Chapter 6: A Rare Day-to-Day Life
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“The Sect Leader is back!”
“Really? That’s amazing!”
As soon as the disciples heard that Ling Xiaozu had returned to the Heavenly Sword Sect’s Small Thousand World, they all burst into joy, their previous anxiety vanishing like magic.
It was as if they had just swallowed a calming pill.
This was the aura of a leader. It seemed that no matter what difficulties they faced, if the Sect Leader was around, there was no problem that couldn’t be solved.
In the early morning, atop Falling Dawn Peak.
“Master has returned…”
A pure white homing pigeon transformed into sparkling fragments in Luo Ying’s palm, scattering into the air.
Luo Ying thoughtfully glanced at the kitchen chimney not far behind her, sending up curling wisps of smoke.
“Master Sister, breakfast is ready!”
Fatty cheerfully trotted over with a steaming basket of freshly made buns and set it down on the dining table.
Lin Nan was busy distributing hot porridge into three sea bowls, waiting for Luo Ying to take a seat.
“Thanks for your trouble.”
“It’s nothing! We’re both interns here at Falling Dawn Peak; doing the work is part of the deal,” Fatty replied, beaming.
“Alright then, I haven’t used chopsticks in almost two months. Let’s see what you two can whip up today.”
In the world of cultivators, fasting was quite common. Those with profound cultivation could gather the world’s spiritual energy to maintain their basic needs, and sometimes, earthly food could even hinder their training.
Just then, Linglong fluttered in holding a flower bud, shouting out, “No way! Master can’t eat your food, it’ll mess with her cultivation!”
Before she could get closer, Lin Nan and Fatty were already hit by a delicate fragrance that wafted through the air, overpowering even the aroma of the food on the table.
“Linglong’s flower nectar is Master’s breakfast,” Linglong pouted, striking a pose of disdain at Lin Nan and Fatty.
“Come on, Linglong, it’s fine to have a meal sometimes,” Luo Ying interjected.
“But…”
“Just hand it over. Go take a break.”
Hearing Luo Ying’s words, Linglong reluctantly stuffed the flower bud with sweet nectar into her hands.
“Hey, you two! Don’t start a fire on the mountaintop; Linglong will get mad!” Lin Nan said. “Why not try some for yourself, it’s delicious!”
Linglong immediately took off, soaring far into the sky. “You two can’t bribe me! Hmph! If Master isn’t around, I’ll keep a close eye on you two, no slacking!”
In an instant, her tiny figure vanished into the undulating sea of flowers.
Luo Ying seemed to be in a good mood, picking up her chopsticks and saying, “Let’s eat.”
Fatty grinned widely, “Great! I guarantee satisfaction!”
Luo Ying didn’t eat much and soon put down her chopsticks.
“The Sect Leader has returned; he just sent word for me to go to the Main Peak. Lin Nan, come with me.”
Lin Nan stood up promptly, “Yes, Master Sister.”
“As for you, Fatty, there’s a little Small Cave Heaven halfway down Falling Dawn Peak filled with monsters for you to experience.
Remember: don’t go too deep. If you run into a powerful foe, return immediately! Understood?”
Fatty nodded vigorously on the surface, but inwardly he was grumbling, What’s wrong with this darn Lin Nan?! Why does good fortune never come to me, Fat Master?
He’d get to spend a leisurely half-day resting while Linglong had to follow him around nagging constantly. How infuriating!
Yet, he had to keep up the appearance of being motivated. If Luo Ying dismissed him from the Heavenly Sword Sect, that would be disastrous!
In reality, he just wanted to chill and stream a little, making some quick cash.
So hard!
After Luo Ying left,
Fatty hurried over to Lin Nan, his eyes full of envy. “Bro, when did you and Master Sister get so cozy? Just to visit the Sect Leader, she brings you along!”
Lin Nan glanced at him. “Fatty, don’t think too much about it. This might not necessarily be a good thing.”
Fatty’s face lit up with realization. “It’s related to the monster attack from a couple of days ago, isn’t it?”
Lin Nan nodded, “Exactly.”
“But… what does that have to do with you?”
Standing up, Lin Nan gave his shoulder a heavy pat. “Trust me, don’t ask too many questions.”
Watching him leave alone, it looked as if a heavy, unshakeable burden had suddenly settled onto his shoulders.
Fatty’s eyes began to water.
As Lin Nan followed Luo Ying and they soared up on their swords toward the Main Peak,
Fatty’s tears finally streamed down. “Bro! Didn’t we agree that I’d cook breakfast and you’d wash the dishes? How could you just up and leave?!”
…
Facing the gentle, warm breeze, Lin Nan trailed behind Luo Ying, not daring to touch her.
Her hair was pulled back with a wooden hairpin, but loose strands still danced in the wind, sometimes brushing past his face, making him feel a ticklish sensation.
It made him want to tidy up her wild hair so many times…
Seriously, it was a mess compared to when he was playing his female character.
…
What on earth was he thinking?
“Hold on tight!”
Meanwhile, Luo Ying didn’t seem to notice Lin Nan’s awkwardness.
As the Main Peak came into view below, she appeared ready to dive.
At this moment, rather than slowing down, Luo Ying was speeding up!
Caught off guard, Lin Nan quickly wrapped his arms around her slender waist to maintain balance.
As they approached the giant sword below, ready to crash into the Main Peak,
“Pull up!”
Just as Luo Ying shouted, the giant sword vanished into thin air, and Lin Nan “thudded” into a pile of rubble.
If he hadn’t protected himself at the last second, that could have really knocked his brains out!
“Whoops, sorry, sorry!”
Luo Ying lightly hopped up in front of him and yanked him out of the dirt pile.
Only then did Lin Nan—who had almost cracked his skull open—notice the unusual flush on Luo Ying’s cheeks and a faint hint of alcohol on her breath.
“Master Sister, you didn’t drink, did you?”
Luo Ying waved her hand vigorously, “No way! You must be seeing things… hiccup…”
Lin Nan, “…”
No wonder she had left the table early; she must have gone for a drink!
Was this the terrifying reality of a woman driving drunk?!
Oh my god, he had encountered the scariest thing on earth and somehow managed to survive.
What a stroke of luck!
“Sorry, sorry! I meant to slow down but accidentally recited the acceleration incantation instead! Thank goodness you’re okay… Now that’s what I call someone from Falling Dawn Peak,” she exclaimed, giving Lin Nan’s shoulder a comforting pat.
“Let’s go see the Sect Leader.”
With that, he had no choice but to go along with it.
But he swore, never again would he hitch a ride with Master Sister!
Soon, they found themselves at the entrance of the Grand Hall of the Heavenly Sword Sect.
When the monster beasts rampaged, the main hall was severely damaged, but fortunately, the side hall was mostly intact.
The disciple leading them bowed and left as they approached the side hall.
Just as they were about to enter,
“Swish!” Out of nowhere, seven or eight disciples dressed in black jumped out and surrounded them.
The Law Enforcement Hall?!
Luo Ying fumed, “What do you want?”
“We’re here to apprehend the monster race spy, Lin Nan! Master Sister, please step aside!”
