I Became a Rare Species in the Immortal Cultivation World

Chapter 90

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Chapter 90: Shui Yan’s Reluctance

"Shui Yan…" You You called her directly, cutting to the chase. "Master Kui wishes to propose marriage. What are your thoughts?"

"Marriage?!" Shui Yan froze before turning shocked eyes toward Kui Bi.

The previously composed Kui Bi flushed crimson instantly, though his gaze remained fixed on Shui Yan with nervous anticipation. "Sh-Shui Yan, I…" he stammered uselessly.

"You want us to become cultivation partners?" Shui Yan broke the awkward silence.

"Y-yes!" Kui Bi blurted, tension radiating from his frame. "I… I care for…"

Instead of happiness, conflict twisted Shui Yan’s features. After several breaths, she turned to You You. "Sect Master summoned me… to arrange this union?"

You You shook her head. "I only want your honest feelings. Master Kui’s been with our Sect awhile, and you’ve both worked in the alchemy room. He claims affection for you. What do you truly think?"

Shui Yan stared at her clenched hands before glancing at the anxious Kui Bi. Squaring her shoulders, she bowed formally. "This disciple will obey Sect Master’s decision."

Neither acceptance nor refusal.

Beside her, Kui Bi lit up like festival lanterns, barely containing his glee at the non-rejection. "I’ll treasure her always!" He turned desperately to You You. "This humble one swears by the Heavenly Dao – Shui Yan shall never know grievance!"

As Kui Bi moved to kneel for oath-swearing, Shui Yan stood motionless – face blank rather than joyful.

You You’s brow furrowed. "Marriage can’t be decided impulsively," she declared. "Both must reflect carefully. Return in three days with final answers."

Kui Bi bobbed eager nods. "Wise words, Noble Lady! This deserves proper consideration. I’ll… I’ll await patiently."

After the alchemist’s departure, You You motioned Shui Yan to stay.

"Sect Master?" The woman kept her eyes lowered.

When they were alone, You You grasped Shui Yan’s trembling hands. "You don’t favor him, do you?"

Shui Yan jolted. "How could I dislike a Nascent Soul Master? A seventh-tier Alchemist’s invaluable to our Sect. This union benefits…"

"Look at me." You You tilted the woman’s chin up, revealing glistening eyes. "Do you want this marriage?"

Tears spilled over. "He’s… he’s what the Sect needs. After saving us from that evil den, giving us the Seven Heart Spirit Leaf… We sisters must repay your kindness, even…"

"So you’d trade yourself like goods?!" You You’s voice cracked. "Did you think I’d value pills over people? Our Sect’s strength isn’t in techniques or resources, but its disciples! You escaped hell – no one can chain you again, not even through ‘gratitude’!"

Shui Yan crumpled into heaving sobs. "I don’t want this! Don’t want any partner! Not him… not anyone…"

"Then don’t." You You held the weeping woman. "Zhen Yan Sect protects its own. You owe nothing but truth to yourself."