Chapter 40: Senior, what on earth are you talking about?

At this moment, Lu Yaoyao smiled and said, "As long as the chicken is found, it’s fine. I was thinking of earning those three thousand spirit stones from you, Senior Brother, but it looks like there’s no chance now."

Yan Xiaohu muttered softly, "I also wanted to earn them, otherwise I wouldn’t have forcefully barged in and caused a conflict with them initially."

Zhou Qing said, "I still need to thank Junior Sister Lu, Senior Brother Li, and Senior Brother He for their help last night. Fortunately, it was just a misunderstanding. Today, I’ll treat you all to Jade Dining Hall!"

Currently, he has three thousand spirit stones, the chicken has been found, and he obtained a nearly flawless spirit egg. The crisis has been resolved, and he has accumulated these Heart Mirror Points, so he must celebrate properly.

Including himself, there are six people. Spending one or two hundred spirit stones should be enough.

Just consider it as spending money to avoid disaster.

Upon hearing Zhou Qing’s treat, Lu Yaoyao immediately cheered.

Sister Shi Zhen wanted to decline, but Zhou Qing repeatedly invited her.

After all, last time you treated me, so this time it’s my turn.

Then, the group rushed to Jade Dining Hall, found a private room, and started ordering dishes wildly.

During the meal, they asked why the chicken was so special that Zhou Qing cared so much about it.

Zhou Qing had to lie, saying he had a bond with it, especially since it wakes him up on time in the morning for training, making it a good pet.

Lu Yaoyao was puzzled and asked, "Do hens also crow?"

Yan Xiaohu, with his mouth full of oil and saliva splattering, recounted his heroic deeds from the past.

In contrast, Li Daoxuan and He Han kept stern faces, tasting only occasionally out of respect for their Junior Sister, as they frequented this place, even celebrating birthdays here before.

"251 spirit stones?"

When Zhou Qing settled the bill, he couldn’t help but be stunned looking at the menu.

"It’s correct. All dishes are clearly priced. You can check if you like. Of course, we’ll waive the change, so it’s 250," the Hall Master of Jade Dining Hall said with a smile.

Zhou Qing looked at the list again, feeling the number seemed like an insult.

"If it’s 254 spirit stones, could you also waive the change?" Zhou Qing asked.

The Hall Master was puzzled but nodded considering today’s customers were all core disciples. "Of course."

"Alright, please bring us five more servings of this sweet soup. Just right, it’s 254 spirit stones, waived to 250. Here, please accept it. By the way, we ordered five servings, can you send us one more? We’re six people; it’d be awkward otherwise," Zhou Qing negotiated.

The Hall Master was momentarily stunned.

What? I already settled the bill, and now I’m losing four spirit stones and providing six bowls of sweet soup?

"Thank you, Hall Master. We’ll visit again. Wish you prosperous business. Also, add more dates to the sweet soup!"

Zhou Qing said happily and returned to the private room.

......

In the afternoon, the group went to Flame Dragon City to digest the food.

To be safe, Zhou Qing didn’t dare to let the chicken roam but kept it confined in the courtyard with a barrier, ensuring it wouldn’t fly away.

Very soon, Li Daoxuan and the other three left. They didn’t really want their Junior Sister to have too much contact with Zhou Qing and Yan Xiaohu from Little Spirit Peak.

Isn’t it evident that Zhou Qing is getting out of control under Yan Xiaohu’s influence?

Sister Shi Zhen also planned to stroll around as the Five Sects Treasure Exchange Gathering was nearing its end, with more good items appearing.

Many others clutched a sneaky portrait, debating endlessly, guessing who the person in the picture was, thinking he was quite lucky to see so many female disciples bathing.

Zhou Qing’s ears turned red, while Yan Xiaohu looked nonchalant.

"Don’t feel guilty, keep your chest up, pretend like it has nothing to do with you," Yan Xiaohu said.

Zhou Qing just wanted to use today’s Daily Reflection opportunity quickly and then head home.

"Hey, that old man isn’t setting up his stall today? Did he leave?"

Soon, Yan Xiaohu noticed the blind box stall was missing and spoke up.

Zhou Qing looked in that direction and indeed didn’t see it.

"Are you looking for me?" Suddenly, a sinister voice came from behind, startling the two.

Turning around, they saw the old man hunched over with a wrinkled face.

"You scared the hell out of me!" Yan Xiaohu cursed, clutching his chest.

Zhou Qing instinctively looked at the remark above the old man’s head, which had changed from "Lucky Little Doll" to "Little Doll with Old Man’s Decorum."

Uh...

No wonder the master said peers like to drink and laugh with you, and sisters often stroll in front of your place at night.

Don’t tell me you also like to sneak a peek at others bathing?

"I’m leaving for a while!" The old man suddenly spoke.

Both were stunned.

What does your departure have to do with us? We are not close enough to give you a farewell.

But Zhou Qing knew the old man was talking to him.

Leaving is good, so I don’t have to worry about you being caught and exposing me.

"Then wish you a smooth journey, Senior!" Zhou Qing said with a happy face.

The old man smiled and then said to Yan Xiaohu, "Borrow your junior brother for a while."

"What do you mean? My junior brother is not an item. How can you use ’borrow’..."

Before Yan Xiaohu could finish, the old man grabbed Zhou Qing’s shoulder, disappearing instantly in front of him.

When he came to his senses, he was filled with disbelief.

This old man is a master!!!

He always thought he was just an ordinary elderly person with low talent, whether in Qi Condensation or Foundation Establishment, as some people turn gray-haired due to lack of talent and resources.

Oh no, could it be that the fourth brother repeatedly gambled good items from him, and he’s seeking revenge?

Thinking this, Yan Xiaohu became worried and started searching immediately...

......

At that moment, Zhou Qing felt like he returned to that Pocket World journey. The scenery around him rapidly retreated, but soon his feet steadied.

When he reopened his eyes, he discovered he was standing on a mountain peak, surrounded by dense clouds.

Has he already left Flame Dragon City?

"I’ve been thinking, did you recognize me long ago?" The old man’s voice sounded from the side.

Zhou Qing turned and saw the old man staring straight at him.

His heart skipped a beat, quickly stepping back, pretending to be confused, "Senior, what are you talking about? I don’t understand."

"Keep pretending. People can lie about anything but their eyes. Just now, I saw clearly. How did you recognize me?" The old man was curious.

Indeed, Zhou Qing still feels too immature in front of such an old fox.

But he continued to act ignorant, bowed, "Senior, maybe you’ve mistaken me."

"Haha, alright. I don’t like forcing people but prefer solving mysteries. Actually, asking might ruin the fun. Life would be less exciting, so I look forward to it." The old man laughed.

Zhou Qing forced a laugh.

"Still don’t understand what you’re saying, Senior."

The old man waved his hand, "Forget it. As mentioned earlier, I’m leaving for a while to handle important matters. Before departing, given our frequent encounters, I’ll give you some fortune."

After hearing this, Zhou Qing fearfully stepped back.

Your fortune isn’t meant to harm me, is it?