Chapter 232: Heart as Hard as Iron! (Request Subscription)
Hua Youxiang is different from Hua Xianzi; on Sword Edge Mountain, the person flower sisters have the most contact with is Chen Yi, and they're very familiar with him.
In their hearts, Brother Chen Yi is not only a gifted, supremely cultivated Taoist prodigy but also a person with a very good heart.
He helps every fellow disciple on Sword Edge Mountain, whether in cultivation techniques, Sword Dao, or daily life, he strives to support his brothers and sisters.
If Brother Chen Yi could become her brother-in-law, the flower sisters would definitely raise both hands and feet in agreement.
In fact, when Hua Xianzi and Chen Yi went to the Southern Barbarian land for training, the flower sisters once asked Hua Yourong for her opinion.
Although Hua Yourong seemed timid, she agreed with the idea—hoping Hua Xianzi could become Brother Chen Yi's Tao companion.
"But, it's so hard."
Hua Youxiang looked at Hua Xianzi standing alongside Lin Xueru, comparing their strengths and weaknesses on her fingers.
In terms of talent.
The eldest sister's Elixir Qi is like clouds; her Alchemy Dao realm has reached the peak of perfection, about to enter the Transparent Realm.
Her cultivation is also at the peak of the Fourth Grade Spirit Aperture Realm, soon to break through to the Third Grade Heavenly Union Realm.
However, Hua Youxiang had to admit that Senior Sister Lin Xueru's talent is higher, with cultivation, techniques, and even bloodline surpassing the eldest sister by a notch.
Appearance-wise.
In this aspect, the eldest sister has a slight advantage, as she is the second among the "Ten Great Immortals," while Senior Sister Lin Xueru is the third.
Both are only slightly inferior to the Fairy Qingxuan of Baihua Valley.
Family background... best not to mention.
Thinking of this, Hua Youxiang scratched her forehead.
No matter which angle she compares from, Senior Sister Lin Xueru indeed seems more suitable to stand beside Brother Chen Yi than the eldest sister Hua Xianzi.
Plus, there's that childhood engagement... Hua Youxiang somewhat understands why Hua Xianzi hesitates.
"Don't fear, don't fear."
"Senior Sister Lin stands out in talent, appearance, and background, but she's only one person; the eldest sister has me, Hua Youxiang, and also Hua Yourong!"
"As long as we sisters unite, we can certainly make Brother Chen Yi and the eldest sister be together!"
Hua Xianzi wasn't aware of what Hua Youxiang had in mind, otherwise, her usual image in front of her sister would definitely not hold up, leaving only shyness.
Lin Xueru sat at the dining table, her eyes occasionally glancing towards Chunhe Garden, saying:
"There are less than half a month left before the grand event, and in a few days, we need to go to Dakong Temple to register our names."
"I wonder when Brother Yi will finish his closed cultivation; if he misses the hour..."
"Junior Sister, don't worry, with Chen Yi's talent and cultivation, even if he doesn't attend the event, the Imperial Court won't let him fall short."
Xiao Xuanzhen comforted her and then said:
"According to Uncle Gu, this event is unprecedented in scale and might last a very long time."
Hua Youxiang laughed while having breakfast, saying: "If only it could be like our sect's minor exam."
"Let Brother Chen Yi serve as the chief examiner, and the event's results would soon be decided."
Xiao Xuanzhen looked odd and said: "Junior Sister, if such rules were set, our Wei Dynasty would become a joke on the Tianyuan Continent."
"Why is that?" Hua Youxiang asked puzzledly: "Isn't it good to let Brother Yi inspect?"
"It's not bad; it's just that doing so would lose the purpose of the Imperial Court and the Holy Emperor holding the event." Lin Xueru explained:
"This event is not only for the upcoming selection for the Tianyuan Continent but also to show the Wei Dynasty's prodigy to the surrounding areas."
"If Brother Yi becomes the examiner, all prodigies participating in the event might lose the chance to showcase their skills."
Hua Youxiang tilted her head and thought for a moment, realizing it indeed made sense.
Like when she participates in the event, competing with others is one aspect; more importantly, it's to spread the name "Hua Youxiang," so when roaming the Martial World later, she could gain some recognition.
"That's true..."
While Lin Xueru and the four girls enjoyed breakfast at the Chen Residence, Gu Tiangang and Cao Abao unexpectedly saw Li Qingzhou flash into view.
"Junior Brother Qingzhou, what brings you here?" The Ancient Tao looked at him puzzledly and asked.
Previously, Li Qingzhou only guarded in the shadows and did not appear before them; now seeing him show up, Gu Tiangang presumed it was arranged by Xiao Huang.
Li Qingzhou glanced towards Chunhe Garden and said: "I have been here for two days, but didn't expect Yi Er to spend such a long time in closed cultivation."
Gu Tiangang and Cao Abao exchanged a look and nodded, saying: "Nephew Chen Yi seems to be advancing in cultivation, possibly having another epiphany."
Cao Abao agreed: "Indeed, if his cultivation breaks through to the Void Extreme Realm, it would be an achievement for the sect too."
"In this way, his chances of being chosen for that gamble are even slightly greater."
"..."
Gu Tiangang gave him a sideways glance, chiding: "Ah Bao Junior Brother, even now, Nephew Chen Yi could be chosen; the ancestors on Taizhou Mountain aren't blind."
Saying this, he looked at Li Qingzhou and asked: "Have you heard of Nephew Chen Yi's journey to Wuliang Mountain recently, Junior Brother?"
Li Qingzhou nodded: "Returning from Taizhou Mountain, I met Lou Yuchun and others."
"Did nothing happen between you?"
Li Qingzhou smiled and said: "Yi Er was indeed domineering on Wuliang Mountain, but fortunately, Senior Gushan handled it well, turning enmity into friendship; that matter is thoroughly settled."
"That's good, previously Brother Xiao sent word that Wuliang Mountain already delivered compensation to Sword Edge Mountain; this old Taoist was happy for several days."
Beside him, Cao Abao echoed a few words, then turned to say: "Earlier we were tense, but now with Junior Brother Qingzhou stationed at the Duke Wu An Mansion, Nephew Chen Yi's closed cultivation is without danger."