Chapter 149: So, by looking at it this way, he’s the real *slave* here!
Zuo Qiu suddenly realized that if she wanted to fully unleash her *Divine Body*, she had to stick close to Bai Feng.
It seemed restrictive, but hey—it’s also an advantage!
Just flip it around in your head—Bai Feng has to take her along to maximize her power, meaning they’re basically *bonded*.
And Bai Feng gets a nifty extra control tool—her collar—and that sure makes him feel more at ease. Her status as his loyal dog (or “faithful puppy,” if you will) becomes rock solid!
Thinking all this, Zuo Qiu hurriedly said to Bai Feng, “Master! I am willing to swear eternal loyalty by your side!”
“…“
Bai Feng’s lips twitched just a little—*Really*? I was just trying to help you activate your *Divine Body*, and now you’re repaying kindness with ingratitude?
“By the way, hand me your collar first.”
Bai Feng glanced at the collar around Zuo Qiu’s neck, which was pretty much the reason her Luck Points had been stuffed full by the system.
Initially, he thought about making a ring or a bracelet, but—
Since all her Luck Points have been dumped inside her collar, if he doesn’t do something about it, isn’t that a total loss?
Since she liked the collar so much, just keep wearing it.
Though puzzled, Zuo Qiu still took it off and handed it over to Bai Feng.
“I’ll modify your collar so it can store flames. Next time you’re not near me, you can still activate your *Divine Body*—just need to find me afterward to recharge the flames.”
Bai Feng took the collar, then told Zuo Qiu what he was about to do, slightly emphasizing that even if she’s not by his side, she can still use her *Divine Body*.
He believed that the *Child of Destiny* would start “plotting” a little—once she’s defeated the Black Lotus and he graciously lets her go, he’ll not only gain her friendship but also get rid of an ominous hidden danger in his circle.
Honestly, it’s better to be friends with a *Child of Destiny* than to enslave one—especially with that scoundrel system watching his every move. He’s not just not allowed to scold her or hit her; he even has to worry about her physical and mental health, making sure the system doesn’t sneak in more Luck Points.
So, from his perspective, *he* is the true servant here!
“Thank you, Master.”
Zuo Qiu’s expression lit up—Bai Feng actually plans to modify her collar! Does that mean he’s acknowledging her loyal puppy status? That’s not something you get from just a tagging bell!
And, as Bai Feng said, being able to use her *Divine Body* even when not by his side—that’s a big sign of trust.
In battle, when surprise attacks happen and she’s unprepared, she can activate her *Divine Body* via flames in her collar, then come back for a recharge later.
“Hmm, you go back and rest now. Come pick it up tomorrow.”
Bai Feng waved his hand then started scheming on how to modify her collar.
“Alright, Master. See you tomorrow!”
Zuo Qiu nodded, swiftly leaving Bai Feng’s place.
Her heart wasn’t worried—she was Bai Feng’s follower, after all. Plus, she’s not from Blue Bamboo Peak, so staying at Bai Feng’s house isn’t really her style.
Not long after she left…
“Brother, how did you activate the Array just now?”
Bai Yu Mo pushed the door open. Bai Feng quickly hid the collar in his storage sack and casually explained, “Just a little visit from Zuo Qiu. I helped test something.”
“Zuo Qiu? Isn’t she being watched by the master?”
Bai Yu Mo suddenly perked up, especially when she caught a glimpse of what Bai Feng was holding—something that looked just like a collar with a tiny bell attached.
Thinking carefully, it did resemble the jewelry on Zuo Qiu’s neck.
“She’s finished her investigation and is now officially a disciple of Heavenly Sword Sect,” Bai Feng continued. “She came to see me because she awakened her *Divine Body*.”
Bai Yu Mo’s brows furrowed even deeper: “Then why did she come to you?”
“Because I made the *fire*. Her awakening isn’t complete, so she came to me for help.”
Hearing Bai Feng’s explanation, Bai Yu Mo finally remembered—the demon energy in Zuo Qiu’s body was purified by Bai Feng’s Immortal Fire. That’s also why she’s been following him.
“Brother, I think you should be more careful. Don’t let her actions lull you into complacency.”
Especially thinking about her collar—the girl was clearly sneaky. Who wears a collar as a follower? What is she really trying to do?
“Don’t worry, I’m not that naive.”
Bai Feng nodded. He planned to do something with that collar—after all, her flames have been absorbed, so he needed a different approach.
Then, an idea struck him. He proposed, “Hey, why don’t you practice swordsmanship with me more in the next couple days?”
He’d realized during their sparring that his battle experience was lacking, so he wanted to improve.
“Sure!” Bai Yu Mo nodded. “But this time, no cheating with talismans, okay?”
“…Don’t worry. Last time was an exception—I’d never cheat!”
Bai Feng silently stuffed the talisman parchment with the creepy, stabbing symbols into his pocket.
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“Fang Yue, your letter! From Heavenly Sword Sect!”
At the end of a long day, Fang Yue didn’t bother tidying his workstation. He hurried over to the messenger with the letter.
Minutes later, he returned to his dorm carrying a large paper bag.
“Is it the Young Lady’s letter?”
Fang Yue took out the letter from within the bag, along with a book about a finger’s worth and a half.
He first opened the envelope, then sat up straight, face serious as he meticulously read every word aloud:
“Time is limited—I’ve written a textbook. I’ll send you the second in a few days. If there’s anything you don’t understand, ask Yu Ling Long’s array master, or save it for when you write to me later.”
Although the message was brief, Fang Yue felt a surge of excitement.
It was a handwritten letter from the *Array Master* himself, who even personally prepared a textbook for him.
He’d always thought the *Array Master* wouldn’t care much about someone average like him, just a spark of talent. His supervisor had been promising big things, but he never really believed the boss would deliver the goods personally.
Yet now—here it was. The boss had actually sent him the textbook himself.
He took a deep breath, trying to calm his racing heart, then reached into the bag to retrieve the book.
The cover was simple: just the words ‘Array (1)’ painted plainly.
He swallowed nervously, carefully flipping to the first page, wary of smudging it.
Glancing at the table of contents, he gently turned the pages, starting to read the first chapter’s first phrase.
It wasn’t until dark fell completely that he reluctantly tore his eyes away from the book.
This book was entirely different from those superficial alchemy or forging guides he’d seen. No obscure auras, no incomprehensible techniques—just straightforward foundations. It broke down the array in modules, from theory to practice, with clear illustrations.
Even a novice like him could understand it easily.
“No wonder he’s called the Array Master.”
Fang Yue sighed in admiration and lit a candle, continuing to pore over the pages.
