A Mortal's Start in the Spirit Beast Mountain

Chapter 332 Three Women Meet

His disciple is intelligent and strong-willed, and has a great talent for the art of talismans. He has also received a portion of the high-level talisman inheritance from him, which requires a lot of practice and materials.

Luo Ming's original intention was for her to focus on cultivation and talisman making, but the girl had her own ideas. She felt that the talismans she made were useless to pile up, so it would be better to open a shop to sell them. This way, she could earn spirit stones to maintain her expenses and collect resources, and she could also use this as a foundation to cultivate her own power and informants, and gain a foothold in the outer sea.

At the time, Luo Ming was in a hurry to go to the Void Heaven Palace, and he also felt that it was a good thing that Mingyue had this kind of temperament, so he let her do whatever she wanted, only telling her to keep a low profile and prioritize safety.

Now it seems... that's not "low-key" at all; on the contrary, they've managed to run "Mingyue Tower" very successfully, making it quite a large operation.

Luo Ming shook his head and chuckled inwardly. His original plan was to focus on his cultivation and reach the Nascent Soul stage as soon as possible, ensuring that those around him could protect themselves and not become a burden. He didn't want to get too involved in mundane matters like managing his power. Deep down, he was still that "transmigrator" who pursued immortality and freedom and disliked trouble.

But now, things seem to be a little different.

His trip to the Void Heaven Palace was incredibly fruitful, and he also gained the support of Yuan Yao, Jiang Rufeng and his daughter, among others. These people trusted and followed him, so he naturally had to be responsible for them, providing them with protection and resources.

But we can't keep everyone in the cave and let them live off the savings.

Although he possesses abundant resources, they cannot withstand prolonged depletion. Moreover, on the path of cultivation, resources, companions, methods, and location are all crucial, with "resources" being of paramount importance. Having a stable base for acquiring resources and information would indeed be of great benefit.

"Well... since Mingyue has set up this structure, and it looks pretty good..." Luo Ming looked at the magnificent Mingyue Tower in front of him, a thoughtful look flashing in his eyes.

"Then let's run it well. I do need a stable foothold and reliable sources of information while I'm in seclusion in the outer sea trying to break through to the Nascent Soul stage. With Mingyue Tower in the open, many things will be much easier. As for the specific affairs... let Mingyue and Jiang Rufeng handle them. As for me, I should focus on cultivation and break through to the Nascent Soul stage as soon as possible."

With that thought in mind, Luo Ming no longer hesitated and smiled slightly at Yuan Yao and Jiang Rufeng, who were still somewhat stunned behind him, saying, "Let's go, we're home."

Luo Ming took a step and walked towards the open gate of Mingyue Tower, from which the faint sound of melodious string and bamboo instruments could be heard.

A moment later, in a quiet room on the third floor of Mingyue Tower.

The interior was elegantly furnished, with a faint, calming incense burning in the air, and several potted spiritual plants adding a touch of vitality. Luo Ming sat in the main seat without hesitation, with a cup of fragrant tea, its aroma emanating from the tea leaves, on a small table beside him.

The atmosphere to the left and right, however, was somewhat subtle.

Mingyue changed into a pale yellow palace dress, which made her skin look as white as snow and made her even more beautiful.

She was slightly turned to the side, her beautiful eyes filled with undisguised curiosity and inquiry as she looked back and forth at the three people Luo Ming had brought.

Her gaze first swept over Jiang Rufeng, who was holding a little girl and standing behind Luo Ming, his aura heavy and composed. This man was at the mid-stage of Core Formation, carrying a faint, lingering aura of menace. His eyes were sharp yet respectful, and he kept his head slightly bowed, maintaining a very humble posture.

Mingyue understood immediately; these were most likely newly recruited subordinates or servants of her master. Given her master's unfathomable cultivation and methods, it wasn't surprising that he had subdued a mid-stage Core Formation cultivator.

But when her gaze shifted to the purple-clad female cultivator sitting quietly on Luo Ming's other side, the curiosity in Mingyue's eyes instantly turned into a subtle scrutiny and... vigilance.

This woman was extremely beautiful, with exquisite features and a cool yet naturally alluring demeanor. Even when sitting quietly, she shone like the bright moon, making her impossible to ignore.

More importantly, she sat quietly next to her master, and the way she occasionally looked at him was very different, suggesting that their relationship was unusual.

A faint alarm bell rang in Mingyue's heart.

She couldn't help but take a closer look at the purple-clad female cultivator. The more she looked, the more she felt that this woman's appearance and temperament were in no way inferior to the "Fairy Miaoyu" who was extremely famous in the Fengle Trading Company on Silver Shark Island and was known for her beauty and skill!

Yuan Yao naturally felt Mingyue's undisguised scrutinizing gaze.

Luo Ming did mention to her that there was a female apprentice named Mingyue on Silver Shark Island, and that the apprentice seemed to have another apprentice.

But when the woman in front of him looked at Luo Ming, her eyes held a mixture of respect and a subtle reliance, and when she examined him, her gaze was scrutinizing and held a hint of barely perceptible hostility.

All of this stirred up an indescribable ripple in Yuan Yao's heart, causing a vague unease and a subtle sense of crisis to quietly arise.

Although the two women did not directly meet each other's gazes, the air in the quiet room seemed to become somewhat stagnant and subtle due to this silent confrontation.

Standing behind, Jiang Rufeng held his sleeping daughter, keeping his eyes down and not daring to breathe, pretending to be invisible.

Having experienced much of the world, he could naturally sense the subtle atmosphere. He inwardly groaned, hoping that his master would quickly break the awkward silence.

Luo Ming naturally took in this silent "confrontation." He tapped his fingers lightly on the armrest of the chair twice, making a crisp tapping sound, and then coughed softly, breaking the silence in the room.

His gaze swept peacefully over the bright moon, finally settling on the young female cultivator standing quietly beside her, who had remained silent all along.

The female cultivator appeared to be around twenty years old, dressed in a light green ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress). She had a slender figure and a charming and beautiful face, especially her eyes, which were watery and seemed to speak volumes. Her gaze carried a natural charm and allure, yet her temperament was gentle and obedient.

Her cultivation level was at the early stage of Foundation Establishment, and her aura was relatively stable. At this moment, she was slightly lowering her head, appearing somewhat reserved, but when she occasionally looked up at people, her eyes sparkled with charm.

Luo Ming composed himself, a gentle smile appearing on his face. He spoke calmly, his voice not loud, but clearly reaching everyone's ears:

"Mingyue, you've worked hard these past six months, managing this place so well. Very good."

He first affirmed Mingyue's work, then naturally changed the subject, his gaze falling on the female cultivator in the green dress, and asked in a gentle voice:

"So you are... Wen Siyue?"

Upon hearing Luo Ming suddenly call her name, Wen Siyue, who was standing with her head down beside Mingyue, surrounded by the aura of several Core Formation cultivators and feeling somewhat uneasy, trembled slightly, raised her head, and showed obvious surprise on her face.

She never expected that this "grandmaster," whom she had just met and whose aura was unfathomable, would ask her a question directly.

Seeing Luo Ming's gentle gaze fall upon her, Wen Siyue felt somewhat relieved. Not daring to be negligent, she quickly stepped forward and respectfully bowed deeply to Luo Ming, her voice clear yet tinged with nervousness:

"Wen Siyue pays respects to her grandmaster."

"Grandmaster?" Luo Ming was visibly taken aback when he heard this title, then suddenly realized, and a look of bewilderment appeared on his face.

Yes, since this woman is Mingyue's disciple, according to seniority, she should naturally address me as "Grandmaster".

The title sounded rather strange to him, as if he had suddenly become an old man with white hair and beard. Although his actual age and cultivation were more than enough to be called "Grandmaster", he still felt somewhat uncomfortable.

He tapped his fingers lightly on the armrest, pondering for a moment, as if carefully choosing his words.

His gaze lingered for a moment on Wen Siyue's charming face, which held a hint of unease and anticipation, then swept over Mingyue beside her, whose expression remained calm, before he slowly spoke:

"There's no need for the title of Grandmaster. I'm sure Mingyue has already mentioned to you that I, Luo, and your father, Wenqiang, are old acquaintances with some connection."

His tone was gentle, tinged with a hint of reminiscence: "Since you are the daughter of an old friend, it seems rather distant for you to call me 'Grandmaster.' How about this, from now on you and Mingyue will address each other as sisters, and you can both call me 'Master.'"

Luo Ming spoke casually. For him, taking on another apprentice was not a burden at all. In any case, he always tried to avoid teaching apprentices and managing mundane affairs, leaving most of them to Mingyue.

Upon hearing this, Wen Siyue was stunned for a moment, seemingly not quite understanding.

It wasn't until Mingyue reminded her that she realized her grandmaster was going to make an exception and directly accept her as a disciple, addressing her as an equal to Master Mingyue! Her already watery and charming eyes instantly burst with unbelievable surprise, and two blushes rose on her delicate face due to excitement.

"Disciple Wen Siyue greets Master! Thank you for accepting me as your disciple! I wish you master's profound Taoist arts, great progress in divine skills, early attainment of the Great Tao, and longevity!"

This time, her bow was more respectful and formal than before, and her words carried the blessings commonly used by monks, making it seem very solemn.

Just as Senior Sister Mingyue had vaguely hinted, this newly adopted master seemed indifferent, but in reality, he was quite kind and caring towards those around him!

Looking at Wen Siyue's lively and agile demeanor, so different from her calm and even somewhat dull father Wen Qiang, Luo Ming smiled slightly and nodded.

With a thought, he gently swiped his right hand across the storage pouch at his waist, and a flash of green light appeared.

A palm-sized bronze mirror, pale blue in color, with an antique design, a gleaming surface, and cloud-patterned edges, appeared in his palm. The mirror emitted a soft yet pure spiritual energy, clearly indicating it was no ordinary object.

"This mirror is called the 'Condensing Light Mirror.' It is a top-quality magic artifact. Once activated, it can create a light shield to protect the body and also shoot out a beam of blue light to immobilize the enemy's magic artifact. It combines offense and defense, and is just right for your current cultivation level."

As Luo Ming spoke, he flicked his wrist, and the small cyan mirror transformed into a streak of light, flying steadily toward Wen Siyue.

Wen Siyue quickly reached out her hands and carefully caught the "Condensing Light Mirror," which still carried a trace of warm spiritual energy. Feeling the abundant spiritual power contained within, she was overjoyed and quickly bowed again: "Thank you, Master, for bestowing this treasure! Your disciple will diligently refine it and live up to your generous gift!"

Wen Siyue quickly reached out her hands and carefully caught the "Condensing Light Mirror," which still carried a trace of warm spiritual energy. Feeling the abundant spiritual power contained within, she was overjoyed and quickly bowed again: "Thank you, Master, for bestowing this treasure! Your disciple will diligently refine it and live up to your generous gift!"

After bestowing the magical artifact, Luo Ming's expression turned slightly solemn. He reached into his storage bag at his waist, took out a pale blue jade slip, and handed it to Jiang Rufeng, who was standing to his side.