“Isn’t thunder and rain perfectly normal…”
Su Chen said helplessly, but seeing how scared she looked, he could only reach out and hold her in his arms.
“Get a good rest tonight. We’ll set out tomorrow. Sleep.”
Once Su Chen hugged her, Ruo Ximeng quickly drifted off to sleep as well. Seeing her asleep, Su Chen also closed his eyes and fell into slumber.
The night passed quietly. After the rainy night, the morning sunlight was especially bright.
Su Chen was still sleeping when he suddenly felt an odd itch on his face.
The sensation was faint and fleeting, as if someone was playing a prank on him.
After a moment, even though Su Chen wanted to sleep a bit longer, he had no choice but to wake up.
Opening his eyes, Su Chen immediately felt like hitting someone. It turned out Ruo Ximeng had woken up early and was using her hair to gently brush across his face, teasing him.
So that ticklish feeling from earlier was just this little rascal being naughty!
“Ximeng, are you looking for trouble? Watch how your Master deals with you.”
As soon as Su Chen opened his eyes and spoke, he startled Ruo Ximeng.
She had been curious how Su Chen could sleep so soundly; she’d been playing with him for quite a while, but her Master still hadn’t woken up.
She was just getting into it when Su Chen suddenly woke up.
“Master, please spare me!”
Caught and pinned to the bed by Su Chen, Ruo Ximeng immediately begged for mercy.
But Su Chen had no intention of letting her off so easily. Without another word, he raised his hand and smacked her perky bottom.
Of course, Su Chen didn’t use any real force—just a light punishment, teasing Ruo Ximeng.
Seeing that nothing serious happened, Ruo Ximeng’s heart leapt. Didn’t this mean she could sneak into her Master’s bed every day, and tease him every morning?
Thinking of this, a happy little smile appeared on Ruo Ximeng’s adorable face.
Naturally, Su Chen had no idea what Ruo Ximeng was thinking, or he might have spat blood on the spot.
“Go wash up. Today, we can head out for some training.”
Su Chen finally let go of Ruo Ximeng, pinched her cheek, and spoke casually.
“Okay, Master! I’ll go pack our things!”
At this, Ruo Ximeng chirped excitedly. She was clearly looking forward to this journey.
‘Imperial Teacher System, scan the area—are there any fun places nearby?’
After changing clothes, Su Chen asked the Imperial Teacher System offhandedly.
‘I’ll check. There should be plenty of fun places around here.’
‘Wait! Host, why are you asking about fun places?’
The Imperial Teacher System was about to start scanning, but suddenly noticed something was off. Wasn’t Su Chen supposed to be taking Ruo Ximeng out for training?
So why was he asking about fun places?
‘Ahem, what I mean is—scan for places suitable for Ximeng’s training.’
Su Chen’s eyes flickered. Even the Imperial Teacher System was getting hard to fool. Looks like he really needed to up his game.
Hearing this, the Imperial Teacher System started a serious scan.
After a moment, the little figure projected by the Imperial Teacher System suddenly brightened.
Ruo Ximeng’s luck was really something—there just happened to be a perfect opportunity for training nearby.
‘Host, this little girl’s luck is quite good. The Qingyou Grand Tournament is coming up. It’s the perfect chance for her to get some experience.’
When the Imperial Teacher System finished, Su Chen was stunned.
‘Qingyou Grand Tournament? What’s that?’
Su Chen had never heard of this so-called Qingyou Grand Tournament.
‘The Qingyou Grand Tournament is one of the most prestigious events in the cultivation world. Talents from both the righteous and demonic paths gather to compete and test their progress.’
‘However, to participate, one must pass a test. I’m not sure if this girl can make it.’
The Imperial Teacher System sounded a bit worried.
Hearing about such a famous event, Su Chen felt delighted. Bustling places like that were bound to be interesting. It was the perfect place to take Ruo Ximeng for some fun.
‘No need to worry. Ximeng will definitely pass.’
Su Chen said casually. If Ruo Ximeng could pass the test, that was great. If not, then maybe the rules of this Qingyou Grand Tournament needed to be changed.
After learning about the Qingyou Grand Tournament, Su Chen went with Ruo Ximeng to say farewell to Yanhong.
“Lord Su Chen, you’re taking Ximeng to the Qingyou Grand Tournament?”
Yanhong sounded incredulous. After all, those who participated in the Qingyou Grand Tournament were top geniuses from both the righteous and demonic paths who had cultivated for many years.
How long had Ruo Ximeng been cultivating? And her Sacred Bone had been dug out, her Sacred Vein extracted…
Thinking of this, Yanhong couldn’t help but feel a little down, but for the sake of the Da Yan Dynasty, she had no choice…
“That’s right. We might be gone for a while before we return.”
Su Chen wasn’t sure how long this trip would last.
If it was fun, they’d stay longer. If it was boring, they’d come back sooner.
“Elder Sister Yanhong, when I return from training, I’ll bring you a gift!”
Ruo Ximeng said happily. She was ready to face her very first training journey.
After saying goodbye to Yanhong, Su Chen took Ruo Ximeng by the hand and soared into the sky, turning into a streak of rainbow light, flying toward Yuntian Palace, where the Qingyou Grand Tournament would be held.
Not long after Su Chen and Ruo Ximeng left the Imperial Capital, the Emperor of Da Yan received the news.
When he learned that Su Chen and Ruo Ximeng were going to participate in the Qingyou Grand Tournament, he was overjoyed and immediately announced his seclusion.
‘Hmph! There are countless experts at the Qingyou Grand Tournament. With that madman’s personality, he’s bound to offend many people and be delayed for quite some time.’
‘While they’re away, I’ll enter seclusion again and surely make another breakthrough! Su Chen, your death is near!’
The Emperor of Da Yan thought darkly, then strode into the cultivation chamber with a cold expression.
Hao Miao Peak stretched on for miles, its ridges rising and falling, with a lone peak piercing the clouds.
At the summit of that solitary peak was a vast, flat expanse, as if the tip had been sliced off by a peerless sword immortal.
On this enormous platform, many cultivators had already gathered.
Some of the prodigies who passed the test had already entered Yuntian Palace. Even more talents remained on this huge platform.
Flying boats, wrapped in dazzling streams of multicolored light, continually broke through the sky—these were from the great sects and clans of the cultivation world, each possessing immense strength and deep foundations.
Some arrived standing on flying swords, others riding clouds—all of them strong, exceptional figures.
“Whoosh—”
Suddenly, a streak of light shot across the sky like a flash of lightning, drawing the attention of many cultivators.
“So powerful! Who is that?!”
“With such an incredible movement technique, they must be a senior from one of the great sects!”
“Huh? Why haven’t I seen this person before?”