CHAPTER 204: CHAPTER 204 VISITOR (2)_1

"No, it wasn’t me who hit him; it was Brother Qing who stepped forward and did it. Heh heh heh." Shangguan You smiled proudly, watching as Shangguan Qing cleaned her hands with a towel before washing some fruit, instructing her to stay aside.

"You, what kind of fruit is this? It looks so strange." Shangguan Qing was washing the Spirit Fruit that Shangguan You had taken out from her space. It was light purple, somewhat resembling a peach but not quite, and he couldn’t help but express his curiosity.

"What’s so strange about it? As long as it’s tasty, that’s what counts. I just ate one, and it was so sweet. You should really try it, Brother Qing," Shangguan You said with a light smile, tossing one to Shangguan Qing and then moving on to other fruits.

"Hmm, it really is quite sweet—cool and yet warming at the same time. Not bad, not bad. You really know how to choose," Shangguan Qing praised casually.

"Of course. Just look who picked them out." Shangguan You lifted her head smugly, feeling extremely pleased with herself.

"Silly girl, you get one compliment and you’re ready to fly to the moon. Come on, let’s take them out," Shangguan Qing said with a light smile, ruffling her hair. Then, the two of them each carried a plate of fruit into the living room.

"Grandpa, Grandma, Uncle, Aunt, Dad, fruit time!" Shangguan You promptly divided the Spirit Fruit she was holding, giving one to each person. Although there were many of these fruits, they could also be used in medicine-making, so they shouldn’t be wasted. Naturally, one for each person was enough.

"You, where did you buy these? I’ve never seen fruit like this before," Shangguan Hao said with a loving expression, biting into one. He was impressed by how much Shangguan You had changed after half a year in B City.

"Bought them on the main street," Shangguan You pouted, handing the last two to Ye An. She also bit into one, noticing Ye An’s startled reactions throughout the evening. He was acting strangely, even though Third Young Master Ye seemed normal. Shangguan You placed a fruit in Ye An’s hand, looking at him curiously. What’s up with him?

"Is this a Biling Fruit?" Ye An exclaimed in shock, staring at the pale purple fruit in his hand, hardly believing his eyes. Is this the legendary Biling Fruit discussed in the Ancient Book, a Spirit Fruit that had vanished from records? How could it appear here, being treated merely as fruit, one for each person? If those old fogeys knew about this, they would surely cough up blood in frustration!

It was just like the fish dish on the table earlier; I could clearly feel the Spiritual Energy emanating from it. Such precious items are being consumed as common dishes! What kind of secret does the Shangguan Family hold?

No wonder even the usually mysterious Young Master keeps appearing at the Shangguan residence time and time again.

"Biling Fruit?" Shangguan You raised an eyebrow, looking at Third Young Master Ye indifferently. What’s that? I just call them fruit. There are tons of them planted in my space. Apart from eating them, I don’t think they have any other use.

"This fruit is only half-ripe now. If it fully matures, it will turn completely green, which is why it’s called Biling Fruit. It’s said that eating this fruit can not only enhance one’s health but also have cosmetic benefits," Third Young Master Ye said indifferently. He omitted an even more critical function for Cultivators: it could help them better accumulate the surrounding Spiritual Energy. That was the true value of the Biling Fruit.

In this heavily polluted world, Spiritual Energy was increasingly scarce. No matter how talented one might be, it was difficult to achieve much with such thin Spiritual Energy. Having this fruit could make things many times easier. However, such Biling Fruits were merely the stuff of legend; it was unexpected to find them at the Shangguan household.

"Really? Then, Auntie and Grandma, you should eat a few more. That way, we can all live longer, look younger, and become even more beautiful!" Shangguan You’s eyes sparkled as she acted coquettishly, clinging to Ruoling’s arm.

"You silly girl," Ruoling said endearingly, tapping Shangguan You’s forehead.

"You, here’s what you requested. I’ve prepared everything according to your instructions." With a glance from Third Young Master Ye, Ye An opened several boxes, revealing finely crafted items.

There were two pairs of emerald bracelets and a Guanyin pendant. The items possessed a faint luster and were extraordinarily translucent under the sunlight, with green hues seeming to flow within the jade bracelets.

"This is the finest of jades!" Old Madam Shangguan exclaimed, her eyes widening at the sight of the bracelets.

"Yes, these are the items You asked me to craft. I managed to deliver them just in time for the New Year," Third Young Master Ye said softly, placing the items in front of Shangguan You. There had been three boxes, but now there was an additional one.

"This one is a complimentary gift," Third Young Master Ye said, handing the top box to Shangguan You.

"What is this?" Shangguan You asked in confusion as she opened the box. A light purple bracelet radiating an iridescent glow appeared before her, its brilliance almost blinding.

"A Purple Jade Consort’s Bracelet. I think it suits you very well," Third Young Master Ye said with a soft smile. He took the bracelet and, without giving her a chance to refuse, placed it on her wrist.

His movements were so fast that everyone only saw a black shadow flash before the Purple Jade Consort’s Bracelet was already securely on her right wrist, snug against her skin. Shangguan You could feel a warm sensation emanating from it. It’s warm jade—warm in the winter and cool in the summer! But why is he giving it to me?

"I can’t accept this."

"It’s my gift to you. Wear it well, and don’t you dare take it off." Third Young Master Ye’s voice was somewhat domineering. A glint passed through his deep eyes before he casually sat down.

It was as if the others hadn’t noticed the exchange. Shangguan You looked up at Third Young Master Ye. Why did no one in my family react to him putting the bracelet on my wrist? Not even Brother Qing said anything!

Could it be that Third Young Master Ye used a Stasis Curse again?

Shangguan You felt the warmth spreading from her wrist. She could clearly sense her Spatial Bracelet and the new Purple Jade Bracelet touching. Her Spatial Bracelet, though invisible, truly existed on her wrist, and now her right hand had an additional bracelet. Has Third Young Master Ye discovered something?

Shangguan You gave the Guanyin pendant to Old Madam Shangguan and one pair of jade bracelets to Ruoling. She intended to give the other pair to the mother she had never met.