"Originally, it's an Earth Rank Low-Level Qi Method?!"
Yun Yun's red lips slightly opened, and her beautiful eyes seemed to have instantly enlarged as if seeing something unbelievable. The hands holding the Qi Method scroll also trembled incessantly.
"It's not Black Rank, but Earth Rank!"
"Am I not mistaken?"
Yun Yun blinked rapidly, wearing an expression of disbelief on her face.
Surprisingly, the usually serious Sect Master, at this moment, had such a cute expression, adding a unique flavor to the scene. Yun Tianming quietly enjoyed Yun Yun's adorable expression.
"Cough, cough~"
Seeming to realize her own lapse in demeanor, Yun Yun quickly adjusted her facial expression. Then, with a serious look, she asked, "Tianming, where did you get this Earth Rank Qi Method?"
Yun Tianming answered, "At the Miteer family auction in Wu Tan City."
Yun Yun looked puzzled, "Wu Tan City? That city on the border of the empire, how could it have an Earth Rank Qi Method?"
The auction of an Earth Rank Qi Method would undoubtedly cause a sensation throughout the Jia Ma Empire, attracting various forces. How could there be no hint of this?
"The situation is like this. Originally, the auction item was a Black Rank High-Level Qi Method: Wind Whirl Mantra. After I won the bid, I unexpectedly discovered that behind this Qi Method, there was actually a hidden Earth Rank Low-Level Qi Method: Wind Manipulation Mantra!"
Yun Tianming explained with a serious tone. Whether you believe it or not, I certainly do.
Yun Yun seemed to be pondering, her eyes occasionally flashing a hint of understanding. It was unclear what she was imagining. "So that's it. It is said that some super powerful individuals from ancient times deliberately hide the true rank of Qi Methods, waiting for someone destined to discover them."
Upon hearing this, Yun Tianming first looked puzzled, a strange expression fleeting across his face. Then, pretending to suddenly understand, he nodded, "Ah, right, right! Indeed, as expected of the Sect Master, so knowledgeable!"
"Can you stop using that tone? It sounds sarcastic."
Yun Yun couldn't help but give him a disdainful look, shook her head, and then rolled up the Qi Method scroll, handing it back to Yun Tianming.
"Sect Master, what is this for?"
"No effort, no gain."
"Where did you learn that saying? Didn't the Sect Master also help me find a Qi Method?"
"Black Rank and Earth Rank are not on the same level of value. Tianming, this Qi Method is too precious; I cannot accept it."
Yun Yun looked at him with a complex expression, secretly conveying another form of refusal. The two had spent many years together at the Sect Master's Residence, and Yun Yun, being a subtle thinker, could not be unaware of Yun Tianming's feelings towards her. However, as the Sect Master of the Misty Cloud Sect, she found it difficult to accept the admiration of a young disciple, especially considering her personal disciple, Nalan Yanran, who seemed to have a hidden affection for Yun Tianming.
What was this?
A teacher and disciple fighting over a man?
Or, were the master and disciple sharing a husband?
Ugh~
Just imagining such things made Yun Yun explode with embarrassment!
Impossible! Absolutely impossible!
Precisely because of this, Yun Yun refused the Qi Method gift from Yun Tianming. After all, they were not close, and such a valuable gift couldn't be accepted casually.
Seeing this, Yun Tianming was also greatly surprised. He didn't expect Yun Yun to resist the temptation of an Earth Rank Qi Method. From this, it was evident that Yun Yun placed a particular emphasis on her emotional life. Even the highly sought-after Earth Rank Qi Method couldn't make her yield.
These kinds of women are often initially challenging to approach, as they build a strong inner wall. However, once you truly enter their hearts, they will be devoted and unwavering until death!
"Sect Master, this is a Wind Attribute Qi Method, specifically a gift from me to you."
Yun Tianming pushed the Qi Method scroll back.
"I cannot accept it."
"By the way, you can give this Qi Method to Yanran; she will surely be delighted!"
"With an Earth Rank Qi Method as an engagement gift, I believe the Nalan Family would also agree to your union."
Yun Yun's expression remained unchanged as she stubbornly declined. According to her thinking, Nalan Yanran and Yun Tianming were of similar age, with a very close relationship. In the future, one would inherit the position of Sect Master, and the other would become the Grand Elder. As a married couple, they would complement each other, making it the best choice for the Misty Cloud Sect, both publicly and privately.
"No! Sect Master, my treatment of Yanran is like a younger sister, with no romantic feelings. The person I truly like is—"
Yun Tianming explained earnestly.
"Stop!"
"Enough, don't say anything!"
Yun Yun interrupted sharply.
The two locked eyes, and the atmosphere became awkward for a moment.
Perhaps there was still a lack of a certain understanding?
Yun Tianming could sense that Yun Yun held some affection for him, but it wasn't enough to completely win her over.
So, it was time to adopt a strategy of retreat as advancement.
Yun Tianming took a deep breath and then forced a sunny smile, "How about this, Sect Master? You agree to one condition of mine as a reward for accepting this Qi Method."
"Tianming, forgive me, but I cannot accept your excessive request."
Yun Yun's expression turned cold.
"Sect Master, I haven't even said it yet. How do you know my request is excessive?"
Yun Tianming chuckled.
"..."
Yun Yun fell silent for a moment, shook her head, and emotionlessly said, "Go ahead. But I'll make it clear upfront: I won't agree to any request that goes against my true feelings!"
Her attitude was clear, and it was absolutely impossible for the other party to use an Earth Rank Qi Method as a condition to marry her!
"Don't worry! This matter won't put Sect Master in a difficult position."
Yun Tianming paused, adding a bit of suspense.
Yun Yun's gaze turned stern, seemingly warning the other party not to harbor any foolish fantasies about the Sect Master!
"My condition is..."
Yun Tianming intentionally drew out his words, carefully observing Yun Yun's changing expression.
Yun Yun's eyes widened, ready to explode. She was getting angry!
"Can I call you Yun'er?"
Yun Tianming spoke softly.
"!!!"
Yun Yun's heart shook, her breath momentarily halted.
One has to admit, this request was far beyond her expectations! She thought the other party might propose a romantic relationship or perhaps a more awkward request, giving Yun Yun the opportunity to firmly reject and rebuke the person!
However, Yun Tianming unexpectedly just asked for a change in address.
Compared to the immense value of an Earth Rank Qi Method, such a small request for a different form of address seemed almost too easy!
For other cultivators, if a mere form of address could grant them an Earth Rank Qi Method, then there would likely be a multitude of people calling someone "dad"!
"Yun'er?"
Seeing Yun Yun once again entering a state of adorableness, Yun Tianming liked it more the longer he looked.
"W-wait a moment!!"
"This address is too... um, hmm~"
Yun Yun's cheeks instantly turned an extremely deep shade of red, her embarrassment feeling as if ants were crawling all over her entire body!
"Yun'er" was her nickname, a term of endearment used only by her parents and teachers throughout her life. Now, being addressed as "Yun'er" by the young man in front of her, who was only fifteen years old... Ohhhhh!
Yun Yun felt dizzy, her brain's CPU overloaded, almost smoking!
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