Chapter 186: 186. The deep master-disciple relationship moves heaven and earth.

After Foundation Establishment, Fang Zhou’s sensory abilities greatly enhanced.

Even with the nearby waterfall, he could clearly determine Cheng Xing’s position through hearing.

However, from the moment Ling Xiaoyue landed to when she walked over, there wasn’t a single sound, making it impossible for Fang Zhou to detect her.

He noticed Cheng Xing standing still and immediately lunged forward, hugging her and laughing, “Gotcha.”

But as soon as he hugged her, he realized something felt off. Cheng Xing’s body was a bit chubby, making it very comfortable when holding her, a sensation he knew well.

The feeling in his arms now was completely different, even the scent was different, and the size pressing against his chest was different too.

Fang Zhou quickly removed the blindfold and saw the familiar face in front of him–Ling Xiaoyue.

His smile immediately faded.

Ling Xiaoyue’s face was initially full of smiles, but when Fang Zhou’s smile disappeared, hers did too.

Just like that, the two disciples stared at each other, creating a weird and awkward atmosphere. Cheng Xing, sensing danger, retreated step by step.

As the veins on Ling Xiaoyue’s forehead gradually bulged, Fang Zhou suddenly hugged her tightly, excitedly shouting, “Master, you’re finally back. I missed you so much!”

Ling Xiaoyue hesitated slightly, then hugged Fang Zhou emotionally, “Disciple, I missed you so much too.”

However, Fang Zhou’s hair stood on end as he was somewhat spiritually connected with Ling Xiaoyue, perceiving the rising anger in her heart despite her emotional expression.

Fang Zhou wanted to run, but it was too late. Ling Xiaoyue’s hands had already tightly locked around his shoulders and neck, squeezing furiously, “You brat, do you think I’m an idiot? Smirking at me like that, you need a good beating!”

“Ouch! Let go of me!”

Fang Zhou struggled painfully, but his nearly 40 points of strength couldn’t budge Ling Xiaoyue’s hands at all.

A beam of light suddenly shot out from the bamboo hut, directly slicing towards Ling Xiaoyue’s head.

Without even looking, the wine jug at her waist flew up automatically and knocked the Xuanyuan Sword away.

Seeing no way out, Fang Zhou also shouted in anger, “You’re shameless for even talking about it. You left me in this strange place for two months. If I wasn’t smart, clever, and handsome, I would have been thrown out long ago. I still have to clean up your mess, what kind of master are you?”

“Nonsense, do you think I was out playing?”

Ling Xiaoyue held Fang Zhou’s neck with one hand and flicked with the other, producing a crimson elixir that emitted a seductive fragrance.

“Do you recognize this? I’ve been running around for more than two months just to find this for you. Not a single kind word from you.”

Fang Zhou’s attention fell on the elixir in Ling Xiaoyue’s hand, immediately realizing it was a dedicated Foundation Establishment Pill.

He hesitated, feeling a surge of warmth in his heart, realizing Ling Xiaoyue had been out specifically to find this for him.

“Master, thank you. I wronged you.”

Fang Zhou said emotionally.

Ling Xiaoyue pinched Fang Zhou’s cheek, “Good to know your mistake. Your master is generous and forgives you.”

Once again, the atmosphere between master and disciple became harmonious and warm.

“Wait, I’ve already established my foundation, so what’s the use of this thing now?”

Fang Zhou said confusedly, and the atmosphere froze once more as both their gazes fell on the Foundation Establishment Pill.

Fang Zhou suddenly reached out to grab it, but Ling Xiaoyue quickly put the pill away.

Fang Zhou complained, “Take it out, you specifically found it for me, it’s mine!”

Ling Xiaoyue laughed heartily, “Dream on. Since you’ve already established your foundation, this thing is useless to you. It’s better for me to sell it and recoup the cost.”

Fang Zhou looked at her smug expression, feeling indignant.

He seriously doubted whether she went out specifically to find the Foundation Establishment Pill for him, thinking it was probably incidental.

Ling Xiaoyue saw that Fang Zhou wasn’t pursuing the issue of her leaving him alone for two months and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Good thing she had found the Foundation Establishment Pill, otherwise she wouldn’t have been able to explain it to this brat.

Ling Xiaoyue glanced at Cheng Xing, who was standing silently beside them, and said with a playful smile, “Disciple, it seems you’ve been enjoying yourself while I was gone for these two months? Take care of your body. Do you want me to get you some tiger penis for nourishment?”

As an experienced maiden, Cheng Xing naturally understood Ling Xiaoyue’s words immediately, her cheeks blushing.

Fang Zhou scoffed and said irritably, “Alright, I’ve been living it up these two months, so I need some replenishment. It’d be best if you had died outside.”

Ling Xiaoyue kicked him, dissatisfied, “Rebellious disciple, I haven’t even asked you, how did you give such a valuable thing as the newspaper to the Heavenly Sword Sect without giving any to your master?”

Fang Zhou was surprised, “You knew about that?”

He didn’t expect Ling Xiaoyue to know what he had done as soon as she came back.

He could only patiently explain it wasn’t intentional but necessary to give the newspaper to the Heavenly Sword Sect.

At that time, the Heavenly Sword Sect wouldn’t have allowed Fang Zhou to sell the newspaper, as they could have easily created their own.

Moreover, the Heavenly Sword Sect had the capability to sell the newspaper across the Cultivation World, which Fang Zhou, without resources, funds, or connections, couldn’t accomplish.

Therefore, he had no choice but to give the newspaper to the Heavenly Sword Sect to gain a cooperative opportunity and access their sales channels.

Of course, he also received Moon Viewing Peak’s property deed, which he didn’t want to proactively tell Ling Xiaoyue. Though she would eventually know, he wanted to delay it as much as possible.

After listening to Fang Zhou’s explanation, Ling Xiaoyue still felt displeased, “You gave it away, but couldn’t ask for compensation? That’s foolish, don’t tell people you’re my disciple.”

Fang Zhou showed a repentant expression, but Ling Xiaoyue kept feeling she’d been shortchanged, “No way, I’m going to settle accounts with True Master Yu Jian, can’t let them get such a huge benefit for nothing!”

“Master, wait!”

Fang Zhou didn’t expect Ling Xiaoyue to be so shameless to go find True Master Yu Jian.

He quickly took out the property deed, “Actually… the Heavenly Sword Sect gave us the deed to Moon Viewing Peak, which truly belongs to us now, undeniable.”

“Really?”

Ling Xiaoyue showed excitement, giving Fang Zhou a heavy pat, “Good job, disciple, I didn’t misjudge you. I always praised your cleverness to others.”

Fang Zhou: “Haha!”

Ling Xiaoyue excitedly picked up the property deed, but her joyful expression instantly turned serious, changing as quickly as summer weather.

“Fang Zhou, why is the deed in your name?”

Her voice sounded like a ghost crawling up from the depths, causing Fang Zhou and Cheng Xing to shiver.