"In the future, if Qin Yu makes achievements in alchemy, then consider it further."

Qin Yu’s words were well-reasoned, not entirely refusing.

He couldn’t possibly offend the elders, right?!

What if they made things difficult for him later? That would be problematic.

It’s definitely not because of any other reasons!

Originally, upon hearing the earlier part from Qin Yu, Su Xihe felt quite gratified, but her expression suddenly turned cold as it progressed.

Consider it?!

You still need to consider?

Fine, fine, fine!

You already have several Dao Companions, even added their sister, and it’s still not enough, right?!

Still want to marry more?

Ha!

This is men.

Having what’s in the bowl, still eyeing what’s in the pot.

Moreover, a bit overconfident!

She couldn’t believe it.

Even an ox would be exhausted to death, right?!

"It seems we were inconsiderate, no rush, no rush, haha..."

The Great Elder laughed heartily, seemingly noticing something too, perhaps Qin Yu was merely being cautious about his mentor.

However, his goal was already achieved.

At least they had met Qin Yu, considered an acquaintance.

"Indeed, indeed, cultivation is more important."

The elders all nodded in agreement, their words full of confirmation.

"Let’s end today, everyone withdraw!" 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

Su Xihe finally couldn’t hold back, stood up and spoke.

Under her cold gaze, even the Great Elder couldn’t speak further, after some salutes, they retreated one by one.

The grand hall soon left only the three mentors and disciples.

"Hmph!"

The Sect Leader let out a soft snort and departed with firm steps.

However, before leaving, she deliberately glanced at Qin Yu, with a hint of displeasure in her eyes.

"Master Liu, do you think Master will be angry?"

Qin Yu cautiously approached Liu Zixiao and asked.

Master Liu was indeed better, not so distant with him, even during the medicated baths, always watched over.

"What do you think?"

Liu Zixiao gave him a sideways glance.

Although the Sect Leader appeared to maintain an indifferent attitude, she had her own concerns.

After all, this was Qin Yu’s personal matter, even as his mentor, she couldn’t intervene too much.

Regarding the elders’ intentions, actually perceptive people could see.

Strengthening relations with Qin Yu was one aspect.

Most importantly, Qin Yu never abandoned his Dao Companions along the way, showing a great sense of loyalty; as long as this relationship remained, he would certainly watch over this lineage’s descendants in future.

Su Xihe, as the Sect Leader, completely severing their aspirations might backfire.

This was why she remained silent.

"I didn’t agree, right?"

Qin Yu smiled awkwardly, touching his nose.

Frankly speaking, although he lived two lives, he had never experienced such a scene before, indeed a bit... floating.

"So you intend to agree?"

Liu Zixiao looked at him playfully.

This disciple really... knows how to reach.

She saw it clearly, those young girls were all quite tender.

Qin Yu immediately corrected his expression, patting his chest, "No such thing, I, Qin Yu, have a single-minded devotion to the Dao, only holding Master and Master Liu in my heart!"

"Oh."

Liu Zixiao’s eyes narrowed slightly, leaning closer to whisper in a voice only they could hear, "You mean, your goal is your... Master?"

"Uh."

Qin Yu seemed to be frozen, stiff in place, his expression turned subtly awkward but remained stubborn, "Master Liu, respecting the teacher and valuing the Dao is my motto, towards both Masters, I have only complete respect and dare not show any disrespect."

"Hehe."

Liu Zixiao almost wrote disbelief on her face.

She personally saw that day, this guy’s respect... was immensely high.

Still talking of respecting teachers and valuing the Dao.

Which master are you respecting, and value the Dao of whom?!

That Yin Qinghe, was his master’s wife... was that his so-called respect?

Qin Yu wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Liu Zixiao, "I’m returning to the cave mansion, go find your Sect Leader Master."

"This... sure."

Qin Yu replied wretchedly, left the grand hall, and walked towards the Sect Leader’s cave mansion.

...

Returning from the grand hall, the Sect Leader seemed a bit sulky, lightly furrowing her Dai Mei.

Examining the reason, it’s all due to Qin Yu’s attitude.

Indeed, although Qin Yu clearly refused courteously, Su Xihe distinctly captured a moment of hesitation in his gaze!

He dared hesitate!

What does that mean?

It signifies he was moved!

Could it be, having his sister wasn’t enough?!

What more does he want?

Perhaps... he would dare to entertain thoughts of her too?!

As if suddenly picturing a certain scene, a tremor ran through the Sect Leader’s heart.

Immediately, on her beautiful face, a blush unwittingly emerged, akin to peach blossoms under the first light of dawn, splendid yet a bit unnatural.

Su Xiyue, celebrated as the Yunlan Domain’s First Fairy, unmatched in beauty and grace.

As her elder sister, Su Xihe merely lagged slightly in root bone.

However, due to her status as Lord of the Immortal Sect, her majesty and gravity commanded respect, making people fearful to speak casually.

Su Xiyue is the fairy in the skies.

While she is the queen from above, the world forgets her peerless beauty, focusing more on respecting her status, not daring to harbor any other thoughts.

And Qin Yu, he may not act arrogantly because of his talents, but there’s subtle arrogance embedded in him.

Through these days of interaction, although Qin Yu constantly showed enough respect, humility, and sincerity before her, the Sect Leader keenly captured a hidden...

Intensity.

Initially, Su Xihe believed Qin Yu merely held pure gratitude towards her.

But upon introspection, she gradually realized, within that intensity, seemed to reside... other meanings.

Impossible.

Could it be, this disciple dared chance her authority as a mentor?!

She was the Lord of the Immortal Sect!

Yet, unbidden, a tremor ran through Su Xihe’s heart.

She questioned herself.

Would Qin Yu not dare?

"Hmph!"

Su Xihe, as the Sect Leader, held absolute confidence in herself.

She had already reached the Golden Core Peak, standing among the ranks of Yunlan Domain’s summit!

Fear her disciple, could it be?

By mere pressure, she could suppress him.

Su Xihe’s eyes flickered, as she had already formulated a plan.

She absolutely couldn’t let those inappropriate thoughts in Qin Yu’s heart continue to germinate.

What would be appropriate?

Intentionally distancing... was also not feasible.

At this point, she subtly furrowed her brow, deeply pondering.

Too cordial and clearly inappropriate; too aloof, risks hurting the bond, needing Qin Yu to feel her kindness, yet curb his audacious considerations.

Considering the intentions of those elders, the Sect Leader contemplated whether to make public the affair of her sister and Qin Yu.

After all, as the Sect Leader, she couldn’t keep watching over them every night?!