My Five Bigshot Seniors: I am The Most Coddled Junior!-Chapter 288 - 156: Willing [Second Update]

Jun Yutian stayed at Lingxi Sacred Land for five days. Every day, he would bring up the matter of Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu with Wen Guiyun. Wen Guiyun went from initially refusing to later ignoring him entirely, leaving him speechless. He secretly urged Jun Yutian to leave quickly, but Jun Yutian seemed oblivious to Wen Guiyun’s hints and refused to leave Lingxi Sacred Land, which greatly displeased Wen Guiyun.

However, this issue did linger in Wen Guiyun’s mind. After much thought, he finally called Gu Qingqing over.

"Disciple greets Master." Gu Qingqing arrived at Wen Guiyun’s study and first saluted him, only to be helped up by Wen Guiyun.

"How have you been lately in the Holy Land? Is there anywhere that feels uncomfortable?" Wen Guiyun let Gu Qingqing sit in a chair and asked gently.

Gu Qingqing shook her head, "Everything’s been fine, nothing uncomfortable at all." Although her stay at the Holy Land hadn’t been long, given her status, no one dared to mistreat her.

Especially since Lin Xian’er, who constantly opposed her, was expelled from the sect, and Zhao Yan had been warned by Master Ye, no one dared to upset Gu Qingqing, allowing her to live quite happily.

"The reason I summoned you today was to discuss matters between you and Jun Wu," Wen Guiyun spoke frankly, not beating around the bush.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingqing was taken aback. She looked at Wen Guiyun, feeling a bit embarrassed. After all, she regarded Wen Guiyun as a father figure, so it felt a bit awkward for her father figure to know about her romantic affairs.

"You’re aware that Jun Wu’s father, Saint Master Jun, has been staying in our Holy Land. His purpose is to propose for Jun Wu. I’ve already refused him, but I wanted to hear your thoughts," Wen Guiyun said, noticing Gu Qingqing’s widened eyes. He continued, "The reason I refused is not because Jun Wu is unsuitable but because I think you’re still too young, and discussing marriage seems premature. What do you think?"

Jun Wu hadn’t previously told Gu Qingqing about Jun Yutian’s intentions for visiting. Although Jun Wu had already proposed to her, Gu Qingqing hadn’t decided yet. Hearing that Jun Yutian came specifically for this matter made her feel a bit embarrassed but also somewhat sweet.

The fact that Jun Yutian came to Lingxi Sacred Land to seek out Wen Guiyun indicated that Jun Wu had told him about this. This made Gu Qingqing feel Jun Wu’s sincerity towards her, filling her heart with happiness.

"I share the same thoughts as Master and feel it’s a bit early," Gu Qingqing, not the type to shy away from speaking her mind, looked at Wen Guiyun and expressed her thoughts.

"And do you wish to marry Jun Wu?" Wen Guiyun, slightly satisfied, asked next.

Gu Qingqing blushed, growing more embarrassed, "I am willing, Master."

Her voice was quite soft, but with Wen Guiyun’s hearing, he could still catch it. His smile froze for a moment.

He took a deep breath to suppress his emotions from bursting out and alarming Gu Qingqing, maintaining a gentle expression, "I understand. You’re still young, so there’s no rush for marriage. This can be discussed later."

Gu Qingqing’s thoughts aligned closely with Wen Guiyun’s, so she had no objections and nodded along.

"Alright, I’ve understood your thoughts. Rest assured, I’ll consider this matter thoroughly," Wen Guiyun said softly, looking at Gu Qingqing.

The reason he called Gu Qingqing over was to understand whether or not she was willing to marry Jun Wu. If she was unwilling, then he would continue to refuse Jun Yutian. But if she was willing, he would need to carefully consider how to respond to Jun Yutian.

Gu Qingqing nodded and left Wen Guiyun’s courtyard.

...

There were still many matters at Yunlan Sacred Land. Staying six days at Lingxi Sacred Land was already a lengthy period for Jun Yutian. After Wen Guiyun and Gu Qingqing had their conversation, and once Wen Guiyun knew Gu Qingqing’s thoughts, when Jun Yutian brought it up again, he didn’t give a definitive answer and just said that the timing was not right.

Afterwards, Jun Yutian left Lingxi Sacred Land somewhat unwillingly, while Gu Qingqing and the others continued to stay.

A few days later, Mu Chen also broke through to the Half-step Immortal Rank. This time, all five of Gu Qingqing’s senior brothers reached the Half-step Immortal Rank, greatly strengthening Lingxi Sacred Land. However, the news of Mu Chen and the others’ advancement was not disclosed and was only known within Lingxi Sacred Land.

Since arriving in the Sub-immortal Realm, Gu Qingqing had been busy running around. Now that she finally had some free time, she didn’t leave Lingxi Sacred Land but instead continued her studies. Occasionally, Jun Wu would return to Yunlan Sacred Land and then stay at Lingxi Sacred Land to accompany Gu Qingqing.

Time flew by, and soon over half a year had passed. Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu were inseparable and sweet, while Si Lin and the others remained the same as before, going out on missions when required and staying at Lingxi Sacred Land when not, competing with Jun Wu for Gu Qingqing’s affections.

During this time, Yue Zhao returned to the Yue Family. Since his previous advancement to the Half-step Immortal Rank, he had come to terms with many things. He no longer avoided the Yue Family as he used to, but he didn’t intend to let those who had wronged him in the family have an easy time. So when he returned, he made those who bullied him back then pay the price. Seeing them in misery brought him much satisfaction.

Upon returning to Lingxi Sacred Land, his whole demeanor changed significantly, appearing gentler and more refined than before.

During this half-year, the Sub-immortal Realm was far from peaceful, with Demon Cultivators stirring up trouble everywhere.

Back in Cloud Peak City, Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu had been pursued by those from the Demon Path, which greatly angered Wen Guiyun and the others. Wen Guiyun even sent Si Lin and the others to retaliate against the Demon Path. After Yue Zhao was poisoned and returned, they stopped meddling with the Demon Path.

However, what Si Lin and the others did had some impact on the Demon Path, leading to periods of unrest. Subsequently, Demon Cultivators started stirring up trouble on a grand scale in the Sub-immortal Realm.

First, some Righteous Path disciples were killed, then Demon Path experts set arrays or murdered innocents in various towns. Petty conflicts were rampant. Naturally, the Righteous Path retaliated, but compared to the Demon Path’s actions, they seemed weaker.

The Demon Cultivators’ actions grew increasingly rampant, clearly disregarding the Righteous Path, almost as if they were untouchable.

Wen Guiyun and other leaders of the Righteous Path naturally noticed this and were constantly trying to restrict and suppress the people of the Demon Path, although the results weren’t particularly effective.

One day, while Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu were playing chess, a disciple suddenly came to inform them that Wen Guiyun was seeking their presence. Though puzzled, they still went to Wen Guiyun’s courtyard.