Chapter 62 - 61: Mysterious Intentions and a Hint of Fragrance

Since the decision had already been made in his mind, Qi Chuan did not delay.

He immediately took out pen and paper, started transcribing, and soon completed the transcription, binding it into a booklet.

"Now that the rubbing is finished, the next issue is how to deliver it,"

Qi Chuan pondered softly.

Such an item as the Little Profound Crystal Jade Body cannot be entrusted to others for delivery; it’s just not safe. It seems I’ll have to personally make a trip to the Outer Sect.

Fortunately, Qi Chan’Er’s residence is in the Outer Sect. She informed me of it when we parted at the Wind Moon Sect’s mountain gate after the Cloud-Rising Mountain Range expedition.

Thus, Qi Chuan left his Tier One Upper Grade Cave Mansion and headed towards the Outer Sect of the Wind Moon Sect.

Though both the Outer Sect and Inner Sect of the Wind Moon Sect were divided from the mountain ranges surrounding the Wind Moon Lake, the Outer Sect encompassed a much larger area. However, there were more Outer Sect Disciples, and the concentration of Spiritual Qi on the various Spirit Peaks of the Outer Sect was much less than that of the Inner Sect.

Anyone who is not from the Outer Sect must pass through the Outer Sect Hall to enter, so after exiting the Inner Sect’s area, Qi Chuan headed straight for the Outer Sect Hall.

The Outer Sect Hall was located at the entrance to the Outer Sect region. When Qi Chuan, dressed in Inner Sect disciple robes, appeared outside the great hall of the Outer Sect Hall, he immediately caught the attention of those inside. A chubby middle-aged steward came out to meet him.

"I do not know what business brings this Inner Sect Junior Brother to the Outer Sect Hall?"

After coming out, the chubby steward gave Qi Chuan a same-sect salute and then inquired about Qi Chuan’s purpose for being there.

Calling Qi Chuan "Junior Brother" was not a mere formality, as this chubby steward was rather unusual.

To hold the position of steward in the Outer Sect Hall, rather than a regular steward position, stemmed from him originally being an Inner Sect disciple of the Wind Moon Sect. He had reached the end of his term as an Inner Sect disciple without advancing to the True Inheritance, thus now accepting this role, making his address towards Qi Chuan accurate.

However, a young Inner Sect disciple like Qi Chuan, with potential still ahead, was a prospective member of the True Inheritance.

Even if he steps back after his tenure, the positions available to such an Inner Sect disciple likely won’t be inferior to his own.

Therefore, the chubby steward treated Qi Chuan as an equal, if not with slightly more deference.

"Oh, Steward Senior Brother, I am here in the Outer Sect looking for someone." Qi Chuan smiled and said in response to the chubby steward’s inquiry.

Seeing the steward of such age using the term "Junior Brother" for him, Qi Chuan guessed that he was once an Inner Sect disciple and did not hesitate to return the courtesy with "Senior Brother".

"Looking for someone, are we? Alright, just come in and register,"

The chubby steward immediately led Qi Chuan into the Outer Sect Hall for registration.

He then personally guided Qi Chuan to find Qi Chan’Er’s residence, as her basic information was naturally recorded in the Outer Sect Hall.

Soon, Qi Chuan arrived at a Spirit Peak deep within the Outer Sect. From halfway up the mountain to its summit, two-story small pavilions were scattered around.

Outer Sect Disciples do not have independent cave mansions; they reside in such small pavilions. These are set up based on the concentration and distribution of Spiritual Qi on the Outer Sect’s Spirit Peaks. Some Spirit Peaks have only one or two pavilions, while others have dozens. Each pavilion is quite similar, with no marked difference in quality.

Qi Chan’Er’s pavilion was situated near the mountain top.

"I’m not sure if Qi Chan’Er is at her residence now." Qi Chuan suddenly realized. That woman is known for her tenacity and dedication to the Immortal Dao, frequently undertaking missions like a task maniac.

Unlike him, Qi Chuan merely completes the thrice-yearly tasks perfunctorily, always choosing the simplest and safest with reasonable returns. Since becoming an Upper Grade Talisman Maker, even the "reasonable returns" criterion was dropped. His only requirement became the simple, safe completion of three tasks annually.

If by chance Qi Chan’Er is away, wouldn’t this trip be in vain?

"Outer Sect Disciple Qi Chan’Er, are you in your pavilion?" The chubby steward shouted in front of a small pavilion at the mountain top, bringing Qi Chuan along.

At that moment, some Outer Sect Disciples on the Spirit Peak were alerted. They peeked out from their respective pavilions or popped their heads out from the second levels to look in the direction of Qi Chuan. Seeing his Inner Sect disciple attire, surprise filled their expressions.

An Inner Sect Disciple coming to their Spirit Peak, indeed an unusual sight.

"What’s the matter?" A clear, melodious young woman’s voice came from the pavilion in front of the chubby steward.

Then, Qi Chuan saw the pavilion’s first-level door open, revealing Qi Chan’Er stepping out, her pretty face showing some confusion.

On seeing the chubby steward first, recognizing him as one from the Outer Sect Hall, she was slightly puzzled. But soon after, she caught sight of Qi Chuan, standing calmly behind the steward, in his Inner Sect disciple robes, and a hint of handsomeness in his refined looks.

"Qi Chuan?"

Qi Chan’Er recognized him right away and her eyes widened slightly in surprise. She never expected Qi Chuan to personally come to the Outer Sect looking for her at this time.

"I have a matter to discuss with you." Not delaying after seeing Qi Chan’Er, Qi Chuan went straight to the point.

"What is it?" Qi Chan’Er asked, puzzled.

"This isn’t the place to talk, let’s go inside." Qi Chuan said. Since it involved the Little Profound Crystal Jade Body, it certainly couldn’t be discussed in public. Although the pavilion wasn’t a cave mansion, it did have its own array for privacy.

"Alright." Though confused, Qi Chan’Er didn’t overthink it. She turned and led Qi Chuan into the pavilion, closing the door behind them, shielding them from outside gazes.

Seeing this, the chubby steward chuckled without commenting further, then turned back towards the direction of the Outer Sect Hall.

"Is an Inner Sect male disciple actually visiting that pretty junior sister atop the mountain?"

"And they went inside, closing the door!"

"..."

Meanwhile, from the other pavilions on this Spirit Peak, other Outer Sect Disciples retracted their gazes, filled with speculation, their minds conjuring scenarios of their own.

Back at the mountain top, inside the pavilion’s first floor, only after the door closed did Qi Chan’Er belatedly register the fact, a faint blush creeping onto her fair face.

It seemed she had done something scandalous, bringing a male cultivator into her residence and mysteriously shutting the door.

If seen by the other Outer Sect Disciples on the Spirit Peak, who knows what they might think?

However, seeing that Qi Chuan’s expression remained unchanged and calm, she thought perhaps she was overthinking it. Maybe it was just an ordinary matter. Given Qi Chuan’s nature, for him to personally come to the Outer Sect seeking her with such secrecy, there surely must be a reason.

"Qi Chuan, what exactly is the matter?" Qi Chan’Er asked solemnly, her cheeks faintly flushed.

Upon entering, Qi Chuan faintly caught the delicate fragrance from the young woman, subtly wafting into his nose, which felt a bit ticklish, triggering a sense of something amiss.

But there was no choice, as the Little Profound Crystal Jade Body absolutely could not be exposed.

Now, hearing Qi Chan’Er’s question, he maintained his composure, and took out a cultivation manual from his chest.

It was indeed the cultivation manual for the Little Profound Crystal Jade Body!

The booklet was clean and neat, newly bound, and the five characters "Little Profound Crystal Jade Body" written on the cover were penned by Qi Chuan himself, using the Upper Grade Profound Image Magic Brush, with the strokes resembling runes in form.

"Oh, it’s nothing much, I just brought this for you." Qi Chuan said calmly, handing the freshly arranged cultivation manual to Qi Chan’Er.