Little Yao, Please Wait for Me 20: Chapter 20: No Matter What, You Are Still My Master!
Little Yao, Please Wait for Me Sensing that Zhang Xuan’s sword intent had grown again, Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor couldn’t help but marvel.
For others, comprehending and accumulating intent was something that could only be found by chance—never sought deliberately.
Yet the Chaos Infinite Sword Body could accumulate it on its own.
It was simply heaven-defying.
A physique like this might even tempt some immortals.
That Azure Cloud Sword Immortal was powerful, but she couldn’t necessarily guard over the boy’s growth at every moment.
Seeing the look of awe—and perhaps even envy—on Guyue Fangzheng’s face, Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor cautioned him.
“Don’t be envious.
The emergence of such a heaven-defying legacy is not necessarily a good thing.” Guyue Fangzheng straightened, understanding the Ancestor’s meaning but still confused.
“Didn’t the Ancestor say he was willing to help Azure Cloud Sect?” Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor smiled and shook his head.
“If such a heaven-defying physique were known only to my Guyue Family, I would certainly be willing to help with everything we have.
It might even be possible to have him join our family.” “If another Sword Venerable Cangming could truly emerge, that would be a blessing rarely seen in ten thousand ages.” “But now that the whole world knows, even if my Guyue Family wanted to protect him, we might not have the ability to do so.” In any force, even ancient powers, prodigies with heaven-defying talent were hidden away at first.
They were only revealed once they had firmly embarked on the path of cultivation.
Now, the appearance of the Chaos Infinite Sword Body on a mere Qi Refining cultivator—who knew how many storms it would stir?
Hearing this, Guyue Fangzheng’s expression changed.
Though he was a member of the Guyue Family, he was still ultimately just a young man.
He hadn’t imagined that such a terrifying and complex situation lay beneath the surface.
Seeing Guyue Fangzheng’s expression, Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor knew what he was thinking, so he offered a reminder.
“Don’t underestimate the forces of the world.
An Eternal Family is merely one of many ancient powers.
Who can truly know how deep the foundations of the others run?” Of course, there was one thing he didn’t say—their relationship wasn’t that close.
If the Guyue Family threw themselves in to help, the other side might not necessarily appreciate it.
A relationship that was neither too close nor too far was ideal.
But there was no need to say these things to a junior.
It would make the Ancestor seem calculating, and a young man might not truly understand anyway.
“Thank you for the Ancestor’s guidance!” Guyue Fangzheng cupped his fists solemnly.
Today, the Ancestor’s words had truly broadened his horizons.
These were perspectives he could never have gained through traveling the world alone.
Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor nodded, then shifted his tone.
“As for that Zhang Xuan—don’t get too close to him.
There’s no need to deliberately distance yourself either.
Keep it as a personal friendship.” Hearing this, Guyue Fangzheng understood.
The Ancestor didn’t want his relationship with Zhang Xuan to become entangled with the family.
But he was somewhat confused about why the Ancestor wanted to place a bet while simultaneously keeping the family at arm’s length.
He asked the question outright.
Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor smiled and patted Guyue Fangzheng’s shoulder, seemingly quite pleased with this junior.
In the family, the other young disciples wouldn’t dare ask “why” when given an immortal’s instructions.
Guyue Fangzheng was the exception.
He didn’t know that Guyue Fangzheng had actually been influenced by Zhang Xuan.
Now he felt that though immortals might seem lofty and untouchable, they were ultimately just people.
The mystique had somewhat worn off.
Had he known this, his mental state might have wavered once more.
Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor smiled and offered further guidance.
“The reason I’m telling you this is because that fellow’s brain might be a little off.” “Disrespecting immortals will lead to serious trouble sooner or later!” “An Eternal Family does not fear karmic consequences, but neither should we invite unnecessary ones.” Hearing this, Guyue Fangzheng finally understood and couldn’t help but smile bitterly.
Ancestor, that’s not what you were saying a moment ago… But with Brother Zhang’s personality, he really could cause some major trouble in the future.
As for the Ancestor telling him to befriend Zhang Xuan while also fearing the family might be dragged in—Guyue Fangzheng held no resentment.
The family had given him a platform and cultivation resources.
It was perfectly normal for him to give back.
Besides, out of personal feelings, he was willing to be friends with Brother Zhang.
The man was truly loyal!
Seeing that Guyue Fangzheng had taken his words to heart, Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor nodded with satisfaction, growing ever more favorable toward this junior.
But at this moment, he also realized—hadn’t his original purpose for coming here been to demand an explanation?
Never mind.
Letting Guyue Fangzheng stay at Azure Cloud Sect for a while might also be a kind of opportunity.
“That is roughly all.
Today is a rare chance—should you have any questions about cultivation, feel free to ask,” Guyue Thirteenth Ancestor said with a smile.
Guyue Fangzheng was overjoyed and quickly began to consult him.
… Meanwhile, Zhang Xuan had no idea the old man was talking about him behind his back.
Had he known, he would certainly have offered a few choice greetings.
But at the moment, he had a headache of his own.
“Master, I knew it was you!” “I’m not!
Master, don’t talk nonsense!” “It is you!
Master, stop pretending!” “It’s not me!
Master, stop messing around!” “Then how do you explain this sword tassel?” Yun Yao stared at Zhang Xuan intently.
Zhang Xuan looked at the sword tassel in Yun Yao’s hand, which kept swaying toward him, and the vein on his temple throbbed violently.
“Stop moving, damn it!
Stay still!” he roared inwardly, glaring at the tassel.
In the next moment, the sword tassel indeed stopped moving.
Zhang Xuan was overjoyed and pointed at the tassel.
“See?
It stopped moving.” “It was just the wind.
A gust of wind.
It has nothing to do with me.” “Ha!” Yun Yao let out a cold laugh.
“There was wind just now?” “Yes!
Didn’t you feel how strong that wind was, Master?
Oh, I know!
Master’s cultivation is so powerful that wind and frost cannot touch you.
That’s why you didn’t feel it.” Zhang Xuan looked at her with feigned adoration.
Yun Yao said nothing.
She simply stared at Zhang Xuan.
Zhang Xuan stared right back at her.
After a moment, Yun Yao looked away first.
Master could lie through his teeth with a straight face.
What could she do about it?
She had also come to realize that Master would never admit it no matter what.
“Master, I don’t know why you refuse to acknowledge your identity.
But no matter what, you are still my Master.” Zhang Xuan hurried to correct her.
“Master, please don’t say that.
I couldn’t possibly deserve…” But before he could finish, Yun Yao continued.
“Those words that Guyue Shanyin spoke just now—I’m sure Master understands them as well.” “The situation is complicated now.
I’ve noticed that Master hasn’t cultivated at all this past year.
Is it because of the Five Elements Low-grade Spirit Root?” Zhang Xuan waved his hand.
“Don’t worry, Master.
The spirit root isn’t a problem.
If I want to advance, my cultivation level will rise in no time.” Yun Yao breathed a sigh of relief.
She had figured it wouldn’t be able to stump her master.
“That is good.
If Master needs any help, please don’t hesitate to say so.
Whatever this disciple can do, I will do with all my strength.” Zhang Xuan smiled.
“Don’t worry, Master.
What problem could I possibly have?
There’s no need to trouble yourself.” He wouldn’t dare ask Yun Yao for anything.
If she discovered any more evidence of his identity, that would be truly disastrous.
The two had a tacit understanding between them, each playing their own role.
It was a scene of benevolent master and devoted disciple.
Yun Yao nodded and prepared to leave.
Those words that Guyue Shanyin had spoken were also on her mind.
There were many issues that needed to be addressed.
But then Zhang Xuan remembered something and quickly spoke.
“Oh, Master—I and that kid Guyue Fangzheng are planning to join the Sect Tournament.
Could you perhaps grant him an Azure Cloud Sect disciple status?” “Master may decide as he sees fit.” Zhang Xuan grinned.
Done!
Yun Yao took a step forward, ready to depart.
But at the very last moment, she couldn’t help but ask once more.
“Master truly cannot acknowledge me?” Zhang Xuan was silent for a moment, then smiled wryly.
“I truly am not Sword Venerable Cangming…” Yun Yao left in disappointment.
Zhang Xuan stood where he was, a tangle of emotions in his heart.
As for the sword tassel, Yun Yao had left it behind.
A long while passed before he finally picked it up.
Looking at the tassel, he murmured softly from the bottom of his heart.
“Little Yao, don’t worry.
Once I complete this mission, I will acknowledge you in the next life!” “Now please, wait for me.
Just wait for me…”