Chapter 97: Little Junior Brother, Let’s Get Married!
“Man, I really want that Portable Array Disk…”
Gu Yueqing propped her chin with one hand, eyes glued like a fanatic on the Array Disk on stage. As a bow practitioner, she knew this disk would boost her power—like, yuuuge.
Yao Yao stole a sneaky glance at Bai Feng, who was staring pensively, lost in thought.
“Little Junior Brother, your Senior Sister here has been so good to you, right?” she gently poked Bai Feng with her finger, whispering into his Divine Consciousness, “Can you maybe, um, toss a few more Array Disks my way?”
Bai Feng shot a sidelong look at Yao Yao, immediately catching her drift.
“Hmm, in that case, I’ll give you a little surprise gift first,” Bai Feng pulled out an Array Disk from his storage bag and pushed it toward Yao Yao. “Plus a five-grade Defense Array to stack on top of each other. It’s not like the one at the auction—this one’s legit.”
Yao Yao froze, eyes wide like saucers. She stammered, staring at the Disk on the table. “You… you want, want me to auction this? Is this even something my little auction house can handle?”
“It’s for you,” Bai Feng pushed the Array Disk into her embrace. “With all the chaos from the Demon Path, best to carry this close.”
Yao Yao stared at Bai Feng like a stone statue—did she just turn into a statue? After a long, tense few seconds, she blinked herself back.
“Little Junior Brother…” she broke into a radiant smile and extended her hand, “Let’s get married!”
Bai Feng: ???
Suddenly, a cold gaze shot at Yao Yao. She shivered fiercely, suddenly snapping back to her senses—oh no, did she just say that out loud?
“Cough cough. Just joking! Don’t take it seriously!” she blushed, waving her hands hurriedly, and quickly changed the subject. “But, Little Junior Brother, how come…”
“Of course, that’s what our Master taught me. Didn’t you forget Master Liu is also my teacher?” Bai Feng blinked at Yao Yao.
Yao Yao immediately understood, nodding quickly. “You learned so fast! No wonder you’re a genius of Array, way above Su Lan Qian!”
“I just barely scraped by, honestly I needed my Master’s help a lot,” Bai Feng admitted with a shake of his head.
He’d been thinking carefully—considering a possible attack from the Demon Path soon, he realized if he and Bai Yu Mo and the others used Portable Array Disks openly, they’d definitely be guessed by Gu Yueqing and friends. Better to confuse them a little—mislead them.
This plan was approved by Liu Meng. After making the Portable Array Disks, he reported the matter to the sect—he needed their backing.
Liu Meng, in turn, subtly suggested that she act as bait—drawing fire and attention away from him. It wasn’t about gaining glory or titles; being from the Demon Path and a wandering cultivator for years, she knew well that reputation could be the d*ath of you—especially when weak.
So, while he could make Portable Array Disks, the risk was significantly reduced. Gu Yueqing and the others’ focus would mainly stay on “The Creator,” Liu Meng.
“Oh right, Yu Mo, this is yours,” Bai Feng pulled out another Portable Array Disk. “Different from Senior Sister’s. This one’s a Phantom Array Disk—can trap enemies in illusions. The worst they’ll do is lose a second of focus, and if you’re near me, the illusion gets even stronger.”
White Feather Mo took it with a smile, eyes fixed on the circular jade in her hand. Her lips curled up automatically—she kept thinking: if you’re with me…
“Yu Mo?”
Bai Feng watched her grinning like an idiot—just for a Disk, is that worth all that happiness?
Suddenly, her face froze. She hurriedly stuffed the Disk into her clothes—who knows where she hid it—and her cheeks turned pink, a hint of frustration showing.
Feels like I’ve been giving all the gifts, never received one myself, she thought.
‘Stay emotionally stable, don’t let the system sneak in and make trouble—that’s the best gift,’ Bai Feng mentally muttered, though he kept a calm face.
“Well, aren’t you always making me meals? Being able to eat a brother’s sister-cooked dishes now? Not many, huh?”
Yao Mo lowered her head, fidgeting with her fingers, pondering what gift to give Bai Feng.
Then she remembered—Bai Feng was interested in maids before. Embarrassing, but she could! No, she *must* do it!
After handing the Array Disks to Yao Yao and Yu Mo, Gu Yueqing finally caught on.
She looked at Yao Yao, then Bai Feng, and mumbled softly, “Is that Portable Array Disk actually Liu Master’s handiwork?”
“Yeah. Please, keep it secret for now,” Bai Feng nodded.
“I promise I won’t tell anyone,” Gu Yueqing hurriedly nodded. She inhaled a few deep breaths, nerves tingling as she asked, “Um, can I pre-order one from you? Price, based on the current market price for the Xuan Gui Array. I won’t let you lose out.”
Bai Feng pretended to be generous with a wave. “No need. If you’re fine with a beginner like me, just cover the material costs.”
“No problem! I’ll make sure Bai Shi Di doesn’t get cheated. Let’s go with the Xuan Gui Array’s price—any extra is my investment in you,” she said hurriedly.
“Since Senior Sister Gu insists…,” Bai Feng took a few seconds, then nodded seriously. “I’ll do my best. Tell me your needs.”
“Umm… can I go back and think about it?” Gu Yueqing looked a bit conflicted. She hadn’t decided what kind of array would suit her best.
“Of course,” Bai Feng nodded.
He wasn’t planning to hide forever—he’d be staying at the City Lord’s Mansion until the big Array was finished. Avoiding people all the time would look weird and might get others suspicious or hostile.
So, for now, he’d just act like an ordinary friend—no deep ties, no hiding, that’s the safest route.
Meanwhile, the auction was wrapping up.
“5930 once! 5930 twice! 5930 thrice! Congratulations to this guest—winner of the Xuan Gui Array Disk!”
Inside a private room, Li Ming heaved a deep sigh, exhausted. He’d spent almost his entire savings. It stung, yeah, but snagging that Array Disk was worth it.
No more Spirit Stones? He could earn them back. No Portable Array Disks? Well, good luck finding another.
He tightened his black clothes, pulled his hood down till he was shaded completely, and even used a Spirit Tool to bulk up—making himself look tougher—to slip away unnoticed after leaving the auction house.
“Let’s go—quick!”
