Marrying the Master's Wife: My Path to the Pinnacle - Chapter 32
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Chapter 32: Contacting Fellow Disciples
[Translated By Divinity]
Lu Chengfeng made his way to Black Crane Peak, just in time to witness Zhu Yuxian gracefully riding the wind. Her figure floated effortlessly, as if a mere gust could carry her from the heavens.
This lightness skill was simply mind-boggling. Lu Chengfeng had only seen the awe-inspiring sword aura the night before, and now he was witnessing the art of wind-riding.
In just a day or two, his experiences had completely shattered his previous understanding of martial arts.
“Disciple greets Master,” he said, bowing respectfully as Zhu Yuxian descended gently from the sky and landed in front of the palace.
“You’ve arrived at the right time,” she said. “The Boundless Dragon Abyss is in turmoil. A beast tide will soon sweep through the Cloud Firmament Sword Sect. Everyone in the sect, from elders to outer disciples, must obey orders.”
“Now that you’re under my tutelage, you hold the status of a True Disciple and will undoubtedly bear a significant burden. Be prepared in advance; the earliest tasks will be relayed this afternoon.”
Zhu Yuxian casually instructed, then added, “You’ve recently joined my tutelage, your martial arts skills are still developing, and now you face this tribulation. Do you have any needs? Feel free to mention them, and I’ll try my best to fulfill them.”
Lu Chengfeng’s heart stirred. He knew that if he asked for a renowned sword or some precious pills and external objects for cultivation, she wouldn’t be stingy.
But after a moment’s thought, he had a plan. He bowed and said, “Master, this disciple boldly requests the sect’s ‘Black Crane Thousand Shadows Nether Sword Scripture’ to compare with my own martial arts and enhance my cultivation. I hope Master will grant my request.”
Hearing this, Zhu Yuxian couldn’t help but frown slightly, but in the end, she just waved her sleeve, “Fine, as you wish.”
Seeing that Zhou Tong wouldn’t be arriving in time, she simply instructed, “Zhou Tong, retrieve the Black Crane Thousand Shadows Nether Sword Scripture with my handwritten notes from the third shelf in my room’s bookcase.”
“After giving him the manual, come see me. I have something for you to do.”
With that, she ignored Lu Chengfeng and turned to leave.
Seeing this, Zhou Tong couldn’t help but sigh, “Junior Brother, why do this? The Five Elements Convergence Sword Scripture left by our late master is in no way inferior to the supreme techniques of the five peaks in the sect.”
“By doing this, I’m afraid you’ve truly angered Master!”
Lu Chengfeng also noticed Zhu Yuxian’s aloof attitude, but he had his own plans which he couldn’t reveal to Zhou Tong. He could only say helplessly, “Senior Brother, perhaps my talent in the Five Elements Convergence Sword Scripture is limited. I was just thinking of drawing inspiration from other techniques to see if there are any gains.”
Zhou Tong shook his head and sighed, but the matter was already done. He could only say, “Wait here. I’ll be back soon.”
Not long after, he returned with a thick volume of martial arts secrets, contained in a rosewood box, and handed it to Lu Chengfeng.
Seeing Lu Chengfeng accept it, he shook his head, “The sect is in chaos now, and tasks will be assigned soon. You should return to Bixia Peak first. As for moving to Black Crane Peak, I’ll talk to Master after her anger subsides.”
Lu Chengfeng nodded silently, thanked him, and turned to leave.
Zhou Tong looked at his departing figure, feeling somewhat dejected, “Most True Disciples in the sect look down on the Five Elements Convergence Sword Scripture. I didn’t expect Junior Brother Lu to be the same. What a pity!”
“Master’s legacy will ultimately depend on me alone to pass on, but I…”
His heart felt heavy, a sense of immense loneliness washing over him. He turned indifferently and headed towards the Scripture Hall.
***
After descending the mountain, Lu Chengfeng didn’t return directly to Bixia Peak. Instead, he went straight to the General Affairs Hall, which managed the sect’s miscellaneous affairs. All the maids, servants, and attendants from the inner and outer peaks had to go through the General Affairs Hall for approval before entering the mountain.
The disciples working there were the most familiar with the sect’s various miscellaneous matters.
One of the former Outer Disciples of Bixia Peak, who had left previously, had bribed his way into a position at the General Affairs Hall. Although his status in the sect was low and his work tedious, it was considered stable.
Lu Chengfeng arrived at the General Affairs Hall and went directly to look for this disciple named Cai Zhang. He asked the disciples in the hall to inquire, and soon Cai Zhang came out.
Upon seeing Lu Chengfeng, Cai Zhang’s face revealed a mixture of surprise and joy. “Senior Brother, it’s you who came looking for me? I heard someone was asking for me, but I couldn’t figure out who it could be. I didn’t think I had any other acquaintances in the sect, but unexpectedly, it’s you, Senior Brother!”
He was clearly genuinely surprised, yet also incredibly delighted. “Senior Brother, I heard you passed the Outer Peak elder assessment and even had an Elder personally take you as a true disciple, joining Black Crane Peak?”
“I knew that with your talent, Senior Brother, you wouldn’t remain unknown in the sect. Indeed, it hasn’t been long, and you’ve already made a name for yourself across the peaks. Even I, in the General Affairs Hall, have heard of you.”
Lu Chengfeng smiled faintly and glanced around. Nearby, many disciples and sect members, upon hearing Cai Zhang’s words, looked over at him in surprise.
“Junior Brother Cai, could we speak in private?”
Cai Zhang hesitated for a moment, then said, “Senior Brother, please wait here. I’ll go find the steward to ask for leave. I’ll be back soon.”
Hearing this, Lu Chengfeng knew that Cai Zhang didn’t have much say in the General Affairs Hall. He was at most an errand boy, needing to ask for leave even for a short absence.
Normally, he wouldn’t want to trouble others for his own matters, but this matter was quite important. He could only clasp his hands and say, “Junior Brother, I apologize for the trouble.”
Cai Zhang had interacted with him for a few years and knew his Senior Brother’s personality. Such formality meant there must be something urgent. He quickly replied, “Senior Brother, you’re too polite. We’re fellow disciples from the same sect. Why be so formal with me? Please wait here; I’ll be back soon.”
With that, he hurriedly turned and left.
Lu Chengfeng initially thought it would take a while, but soon he saw Cai Zhang walking out of the back hall with a middle-aged steward. From afar, the steward pointed in his direction and said something.
Lu Chengfeng didn’t want to approach them abruptly, so he simply bowed in greeting.
The middle-aged steward returned the gesture and said a few more words to Cai Zhang, who then jogged over with a smile.
“Senior Brother, it’s all settled. Let’s go.”
After leaving the General Affairs Hall, Cai Zhang said with a smile, “The steward in charge of me is notoriously slick and opportunistic. He’s always been harsh towards disciples without backgrounds.”
“I’ve been given a hard time by him in the past, and asking for leave wasn’t easy. I would have had to offer some benefits. But today, just mentioning your name, Senior Brother, he immediately granted me half a day’s leave without even deducting my pay.”
“It’s all thanks to you, Senior Brother. Now even I can bask in your prestige, haha!”
Lu Chengfeng couldn’t help but smile. He hadn’t expected such a little episode. He said with a chuckle, “After all, we come from the same sect. Junior Brother, if you ever suffer any grievances in the future or need any help, don’t hesitate to come find me.”
“I’ll take you at your word, haha!” Cai Zhang had clearly learned a thing or two from his time in the General Affairs Hall. He used to be quiet, but now he was adept at building relationships.
“Don’t find me bothersome when I visit you in the future, Senior Brother.”
“You’ve certainly changed in just a few days. You’re much more open and cheerful than before,” Lu Chengfeng couldn’t help but praise.
Chatting and laughing, they entered a teahouse run by the General Affairs Hall and requested a private room on the second floor. After the tea server brought their tea and left, the room fell silent.
Lu Chengfeng held his teacup, the rising steam obscuring his face.
Seeing this, Cai Zhang slowly put down his teacup and said in a serious tone, “I know Senior Brother must have something to ask of me. Please speak freely. As long as it’s within my power, I won’t refuse.”
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