209: In Rain God Continent

"This..."

Su Yue immediately looked troubled.

Ye Hao said understandingly, "I was just asking casually; you don't have to take it seriously."

Su Yue bit her lip lightly, her voice strained.

"My Revered Master... went missing three months ago. At the time, she went to find a healing Medicinal Pill for me and never returned."

"Missing?" Ye Hao's eyebrows rose slightly.

"How can you be so certain your Revered Master went to the Rain God Continent? Even if she didn't return from seeking medicine, the Cultivation World is extremely dangerous; there should be many possibilities."

He had put it very tactfully.

After all, the law of the jungle ruled the Cultivation World. Although he didn't know her Revered Master's cultivation base or Realm, he assumed it wouldn't be very high.

Even in the Golden Core Realm, one usually had to keep a low profile in this Flame Continent territory.

Su Yue immediately shook her head, her tone unquestionable:

"No, that's not it! Revered Master definitely went to the Rain God Continent!"

"Why are you so certain?"

With a soft "creak," Ye Hao pushed open the door and returned to the room.

Su Yue stopped outside, not daring to follow him in, but her stomach let out two ill-timed "gurgles."

The young girl's face instantly turned bright red, and she lowered her head in embarrassment, her face filled with awkwardness.

He figured her toes were probably digging into her shoes from embarrassment.

To board this ferry, she had even resorted to using mundane silver to impersonate Spirit Stones.

Naturally, she was already penniless!

And to achieve Inedia, one had to reach the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Ye Hao spoke calmly, "Come in."

Only then did Su Yue cautiously step into the room, not forgetting to close the door behind her. Pursing her lips, she explained:

"I previously asked an Old Immortal from the Suoyun Sect to perform a divination, and he said Revered Master's Aura is over on the Rain God Continent."

As if afraid the man before her wouldn't believe her, she emphasized it again:

"Really, she must be on the Rain God Continent!"

Ye Hao nodded; he had only asked casually and didn't intend to get involved.

After a moment's thought, he suddenly said, "Describe your Revered Master's appearance. If I happen to run into her on the Rain God Continent in the future, I can pass on a message for you."

Hearing this, a look of joy instantly blossomed on Su Yue's face.

She hurriedly bowed and said repeatedly, "Thank you, Young Master! Thank you, Young Master!"

"Revered Master looks very heroic; her black martial attire often makes her posture as straight as a pine tree." As Su Yue spoke, her eyes brightened, and her speaking speed unconsciously quickened.

"Her features are sharp but not harsh, with a high bridge to her nose. Although she looks stern, she actually treats me very well."

She reached out to touch the long sword hanging at her waist, her tone full of pride:

"This sword is the Magic Treasure Revered Master gave me."

Looking at the sparkle in the girl's eyes, Ye Hao couldn't help but think of the way his Senior Sister would hold onto their Revered Master's sleeve—that same pride and admiration, exactly the same.

"Alright, I've got it. Anything else to add?"

"Ah... right!"

Su Yue suddenly raised her hand and pointed below the corner of her mouth. "Revered Master has a small black mole here, right about this spot!"

Ye Hao nodded slightly, indicating he had noted it down.

Just then, there was a "knock, knock, knock" as someone suddenly tapped on the door.

Su Yue's body stiffened, and she immediately lowered her hand and stood up straight, her back as rigid as a college student in military training.

Ye Hao called out, "Who is it?"

A gentle response soon came from outside the door:

"In response to the Fellow Daoist, I am Steward Song, who is in charge of this ferry."

The ferry steward?

Ye Hao understood; he likely came because of the previous dispute. He glanced at the nervous girl, stood up, and went to open the door.

Standing outside was a middle-aged man in purple silk robes, with a kind face and a certain smoothness in his features typical of a businessman.

And behind him, the ferry worker who had previously argued with Su Yue stood with his head lowered.

Steward Song turned slightly and patted the worker's shoulder, his tone carrying a hint of reprimand.

"What are you standing there for? Hurry up and apologize to Daoist Friend Ye and this young lady!"

The worker hurriedly stepped forward and bowed to Ye Hao and Su Yue, his face full of sincerity, with none of the Aura he had shown on the deck.

"I was blind just now and offended you both. I hope you, Fellow Daoist and young lady, can be magnanimous and not hold it against me."

Ye Hao waved his hand.

"No need to worry. It was my friend's fault for trying to pass off mundane silver as Spirit Stones."

"I simply felt that taking a life over such a thing was a bit much."

"You are absolutely right, Fellow Daoist. When traveling, one should prioritize harmony and prosperity."

Steward Song waved his hand, and the ferry worker bowed and withdrew.

The steward's face was piled with a warm smile as he said politely:

"Daoist Friend Ye clearly is no ordinary person; I didn't expect you to be a brilliant Disciple of the Dao Seeking Sect.

"Your noble Sect's reputation is far-reaching, and every Disciple is a dragon or phoenix among men. I have long admired you."

Having said that, he took a Silk Pouch from his sleeve and handed it to Ye Hao.

"Had I known you were Fellow Daoists from the Dao Seeking Sect, I shouldn't have charged for the ferry. Here are six hundred Low-Grade Spirit Stones; please accept them, Daoist Friend Ye."

Ye Hao waved his hand, his tone calm:

"Steward Song, you are too kind. Paying to ride the ferry is only natural; I cannot accept these Spirit Stones."

Steward Song urged him a couple more times, but seeing Ye Hao's firm attitude, he stopped insisting and changed his approach.

"Since Daoist Friend Ye insists, I won't force it. Since you are heading to the Rain God Continent, why not stay at the Guiyan Inn after arriving in Yunxi City?"

He paused and added:

"When the time comes, just tell the innkeeper that Steward Song from the ferry introduced you. I guarantee they'll arrange the best rooms for you and save you a lot of trouble."

Ye Hao smiled and nodded.

"Then thank you for your trouble, Steward Song. I've noted it down."

"You're welcome, Fellow Daoist. It's just a small favor. I won't disturb your rest any longer."

Steward Song was about to turn and leave.

"Wait, Steward Song." Ye Hao suddenly called out to him and asked casually, "I wonder if there is any food on the ferry?"

"Yes, yes, yes!" Steward Song quickly responded. "Wait a moment, Fellow Daoist. I'll order someone to prepare it right away and have it delivered shortly."

Ye Hao watched the departing figure.

As expected of a ferry steward, his way of doing things was truly sophisticated and impeccable.

Someone like him, traveling between the two continents, was already well-versed in the ways of the world.

Su Yue, beside him, looked at him and said softly, "Young Master, you're truly amazing. Even the ferry steward is so polite to you."

Ye Hao chuckled and corrected her:

"I'm just riding on the coattails of my Sect. What truly made him act this way is the reputation of the Dao Seeking Sect and my Revered Master's prestige."

Su Yue nodded as if she understood, her face still carrying a trace of admiration.

Not long after, the door was knocked, and two workers walked in carrying a table full of food, a mix of meat and vegetables, with a mouth-watering aroma.

Ye Hao's gaze swept over the table and caught a glimpse of Su Yue, who was pursing her lips and unconsciously glancing at the food while trying to appear calm.

"Eat. I can't finish this whole table of food by myself. Once you're full, you'll have the strength to continue looking for your Revered Master, won't you?"

Su Yue's cheeks flushed slightly, and she hurriedly thanked him again: "Thank you, Young Master!"

"I will surely repay this kindness in the future."