Chapter 066
Chapter 66: Shi Zi Chu, Are You Deaf!
Yao Ruo Ruo rested her cheek in her palm, her face clouded with worry.
The Limitless Sect was in turmoil, and Mother had sent them to the Jade Void Sect to take refuge. However, Old Ancestor Ji Mo wasn’t someone to be taken lightly. How could she assist Mother?
Meng Xi Yu’s voice cut through the silence, cold and detached, “Elder Ji Mo once competed with Sect Master Yao for the position of sect master. There are reasons why that ancestor dislikes Sect Master Yao.”
Shi Zi Chu nodded, signaling she had heard.
“Sect Master Yao’s cultivation level now, what is it?”
Yao Ruo Ruo quickly answered, “Mother is at the mid stage of Great Ascension!”
Looking at the pride on Yao Ruo Ruo’s face, Shi Zi Chu gave a thumbs up. “Sect Master Yao is impressive! With time, she will certainly break through to tribulation crossing!”
Yao Ruo Ruo lifted her head, only to lower it again.
“If it weren’t for giving birth to me, Mother would have long reached the late stage or even the Great Ascension Perfection.”
Her eyes filled with self-blame and guilt. If only Mother’s cultivation was a little higher, she wouldn’t have to endure that old man’s trouble.
“Ruo Ruo, Sect Master Yao chose to give birth to you because you are more important than cultivation,” a soft and soothing voice rang out.
Shi Zi Chu’s gaze rested on Yao Ruo Ruo, a calming aura emanating from her, wrapping the girl in warmth. “You are her precious daughter, and your existence is irreplaceable to Sect Master Yao.”
The issue with Old Ancestor Ji Mo could be resolved. The Limitless Sect wasn’t just defined by that one ancestor. Moreover, this was not Sect Master Yao’s fault. As someone in a high position, Sect Master Yao should be able to resolve it. Dragging things on, there might be another purpose behind it.
Yao Ruo Ruo looked up at Shi Zi Chu. The gentle, serene gaze of Shi Zi Chu seemed to smooth out all the messy emotions churning in her heart.
“Let’s not talk about this. How about something happy… or, well, not so happy,” Shi Zi Chu said, her voice tired as she hung her head. “Halfway through my training and I collapsed.”
Seeing the gloomy look on Shi Zi Chu’s face, Yao Ruo Ruo beamed a big, comforting smile. “It’s fine! When you’re better, we can go on another training trip together!”
Shi Zi Chu squinted, mimicking Yao Ruo Ruo’s tone. “Okay, okay~”
Yao Ruo Ruo pouted, playfully scolding, “Zi Chu, you’re not allowed to mimic me!”
“Nope~” Shi Zi Chu said with a grin, and when she saw Yao Ruo Ruo puffing up her cheeks, she couldn’t hold back a laugh.
Who could resist a cute, sweet girl?
Once the two finished laughing, Yan Zhou Bai spoke up. “Master doesn’t want us returning to the sect for now. We’ll have to trouble you, Zi Chu, for a while.”
Meng Xi Yu glanced at Yan Zhou Bai.
The thoughts of the Young Sect Master Yan were so obvious!
A sly glint appeared in Shi Zi Chu’s eyes. “Once my injury heals, I’ll take you all…”
“Second senior sister! Second senior sister!”
A voice, tinged with spiritual power and filled with sorrow, floated in from outside, interrupting the lighthearted mood within the hall.
Yao Ruo Ruo instinctively turned her head, but saw no one.
Meng Xi Yu’s cold voice rang out. “Rising Succession Peak’s main peak is restricted. Without Venerable Xing Lan’s approval, no one may enter.”
The three of them were allowed in because Venerable Xing Lan had lifted the restriction.
Shi Zi Chu stood up, a trace of concern crossing her face. “Did Sixth Junior Sister encounter problems crossing the Tribulation? Why is she crying so pitifully outside?”
The three followed Shi Zi Chu toward the main peak entrance.
They weren’t here for the spectacle; they were concerned about Shi Zi Chu being bullied.
Considering Shi Zi Chu’s injury, she wasn’t walking fast.
By the time they reached the restriction area, Chu Zhi Rou had already lost her voice, her frail body swaying as if it might fall any moment.
“Shi Zi Chu, are you deaf! Sixth Junior Sister has cried herself hoarse! Are you doing this on purpose?!”
Xu Zhou Ye immediately began scolding, his voice harsh.
A few disciples, who had gathered to watch the scene, looked at Shi Zi Chu with disdain.
Shi Zi Chu’s thoughts were vile. Ever since Junior Sister Chu joined the sect, she had been tormenting her.
Hua Ting Li sneered, “I think you’re doing it on purpose! You’re jealous of Sixth Junior Sister’s Tribulation Crossing.”
Meng Xi Yu and Yan Zhou Bai simultaneously distanced themselves from Shi Zi Chu and Yao Ruo Ruo, releasing suppressive auras.
Whether it was Chu Zhi Rou or the disciples watching, they all kneeled down in perfect unison.
Shi Zi Chu, pale and weak, leaned toward Yao Ruo Ruo.
While she was in such a frail state, it was the perfect opportunity to learn from Chu Zhi Rou and pretend to be delicate!
Hehe!
Yao Ruo Ruo’s reflexes were sharp as she reached out to steady… the air!
Meng Xi Yu, who had acted faster, caught Shi Zi Chu, helping her lean against his arm.
Yao Ruo Ruo, who nearly got pushed out, gritted her teeth and shot a sharp glare at him.
Wrapped in a warm and dry embrace, Shi Zi Chu looked up, a little confused.
She remembered leaning toward Ruo Ruo, not Meng Xi Yu, right?
But never mind, let’s continue the act.
Her peach blossom eyes flickered as she coughed into her hand, “Six—cough, cough…”
With each fitful cough, a faint flush spread across her otherwise pale face, adding a touch of sickly charm to her already weak appearance.
“Why, Eldest Miss Ye, are you trying to put Zi Chu on the spot?” Yao Ruo Ruo’s naturally sweet voice rang out, her words sharp, “If one didn’t know better, they might think Zi Chu is putting on airs. Little did they know, she’s gravely injured and struggling to move, but still came to check on you, Sixth Junior Sister.”
Once Yao Ruo Ruo finished, Shi Zi Chu seemed to recover, her weak voice barely audible. “Ruo Ruo, you can’t say that. Sixth Junior Sister is the kindest, and her urgency to find me must mean there’s something important.”
Chu Zhi Rou looked up, her eyes filled with disbelief.
How could there be such a drastic change in the Young Sect Master’s attitude toward Shi Zi Chu in such a short time?
“So lively, what’s this about…”
A soft, noble voice suddenly rang out.
Ye He Qi strolled forward, his steps graceful and composed.
Yan Zhou Bai and Meng Xi Yu immediately withdrew their suppressive auras and bowed in greeting.
“Big Brother,” Chu Zhi Rou stood up, tears in her eyes, her voice hoarse, “Ah Sheng… he…”
Shi Zi Chu gently tapped Meng Xi Yu’s arm.
Once Meng Xi Yu withdrew his arm, she slowly moved to Ye He Qi’s side, her smile wide and full of mischief.
Ye He Qi raised an eyebrow at her mischievous look, his expression softening slightly.
With all the grace of a noble, Ye He Qi spoke gently, “Daoist Shi, are you feeling better?”
Shi Zi Chu swayed slightly, just managing to grab Ye He Qi’s hand.
“Thank you, Clan Chief Ye.”
As she spoke, Shi Zi Chu’s gaze shifted to Chu Zhi Rou.
Seeing the drastic change in Chu Zhi Rou’s expression, a smile bloomed on Shi Zi Chu’s lips, growing even more beautiful.
Ye He Qi lowered his gaze at the girl leaning on his arm, an odd feeling creeping over him, as if she was treating him like a spirit staff.
Considering the spirit essence stone, he decided to just play along for now.
Chu Zhi Rou stared at her big brother supporting Shi Zi Chu, a bitter, sour feeling rising in her chest.
How could Big Brother be so close to that wretch Shi Zi Chu?
With a concerned tone, Shi Zi Chu spoke, feigning concern, “Sixth Junior Sister, why the hurry? Has something happened to Clan Chief Chu?”