Chapter 473

Chapter 473: Scheming

Wang Yu Wei’s temporary stay was good news to Zhou Luo.

For one, she was a disciple of the Biquan True Sect and held a high position. Even if Long Yu wished to forcibly enter Zhou Fu, he would have to think twice.

On the other hand, Zhou Luo still hoped to try the Technique of the Phoenix and the Luan with her.

Just as with Ye Qian in the past, affection develops over time.

Perhaps with prolonged companionship, Wang Yu Wei would become the next Ye Qian.

Had Zhou Luo known she practiced the Supreme Emotionless Technique, he would never have entertained such a thought.

Currently, despite the presence of Long Yunshuang and her brother, those ticking time bombs, he didn’t need to worry about exposure unless they deliberately investigated.

"Many thanks then." Wang Yu Wei’s beautiful eyes revealed a hint of warmth.

"How do you plan to carry out your worldly travels?" Zhou Luo followed up, wanting to gauge her intended stay.

By the logic of those novels and films in his past life, worldly training meant touring everywhere. Only by witnessing all facets of human life and the myriad phenomena could one undergo true transformation.

"For now, I think I’ll temper my state of mind in Qinyuan City first." Wang Yu Wei voiced no grand ambitions.

She had descended the mountain specifically to face her emotional tribulation. If she could find the object to overcome it in Qinyuan Immortal City, there was no need to wander far.

Zhou Luo nodded thoughtfully upon hearing this.

Earlier, during their discussion about the mind, she had mentioned that the more profound the cultivation technique, the deeper and more demanding the mental state required, making it exponentially harder to practice.

Zhou Luo, however, had all his techniques bestowed by the system, mastered effortlessly.

Hence, he had never paid attention to such aspects before.

"Junior Sister, why are you here?"

Just then, Ye Qian entered the hall with Zhou Changtian. Spotting Wang Yu Wei, surprise flashed across her face.

Though she had left the Biquan True Sect, it was under special circumstances. Being the stronger cultivator, addressing the other as Junior Sister was perfectly appropriate.

Wang Yu Wei showed little reaction upon seeing her. She rose calmly and bowed. "Senior Sister Ye Qian, it has been a long time."

In the past, it was she who had orchestrated Ye Qian’s transfer to Zhou Luo.

Now face to face, perhaps influenced by the Supreme Emotionless Technique, she felt not a shred of guilt. Instead, she maintained a serene composure, displaying an ease of familiarity.

Ye Qian smiled faintly, then cast a puzzled glance at Zhou Luo.

Her eyes seemed to ask, ‘It seems you’ve gotten your hands on Junior Sister Yu Wei too?’

Zhou Luo knew she misunderstood. He explained with a laugh, "Yu Wei is here for worldly refinement of her mind. She just happened to pass through Qinyuan Immortal City."

Understanding dawned on Ye Qian. She turned to Wang Yu Wei with a smile. "It appears Junior Sister Yu Wei is on the verge of a breakthrough."

Wang Yu Wei shook her head slightly. "Senior Sister, it’s nowhere near that point."

Her gaze then fell upon the twelve-year-old Zhou Changtian beside them. Her beautiful eyes registered surprise. "This must be your son, Senior Sister? Unexpectedly, he bears a First Grade spiritual root."

She clearly recalled that Senior Sister possessed only Third Grade spiritual roots, while Zhou Luo had merely Ninth Grade.

How could a couple like that produce offspring with a First Grade spiritual root?

At the thought of this, she suddenly remembered the dual cultivation technique that Zhou Luo had mentioned.

Could it be that the dual cultivation technique of the ancient Hehuan true path was so powerful?

No wonder so many of his children became Immortal Sect disciples.

"Chang Le, this is Aunt Yu Wei." Ye Qian introduced her son.

Twelve-year-old Zhou Chang Le was only a head shorter than Zhou Luo and had similar eyes and brows to him.

He bowed respectfully to Wang Yu Wei with clasped hands: "Hello, Aunt Yu Wei."

"Good, little guy, you have good talent, but it’s a pity that the sect doesn’t recruit male disciples." Wang Yu Wei said with a look of regret.

"If I ever have a gifted daughter in the future, can she also be sent to the Biquan True Sect?"

Right at that moment, Zhou Luo opportunely asked.

If he could send his daughter to the Biquan True Sect, that would be better than the Qinyuan Sect and also more convenient for him to expand his influence in the future.

Although he currently couldn’t influence the Qinyuan Sect, the Heavenly Alliance’s momentum had solidified, and his children had already deeply rooted themselves.

Influencing the Qinyuan Sect next was just a matter of time; after all, he had a long lifespan and could afford to wait.

So he definitely needed to take a longer-term view.

If he could start laying the groundwork now, it was truly possible to influence the Biquan True Sect in the future.

"Are you saying to become my disciple?" Wang Yu Wei turned and asked.

"It’s not impossible." Zhou Luo maintained his smile.

"Good, but you’ll have to wait until I break through to the Golden Core stage." Wang Yu Wei, however, didn’t refuse.

She had earned the favor of her master and the sect, and at the Foundation Establishment stage, she already had her own mountain estate, but she was worrying about how to expand it.

If she could take Zhou Luo’s daughter as her disciple, it would better elevate her status within the sect.

This would be a win-win situation.

"Alright, it’s getting late, Junior Sister Yu Wei, let’s eat together." Ye Qian smiled at the two and beckoned Wang Yu Wei toward the dining hall.

After becoming a mother, Ye Qian had lost some of her initial apathy, replaced by a gentle and kindly demeanor.

That evening, they had dinner together, then Wang Yu Wei was arranged in a guest room for honored guests next to the main building at Zhou Fu.

The bright moon hung in the sky, and the night was deep and quiet.

Zhou Luo returned to Ye Qian’s room.

As soon as he entered, Ye Qian lowered her voice and asked, "What exactly is the situation with Junior Sister Yu Wei?"

Through the previous conversation, she realized that the other party wasn’t just staying temporarily; she must have some purpose.

Ye Qian was clear about the matter of tempering one’s heart in the mortal world and knew that what the other said was true.

But when it came to her saying she had nowhere to go and wanted to borrow a stay for a while, it made Ye Qian somewhat suspicious.

After all, with her status and strength, when embarking on an outside journey, why couldn’t she stay anywhere except specifically at Zhou Fu?

If it were only for a simple meeting and chat, she could understand that.

But according to Wang Yu Wei’s words, she wasn’t staying only for one night.

Especially now that Long Yunshuang and her brother were in the secret chamber at Zhou Fu, Ye Qian had to be cautious.

Naturally, Zhou Luo understood his wife’s worries; he sat beside her and said softly, "She probably didn’t come for Long Yunshuang and them, since this matter has nothing to do with her."

"However, she really has some questions, but according to my understanding of her, there shouldn’t be any hostility."

This wasn’t trust in the other party.

Mainly, Zhou Luo felt that he didn’t have anything that she was scheming after.

After all, she was a disciple of the Biquan True Sect.

If there truly was something, it might only be the dual cultivation technique mentioned today.

If it really were the dual cultivation technique, he would be eager for her to scheme after it.

That way, he could seize the chance to test how good the Technique of the Phoenix and the Luan really was.

Because just reading the records and descriptions about it was enough to excite him deeply inside.

"Um, Junior Sister Yu Wei isn’t that kind of person either." Ye Qian nodded slightly.

At that time, Zhou Luo spoke up:

"By the way, today I discussed aspects of mental state with her, and coincidentally, I also have some things to ask you…"