This caused the Canghai couple to be happy as well as worried, especially Canghai. After eating something so amazing that he had never eaten before and drinking the Tigerbone Yang Amplification Beauty Purification Wine which was loved by both men and women, Canghai was really worried what would happen if Qing Shui were to leave one day.
So what if he thickened his skin and requested more from Qing Shui before he left? The enjoyable stuff would be finished sooner or later. Now, Canghai regretted that he didnât thicken his skin enough to ask Qing Shui for the recipe of the Tigerbone Yang Amplification Beauty Purification Wine. Now his hopes were all on the shoulders of his daughter.
If Qing Shui really became his son-in-law, not only would his daughter marry a good husband, but also Canghai could enjoy good food every day as well.
Just seeing the way Canghai behaved made one already guess what this 60 year old man was thinking about. Taking gains and loss with equanimity, he had the attitude of a younger guy. He didnât want his daughter to miss out on such a good catch that could also make him and his wife happy.
âSenior, do you know who is the owner of the Greencloud Furniture City?â After they ate, Qing Shui asked Canghai curiously. Qing Shui thought that there was a high probability for the owner to be from the Immortal Sword Sect, Joyous Sect, or the Imperial Beast Aristocrats.
Canghai wasnât surprised when he heard Qing Shuiâs question. Looking at Qing Shui, he laughed as he replied, âA very powerful person. Qing Shui, you have to know that over in this region, the Immortal Sword Sect, the Joyous Sect, and the Imperial Beasts Aristocrats may appear very powerful, but this is merely on the surface. There are still some very powerful figures that are all alone, and appear extremely ordinary.â
After hearing the words of Canghai, Qing Shui could deduce that Canghai didnât even place the Immortal Sword Sect and the rest in his eyes. From Canghaiâs words, Qing Shui could gather that there were indeed many powerful experts who chose to live an idle life, appearing to be a an ordinary commoner.
âIf thatâs the case, could Senior alert me to some of these very powerful people? In the future, I would take note and avoid them.â Qing Shui casually inquired as he drank his tea.
Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li both turned their gazes towards Canghai.
âLet me tell you about those that I know of, but if you want an exact number, I donât think anyone would know. You never know that the inconspicuous fishmonger you might meet down the street might actually be a peerless expert.â Canghai laughed.
âAround this region, the Sword Tower is an extremely powerful and mysterious existence. The Sword Tower has little people yet they are all extremely strong. The reputation of their sword techniques resound far and wide. However, this organization is really mysterious. They would only open once every two years and set up a test for interested people. As long as there are those that could reached the 9th level, they would be able to obtain a precious treasure.â Canghai replied.
âSword Tower? You mean that Nine Level Bamboo Tower?â Canghai Mingyue asked in surprise.
âYes, that bamboo tower. However, that bamboo is no ordinary bamboo. Instead, itâs the Purple Heart Bamboo from the Southern Seas, and itâs even stronger than steel.â
âSenior, why does the Sword Tower organise such tests?â Qing Shui didnât understand. If you were a powerful sect, there shouldnât be any problems attracting disciples. However, the Sword Tower did have very little people. Not only that, if you won, they would still gift a precious treasure to you. What exactly were they planning?
Canghai shook his head, âI donât know either. Some things are done without any rhyme or reason.â
âHas Senior tried the test of the Sword Tower before?â QIng Shui felt that this matter was pretty interesting.
âHehe, yup. I tried it once about fifty years ago.â Canghai laughed.
âWhat level did Senior reach previously?â Qing Shui curiously inquired. Qing Shui wanted to know how strong the Sword Tower exactly was.
â2nd level.â Canghai replied.
Qing Shui was thunderstruck. 50 years ago. Canghai should, at the very least already, have been at the Xiantian Realm. However, he only reached the 2nd level? How powerful was the Sword Tower exactly?
âSenior, in these fifty years, you didnât try again?â Qing Shui continued asking. He really wanted to know how far could he go at Canghaiâs level.
âI went to try again about three years ago. However, I wonât tell you the results.â Canghai smiled.
âDad, just tell us. We wonât tell others. I wanna know as well.â Canghai Mingyue hugged one of Canghaiâs arms as she pouted.
âNope, if I said it, you guys will definitely brush it off as a lie. To save all the trouble, I donât want my daughter to accuse me of lying.â Canghai laughed as he replied to Canghai Mingyue.
âHmph, daddy is so petty.â
In the afternoon, Qing Shui didnât go out but chose to stay alone in his room instead. Qing Shui preferred the solitude and quietness. Only during such moments would he be able to sort out his thoughts and think things through.
However, before he could get to enjoy the peace and quiet, the two other ladies already made their way into his room. They wanted to drag him out for breakfast and visit the streets. Over the course of these two months, Qing Shui realised that he had gotten extremely familiar with both Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li.
âQing Shui, are you planning to challenge the Sword Tower?â Huoyun casually asked after she stepped into the room.
âWhy? Are you worried about me?â Qing Shui snickered. Qing Shui realised it had been too long since he last teased Huoyun. He also realised that in the presence of Canghai Mingyue and her family, Huoyun Liu-Li seemed to be holding her charm back.
âWhoâs worried about you? Go to hell!â Huoyun Liu-Li adorably rolled her eyes at Qing Shui.
Qing Shui discovered that his willpower now was many times stronger compared to the past. Even when seeing the peerless beauty of Canghai Mingyue and Huoyun Liu-Li, he was able to hold his disposition. If it was the past him, he would have definitely already lost control of himself. However, there was still an impulse to rush over to hug them, or to press himself down on their soft bodies.
No matter what, Qing Shui was someone that had already tasted women before, just like a cat doused with catnip. After knowing the taste of women, Qing Shui kept yearning for that taste again. Speaking of which, it had already been a period of time since he last touched a woman.
âQing Shui, I actually need your help with something. This is why I came to look for you today.â Canghai Mingyue hummed and hawed, as she stated.
Looking at the behaviour of Canghai Mingyue, Qing Shui was somewhat puzzled. Could she have wanted him to be her doctor? Did she have any illnesses or other medical conditions?
Bewilderedly, Qing Shui stared at Canghai Mingyue. He stared for quite a long time and even activated his Heavenly Vision Technique. However, to his surprise, Canghai Mingyue was in perfect condition and didnât seem to have any illnesses or medical conditions.
âYou seem perfectly fine, or is there some awkward spot like your buttocks or some other place thatâs uncomfortable? Tell me, we are friends. I will help you, hehehe. Iâm not boasting but my medical skills are pretty good.â Qing Shui teased her, trying to lighten up the atmosphere.
âGo and die, you are crazy. You are talking nonsenseâŚâ Canghai Mingyue blushed. Previously, she suppressed herself because she was in front of her parents. Now, she could finally give free rein and didnât need to suppress her words.
Qing Shui didnât expect that the imposing and majestic presence atop the Golden Winged Thunder Condor would actually have such a girlish side to her. This sense of beauty unexpectedly struck him right in his heart.
Canghai Mingyue inclined her head, as her beautiful black eyes were rimmed with wetness.
âWhat do you need? As long as your dad doesnât force me into a marriage, Iâm okay with anything.â Qing Shui continued his teasing.
Canghai Mingyue was stunned, as her heartbeat quickened.
âCouâŚcouldâŚyou⌠pretend to be my husband tomorrow?â The volume of Canghai Mingyueâs voice got smaller and smaller, as she quickly turned her gaze below. She did not dare to meet Qing Shuiâs eyes.
Qing Shui felt surprise in his heart. Such a peerless beauty akin to an immortal was actually talking to him in such a shy manner. Not only that, her words were also capable of causing oneâs imagination to roam about wildly.
âPretend? What do you mean by pretend? If you want to, I can be your real hubby!â Qing Shui laughed out loud.
Maybe it was how relaxed Qing Shui appeared to be that Canghai Mingyueâs awkwardness also disappeared. A woman like her making such a request most definitely meant that she had a reason behind it. Qing Shui didnât question her reasons but merely agreed in hopes of sharing her burdens.
âHmph, be more seriousâŚâ Canghai Mingyue scolded.
âOkay okay, no need to be so nervous. Tell me what you want. I was kidding earlier. Even if your dad wanted to force me into a marriage with you, I will agree too.â Qing Shui replied.
Canghai Mingyue casted a glance at Qing Shui before replying, âTomorrow, a bosom friend of my father will be coming over. Not only that, he will bring his son along to propose a marriage engagement with me.â
âYou donât like him?â Qing Shui smiled.
âOf course I donât like him.â Canghai Mingyue was speechless.
âActually, emotions can slowly be nurtured after marriageâŚâ Qing Shui spoke like a wise man as he nodded his head to Canghai Mingyue.
After a certain amount of silence, Qing Shui broke out laughing, âOkay, I will stop teasing you. Tell me what I should do, how can I help you? Would our pretty Miss here be more gentle to me, and take pity on this little guy here, okay?â
Canghai Mingyue, ââŚâ
Canghai Mingyue discovered that she was totally helpless in front of Qing Shui. How many years had it been since someone dared to be so impolite to her? This bratâs mouth dared to say anything.
Huoyun, at the side, giggled non-stop. She caused Canghai Mingyue to feel even more bashful.
âTomorrow, you would pretend to be Sister Mingyueâs hubby. We will just say that both of you are already married. This way, the guy should stop his fantasy.â Huoyun Liu-Li giggled.
Canghai Mingyue asked Huoyun to be by her side today just so she could say that!
âRelax, but how should I address you? Mingyue, Yueyue, Beloved Waifu, Honey, DearâŚâ Qing Shui snickered as his thoughts ran wild.
The moment Canghai Mingyue heard the words âYueyueâ, she was totally unable to show her face. That next sentence of Qing Shui kept resounding in her mind. âYueyue, letâs go. Itâs time for our baby to drink milk!â
âI donât care what you address me as, but you better act the part well. You are also not allowed to take advantage of me.â Canghai Mingyue breathed heavily as she gazed at Qing Shui.
âOh, hmm⌠then thereâs gonna be some difficulty. If we donât appear like a couple, itâs impossible to get the guy to believe, right?â Qing Shui rubbed his nose as he stated seriously.
âThen⌠you are not allowed to be too cheeky.â Canghai Mingyue blushed again as she lowered her head.
âYueyue, maybe we should think about how you would address me to make him give up the idea of pursuing you.â Qing Shui added.
âHmm⌠Hubby?â
âYes? Did Yueyue miss me?â Qing Shui snickered.
Mist clouded Canghai Mingyueâs eyes as she hurried pulled Huoyun and left the room.
As they left, Qing Shui bitterly smiled as he stood at the windows, gazing at the departing back views of the two beautiful girls. Who would have thought that Canghai Mingyue would make such a request of him?
These kind of âharming others but no benefits to oneselfâ things werenât things he would do usually. After all, Canghai Mingyue wasnât his woman. Despite so, they were still friends, and ultimately, he still decided to help her.
In the afternoon, Qing Shui lazed about in his room and finally took out the Ferocious Tiger Departing the Mountains Portrait to hang it up in his room. Qing Shui laid on his bed and meticulously analysed the portrait.
Although he had already reached the Great Perfection Stage for his Tiger Form, Qing Shui discovered that there were still improvements to be made. Akin to his Deer Cantering Technique, practicing his Tiger Form despite it already being at the Great Perfection Stage would still enable him to gain increments in his attributes. Qing Shui wondered what came after the Great Perfection Stage. Could it be that his Great Perfection Stage wasnât the real level? Only the stage after his current status could be considered the genuine Great Perfection Stage.
Qing Shui spent the entire afternoon studying the portrait, as well as the formless aura the tiger in the portrait seemed to emit. He immersed himself in the concept of the painting.
At night, Qing Shui learnt that the Canghai Couple also agreed to this. After all, they didnât want to force their daughter. If his bosom buddy really came, Canghai would also find it difficult to reject him. After all, they had a friendship over several decades.
âQing Shui, be careful tomorrow. That little guy is a 8th grade Xiantian expert. He would definitely challenge you. Do you have confidence?â Canghai inquired.
Upon hearing the words of Canghai, Qing Shui frowned. A 8th grade Xiantian expert was someone on the level of Skysword Sect Sovereign, Gongsun Sanqian. Qing Shui sighed. Why were the friends of Canghai so powerful? Even their descendents had this level of might. All these made Qing Shui even more curious about Canghai.
âWhat happens if I injure the guy tomorrow?â Qing Shui smiled in response.
âHmm, as long as you donât kill him, injuries donât matter.â Canghai sighed.
This reply caused Qing Shui to be slightly stunned. It seemed that matters werenât that simple as shown on the surface.
However, Qing Shui also knew that if his opponent was at the level of Gongsun Sanqian, he wasnât that worried. After all, he had his hidden weapons, the Big Dipper Sword, and his mastery over the 3rd waves of the Nine Waves Great Golden PalmâŚ