Chapter 298 - 296: A Special Reward
The events happening far away in the Imperial Capital naturally can’t reach the Yunlan Domain.
But, the destruction of the Hundred Sword Sect instantly stirred up a storm.
The Hundred Sword Sect possessed a Sect Leader at the Lotus Platform Realm, plus that mysterious Black Qi—even Cyan Mist Hall would have a hard time dealing with it.
Surely such a matter doesn’t warrant the Hall Master personally coming to handle it, right?!
But now, the entire Hundred Sword Sect is engulfed by Black Qi, not a single surviving disciple left—the situation has clearly surpassed everyone’s expectations.
No one knows how the Hundred Sword Sect was destroyed. Still, without a doubt, many cultivators felt like a weight had been lifted.
After the incident, some cultivators even hoped to sneak in and try their luck for some opportunity.
After all, it was once the number one Immortal Sect in the Yunlan Domain—who knows how many treasures lie within; for some ordinary cultivators, just getting one would be invaluable.
But they very quickly discovered the whole Hundred Sword Sect area had been secured with defensive arrays.
No one could break in at all.
Soon enough, cultivators from Cyan Mist Hall came to guard the place—no one dared approach anymore.
...
Yan Yu returned on the third day.
Qin Yu was still in the Sect Leader’s Cave Mansion at the time.
His care toward Su Xihe was evident—even Liu Zixiao could see it.
He couldn’t bring himself to use any strength, as if scared to break her.
So precious, huh?!
Liu Zixiao couldn’t figure it out—what was so great about this little girl?
Jealous?
Not really.
Actually, with the Sect Leader around, most of the attention and stress went to her, making Liu Zixiao’s life much easier—no more exhausting days like before.
At first Liu Zixiao would tease the Sect Leader, but the Sect Leader just replied... still weak but loves to play.
Such a brief retort, yet it left Liu Zixiao at a loss for words, unable even to argue back.
So.
Master Liu simply became the accomplice of that "rebellious disciple."
Each day when Qin Yu came by, with the Sect Leader still hesitating to open the door, Liu Zixiao would take the initiative and let the wolf into the house.
The Sect Leader wept bitterly.
Betrayed by her best friend.
And bumped by her rebellious disciple.
Even the big pomelos from the pomelo tree in the courtyard were plucked and eaten by the rebel.
She couldn’t help but shed quiet tears, soaking her bedding.
Only when both masters were resting did Qin Yu finally leave the cave mansion.
"Yan Yu!"
Qin Yu approached her, "So, did you get things taken care of?"
Yan Yu gently shook her head.
Though she’d set up a defensive array, with the nature of Death Qi, it couldn’t really be trapped—she could only keep reinforcing the array.
After thinking a moment, she explained the situation at the Hundred Sword Sect.
"Destroyed? Not a single person left alive?"
Qin Yu was stunned.
There was no happiness on his face—quite the opposite, he looked worried.
Before Cyan Mist Hall had even acted, the Hundred Sword Sect was wiped out. So—who did it?
It couldn’t have been suicide, right?
While that’s not impossible, it wouldn’t lead to the outcome of not a single survivor.
And the Spirit Vein was destroyed too.
Clearly, the Hundred Sword Sect couldn’t have done this themselves.
This is self-destructing their foundation.
It really seems like someone deliberately wants to cover something up.
As soon as that thought surfaced, a chill ran down Qin Yu’s spine.
This obviously isn’t something a Lotus Platform Cultivator could do.
If they were outmatched, surely some cultivators could have escaped, right?
He felt oddly relieved.
Good thing he hadn’t been impulsive and gone to the Hundred Sword Sect to show off—otherwise... things might have ended badly.
This proves it.
Once you have a bit of strength, you shouldn’t get cocky.
Stay cautious.
Better to play it safe.
"Yan Yu, who do you think could’ve destroyed the Hundred Sword Sect?"
Qin Yu couldn’t help but ask out of curiosity.
Yan Yu just gently shook her head.
This time, even Her Majesty the Empress has no clues yet, but...
Plans have already been made.
Once that person behind the scenes shows up...
Originally, Qin Yu had wanted to visit the Hundred Sword Sect—maybe get some Flame Points.
After considering, he decided it’d be wiser to wait.
"Hmm?"
Just as he stepped into the cave mansion, Qin Yu keenly sensed a faint wave coming from Lin Shuishui’s room.
"Is this... breaking through to Spirit Bone?"
Qin Yu didn’t feel particularly surprised.
Though Lin Shuishui started a bit late, she’d managed to catch up.
Of course, mainly because she’s so... young.
Qin Yu was worried she’d get worn out, so Lin Shuishui actually received the least Warm Current each day.
But Yan Yu following behind him, her eyes quivered slightly.
There’s a fundamental difference between Mortal Bone and Spirit Bone.
If she could upgrade to Spirit Bone, then... Dao Bone, perhaps?!
Maybe those women named Su Xiyue and Leng Ruyu got their Dao Bone this way.
This must be reported to Her Majesty the Empress immediately.
"Brother-in-law!"
As soon as Lin Shuishui spotted Qin Yu’s figure, her eyes lit up. She rushed over, clung to his neck, and wouldn’t let go.
"Brother-in-law, guess what, Shuishui has Spirit Bone too now!" She spoke with a mix of pride and excitement.
Qin Yu’s lips curved into a smile; he gently pinched Lin Shuishui’s soft cheek, obviously doting: "That’s amazing!"
"So, do you want any special reward?"
"Special reward?"
Lin Shuishui looked up at him, and in a moment her delicate cheeks flushed, lowering her head with shyness and anticipation: "Shuishui wants husband... to spend more time..."
How could Qin Yu refuse his little darling’s wish?
Before, when Lin Shuishui was younger and didn’t understand anything, she would always pester Qin Yu to help her cultivation.
Now that she’s grown and experienced, she’s become shy, as if she’s awakened—now she knows some things are too embarrassing to talk about.
Carrying the little girl into the room, he let her know—with effort comes...
Overflowing rewards!
...
In the end, Qin Yu did give his little darling a special...
Reward.
[Emotion Point +10 from Lin Shuishui]
[Emotion Point +10 from Lin Shuishui]
"Woo woo, brother-in-law tricked Shuishui—this isn’t a reward, this is..."
Lin Shuishui was bawling, even calling for her sister.
And so.
The crying became a duet between the sisters.
The "cry together hanging from the same pole" achievement unlocked.
Next door, Yan Yu was watching with great interest, murmuring to herself, "So... this could lead to offspring?"
She decided to properly ask Sister Yan Zhi about it.
After setting up the array, Yan Yu began reporting Lin Shuishui’s Root Bone situation to Yan Zhi.
"It really works."
As Leader of the Flame Guard, Yan Zhi couldn’t help but marvel.
This alone is enough for the Immortal Country to take Qin Yu seriously.
This must not be publicized!
She knew well—if word got out, the uproar would be immense.
But she wondered if Qin Yu’s ability had any limits.
It should, right?
Surely it can’t be improved indefinitely?
That would be far too shocking.