Swish—!
As Xie Yue and Yan had just taken their seats, three streaks of light flowed out from Ye Tian's Soul Guidance Device, landing before Xie Yue, Yan, and Hu Liena respectively.
Before Xie Yue was an emerald-green glazed box. The glaze itself was colorless—the vibrant green came entirely from the pill contained within.
Xie Yue stared at the pill before him, his eyes filled with fervent obsession. He knew this was the opportunity his sister had mentioned that Brother Tian had brought back for him. It was this tiny pill that had allowed Sister Yue'er to advance by leaps and bounds, reaching the twenty-ninth rank as a Soul Grandmaster. It had also enabled Sister Xue to break through to the forty-seventh rank as a Soul Grandmaster while simultaneously obtaining a Ten Thousand Year Fourth Ring! It could truly be called something that defied fate and altered destiny!
Just as the group was salivating with anticipation, Ye Tian's gentle voice rang in everyone's ears.
"Xie Yue, this pill was refined from an Immortal Herb called Ink Jade Divine Bamboo, combined with other top-grade herbs that enhance physical resilience and strength. The primary effect of the Ink Jade Divine Bamboo is to strengthen a Soul Master's attack power and increase the resilience of their Martial Soul. I believe this Ink Jade Divine Pill will bring tremendous benefits to your Moon Blade Martial Soul, while also improving your physical constitution to a certain extent. As for cultivation level, needless to say, it will elevate you by at least six ranks!"
After speaking, a confident smile appeared on Ye Tian's face, his eyes filled with admiration for his own creation.
These pills were the result of his relentless experimentation and refinement during the journey back from Heaven Dou City to Spirit Hall City, working tirelessly in the carriage without rest. Although their efficacy couldn't compare to the Sky-Reaching Dragon Transformation Pill that Jin Yue'er had consumed—refined from three Immortal Herbs—they were still rare and extraordinary opportunities.
"Thank you, Brother Tian!"
Xie Yue was overjoyed, beyond words. Without warning, he suddenly slammed his head heavily onto the table.
Bang—!
A loud crash startled Jin Yue'er and Hu Liena, while Qian Renxue's eyes flickered with surprise.
Ye Tian, however, merely raised an eyebrow.
"Brother Tian's kindness is something Xie Yue may never be able to repay in this lifetime. Such immense grace leaves me at a loss for words to express my gratitude. But please remember, Brother Tian, if there is ever anything you need Xie Yue for, anything within my power, I will accomplish it even if it costs me my life!"
Xie Yue buried his head against the tabletop, growing more agitated as he spoke. His final words were nearly a roar, enough to show the depth of his resolve.
"Xie Yue, we've known each other for so long. Why be so formal?"
Ye Tian couldn't help but shake his head in amusement.
"How could I not understand your sincerity? I'm not training you all to be dead soldiers. Just relax and set your mind at ease."
"Exactly! With your strength, if we were dead soldiers, you'd still have to line up behind me, sister!"
Jin Yue'er pouted, displeased with Xie Yue for startling her. However, when she saw the blood on Xie Yue's forehead as he lifted his head, she immediately and wisely closed her mouth.
"In any case," Xie Yue declared, staring intently at Ye Tian, "no matter what it is, Xie Yue would face ten thousand deaths without hesitation!"
"Alright, alright. This is about giving you gifts, not some sentimental event. Hurry up and wipe the blood off your head."
Ye Tian helplessly waved his hand.
These children had grown up under his watch, and he had instilled some modern ideas in them. Ye Tian didn't just see them as friends; in a way, they were almost like half-family or half-fellow countrymen.
As his words fell,
Ye Tian turned his gaze toward Yan.
Yan immediately straightened his back, his eyes darting around the table in front of him before looking up at Ye Tian with a forced, dry smile.
"Hehe, well... since Brother Tian said no more sentimentality, I guess I don't have to bang my head against the table, right? It actually hurts quite a bit. How about I just make a vow instead?"
No one said anything more, nor did they have time to.
The awkward smile on Yan's face vanished instantly,
and he raised his hand on his own, extending a few fingers, swearing solemnly:
"I, Yan, hereby vow... from now on, I will absolutely support Brother Tian, obey his every word, and serve him until my dying breath! If I break this vow, may I be struck by lightning, never to be reincarnated. Uh... and also, may any son I have be born without an asshole!"
"Pfft! Haha!"
Jin Yue'er couldn't hold back her laughter upon hearing Yan's vow and asked, "If you're struck by lightning, how could you even have a son? Besides, what if you have a daughter in the future?"
Yan curled his lip and explained,
"Can't I have a son first and then get struck by lightning? Pah, pah! I won't get struck by lightning—I'll absolutely support Brother Tian!"
Yan quickly corrected himself,
then raised his finger again, stammering as he added,
"If I break my vow, even if it's a daughter, she'll be born without an asshole."
"Haha!"
Jin Yue'er burst into even louder laughter.
Even Qian Renxue couldn't help but purse her red lips in a light chuckle.
Xie Yue, holding the emerald-green glass box in both hands, laughed and scolded, "You show-off, aren't you afraid no one will want you and you'll end up with no descendants?"
"Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"
Yan waved his hands repeatedly.
He looked at Ye Tian as if gazing upon some kind of faith, declaring firmly:
"Brother Tian said that in this world, as long as you have strength, you have everything. With enough strength, what's wrong with having three wives and four concubines? That's not being a playboy or promiscuous—it's being called a charming and gallant lover by the world~"
As he spoke,
Yan was about to stand up and spread his arms to showcase his broad-minded, loving heart.
But Xie Yue's expression suddenly changed.
Thump, thump!
Just as Yan was passionately speaking, his stool collided with something.
Xie Yue had already lowered his head,
no longer laughing but wearing a dark expression as he repeatedly kicked Yan's stool.
Just as Yan was confused and about to start cursing,
a chill swept over him,
making him shiver involuntarily and setting off alarm bells in his mind.
Yan finally realized something was wrong.
He noticed the atmosphere in the private room had grown tense.
Looking up,
he saw Qian Renxue's expression had gradually turned cold, and even his idol, Brother Tian, looked somewhat stiff.
Cold sweat slowly seeped from Yan's back.
He seemed to have gotten carried away.
Qian Renxue's gaze slowly shifted away from Yan. Pointing at him, she glanced expressionlessly at Ye Tian and asked leisurely:
"Xiao Tian, is this what you taught him?"
"Uh... well... haha..."
Ye Tian's awkward smile was extremely forced.
This was indeed what he had taught.
After all, although that era had passed long ago, how many men hadn't fantasized about the privileged life of having three wives and four concubines? Not to mention men, even women in some works fantasized in various ways about having a harem.
Although he was half a Taoist priest, he was no exception and had indulged in such wanton fantasies.
But at this moment,
in a fantasy world, actually facing this situation, Ye Tian realized just how difficult it truly was to manage three wives and four concubines.
Of course,
perhaps his strength simply hadn't reached the required level yet.
But regardless, at this moment, he certainly couldn't casually admit to it.
Yet he also couldn't let Yan take the blame for him.
Ye Tian's thoughts raced a thousand times over, and in the end, he forced a dry laugh as he explained to Qian Renxue, "Xue Er, actually, this was just something I said to motivate Yan and Xie Yue. It shouldn't be taken seriously."
"Is that so~"
Qian Renxue narrowed her eyes, scrutinizing Ye Tian,
feeling intense wariness and dissatisfaction toward him for the first time.
"Of course!"
Ye Tian declared righteously.
"But matters of the heart still depend on the individuals themselves. Even if that kid Yan has the intention for three wives and four concubines, a forced melon isn't sweet, after all."
"Even if it's not sweet, it can still quench thirst, can't it?"
Hu Liena suddenly interjected coldly, causing Ye Tian's soul to nearly leap out of his body.
He hurriedly turned and covered Hu Liena's mouth.
"Mmph?!"
Hu Liena opened her eyes wide, looking at Ye Tian in confusion. Hadn't Senior Brother said this himself before? Why was he suddenly covering her mouth for no reason?
"..."
Qian Renxue furrowed her brows, pursed her lips, and shifted her position slightly closer to Jin Yue'er.
"Hmph! Scoundrel!"
"Uh..."
Embarrassment was written all over Ye Tian's face.
Yan and Xie Yue didn't dare speak up either, turning themselves into complete bystanders. Only Jin Yue'er was there gloating, giggling foolishly, scheming to seize any opportunity that arose!
"Yan, I've received your sincerity."
Ye Tian said through gritted teeth as he looked at Yan, releasing Hu Liena from his grasp.
"Brother Tian~"
Yan wore a mournful expression, his apologetic eyes filled with a plea for mercy.
"Sigh—"
Ye Tian let out a sigh, knowing that Yan hadn't meant any harm, and waved his hand helplessly:
"Alright, this Pill of yours was also refined by blending an Immortal Herb with other top-grade medicinal herbs. The Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower is a pure yang, highly nourishing substance with fierce and intense medicinal properties. It can purge impurities from your Martial Soul while also enhancing the strength of fire-attribute attacks. After you take this Phoenix Sky-Burning Pill, the temperature and combustion range of your flames should improve significantly, and your fire attribute will be greatly strengthened. As for Soul Power, it will also benefit greatly. In short, you'll understand once you take it after we return."
"Understood, thank you, Brother Tian."
Yan replied with an awkward smile,
then extended both hands to receive the scorching-hot porcelain vial containing the Phoenix Sky-Burning Pill.
To avoid further complications, Ye Tian didn't delay any longer. He gently ruffled Hu Liena's hair beside him and explained, "Nana, your Phantom Seizing Heaven Pill was refined using the Phantom Heart-Clearing Grass—an Immortal Herb that enhances spiritual power and charm—combined with other top-grade herbs that boost cultivation. After taking it, your mental Mind Power will definitely receive a significant boost."
"Haha! Thank you, Senior Brother!"
Hu Liena let out a delicate laugh, swiftly extending her left hand to grab the pink box. Then, under Ye Tian's puzzled gaze, she reached out with her right hand and seized his clothes.
Just as she pulled Ye Tian down,
Hu Liena stepped onto the crossbar beneath the chair, lifting herself off the seat.
With a smack!
Ye Tian felt the wetness on his face and froze completely.
He had thought that by not giving Hu Liena a chance to speak, he could smoothly leave the private room. Little did he expect Hu Liena had been waiting for him here!
This is going to be the death of me!