Chương 89: Meeting Yun Xi Again

Lingjiang Branch, Sea of Clouds Pavilion, 7th Floor. This place was completely unchanged from when Song Que visited previously. The wizened old man outside the door was still resting with his eyes half-closed.

"Young Master Song, this is Elder Kong. Please wait here for a moment. I will go in and report to the Young Miss, and she will see you shortly." Instructing him to wait, Qing Zhu nimbly pushed the door open slightly and slipped inside. Who knew what she was reporting to her Young Miss?

"Elder Kong." Song Que smiled and greeted the old man. The other party's aura was restrained, yet it constantly emitted a faint, nearly imperceptible pressure that forced him to remain cautious and vigilant. Elder Kong also observed Song Que with surprise. Only a little over a month had passed, yet this youth's blood and Qi were now as blazing as the midday sun! It was vastly more vigorous and robust than when they last met! It was as if he had been entirely reborn!

This made Elder Kong not only shocked but also envious of his youthful vigor. Being young meant boundless potential! Unlike him, an old man with one foot in the grave who could only sit quietly in a corner, meditating daily just to stem the loss of his vitality. Looking at Song Que, Elder Kong was reminded of his own youth. His gaze drifted, becoming hazy and distant, causing the atmosphere between the two in the room to grow cold and quiet.

Seeing the old man had no intention of conversing, Song Que didn't bother him. He sat down and waited in silence. A long while later, Miss Qing Zhu, dressed in a green skirt, skipped out playfully. Smiling brightly, she called to Song Que:"Young Master Song, my Young Miss invites you in." Nodding in acknowledgment, Song Que walked into the room with a sense of trepidation. This place also hadn't changed since his last visit, except for a few different types of flowers in the vases on the shelves.

Seeing Yun Xi—dressed in a long, form-fitting white dress that perfectly accentuated her curves—sitting at the table, sipping tea and observing him with a smile, Song Que inwardly cried out that this was bad! He braced himself and smiled:"Greetings, Pavilion Master Yun. We meet again." This woman had put on makeup today. Her already exquisite features were even more captivating! Her phoenix eyes looked at him with a smile, almost causing Grandee Song to lose control of his boiling blood!

He hurriedly utilized "electroshock therapy" to suppress his inner turmoil. Yet Yun Xi seemed in no hurry to speak. She just observed him from head to toe with a smiling gaze. This made Grandee Song feel anxious, and he lifted his teacup to take a few sips. What is this woman up to? The more guilty I feel, the more she pushes it! This made Song Que a bit irritated. He gathered his composure and said with a serious face:"Pavilion Master Yun, I wish to purchase medicinal herbs.

Does the Sea of Clouds Pavilion have enough stock?" Seeing his flustered demeanor, Yun Xi covered her mouth and giggled:"There's no rush for that. You can rest assured about the strength of the Sea of Clouds Pavilion, Young Master Song. It's rare for us to meet; surely you wouldn't mind if we chatted first?" You might not be in a rush, but this Young Master is! Song Que said, displeased:"Pavilion Master Yun, business is important. Let's discuss the transaction first; we can chat another time."

"Giggle... Young Master Song, you can just call me Yun Xi! There's no need to be so distant. I wonder, during our last meeting, did Yun Xi host you poorly, causing you to harbor a grudge against me? Please, speak your mind so Yun Xi may correct her mistakes."

"Pavilion Master Yun..."

"Just call me Yun Xi!"...

"Miss Yun Xi, truly, there is no misunderstanding between us! It's just that... wasn't I being targeted and searched for by the Lingjiang Gang last time? Therefore, I didn't want to trouble you! We should really discuss the purchase of herbs first. We can leave the rest for later, how about that?"

"Is that truly the case?" Yun Xi leaned toward him, resting her chin on her hand, her gentle gaze probing him. The faint, intoxicating scent of a woman wafted into his nose, causing Song Que's heart to tremble violently! Looking at the exquisitely beautiful, alluring face mere inches away, an unbearable urge rose within him to just grab her and greedily savor her! But the last shred of reason told him: the old man outside the door wasn't just sitting there for show! Going too far would get him killed!

The genuine version of this novel can be found on another site. Support the author by reading it there. Grandee Song became ruthless internally! Harboring a deep hatred for the 'little brother' trying to rebel below, he struck without mercy! The Tesseract's energy transformed into a frantic electrical current to suppress it! Goro Goro no Mi: One Million Volts! A sour, numbing sensation spread through his entire body, and the leader of the rebellion instantly went limp. Grandee Song felt his mind clear and refresh.

Only then did he let out a long sigh and reply solemnly:"More real than real gold! If I, Song Que, speak half a word of falsehood, may heavenly lightning strike me down!"

"Hehe! Naturally, Yun Xi believes your words, Young Master Song! There is no need for such a venomous oath." Having closely observed Song Que's every reaction, Yun Xi naturally noticed the flash of lust that appeared and quickly vanished in his eyes. Extremely satisfied with her own charm, she smiled smugly and decided not to tease him further.

"Now that Young Master Song is protected by Grandmaster Zhi Kong, even if Du Ruhui finds out it was you, he wouldn't dare act rashly. You don't need to overthink it."

"On the contrary, this little lady congratulates you, Young Master Song! With Lingying Temple as your backing, you can roam freely and without worry throughout the southern region!" Yun Xi was speaking the truth. If her Yun Family had obtained that promise, their Sea of Clouds Pavilion might have been able to expand its scale by another level!

"Miss Yun praises me too highly. It is merely a worldly possession."

"If Young Master Song is willing to part with this promise, our Yun Family is willing to offer 100, 000 taels of silver as compensation!" Yun Xi probed, not giving up hope.

"Thank you for your high regard, Miss Yun. However, this was a promise personally granted by Grandmaster Zhi Kong. This junior fears that doing so would offend a Grandmaster. Please understand, Miss."

"Giggle... Young Master Song's considerations are indeed thorough! Yun Xi was being presumptuous." As a smart person, Yun Xi quickly let the matter drop.

"I wonder what kind of medicinal herbs Young Master Song wishes to purchase? I will have someone prepare them for you." Speaking of business, Song Que instantly sobered up:"Ginseng is best, aged between 50 and 100 years. I'll take as much as you can buy! Besides that, you can purchase any blood-nourishing tonics that can be eaten directly, such as Polygonatum, White Peony Root, Codonopsis, Reishi Mushroom, Deer Antler Velvet...

preferably things that can be consumed orally without needing to be brewed into a decoction." Having eaten so many medicinal herbs, Song Que had gained some insights. For someone like him who had the Tesseract to convert them into energy—aside from when he needed high-density energy for the Tesseract to evolve—eating larger quantities of ordinary herbs was far more cost-effective! For example, 1, 000 taels could buy one 300- or 400-year-old wild ginseng.

But it could also buy ten 100-year-old ones, or thirty 50-year-old ones! Comparatively speaking, the energy of the ancient ginseng was naturally purer and milder, but did he need that?! In terms of total energy provided, the value of thirty 50-year-old ginsengs far exceeded three ancient ones! Naturally, he should prioritize lower-aged ones! Furthermore, younger ginseng was much easier to purchase and didn't attract as much trouble.

"I see." Yun Xi began to ponder:"Purchasing such a large quantity of herbs is not a problem, but it will take a little time. I wonder when you will be leaving, Young Master, so I can have my people prepare?"

"I'm not in a hurry. Leaving for Qinghe County tomorrow wouldn't be too late."

"That is excellent. Please leave your address, Young Master. I will have the goods delivered to you by this evening at the latest."

"Then I thank you, Pavilion Master Yun!" Song Que said, overjoyed.

"I said, call me Yun Xi!" Yun Xi shot him a profoundly flirtatious glare, which once again unsettled Grandee Song's mind! Goro Goro no Mi: Two Million Volts! Brother, stand down! Forcibly maintaining his composure, he hurriedly found an excuse to flee:"Thank you, Miss Yun Xi! Then I will not disturb you any longer. I have matters to attend to and will take my leave first!"

"What? Does speaking with me disgust you so much, Young Master Song?" Seeing this woman's every emotion—whether joy or anger—constantly exuding a seductive charm, Grandee Song inwardly cried out in agony! Little brother! Don't force me! Or I will serve you family justice! Three Million Volts! Song Que shuddered, feeling a wave of 'refreshing numbness', and hurriedly shook his head in denial:"How could that be?! Miss Yun Xi possesses peerless beauty!

This junior only looks up to you with admiration; how could I dare be disgusted?! I truly have urgent matters! I will definitely visit to apologize another time!"

"Is that so? Truly urgent matters? Do you have time to share a meal with this little lady, so I can have the opportunity to congratulate you?" How could Song Que dare delay for even a second longer?! He was afraid he wouldn't be able to control himself and would do something reckless! He resolutely bolted:"I really have matters to attend to, Miss Yun Xi! Next time! Next time, I will definitely invite you to a meal to thank the Sea of Clouds Pavilion for all your help!"

Seeing his flustered state, Yun Xi covered her mouth and chuckled gracefully. Not making things difficult for him any longer, she smiled and nodded:"Then it's a promise! Next time we meet, you must treat this little lady to a meal, Young Master Song! You are not allowed to run away!"

"Definitely! Definitely! This junior will take his leave first!" Watching Song Que hurry away as if fleeing for his life, Yun Xi couldn't hold back a 'pfft' of laughter. When Qing Zhu entered, she couldn't help but ask:"Qing Zhu, is this Young Miss really that terrifying? Why does he act like a mouse seeing a cat when he sees me, only wanting to escape as fast as possible?"

"Hehe! Young Miss, this servant guesses your charm is simply too great! This kid is thin-skinned and afraid of being embarrassed, so he doesn't dare get close!"

"Giggle... it's not as you say. I observe that this Song Que is decisive in his actions; he is absolutely not a cowardly person."

"Little Xi, you need to pay closer attention to this kid! Observing him just now... I truly couldn't believe my eyes! His blood and Qi are pure and vigorous, yet completely restrained and hidden within his bones! His cultivation must have progressed by leaps and bounds! If I'm not mistaken, he must have recently stepped into the Fourth Grade!"

"A Second-Tier martial artist at barely 16 years old! Even placed within those renowned sects and major factions, he would be considered a top-tier talent! If you want to recruit him, you must act quickly! Otherwise, at his speed, I'm afraid in a few years, we will all have to look up to him!" Elder Kong, sitting outside the door, couldn't help but speak up and advise her.