The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife
Chapter 699: Fear That Erlang Will Be Empty-handed After a Few More Worries

Chapter 699: Fear That Erlang Will Be Empty-handed After a Few More Worries

Shanhai reported a grievance, and his martial uncle originally intended to avenge him, but unexpectedly, the situation took a sudden turn.

Cinian’s cultivation was real and solid, unlike the useless elders on Penglai Island. With his presence, the dog-like scoundrels from the Upper Realm should not dare to act recklessly.

Since Cinian had pledged to protect the Human World, that included places like Mu Nation and the Chu family, both of which were within the Human World’s sphere. This was a huge favor to her!

The earlier rudeness was now forgotten by Nanli.

When Cinian saw her bow, he didn’t stop her, only slightly nodding with red eyes. "It is the least I can do."

His gaze was somewhat strange.

Nanli secretly wondered, could they have some karmic bond from their past lives? But it would be better if neither of them mentioned it, lest things become awkward and spiral out of control.

"I never expected it! Little Sixth actually managed to shake hands with Zen Master and bring joy to everyone!" Emperor Muwu laughed heartily. "In that case, I shall appoint Zen Master Cinian as the Great Zen Master of Mu Nation! The twelve disciples of Zen Master shall be the protector monks! I will immediately issue an order to build a temple for you!"

Such a rare talent, he had to make sure to keep him.

Protecting Mu Nation, protecting the Human World!

Cinian was about to refuse, but Chu Huan spoke up and advised, "Your Majesty, the national treasury is running low on silver."

If you want to build a temple, it will have to come from your private treasury.

Emperor Muwu’s smile stiffened, and he glanced at Chu Shuo.

He gave a slight signal, and Chu Shuo understood. "Your Majesty, the construction of the temple is a great act of merit..."

Chu Shuo helplessly gestured towards Emperor Muwu. "Yes, I understand. My wife and I just bought a large mountain plot about five li outside the capital, and we were planning to build a temple there. Isn’t this a great coincidence? Your Majesty, why don’t you leave the temple construction to us?"

"Good, good, good!" Emperor Muwu nodded in satisfaction. "Yanyan, your husband is truly a good man. Once the temple is completed, I will grant him a title."

He then turned to Grand Lady and Madam Shen. "You have taught your children well. Without their help, I would truly be at my wit’s end."

Madam Shen naturally expressed her gratitude. "Your Majesty is too kind."

Grand Lady rolled her eyes lightly and muttered, "If Erlang is burdened with too many concerns, his pockets will surely be empty."

Chu Shuo hurriedly said, "Grandmother, it’s no problem. As long as they are here, Mu Nation will be safe, and the world will be at peace. Moreover, Sixth Sister will rest easier."

Grand Lady gazed lovingly at her grandson and nodded. "Your heart is noble. That is very good."

But then she reminded him, "Remember, this is to build a temple, not your personal manor. Don’t make it all shiny and encrusted with gems."

Chu Shuo smiled awkwardly. "Understood, Grandmother."

It was all his own project, so he naturally wanted to add some of his personal style to it. But it would be embarrassing if others thought he was broke.

Cinian still spoke up. "This... this doesn’t seem right. We aren’t ordinary monks, after all."

"Haha, then what kind of monks are you?" Chu Shuo teased. "Could it be monks who eat meat and drink wine?"

Cinian smiled. "Exactly."

"..."

The air fell silent again.

Nanli, having seen some of the intelligence, understood the situation and explained, "I heard their first-generation patriarch used to drink wine and eat meat. Through this, he comprehended a technique called the Demon Suppressing Seal. After that, they no longer adhered to the usual monastic rules. Apart from that, they follow the same precepts as other monks—avoiding attachment, greed, and severing worldly desires."

"Is that so..." Chu Shuo murmured.

But every sect had its own rules, so there was no need to find it strange.

Nanli added, "Zen Master Cinian, now that you’ve left the Divine Buddha Sect, you must have a place to stay here. Don’t delay any further."

Cinian, always respectful of her words, agreed immediately. "Alright, I will follow Nanli’s advice."

Since Prince Yu Mansion was empty, Nanli planned to let them stay there for a while.

Cinian said, "This matter is not urgent. The people from Penglai Island and the Qi Refining warriors who were hired to cause trouble here still need to be dealt with. I will pay a visit to Penglai Island and demand an explanation from Yan Buxiu."

Nanli hurriedly stopped him. "Zen Master, you mustn’t. He is a treacherous man, and if you go, you may very well be silenced."

Cinian, however, showed no fear. "I have cultivated for many years and accumulated immeasurable merits. He is not someone who can easily defeat me."

After leaving the main hall, Cinian withdrew the Sarira of Judgement. To be on the safe side, he left two disciples behind, while the rest took the bodies of the Qi Refining warriors and returned to the Upper Realm.

The group used their magical tools and vanished without a trace.

Since only two monks were left behind, Nanli had them temporarily stay in the outer courtyard of Duke’s Residence.

But they weren’t idle. Instead, they planned to go out and familiarize themselves with the situation in the Human World.

In less than an hour, they went from enemies to allies.

Uncle De and Elder Chen stood still, stunned, and didn’t respond for a long time.

Finally, Nanli asked, "What about the other two? Shouldn’t they also stay at Duke’s Residence?"

The house was big enough.

"You arrange it," Elder Chen said uneasily.

Uncle De nodded. "We haven’t been of much help, so it’s really troubling for us to stay here."

In blunt terms, they had only been standing by, watching the show.

Nanli smiled brightly and cheerfully asked, "Since you’re here to help, I’d like to learn alchemy. Are either of you skilled at it?"

She had already received some guidance from the Penglai Island elder and had seen Siheng refine some pills, but each type of elixir had different techniques. She still had to humbly learn more.

Uncle De frowned. "Alchemy... I’m not very good at it."

Elder Chen straightened his back, stroked his beard, and said, "Coincidentally, I am a Pill Cultivator. Occasionally, I can refine some mid-tier pills."

"Then please guide me, Elder Chen," Nanli said.

Elder Chen had been about to act cool, but when he remembered that Nanli had killed Liang Jie, nearly causing the Sarira of Judgement to shatter, and that even Cinian had become her ally, he no longer dared to show off. He quickly said, "If I can be of help, then it is no problem."

Nanli had other matters to attend to, and the Chu family had already become accustomed to her leaving quickly.

Emperor Muwu, still concerned, said, "A’Li, why don’t you rest for a while? You’re no longer alone now."

She had to take care of the three little ones in her belly.

He still had to think of a name for the eldest.

Nanli smiled. "Your Majesty, rest assured. I am in good health. They are all fine, but they do eat quite a lot."

Emperor Muwu made a mental note of this.

Once Nanli took the two men to the pharmacy, he immediately instructed the head eunuch, "Pick a few palace chefs and send them to Duke’s Residence. Make sure to cook plenty of delicious food, don’t let them go hungry."

The head eunuch had not yet responded.

Emperor Muwu waved his hand. "Forget it, forget it. I will personally taste the dishes and select the best ones."

He then left with the Imperial Guard back to the palace.

At the pharmacy, Elder Chen saw her take out a dark, lacquered divine lotus tripod and immediately said, "This pill-refining cauldron is too dull, there’s no spiritual energy flowing through it. It will be difficult to refine any good pills."