295: The willful young lady finally fell

The more Gu Qing thought about it, the more he felt it was possible.

Villains love to collect cannon fodder tools.

Perhaps, Xi Ling, after collecting the souls of the Jun Family's countless clansmen, was still not satisfied.

She still wanted to continue stirring up slaughter in the Xuantian Domain.

Thinking this, Gu Qing asked, without batting an eye, "Senior Sister, when are you returning to the Taiyin Dao Sect?"

"None of your business." Xi Ling's voice was cold and ethereal, her demeanor noble and extraordinary, like an aloof fairy who did not partake in worldly affairs.

"Hehe!"

Gu Qing chuckled. So, she wouldn't listen to good advice, huh?

He reached out and tugged at her seven-colored ribbon.

"What are you doing?!" Xi Ling exclaimed in alarm, snatching back her ribbon and scolding him.

A flicker of panic crossed her expression, and her voice even showed a hint of cracking.

She never expected Gu Qing to be so bold and disrespectful.

How dared Gu Qing pull her sash without any reason?

Did he not know what a fairy's sash held?

This hooligan.

The more Xi Ling thought about it, the angrier she became, and a layer of mist welled up in her beautiful, Colored Glaze-like eyes.

She really wanted to attack Gu Qing and fight him to the death.

However, the last shred of her rationality told her that she was no match for Gu Qing at all.

Although she could also unleash a Great Dao Divine Power, she could only do it once, and her so-called Time Divine Power would absolutely not be able to restrain Gu Qing.

On the other hand, Gu Qing could unleash Great Dao Divine Powers at will, as if he were performing minor spells.

The difference between them was immediately apparent.

The outcome was clear without even fighting.

What was even more critical was that Gu Qing also possessed an Immortal King Artifact infused with magical power.

The Profound God Great Powers and Heavenly God Realm maidservants guarding outside the door were stunned speechless.

Their ruthless and malicious Young Miss was actually being molested by someone?

This was truly a first since the dawn of time.

Even if Gu Qing wasn't afraid of Xi Ling, did he consider them all dead?

Everyone wanted to go in and protect their master, but then they remembered Gu Qing's Creation Green Lotus Cauldron.

They decided against it.

As loyal maidservants to the Young Miss, they should guard the door firmly and not let even a single mosquito fly in.

"Senior Sister, let's be frank. Do you still want to stay in the Xuantian Domain?"

When dealing with a malicious villain like Xi Ling, reasoning with her was useless. At appropriate times, she needed to know who was in charge.

"None of your business." Xi Ling's voice was as cold as ice, her beautiful, Colored Glaze-like eyes filled with fury.

She vowed in her heart that if Gu Qing dared to lay a hand on her again, she would immediately unleash her Great Seal and fight him to the death.

"Indeed, it has nothing to do with me, but..."

Even if Xi Ling destroyed the entire Xuantian Domain, it wouldn't concern him.

If she could do it, then Xi Ling was capable.

He had his own opportunities and good fortune. As long as Xi Ling didn't interfere with him, then they were still good friends.

"But, I want to recruit cultivators from the Xuantian Domain. Does Senior Sister understand?"

So, he wanted to compete with her for people.

Xi Ling suddenly understood, and then became even more annoyed.

The Xuantian Domain had no Immortal Kings, and many strong cultivators, making it her best domain for operations.

Those people outside were simply the best sacrifices.

This matter concerned her path to becoming a Daoist.

If Gu Qing dared to ruin her plans, she would never... "Senior Sister, let's compete fairly. Let's see who they choose to follow."

It was impossible to make Xi Ling give up.

However, as long as Xi Ling didn't use verbal threats, Gu Qing was confident he could recruit the talents he wanted.

"Shameless." Xi Ling cursed.

It seemed like fair competition, but in reality, it wasn't fair at all.

She didn't even need to look to know that those people would absolutely choose to follow Gu Qing without hesitation.

After all, Gu Qing's Immortal Emperor's bearing was not just for show.

In contrast, she, the daughter of an Immortal King, seemed very ordinary.

However, since Gu Qing had already stated his terms, she didn't want to agree, but she had no choice but to agree.

Otherwise, given Gu Qing's audacity, he might do something even more outrageous.

If Gu Qing were to guess her true intentions, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Thinking this, Xi Ling suddenly felt incredibly aggrieved.

To think that she, with her extraordinary talent and an Immortal King father, was given respect even by some Immortal Kings.

Yet, she repeatedly suffered losses at Gu Qing's hands.

"No, I can't just let this go. I must scheme against him." Xi Ling thought to herself.

She plopped down, grabbed the pastries on the table, and ate them by herself, as if she were eating Gu Qing.

Gu Qing smiled knowingly, understanding that the matter was settled.

So he poked her arm: "Senior Sister, don't be angry. There are many strong cultivators in the world. Why bother getting angry with me over some ants? It's not worth it."

Although, what you said makes a lot of sense.

But, can you please stay away from me?

Also, can you please stop poking me?

Xi Ling was annoyed just looking at Gu Qing now. She shifted her noble backside, putting distance between herself and Gu Qing.

The maidservants outside the door looked at each other in dismay, feeling a sense of absurdity at Xi Ling's aggrieved expression.

Because they knew very well who Xi Ling was: cunning and vicious, arrogant, a complete demoness who would stop at nothing to achieve her goals.

At the same time, she intensely disliked men.

Normally, if a man so much as looked at her twice, he might be killed and used as flower fertilizer.

But now, she was actually yielding to Gu Qing, and didn't even flare up when Gu Qing touched her body.

The maidservants felt increasingly unreal the more they thought about it.

"The unrestrained Young Miss has finally fallen for Gu Qing's charm! I must tell the Master and Madam this good news." One maidservant's eyes lit up as she excitedly thought.

"Senior Sister, don't worry, I don't just accept anyone. For the Heavenly God Realm, I only need a maximum of one hundred people."

Sensing Xi Ling's displeasure, Gu Qing offered a word of comfort.

"Oh?" Xi Ling's beautiful, Colored Glaze-like eyes slanted at Gu Qing: "You are engaged in a Daoist lineage struggle with the Star Dao Sect, isn't it better to have more people?"

That arrogant and disdainful little look... Gu Qing really wanted to punch her.

"That's true in principle, but I'm recruiting disciples. If a person's character is corrupt, bringing them into the sect will only lead to endless trouble."

One hundred people, plus those recruited by Jiang Yu and Zhi Meng, would barely be enough to maintain the operations of the Star Dao Sect.

If the Star Moon lineage surrendered, then he basically wouldn't have to worry about manpower.

"That's also true. Disciples cultivated by oneself have a stronger sense of belonging and loyalty." Xi Ling said, in deep agreement.

In reality, she was fuming inside.

Gu Qing only needed a hundred people, why didn't he say so earlier?

Would she have disagreed over a mere hundred people?

No, a hundred Heavenly God Realm cultivators was a small matter, but Gu Qing hadn't said how many Profound Gods he would recruit.

"Hmm!"

Gu Qing hummed, he indeed thought the same way.

Talent was secondary for disciples; loyalty and character were paramount.

He didn't want to recruit a bunch of two-faced traitors who would eventually turn the sect into a chaotic mess.

If he didn't consider character and loyalty, he would never lack people; as soon as word got out, countless cultivators would break their heads to join him.

So, he could only recruit a maximum of one hundred people to maintain the sect's external businesses, and the rest would be slowly cultivated.

In fact, if conditions allowed, Gu Qing wanted to recruit a group of children from innocent backgrounds and nurture them from a young age.

However, these were all future plans, to be discussed after he took control of the Star Dao Sect.

"Greetings, Gu Divine Child, Xi Ling Goddess."

At this moment, a group of Profound God Realm cultivators, leading tens of thousands of Heavenly Gods, grandly entered the main hall, yet it didn't feel crowded at all.

"Everyone, there's no need for such formality. I am not yet a Divine Child."

Gu Qing smiled, his consciousness immersed in the system's message bar, quickly checking the attributes of these people.

The system could detect a person's loyalty and personality.

Gu Qing had rarely used this function, but now it came in handy.

Not a Divine Child... Everyone was stunned. How could Gu Qing, so heaven-defying, not be a Divine Child?

Soon, everyone reacted.

Gu Qing had only ascended to the Immortal Realm a few hundred years ago; it was normal for him not to be a Divine Child yet.

However, Gu Qing becoming a Divine Child was only a matter of time.

Everyone didn't dwell on it too much.

Gu Qing quickly locked onto his targets, and without any superfluous words, he didn't even bother with pleasantries, going straight to the point.

"I want to recruit one hundred subordinates. Is anyone willing?"

Whoosh.

Hearing this, the crowd erupted, followed by expressions of wild joy.

"Lord Gu, I am willing."

Almost half of the Heavenly God Realm cultivators knelt down, looking at Gu Qing with fervent expressions.

These people were mostly from small families or were rogue cultivators.

Although they had Heavenly God Realm cultivation, if no Profound Gods appeared, they would be overlords.

But the problem was that Profound Gods had appeared, using both coercion and inducements, essentially treating them as cannon fodder.

They were very clear about this in their hearts.

Therefore, they had all mentally prepared themselves, possibly to die in this struggle.

But who knew things would go so smoothly, almost just a formality.

Even more unexpectedly, Gu Qing wanted to select one hundred servants from among them.

If chosen, it would be a meteoric rise, a fish leaping over the dragon's gate.

After all, setting aside Gu Qing's Immortal Emperor's bearing.

Just the identity of the Star Dao Sect, with an Immortal King as a backer, was an immense stroke of good fortune for these lower-level cultivators.

The remaining Heavenly God Realm cultivators were also hesitant and conflicted. They were all inheritors from various immortal Daoist lineages.

If Gu Qing was recruiting followers, they would have certainly knelt without hesitation, but if it was for servants...

That meant they would be slaves, unable to speak directly with Gu Qing, which made them somewhat hesitant.

"Young Master Gu, we are willing too."

The proud daughters of heaven who had followed looked at Gu Qing with beautiful, expectant eyes, their faces like peach blossoms.

They were trying their best to suppress their inner excitement, constantly praying in their hearts to be chosen by Gu Qing.

He was too handsome.

At this moment, their minds were filled with Gu Qing's supremely dominant figure, every gesture exuding an invincible aura.

As long as they could be by Gu Qing's side, they could do anything.

It was more promising than being a Saintess.

Anything Gu Qing casually let slip through his fingers would be enough to benefit them immensely.

Moreover, life is long, and they would eventually have a day when they could sleep with Gu Qing.

Gu Qing was so exceptionally handsome and had a heaven-defying physique; sleeping with him would be a great fortune.

"This..." The proud cultivators were stunned, staring blankly at their Senior Sisters and Junior Sisters.

They seemed unable to imagine that their pure, cold-tempered Senior Sisters and Junior Sisters, who were usually aloof to everyone, would actually offer themselves to Gu Qing.

They looked at them, then at Gu Qing.

The proud cultivators fell silent.

They only regretted why they weren't women.

The Profound God Great Powers also became a little restless.

They appeared as steady as old dogs, but in reality, they were also tempted, looking at Gu Qing, hoping he would continue speaking.

If he needed them to protect his Dao, they would certainly agree.

Although Profound Gods were extraordinary, they had reached the end of their path in this life.

To advance further, they would need immense good fortune.

The current Gu Qing might not be able to help them, but a grown Gu Qing certainly could.

After all, the Immortal Emperor's bearing was there for all to see.

Although to achieve the Dao of an Immortal Emperor, mere talent was far from enough.

It also required great luck, great fortune, and great perseverance; these were all indispensable.

But Gu Qing had already comprehended Great Dao Divine Powers and ascended the Starlight Avenue, showing how heaven-defying his comprehension was.

There would definitely be no problem for him to achieve the Dao of an Immortal King.

A future Immortal King was enough for them to follow.

Moreover, the Star Dao Sect was a Daoist lineage inherited from ancient times, with countless opportunities.

"Can I become a follower?"

Nan Zhou stepped out from the crowd, bowing to Gu Qing, his eyes filled with fervent admiration.

Followers and servants were different.

Followers could accompany Gu Qing, conquer the world, and ascend to the peak together.

"Sure enough..."

Seeing Nan Zhou enter the fray, the Profound Gods were stirring, and the Saintesses were preening.

Xi Ling secretly gnashed her teeth.

She regretted it.

She shouldn't have given Jun Lintian to Gu Qing just because of Gu Qing's words, "like a sister, like a mother."

Even if she did give him up, she should have first taught Jun Lintian a lesson, shown off her might, so that the world would know that she, Xi Ling, also possessed the bearing of an Immortal Emperor.

"No, I can't let this hooligan Gu Qing get his way. I must trip him up. How dare he pull my sash? I won't let him off."

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