Gu Qianyin felt a headache coming on. She knew her sister’s stubborn nature all too well; once she made up her mind to follow Terra Su, it was nearly impossible to change it.
Helpless, Gu Qianyin had to lower her voice and negotiate with Terra Su, “Young Master Su, my sister’s enthusiasm for things usually only lasts for three minutes. Once it fades, she won’t bother you anymore. So, could you please bear with her for a while? I promise we won’t disturb you for long.”
Fearing Terra Su might refuse, Gu Qianyin quickly added, “If you agree, I can act as your personal guard and protect you whenever you need.”
Gu Qianyin believed that such a condition would be hard for Terra Su to refuse. Who wouldn’t want a free guard?
Although it was certainly a great concession for Gu Qianyin to serve as a young man’s personal guard, she saw it as a way to repay her savior and didn’t feel too repulsed by the idea.
“No.”
To Gu Qianyin’s surprise, Terra Su refused again.
“I don’t need a guard,” Terra Su said.
Gu Qianyin’s face darkened involuntarily, but fortunately, her veil hid her anger. She couldn’t understand why Terra Su still refused even after she had humbled herself to offer her services.
“Young Master Su, I am sincere. What will it take for you to agree?” Gu Qianyin tried to keep her tone calm. If it weren’t for her sister, she wouldn’t have offered to be a young man’s personal guard. Although Terra Su was her savior, if it weren’t for Qianxue insisting on following him, she could have repaid the favor with material goods without such self-sacrifice.
“Big brother, do you dislike Qianxue?” Gu Qianxue asked, feeling wronged. No one had ever disliked her before.
Terra Su shook his head and was about to say something when his gaze fell on Gu Qianxue, and he was slightly stunned. This girl had an innate fire spirit body…
An innate fire spirit body was extremely rare, occurring in less than one in a hundred million people. It was a highly unique constitution. Unlike the perfectly balanced Five Elements Body, which could cultivate all five elements, the innate fire spirit body could only accommodate fire attributes, excluding all other elements.
This constitution was different from ordinary martial practitioners, whose bodies contained a mix of attributes but could only focus on one for cultivation. The innate fire spirit body could only cultivate fire attributes, and its talent in this area was exceptionally strong, facing almost no barriers in cultivating fire-based techniques and martial skills.
Moreover, due to its natural affinity with fire, those with an innate fire spirit body had exceptional talent in fire control, making them ideal candidates for alchemy. In his past life, Terra Su had known several Alchemy Emperors and Alchemy Sovereigns who had innate fire spirit bodies.
Although having an innate fire spirit body didn’t guarantee becoming an Alchemy Emperor, Gu Qianxue would find the path of the Elixir much easier than most.
However, judging by the chaotic True Essence in her body, it was clear that Gu Qianxue hadn’t cultivated any techniques specific to the innate fire spirit body. The Cloud Abyss Empire’s understanding of innate constitutions was indeed lacking, and it was likely that Gu Qianxue didn’t even know she possessed such a rare body.
If the old monsters of the Alchemy Domain from his past life heard that an innate fire spirit body was being wasted like this, they would be heartbroken.
“Fine, if you insist, then come with me,” Terra Su changed his attitude, thinking of Alchemy Sovereign Qingfeng. In his past life, Qingfeng had been his mentor. Although he wouldn’t become Qingfeng’s disciple in this life, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to present the old man with a disciple who had an innate fire spirit body.
“Big brother, you agreed?” Gu Qianxue was overjoyed.
Gu Qianyin, however, felt conflicted. She could tell that although Terra Su had agreed, there was a hint of reluctance in his tone, as if he wasn’t entirely willing.
Could it be that he really disliked having her around?
This detestable guy!
For some reason, Terra Su’s actions seemed to easily stir Gu Qianyin’s emotions. This ice-cold goddess hadn’t even noticed that her emotions had fluctuated three times because of Terra Su in such a short period, something that had never happened before.
“Hehe! I can stay by big brother’s side now!” Gu Qianxue, unconcerned with the details, excitedly ran to Terra Su and hugged his arm, smiling brightly.
Gu Qianyin’s eyelids twitched, and she couldn’t help but scold, “Qianxue, don’t be rude to Young Master Su.”
Gu Qianxue was almost at the age where men and women should keep their distance, and being so close to a man in public wasn’t appropriate.
Terra Su didn’t mind and said, “It’s fine, she’s lively.”
After all, he had no romantic interest in the little girl. Having lived two lifetimes, he saw her as a junior.
“Yay!” Gu Qianxue made a playful face, looking triumphant.
Seeing this, Gu Qianyin had no choice but to let her be.
She glanced thoughtfully at Terra Su, finding his speech a bit old-fashioned. What was this? He looked like a boy of only fifteen or sixteen.
“Young Master Su, where are you planning to go now?” Gu Qianyin asked.
“Back to Clear River City,” Terra Su replied. He had achieved his goal of practicing swordsmanship and was ready to return.
“Then, my sister and I will trouble you for a while,” Gu Qianyin said, curtseying slightly. Despite everything, basic manners were necessary, especially since Terra Su was her savior.
The two sisters followed Terra Su back to Clear River City.
As they entered the city gates, Gu Qianyin’s perfect figure and ethereal aura caused a small commotion on the streets. And this was with her face veiled; if she hadn’t been veiled, the reaction would have been much more significant.
When they returned to South Jiang Manor, Sophia Xu was stunned to see Terra Su bringing back two beautiful girls.
“Little Terra, who are these two?” Sophia Xu asked hesitantly.
Terra Su casually replied, “They are my new personal guards. Auntie, you can consider them part of South Jiang Manor from now on. Qianyin, Qianxue, this is my aunt.”
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