The fairies I raised were all enchantresses.

032 Could she have a crush on me?

The aroma of tea wafted through the air. Only after Yun Mo had drunk his tea did Luo Fanchen pick up the fragrant tea in front of him and take a sip.

The lingering fragrance of the tea, transformed into a gentle stream of warmth flowing along the esophagus through the internal organs, felt warm and slightly burning, before transforming into pure spiritual energy stored in the meridians and acupoints.

"Phew—good tea."

Luo Fanchen exhaled a long breath of stale air, smacking his lips in savoring the aftertaste. Every taste bud was filled with a faint, refreshing bitterness that was deeply soothing.

This tea was of a much higher grade than the previous Tender Jade Branch tea. Each breath seemed to exhale a delicate fragrance, easily overpowering the rich aroma of blood and meat in the Treasure Pavilion, which he thoroughly enjoyed.

"This is the first harvest of tender jade branches, yielding only two or three catties each year, usually reserved for the Pavilion Master's consumption."

Yunmo smiled and poured Luo Fanchen another full glass, saying softly, "I'm glad you like it, my lord."

Upon hearing that it was reserved for the Pavilion Master's exclusive use, Luo Fanchen nearly spat out his tea.

This stuff is clearly a top-grade first-level spiritual tea, one cup is worth a Meridian Opening Pill, is it something you can serve to guests? Is Yun Mo trying to extort spirit stones from him?

Luo Fanchen silently put down his teacup and asked awkwardly, "How much spirit dust is in a cup of this tea?"

"This year's harvest is surplus, and these are just from last year. The Pavilion Master does not like aged tea. If you like it, I can arrange to give you some."

Yunmo gracefully performed a curtsy, but instead of sitting down, she stood elegantly in place to serve.

"deliver?"

Luo Fanchen was slightly taken aback, not quite understanding for a moment.

This tea leaf is emerald green all over and has a wonderfully fragrant aroma. It doesn't look like aged tea at all.

Even aged tea, a first-grade superior spiritual item, is a rare and precious commodity. In the Treasure Pavilion, it can only be purchased on the third floor and is subject to limited availability.

Xiao Cui, who was serving by the door, was shocked. She had never seen Fairy Yunmo so humble. As for the first-grade top-quality tender jade branch, she had seen several inner disciples of Qinghe Sect try to buy it, but they were all politely refused.

A top-grade first-level spiritual tea, is that something you can give away?

"This batch of tea buds matured a bit too early and lacks some flavor. Another batch of new tea will be ready this year, and I will send some to you for your appreciation."

Yunmo gently brushed her hair behind her ear, revealing her lustrous, rounded earlobes.

"My lord, you can use your token to summon me at the Treasure Pavilion from now on. I almost neglected you today, so please accept this as an apology."

"Then shall I accept?"

Luo Fanchen clicked his tongue. How could he not take advantage of such a good deal?

It seems that the Heavenly Heart Manual made Jubaoge quite a profit, otherwise why would they be willing to use spiritual sprouts to entertain them?

He wasn't confident enough that his charm would make Yun Mo fawn over him. She was at the sixth level of Qi Refining, while he was at the fourth. If they really fought, he would probably be brutally ravaged by the seemingly weak woman in front of him.

"The Heavenly Heart Technique will take some time to arrive. Currently, the Pavilion Master is personally escorting it, and it should arrive around the middle of next month."

"That's not urgent. What I want to do this time is purchase a Breath Concealing Pill."

Luo Fanchen shook his head slightly. The Concealing Breath Pill was extremely valuable, and the Treasure Pavilion had a significant premium on it, so he only dared to buy one.

"One? May I be so bold as to ask, is Your Excellency planning to leave Feiyunfang soon?"

"Yes, I've taken on a few missions, so I'm here to buy a Concealing Breath Pill for self-defense."

Luo Fanchen nodded, while Yun Mo pursed his lips in deep thought.

She was well-informed and naturally knew that a while ago, someone had taken on twenty bandit suppression missions in the steward's office. Judging from the departure time, it was probably Lord Ling.

The disciples of Xuanzong are indeed righteous and hate evil, and they ask for nothing in return. The evil cultivators and bandits in this area are going to have a good time.

"Is one enough? Things haven't been peaceful outside the Immortal Market lately. The Water Margin Gang is causing trouble. They are roaming cultivators who act ruthlessly and have some connection with the Yi Wood Sect. You must be careful, sir."

As soon as she spoke, Yunmo's pretty face changed slightly, realizing that she had offended him.

Lord Ling is a member of the orthodox Xuanmen sect; how could he not have information channels? He deliberately chose the time when the Water Margin gang was causing trouble to go out and suppress the bandits. Wasn't he just trying to dampen the Water Margin gang's prestige and eliminate evil and bring peace?

The bandit suppression mission is time-consuming and the reward is extremely low. In the end, you might not even earn back the spirit stones needed for a Concealing Breath Pill.

Yes, it must be because the master couldn't stand the Water Margin Gang's slaughter of mortals and rogue cultivators that he sacrificed his cultivation time to draw his sword and help them.

The cultivation of Xuanzong disciples is indeed far beyond what ordinary people like them can achieve.

"The Water Margin Gang..."

Luo Fanchen was slightly taken aback. He vaguely remembered hearing the name somewhere before, but couldn't recall where.

He was about to ask for details when he saw Yunmo smilingly change the subject. He wasn't familiar with the other person, and it was already kind of Yunmo to mention him. It would be impolite to press for details.

Most of the valuable intelligence was worth a fortune, but unfortunately he was short of money and could only memorize it secretly.

"Alright, then give me two, a low-grade first-tier Concealing Breath Pill will do."

Luo Fanchen took a sip of tea and decided not to waste the spirit stone.

Since there was a possibility of encountering a cultivator who had undergone a tribulation, he could no longer harbor any illusions. Although the Concealing Breath Pill could be cut into pieces, its medicinal power would be lost. He would try his best to keep a complete pill for himself and Mo Xue, just in case.

"How many spirit stones?"

Luo Fanchen sighed softly, clutching his empty storage bag, his heart aching as if it were being torn apart.

The remaining four spirit stones are probably not much left.

"I recently refined a few Breath Concealing Pills, but due to my clumsy technique, although they are full of spiritual essence, they are not visually appealing and are difficult to sell."

"Now that you need it, sir, it is just right to give it to you, but there is one request I have."

Yunmo's beautiful eyes were calm. She originally wanted to give it directly to Lord Ling, but she was afraid that he would hesitate to accept it, so she simply made up a reason.

"Our Jubao Pavilion trade route has recently been harassed by bandits, resulting in significant losses. The bandits are cunning and difficult to track down, so we have no choice but to let the matter drop."

"If you could help us eliminate the bandits on the trade route while you are away, we will give you a few Concealing Breath Pills."

Luo Fanchen swallowed silently. A few Concealing Breath Pills? A gift? He must have heard correctly.

His expression stiffened slightly as he pressed, "Were there any cultivators on the other side? What was their cultivation level?"

"I certainly won't make things difficult for you, sir. With your abilities, it's a piece of cake."

Do you know my cultivation level?

"Fourth level of Qi Refining".

"Four layers can be done so easily?"

"Of course, since you haven't paid the final payment yet, I wouldn't lie to you."

Yunmo smiled serenely. Although Lord Ling was only at the fourth level of Qi Refining, his true essence was far superior to others in the same realm, and his Xuanzong methods were exquisite.

Dealing with a Qi Refining Fifth Stage cultivator is about as easy as crushing an ant.

Luo Fanchen breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Indeed, he still owes more than a hundred spirit stones, so he must be some Qi Refining Stage 1 or 2 cultivator who is good at escaping.

Although he wasn't good at fighting, dealing with several early-stage Qi Refining cultivators was still a piece of cake for him.

"These are the Breath-Concealing Pill and the Spirit Tea. Please accept them, sir."

Yunmo summoned Xiaocui, who took out two beautifully packaged brocade boxes and handed them to Luo Fanchen. He was quite flattered and forgot to inspect the goods for a moment.

He got it for free without spending a single spirit dust? This was the first time in his life he'd ever seen a pie fall from the sky.

"Once the Heavenly Heart Manual arrives, may I personally deliver it to you?"

"Then I'll have to trouble Fairy Yunmo."

Luo Fanchen would not refuse. If Jubaoge wanted to, they could easily find out his residence; there was no need to hide it.

"No problem, this is the route my chamber of commerce is taking. If it's not on your way, there's no need to force it."

"I will get it done."

Luo Fanchen casually took it and glanced at it. It overlapped with his original mission route in a few places, but the rest was not quite the same.

Yunmo personally escorted Luo Fanchen out of the building. When they passed the second floor, he belatedly realized that he had been too complacent.

How could I forget about the meat? I almost neglected you, sir.

"Xiao Cui, take my token and go get a bear paw and three catties of lean meat."

Yunmo whispered, and Xiaocui was slightly startled. She tremblingly accepted the token. The bear paw and lean meat were the most essential parts of the Golden Roar Bear. They were originally meant to be left for the Pavilion Master to nourish himself, but now they were going to sell them to Lord Ling.

Many Qinghe Sect disciples cannot even buy a piece of ordinary oil, so what kind of status does this Lord Ling have?

She strode into the kitchen and, as expected, amidst the envious gazes of several stewards, wrapped the fine meat in a jade box and took it away.

When she returned, Yunmo had already escorted Luo Fanchen to the door.

She quickly handed over the jade box, which Yunmo accepted and respectfully presented to Luo Fanchen with both hands, her voice so gentle it seemed to melt water.

"Our sect recently hunted down a Golden Roaring Bear, whose flesh and blood are of great benefit to Qi Refining cultivators."

"Golden Roaring Bear?"

Luo Fanchen swallowed silently, his eyes fixed on the jade box.

No wonder the aroma of meat at Jubao Pavilion was so enticing today; they had actually hunted a top-tier first-order demon beast, a rare occurrence even in Feiyunfang.

This item possesses rich and gentle spiritual energy and abundant blood essence, which can help him stabilize his realm and assist Mo Xue in breaking through to the second level of Qi Refining.

He had originally planned to buy some monster meat to prepare for Mo Xue's breakthrough.

Unfortunately, he was reluctant to buy them, but his pockets were empty. If he hadn't previously acquired top-grade magical techniques, he probably wouldn't even be qualified to buy these downstream items.

"Indeed, please make sure to take it today and tomorrow, sir. After tomorrow, most of its spiritual power will dissipate."

Luo Fanchen was too weak to speak and was wondering how to refuse when he saw Yun Mo place the jade box in his arms, bow politely, and walk into the Treasure Pavilion without looking back.

He tried to give chase, but the area behind him was completely surrounded by cultivators, making it impossible for him to get in.

"You confiscated the spirit stones? You just gave them to me for free?"

Luo Fanchen stood there in a daze, holding the jade box for a long time. Fortunately, the jade box could lock in the spiritual energy and fragrance, otherwise he would have been surrounded by the group of cultivators long ago.

"Could it be that Yunmo... has taken a liking to me?"

Luo Fanchen was stunned and muttered to himself. He really couldn't believe that Jubaoge, known for its shrewd calculations, would let him gain such a great advantage.