3: Conversational Master, Murderer

Gu Shuqin nodded, saying, “Yes, you received such great benefits, firstly because of my Physique, secondly because of the Cultivation Technique’s power, and thirdly…”

As she spoke, she paused, a blush appearing on her face.

“What’s the third, Revered Master’s Wife?”

Hearing her speak only half-finished, Lin Yuan couldn’t help but ask.

“Cough cough… the third is because of my Essence…”

The so-called Essence refers to the first strand of Origin Qi formed after human birth, containing powerful energy.

When different genders Cultivate together, Essence can be given to enhance the other party’s cultivation.

“What?”

Lin Yuan was dumbfounded.

Essence?

Hadn’t Revered Master’s Wife and Revered Master already become Dao Companions many years ago?

How could she still have such a thing?

Gu Shuqin’s face turned red, and she softly explained, “Because the stronger the Profound Yin Physique, the richer the Essence power. So, to achieve a greater improvement, your Revered Master and I have never consummated our marriage.”

“I originally planned to Cultivate with him after I Breakthrough to the Condensing Core Realm, but I didn’t expect an accident to happen, which ended up benefiting you.”

Speaking of this, she couldn’t help but sigh regretfully, “If I were in the Condensing Core Realm, that abundant Essence power would have been enough to help you Breakthrough to the Opening Meridian Realm. Unfortunately, the situation is urgent now, and we don’t have time to wait any longer.”

Lin Yuan finally understood; he had taken what should have belonged to Revered Master!

A sin!

What a sin!

He sighed inwardly, his guilt towards Revered Master increasing.

Seeing what her Disciple was thinking, the Mei Fu comforted him, “It’s alright, Yuan’er. Your Revered Master is such a kind person; if he knew about us in the netherworld, he would surely feel relieved.”

Although Revered Master’s Wife said so, it sounded extremely strange to Lin Yuan’s ears.

Revered Master would feel relieved about something like this?

Surely not?

Forget it, Revered Master is dead anyway, so it doesn’t matter what he thinks. He just needs to take good care of Revered Master’s Wife.

Lin Yuan cast aside his jumbled thoughts and nodded, “Yes, thank you for imparting the Cultivation Technique this time, Revered Master’s Wife. I will Cultivate diligently from now on and help Revered Master take good care of you.”

Seeing her Disciple make such a solemn promise, Gu Shuqin couldn’t help but smile, “You little rascal, your cultivation isn’t even as high as mine, yet you dare to say you’ll take care of me.”

Lin Yuan said seriously, “It’s not as high as yours now, but I will definitely surpass you in the future.”

“The future is still far away. Cultivate slowly; even if your strength is always inferior to mine, Revered Master’s Wife won’t say anything.”

“Revered Master’s Wife, really, don’t you have any confidence in your Disciple?”

“Alright, alright, I have confidence. Then I’ll wait for the day my Yuan’er surpasses me. From then on, Revered Master’s Wife can be completely at ease.”

“Yes, I will definitely take good care of you for Revered Master.”

“You little dummy, stop mentioning your Revered Master, okay?”

“Sorry, Revered Master’s Wife… I’ll mention him less from now on.”

When Qin Ren was mentioned, the atmosphere between the two suddenly became awkward.

After all, he had only passed away a day ago, and they had already progressed to this extent.

If this matter were to get out, they would surely be criticized.

It was a bit too hasty.

But there was no other way; the threat from the Lei Family was imminent, and Gu Shuqin had to Condensing Core immediately to resolve the crisis.

Since things had come to this, there was no need to say more on this topic.

“Cough cough.”

Lin Yuan lightly coughed twice, changing the subject, “Revered Master’s Wife, why did Revered Master suddenly encounter an accident? Do you know the cause of his death?”

Gu Shuqin put away her flustered expression and said seriously, “I think this matter should be related to Song Mian.”

“Elder Song? Wasn’t his relationship with Revered Master quite good? Why would he conspire against Revered Master?”

Song Mian’s honest and benevolent face appeared in Lin Yuan’s mind, bearing no resemblance to the words “murderer.”

Gu Shuqin explained, “You don’t know, but the Cloud Ripple Sect’s five-yearly commendation ceremony is about to take place. According to the Outer Sect Elders’ contribution points, your Revered Master ranked first and would receive the Sect’s reward. However, he died at this time. So, who benefits the most?”

Lin Yuan said directly, “It’s the Elder ranked second.”

If the first-ranked person dies, the reward will undoubtedly go to the second-ranked.

From this perspective, the second-ranked person would have a motive to kill the first-ranked.

“Is the person ranked second Elder Song?”

Lin Yuan speculated.

“Yes, it’s that Song Mian. He said he was going to the Yunlan Mountains to carry out a mission and was afraid of encountering danger alone, so he called your Revered Master to go with him. Then, he used despicable means to ambush your Revered Master along the way.”

Gu Shuqin affirmed.

Lin Yuan said with pain, “How could Revered Master be so careless?”

Gu Shuqin sighed helplessly, “You know Qin Ren’s temper. He is named after ‘Ren’ (benevolence), and his nature is kind and righteous. He is famously fond of helping others. Song Mian has known him for many years, and when an old friend asks for help, he naturally has no reason to refuse.”

Lin Yuan also sighed, “Revered Master lived a life of kindness and generosity, yet his end was to be harmed by a villain. Heaven is truly unfair.”

Gu Shuqin said resentfully, “That beast Song Mian! My husband treated him well on weekdays, yet he harmed an old friend for a reward. Such an act of repaying kindness with enmity is simply deserving of death!”

Lin Yuan said indignantly, “To actually lay a murderous hand on a fellow Disciple, this person is truly despicable! How can there be such a beast in the Sect?”

Gu Shuqin gritted her teeth, “This is human nature. For profit, one can resort to any means. There are too many such people in the Cultivation world, which is why people are becoming more and more estranged and heartless.”

Speaking of this, she looked at the man and said solemnly, “So, Yuan’er, Revered Master’s death is your first lesson. You must remember that the Cultivation world is cold and cruel. Absolutely do not trust anyone; they may betray you for profit at any time.”

Lin Yuan pursed his lips, “I understand, Revered Master’s Wife.”

He understood this principle even without her saying it.

Two years of Outer Sect Disciple life had shown him too much.

Some people worked hard to please their supervisors just to get easier tasks.

Some people would even sell their bodies to become an Outer Sect Disciple.

And some people would even kill their roommates for a few Spirit Stones.

Human nature was just that real and dark.

Seeing his serious little expression, Gu Shuqin couldn’t help but chuckle, “Alright, Yuan’er, Revered Master’s Wife is just reminding you. You don’t need to be so cautious. At least you and I can trust each other.”

Lin Yuan chuckled, “Revered Master’s Wife, you’re already mine, of course I trust you.”

The Mei Fu tapped the man’s forehead again, pouting, “You little trickster, how am I yours?”