Chapter 946: Half-moon Princess (1/2)
Chapter 946: Half-moon Princess
After the end of the G.o.dwar, the Dark Crow asked the Xu Ancestor about his future path. The ancestor looked at his little girl ravaged by war and absently sighed: “I only want to be a mortal. The Xu Clan is done for, but I still want to continue its bloodline. I hope that our descendants will be mortals who can finally enjoy peace. That is all I ask for.”
Later on, Li Qiye found this Apricot Peak and let them settle down here. The Xu Clan from then on no longer embarked on the path of cultivation. They lived ordinary mortal lives from one generation to the next.
Li Qiye began to think by the window. There were times when mortals envied cultivators who were able to fly without limits. Meanwhile, war-ravaged cultivators sometimes envied the peaceful lives of mortals.
A while later, the shopkeeper brought out some aged wine along with some snacks. Li Qiye stopped gazing out the window and poured himself a cup.
However, at this second, his attention s.h.i.+fted to someone else. In a corner of the second floor was an old man slightly quivering. He appeared to be very anxious, wanting nothing more than to burrow underground.
Li Qiye couldn’t help but smile upon seeing this old man. He was all too familiar with the fella.
He wore a gray robe with a very wacky paper hat. It was covered in a layer of grease and dust. Who knew how long he had worn this hat for? He seemed to be a harmless old man with nothing special about him.
However, Li Qiye remembered him and knew his background as well. Back in the Ancient Street, this old man had shown up before and Li Qiye even opened a stone chest for him. [1. Chapter 171.]
The meeting was different this time. The old man was very cautious of Li Qiye and didn’t dare to stare at him. He had the urge to run, but he didn’t dare to act recklessly when Li Qiye’s eyes were on him.
Li Qiye chuckled and dismissively said: “It seems like you have a good nose.”
The old man had a helpless expression and was frozen on the spot; he didn’t know what to do. Remember that he was someone who could easily give away a Virtuous Paragon True Treasure. It was easy to imagine his might.
But now, this old man understood something very clearly. No matter how powerful he was, he was naught but an ant before Li Qiye, unworthy of being mentioned! Despite his power, his awareness of the great secret left him helpless.
While this old man was at an impa.s.se, gentle steps came from downstairs. Shortly after, a fair lady came to the second floor.
The whole floor turned bright upon her arrival as if she was a jewel. She carried the aura of water while wearing a moon-colored dress. There was a little crescent moon on her forehead. It didn’t diminish her beauty and instead made her even more dazzling.
“Half-moon Princess!” The two cultivators who were resting on the first floor were shocked and left right away in fear.
The Half-moon Princess was an ill.u.s.trious existence in the Barren Earth, a great genius. Her eyes swept through the second floor and noticed Li Qiye. She then sat down in front of him without any hesitation.
The old man heaved a sigh of relief after seeing this. The embarra.s.sing situation was finally alleviated by the princess’ arrival.
“Please excuse this little one, Sir. Do take your time.” The old man bowed and quickly left the second floor.
After sitting down, the princess spoke: “You must be Li Qiye.”
Li Qiye smiled in response: “I’m under the impression that I am the only one who can be called Li Qiye.”
“Hmph, cease your glib tongue.” The princess coldly spoke: “I’m asking you, are you that Li Qiye who is going around together with Ye Chuyun?!”
Li Qiye glanced at her and answered: “According to your description, I am indeed that Li Qiye.”
“Very good, then I have found the right person.” The princess slightly nodded while posturing without being too aggressive. It seemed that she was prideful by nature and considered herself superior to others. [2. She refers to herself as “princess” here. It is an arrogant tone.]
Li Qiye only smiled and ignored her. He poured himself another cup and continued drinking. This hot wine tasted like nectar, prompting Li Qiye to smack his lips approvingly.
After so many years, the Xu Clan’s aged wine still had the same memorable taste. Back then, the Xu Ancestor was not only an invincible existence but also a fine winemaker.
Li Qiye ate the different snacks and continued to act indifferent to the Half-moon Princess sitting in front of him.
The princess’ expression turned cold at this show of disdain. She snorted unhappily but still managed to hold back her displeasure.
She stared at him and slowly spoke: “I heard that you and Ye Chuyun are a couple…”
Li Qiye raised his brows and said: “There’s no need to walk in circles, just fart it out. I am in a good mood right now and do not wish to be disturbed.”