Chapter 189
Chapter 189: Why Is No One Speaking?
Supreme Virtue City.
Shi Zi Chu, wearing Mu Li and a white veil, stepped out of the teleportation array.
After leaving the array, she took out a communication talisman and spoke briefly with Xing Lan about Fang Wei An’s matter.
Upon hearing that Shi Zi Chu had discussed peace with Peak Master Fang, Xing Lan replied and then warned, “There have been signs of evil cultivators appearing in Supreme Virtue City. Be cautious.”
With demi-god and god-ranked magic artifacts emerging, not only were the sects and clans restless, but the Demon Realm, Ghost Domain, and even the Devil Realm were also showing signs of activity.
Shi Zi Chu nodded in acknowledgment, reassured Xing Lan with a few words, and then put away the communication talisman as she made her way to the tavern.
Perhaps due to the presence of the demi-god magic artifact and the divine sword, Supreme Virtue City was livelier than ever. The tavern was bustling, its energy rivaling that of the night.
Yan Yan, finishing a bowl of wine, looked up and spotted Shi Zi Chu standing in the doorway, dressed in a white skirt and white veil, Mu Li on her head.
“Oh!” Yan Yan abandoned her friends at the table and hurried over with big strides. “Little one, what brings you here?”
Jade Void Sect was so lively; how could she have time to visit Supreme Virtue City?
Shi Zi Chu walked up and looped her arm around Yan Yan’s, her smile soft and radiant. “I missed you, big sister. I came specially to see you.”
The voice from behind the veil was sweet and tender, with a natural charm that made the listener’s heart soften.
Yan Yan smiled brightly, facing the envious, jealous gazes of those around her. “As long as you don’t torment me, I’m happy!”
This little young lady was perfect in every way… except her stubbornness!
“Big sister!” Shi Zi Chu pouted.
Teasing Shi Zi Chu, Yan Yan’s laughter grew even brighter as she pulled her upstairs, holding her soft, delicate hand. “I just brought back some precious wine, freshly stored by big sister. You’re in for a treat!”
The friends left behind stared at each other in disbelief.
“Hey, wait a second! Yan Yan! You’re just going to leave us like that?!”
“Yan Yan! You can’t forget about us just because you have a beautiful little thing by your side!”
“Yan Yan, this is too much!”
As they reached the stairs, Yan Yan turned her head back to look at her old friends, giving them an elegant eye roll. “How could you compare with my treasure?”
“Hey! I’m curious to see what this treasure of yours looks like!” one of them joked.
“Me too!” came another voice.
A whole crowd of people swarmed toward the stairs, making a ruckus.
On the second floor, in the reception room, the maids had already set out the wine jars and bowls.
Shi Zi Chu raised her hand and took off her Mu Li, and the room was filled with audible gasps.
She looked up, and her gaze met several stunned expressions.
“Damn! Where did you find this beauty, Yan Yan?!” Qiu Yue Bai exclaimed, wiping the corner of her mouth as if fearing drool might fall out.
One glance, and she had already been captivated by this woman’s beauty, as though she had seen the most enchanting of all.
Qian Jin Jin, eyes wide, couldn’t take her eyes off Shi Zi Chu. “I used to think you were already gorgeous, Yan Yan. I had no idea this is what true beauty looks like!”
Two rather carefree female cultivators had no hesitation in speaking up, but the few men present were tightly holding their tongues, afraid to disturb the ethereal beauty standing before them.
Seeing their awkward, stiff postures, Yan Yan couldn’t help but laugh aloud.
“You all wanted to see, didn’t you? Well, now you have! Why’s no one speaking?” Yan Yan’s laugh was infectious, her teasing tone obvious.
Shi Zi Chu’s beauty had such a powerful effect on people that even Yan Yan, who had seen countless beauties, found it irresistible. The others were no match.
Shi Zi Chu’s expression remained calm and gentle as she raised her hands to bow. “Greetings, seniors. I am Shi Zi Chu.”
Qiu Yue Bai was on the verge of losing herself, utterly entranced.
This young lady was not only stunning, but her voice, soft and graceful, was a delight to the ears. She spoke with such poise, her demeanor and temperament both warm and inviting.
Qian Jin Jin wasn’t about to let Qiu Yue Bai have all the attention. She leaned in eagerly, but was pushed aside by Yan Yan.
Lu Yun Zhen, feeling the pressure, stepped forward to pour the wine.
Yan Yan took the opportunity to introduce her friends to Shi Zi Chu.
Qiu Yue Bai, a mid-Fusion stage sword cultivator.
Qian Jin Jin, a late-stage Out-of-Body alchemist.
Gu Bu Yan, a late-stage Out-of-Body artifact smith.
Lu Yun Zhen, a mid-Great Ascension sword cultivator.
Zhou Ji Ming, an early Fusion stage sword cultivator.
Watching the group of alcohol enthusiasts celebrating together, Shi Zi Chu gracefully held a wine bowl and took a sip.
Among them, Lu Yun Zhen was particularly interesting. He was the leader of the Azure Cloud Alliance and also one of Chu Zhi Rou’s consorts.
The Azure Cloud Alliance, made up mostly of loose cultivators, was one of the most powerful forces in the cultivation world, surpassing even first-rate sects and families.
Though it did not qualify as a top-tier power due to the absence of tribulation-crossing venerables, its strength was undeniable.
Thinking of this, Shi Zi Chu took another sip of her wine.
What an unexpected delight.
After a few rounds, the group began to discuss business.
“The Green Fire Stones in the Blue Rain Marsh have caught the attention of the Jun Clan.” Qian Jin Jin threw her empty wine bowl on the table and ran her hands through her hair in frustration, her whole demeanor tense. “I’m in urgent need of Green Fire Stones!”
Shi Zi Chu looked up, her gaze curious.