My Five Bigshot Seniors: I am The Most Coddled Junior!-Chapter 312 - 180: Fixed Engagement

After setting the date for their engagement, they started discussing the venue. According to Jun Yutian and the others’ wishes, it should be held in the Yunlan Sacred Land. But Wen Guiyun certainly disagreed. They finally decided on Shuangyin City, which lies between Yunlan Sacred Land and Lingxi Sacred Land. This city enjoys a spring-like climate year-round, boasts beautiful scenery, and is uniquely positioned, making it an ideal place for an engagement banquet.

Of course, Jun Yutian wants a grand ceremony to let everyone in the Sub-immortal Realm know Jun Wu and Gu Qingqing are getting engaged, but Wen Guiyun disagrees, so in the end, only people from both sides are invited to attend.

They then discussed some details, but Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu didn’t need to stay for this part; it was enough for Wen Guiyun and Jun Yutian to handle it, so Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu were dismissed.

After stepping out the door, Gu Qingqing glanced back, feeling a bit conflicted.

"Is it really okay for us to do this?" It felt strange for the two main characters to leave while letting others handle the engagement details.

"Father said it’s fine." Jun Wu wasn’t as worried as Gu Qingqing. With Wen Guiyun and the others handling it, things would surely go smoothly; he felt at ease.

Gu Qingqing thought about it and agreed, remembering Wen Guiyun’s capabilities. She didn’t say anything else.

...

While Wen Guiyun and the others were arranging matters for Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu, the cleanup work on the Demon Path side continued. Most disciples from the four Demon Path sects had been dealt with by Wen Guiyun and the others, but a few disciples remained on the Demon Path side. Upon hearing of their defeat, many fled from the Demon Path.

The Righteous Path wasn’t slow to respond, managing to eliminate a large part of the Demon Path members, leaving only a small remnant. Taking this opportunity, the Demon Path withdrew from the Sub-immortal Realm stage. For a long time, the Demon Path members could only live in darkness, lest they be discovered and attacked by a mob.

In about half a month, the issues were resolved, and the Righteous Path distributed the Demon Path resources appropriately. Those who contributed to the battles exchanged their military merits for many things, resulting in a successful operation.

Of course, taking advantage of this opportunity, Si Lin and the others gained renown again in the Sub-immortal Realm. Everyone knew that the five disciples of the Spirit Fox Saint Master had all advanced to Half-step Immortal Rank. Now, Lingxi Sacred Land was undoubtedly the leading force in the Sub-immortal Realm.

After resolving everything, Wen Guiyun took Jun Wu and the others back to Lingxi Sacred Land. On one hand, to send the disciples who followed them back, and on the other, to prepare for Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu’s engagement banquet.

This time, Jun Wu and Gu Qingqing parted ways; Gu Qingqing returned to Lingxi Sacred Land, while Jun Wu went back to Yunlan Sacred Land, waiting to meet again at the engagement.

Upon returning to Lingxi Sacred Land, and after seeing Zhao Tonghai and others, Gu Qingqing told Wen Guiyun that she was preparing for seclusion.

"Master, I feel it. Within three days, I will advance to Half-step Immortal Rank." Gu Qingqing told Wen Guiyun.

Hearing this, Wen Guiyun was not too surprised, as Gu Qingqing had mentioned before that she felt she could advance to Half-step Immortal at any moment.

"Alright, you should focus on your seclusion. I will have your third senior brother set up an array for you." Wen Guiyun advised Gu Qingqing.

Unlike his usual free-range approach with his other disciples, Wen Guiyun indulged Gu Qingqing, attending meticulously to her needs. In matters of advancement, while Si Lin and the others handled things themselves, Wen Guiyun wanted to arrange everything for Gu Qingqing to ensure her safe passage through the Heavenly Tribulation.

"Master, it’s not necessary. I can handle it." Gu Qingqing didn’t want to trouble Nan Hua, confident in her cultivation that she would safely pass through it!

"Behave, don’t refuse your Master’s kindness." Wen Guiyun gently rebuked.

"Alright, I’ll do as Master says." Knowing Wen Guiyun was concerned, Gu Qingqing couldn’t say more and agreed.

Gu Qingqing then returned to her courtyard for seclusion, while Wen Guiyun instructed Nan Hua to set up an array outside her courtyard to help her through the Heavenly Tribulation.

Two days later in the morning, a large mass of black clouds appeared above Gu Qingqing’s courtyard, exuding a strong pressure. Within the clouds, silver lightning could be seen, signaling the onset of Gu Qingqing’s Heavenly Tribulation.

Noticing the change, Wen Guiyun and the others gathered outside Gu Qingqing’s courtyard.

"Nan Hua, how is the array setup?" Wen Guiyun looked at the tribulation clouds and asked Nan Hua.

"Master, rest assured. Withstand the first five Heavenly Thunders should not be a problem." Nan Hua assured after observing the tribulation clouds.

"What about the magic artifacts?" Wen Guiyun turned to Si Lin.

"They’ve all been given to Gu Qingqing." Si Lin recalled and said.

Not only had Wen Guiyun arranged arrays for Gu Qingqing, but he also instructed Si Lin to give her some magic artifacts to throw during the Heavenly Tribulation, prioritizing her safety.

Upon confirming everything was in order, Wen Guiyun squinted slightly, retreating to a distance with Si Lin and the others, waiting for Gu Qingqing to overcome her Heavenly Tribulation.

Under everyone’s watchful eyes, the first Heavenly Thunder quickly descended, striking the transparent shield appearing outside the courtyard. It vanished while leaving the shield intact; immediately followed by the second Heavenly Thunder, and then the third...

As anticipated by Nan Hua, the array helped Gu Qingqing withstand five Heavenly Thunders before collapsing entirely.

Gu Qingqing emerged from her room, lifted into the air, ready for the sixth Heavenly Thunder.

Soon, the sixth Heavenly Thunder descended. Two glowing magic artifacts flew from Gu Qingqing’s embrace, meeting the thunder, turned to ash upon impact, and vanished along with the thunder.

Next came the seventh, then the eighth, and by the ninth, Gu Qingqing didn’t use any magic artifacts to withstand the Heavenly Thunder. This didn’t mean she had used them up, but because Si Lin and the others had advised her to face the ninth Heavenly Thunder herself as a means of body tempering, she proceeded accordingly.

Mixed Immortal Silk appeared at her side, encircling her. When the Heavenly Thunder descended, Gu Qingqing directly faced it. The Heavenly Thunder split into two parts, one part struck the Mixed Immortal Silk, and the other part hit Gu Qingqing’s body, making it instantly numb and losing sensation.

Her body fell to the ground but was caught by the Mixed Immortal Silk, not collapsing.

Nine bolts of Heavenly Thunder had passed, and Gu Qingqing formally became a Half-step Immortal Rank. Spiritual rain drifted down from mid-air, rejuvenating Gu Qingqing’s body and causing the spiritual power within her to surge intensely.

About half an hour later, the spiritual rain stopped. Gu Qingqing opened her eyes, a hint of purple flashing across the bottom of her eyes.

"Geng Geng, congratulations on ascending to Half-step Immortal Rank." Si Lin was the first to land beside Gu Qingqing, handing over the gift he had long prepared.

"Thank you, senior brother." Gu Qingqing directly accepted it, flashing a big smile at Si Lin.

Soon after, Yue Zhao and the others also congratulated Gu Qingqing on her advancement to Half-step Immortal Rank. Everyone gave gifts, and Gu Qingqing, already accustomed to receiving gifts from them, happily accepted each one, while Si Lin and the others were delighted as well.

Wen Guiyun even set up a table, and the few of them as master and disciples had a meal together, even drinking, though none of them got drunk.

Afterwards, Gu Qingqing continued to cultivate and comprehend at Lingxi Sacred Land, leisurely spending her days playing chess and chatting with Si Lin and the others. Of course, she did miss Jun Wu quite a bit, although their communications never ceased. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

And just eight days after Gu Qingqing’s ascension to Half-step Immortal Rank, she received some shocking news.

"Sister Yun, what did you just say?" Gu Qingqing looked incredulously at Yun Ran seated opposite her.

"I said, I plan to marry Tingqiu, the wedding is set for November 26th, and the location is Huazhou City. Geng Geng, you must come." Yun Ran glanced at Zhuo Tingqiu sitting beside her, speaking with some embarrassment.

"No way, Sister Yun," Gu Qingqing’s gaze alternated between the two, "When did you and Little Qiuxiu get together? How come I had no idea?"

Gu Qingqing found it hard to believe. She distinctly remembered the two previously bickered often, never seeing eye to eye, and now suddenly they were together? How much had she missed?

Hearing this, Yun Ran bowed her head shyly, while Zhuo Tingqiu smiled and explained: "It was during our training expedition that we realized we’ve had a mutual fondness for years. Our affection grew during our journey, and after facing life and death in the recent battle against the demonic forces, we felt we shouldn’t delay any longer, so we decided to get married."

Even though Zhuo Tingqiu’s explanation still left Gu Qingqing a bit surprised, seeing the sweet looks between them, she was happy for them.

"That’s wonderful, I’m very happy. Rest assured, I will definitely attend," Gu Qingqing smiled, "So, Sister Yun, are you heading back to Huazhou City now?"

She felt a bit reluctant, although after being with Jun Wu, her time with Yun Ran and the others lessened a bit, but previously they were always together and got quite used to each other’s company. If Yun Ran left suddenly, she would indeed miss her greatly.

"Not right away, we’ll send a message home and let them start preparing. After attending your engagement banquet, we’ll head back," Yun Ran blushed and raised her head, speaking to Gu Qingqing.

It was agreed between Yun Ran and Zhuo Tingqiu, for both of them, Gu Qingqing was a significant presence, and they had grown up accompanying Gu Qingqing. With her engagement approaching, naturally, they wanted to be there even though they knew Jun Wu treated Gu Qingqing very well.

"That’s good, when the time comes, I’ll go back with you." Gu Qingqing said joyfully, holding Yun Ran’s hand.

Yun Ran nodded, feeling equally reluctant to part from Gu Qingqing, thus having no objections.

With that decided, Yun Ran and Zhuo Tingqiu, though not needing to return immediately, still had much to attend to. When Si Lin and the others heard the two planned to marry, they were greatly surprised but also expressed their intent to attend their wedding. Though their acquaintance was thanks to Gu Qingqing, having known each other for many years, marriage is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and naturally, they wanted to show their presence.

Not only did they plan to go, but they also intended to prepare significant gifts for Yun Ran and Zhuo Tingqiu.

Jun Wu, informed through his communication with Gu Qingqing, also spoke of attending and preparing wedding gifts for the couple, despite previously feeling some discontent over them taking up Gu Qingqing’s time.

Of course, he thought, once they’re married, they won’t have as much time to occupy Gu Qingqing, resulting in more time between him and Gu Qingqing, something which made him quite happy inside.

After ascending to Half-step Immortal Rank, Gu Qingqing gained much insight into the Heaven and Earth Dao. Having originally trained in this Dao and because her avatar is related to the Heavenly Dao, she has some understanding of Heaven and Earth Laws. Now, her cultivation advancing, her understanding deepened greatly, and not only did her cultivation not slow down, but it actually sped up somewhat.

After a month of intensive preparations, two days before Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu’s engagement banquet, Wen Guiyun and the others had already arrived in Shuangyin City.

Previously, Gu Qingqing had not been here; upon arriving, seeing the scenery, she understood why Wen Guiyun and the others agreed to hold the engagement here.

The scenery of Shuangyin City is indeed very beautiful, the city is ancient yet not desolate at all, instead exuding charm, and due to its unique climate, akin to spring all year round, it’s ideal for living. Maybe the unique climate and scenery make the locals seem laid-back, overall presenting a very comforting city.

Especially within the city, a river flows, many houses built along the riverbanks, with numerous small bridges and awning boats. Sitting in a boat going through the city gives a leisurely feeling.

In any case, Gu Qingqing liked it very much and consistently displayed great joy.

The items needed for the engagement were already prepared by Wen Guiyun; Gu Qingqing only needed to change into her outfit and exchange tokens with Jun Wu for the ceremony to be complete.

On the day of the engagement, Gu Qingqing woke early to prepare. The outfit was specially crafted by Si Lin, not a vestment robe, but extraordinarily beautiful.

A wide-sleeved red dress, with a long exterior skirt, embroidered with a Phoenix, vivid and lifelike. In the sunlight, it appeared like a genuine Divine Phoenix.

Since it wasn’t a wedding, Gu Qingqing adorned her hair with some step摇. Being naturally beautiful, with makeup today, she looked even more radiant.