Chapter 353: Plan for a Wedding

Chapter 353: Plan for a Wedding

His beloved is arriving soon. We need to be prepared, Li Xiang said. She led the way to a simple, clean house at the edge of town. Although nothing stood out about it except its cleanliness, it stood out anyways. As for why

Hui swallowed, not daring to glance at the glamorous manors squeezing in as close to the humble house as possible. Glittering gold, spotless red paint, jade dcor and all manner of gildings, carvings, decorations, gardens, and so on cluttered the scene. Isnt this a bit much, Seniors? Could it be has everyone here idolized Li Xiang, the same as back in the sect?

Er, this small cultivator had better watch his back

Ying Lin glanced at the manors, then frowned at Li Xiangs house. Sect-Aunt, isnt your house a bit plain for the surroundings?

Ah! She said it! She said it out loud! Ying Lin, why? Hui screamed silently, in despair.

Li Xiang turned, taking it in. With a deadpan look, she shrugged nonchalantly. My house came first.

Li Xiang, do you not notice how odd it is? Maybe its normal for her, but surely, surely! Hui took a deep breath and rubbed his face. Ah well. In the end, its the fools who live in these manors who look the strangest, not Li Xiang, so its all well.

Li Xiang led the way into her house. Before they entered, Ying Lin stopped in Huis way. He looked at her, startled, and found her frowning at him.

She leaned in close and whispered, Master, arent you in love with Li Xiang?

In lovesuch a thing. Im merely one of many admirers, Hui said, waving his hand dismissively.

Hmm if thats so, why has it only been business since you arrived? Shouldnt you desperately go running to her side, clasp her hand, and promise to never let go? Ying Lin asked.

Hui waved his hand harder. Ying Lin, youve been watching too many moviesahem, reading too many romance novelahem, influenced by those old wives tales too much! Romance, romance, how could I bother Li Xiang with romance at this time? Shes busy, and were both trying to revive the sect in our own way. Romance would only be distraction. Rather than talk about love, lets clear this scenario. Once Chen Xiguis dealt with, then we can figure out love.

Ying Lin frowned. But isnt Li Xiang righteous and upright? A paragon of justice? If there isnt a scenario, wont she find one quickly? If you wait, youll never bring it up.

Ah, if its so, then thats merely fate, Hui said, nodding wisely.

Or could it be? Is Master afraid to bring it up? Ying Lin asked, her eyes curling up as she smiled.

Hui swatted the top of her head lightly. Dont be ridiculous. Of all things, that, that

Hmm? Master, youre blushing, Ying Lin said.

Hui rushed past her, hiding his face with a sleeve. Never mind that. Stop teasing your Master, and lets follow her inside.

Hmm, Ying Lin hummed, still grinning.

The inside of the house was as ascetic as its exterior, simple and plain, the insides clean, without an extra stick of furniture or piece of decoration anywhere. A single small table sat in the rooms center.

Li Xiang sat at the table and gestured for them to join. As they sat, she began. His beloved arrives at the beginning of next week. In other words, in three days. We should prepare

Li Xiang! Youve returned safely! A beam of yellow sword light shot through the window and materialized into a handsome man in yellow robes, carrying a massive yellow saber on his back. Yellow petals rained through the window as he arrived, complimenting the yellow ribbon that clasped his crown hairstyle in place. He immediately dropped to his knees and took Li Xiangs hand to hold it close with both of his. Li Xiang, I cant bear to see you in danger. Stay by my side and never leave again. Ill protect you for the rest of your life!

Clicking his tongue, Lu Xubo began to pick up petals again. Youre going after Chen Xigui?

Mmm, Li Xiang confirmed.

Although Hui kept a poker face, internally, he guffawed. So easy to understand! Oh my, Lu Xubo, youre far too easy to use. Is this even legal? Its so easy to get him to do what she wants, it nearly feels illegal.

Lu Xubo swept his sleeve. Instantly, all the petals flew into his hand. With a serious expression, he leaped to the window. Li Xiang, wait a moment. Ill get the others.

He darted off. A fresh set of yellow petals materialized behind him and scattered over the floor, leaving it just as messy as it had been when he arrived.

Li Xiang sighed. She looked at the yellow petals and shook her head. Every time he comes to visit, Im the one who has to clean it. Doesnt he understand that?

Go get the others? Ah didnt you mention that most people in this village have some form of grudge against All-Heavens Sect, if not Chen Xigui? Hui guessed.

Li Xiang nodded. However, for simply speaking to his beloved, its better to have fewer people, so I thought there would be no use in explaining it to everyone.

Mmm. Still, when it comes time to attack Chen Xigui, itll be good to have everyones help, Hui said.

I understand that, and yet, I also dont want to see any more of my companions die, Li Xiang said softly.

Hui turned his eyes down. I, too, can understand that.

A gentle breeze blew. For a moment, he almost saw a hand caressing Li Xiangs face. He smiled, just slightly, though it was a bit bitter. Is that why the senior let her stay here? Li Xiang said the senior was tired of blood, killing, and war. Could it be that the senior sympathized wth Li Xiangsand ultimately, my predicament?

Hmm, when compared to Chen Wuya, I feel theres more value in gaining this mysterious senior, if shes willing to be fight at my side.

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Claws darted out of the sky. Mortal flinched, blocking the beating as best he could. Senior! The spider is close right now! Senior, I dont want to be bit again! Senior, please!

I felt like you thought something evil just now, Chen Wuya explained, landing on the web beside Mortal with a heavy bounce.

I didnt? Mortal said, confused.

Chen Wuya snorted and turned his head away. A second later, he took off into the sky again.

Hey! Did you really come just for that?

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Hui licked his lips. Er, sorry, Mortal. That may be my fault.

In any case, I need to find people stronger than me who can help take down All-Heavens Sect. Im fifth stage, which is impressive, but Gui Delun is only a Peak Lord and hes already sixth stage. How many sixth stage experts does All-Heavens have? What about seventh? Eighth? Ninth? Ah, when it comes to members who have ascended to heaven, I can probably leave that up to Master, but as for the rest, thats a problem for little me to resolve!

I cannot overturn All-Heavens on my own. I dont think Chen Wuya will move with me unless Fen Long is somehow involved in All-Heavens Sect, but this mysterious senior is already sympathetic. Ill have to find her and have a talk at some point. Its quite possible that this will bear no fruit, but its better than not trying.