My Five Bigshot Seniors: I am The Most Coddled Junior!-Chapter 371 - 51: Cherished [Second Update]

Gu Qingqing had a lot of faith in Si Lin and Yue Zhao’s promise. Although she felt reluctant, the thought that Si Lin and Yue Zhao would come looking for her soon made her feel a bit better. With this in mind, she left Tianqi City with the others.

On their return journey, because their cultivation levels had improved, their speed was much faster and they took less time, arriving back at Langya Immortal Sect by evening.

Langya Immortal Sect looked just the same as before they left. They descended from their flying swords and headed straight to their respective master’s residences.

Immortal Venerable Hao Lan had already received a letter from Lou Mingyu, knowing that Gu Qingqing and he would return today. He had been waiting, and was at this moment sitting in the study reading. Hearing footsteps outside, he guessed that it might be Gu Qingqing and Lou Mingyu returning. He put down the book and walked over to open the door.

Gu Qingqing was at the door about to knock when she saw it open from inside, and froze for a moment.

"Master?" she looked at Immortal Venerable Hao Lan with confusion.

"You’re back," Immortal Venerable Hao Lan quickly looked Gu Qingqing over, seeing that there were no injuries and that her cultivation had advanced to the True Immortal Realm, a hint of a smile flickered in his eyes. "Come in and let’s talk."

After he finished speaking, he turned around and walked inside first. Gu Qingqing and Lou Mingyu exchanged a glance and followed him into the study, with Gu Qingqing closing the study door behind them.

"It seems this trip was worthwhile, having reached low-level True Immortal Realm," Immortal Venerable Hao Lan, sitting in his chair and assessing Gu Qingqing’s cultivation, nodded with satisfaction. "On the path of cultivation, one must never be arrogant, but strive even harder."

"Yes, thank you for your teachings, Master. Your disciple will remember them by heart!" Gu Qingqing respectfully bowed her hands.

"Alright, tell me, what experiences did you encounter on this training trip?" Immortal Venerable Hao Lan, amused by Gu Qingqing’s solemn appearance, waved a hand and said to her.

Gu Qingqing wasn’t shy and recounted, picking a few interesting highlights from the journey.

"Did you also meet your senior brothers on this trip? It seems you really went to the right place," Immortal Venerable Hao Lan hadn’t expected it to be so fortuitous that her senior brothers from the Sub-immortal Realm happened to be in Tianqi City, and they had just run into each other.

"Yes, we really have Senior Brother to thank for suggesting we go to Tianqi City. Otherwise, we might have missed each other," Gu Qingqing nodded and praised Lou Mingyu, since it was he who suggested going to Tianqi City.

Lou Mingyu glanced at Gu Qingqing, but showed neither joy nor shyness from the compliment, his expression remained indifferent.

Immortal Venerable Hao Lan and Gu Qingqing exchanged a glance, and directly ignored him.

"Master, you seemed eager to call me back; is there something you wanted?" Gu Qingqing curiously asked, remembering the purpose of their return.

"Your senior brother didn’t tell you?" Immortal Venerable Hao Lan was a bit surprised and looked towards Lou Mingyu.

"Senior Brother mentioned you called me back possibly regarding the opening of the Imperial Secret Realm," Gu Qingqing looked at Lou Mingyu and said insightfully.

"Your senior brother is correct. I called you back for the Imperial Secret Realm. Mingyu should have told you about the situation in the Secret Realm earlier. I was a bit worried before, but seeing you’ve now advanced to the True Immortal Realm, I’m relieved," Immortal Venerable Hao Lan’s lips slightly lifted, "After entering the Secret Realm, you will not only encounter spirit beasts but also disciples from other Immortal Sects. Though the four major Immortal Sects appear peaceful, privately there have been constant conflicts. If other sect disciples take the opportunity to attack you, don’t hesitate to fight back!"

Previously, Immortal Venerable Hao Lan had explained the situation of the four major Immortal Sects to Gu Qingqing, and she knew they weren’t entirely united. Hearing this now, she wasn’t surprised.

"I understand, Master. Rest assured, I will protect myself," Gu Qingqing assured Immortal Venerable Hao Lan solemnly with a nod.

"That’s good," Immortal Venerable Hao Lan had a fair understanding of Gu Qingqing’s abilities, "The Secret Realm opens in three days, and this time around a hundred disciples will be entering, so you don’t need to worry too much."

Gu Qingqing nodded. She wasn’t worried to begin with, but didn’t say it aloud.

Immortal Venerable Hao Lan continued to discuss some matters with Gu Qingqing. Eventually, Lou Mingyu, standing nearby, seemed a little impatient, prompting him to let Gu Qingqing and Lou Mingyu leave.

Lou Mingyu knew Gu Qingqing wanted to find Jun Wu, so after exchanging a couple of words, he left. Gu Qingqing returned to the cave dwelling she shared with Jun Wu.

When she returned, Jun Wu had already prepared a meal for her. The two of them ate together at the table while chatting.

"The Master called us back indeed for the Imperial Secret Realm. Did your master talk to you about it?" Gu Qingqing looked at Jun Wu. Being the only disciple of Linghua Peak’s Peak Master below Taiyin True Immortal Realm, Jun Wu was sure to be informed.

Jun Wu nodded, "Master spoke to me about it, also mentioning the Imperial Secret Realm. He even asked for my scimitar, as he plans to help enhance its quality."

"That’s great! You mentioned before that the scimitar’s quality was lacking. Now, with your master’s help, when we enter the Imperial Secret Realm, you won’t have to worry about your weapon affecting your ability," Gu Qingqing was happy for Jun Wu. They had previously considered enhancing the scimitar but couldn’t find the right materials.

"Yes, that’s what I thought too," Jun Wu never hid his thoughts from Gu Qingqing, "Did Immortal Venerable not give you any other instructions?"

"Master said that if other Immortal Sect disciples attack me in the Secret Realm, I shouldn’t hesitate to fight back. Additionally, he gave me two Immortal Artifacts for protection," Gu Qingqing explained, while taking out the items from Immortal Venerable Hao Lan to show Jun Wu, "This bracelet is a Guardian Immortal Artifact. Master said if I encounter danger, activating it can block three attacks below Immortal Emperor level. And this Sword Talisman contains a sealed attack at the Daluo Golden Immortal level, just activate it, and it will unleash the attack."

These two items were very useful. According to Immortal Venerable Hao Lan and others, no spirit beasts in the Imperial Secret Realm would exceed Taiyin True Immortal level, and the same went for people. So, even if Gu Qingqing faced an unbeatable opponent, activating the Sword Talisman would unleash a Daluo Golden Immortal level attack, instantly defeating them!

"It seems Immortal Venerable Hao Lan is very fond of you," Jun Wu smiled, satisfied with Immortal Venerable Hao Lan’s care.

To him, Gu Qingqing was someone to be cherished. In the Sub-immortal Realm, she had Gu Qingqing and Wen Guiyun’s protection, and now Immortal Venerable Hao Lan was also doting on her, which made him very pleased!