Chapter 177: What Do You Know?
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"Actually, at first, Master didn't intend to take my daughter as a disciple. Though she was outstanding among her peers, with countless offers flooding in, she was rejected by Master."
Ye’s mother remained silent, listening quietly.
She didn't really care whether this Master was good or bad. She believed her daughter wasn't stupid enough to pick the wrong man.
She placed absolute trust in that Fox Demon King bloodline. Even if her daughter were a complete fool, unable to even take care of her own bodily functions, she’d still find her a decent man!
Don't ask—it's a fox demon's passive skill. If she couldn't even pick a man, you'd have to tuck your tail between your legs just to go out.
"Only the master… the master refuses to meddle in mortal affairs. He knows my daughter is troublesome, so he won't take her as a disciple."
"But this daughter has set her heart on him. This daughter knows the opportunity is right before her eyes."
"I knelt there all day in plain sight until I finally moved Master. Only then did he agree to take me on."
"The truth proves I chose wisely. My Master defied the heavens, disregarding karmic retribution, to perform the ritual of fate alteration for me."
"Since becoming his disciple, Master has treated me as his own flesh and blood. He bestowed upon me the Six Rites, imparted immortal arts, and taught me ways to navigate this world—never once showing me disrespect."
Seeing her daughter's eyes light up whenever she spoke of her master, even without Ye Qinghan saying a word, Ye's mother understood how deeply devoted that master was to her.
"Then why haven't you given him a child yet? To tie him down?"
Ye Qinghan rolled her eyes. "Why do I get the feeling it's Mother who wants a child?"
Seeing her mother merely smile, Ye Qinghan continued.
"Before, I didn't understand why my master was so kind to me, but lately, I think I'm starting to get it."
Ye's mother was puzzled: "Why?"
"Later, I realized Master had known all along that I was after her precious treasure."
"But even so, Master still treated me so well."
"Master never demanded anything of me—only that I stay safe and happy."
"When others once asked why she treated Qinghan this way, she replied: 'Qinghan has only me as family. Without me, she'd have nowhere to go.'"
"I hope you won't laugh at me, Mother, but I think I've fallen in love with my Master."
Ye Qinghan couldn't help but blush slightly, her pretty face flushing as she tucked her hands into her sleeves, looking rather embarrassed.
Ye's mother tilted her head, a sly smile playing on her lips, and began teasing her daughter.
"Look at her, completely smitten with my daughter! So, when are you going to give your beloved Master a couple litters of little foxes?"
Ye's mother simply sat beside Ye Qinghan on the steps, turning her head to watch as Ye Qinghan shared her daily life in an endless stream.
Perhaps there was no need for elaborate pleasantries or tearful embraces. Simply hearing about her daughter's recent life was enough to satisfy her.
She knew full well she had been a failing mother. In fact, she felt even more relieved than Ye Qinghan herself that her daughter had found such a master.
How she longed to touch her daughter's cheek, but this body, formed from a constantly flickering phantom, would likely pass right through her daughter's lovely face.
Subconsciously keeping her distance was also to avoid disrupting this harmonious scene, unwilling to let sorrow fill this hard-won reunion.
Ye Qinghan was recounting amusing anecdotes about her clumsy junior sister fighting over meat with her when she noticed their master approaching them.
Ye's mother noticed the change in her daughter's expression and followed her gaze toward the distance.
A man in white robes glided gracefully toward them. He was indeed handsome and dashing, charming and elegant, tall and graceful, with an extraordinary bearing~
"Master?" Ye Qinghan, unaware of his purpose, assumed he'd come to remind them time was running short. But she still had so much left to say to her mother…
Both women rose to their feet. Ye's mother bowed slightly and spoke.
"Master Su, it's been a long time."
Su Cheng chuckled softly, scratching his head. He too had crossed paths with this Demon Emperor once before.
"Fair Ye, I beg your forgiveness for the events of that year."
Ye's mother gave a cold laugh, tilting her head in a haughty manner, clearly displeased.
"Heh, I don't hold a grudge about what happened back then. But you're hitting on my daughter—don't you owe me an explanation?"
If Su Cheng had a phone right now, he'd definitely be calling the police!
"Er, Fairy Ye, I think you must have misunderstood!"
Ye Qinghan chimed in from the side: "Mother, you've misunderstood our Master!"
Ye's mother thought to herself, Hmph, you know nothing!
"Fine, fine. As for you—you seem to have become quite powerful. Now you're even the sect leader?"
"Thanks to Fairy Ye's blessings."
Ye Qinghan was a bit bewildered. How did the Master know everyone?
But then again, it was inevitable. After all, he was the antagonist going head-to-head with Cheng Liang. If he didn't have even this much influence, what the hell would he be fighting for?
"Qinghan, I've come to share some good news."
Su Cheng didn't want to dwell on the past. He had taken over this body just days before Ye Qinghan became his disciple. The events of that time had nothing to do with him.
[Fairy Ye, let's just skip this part. It wasn't me peeking at you bathing!]
Ye Qinghan furrowed her brows slightly, feeling a touch of jealousy. If Master wanted to see, he should just come see Qinghan!
"What good news?"
【It's best to let them decide while Ye's mother is still here.】
【That way, no matter what choice Qinghan makes…】
【Given Mother Ye's character, she surely wouldn't let Qinghan unjustly kill an innocent soul.】
"I possess a method to restore your mother's physical form and grant her rebirth."
Ye Qinghan was so shocked her jaw nearly dropped to the floor. Could her master truly bring her mother back to life?
"Master, your kindness is beyond measure. Qinghan has no way to repay you…"
"Calm down, Qinghan. Restoring a physical form is no great feat for me, but reuniting a soul that has already entered the cycle of reincarnation is far from simple."
Su Cheng simply watched Ye Qinghan quietly, observing the First Disciple's emotional state as he considered his words.
Upon hearing this, Ye Qinghan thought to herself: To save Mother, even if it meant trading her own life, she wouldn't hesitate.
"Master, no matter how difficult it is, Qinghan is willing to do it. Please tell Qinghan the method to reunite the soul."
Her mind was blank at that moment—after all, her Master would never deceive her!
Whatever the Master said, she would do!
As long as it could save her mother, no method would make her hesitate!
As for the notion of souls entering reincarnation and reuniting—she hadn't given it a second thought!
But upon hearing this, Ye's mother's heart trembled. She glanced at her precious daughter and spoke plainly.
"Master Su, I am deeply grateful. To see my daughter one last time leaves me with no regrets. This so-called method of resurrection defies the natural order. It must not be attempted."
She then turned to Ye Qinghan: "My dear child, you must heed your mother's words. Under no circumstances should you attempt this method!"
Ye Qinghan looked utterly bewildered. After finally finding a way, why would Mother refuse to let her proceed?
"Mother, I trust Master. If he says there's a way, then there must be. You shouldn't worry."
Ye's mother, sensing time was running out, urgently warned Su Cheng!
"Su Cheng, do not teach my daughter this method! Such a vicious act—even if she were revived, I would rather die than live!"
Ye's mother was frantic. She knew full well how much the man before her doted on her daughter, but often, doting wasn't always a good thing!
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