This Human Immortal Is Too Serious-Chapter 426 - 424 Xihe Makes a Second Request, Wishing to Bestow Gifts upon the Junior Preceptor

As soon as Lin Suqing arrived, Wu Wang discovered his good days had returned.

He didn't need to worry about his surroundings when cultivating; whenever he opened his eyes, Lin Suqing was always there. She would always bring tea and snacks on time, along with the latest noteworthy news from the outside world. Before going out, he didn't need to change his clothes by himself, as prepared garments would appear before him, along with a pair of nimble little hands skillfully helping him slip out of his old clothes and straighten his robe.

Before the arrival of Yu Fenman and the other two Maidens, Lin Suqing was still relatively 'restrained.' Once the three Maidens arrived, the entire God of Spring's Temple had essentially become Lin Suqing's 'battlefield.' She not only kept everything in perfect order but also included the Young Master among those she served. What Wu Wang found most incredible was how quickly both the Young Master and Nu Chou had accepted Lin Suqing. They even followed her minor suggestions for all sorts of arrangements in the God of Spring's Temple.

Xiao Ming also began to trail after Lin Suqing, constantly calling out, "Auntie Suqing! Auntie Suqing!" in exchange for Lin Suqing's varied praise and the occasional small snack as a reward.

Nu Chou was almost on the verge of 'unemployment,' but she was rather grateful for it. Wu Wang had no idea how Lin Suqing did it, but both the Young Master and Nu Chou had no hostility towards her, and even showed a strange sort of respect.

*On the Professionalism of a Head Maiden*.

Wu Wang pondered carefully and found the most critical reason: Lin Suqing was really too weak!

This... Well, never mind. Let her be.

The old auntie's cultivation speed might not be considered fast, but among Human Domain cultivators, she was above average, and reaching the Heavenly Immortal Realm safely wouldn't be a problem. By the time she reached the Heavenly Immortal Realm, this world would either be already controlled by the Heavenly Dao, where he could directly open a back door for her, or it would have been destroyed by either Candle Dragon or Emperor Shun, making her Transcendent achievement inconsequential.

Calculating the hours, Wu Wang rose from his meditation cushion. The constant socializing of recent days had left him quite weary, and he couldn't help but yawn. If Xihe hadn't invited him to the banquet, Wu Wang would have preferred to skip such 'socializing.'

The Young Master hummed a light tune as she came from another corner, followed by Lin Suqing holding a black robe.

Wu Wang wondered, "Why are we wearing black robes today?"

Lin Suqing blinked and said with a smile, "Wouldn't it be nice to wear the same color as the Young Master? It shows closeness, you know."

The Young Master pursed her lips, smiling, and couldn't help but clasp her hands behind her back.

Wu Wang calmly changed into the attire and secretly glared at Lin Suqing, who made a face and quickly helped Wu Wang put on his robe and tie the jade belt before floating away with the tray.

The Young Master looked Wu Wang up and down and praised, "Since Suqing came, you look like a different person, dressed much more pleasing to the eye than before."

"Heh," Wu Wang stretched. "As long as you're both happy."

The Young Master covered her mouth with a light laugh and voluntarily moved closer to Wu Wang. Wu Wang rode upon a white cloud, carrying her out of the temple, both heading to Xihe's banquet.

No sooner had they stepped out than they happened to meet several Divine Spirits floating past, who greeted them familiarly. Wu Wang replied with a smile and exchanged a few cordial words. They turned past the Temple and headed towards the Mother of the Sun's palace.

All around the Heaven Palace, there were suddenly many more Divine Spirits strolling around, seemingly unintentionally adjusting their paths to coincide with those of Wu Wang and the Young Master. And then, as if running into them by chance, they would call out:

"Well, well, where are Your Excellencies headed?"

"Have you had your meal?"

"My, the Young Master is looking particularly beautiful today, and the God of Spring is so heroic as well!"

Wu Wang handled it with ease, continuously exchanging pleasantries with them. The Young Master, however, was somewhat unaccustomed, her cheeks blushing slightly at the praise, not sure if she should reciprocate. This lively journey transformed Wu Wang into a 'celebrity' in the Heaven Palace.

He remembered, not long ago, there were turbulent undercurrents within the Heaven Palace, and the Anti-Spring Alliance was eager to act, with half of the Heaven Palace's Divine Spirits viewing Wu Wang as a thorn in their side. In such a short time, the attitude of the Divine Spirits in the Heaven Palace towards Wu Wang had completely flipped.

Lesser gods tried to get familiar, hoping to secure a path to becoming a Main God; Main Gods intended to form connections, mostly for the stability of their own positions. At this moment, half of the thirty strongest Divine Spirits in the Heaven Palace had already sent gifts to Wu Wang, though they maintained their statuses without directly making contact and forming friendships.

As they neared the Mother of the Sun's traveling palace, the Young Master suddenly sighed.

"What's wrong?" Wu Wang gently patted her delicate hand and asked with concern, "Is something troubling you?"

"I don't know why, but seeing them like this makes me uncomfortable." The Young Master pouted slightly and sent a voice transmission: "Why do enemies who used to fight and kill each other not continue to be hostile but instead come to curry favor? Can their own stances be abandoned so easily?"

Wu Wang laughed and said, "You'll get used to such things after seeing them often. Come on, let's not keep Lady Xihe waiting too long."

"Mm," the Young Master responded softly, not letting such matters affect her mood.

The sound of bells and drums came from the front, and two teams of Maidens came out to greet them at the palace gate. A seven-colored light transformed into an arched bridge, emanating from the main entrance of Xihe's palace and landing at the feet of Wu Wang and the Young Master. The Divine Spirits of the Heaven Palace immediately understood: Lady Xihe was hosting a banquet for the God of Spring and the Young Master. Thus, they re-evaluated the God of Spring's status in the Heaven Palace, and their apprehension towards him grew.

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The Mirror God was feeling a bit panicked now. In the temple of the Mirror God, this Innate God who liked to wear golden gowns paced back and forth in front of the tall mirrors. She had never expected it. Back when she was compelled to choose, she had sided with the God of Spring. Now, tables had turned: the God of Spring had become a highly sought-after power in the Heaven Palace, favored by the Heavenly Emperor, supported by the Star Gods, and even showed signs of replacing the Head Manager.

As the only ally of the God of Spring back then, the Mirror God not only failed to gain more benefits but was also threatened both openly and secretly. This was her own fault. After choosing to ally with the God of Spring, she had succumbed to immense pressure and kept her distance, only making one or two gestures of goodwill. Regarding development in the Divine Realm, her Mirror God's Divine World had indeed provided considerable support to the God of Spring's Divine World. But these were mere trifles, which the God of Spring naturally wouldn't have paid much attention to.

Now truly alarmed, the Mirror God wanted to visit the God of Spring's Temple but feared that doing so would attract the envy of other Divine Spirits, making her situation in the Heaven Palace even more difficult. She was, after all, a Main God ranked near the bottom, liable to be replaced at any time by stronger lesser gods. She especially couldn't afford to make mistakes.

"Enough," the Mirror God sighed. "I haven't done anything to feel guilty about. Why be so anxious? It would be better to sever all connections with the God of Spring now. Whether he climbs to great heights or becomes the Power God, it has nothing to do with me. In the Heaven Palace, just being a Main God and getting some Divine Power is sufficient."

Thus, she convinced herself. Sighing repeatedly before the mirrors, she quickly hid the gloom in her eyes and prepared to go to the Divine Pool for a comfortable sleep.

Suddenly, a Maiden's report came from outside the temple: "Mistress! Someone from the Mother of the Sun has come to invite you to a banquet!"

"Hmm?" The Mirror God frowned slightly, clearly seeing her own surprised expression in the mirror. She asked in disbelief, "Lady Xihe?"

The Maiden, who was from the Qingqiu clan, hurriedly reported, "Yes, Mistress. The Divine Guard has Lady Xihe's Token, and their armor bears the mark of Yang Valley!"

"I will go at once. Please ask those Divine Guards to wait a moment." The Mirror God responded without delay, her figure flashing into a corner of the grand hall. In the time it took to brew a cup of tea, the Mirror God had changed into a fitting, light gray long dress. Her face was lightly made up, her long hair simply tied, and she had specifically chosen jade accessories. It was nothing much, just that Lady Xihe also favored gold.

Though her heart was full of doubts, the Mirror God maintained a calm facade. After stepping out and verifying the Divine Guard's Token, she rode a cloud towards the Mother of the Sun's palace. Throughout the journey, she couldn't fathom why the lofty Lady Xihe would suddenly invite her, a virtually unknown Main God of the Heaven Palace, to a banquet.

When the Mirror God arrived at the heavily guarded palace gate, one of Xihe's personal Maidens came forward to greet her and kindly reminded her: "Mirror God, please don't be too restrained later. My master dislikes overly complimentary words."

"May I ask..." the Mirror God transmitted, "why has Lady Xihe suddenly summoned me?"

The Maiden covered her mouth and giggled. She maintained the form of an Innate Dao Body, so her original race was unknown. She led the Mirror God inside, and with the gentle music playing, she said with a smile: "The God of Spring has always been praising you, Mirror God, for your overflowing talent. You are indeed a rare Goddess in the Heaven Palace."

She was clearly telling the Mirror God the reason. The Mirror God was taken aback and hadn't fully processed this when she heard laughter and conversation from up ahead.

The banquet was set in a side hall, where three sides revealed a magnificent view of the sea of clouds; four White Jade Columns supported the dome above, covered in frescoes. The Mirror God saw three figures seated around a round table, no more than half a zhang in diameter. Lady Xihe was in the center, dignified, stunning, and exuding grace. Beside her was the Young Master, beautiful with fair skin, delicate and captivating. At the end of the table sat the God of Spring, imposing and heroic. The table bore few dishes, with cups of tea and wine half full.

Lady Xihe smiled. "Ah, Mirror God, you've arrived."

Wu Wang and the Young Master rose together. The Young Master smiled and nodded at the Mirror God, while Wu Wang greeted her warmly: "Mirror God, how have you been? I haven't seen you for a while, and I've missed you a bit. So, I took the liberty of asking Lady Xihe to invite you over."

The Mirror God bowed to Lady Xihe, then smiled gracefully and said softly, "For the God of Spring to still remember me, I am truly flattered. I thought that with so many Divine Spirits around you, you might have forgotten me."

"Heh," Wu Wang chuckled. "You were the one who brought me to the Heaven Palace. And after I arrived, it was thanks to your help that my Divine Realm gained a foothold. This could be considered a complex bond; how could I forget?"

The Mirror God bowed to the Young Master. Lady Xihe gently prompted from the side, urging the three guests to sit down again.

"Thank you for your hospitality," the Mirror God said. She deliberately sat slightly back, by about half a body's width. She didn't touch her chopsticks, merely raising her cup in acknowledgment.

Lady Xihe cast an appreciative smile at the Mirror God and continued to talk to Wu Wang about various amusing tales, mostly related to the ancient Star Gods.

Halfway through the banquet, Lady Xihe gently clapped her hands. The dancers who had been performing gracefully retreated, and the musicians in the corners also stood up and left.

Clearing the room?

Wu Wang chuckled. "Lady Xihe, what is this about?"

"There are some matters I wish to discuss with the God of Spring. They were a bit noisy," Lady Xihe said softly.

The Mirror God promptly stood up. "Your Excellencies, I am feeling a little unwell. I shall take my leave."

Lady Xihe said with a smile, "Mirror God, don't be a stranger. It's not a matter that can't be seen by others."

"Yes," the Mirror God returned to her seat and sat upright, yet with lowered eyes, not saying more.

The Young Master, however, didn't concern herself with such matters and continued to enjoy the delicious food without giving Lady Xihe another glance.

Lady Xihe went straight to the point: "God of Spring, do you remember what you promised me before?"

Wu Wang smiled. "To teach Their Highnesses, the Crown Princes?"

"Exactly," Lady Xihe said. "Now that you, God of Spring, have no more worries in the Heaven Palace, with the Star Gods backing you and His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor treating you favorably, surely you can't refuse this request anymore."

"This..." Wu Wang pondered for a moment, his face showing his reluctance.

The Young Master glanced at him and whispered, "Is this very demanding?"

Lady Xihe smiled and said, "You only need to visit Yang Valley once a month, no more than half a day each time."

"The main thing is!" Wu Wang quickly interjected, afraid the matter would be settled haphazardly if the Young Master kept talking. "Mainly, I don't know what I should teach Their Highnesses."

"Oh?" Lady Xihe chuckled. "The God of Spring possesses world-managing talent. How could you not know what to teach?"

Wu Wang gave an awkward laugh and sighed. "Lady Xihe, I'm genuinely afraid of leading the ten Crown Princes astray. If that happened, I would truly be a sinner in the eyes of the Heaven Palace... By the way, what is the current situation of the ten Highnesses?"

"Their situation?"

"Yes," Wu Wang chose his words carefully. "Currently, what books have Their Highnesses read, and how much Divine Power do they possess?"

At this, Xihe's expression darkened. The Young Master tugged at Wu Wang's sleeve under the table and blinked at him. Wu Wang immediately realized he had misspoken. However, he maintained a puzzled look, offered no apology, and simply looked at Xihe.

If she wants me to teach the young Golden Crows, she should at least explain the situation clearly.

Xihe sighed softly. She turned and walked to one of the White Jade Columns, gazing at the sun on duty hanging in the western sky, and said softly, "My sons have not yet awakened their Spiritual Wisdom."

Wu Wang was taken aback.

Xihe continued, "This was a decision His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor and I made together. They carry the order of Heaven and Earth, dividing day and night, setting sunrise and sunset. They are the guarantee for the reproduction and prosperity of all living beings. Because of this, they are constrained by the Great Dao of Order. Although they are of my and His Majesty's blood, they themselves have not awakened their Spiritual Wisdom. I wish to ask the God of Spring to teach them for this reason: to help them gain wisdom, understand principles, and know right from wrong."

Wu Wang frowned slightly, hands bracing on his knees as he sat upright in his seat, thinking carefully. The Young Master finally put down her chopsticks, carefully wiping the corners of her mouth, yet she did not speak further.

Wu Wang asked, "Is it the same with the Twelve Moons?"

"The 'Twelve Moons' are merely a sycophantic way of speaking," Xihe replied, her head held high, not bothering to conceal her arrogance. "The Ten Suns are all of my bloodline; the Twelve Moons, however, are merely twelve stones. Sister Chang Xi is beautiful, true, and she tries to understand His Majesty's intentions, but when it comes to bearing children, her reputation is undeserved. Most of the warmth in this world is supplied by the Ten Suns. The Twelve Moons merely light the way for living beings at night and provide a backdrop for their sentiments, nothing more."

Wu Wang sighed inwardly. See? An unharmonious backyard will definitely drag one down!

Teach the Ten Suns? Wu Wang thought of Da Yi, remembered the legend he knew of Da Yi shooting down the suns, and of Heng'e and the Queen Mother of the West's elixir of immortality. There's definitely something more to this.

He weighed the matter carefully, yet many doubts arose in his heart. He couldn't agree to teach the Ten Suns lightly; great dangers were concealed within this task.

Why? According to the legend, the Ten Suns went out to play, and their simultaneous appearance in the sky caused rivers on Earth to dry up and countless lives to be lost. Only then did Da Yi draw his bow and shoot. Wu Wang could not yet determine whether the legend was "the victor's history" or if it had truly happened. If their simultaneous appearance truly caused such immense slaughter, then helping the Ten Suns achieve enlightenment would undoubtedly lead to a backlash against him.

Xihe, somewhat dissatisfied, said, "What, is this matter so difficult?"

"Please don't misunderstand, Lady Xihe." Wu Wang stood up, performed a formal Daoist salute, and said clearly, "I have agreed to this matter before, and I will not go back on my word. However, this is a matter of great importance. I must request an audience with the Heavenly Emperor to ask about the relevant details. Perhaps Lady Xihe could accompany me? If His Majesty the Heavenly Emperor agrees in your presence, then I will take up my duties immediately and become the tutor to the ten Crown Princes."

Xihe's expression softened slightly. She said calmly, "It is reasonable for you to have such concerns. Very well, wait here. I will send someone to invite His Majesty here. It's merely a matter of adding a chair."

The Mirror God beside her hurriedly rose, her complexion somewhat pale. Xihe signaled for her to sit down, already turning to send a voice transmission to Emperor Shun.