My Five Bigshot Seniors: I am The Most Coddled Junior!-Chapter 390 - 70: [First Update]

The herbs Rong Ye needed to hand over to the sect, including the Purple Cloud Flying Flower, White Frost Spirit Flower, and Fire Cloud Mushroom, had all been found. Now only the Red Xuan Rice Fruit and Bicolor Time颜 Flower were left. Meanwhile, Gu Qingqing had only found the White栀 Flower and none of the others.

Among these, the Red Xuan Rice Fruit was needed by both of them, and even Zhang Mu and Feng Yang needed it as well. So the four of them decided together to find the Red Xuan Rice Fruit.

It had been mentioned before that the growth environment for the Red Xuan Rice Fruit is quite harsh. It requires ample sunlight and relatively high temperatures, and most of them grow on the edge of cliffs. Therefore, the four of them headed in this direction to search.

On the way, they were lucky to encounter some Purple Ling Grass, which was on both Gu Qingqing’s and Feng Yang’s task lists. Thus, they each picked a portion. Since they found a large cluster of the Purple Ling Grass, Rong Ye and Zhang Mu also picked some. After all, even if the sect didn’t need these herbs, they could still sell them for a good price outside!

They walked for some time afterward, and the sky began to darken. The four of them then looked for a place with relatively gentle terrain. After clearing the surrounding spirit beasts and finding that there were no particularly powerful ones, they decided to camp there for the night.

Feng Yang and Zhang Mu were quite perceptive, pitching the tent and gathering firewood. They lit a bonfire, allowing Gu Qingqing and Rong Ye to rest nearby.

Seeing their good performance, Rong Ye was quite satisfied and had Zhang Mu go to the side to hunt two Red Cloud Chickens at the Middle Stage of the Earth Immortal Realm to roast for dinner.

After having tasted Rong Ye’s barbeque last night, Zhang Mu and Feng Yang couldn’t get it off their minds. However, knowing that Rong Ye didn’t cook easily, they didn’t dare to easily ask him to do so. They could only secretly savor the memory. Hearing Rong Ye’s words now, the two eagerly went hunting together and soon emerged from the woods with two Red Cloud Chickens.

"Brother Rong, I also found some mushrooms. Could you see if they’re edible?" Feng Yang, whose family had seen tough times previously, often went to the mountains to hunt and recognized the appearance of various mushrooms and similar things, picking them to bring back and ask Rong Ye.

These things can be poisonous and shouldn’t be eaten casually. Rong Ye had him bring them over, carefully identified and discarded the poisonous ones, and instructed him to clean and prepare the rest.

Initially, he intended to make roasted chicken with both Red Cloud Chickens, but seeing the mushrooms now changed his mind, and he decided to leave one chicken to make soup.

The Red Cloud Chicken is a spirit beast at the Earth Immortal Realm, not particularly large but very beautiful. Of course, its meat is excellent, unlike some spirit beasts that taste terrible. Additionally, the chicken’s meat contains a good amount of immortal power, which can restore or absorb Immortal Qi when eaten, making it quite beneficial.

Soon, the aroma of roasting meat and fresh chicken soup permeated the air.

Once the meal was cooked, Gu Qingqing, Feng Yang, and Zhang Mu all looked eagerly at the roast meat. When Rong Ye finished distributing it, the three dived in vigorously, and after a feast, they sat contentedly holding their bellies.

Suddenly, a ball of azure light appeared around Gu Qingqing’s wrist, strikingly visible in the dark.

All four of their gazes focused on that light. Gu Qingqing was initially puzzled, wondering why her body suddenly emitted light. But when a voice sounded in her mind, she was overjoyed.

The next moment, a creature appeared in Gu Qingqing’s arms.

As the light faded, what was inside was revealed—a jade-colored spirit beast.

"Little Yu, you’re awake?" Gu Qingqing asked excitedly, cradling the spirit beast in her arms.

[Geng Geng, I’ve missed you.] A clear voice resonated in Gu Qingqing’s mind, a voice somewhere between a boy and a child, carrying a unique charm and sounding very pleasant.

"Great, you’ve finally awakened." Gu Qingqing brought Little Pixiu to her face, affectionately rubbing her cheek against it, looking utterly delighted.

After ascending to the Immortal Realm, Little Yu had awakened once. But after feeling the dense Immortal Qi in the Immortal Realm and receiving those Immortal Crystals from Gu Qingqing, it went back into slumber. Upon waking this time, it had advanced to the True Immortal Realm Middle Stage, surpassing Gu Qingqing.

[Geng Geng, now I can finally protect you.] Little Yu said excitedly.

Since following Gu Qingqing and forming a bond, Little Yu spent most of the time in slumber to enhance its cultivation. Given its cultivation had always been lower than Gu Qingqing’s, it was mostly unable to help her. Now, finally exceeding Gu Qingqing’s level, Little Yu was ecstatic to be able to protect her.

"Mm-hmm, Little Yu is the best." Gu Qingqing rubbed Little Yu’s forehead, her eyes curving into crescents with her smile.

Little Yu nodded, rubbing its head against Gu Qingqing’s cheek, its eyes also filled with joy, thoroughly enjoying the closeness with Gu Qingqing.

"Geng Geng, has Little Yu’s cultivation increased?" Seeing Little Yu, Rong Ye was somewhat surprised. Watching Gu Qingqing happily cuddle with Little Yu, he felt a touch envious and couldn’t help but ask.

"Mm-hmm, Little Yu now has a cultivation of the True Immortal Realm Middle Stage and can protect me." Gu Qingqing nodded, speaking with a hint of pride.

"Oh?" Rong Ye was a bit surprised, "That’s really wonderful." He then relaxed and let out a sigh of relief.

"Hmm, and Little Yu probably won’t fall asleep again soon and can stay with me." Although Little Yu spends most of the time sleeping, Gu Qingqing still has deep feelings for Little Yu. Now that Little Yu can accompany her, Gu Qingqing is naturally happy.

Rong Ye glanced at Little Yu in Gu Qingqing’s arms, nodded, and said nothing.

Ever since Little Yu appeared and they saw its appearance clearly, Feng Yang and Zhang Mu were stunned. Only now, hearing the conversation between Gu Qingqing and Rong Ye, did the two gradually come back to their senses.

"Senior Sister Gu, the one in your arms, could it be the legendary Piqiu?" Feng Yang asked, pointing to Little Yu in Gu Qingqing’s arms, somewhat incredulously.

Gu Qingqing glanced at Feng Yang, then at Little Yu, and smiled while nodding, "Yes, Little Yu is indeed a Piqiu."

Hearing Gu Qingqing’s words, Feng Yang and Zhang Mu exchanged glances, shocked once again.

Both Piqiu and Dragons belong to legendary creatures. The two of them never thought they would see one in reality, much less that this Piqiu seems to be Gu Qingqing’s contracted beast, which filled their gaze towards Gu Qingqing with admiration!

Earlier, during a casual chat between the four of them, they had already learned that Gu Qingqing and Rong Ye, unlike them, did not grow up in the Immortal Realm but ascended from the Lower Realm. Due to their good talent, they were taken as disciples by the Peak Master and elders of the Langya Immortal Sect not long ago. This already surprised Feng Yang and Zhang Mu quite a bit, and they never imagined Gu Qingqing actually had a Piqiu as a contracted beast!

You should know, a Piqiu is an Immortal Beast, such an existence ordinary people wouldn’t even get to see, let alone form a contract with. That’s simply wishing for the impossible!

Yet they encountered one, and at this moment, Gu Qingqing’s status in their hearts elevated once more. They even somewhat suspected whether Gu Qingqing was the favored daughter of the Heavenly Dao, otherwise how could she have such good fortune?

If they knew that Gu Qingqing’s avatar was really the Heavenly Dao of a certain world, they would probably want to kneel before Gu Qingqing!

After Little Yu woke up, Gu Qingqing focused all her energy on Little Yu, playing together. With Little Yu there, they didn’t need anyone to stand guard at night. Feeling it was about time, the four of them went into the tent to rest.

When Zhang Mu and Feng Yang woke up the next morning, Gu Qingqing and Rong Ye were already awake. Rong Ye didn’t make porridge for Gu Qingqing in the morning but instead had two pieces of cake with her.

After tidying up, the four of them continued their search for traces of the Red Xuan Rice Fruit.

Soon, Gu Qingqing discovered a new use for Little Yu, which was to find herbs!

Little Yu’s five senses and agility, along with an incredible sense for herbs and treasures, made it easy for them to find some herbs and treasures with Little Yu around. After just an hour, they had already gathered three or four Immortal Rank 4 grade herbs.

"I never expected Little Yu to be so useful; if I had known, I should have woken Little Yu up sooner." Rong Ye looked at Little Yu with wonder, somewhat regretting not waking Little Yu earlier. They might have had an easier time.

"Fifth Senior Brother, Little Yu had been asleep for a long time, waking up was already quite impressive." Gu Qingqing petted Little Yu and told Rong Ye.

"I know, I’m just expressing some feelings." Rong Ye nodded and explained to Gu Qingqing.

After walking for about another half an hour, they found another Immortal Rank 5 grade herb, then came to a pond.

"Do you all feel the temperature is a bit low here?" Feng Yang rubbed his arms and asked Gu Qingqing and the others.

"Yes, theoretically the temperature shouldn’t affect us much, but here I do feel a chill." Zhang Mu nodded in agreement while observing the surroundings.

"There should be a Cold Pond ahead, that’s why it’s so cold." Gu Qingqing could communicate with Little Yu and naturally knew what was in front, turning to explain to Feng Yang and Zhang Mu.

"No wonder I feel so cold, it’s because of the Cold Pond." Zhang Mu nodded, rubbed his arms, and remarked.

"Bicolor Time颜 Flower likes growing near Cold Ponds, perhaps there might be some here?" Rong Ye looked around, recalling the records of Bicolor Time颜 Flower, and asked.

"It’s possible, let’s go have a look first." Gu Qingqing thought about it, felt it was likely, but since they hadn’t yet seen any trace of the Bicolor Time颜 Flower, they needed to get closer to the Cold Pond.

"Yeah, let’s check it out first." Rong Ye acknowledged with a nod, and was the first to head towards the Cold Pond.

Gu Qingqing followed behind Rong Ye, with Feng Yang and Zhang Mu walking behind them.

Soon, they arrived beside the Cold Pond. Gu Qingqing’s gaze scanned the surroundings and finally focused on a tree not far from the Cold Pond.