Chapter 044

Chapter 44: A Gifted Pill, A Forged Alliance

The voice belonged to Wei Yun Ting, who had just returned from the cultivation hall. At a glance, she could tell the two sisters from her eldest uncle’s family weren’t on good terms.

Wei Yun Xi was barring Wei Yun Qing from entering, yet Wei Yun Qing stubbornly insisted, completely disregarding the other’s wishes. Seeing this, Wei Yun Ting interrupted their confrontation.

Spotting Wei Yun Ting, Wei Yun Xi swiftly broke into a smile and said, “Yun Ting, you’re back?”

“Mmm,” Wei Yun Ting nodded. “What’s going on here?”

Wei Yun Xi quickly answered, “I bought some tools from the market today and was just about to draw some talismans. Sister Yun Qing chose this exact moment to knock at my formation, insisting she needed to talk. I’ve already said I’m busy drawing talismans and didn’t want any distractions.”

Wei Yun Qing hastily defended herself, “I didn’t know you were drawing talismans.”

“Don’t try to fool our eldest sister,” Wei Yun Xi shot back impatiently. “It was you who insisted on going with me today to buy the supplies. You can’t be that forgetful already, right? So, what exactly do you want?”

Wei Yun Qing couldn’t very well say she’d sensed something valuable here and wanted to snatch it from her younger sister.

Seeing Wei Yun Qing stumble and only mumble something about wanting to mend their distant relationship, Wei Yun Ting couldn’t help but inwardly sigh. She was deeply disappointed. Wei Yun Qing clearly had the best spiritual root among the Wei disciples here, yet instead of cultivating diligently, she wasted her time antagonizing her younger sister. She was truly harming others and herself.

With a stern face, Wei Yun Ting admonished her, “Yun Qing, you’re a cultivator now. You should know very well how harmful it is to disturb someone during cultivation. Besides, it’s already late. If there’s something important, just speak to Yun Xi tomorrow.”

Realizing she’d lost her chance, Wei Yun Qing could only nod meekly and retreat to her own room.

Once she was gone, Wei Yun Xi gratefully bowed to Wei Yun Ting, saying, “Thank you, Sister Yun Ting, for helping me out.”

“Yun Xi, you and Yun Qing are sisters after all,” Wei Yun Ting advised gently. “It’s best not to strain your relationship too much.”

Wei Yun Xi nodded, “I understand, but you saw it yourself. Yun Qing is far too domineering. If I had been attempting a breakthrough, what would’ve happened then?”

Wei Yun Ting paused, knowing Yun Xi was right. Yun Qing relied heavily on her exceptional spiritual root, arrogantly assuming the clan would never abandon her. Because of this, she subtly looked down on everyone around her.

Both Wei Yun Ting and Wei Zong Han had personally felt Yun Qing’s arrogance. After experiencing the sect entry trials, they clearly saw her selfish nature and had quietly distanced themselves.

However, since they currently shared the same courtyard, some interactions couldn’t be avoided. Wei Yun Ting’s determination to cultivate fiercely was driven by her desire to quickly reach the mid-stage Qi Refining and find a legitimate excuse to move away from this peak.

Wei Yun Qing, unaware she’d already been subtly excluded by the rest of the Wei disciples, returned to her room bitterly resenting Wei Yun Ting’s untimely interference.

After comforting Wei Yun Xi a bit more, Wei Yun Ting also returned to her room.

Wei Yun Xi activated the isolation formation again, her expression darkening as she threw down her talisman brush angrily.

“This Wei Yun Qing is like a ghost that won’t leave!”

If Wei Yun Ting hadn’t arrived in time, Wei Yun Qing would have undoubtedly forced her way inside—was stealing her storage pouch the next step?

Wei Yun Ting, as the eldest sister, had no choice but to mediate carefully, not daring to offend Wei Yun Qing because of her excellent aptitude.

The more Wei Yun Xi thought about it, the angrier she grew. Yun Qing’s superior talent made everyone instinctively favor her, even when their cultivation levels appeared equal.

“Since you rely on your talent so much, I’ll make sure to embarrass you thoroughly!” Wei Yun Xi murmured fiercely.

Thinking quickly, she took out a communication talisman, sent a message to Wei Zong Hao next door, and quietly slipped out into the moonlight toward his courtyard.

Wei Zong Hao was puzzled upon receiving Yun Xi’s message—they were only separated by one wall. Why waste a communication talisman? Nevertheless, he obediently opened the courtyard’s restriction and secretly brought her into his room.

After activating his own isolation formation, Wei Zong Hao asked curiously, “Yun Xi, what important matter brings you here so late?”

Wei Yun Xi didn’t mince words and directly explained how Wei Yun Qing had tried to force her way in.

Already holding a bad impression of Yun Qing, Wei Zong Hao now felt even more repulsed by her. Frowning, he asked, “What exactly does she want?”

Wei Yun Xi bluntly replied, “She’s like a dog—she smells treasure and immediately starts clinging to me.”

“Treasure? What kind?” Wei Zong Hao asked, intrigued.

“Among the items we bought today, there’s a real treasure,” Wei Yun Xi answered frankly.

Wei Zong Hao recalled their shopping spree and suddenly exclaimed, “Is it that dressing case you bought?”

“No!” Wei Yun Xi shook her head, pulling out a small medicinal bottle from her spatial storage and tossing it to him.

Wei Zong Hao barely caught it, staring in confusion. “An empty pill bottle?”

“Open it and see.”

His heartbeat quickened as he cautiously opened the bottle. A strong medicinal fragrance filled the air, making him hastily reseal the bottle with a serious expression.

“Yun Xi, even though I don’t know exactly what pill this is, its grade is clearly very high. You should keep—”

Before he could finish, Wei Yun Xi waved dismissively, saying, “Brother Zong Hao, I’ve already taken one, and the effects were great. This one is yours—I won’t let Wei Yun Qing benefit from it.”

Wei Zong Hao gasped sharply, feeling like he was dreaming. Such an incredible opportunity had landed right in his lap!

“Yun Xi, pinch me. I feel like this is all a dream!”

Satisfied with his reaction—surprise without greed—Wei Yun Xi cheerfully stepped forward and pinched his round cheek enthusiastically. She’d long wanted to try it, and indeed, it was wonderfully soft.

Wei Zong Hao yelped, “Ouch! Yun Xi, have mercy! I’m convinced it’s not a dream now!”

With a hint of regret, she released her hand.

Wei Zong Hao rubbed his reddened cheek, eyes watering involuntarily. His little sister’s grip was even more ruthless than his mother’s.

Eyes sparkling with joy, Wei Yun Xi smiled sweetly. “Now you believe me, right? Quickly, eat the pill. I’ll keep watch—only what’s inside your stomach truly belongs to you.”

Wei Zong Hao sobered up quickly and bowed solemnly. “Thank you, Yun Xi, for bestowing such a precious pill upon me. I owe you a great favor. Whenever you need me in the future, I’ll be there without hesitation—even if I have to pass through fire and water!”

“Good, I’ll remember those words,” Wei Yun Xi replied happily. This was exactly what she’d wanted—an ally among the Wei disciples. After all, a single tree alone couldn’t make a forest.

Taking a deep breath, Wei Zong Hao sat cross-legged, carefully adjusted himself to peak condition, and then decisively swallowed the pill.