CHAPTER 187: CHAPTER 107: SURELY OLD FOUR ISN’T CONSIDERING SUICIDE, RIGHT? (6K)_2

"Hu!"

Niu Guangmo and the other seven quickly ran forward to help, but Yan Xiaohu refused.

Zhou Qing smiled and greeted them.

The eight felt an immense sadness, recalling their journey to Cyan Wood City to investigate the Blood Tai Sui, scenes that were still vivid in their minds.

Zhou Qing wasn’t a fool; he knew what they were thinking. But it had to be said, he was now the safest one among them.

In the eyes of everyone, he was as good as a wastrel; even people from the Cangyan Daoist Palace couldn’t be bothered with him.

Instead of dying quickly, he was left to live without hope, worse than death.

Yet now, he could strike unexpectedly at any time.

No one knew how much time had passed when Yan Xiaohu suddenly stopped. Zhou Qing, on his back, seemed to sense something and looked up in astonishment.

In front of his house, many core disciples were quietly waiting.

Lu Yaoyao was the first to rush over, her eyes red. She hadn’t spoken yet, but when she saw Zhou Qing’s frail state, tears rolled down her cheeks.

[Heart Mirror Points +9]

The "So Powerful" above her head instantly turned into "So Heartache."

[Heart Mirror Points +9]

Yuqing Peak’s Senior Sister Shi Zhen also approached hesitantly. Her aura still indicated Golden Core Realm perfection, indicating a recent failed attempt to break through to Nascent Soul.

The "Well-versed Zhou Junior Brother" above her head turned into "Pitiful Helpless Zhou Junior Brother."

[Heart Mirror Points +9]

Another notification sounded, and in the crowd, Li Daoxuan’s expression showed pity, the notes above his head changing from "Perverted Rascal with Some Brains" to "Poor Man."

Zhou Qing couldn’t help but chuckle inwardly.

For so long, this was the first time he’d seen his notes change to such a simple three words and get rid of "Perverted Rascal."

It was not easy indeed.

The atmosphere was heavy and no one spoke.

Zhou Qing then smiled and said, "Everyone is here. Why not come inside and sit?"

Saying so, he instinctively reached for his storage bag, only to pause in embarrassment.

His identity token was inside the storage bag, which could only be opened with his spiritual power and soul power mark.

But he had no spiritual power now. Unless he was killed and lost his soul mark, the storage bag would remain his.

How did I forget this problem coming back?

"Why don’t you stay put instead of coming back? Do I have an old person’s scent on my bed?!"

At that moment, a figure suddenly appeared in the center of the crowd.

The disciples hurriedly greeted, "Greetings, Uncle Mo!"

Mo Xingjian glanced helplessly at Zhou Qing, then flicked his fingers, causing the barrier around the courtyard to shatter and the gate to slowly open.

"It’s kind of you all to visit him, but he still needs to rest and recuperate!" Mo Xingjian said, looking around with a gratified expression.

The crowd expressed their understanding, having witnessed last night’s grand healing event.

"Then Junior Brother Zhou, we’ll leave first. Take care and heal well."

"Yes, Senior Brothers and Sisters will visit you again when leisure time allows."

"It’s not a big deal. We have Senior Brothers here."

...

Everyone was comforting their youngest junior brother in their own way.

A surge of indescribable warmth filled Zhou Qing’s heart. As people say, adversity reveals true feelings. Although Taiqing Sect was divided into Thirteen Peaks, they watched and supported each other like a family.

Unlike other sects with their schemes and deceit.

Their thoughts and actions stemmed from their respective masters, revealing the harmonious and amicable relationships between the thirteen peak masters.

Zhou Qing expressed his gratitude continuously. Lu Yaoyao looked at Zhou Qing, biting her lip and wiping her tears.

Seeing her, Zhou Qing suddenly remembered what Yan Xiaohu had told him six months ago upon parting ways; did he really resemble her brother?

"Don’t worry, I’m really fine!" Zhou Qing said.

Lu Yaoyao nodded heavily, her eyes full of determination: "I believe in you. You’ll get better. This is just temporary. You’ve never easily given up."

Zhou Qing was taken aback, feeling as though she knew him well.

Then, Li Daoxuan stepped forward, gently patted Zhou Qing’s shoulder, and said, "When you recover, let’s have a drink together."

"Thank you, Senior Brother Li!" Zhou Qing responded gratefully.

Afterwards, everyone gradually left, and Zhou Qing returned to his residence with Niu Guangmo and the others swiftly helping him make the bed and clean up.

Meanwhile, Mo Xingjian set up a new barrier for protection.

"Remember, always hold onto hope. Once your life is gone, everything you possess is just dust in the wind. At least you are still here!"

Mo Xingjian said earnestly, looking at Zhou Qing.

Zhou Qing smiled and nodded, showing he understood.

Mo Xingjian then took out a booklet titled "Flame Sun Dominating Body Skills."

"This is an advanced body refining technique using the power of the sun to temper the body. Once you’ve recovered enough, I suggest you practice it. You might see unexpected results!" Mo Xingjian said.

Looking at his master and the silent Yan Xiaohu beside the bed, Zhou Qing smiled and accepted it.

However, seeing their worried expressions, Zhou Qing wanted to reveal a bit more of his secret to them.

But now he wasn’t sure when his new Golden Core would grow back. Let’s wait a few days and see how things go.

It could be a pleasant surprise for both.