Chapter 108 - Seeing Chuchu Again (1/2)
Translator: StarReader
Editor: p4553r
“Master…”
A delicate voice came from behind the Peony Overseer. She knew it was her disciple and hurried to wipe the tears away, before turning around.
But Xiao Dandan’s disorderly appearance had her furious, “What happened? Was it Yan Fu who messed with you this time? Did he do anything to you?”
Chewing her lip, Xiao Dandan held in her tears as she furiously shook her head, “Master, he didn’t do anything yet.”
Sighing, Peony Overseer showed tenderness as she caressed Xiao Dandan’s head, “Dandan, I was wrong to blame you…”
“Master, I am fine. But you bore such shame all because you cared for Drifting Flowers Edifice…”
“Don’t say it.” Peony Overseer interrupted her, “Dandan, remember, the men of this world only know to hide their intention behind sweet words. They say they love you, that they’d die for you, but when push comes to shove, they will leave you. Never ever believe a man’s sophistry! “
Xiao Dandan’s eyes roamed around before muttering, “Perhaps there is an exception…”
“Dandan, what are you saying?”
Peony Overseer’s turned strict, “All men of this world are heartless, with no exceptions. Lin Zitian is the same, his master is the same, and even that Yan Fu… Humph, they only see us as a piece of meat. They will never stick out their necks for any of us! Women can only rely on themselves. No man is worthy of our trust!”
“But master…” Xiao Dandan flushed, “Didn’t Zhuo Fan appear recently? I heard he ran amok in Blue Expanse City for one girl, killing Hell Valley’s 7th elder. He was willing to defy Hell Valley for her. Isn’t this love?”
“Zhuo Fan?”
Peony Overseer gasped, “I’ve never seen him and can’t come to a decision of what kind of man he is. But rumors paint him as a bloodthirsty demon. His battle with You Guiqi may have had nothing to do with the girl. It could be a grudge he held against the 7th elder.”
“But… aren’t these all rumors spread by Hell Valley? This is clearly done deliberately to defame him!” Xiao Dandan spoke softly.
Peony Overseer raised an eyebrow, “Girl, why are you bringing him up? You have never saw him either!”
The Peony Overseer started to put things together, “Hmm, you’ve been strange of late. Fussing and complaining about Lin Tianyu while also going out to look for trouble. Was it all because you fancy Zhuo Fan?”
Zhuo Fan was stunned. [You’re saying this girl acted all spoiled and humiliated the Dong clan because of me? I don’t remember having that much charm. Since when is my name enough to make a girl fall head over heels for me and ruin other clans’ happiness?]
[I guess being outstanding has its demerits!] Zhuo Fan got his head in the clouds.
Xiao Dandan was beet red, acting all bashful, “Master, don’t tease me. I was only hoping of finding such a man myself, one that was willing to stand up to the seven houses for his girl.”
“And that is why you found Lin Tianyu increasingly displeasing, right?” Peony Overseer saw Xiao Dandan nod and sighed, “Silly child, even if such a man does exist, it doesn’t mean you’ll be fortunate enough to meet him. We, the women of Drifting Flowers Edifice, only marry people form large clans to preserve our standing. You must accept this fate!”
Xiao Dandan resigned and nodded sadly.
Sighing, Peony Overseer patted her shoulder, “Dandan, I am tired, please patrol around Treasure Pavilion in my stead.”
“Yes, Master!” Xiao Dandan left with a bow.
Zhuo Fan’s eyes flashed in glee. He got what he wanted without even asking. [It’s like giving water to the thirsty. How convenient!]
He called Blood Infant back and slowly followed Xiao Dandan, to the blind eyes of the master and disciple.
After fifteen minutes of twists and turns, he saw before him a fifty meters tall pagoda. If one paid attention, he would sense a strange energy around it.
An array!
Zhuo Fan narrowed his eyes and withdrew. This array was controlled by those who lived here. If he forced his way in, he’d attract the experts around.
[But why isn’t this array on the map? Is it to mislead me or did the Iris Overseer not know?]
Zhuo Fan was trying to figure out the reason but hadn’t much to go on. He threw the thought away in the end. He only planned to take the Bodhi Root then bolt. Why would he give it to her anyway?
So Zhuo Fan paid close attention to Xiao Dandan’s gestures as she shouted, “Open!”
The energy around the tower retreated.
Xiao Dandan entered, followed closely by Zhuo Fan.
The tower had six levels, illuminated by night pearls. Xiao Dandan checked the treasures on each level – cultivation methods, spiritual weapons and demonic treasures. On the 6th level, a wooden box laid on a pedestal in the middle of the room.
Xiao Dandan opened it with care, revealing a dark green root emanating a fragrance, dazzling in the moonlight!