sword Pavilionâs backing?
Perfect!
As the flying boat disappeared into the distance, Zhou Xuanzi stood there in a daze.
Only one thought remained in his mindâ