Chapter 95: Old Man Sikong

Chapter 95: Old Man Sikong

"Wahhhhhh..."

"Stop crying."

"Wahhhhhh..."

"Please, stop crying."

"Wahhhhhh..." The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))

"I will take you to eat delicious food."

"Wahh...What are we going to eat?"

"..."

In the midst of a desolate wilderness, a fair-skinned girl sat hugging her knees, pouting, and wailing loudly.

Chu Liang stood at the side, feeling somewhat helpless. He could only console her repeatedly.

In order to protect Liu Xiaoyu'er, he wrapped her into a zongzi and sent her flying away. He instructed her to wait where the green leaf enchanted tool landed, but too many things happened later on, and he almost forgot about her.

After the green leaf flew out for a few hundred li, it ran out of foundational qi and landed in this desolate land. The defensive inscription couldn't sustain itself as well, and the zongzi opened.

When Liu Xiaoyu'er came out, she waited there like a well-behaved kid.

She waited and waited...

When Chu Liang followed the call of the enchanted tool and found her, it was already late at night. The young girl, exhausted and hungry from waiting, had almost fallen asleep.

As soon as she saw Chu Liang, the emotions of being unfairly treated surged within her, and she cried for a good half a day before she stopped.

"I will take you back, and you can eat whatever you want." Chu Liang immediately promised her when he saw that her behavior had changed.

When Chu Liang brought her back to the South Gate City, the performance had ended. In a bustling manner, the crowd made their way out. This grand event was truly spectacular from any perspective, providing a thoroughly enjoyable experience.

The events that unfolded earlier would undoubtedly spread across the continent of the Yu Dynasty in a short period. In a sense, Xue Lingxue should also thank Chu Liang. Her performance had garnered the level of attention that would have been hard to achieve under normal circumstances.

When Di Nufeng saw Liu Xiaoyu'er, she immediately showed a loving expression as she asked, "Whose little girl is this? She's so adorable..."

"Esteemed Teacher, this is the koi fish that I mentioned earlier, " Chu Liang whispered.

"Oh! This tiny creature is a demon? That makes it even more fun!" Di Nufeng's eyes lit up. She wrapped her arm around Liu Xiaoyu'er's neck and gave her a good head rub.

It was a good thing that his teacher liked this fish. Chu Liang had planned that if the elder sister couldn't be found, he would bring her back to the Silver Sword Peak and have her settle there.

On one hand, he couldn't bear to let her fend for herself. On the other hand, it was evident that the presence of the koi fish would bestow a layer of blessing on any unboxing and cultivation activities.

"Mm mm mm..." Liu Xiaoyu'er's hair was tousled as she complained, "You promised to help me find my sister and take me to eat delicious food..."

He was like one of those old men who would play chess under the big tree at the village entrance.

He sat by the quiet and deep silver pond with a fishing rod in hand. The past hundred years had passed by peacefully.

The old man smiled as he looked at Di Nufeng and then at Chu Liang and Liu Xiaoyu'er who stood behind her, saying, "Are you here to ask about matters concerning this little girl?"

"And that's why they say you are a divine being. With just a glance, you already know what we need."

When requesting a favor, Di Nufeng displayed skill in flattery as she immediately praised Old Man Sikong.

"This koi fish has flourishing luck. Even without seeking my help, her wishes will still come true," Old Man Sikong trembled as he took out a turtle shell from his pocket and said, "You will eventually cross paths with people that you want to see."

"Enough with the mystery talk. Just lend us a hand by telling us where her sister is, and we'll handle the rest," Di Nufeng said, cutting to the chase.

She was used to being straightforward and couldn't stand these cryptic sayings.

"Hehe. You..." Old Man Sikong shook his head helplessly.

"Grandpa, please, I'm begging you. I just need to know if my sister is safe, even if I can't find her. I'm really worried," Liu Xiaoyu pleaded, her voice trembling with concern.

"Alright. Alright." Old Man Sikong nodded as he smiled from ear to ear.

He lifted the turtle shell and a blue flame surged from the tip of his right finger, burning the bottom of the turtle shell. Soon, intricate golden patterns began to illuminate its surface. With each movement of the patterns, the shell emitted a crackling sound as tiny cracks started to form, spreading across its surface.

As Old Man Sikong observed the cracks, he paused for a moment in contemplation. He then lifted his head and said to Liu Xiaoyu'er, "You are destined to stay in Mount Shu. Remain here in peace and you might have the opportunity of a transformation into something as great as a dragon. Your sister's destiny lies elsewhere; she must tread her own path and seek her own opportunities."

"Is..." Liu Xiaoyu'er blinked as she asked, "Is she alright?"

"Not only is she alright, but she will also live a very good life. You and your sister will reunite soon." Old Man Sikong said with a reassuring and slow voice that made people feel extremely at ease. "If you search for her now, you will disrupt the course of her destiny. It's better to wait for the right timing."

"Oh..." Liu Xiaoyu'er nodded gently as she responded, "Okay then."

She felt a little disappointed. However, the grandpa seemed to be saying that good things will happen. And so, she wasn't worried anymore.

The old man spoke in a very trustworthy manner.

When the questions were asked, the three members of the Silver Sword Peak turned around and were about to leave when Old Man Sikong asked, "Young man, what is your name?"

"Me?" Chu Liang replied, "I am Chu Liang."

Old Man Sikong looked at him with a meaningful gaze and an expression of contemplation as well as a hint of doubt. After a while, he nodded and said, "I remember your name now. You may head back."

Chu Liang was confused. Nonetheless, he didn't say much as he turned around and left with his teacher.

Even after they had walked a long way, Old Man Sikong continued to gaze in the direction they left. His pupils slightly contracted as he was deep in thought.

Suddenly...

The fishing rod by his hand trembled slightly.

"Eh?"