59: Trading my body for his? Fine!

Even though Han Qing was used to seeing all kinds of beauties, at this moment, upon seeing Liu Shishi with his own eyes, his mind couldn't help but sway slightly!

This woman's appearance was indeed the most beautiful he had ever seen in his life!

It wasn't just the outward perfection, but more importantly, that naturally-born seductive charm that radiated from the inside out.

It was far beyond what any Acquired Cultivated charm art could compare to!

Facing such a woman, probably few men could maintain true composure.

However, Han Qing was Han Qing after all.

He hadn't been pretending to be a big shot for so long for nothing!

Despite the itch in his heart, his face remained as calm as a still pond.

With a flash of his body, he stood in the Void Realm before the Seven-Colored Rainbow Bridge, facing Lan Yun and Liu Shishi from a distance.

"Daoist Friend Lan Yun personally coming out to welcome me, This humble one Han is overwhelmed by the favor."

Han Qing nodded slightly to the white-haired old woman.

Since the other party was at the Early Nascent Soul Stage, addressing her as Fellow Daoist was also a matter of proper etiquette.

Old Ancestor Lan Yun was also sizing up Han Qing.

When she saw Han Qing's excessively young appearance, she couldn't hide the surprise in her heart.

So young, yet he actually had an aura comparable to a Nascent Soul?

It seemed this Four Seas Alliance Leader from the remote Tianhuang Domain was indeed extraordinary!

No wonder Liu Shishi, who had always been prideful, took him so seriously and personally requested her to come out of seclusion to welcome him.

"Hehe, Fellow Daoist Han has come from afar as a guest and is also a distinguished guest of my Hundred Flowers Valley. Naturally, I should welcome you personally."

Old Ancestor Lan Yun smiled gently and bowed slightly to return the greeting, "Your presence, Fellow Daoist, far exceeds the rumors. You are truly an unrivaled hero!"

Liu Shishi was equally surprised.

She had absolute confidence in her appearance and the power of her Innate Seductive Physique.

Of all the Cultivators she had met in her life, regardless of gender...

When they first saw her, their eyes would more or less reveal ripples of amazement, obsession, or forced suppression.

But the eyes of the man before her were as calm as deep water, without the slightest ripple!

Was he faking it? It didn't look like it!

For the first time, Liu Shishi felt a trace of genuine curiosity and a desire to probe into a man.

Suppressing the surprise in her heart.

Liu Shishi put on a proper smile and moved with elegant steps, preparing to step forward and pay her respects.

Coming to about three steps in front of Han Qing.

Liu Shishi bowed gracefully.

Her voice was soft and seductive, like a flowing spring, making one's bones feel soft upon hearing it:

"Liu Shishi of Hundred Flowers Valley greets the Four Seas Alliance Leader. Your arrival from thousands of miles away brings light to our Hundred Flowers Valley."

"I previously heard that the Alliance Leader killed the Nascent Soul Stage Demon Cultivator Tu Wanli with heaven-defying methods. I have always looked forward to meeting you. Seeing your true face today, I know the rumors were not false. Your presence, Alliance Leader, is even greater than before."

"Sect Master Liu overpraises me."

Han Qing smiled faintly, his gaze not lingering too long on her peerless face, and turned to Old Ancestor Lan Yun: "I wonder if other Fellow Daoists have arrived before me?"

Old Ancestor Lan Yun chimed in, "Hehe, Fellow Daoist Han's arrival is neither too early nor too late."

"Just yesterday, Layman Tingfeng arrived a step ahead."

"Layman Tingfeng?"

Han Qing's heart stirred; he didn't know him at all.

As if seeing Han Qing's confusion, Old Ancestor Lan Yun took the initiative to explain, "Daoist Friend Ting Feng is a Loose Cultivator, also at the Early Nascent Soul Stage."

"His background is even more remote than your Tianhuang Domain."

"However, Daoist Friend Ting Feng is exceptionally gifted. He managed to Cultivate to the Nascent Soul Realm in such a barren place solely by his own efforts, which is truly admirable."

"He is also quite low-profile. If it weren't for this Dao Gathering, probably few people in the Zhilan Domain would know of his existence."

A Loose Cultivator! Early Nascent Soul Stage!

And from a domain even more remote than the Tianhuang Domain!

The combination of these pieces of information immediately piqued Han Qing's interest!

A Loose Cultivator meant no deep-rooted Sect entanglements.

Coming from a remote, barren domain meant a strong desire for resources and a better Cultivation environment.

If such a figure could be recruited into the Four Seas Immortal Alliance, they would definitely be a great help!

As Cultivators also from the Border Wilderness Domains, they might find it easier to identify with each other, and the success rate of recruitment would be relatively higher!

It seemed that in this Hundred Flowers Gathering, besides the cloud marrow fruit, this Layman Tingfeng was also a target worthy of focus!

Han Qing remained calm on the surface, only nodding slightly: "I see. To attain the Nascent Soul Dao in a barren land, Daoist Friend Ting Feng is indeed extraordinary. If there's a chance, I would like to get to know him."

"Hehe, how is that difficult?"

Old Ancestor Lan Yun laughed, "When the Dao Gathering officially begins, I will personally introduce the two of you."

"Fellow Daoist Han, the wind is strong outside. Why don't you come inside for some tea first, and then we can talk in detail?"

"You are right, Fellow Daoist."

Han Qing nodded in agreement.

Subsequently, under the personal guidance of Lan Yun and Liu Shishi, the fengming cloud boat slowly sailed across the Seven-Colored Rainbow Bridge and entered the mountain gate of the Hundred Flowers Valley.

It finally docked at a Jade Plaza with extremely dense Spiritual Qi, specially prepared for distinguished guests.

Gao Qiuye, Ying Rushi, Feng Qingwu, and others also stepped off the cloud boat.

Feeling the Spiritual Qi inside the Hundred Flowers Valley, which was far more pure and dense than outside.

Along with the fragrance emitted by the exotic flowers and rare herbs everywhere.

They couldn't help but secretly admire the foundation of a top-tier Sect.

Perhaps because Old Ancestor Lan Yun had been in seclusion for many years and her Lifespan was nearing its end, her energy was somewhat lacking.

After exchanging a few pleasantries with Han Qing and agreeing to meet again when the Dao Gathering started, she took her leave first.

The task of hosting Han Qing was left to Liu Shishi.

Liu Shishi walked up to Han Qing and bowed slightly, keeping her posture quite low.

"Senior, the Old Ancestor is feeling unwell."

"I, Shishi, will personally lead the way for you and the other Fellow Daoists."

"Senior's status is noble and your strength is extraordinary. To be able to personally lead the way for Senior is Shishi's honor."

Han Qing glanced at her and said indifferently, "Sect Master Liu is too polite."

Soon, the group arrived at a very quiet valley located deep within the Sect.

Inside the valley was a large, elegantly laid out courtyard that covered a vast area.

The courtyard was surrounded by a powerful Restriction, isolating it from outside prying eyes.

Inside, there were pavilions, small bridges, flowing water, and rare flowers and trees—everything one could want in such a tranquil environment.

The Spiritual Qi was so dense it was almost liquefied.

"Senior, this is the Jingxin Courtyard. It is one of the few residences in the Sect with the most abundant Spiritual Qi and the most peace. Usually, only Grand Elders are eligible to stay here."

"We have specially arranged for Senior to stay here this time. I hope Senior will be satisfied."

Liu Shishi stopped, turned to look at Han Qing, her purple eyes carrying a sincere smile.

She then took out a jade access token emitting a faint purple light and handed it to Han Qing.

"This is the access token for the Jingxin Courtyard. With this token, Senior can freely enter and exit this courtyard and command the maids within to handle all chores."

"If Senior has any other needs or needs to find Shishi, just inject a trace of spiritual power into this token, and Shishi will know immediately."

Han Qing took the token and toyed with it for a bit.

"Sect Master Liu, my main purpose for coming here, besides participating in the Dao Gathering, is for your Sect's cloud marrow fruit."

The smile on Liu Shishi's face remained unchanged, as if she had long expected this: "Senior is indeed a straightforward person."

"To be honest with Senior, that cloud marrow fruit is indeed an item of my Hundred Flowers Valley, accidentally obtained by Old Ancestor Lan Yun during her early travels."

"And what are the conditions for the exchange?" Han Qing pressed.

He didn't believe the Hundred Flowers Valley would bring this item out without any requirements.

Liu Shishi's purple eyes flickered slightly, and then she gave an apologetic smile.

"Senior, this cloud marrow fruit is a top-tier spiritual fruit and is worth a fortune. The Sect is also very cautious about its exchange conditions. Currently... they haven't been fully determined."

"But please rest assured, Alliance Leader, I know the importance of this item to you."

"Before the Dao Gathering officially begins, once the Sect has a decision, I will definitely inform you immediately."

"Perhaps... at that time, I might even need the Alliance Leader to help me with a small favor."

As she spoke the last sentence, her voice dropped even lower, and there was something more in her eyes.

Combined with the charm radiated by her Innate Seductive Physique, it was enough to make any Cultivator with slightly less willpower have stray thoughts.

Han Qing looked at her deeply.

This woman was indeed not simple.

Could it be that she wants me to exchange my body?

Sect Master Liu, you are being greedy.

But it's not impossible; at worst, I'll just suffer a bit!

It's all for the sake of Cultivation.

However, no matter what her intentions were, as long as they weren't too excessive, Han Qing could make a slight compromise for the sake of the cloud marrow fruit.

Bottom lines are things that can be flexibly adjusted.

"Fine, then I will wait for Sect Master Liu's news."

After saying that, he led Xu Feiyan and the others into the gate of the Jingxin Courtyard.

Liu Shishi stood in place, watching Han Qing's tall and indifferent back disappear into the depths of the courtyard, her smile slowly fading.

In her soul-capturing purple eyes, light flickered unsteadily.

After a moment, she sighed softly, turned into a purple stream of light, and disappeared from the spot... deep inside an elegant quiet room in the Jingxin Courtyard.

Han Qing sat casually in the main seat, observing the exquisite decorations in the room.

After settling everything, Xu Feiyan walked to Han Qing's side.

"Master, that Sect Master Liu... is so formidable!"

What she meant by "formidable" was naturally not her Cultivation, but that Charm Power she radiated almost constantly, which was hard to resist.

Even as a woman, watching from the side just now, she felt her mind become somewhat dazed and didn't dare to look into Liu Shishi's eyes for too long.

Han Qing picked up his teacup and smiled faintly: "She possesses the Innate Seductive Physique; her every frown and smile can bewitch one's mind. Naturally, she is formidable."

"However, you don't need to belittle yourself."

He looked up at Xu Feiyan's clear and gentle face, which was clearly lacking confidence at the moment, and reached out to gently pinch her chin.

"Your appearance is not much inferior to hers; you just have different characteristics."

"She is a blooming poppy, enchanting and dangerous; you are an orchid in a deserted valley, elegant and refined."

"In my eyes, each has its own merits."

Being so tenderly affirmed by her master, the bit of unease and inferiority in Xu Feiyan's heart instantly vanished into thin air.

"Master..."

"Alright." Han Qing let go of his hand, "For the next few days, if there's no urgent matter, do not disturb me."

"I need to Cultivate in seclusion for a few days to adjust my state."

There were many experts on this trip to the Zhilan Domain, and the Hundred Flowers Gathering would surely be a place of hidden dragons and crouching tigers.

Although he had the System's special effects as his trump card, his own strength was the most fundamental guarantee.

He needed to adjust his state to the optimum.

After the Hundred Flowers Gathering ended, if he could successfully obtain the cloud marrow fruit and had ample funds, he also wanted to find an Earth-Grade Cultivation Technique suitable for himself in this prosperous Zhilan Domain.

Since it wasn't easy to make a long trip, he naturally had to bring back more things.

(I have some matters to attend to at home. The second chapter might be out in the afternoon. Please bear with me!)