Chapter 112 Late-Night Preaching (Part 1)

When Xiao Ming returned to Holy Son Peak with Chi Lianer, the sky was near dusk.

The setting sun was like blood, plating the towering Holy Son Peak with a layer of dark golden light; compared to the bleak and cold War Demon Peak, this place had more grandeur and spiritual elegance, yet it still exuded an inviolable majesty.

Chi Lianer followed half a step behind Xiao Ming, head bowed and eyes lowered, her posture as submissive as the most well-trained maid.

She had changed into a new crimson dress; although the style was not as revealing or flamboyant as before, it still outlined her graceful figure.

However, the natural allure in her eyes had been deliberately restrained, replaced by a hint of gentleness, as if she were a beautiful Yao Beast that had completely sheathed its claws and returned to its master's nest.

Upon stepping onto the summit platform, they saw two slender figures already waiting on the side.

It was the Yu Family sisters—Yu Linglong and Yu Linlang.

Both women were wearing similar light cyan dresses today; one was as dignified as an orchid under the moon, the other as charming as a budding flower on a branch; standing together, they were quite a pleasant sight.

However, there was a touch of boredom and confusion in their eyes from being confined here; seeing Xiao Ming return, they hurried forward to salute; although their posture was standard, it inevitably revealed a hint of the unfamiliarity that comes from being pampered.

"Saint, you have returned." The two sisters spoke in unison, their voices crisp.

Xiao Ming sensed slightly and swept his gaze over the two women, naturally noticing the leisure that did not quite harmonize with the rigorous atmosphere around them, as well as the subtle stiffness when they saluted.

He understood in his heart that these two Young Misses from prominent backgrounds had likely not yet truly adapted to their new identities and circumstances.

"Hmm." Xiao Ming responded indifferently, his pace not slowing as he walked straight towards the main hall, and asked casually: "Have you been getting used to staying here these past few days?"

Yu Linglong had a quieter temperament; hearing this, she lowered her head slightly and said softly: "In reply to the Saint, the Spiritual Qi here is abundant, and the scenery is also excellent. It is just... it is just that my sister and I do not know what we should do. Sitting idly all day makes us feel uneasy."

There was a hint of caution and probing in her words.

Yu Linlang blinked her large, lively eyes and secretly glanced at Chi Lianer, who was standing behind Xiao Ming with her head respectfully bowed, her beauty not losing to the two sisters, and whispered: "Saint, who is this elder sister...?"

Xiao Ming paused slightly, turned to the side, and revealed Chi Lianer behind him, introducing her in a flat tone: "Her name is Chi Lianer, and she is also my maid. She is extremely familiar with the sect's rules and affairs. From now on, you two sisters will follow her."

Chi Lianer stepped forward half a step at the right moment, slightly curtsied to the Yu Family sisters, and performed a standard greeting; her voice was soft and charming but not frivolous: "Lianer greets the two Misses Yu."

The Yu Family sisters hurriedly returned the salute, curiously examining this newly appeared woman whose appearance and figure were not inferior to theirs, and whose charm was even greater; in their hearts, they secretly guessed her relationship with the Saint.

Xiao Ming took in the expressions of the three women, his plan already formed.

He looked at Chi Lianer and instructed: "From now on, I will trouble you to teach them well!"

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the somewhat bewildered faces of the Yu Family sisters, and added: "For instance, the daily cleaning of the halls on this peak, the care of utensils, the tending of Spiritual Qi plants, and even the etiquette of service—all of this must be learned well from Lianer."

"Since you have entered my Holy Son Peak, you must abide by the rules of my Holy Son Peak and fulfill your duties."

Xiao Ming had his own considerations for not entrusting this matter to Mo Qingzhu.

Mo Qingzhu was nominally still his younger brother's Dao Companion and was only temporarily residing on the peak; if he asked her to lead the maids, wouldn't she become the head of the maids? It was inappropriate in both reason and sentiment, and it could easily lead to complications.

Chi Lianer, however, was different; she had been completely subdued by him.

Moreover, she was shrewd and worldly, well-versed in the ways of survival and pleasing others, and now her life and future were tied to him; having her polish these two unrefined jades that still had sharp edges was the most appropriate choice.

Upon hearing this, a flash of light appeared in Chi Lianer's eyes, and she instantly understood Xiao Ming's intention.

This was to truly "use" her, and it was also a test for her.

She immediately bowed and replied, her voice even softer: "Lianer accepts the order. I will certainly do my utmost to teach the two Young Misses well and not fail the Saint's trust."

The Yu Family sisters felt a bit embarrassed upon hearing this.

They came from a prominent family and had been accustomed to being served since childhood; when had they ever learned or thought about doing these menial tasks of cleaning and serving?

However, seeing that Xiao Ming's tone, though flat, carried an unquestionable meaning, and seeing the newly arrived sister Chi Lianer respectfully accept the order, they dared not say more and could only whisper "Yes."

Seeing that everything that needed to be settled was finished, Xiao Ming said no more and turned to walk towards the main hall.

When he reached the hall door, he seemed to suddenly remember something; he paused, not turning back, and left behind a single sentence, his voice clearly reaching the ears of the three women behind him:

"Linglong, Linlang."

The Yu Family sisters hurriedly responded: "Here."

"Come to my sleeping quarters tonight..." Xiao Ming's tone was calm and waveless, as if he were speaking of a mundane matter.

"Your cultivation is still shallow, your Foundation is not solid, and your Cultivation Technique is also mediocre."

"Tonight, I will go to the trouble of personally unblocking your channels and imparting some knowledge regarding Cultivation to you two sisters."

"Remember, bathe and calm your minds before coming, and clear away distracting thoughts. Do not delay."

After speaking, he did not linger; he pushed open the heavy hall doors, and his figure disappeared into the slightly dim hall, leaving only the slowly closing doors and the three beauties outside with varied expressions.