CHAPTER 15
Sword Slays the Thunder Tribulation
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"Ahem, Qinghan, step back a bit… Your master can't see the jade pendant anymore…"
Ye Qinghan's eyes crinkled with affection as she took a half-step back.
Heh, even if Master possesses a hundred magical treasures, what could he possibly use against Qinghan?
Ye Qinghan casually sat on the armrest of Su Cheng's chair, her tone laced with a hint of teasing and gentle reproach~
"Master, please slow down. I couldn't see clearly when you demonstrated last time."
Su Cheng's imposing frame trembled. Clearing his throat, he regained his composure and said sternly:
"Very well. This time, I shall teach you how to use it properly…"
In the days that followed, the Liu family remained quiet. Life at Lingxian Hall was quite pleasant, and Su Cheng gradually grew accustomed to having Ye Qinghan around.
Ye Qinghan marked a satisfied check beside the initial plan in her Master's Training Manual. Master now remembered to set aside his changed clothes before bathing so she could collect them!
This was a huge step forward! It meant the Su family's daughter-in-law had truly integrated into Su Cheng's life!
But Ye Qinghan felt it wasn't enough. She thought it was unfair that she was always the one sneaking peeks at her master bathing!
Why didn't the Master sneak peeks at her? Why?!
Was it because she wasn't pretty? Ridiculous! When it came to being a national treasure, seducing men—if she claimed second place, who dared claim first?
Was her innate allure a joke? Was her fox demon king blood a joke?
Several more days passed. Though Ye Qinghan hadn't trained intensely, she was beginning to show signs of a breakthrough.
Su Cheng summoned Ye Qinghan to his side and casually handed her breakthrough materials worth 150,000 system points.
"These are rare treasures your master has gathered for you. I shan't elaborate on their specifics—with your talent, you'll understand their value at a glance."
In truth, this damn thing was locked in a box—even Su Cheng couldn't open it without cultivation!
He had absolutely no idea what was inside!
"Thank you, Master. Your disciple is willing to dedicate… I will diligently cultivate from now on to repay your kindness!"
Ye Qinghan froze, nearly blurting out something he shouldn't have in his excitement…
Just that exquisite wooden box holding the Foundation Establishment items was at least of Immortal-grade quality!
The contents inside could easily be worth more than her life!
"It matters not. Your master does not impose such harsh demands upon you. To see you grow up joyfully and happily is my sole wish."
"With me by your side, whether you attain immortality or not, I will ensure your safety for life."
Su Cheng smiled as he ruffled Ye Qinghan's hair. Moments ago, she'd looked utterly serious, as if making a solemn vow. But to Su Cheng, none of that truly mattered.
As long as this child remained safe and sound, watching her frolic joyfully in the courtyard each day brought Su Cheng immense happiness.
Ye Qinghan was speechless. Her master was always so contradictory.
She didn't understand her master's worries, but she could feel the love hidden in every detail.
At this moment, she only wanted to tell her master: Master! I'm willing!
Ye Qinghan withdrew, sitting in the courtyard as she slowly opened the box. Inside lay a Foundation Establishment Pill and other spiritual treasures!
Merely opening the box and sensing the spiritual energy within made Ye Qinghan feel as though she was about to…
About to…
…break through…
Ye Qinghan dared not imagine how powerful she would become if she absorbed these treasures!
Without delay, Ye Qinghan—already at the thirteenth layer of Qi Cultivation—sat in meditation, slowly circulating his cultivation technique.
Surrounded by the foundation-building items prepared by his master, the Foundation Pill dissolved into liquid the moment it touched his tongue. In that instant, Ye Qinghan could only utter one word of praise.
Marvelous!
Absolutely marvelous!
Ordinary cultivators had to search for Foundation Establishment items themselves. Even if they found them, could they possibly be as good as what his master had prepared for him?
No way! Ye Qinghan felt that when he ascended to immortality, feasting on this stuff would let him punch Immortal Emperors and kick the Dao of Heaven!
Bro! This is guaranteed to make you an immortal!
What bullshit Heavenly Dao rules? My rules are the only rules!
Tribulation? If you dare let a single cloud float in the sky, this lady will split the heavens open!
Though his thoughts raged, Ye Qinghan remained unhurried as he absorbed the other Foundation Establishment items.
Starting with this rhino horn-like thing, one by one—feathers, teeth, dragon bones, turtle shells, and such.
Ye Qinghan didn't understand, but she was utterly astonished!
Where on earth did her master find these treasures? It felt like others were building foundations, while she was constructing skyscrapers!
This process lasted a full day and night. Even someone as formidable as Ye Yanwang was drenched in sweat from the exertion.
Panting heavily, he could feel the surging power within his body.
Like crashing waves pounding the shore, it waited for the moment of breakthrough!
Soon, as the final Foundation Establishment Pill was fully absorbed, Ye Qinghan thought to herself:
It's here!
In an instant, dark clouds gathered in the sky, and countless illusory forms of divine beasts appeared. The citizens of Dingzhou City knelt down in worship, hailing it as an auspicious sign descending upon the world.
Thunder rumbled like the growl of a fierce beast, while howling winds tore and dragged the thunderclouds toward the skies above the Lingfrost Hall.
Lightning bolts shot out like dragon claws piercing the clouds, while sunlight filtered through the dark gaps, casting auspicious rays. Birds fled the mountains, and beasts scattered in all directions.
Any creature possessing even a shred of spiritual awareness now lay prostrate toward the Lingxian Hall, either imploring the divine wrath to cease or begging for protection.
Yet this was merely the visible pressure. The invisible force was even more terrifying. Were it not for the invincible formations protecting Lingxian Hall, the sheer weight of the pressure Ye Qinghan herself had unleashed would likely have crushed her, leaving her gasping for breath.
Ah?
Master, I'm scared!
Whose Foundation Establishment is this terrifying?!
Noticing Ye Qinghan's slightly furrowed brow, Su Cheng couldn't help but feel concerned. He spoke up to reassure him.
"Focus on your breakthrough. With your master here, the thunder tribulation? It won't harm my beloved disciple in the slightest."
Ye Qinghan kept his eyes closed. Though he couldn't see the unusual phenomena he'd triggered, he could sense the shifting energy around him…
Yet Master's words struck like a shot of adrenaline—like a warm, reassuring hand gently cradling Ye Qinghan in its palm, filling him with profound peace.
Master is here!
What was there to fear? If the master said it was fine, then it was definitely fine!
With Master's unfailingly steady hand in strategy, who knows? Perhaps even the thunderclouds themselves would soon be caught and disciplined by Master!
Su Cheng narrowed his eyes, shifting his stance. His other hand held the Star River Ruler as if it were a sharp sword…
【Come on, dare to touch my disciple? See if I don't cleave you in two.】
Thunder roared, seemingly displeased. Instantly, a bolt of calamity lightning struck down, aiming straight for Ye Qinghan!
Su Cheng showed no mercy. The Frostsword Formation instantly unfolded, unleashing an even more intense celestial phenomenon. The illusory divine beasts in the sky were distorted by the overwhelming pressure, their expressions frozen in a startled, almost adorable stupor at the spectacle…
In an instant, a sword beam shot forth. Not only did it pierce the thunderclouds, but even space itself seemed to warp. That single strike felt as though it severed the heavens themselves, making the sky appear as if it were about to collapse.
This strike severed the heavenly thunder and cleaved the very heavens!
It must be said, though a bit crude, it was undeniably effective!
The thunder itself grew docile…
From the earlier thunderous roar, it had now transformed into a gentle purr…
After another half incense stick's worth of time, the calamity clouds still drifted in the sky, yet they were so intimidated by Su Cheng that they dared not touch Ye Qinghan once…
Ye Qinghan slowly opened his eyes. Before him stood his master, head held high, striding confidently, the Star River Sword in hand pointing toward the heavens!
Cool~
If this scene involved anyone else, she'd be itching to make a snarky comment. But with her master? Only one word could describe it: Handsome!
At that moment, not only was the primordial power within her surging uncontrollably, but even the deep affection she felt for her master threatened to burst forth!
She launched herself forward, throwing herself into her master's arms—and managed to knock the uncultivated master off balance!
"Master is truly formidable—even the thunder tribulation fears you!"
"It's not as exaggerated as you make it sound. I merely split it in two."
"Then Master is even more formidable!"
"Our Lingxian Hall isn't wealthy. I've always taught you to be frugal and keep a low profile. I mainly feared it would damage things in my courtyard…"
Ye Qinghan pouted. Hmph, still pretending? What Master was thinking, his disciple knew all too well.
He was just facing down the thunder tribulation! So cool!
Hmph, trying to fool his disciple now? Does he think Qinghan is a dumb fox?
If you're worried about Qinghan, just admit it! What's there to be shy about?
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