Chapter 241 - Acquaintances, Friends, and Disciples

Sang Shui flashed a vibrant smile. A kind of smile that he hadn't had since she had left. Seeing Su Ci Yi for the first time five years ago, was still like a vivid dream in his memory. Amidst the turbulent and violent waves of the torrential rain, and the blaring thunder lightning, that same woman who had been a massive contributor in the peaceful regime of his own tribe - stood at the front of the forest, basking under the thick lines of raindrops.

Qin Yu was not on her side at that moment and thought of possibilities. Knowing well the man, something might have been wrong with their relationship and Su Ci Yi sought for a temporary residence in their place.

Either way, she was very welcome here.

However, it seems that his presumption that she would stay here for good was totally wrong. Her sole purpose is to talk to Lingua Liu. She wanted to find a place packed with spiritual energy to support her leveling.

She was never wrong to choose this place.

Long ago, there was also a cultivator who was trapped in this place. Over the years, he stayed atop on that mountain where Su Ci Yi settled for almost five years. That person was also the one who discovered the abundant place and therefore build an array to seclude it away from the public. Only Lingua Liu had knowledge about where is it. It was thanks to the treasures left behind by 'that' person that Lingua Liu was able to find it.

"So, how much did you gain now?"

Sang Shui was curious. Earlier, Su Ci Yi displayed a tremendous physique that even himself couldn't compare into. The last time she was in their village, she was a heck stronger than they are, but now, her level even more increased. He's not even worth half of her strength.

" Divine Spirit Foundation Level One"

Although Shang Shui had no idea what it means, somewhat he knew that it's an incomparable level.

"By the way, where is Mai... why can't I see her?" Before she secluded on the mountain, she left her to them.

"She was following behind us. But it seems that Jing Sang did something to her again, why she's late here."

That Jing Sang never really matured. 

"Master!" Soon enough, a person who came from the bushes with tattered clothes and a muddy face appeared in front of her. Mai had dark brown skin, but having mud on her face, it seemed it blended artistically. 

Aside from the face which gotten old from the five years, Mai's personality was still the same. The moment she caught sight of her, she jumped out of excitement and hugged her tightly.

"Master! Are you not going to seclusion anymore? Please don't leave me too long. You don't know how much I suffer from the stupid monkey (Jing Sang) making my life miserable and unbearable. Master, let's leave this place immediately and head down to the upgraded society of the modern world. Heave-hoo!"

She's still talkative, as always.

Su Ci Yi looked at Sang Shui suspiciously.

" She didn't mean it negatively. Mai, explain properly what you mean."

Mai broke from her hug and gazes with adoration at Sang Shui, "Master, it's Jing Sang that made my life here hell. Master Shui is gentle and good with me throughout the years. Actually, along the way, Jing Sang even laid traps on the path and I wasn't able to cope up with them, that's why I'm in this mess."

Mai swallowed her saliva and continued, "Master, can we get out here? Can we live in the city and settled on that luxurious mansion of your sweet sugar daddy? I kinda miss his sweet and sour toppled redfish with soup-"

"What?..." Su Ci Yi interrupted her before she could even blurted out her ridiculous thoughts.

Su Ci Yi almost choked with what she heard. But before she could react, Jing Sang showed in front of her. His hair was totally blown off like a bird's nest and his dress tattered into pieces.

" People tattling behind their back is the lowest. If you have something against me, say it in front of my face." Jing Sang retorted, hearing people backstabbing him.

Mai was startled and rush at the back of Su Ci Yi. However, even if Mai was on her back, Jing Sang nonchalantly dragged her out by pinching her from the ear. The poor girl twitched as she tried to get it back, but the man's strength was way above her.

"Master..." Mai whimpered as she was dragged away.

Upon going out of the cave, she witnessed these people What about her relaxation for a while?

Su Ci Yi heaved a sigh, then flicked her finger towards the man. Small vines twisted coming from the mangroves and crawl on Jing Sang's feet. The man was caught off guard and was bound tight in full. In the end, he was hung upside down from the tree.

"Hey! Dumb woman, release me!" He shouted in retortion, he swiftly looked at Sang Shui to help him. No matter what, Sang Shui should show a little camaraderie as a comrade, a brother in battle, and an ally in conspiracies.

But Sang Shui only glanced at him once and turn around,

"Let's go back now. You must have been bored inside the cave for almost five years."

***

Su Ci Yi was once again back to the Chief's abode. The rattan chair which was overused and had a few termites were still being used by the old man and even though it was like that, it's as if he didn't care.

Contrary to the robust and luxurious fake chieftain from last time.

Now the city was bustling and the industry was growing well. She could see it from the different merchants entering the city without racism and strict restrictions.

The people's living also improved and no homeless person was lying on the streets. 

Even the hierarchy in society was also abolished. Although the power of an individual is still divided into different tiers, the system is nothing like the same as before.

Su Ci Yi saw an old man with a long beard and grizzled eyebrows. But despite his latent years, his vigor and agility are still visible in his physique, and his glamorous glory didn't dwindle from the lost of his younger years.

Lingua Liu saw them approaching, and he immediately stood up to receive them.

Behind, the attendants scrambled to take a tea set and a few loaf bread from the kitchen. But Su Ci Yi stopped them, eating isn't a matter of concern for her anymore.

" Thanks old man for letting me inside the cave. I can see that you took care and maintain the place over the years."

"My pleasure. It is my duty to preserve the legacy of my ancestors. Please, don't mention it."

Lingua Liu finds a seat for his guest. There were two chairs facing the table. Sang Shui remained standing on her back while he led her to sit.

"Thanks."

"It's my pleasure"

The Chief seated on her front and upon sitting, he immediately went to the business. Although he had been too grateful for this lady who had the same physique with their ancestor, he couldn't help but to shamelessly asked again for her assistance.

Although the 'Village of Disappearing Soul' has become peaceful within the passing of years, there was this another phenomenon inside the forest that made him especially baffled. The situation didn't yet call for a red alert, but the disturbances it causes to the spectator were visible.

Lingua Liu didn't want to wait for the day that it'll be dangerous anymore.

The atmosphere was embellished with a black and white aura. The ambiance became dense and the two people on her front and back kept silent.

This time, Lingua Liu simply gazed at Sang Shui and made a few serious gestures towards him. Sang Shui nodded when they come into agreement, and the latter reverted his gaze towards her.

This time with an earnest and agitated look.