PFC Chapter 160 Parting
Chapter 160 Parting
The battle finally came to an end, leaving the battlefield a scene of devastation and smoke. As usual, Ye Qingyang ruthlessly confiscated the belongings of the defeated. Just then, his expression suddenly turned extremely ugly, but only for a moment, as if that momentary lapse had never occurred. In the blink of an eye, he returned to his usual gentle and kind demeanor.
Then, Ye Qingyang turned around nonchalantly and waved to Xiao Ruyin, who was not far away, signaling her to return to Luoxia Cave together to clean up the "mess" after the battle. Xiao Ruyin quickly followed, carefully observing Ye Qingyang's every move along the way.
Ye Qingyang skillfully bent down and picked up the various items scattered on the ground. Whether it was broken weapons, damaged magical artifacts, or other seemingly worthless "junk," he collected them all. Xiao Ruyin, standing to the side, stared wide-eyed as she witnessed Ye Qingyang, who had just been looking fierce like a demon, switch his expression and attitude so quickly. This dramatic transformation made her lips twitch involuntarily.
However, Xiao Ruyin knew very well what she should do at this moment. She suppressed her laughter, pretended not to have seen anything, and followed Ye Qingyang silently into the Luoxia Cave.
Upon entering the cave, faint spiritual light shimmered on the surrounding walls, indicating that many rare spiritual plants were growing there.
Xiao Ruyin, however, was quick-witted and spoke first: "Fellow Daoist Ye, our success in repelling those demonic cultivators is entirely due to your extraordinary abilities! The spiritual plants here are not only diverse in species, but also quite abundant. I would be content with just one-tenth of them as a guide fee. Of course, if you intend to take all the spiritual plants here, I humbly request that you grant me some seeds or roots so that I can take them back to my sect and cultivate them carefully!"
Ye Qingyang maintained his refined and easygoing demeanor, but inwardly he was already thinking, "Hmph, what a clever tactic of feigning retreat! This way, she won't easily offend me, while simultaneously adopting a very humble attitude and subtly expressing her desire to befriend me. Tsk tsk tsk, this little girl is quite clever!"
Ye Qingyang smiled gently and said slowly, "If it weren't for Fellow Daoist Xiao leading the way, I would probably still be wandering around in these vast mountains, not knowing when I would have found this place. I am truly grateful to Fellow Daoist Xiao for bringing me here so quickly. Furthermore, look at the abundance of spiritual plants here, so numerous and of such high quality. Although I am delighted, I am not the kind of person who is greedy. Therefore, as Fellow Daoist Ruyin said earlier, I am willing to give you ten percent of the spiritual plants here, and also offer you all the seeds and roots of these plants as a token of my gratitude for Fellow Daoist Xiao's guidance!"
Xiao Ruyin's beautiful face was filled with joy. She parted her lips slightly and said in a clear voice, "Thank you, Fellow Daoist Ye!" Her words were full of gratitude.
In fact, as soon as Ye Qingyang easily quelled the battle, Xiao Ruyin knew perfectly well that with her current strength, she was no match for him.
If Ye Qingyang refuses to help or doesn't share any of the spoils with me, that would be perfectly reasonable. Even if Ye Qingyang were to suddenly decide to take my life, I could only blame myself for being less skilled.
Since she knew she was inferior to others, Xiao Ruyin was very clear that she should have a clear and accurate self-positioning and never be greedy.
However, to her surprise, Ye Qingyang was so generous, willing to bestow such a lavish reward upon her. This was undoubtedly a great favor and a great blessing for Xiao Ruyin.
Xiao Ruyin and Ye Qingyang methodically organized the items in the medicinal herb field, leaving no corner unchecked. When they finally completed their task, looking around, the once lush medicinal herb field was now almost devoid of even a single blade of grass. However, faced with this sight, both of them spontaneously revealed satisfied smiles.
Their purpose in coming here was to harvest the precious spiritual plants. After much effort, their harvest was quite plentiful. However, it is commendable that they were not short-sighted; they understood the importance of moderate acquisition and sustainable development.
After collecting the necessary medicinal plants, they deliberately left some seeds and rhizomes, and carefully buried them in the original medicinal field.
They did this because they knew these spiritual plants would be equally important to the cultivators who would later enter this secret realm.
They hoped that when this secret realm closed, the buried seeds would break free from the soil's constraints, grow tenaciously, and eventually become a new, vibrant medicinal field. In this way, those who came after would have the opportunity to seize this rare chance and continue to explore and utilize the precious resources it contained.
Thinking of this, Xiao Ruyin and Ye Qingyang exchanged a smile, their hearts filled with hopeful anticipation for the future. Then, laden with their bountiful harvest, they left the once bustling medicinal field with light steps.
As the two emerged, the sky was ablaze with the colors of sunset. From Luoxia Cave, they could witness this breathtaking scene and felt completely relaxed as they admired the beauty.
Xiao Ruyin smiled and said to Ye Qingyang, "Fellow Daoist Ye, my purpose in coming here this time is to search for precious spiritual plants. Fortunately, heaven rewards those who persevere, and I have already reaped a bountiful harvest. There is no point in staying here any longer."
Therefore, Ruyin plans to leave now. After all, this secret realm will remain closed for some time, and I imagine Fellow Daoist Ye is ambitious and eager to explore this mysterious place. So, Ruyin will take her leave now! If Fellow Daoist Ye ever needs anything in the future, please feel free to contact Ruyin through this spirit jade. Ruyin will certainly do her utmost to repay Fellow Daoist Ye's great kindness in helping her!
After saying that, Xiao Ruyin gently handed a piece of crystal-clear jade that exuded a faint spiritual aura to Ye Qingyang.
Ye Qingyang gazed calmly at the beautiful and elegant woman before him, slowly reached out to take the spirit jade, and nodded slightly to indicate that he understood her meaning.
Then, Xiao Ruyin gracefully stepped onto her gleaming flying sword, her robes fluttering, like a fairy descending to earth. As she softly chanted an incantation, the flying sword instantly transformed into a streak of light, speeding away into the distance and disappearing into the horizon in the blink of an eye.
Ye Qingyang remained standing quietly, watching her departing figure. A ripple of emotion stirred within him, and he murmured to himself, "Strength truly is a passport everywhere! This law remains unchanged in every world! However..."
Before he could finish speaking, Ye Qingyang gave a mysterious laugh, as if to say that useful pieces are worth keeping, and who knows, they might actually come in handy one day!