Senior sister, stop working and go home for dinner.

Chapter 284 When Spiritual Energy Recovers, Senior Sister Discusses Cultivation

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"Not taking credit for others' work, not boasting about his abilities, and possessing an even better character." Feng Wenzheng's tone was filled with even more praise. He put down his teacup, his expression becoming slightly more serious: "To be honest, we came here for two reasons. First, to see with our own eyes where Xiao Lu is currently cultivating. Second, we do indeed intend to deepen our ties with the Yunyin Sect."

He looked at Su Wan and said frankly, "The cultivation world is currently experiencing undercurrents, and the incident at Longhu Mountain is a case in point. Although my Feng family is confined to a corner of the world, we know that one tree cannot support the whole forest. Although the Yunyin Sect is newly established, it has extraordinary potential and is currently enjoying great fortune. If we can help each other, it will benefit both of us."

Su Wan's expression was solemn: "What Patriarch Feng said is very true. The Yunyin Sect is willing to befriend righteous families like the Feng family, to jointly study the Great Dao, and to jointly resist external evils."

Feng Wenyuan smiled and said, "That's exactly right! It's the best way for our two families to visit each other often and for our young disciples to exchange ideas and learn from each other." As he spoke, he glanced at Feng Xiaolu and Chen Anran as if by accident, "Just like Xiaolu here, she can receive guidance from Headmaster Su and Fellow Daoist Wei in her cultivation, and she can also learn from and encourage each other with a talented young friend like Chen. That is a wonderful fate."

Feng Xiaolu's ears felt slightly warm; she lowered her head, holding her tea, and remained silent.

Chen Anran remained calm, seemingly oblivious to the implied meaning, and simply replied, "Third Senior Sister is exceptionally intelligent and often has unique insights into cultivation. Discussing things with fellow disciples is indeed beneficial."

A hint of satisfaction flashed in Feng Wenzheng's eyes. Chen Anran's response was perfectly timed, neither denying her closeness to Feng Xiaolu nor denying it as a matter of camaraderie among fellow disciples and mutual assistance in cultivation. She struck a very good balance.

The conversation then turned to mundane matters such as cultivation experiences and businesses in the mountains, and the atmosphere was harmonious. Feng Wenzheng and Feng Wenyuan were knowledgeable and insightful, and during their conversation, they offered several practical and pertinent suggestions for the development of the Yunyin Sect, clearly having done their homework beforehand and showing great sincerity.

About an hour later, Feng Wenzheng stood up and said, "I have already disturbed you for a long time today, so I will not disturb Sect Leader Su's cultivation any longer. Wenyuan and I will stay at the resort for another day or two to see the shops that Changyuan and the others are managing, and also to experience the wonders of this 'Immortal Footprint'."

Su Wan, Chen Anran, and others got up to see them off.

Upon arriving at the mountain gate, Feng Wenyuan suddenly patted Feng Xiaolu on the shoulder and said gently, "Xiaolu, see your uncle and third uncle off. You can also go down the mountain for a walk. Your two older brothers seem to be slacking off lately, so you can keep an eye on them for us."

Feng Xiaolu agreed.

After the Feng family descended the mountain, Chen Anran and the others returned to their sect.

Su Wan withdrew her gaze from the mountain path and turned to Chen Anran and Wei Qingyi, saying gently, "Patriarch Feng and Third Master Feng are guests from afar. We had a very pleasant conversation just now, and their words were quite enlightening. I still need to go to the medicinal herb field on the back mountain to check on the newly planted evening primroses. Later, I will discuss the cooperation details mentioned by the Feng family with you."

Her gaze lingered on Chen Anran's face for a moment. Seeing that he still had a thoughtful look in his eyes, but was in good spirits, she felt relieved. She then said softly to Wei Qingyi, "Qingyi, Anran has been working hard these past few days. Talk to him and help him relax. Don't always stay cooped up in your room or the training ground."

"Understood, Senior Sister."

Su Wan smiled faintly, said no more, and turned to walk towards the back hall.

The mountain gate fell silent, with only the rustling of the wind through the treetops and the faint, distant noise from the resort below.

Chen Anran gazed in the direction Su Wan had left before turning his gaze away. He turned his head and found Wei Qingyi quietly watching him. Her clear, cool eyes reflected the sunlight and his figure, revealing little emotion, yet exuding a focused tranquility.

"Second Senior Sister," Chen Anran began, her voice calm in the mountain breeze, "during the meal, you didn't seem to eat much, only drinking a few sips of tea. Was the food not to your liking, or were you feeling unwell?"

Wei Qingyi's eyes flickered slightly, as if she hadn't expected him to bring this up first. After a moment of silence, she said, "I'm not feeling unwell. It's just... I was thinking about some things and forgot about them without realizing it."

"Is it about Longhu Mountain? Or about your new movie that you're about to start filming?" Chen Anran asked, walking slowly alongside her along a path beside the mountain gate leading to the viewing pavilion on the side peak.

Wei Qingyi shook her head, keeping a half-step distance from him, the hem of her blue dress swaying gently with her steps.

"I was just thinking, without realizing it, Junior Brother, your cultivation has surpassed ours."

Upon hearing this, Chen Anran chuckled and said, "Second Senior Sister noticed?"

Wei Qingyi nodded. "It's not just me, Senior Sister probably figured it out too." She paused slightly, then continued, "I guess only that idiot Feng Xiaolu didn't notice."

Chen Anran smiled and said, "You and Senior Sister can tell because Senior Sister is about to establish her foundation, and you are only one step away from the late stage of Qi Refining. However, Third Senior Sister's cultivation has not increased much."

Wei Qingyi couldn't help but sigh, "The spiritual energy is gradually recovering now, which is quite different from a few years ago. In addition, the spiritual rice and vegetables that you 'nurtured' with your secret method, junior brother, as well as the spirit-gathering stones and spirit bricks you bought, I really can't understand why Xiao Lu's cultivation progress is so slow."

Chen Anran and Wei Qingyi strolled slowly along the path, and soon the viewing pavilion on the side peak came into view. It was a simple four-cornered wooden pavilion, hidden behind a few ancient pines, with a wide view, offering a view of most of the mountain scenery and the outline of the resort in the distance.

"It's one thing to be unable to sit still," Wei Qingyi stopped by the pavilion, holding onto the railing, the mountain breeze ruffling a few strands of her hair, "but the sect is now rich in spiritual energy and resources, so she shouldn't be stagnant. Senior Sister has asked her privately a few times, but she always gives vague answers, only saying 'Soon, soon.'"

Chen Anran also walked to the railing, looking down at the resort where the lights were gradually coming on, his gaze distant: "Third Senior Sister is pure and straightforward, and perhaps it is this 'straightforwardness' that makes her prone to getting stuck on certain key points in her cultivation. She seems carefree, but in reality, she has high standards for herself. Seeing us break through one after another, she is probably more anxious than anyone else. When she is anxious, her qi becomes disordered, and the circulation of spiritual energy easily becomes sluggish."

Wei Qingyi glanced at him sideways: "You seem to know her quite well."

Chen Anran smiled but didn't respond to that question. Instead, she asked, "By the way, Wang Rui and the others mentioned your new movie. When did filming start?"

"Early next month." Wei Qingyi turned around, leaning against the railing. "The script is finalized; it's still a period fantasy drama. The director wants to start filming while autumn is in full bloom and shoot some real locations."

Chen Anran asked, "Will it be with us then?"

"Okay," Wei Qingyi said, "Zhao Mengmeng will go and discuss the details with her three friends."