Chapter 140: The Bootlicking Immortal Lord Who Wants to Live Off a Woman.6

“Pfft~ What a great name. It’s just one character off from our Ancestral Master’s.” Wang Gang tapped his tray. “Eat something, man. We’ve still got work to do later. Don’t pass out from hunger.”

Shen Xiuyan shook his head. “I’m not hungry.”

Seeing that he really wasn’t planning to eat, Wang Gang couldn’t help but slurp a little. “If you’re not gonna eat it… can I have it?”

He had a big appetite, but the meals were strictly rationed. Ever since he joined the Outer Sect, he hadn’t had a single day where he felt full.

So even though what was in front of them was just cornbread and wild vegetable soup, he still couldn’t stop himself from swallowing hard.

Shen Xiuyan made a gesture of invitation. “Go ahead.”

“Bro, you’re actually a good guy.” Wang Gang beamed. “From now on, you’re my friend. I’ve got your back.”

In just two days, Shen Xiuyan had received his second “good guy” card. He was starting to feel like he was developing PTSD from being called a good guy.

Clang clang~ A loud banging sound rang out.

A stern-faced middle-aged man shouted, “Quiet! If you’ve finished eating, get over here. I’m assigning today’s tasks. If you mess around and delay things, nobody’s getting off easy.”

Seeing the man appear, a bunch of disciples who had been eating slowly suddenly picked up the pace.

Since Shen Xiuyan wasn’t eating anyway, he figured he might as well head over now.

Just as he started to rise, Wang Gang pulled him back down.

Wang Gang shook his head at him quietly, signaling him to wait.

Shen Xiuyan didn’t know why, but he patiently sat back down.

Only after most of the disciples had gone over and received their assignments did Wang Gang finally drag Shen Xiuyan over.

“Steward Li.” Wang Gang greeted him with a fawning smile.

Steward Li looked up. “Ah, Wang Gang. And who’s this next to you? Looks unfamiliar.”

Wang Gang introduced him, “This is my bro, Shen Xiu. Just joined the sect recently.”

Steward Li looked surprised. “Pfft~ Great name.”

Wang Gang grinned proudly. “Right? I thought so too.”

With so many Outer Sect disciples, the stewards couldn’t possibly remember all their faces, so Steward Li didn’t question Shen Xiuyan’s identity at all.

“Oh right, Steward Li—any chance you could assign the two of us together today?”

Steward Li nodded. “Sure, let me see… You came a bit late, so what’s left is cleaning the courtyards on Biluo Peak. Might be a bit of a tough job.”

Wang Gang waved it off. “No problem, no problem. We cultivators need to train our bodies anyway. This kind of work is just exercise—perfect.”

Steward Li nodded approvingly. “Now that’s the right attitude. Not like those other picky ones. If all the Outer Sect disciples were like you, my job would be a lot easier.”

“Haha, you flatter me.” Wang Gang scratched the back of his head, a little embarrassed.

“Alright then, off you go.”

As soon as he heard that, Wang Gang quickly pulled Shen Xiuyan away.

Shen Xiuyan looked at Wang Gang in astonishment. Bro, you’re seriously my lucky star.

What a stroke of luck—finally a legitimate reason to go to Biluo Peak.

After they’d walked a bit, Wang Gang leaned in and said mysteriously, “Don’t look down on Biluo Peak just because it’s big and a pain to clean. It might be fancy and all, but the master there is generous. If you’re lucky, you might even get some Spirit Stones. Worst case, you’ll at least get a decent meal.”

Seeing that Shen Xiuyan didn’t respond, he added, “Trust me, bro. Biluo Peak is loaded. I dream of becoming a disciple there.”

Shen Xiuyan grabbed his hand. “Thanks, bro. You really are my lucky star. I owe you a meal!”

Wang Gang laughed heartily. “Knew you’d get it. A lot of people don’t want to go to Biluo Peak. The highest-ranking cultivator there is just the Tenth Elder, and he’s only at the Nascent Soul Stage. Compared to the other peaks, that’s nothing. But he’s filthy rich. Just the Spirit Stones in his treasury could make your hands go numb counting them. He basically bought his way into that elder position.”

“Well, that’s a skill too,” Shen Xiuyan said sincerely.

Wang Gang nodded. “Exactly. But a lot of Outer Sect disciples still look down on Biluo Peak. Say it reeks of money, and that time would be better spent on other peaks—what if a powerful master took notice and gave them some pointers?”

Shen Xiuyan shook his head. “As if there are that many masters handing out advice.”

“Right? And do they even have the time? They don’t even guide their own disciples, let alone us Outer Sect nobodies. That’s why I say Biluo Peak is the better deal—meals and Spirit Stones, what more could you want?”

Shen Xiuyan smiled. “Exactly. You’re totally right. Should we hurry up?”

Wang Gang looked puzzled. Why did it seem like Shen Xiuyan was even more eager than he was?

“Weird,” he muttered. “Alright, let’s go. I’ll explain on the way.” As they walked, he patted his chest confidently. “Just stick with me. I’ve figured it out—if you show up a little late to the steward, your chances of getting assigned to Biluo Peak go way up.”

“Mhm.” Shen Xiuyan was very pleased with today’s outcome.

The two of them quickly arrived at Biluo Peak. A few Outer Sect disciples were already sweeping and cleaning.

Seeing them approach, one of them called out, “We’ve already started cleaning this area. You guys head to the back courtyard.”

“Got it,” Wang Gang nodded.

They hurried to the back courtyard. But after working all morning, Shen Xiuyan didn’t see a single soul.

He slumped onto a rock, feeling a little dejected.

What a waste of time. All this effort for nothing. A few spells could’ve done the job in minutes, and yet he’d spent so long here.

If he’d known, he wouldn’t have come. He should’ve thought of another way to get close to Mingyue.

Wang Gang noticed that Shen Xiuyan didn’t look so good sitting there and asked with concern, “Shen Xiu, are you hungry?”

Shen Xiuyan was just about to shake his head when he heard that familiar voice.

“Oh, Wang Gang? Is something wrong over here?”

Wang Gang turned around and respectfully bowed. “Senior Sister Su, this is a new junior brother. He might not be used to life in the sect yet…”

Su Mingyue tilted her head. “Be honest.”

“Well, you know how the Outer Sect food isn’t great. This junior brother’s a bit picky, didn’t eat, so maybe he’s just hungry now…”

Wang Gang scratched his head. Why did Senior Sister’s tone feel so familiar…

Oh, right. That’s exactly how Shen Xiu had spoken to him this morning.

He glanced at Senior Sister Su, then back at Shen Xiuyan. Why did they sound so alike?

And how did they both instantly know he wasn’t telling the whole truth?

He didn’t think he was that obvious…

Su Mingyue walked over to Shen Xiuyan and looked at him with concern. “Junior brother, are you alright?”

Shen Xiuyan’s heart skipped a beat. She’s here. Finally, she’s here.

The historic moment had arrived.

He put on his most pitiful expression and lifted his head. “Senior Sister…”

The boy in front of her was stunning—soft and delicate-looking, with big round eyes filled with helplessness.

Su Mingyue’s heart skipped a beat. So… so cute…