Cultivating Immortality Begins with Acting as a Girl Chapter 058

“Young Master!”

Wei Peng immediately stepped forward, arriving beside Guo Yangzhai. After checking him up and down, he let out a sigh of relief: “It’s good that you’re alright.”

“Young Master Guo, you’re so cautious, could there be some spirits around here?” Song Ling also walked over, observing the surroundings, and asked Guo Yangzhai.

“Just now, a shadow flashed over there. Maybe I was too nervous and saw it wrong…”

Guo Yangzhai revealed a hint of embarrassment. He was too ashamed to say that he was so scared that he was like a bird startled by a bow, hiding here and not daring to move forward. He just spoke vaguely, and halfway through, he quickly changed the subject:

“Oh, right, Miss Yuling, how did you escape? At that time, I left you alone, you must have been very disappointed…”

As he spoke, Guo Yangzhai’s face was filled with guilt.

Song Ling shook her head: “Under the circumstances at that time, Young Master Guo, your staying behind wouldn’t have made any difference. Leaving was the most rational and correct decision. As for how I left…”

Song Ling repeated her previous explanation. After hearing it, Guo Yangzhai sighed with emotion:

“Fortunately, those two guys weren’t united, otherwise, Miss Yuling, you would have been in danger.”

“Yes, I also think I’m quite lucky.” Song Ling smiled.

After chatting for a few more sentences, the three returned to the site of the Demon Suppression Division ruins and quickly found the library where cultural relics and ancient artifacts were stored.

Because Song Ling had cleared the door lock when he left, Guo Yangzhai and Wei Peng didn’t realize that someone had already entered. Moreover, the cultural relics and ancient artifacts inside hadn’t changed at all after their Profound Origin was absorbed, so it was even less likely to arouse their suspicion.

Looking at the room full of treasures, even Guo Yangzhai couldn’t help but click his tongue.

He casually picked up an exquisite vase and examined it, then exclaimed: “A royal court artifact from the previous dynasty, worth a thousand gold!”

“I didn’t expect there to be so many. We’ve already lost a horse, so I’m afraid we can’t take them all back now.” Wei Peng frowned slightly.

“That is indeed a problem.”

Guo Yangzhai pondered for a while and said:

“How about this, we’ll transport the most valuable part back to Suiyi City first, and then bring people to collect the rest later. As for how to distribute… Miss Yuling, you saved my life twice, you can choose whatever you like from these items. Even if you take them all, I won’t say a word.”

He intended to use this generous act to salvage his image from previously running away.

Even though Song Ling hadn’t criticized him at all.

“There’s no need for that. This operation was proposed by Young Master Guo, and Senior Wei Peng escorted us the entire way. I didn’t exert any effort, so how could I possibly take everything? I just need to choose a few pieces I like.”

Song Ling shook her head, her tone carrying a hint of imperceptible detachment.

Anyway, the Profound Origin had already been extracted. These items, and Guo Yangzhai himself, held no significant meaning to him anymore.

“Miss Yuling…”

Guo Yangzhai’s face showed bitterness. He knew that his previous solo escape, as Song Ling had said, was indeed the most rational choice.

But it was precisely this rationality that made him lose the chance to have her.

However, since Song Ling had already said so, he couldn’t keep pestering her. That would only make her dislike him more. It was better to just go along with her wishes and make long-term plans later.

Thus, after selecting some of the most precious items, the three set off to return.

Since Wei Peng’s horse had died, Guo Yangzhai and Wei Peng had to share a horse on the way back. The speed was naturally not as fast as when they came, but fortunately, no more accidents occurred on the way, and two days later, the three finally returned to Suiyi City.

…

Jiang Family.

“Miss, you’re finally back!”

As soon as Song Ling stepped into the courtyard of Qinghong Pavilion, Dongzi anxiously greeted him, saying, “Young Master Jin has been waiting for you inside for two days.”

“Did you inform my brother?” Song Ling glanced indifferently at Dongzi.

Dongzi quickly explained: “This servant wouldn’t dare. Young Master Jin came to see you two days ago, but you weren’t here. Young Master Jin asked me where you went, so I had to tell him the truth.”

“I understand. You may leave.”

Song Ling didn’t make things difficult for Dongzi. After speaking, he walked straight forward and soon arrived at the main hall on the first floor of Qinghong Pavilion.

He saw Jiang Yujin sitting calmly in the main seat. Upon seeing Song Ling return, his expression remained outwardly calm, but a hint of joy flashed in his eyes. However, he didn’t show it, instead deliberately tensing his face.

“Ling’er, you—”

“Brother, Ling’er knows her mistake.”

Song Ling didn’t wait for Jiang Yujin to speak, but proactively bowed and admitted his mistake. And this time, it wasn’t a bow with clasped hands or a fist salute, but the full courtesy usually used by women.

“Ling’er shouldn’t have left the city without permission, and gone so far with Young Master Guo.”

Song Ling’s bright eyes blinked at Jiang Yujin.

Even though he had gained over five thousand Profound Origin now, his identity in the Jiang family was still very important. After all, there were so many martial arts in the Black Tortoise Tower that he hadn’t learned yet, and his own strength was far from being able to leave the Jiang family, this big tree, and act recklessly. Therefore, he still had to continue playing the role of Jiang Yuling, the direct daughter of the Jiang family.

“…”

Jiang Yujin’s expression was strange. It was his first time seeing Song Ling with such a docile expression.

His sister apologizing and admitting her mistake so readily and sincerely made it difficult for him to utter his words of blame.

After a long while, he waved his hand and said in a deep voice:

“Forget it, forget it. I won’t scold you this time. But Ling’er, you must remember, the world is becoming more and more unsettled now. There are many hidden dangers even within the city, and outside the city has become a paradise for spirits. Before your strength reaches a certain level, it’s best not to go out.”

“Brother, I… I never want to experience the pain of siblings being separated again.”

Song Ling straightened up and came to Jiang Yujin’s side, holding his hand. He looked at him with sincere and earnest eyes, saying, “Brother, don’t worry, Ling’er will definitely protect herself. I won’t make Brother worry like this again in the future.”

“Ling’er…”

Jiang Yujin felt a surge of relief and emotion in his heart. He gently patted Song Ling’s hand and said:

“I’m relieved to hear you say that. Remember, no matter what happens, your brother will always be your backing.”

“Mm!”

…

After seeing Jiang Yujin off, Song Ling returned to his room on the third floor.

He sat cross-legged on the bed, adjusted his body to its optimal state, then summoned the panel in his mind. A smile touched the corner of his lips as he looked at the over five thousand Profound Origin displayed.

“Upgrade Blazing Lotus Sword Art!”

Boom!

The numbers on the panel blurred for a moment. Over two hundred points of Profound Origin disappeared, replaced by a surging, incomparably powerful warm current that emerged from Song Ling’s limbs and bones, continuously washing over his muscles and flesh!

A familiar sensation, as if he had practiced the Blazing Lotus Sword Art countless times, spontaneously arose!

[Your proficiency in the skill Blazing Lotus Sword Art has reached an unprecedented level, comprehending its core true meaning, and mastering the Limit-Breaking Form: ‘Dawn Lotus’!]