Chapter 106 - There's a Conspiracy Please Subscribe

Yan Weiwei not only taught Cai Xiangxiang the cultivation technique, but to ensure she wouldn’t be too weak today, she also lent her some magical treasures she had used before.

Yan Weiwei used this method of lending out of consideration for Cai Xiangxiang’s pride.

Moreover, these were her possessions, which she could also keep for her family to pass on to someone else in the future.

In an ordinary family, there might emerge someone with a spiritual root just like her, ensuring the continuation of their lineage.

Since her cultivation had increased, Yan Weiwei required tailored magical treasures and had asked Brother Ye Tian to refine several for her.

When they arrived at the competition grounds of the Immortal Sect, many cultivators from the high realm were present although the judges on the stage had yet to arrive.

However, many servant disciples were there since today was their competition, an important part of their assessment.

If they won, they could join the ranks of the Outer Sect disciples, gaining access to superior resources.

Yan Weiwei took her seat among the Inner Sect disciples.

Many fellow brothers and sisters of the same level were present, and they greeted her warmly upon her arrival.

A sister sitting next to her looked at Yan Weiwei with envy.

Why was her skin so perfect, despite both being cultivators?

With such a beautiful figure, had she taken a Beauty Pill?

The sister had taken the same pills, yet why weren’t the effects the same?

Could it be that she had purchased fake pills?

To preserve her youth, she had invested heavily, and even took on many perilous missions.

She barely escaped being poisoned by creatures and almost got killed by others.

“Sister Yan, how is your skin so good?

Have you taken a Beauty Pill?

Which pharmacy did you buy it from?”

Yan Weiwei, upon hearing the sister’s words and under the gaze of many brothers and sisters, felt a bit puzzled.

Couldn’t someone naturally have good skin?

Must it be assumed that it was the result of taking pills?

Wouldn’t consuming too many pills have side effects?

“Sister, I’ve never even seen what a Beauty Pill looks like.

Could you please show me so I know that taking such a pill can result in good skin and eternal youth?”

“Pfft”

Someone let out a laugh.

Following the first person’s laughter, many others joined in.

“Hmph, Sister Yan, I simply don’t believe you haven’t taken any pills.”

“Believe it or not, that’s up to you, Sister.

We barely have enough money to buy resources for cultivation, let alone spend on such unneeded things.”

Yan Weiwei shook her head.

Some people also nodded along, feeling that Yan Weiwei’s words made sense.

Their conversation was quietly overheard by many.

Who could resist eavesdropping in the presence of a beauty?

“Sister Yan, I’ve heard you’ve been frequently visiting the Refining Artifacts Peak to see Brother Ye Tian these past few days.

Could it be that you’re interested in him?”

The sister, feeling outmatched in their previous exchange, shifted the topic.

This was a matter of interest for many sisters, and even more people pricked up their ears – the ears of cultivators being particularly sensitive, capable of picking up the faintest of sounds.

And since the competition had not yet begun, they were simply passing the time, not exactly eavesdropping.

Yan Weiwei had just glanced at the Golden Core Elders on the stage who were beginning to arrive, along with the direct disciples and other Inner Sect disciples, but Ye Tian was nowhere to be seen.

The very person the sister had mentioned, why wasn’t he here to watch?

“Sister, please be careful with your words.

It’s said that you have also sought Brother Ye Tian for Artifact Refining.

I have no particular intentions, so please do not spread rumors.”

“Hmph, it better not be true, otherwise, you’ll become a great rival to all the female cultivators of the North City Immortal Sect.”

“Hey, Sister, you’re making too much of it.

For us cultivators, the path to immortality is long.

Why rush to find a companion so soon?”

“You make it sound so easy, but if you didn’t want to, you wouldn’t have sought out Ye Tian.

You say one thing and do another, truly hypocritical.”

“Senior Sister, I don’t know what you’re thinking, but frankly, I don’t want to think about anything right now, I just want to become stronger.”

“You?

With how poor you are, how strong can you possibly become?”

“Shh, Senior Sister, please don’t speak.

The Servant Disciples are starting to draw lots for the competition.”

Yan Weiwei’s gaze remained fixed on Cai Xiangxiang, noticing that she, upon arriving among the group of Servant Disciples, seemed quite popular, especially with the male cultivators, who kept talking to her.

Cai Xiangxiang, however, always kept her head lowered, a modesty that did not diminish her beauty, and it even drew people’s protective instincts.

Despite having the Magical Treasure given to her by the Artifact Refiner Yan Weiwei had arranged a few days ago, Cai Xiangxiang still lacked confidence.

She remained among the group of Servant Disciples with her head bowed, hoping to go unnoticed.

Yet, even with her head down, some could still sense her beauty.

Many of the Servant Disciples had never seen her before, and both men and women were curious.

They wondered whether this beautiful female disciple served as a maid for someone or was from one of the peaks.

“Hehe, how come I’ve never seen you before, Junior Sister?

What should I call you?”

A disciple about the same age as Cai Xiangxiang spoke up.

His cultivation was not exceptional, nor was his appearance particularly notable, but his inquisitive and chatty nature stood out.

“I… it’s probably better not to say.”

Cai Xiangxiang intended to avoid drawing attention, but when someone asked, she hesitated to reveal her name, knowing it would be known eventually, especially during the competition, when others would learn it.

“Beautiful Junior Sister, you look new here.

You’re not like those of us who have been here for years.

We’ll get to know each other by chatting, and who knows, maybe we’ll compete together later?

Please go easy on me then.”

“I dare not…”

Cai Xiangxiang kept her head raised and her words brief, but those wanting to get to know her didn’t pass up the opportunity.

“Senior Sister, how may I address you?

Which peak do you cultivate at?

I’ve never seen you before.”

The speaker was a woman with a charming voice and delicate features, speaking in a friendly manner.

Had nobody paid attention to her eyes, her demeanour could’ve deceived them.

One can disguise expressions, but eyes are not so easily masked, and hers were full of jealousy.

Today, she should have been the center of attention among the Servant Disciples.

She, too, had maintained a facade, but with different intentions.

This competition was a perfect opportunity.

“All disciples draw lots.”

Did anyone have anything more to say?

The Elder hosting the competition started to speak, and the Servant Disciples moved to draw their lots, each taking their turn.

Cai Xiangxiang drew the second stage, the fourth match.

She stood silently to the side, awaiting the start of the competition.

Combatants were already soaring onto the stage, engaging in fierce battles.

Cai Xiangxiang paid close attention to these bouts.

Observing matches and the best position within the competition was in the middle; competing too early could lead to nervousness affecting one’s performance.

Competing late meant not being in the spotlight.

In the middle, having watched several matches, she felt a slight bit of confidence, just enough to catch her opponent off guard and defeat them with a swift move, winning the match.

Cai Xiangxiang never expected to become an Outer Sect Disciple this time, nor did she want to be the focus, fearing that it would bring more danger.

However, often many things don’t go as one wishes, and not wanting to become famous doesn’t mean you won’t be.”