Chong Zi - Chapter 8 : Little Miss

The nine-layer hall in Qinghua Palace, built according to the mountain, is like nine steps, and reaches the top of the mountain layer by layer, very spectacular. Although Chongzi studied with Luo Yinfan for two years and he already knew many words, the main hall and side hall had many names. Also, kids are not interested in those complicated names, so they just count the numbers and count them in order. The side halls of the first, second and third main halls are arranged for receiving guests.

There are many guests with special identities sitting in the third main hall. There are humans and immortals. Most of them were heads or first disciples. People in immortals often use magic tools to prove their identity. Those who wore swords or wielded sharp weapons were people from the Immortal Sword Sect, and those who didn't wield swords were mostly from the Immortal Curse Sect. Of course, some exceptions cannot be ruled out. For example, Venerable Xingxuan of the Immortal Sword Sect doesn't have a sword, and there are also those who wield a whisk spirit bead in the Immortal Curse Sect.

Hearing that Venerable Chonghua arrived, everyone stood up to greet him. Luo Yinfan promised a few words, and Zhuo Yao let him in, then passed through the back door, and climbed the stone steps to the front of the fourth hall.

Several disciples stood guard outside, and they all bowed when they saw Zhuo Yao and Luo Yinfan.

There were only two people in the fourth hall. An immortal in his thirties was sitting on a chair. He was anxious and didn't want to drink tea. A disciple stood silently behind him.

Seeing that neither of them had a sword, Chongzi guessed that it was from the Immortal Curse Sect, but before he could take a closer look, the Immortal Chief had already shown his face, and got up to meet him, “After a long wait, Your Highness has finally arrived.”

Luo Yinfan also instructed Chongzi, "I have come to pay my respects to Palace Lord Changsheng."

Chongzi would step forward obediently, and Palace Master Ming had already taken the initiative to come to support him and praise him.

Luo Yinfan knew his purpose and asked Zhuo Yao, "Is Fairy Gong safe?"

Zhuo Yao asked the two to sit down first, "Fairy Gong has temporarily stayed at the bottom of Dragon Abyss, and this time, Wan Jie will definitely come to save her. Dragon Abyss is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and it was only used to trap her."

Palace Master Ming looked helpless and sighed, “That incident at that time had nothing to do with my nephew and he didn't know where the Land of Wan Jie was. Jie. For many years, he hid in Tibet and lived a very difficult life."

Zhuo Yao said, "The day before yesterday, I heard that they imprisoned Fairy Gong and rushed there. I finally persuaded them to leave Fairy Gong in Qinghua for a while, but this matter is very important, so I specially invited His Royal Highness to discuss how to deal with it."

Luo Yinfan said, "Fortunately, Palace Master has a heart to save people, otherwise Xianmen will increase the casualties."

Although the Demon Palace has been scattered, Wan Jie is still the most powerful in the current demon world. Even Demon Lord Jiuyou would have envied him for three points. Even though these people wanted revenge, but if they acted so recklessly and tried to fight it together, they would give their lives for nothing. 

Palace Head Ming hurriedly said, “This time, my nephew is willing to help us to get him out of his hiding place. If we trap him, we can take back the Sword Demon and comfort the three thousand dead souls.”

Luo Yinfan frowned, "Was that incident caused by Wan Jie? This remains to be verified."

Zhuo Yao nodded, “Theoretically, Wan Jie is infatuated with Demon Palace and Wan Jie Demon Palace is also scattered because of this. We don't need to use elves to blackmail him, but it is a fact that the Demon Sword was stolen back then, and three thousand immortal disciples died tragically. If it weren't for the power of the Demon King's Sword, it would be impossible for Wan Jie to become the Demon King. It's no wonder they were suspicious. Moreover, Fairy Gong was the daughter of the old lord of Changsheng Palace, and the palace lord of Changsheng also died in that accident. So we have to help , framed Wan Jie and asked an obvious question."

That Demon King Ni Lun's sword was extremely important. Helpless, Luo Yinfan said nothing more, asking, “What happened in Dragon Abyss?”

This time the ambush was planned in secret. Of course, it would be inconvenient if too many people knew about it. Palace Master Ming coughed twice, causing the disciples beside him to back off. Zhuo Yao judged that Chongzi was tired of listening to him, so he hurriedly called a disciple to take him out and play.

The twelve peaks of Nanhua are famous all over the world. Qinghua Palace was slightly smaller than Nanhua but the landscaped corridor arrangement was much prettier than Nanhua. Meanwhile, purple clouds were floating, because of the palace lord's immortal longevity, recently intoxicating immortal music could be heard everywhere.

Knowing that he was a disciple of Venerable Chonghua, how could that disciple dare to ignore him and lead Chongzi around wholeheartedly.

Chongzi watched the beautiful scenery for a while, picked up two crystal clear stones, always thinking of Luo Yinfan in his heart. He had gone too far, would his teacher not find him? However, even though he was young, he knew that Zhuo Yao was purposely setting himself aside to discuss important matters with his teacher and the others, and he might disturb them by rushing back. So he squatted down and said, "I'm tired of walking. Qinghua Palace is huge."

The disciple smiled and said, “Although our Qinghua Palace is smaller than Nanhua but if we proceed slowly like this it will take several days to complete. Why don't we ride the sword?”

Who would have thought that Venerable Chonghua's disciple would not be able to wield his sword, Chongzi was afraid that he would see it, so he hurriedly said, "No, no. We will be staying for a few days so I will go out every day and have a look."

The disciple answered yes with a smile, and then suggested, “Your Majesty often comes to our Qinghua Palace, and has always stayed at Hailou. This time, Palace Master specially ordered to stay at Hailou to receive Your Highness, because younger sister is tired. I'll take you there to rest first, and wait for His Highness to return, isn't that great?"

This statement was in the heart, and Chongzi agreed happily.

Hailou is built on a small, short peak near the sea. The place is secluded and the small building is very beautiful. There are only five or six rooms in total. The viewing platform in front of the building is huge. If we stand near the fence, you will see the sea. The sound of the sea breeze and waves is faintly audible.

After Chongzi arrived in the room, the disciple returned to his busy life.

Little Chongzi played in the room for a while. He looked at everything and felt bored. He just ran out of the room and lay on the railing alone to watch the sea view. He couldn't help but start to think

It must be very dangerous to hear that they were about to face off against the strongest demon in the demon world. Chongzi was worried about his teacher.

His teacher was the one with the highest mana in the Six Realms today. Demon Lord Wan Jie had been defeated by him. Of course this time it would be fine, but what if there was an accident? He didn't want his master to leave like the immortal elder brother helping him. What is Zizhufeng without his master then it is no longer Chongzi's home. He's scared. Master can protect him, but he can't do anything and can't protect his teacher.

Amidst the anxiety, a gust of wind suddenly blew past him.

Feeling that something was flying by itself, Chongzi was surprised, "Who?"

About two feet ahead, an ancient golden sword with a golden color suddenly stopped in midair. There was a figure on a sword, his back to him. Looks like he just made a sound.

His sword turned and carried the man around.

Only then did Chongzi see clearly that it was a handsomely dressed young man, only about fourteen or fifteen years old, but his build was almost as tall as an adult's.

Fast and steady and move freely. It was obvious that he had a superior command of sword techniques, which showed that he was highly skilled. However, Chongzi was a guest, and he was also a disciple of the Sword Immortal Sect.

Chongzi had never studied immortal arts, so how could he understand the young man's aim. He only thought that the young man looked good, but he followed Luo Yinfan every day, no matter how beautiful the person standing in front of him, he would not feel as shocked as before.

He stared at the boy for a while, then suddenly laughed.

This young man looks like someone. He was definitely not two years older than her, but he wanted to look like an old man. I wonder how he cultivated at Yuchen Peak. He must be very strong, right?

He was distracted, but the proud peacock over there was not very happy, looking at him up and down a few times, and there was a hint of disdain and disappointment in his eyes, and said, "May I ask if you are the junior sister of Nanhua?"

Seeing his seriousness, Chongzi asked again, "Who are you, if I may ask?"

The little peacock reluctantly bowed his hand, "My name is Zhuo Hao, on behalf of your Highness, would like to ask little sister for some advice." 

Ask for advice? Chongzi finally understood that he wanted to fight with himself, and shook his head repeatedly, "I won't fight you."

Zhuo Hao was born to be strong. He heard that Venerable Chonghua's disciple was coming, and he ran over to compete enthusiastically. He purposely displayed this skillful sword fighting technique just to stun the opponent. Who knew that his opponent was just a beautiful girl. It was a big accident, and he felt disgusted by it. Now seeing him reject the competition, he only thought it was because of his status, which made him even more displeased, and subtly provoked him, "Our Qinghua's swordsmanship is ordinary, but when we talk about it seriously it might not be any worse than the famous faction."

"I know," Chongzi didn't hear him, instead he turned his attention to the sword at the bottom of his feet, "your sword is very beautiful."

What she said was the truth, but there is a saying in people's daily life that "beautiful is useless". The sword is the magic weapon of the fairy gate, which usually represents identity and glory. Zhuo Hao used an ancient sword and if there wasn't enough mana then the sword couldn't be controlled at all. From the many compliments from others, but never said his sword is very beautiful. So that actually means ridicule to his ears

Due to the etiquette and status of the other party's guest, Zhuo Hao had to endure it, "This sword is called An Ling."

Anling? Chongzi blinked, still the teacher's sword is the best.

Zhuo Hao was impatient, "Younger sister hasn't advanced yet?"

Chongzi said, "I don't have a sword, how can I fly?"

Zhuo Hao was stunned for a moment. How could the disciples of the Immortal Sword Sect not have swords? He must have been dodging on purpose. He had originally come to discuss sincerely, and he had also taken into account that he was Luo Yinfan's disciple, so he was being polite. Who knows, the little girl relies on her identity and doesn't take people seriously. Even though Zhuo Hao was still young, he had even thought of teaching him a lesson.

"Since there's no sword, we'll use the riding cloud technique, and I'll also practice with little sister barehanded. How about it?"

"I don't know."

Zhuo Hao couldn't take it anymore as his sword flew in front of him when he heard the words, and sneered, "Have you learned how to deceive people at such a young age?"

He thought Qin Ke was an arrogant person but he didn't expect that this one would be even more rude than Qin Ke.

Chongzi lost his temper and turned around to enter the room, "Who lied to you?"

"Little sister, you dare to look down on our Qinghua Palace?" Zhuo Hao sneered, suddenly grabbed the back of his collar, and lifted him up.

Chongzi was in the air, even angrier, struggling, "I said I can't do magic. If you don't let go, I will tell teacher and Palace Master Zhuo!"

"Disciple of Venerable Chonghua doesn't know how to do magic? So you're not afraid of losing your teacher's face by lying like this!" Zhuo Hao couldn't believe it. "I see you're just pretending!"

Chongzi scolded, "You dare to bully the younger. No shame!

Before he finished speaking, Zhuo Hao released his hand and threw him from the air.

Others thought he had magic, but he really couldn't. No wonder he drowned when he fell into the water! Chongzi gritted his teeth and immediately fell down. With a "thump" sound, the little girl fell into the sea, splashing small splashes of water.

Zhuo Hao stood in the air with his arms crossed, looking like he was watching a good show.

In Xianmen, age has never been a criterion for looking at people. That girl was a disciple of Venerable Chonghua. Even if he despised him, he would never dare to be too careless. He had been keeping watch in secret, prepared to wait for him to rage and fight back.

Unexpectedly, after the little girl fell into the sea, she didn't fly as she wanted, but only struggled and fluttered on the surface of the water, and was immediately swept away by the whirlpool. When he saw that something was wrong, Zhuo Hao was secretly surprised, could he not be lying?

Venerable Chonghua's disciple doesn't know how to perform immortal arts, that's simply ridiculous! Could it be that he was doing this on purpose, wanting to bring her down to get back at her trick?

Zhuo Hao decided to stand up and wait for it to appear automatically. Who would have thought that there had been no movement on the sea surface for a long time, and the situation was getting more and more wrong. After all, he had a guilty conscience, so he couldn't help but get down to check on her, jump into the water and pick her up.

Chongzi was drenched, choked on water and almost fainted.

It's rude to force guests to compete, let alone throw them overboard. Zhuo Hao knew that he was in great trouble this time, and was afraid of being seen, so he hurriedly carried him into the room and threw him on the ground. Thinking of that he lifted Chongzi's body and turned him upside down to spit out water.

Chongzi spit out a large amount of water, and then gradually recovered. His face was pale, and he was silent for a long time, just sitting on the ground panting.

Zhuo Hao also broke out in cold sweat after making the well-behaved girl look like this. He was silent for a few moments. After thinking for a long time, he still couldn't find the right words to start a conversation with, so he just snorted, “Prince Chonghua's disciple, how did this happen?

Seeing that he had the intention to hate his teacher, Chongzi was furious, "I can't beat you because I didn't learn magic. When I learn magic in the future, I will definitely beat you to the ground!"

Zhuo Hao laughed when he heard "haha", he bowed, stretched out his hand to lift his small chin, and raised his eyebrows, "This Immortal is waiting for you to fight.

Chongzi clapped his hands angrily.

Zhuo Hao didn't know whether the situation was good or bad, so he deliberately asked her to talk. Now that he heard the loud noise, he knew that everything was fine. The boulder in his heart finally fell, so he suppressed his laughter and squatted down in front of him, "Your name is Chongzi? What an ugly name but you look quite beautiful. This immortal has ten tricks. If you can beat me, I will become your husband. Then if you can't defeat me, you will become my wife, how about it?"

Chongzi didn't even think about it, "Who is afraid of you!"

Zhuo Hao was two years older and already the governor. It was to cheer her up and he laughed loudly, "My little miss, you will scare me if you are so fierce."

Only then did Chongzi realize that he was fooled, "What did you say?"

Zhuo Hao said casually: "I said that when you are more mature, I will go and ask His Majesty Chonghua's permission to marry you. Then I will become your husband. I will see if you dare to fight."

Chongzi was really stupid this time.

The immortal world allows marriage, although some immortals in Nanhua do not marry, but disciples may marry, and Chongzi also attends the wedding banquet. Due to her young age, in her eyes at that time, getting married was just a matter of changing nicknames. For example, what was originally called miss will be called madam.

My heart suddenly beats faster.

Is it true that a man wants to marry a wife, a woman wants to marry a husband, and then the two live together, so that the teacher will be accompanied by others in the future, and then marry her off? She didn't want to marry the person in front of her!

Chongzi blushed and shouted, "Nonsense, my teacher won't agree!"

Zhuo Hao was fourteen years old, and he had no interest in continuing to make trouble with a twelve year old girl. He laughed secretly for a while, and was about to get up to leave, but he was afraid that Chongzi would go out and demand and tell his father. If so he would definitely be punished. When he made up his mind, he smiled gently and coaxed her, "Little sister, don't be upset, I was just joking with you. You are very kind, of course His Royal Highness is reluctant to bear it."

The phrase "Your Majesty is reluctant to bear" sounded pleasant to his ear, and Chongzi turned his back on him and ignored him.

Zhuo Hao flattered, "Just because I have always admired His Majesty, and I heard that his apprentice was here this time, so I came to you to test you. I wanted to test you. I didn't expect that you really didn't learn immortal arts. I asked you sorry or little sister can beat me twice to get rid of anger?"

Chongzi was not stupid, "You know magic, and I won't hurt you."

It's okay to have a relaxed attitude, Zhuo Hao said, "What about little sister? Can I apologize to you?"

Chongzi lowered his head and pulled his clothes, "My clothes are all wet!"

She was just a little girl, as long as she made him happy it would be fine. Zhuo Hao made up his mind and hurriedly said, "Don't worry, I will do it for you."

He recited a few words lightly, waved his hand, and then a lot of smoke emerged from Chongzi's body one after another. It only lasted like a cup of tea, and when he looked again, his clothes were dry.

Chongzi looked at him, got up from the ground, raised his face in confusion, "My teacher doesn't need to chant."

Losing to Luo Yinfan was justified, Zhuo Hao didn't feel embarrassed, and laughed with him, "Your Highness, is naturally a brilliant old man"

Just that. The clothes are naturally bright and dry. "I didn't mean that, so don't mention the matter now so as not to hurt the harmony between our two factions, how about it?"

The boy changed his attitude. Chongzi had already guessed that he was afraid of being punished if Chongzi spoke and he was in a bad mood when he suddenly caught a glimpse of the inkstone on the table by the window. Look out the window for a view.

Zhuo Hao breathed a sigh of relief, "Thank you little sister, then I..."

"Senior!" Chongzi interrupted him, turned around and beckoned, "Senior brother, come and have a look. Look over there!"

If you want to like someone, you can't look too flashy. What's more, the girl in front of him is a little younger and a bit more beautiful. Zhuo Hao was always very elegant in front of girls. Now he knew that Chongzi wouldn't sue and didn't mind, so he turned around to look at him, "What's wrong?"

Chongzi pointed at the sea in the distance, "There are no walls in Qinghua Palace, what if someone else breaks in? Didn't it say that the Demon King is coming. Aren't you afraid?"

“You…” Zhuo Hao swallowed the “stupid” that escaped his lips, maintaining a good demeanor as he looked at his teacher, “You think everyone can enter Qinghua Palace? There is a barrier one mile outside the palace. Except for the Palace Gate. can't enter anywhere else. Isn't it the same for you in Nanhua?"

Chongzi nodded solemnly, with an air of being taught, "Oh."

At this time, the previous disciple returned from the fourth hall and stood at the door calling out to her, "Little sister, Palace Master is holding a banquet in the garden. His Highness asked me to take you there." 

He finished speaking. He suddenly saw Zhuo Hao next to him, hurriedly said, "Young Master..."

Zhuo Hao coughed twice to interrupt him, "Since Palace Master is holding a banquet, Senior Brother quickly take him there. I'll be going first." He rushed out the door and left.

Seeing his back, the disciple's eyes immediately widened, and his mouth opened even wider, and he could almost fit an egg into it.

Chongzi threw away the things in his hands behind him, and jumped to his side with a smile, "Senior brother, let's go quickly."

***

The banquet was arranged in a large garden, and there was a large lotus pond in the garden, or it should be called a lotus lake. Hundreds of banquet tables were set up by the lake, mainly to entertain the disciples.

There was a large platform in the middle of the lake, where the main banquet was arranged, and it was already full of people. Willow branches drooping down, shadows between them.

The disciple led Chongzi and walked over the bridge.

Another day, it would be Zhuo Yao's birthday. Almost all the guests are here. There were around two or three hundred people at the main banquet. They were all distinguished guests, including guests from the immortal and mortal worlds, and even some princes and prime ministers and prime ministers. But those who arrived late, were all carried to the seats by the disciples.

Chongzi didn't know what material it was made of, this green table was huge and delicate, a bit like jade, and there were countless palm-sized white jade cups and water essence dishes, which were filled with fairy-made dishes, and the dishes were moved in before everyone's eyes. However, like flowing water, when someone who likes to eat lightly touches it, it will move forward by itself, and then the table will quickly be refilled with fresh ones for the person behind.

Luo Yinfan is not difficult to find. Everyone who walks on the platform by the lake at first glance will naturally see it, as if some mysterious force is pulling and guiding their eyes.

He sat safely at the end of the long table, beside three or two willow trees, drooping into the water.

The willows were green, in contrast to the white clothes his teacher was wearing.

The blue waves cast shadows, like sitting on a lotus pedestal.

There was an inexplicable flutter in his heart, and Zhuo Hao's words resounded. Chongzi turned to look around, and for the first time in his life, he was closely observing the couples.

There are dozens of immortal couples on the seats. The couple sat side by side. Each pair's expressions were different, but they always had a strange tacit understanding. Even if they look different, one is beautiful and the other is ugly. There will be a bit of enchanting, beautiful and harmonious feeling.

He rolled his eyes and returned to his most familiar and most handsome figure. 

The seat next to him was empty. In heaven and on earth, who deserves to sit there, and who ends up sitting beside him? If there is such a person, the situation must be very splendid...

Chongzi was dumbfounded, until he was hit by a passing disciple, then he finally regained his senses, slipped through the crowd with a cat on his waist, and jumped out, "Teacher!"

Luo Yinfan was not surprised when the little disciple suddenly appeared in front of him, and pulled him to sit beside him, "Why are you running so fast. You are sweating."

It was obvious it was a random action, but Chongzi started to be in a daze again.

He didn't know if it was because he was running too fast, the little face looked very red, Chongzi slightly avoided his eyes, and whispered, "I waited in Hailou for a long time. I want to see the teacher faster. So I ran fast."

Luo Yinfan nodded and said nothing.

At least, this position belonged to him now, and he was sitting beside it! Chongzi was overjoyed. After all, he didn't have the age and mind enough to struggle with the final possession of this position, so he quickly turned his attention to the table in front of him.

Thousands of fruit dishes passed by, dazzling.

I've never seen this dish! 

Chongzi swallowed hard. Ever since he learned the breathing method, he hardly ever eats anything other than drinking water. Especially, there was nothing to eat in Chonghua Palace, which made him instinctively want food.

He secretly tugged at Luo Yinfan, "Teacher, it turns out to be an immortal so delicious. I used to only dream that I could eat so many delicious things!"

This child has suffered too much.

Luo Yinfan was silent for a moment, then reached out and took a plate and placed it in front of him. It was better for her to treat him better! 

Chongzi looked even sweeter, and looked at it curiously. It was a plate of phoenixes made from sliced ​​emerald green fruit.

Luo Yinfan saw his doubts, "This is Hailingzhi."

Chongzi took a piece and brought it to his lips, "Teacher eat it."

This was unexpected by Luo Yinfan. He secretly raised his eyes and looked around, feeling a little embarrassed. Among the many people, the little girl's teacher and disciple familiar action was too harsh, but when she thought about it, she couldn't help but laugh. When he woke up, Chong'er was just a child with a pure heart. It was rare for him to speak his mind, and he seemed to have too many worries.

After he found out, Luo Yinfan regained his composure and lowered his head to eat.

Chongzi was full of expectations, "Do you like it, teacher?"

Luo Yinfan said implicitly, "Master has been eating this for a long time. You can eat whatever you like. You don't need to ask teacher."

Chongzi gave a disappointed "Oh" and suddenly asked, "Who are they?"

Luo Yinfan followed his gaze, "Master Kunlun and his wife."

Lord Kunlun's face was as black as charcoal, tall and majestic, but he married a radiant wife, Kunshan Yuxian. Just now, Yuxian took a plate of fruit and placed it in front of her husband. Lord Kunlun didn't seem to see it and still sat up straight. Not looking at her or speaking, but a gentle and understanding smile appeared in the serious phoenix eyes.

For a while, Chongzi lost his appetite.

Several palace masters came to greet Luo Yinfan, and Zhuo Yao also came. When they saw him, all the guests got up and raised their glasses in congratulations. Zhuo Yao thanked him repeatedly and humbled himself. After drinking a few glasses of wine, the guests sat down again.

As soon as Zhuo Yao sat down, he coaxed Luo Yinfan into drinking alcohol with a smile.

Luo Yinfan didn't refuse, he drank a cup with him, and said casually, "Why haven't I seen Yun Ji?"

Zhuo Yao sighed, "He stayed in the mortal world for several years and hasn't come back. I thought he even forgot my birthday, but he didn't come back and just sent a letter."

Luo Yinfan showed a hint of admiration, “Fairy Yun cares for the common people, and she uses medicine to save people.

Zhuo Yao said with a smile, "My sister has always been like this. She always talks about not seeing Your Highness for many years. I sent a letter the day before yesterday, specifically mentioning that Your Highness will come this time."

Luo Yinfan said, “I'm very happy to hear that he has used many immortal medicines to save the world. delayed."

"If he knows, he will be happy for a while." Zhuo Yao said, suddenly found something, turned his face and asked the disciple next to him, "What about Hao'er? I asked him to come out first to greet the guests." honorable Now it's too late to welcome guests, ignoring the guests, what is the etiquette like?

"I just saw it." The disciple just said this, suddenly raised his face and said, "Young palace master is here!"

In the distance, a young man with a Hua Fu [1] was walking towards this side. Along the way he politely greeted the guests next to him with courtesy and a smile like the spring breeze. Shows a bit of warmth and suave.

[1] Huá fú (华服) : Traditional Chinese clothing

The others welcomed him very much, but when Chongzi saw the person, he almost choked on the fruit.

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