Chapter 829 - 457: The Grand Formation of Heaven and Earth

"Greetings, Master!"

Qin Ke and Qing Lian bowed respectfully.

"No need for formalities."

Chen Xuan released two strands of Spiritual Power, a gentle force lifting the two up slowly.

Then his gaze turned to Ning Xin, who gave a slight nod.

Holding a red carved box, she approached Qin Ke and Qing Lian, smiling, "This is a gift your master prepared for Qing Lian."

"Thank you, Master, thank you, Mistress!"

Qing Lian clasped her hands in thanks, then reached out to receive the gift.

At this moment, the tension in her heart was released.

She looked at Qin Ke, a happy smile on her face.

"Thank you, Mistress!"

Qin Ke bowed slightly.

"It’s alright, we’re all family here, no need for such formality."

Ning Xin smiled, then took Qing Lian’s hand, "Open it and see if you like it."

"I like everything Mistress gives me."

Qing Lian spoke sweetly, "Mistresses are all so beautiful!"

Her gaze swept over the other women.

"You’re also very pretty, and your sweet words are delightful."

Ning Xin gently stroked her hair, like an elder, even though she wasn’t much older herself, her status was evident.

At this time, Qin Ke also presented the gifts he brought to Ning Xin and the others.

Finally, with one gift left in his hand, he asked, "Where’s Xiaoqi? I specially prepared this little trinket for him."

"He’s been in seclusion these past few days, give it to me. I’ll pass it to him later."

Lan Meng’Er came over.

Qin Ke handed it over with both hands.

"I’ll have him thank you personally later."

Lan Meng’Er smiled.

"Ha ha, Mistress, you’re too kind. Xiaoqi has inherited Master’s talent; his future is limitless."

He also had a great fondness for Xiaoqi.

As Master’s only son, the future of Prince Xuan’s Mansion relied on him. He was diligent and talented, both indispensable qualities.

Chen Xuan watched this scene, his eyes filled with a satisfied smile.

"That other people’s child" being his own son, naturally made this father happy.

Then he stood up, "Serve the dishes. We can talk as we eat, Qin Ke, stay with me for a good drink tonight."

"Alright, tonight I’ll drink with Master until neither of us can walk home."

Soon, the table was filled with a variety of rare delicacies.

More than twenty dishes in total.

Ning Xin had been very busy today, but luckily the other ladies helped out a bit.

Qin Ke sat next to Chen Xuan, pouring wine for him.

Meanwhile, Qing Lian was pulled away by Ning Xin to sit among the women, her face blushing, unknown questions being asked.

"Master, please!"

Qin Ke raised his cup.

"Cheers!"

With a crisp sound, the master and disciple began to drink.

By nightfall, the table was littered with empty wine jugs, and even Qing Lian had been taken away by the other women.

At this time, only the two of them remained in the hall.

Both were flushed from drinking.

"Master, during my time away, I’ve scouted many individuals. When you have time, could you lend them a hand?"

Qin Ke suggested.

With industries spread throughout rMolan Mansion, common people were not in shortage, but experts were scarce.

Not needing one in each county, there were still quite a few lacking.

"Alright, you make arrangements, just let me know when it’s time."

Chen Xuan nodded, "Also, put aside those miscellaneous tasks for now and focus on your cultivation. The burial grounds aren’t far off, and your current strength is somewhat lacking."

He wasn’t particularly worried about safety issues.

When the time comes, he and his embodiment will enter the burial grounds together, his embodiment mainly there to protect them.

But being too weak, some advanced Rules are unbearable.

This was something he recently learned about from Yao’Er.

So whether it was Qin Ke or his several women, they needed to focus on their cultivation.

Otherwise, obtaining advanced Rules but being unable to withstand them would become a joke.

"Got it!"

Qin Ke nodded, downing his wine in one gulp, "This time back, that’s exactly what I planned. I’m preparing to entrust those tasks to Qing Lian; she has a talent for it."

"This way, I can focus on my cultivation."

He looked at Chen Xuan, waiting for his opinion.

"You decide; I won’t meddle with these matters."

Qin Ke was the one he trusted the most, and besides, money and such were mere worldly things. In this world, ultimately, strength reigned.

When one’s fists are hard enough, nothing else is a problem.

Very simple! Very straightforward!

This aspect he also liked very much.

"By the way, I inquired about strengthening the Divine Soul, but it’s a bit difficult. I will think of another way."

He felt that he definitely needed to visit the underground Stone Cave.

With his grasp of the Rule of Space, coupled with his innate concealment, sneaking in shouldn’t be a big issue.

But the situation with the Mother Liquid remained unclear.

Yao’Er only had a rough idea, so he had to find a way to see if he could learn more from Long Da.

Or Liu Sheng might be another option.

However, there’s no rush; this matter requires careful planning.

Because he’s undecided whether to go himself or send his embodiment.

Besides lacking the Rule of Space, the embodiment is practically identical to him.

"Thank you for your efforts, Master."

Qin Ke felt extremely moved, and at the same time, he marveled at Master’s capability.

Something that could enhance the Divine Soul was certainly a treasure among treasures; he had searched for a long time with no information at all.

He didn’t expect Master to find something within just a day.

The master and disciple continued chatting, drinking deeply into the night, both somewhat intoxicated.

Qin Ke bade farewell to Chen Xuan and left Ning Garden with Qing Lian.

Chen Xuan sat there, his expression slightly dazed.

Today he was quite happy, and the wine was strong, leaving him a bit dizzy now.