As soon as these words were spoken, they attracted the sidelong glances of many disciples.
Not to mention why the master would classify such a simple case as a Class B one. Just take Shen Cuiyu's group for example. After experiencing many events, this group was no longer the one full of useless people in their minds.
Although Zhong Shengwan was afraid of ghosts and Dongfang Xiao didn't like to use his brain, the two complemented each other surprisingly well when they got together!
Moreover, there was a real prince in this group! It had to be said that Dean Ren was really bold to let the prince without any spiritual power enter dangerous places!
What surprised people most was Shen Cuiyu. Just the fact that she was promoted to the Mysterious Rank within just one month and had handled many Class A tasks was enough to show her strength.
Did the master assign their group to this case this time because there was really something special about it?
While everyone was still speculating, Shen Cuiyu stepped forward to take the help note. After a short rest, she went with Zhang Yushu.
The carriage rumbled forward. Inside the carriage, many Yellow - Rank disciples curiously sized up Shen Cuiyu, their eyes lingering on her. Finally, a bold disciple couldn't hold back anymore. He leaned forward and whispered, "S - Shen classmate, may I ask, is your father really that Prime Minister Shen, Shen Zanghai?"
As soon as these words were spoken, it was like opening a floodgate, and more questions came one after another:
"Shen classmate, how on earth did you rise from the Yellow Rank to the Mysterious Rank in such a short time? Do you have any unique secrets to share with us?"
"Yes, yes. Teach us too!"
Everyone chattered away, and the lively scene was very different from before.
During the previous trips, Dongfang Xiao and Pei Yu would always protect Shen Cuiyu on either side, while Zhong Shengwan quietly curled up opposite, reading a book.
Dongfang Xiao would prepare snacks and interesting stories and chat and laugh with her all the way. Although Pei Yu was taciturn, his presence was extremely strong. With him around, others didn't dare to get close easily.
Now, the disciples' eyes passed by Pei Yu. Even when he sat still in silence, his whole body exuded a cold aura that kept strangers at bay. Moreover, after the Grand Sacrifice Ceremony, everyone knew his identity, so no one dared to bother him.
As for Zhong Shengwan, just a cold glance from him was enough to make all those who intended to strike up a conversation back off.
The disciples scanned around and finally all flocked to Dongfang Xiao, who seemed the most approachable and had the kindest smile, and talked to Shen Cuiyu over him.
Dongfang Xiao was squeezed into a corner. He looked longingly at Shen Cuiyu, who was surrounded by everyone, and the crowded people beside him. His face was full of resentment as he sighed in a low voice:
"I... I still miss the time when we were ignored..."
In contrast to him, Pei Yu sat quietly in a corner. His eyes fell on Shen Cuiyu's calm and composed side - profile as she answered questions, and the corners of his lips curled up imperceptibly.
There was not a trace of unhappiness in his heart. Instead, he felt peaceful.
This kind of scene was exactly what Shen Cuiyu deserved. She was a pearl and should shine before everyone, not be covered in dust.
..........
When the carriage arrived at the Zhang Mansion in the territory of Chaoyao Mountain, it was just dusk.
Everyone got off the carriage. Instead of rushing in, they all stopped outside the mansion habitually to observe the surrounding environment and the layout of the mansion first.
Shen Cuiyu observed for a while and saw that the mansion faced south with mountains behind it as a support. The view in front of the door was broad, and the air circulated smoothly. It was indeed a pleasant place.
Zhong Shengwan even held a compass and carefully examined the courtyard. Then he frowned slightly and said to everyone:
"This mansion has a bright hall in front and a backing mountain behind. It can retain the wind and gather qi. It is a rare situation of 'jade belt encircling the waist'. The feng shui is excellent, and there is no sign of colliding with evil spirits at all."
Hearing this, Zhang Yushu quickly nodded in agreement. There was a bit of luck in his tone for having gotten a good deal:
"This Celestial Master has good eyesight! That's exactly it. It was also a coincidence back then. The previous owner was eager to sell it, so I was able to buy this mansion. Although I got it at a bargain, I still spent a lot of savings and almost emptied my family fortune."
When mentioning this, there was still a trace of distress on his face.
"Take us to meet your wife." Shen Cuiyu said.
Zhang Yushu stepped forward to lead the way and explained in advance:
"My wife is sometimes lucid and sometimes confused. If she offends you in any way, please forgive her, Celestial Masters."
Everyone followed Zhang Yushu through twists and turns into the inner courtyard. Before they saw Mrs. An, a thin figure in a light - yellow cotton - padded jacket stumbled out of the courtyard.
"Daddy! You're back?!"
It was a little girl as cute as a porcelain doll. Her chubby little face was inlaid with a pair of big eyes like black glass marbles. Her long eyelashes fluttered like butterfly wings. She looked very cute. As soon as Zhang Yushu saw her, he immediately beamed with joy and reached out to pick her up.
"Xiaoxiao!"
He picked up the little girl in his arms, gently tossed her up, and then caught her firmly, making the little girl giggle.
Everyone watched the interaction between the father and daughter and thought that their relationship was really good.
After playing with Xiaoxiao for a while, Zhang Yushu remembered to introduce her to the disciples.
"Celestial Masters, this is my little daughter, Zhang Xiaoxiao." He hugged Xiaoxiao in his arms tighter and whispered to her, "Xiaoxiao, these are very powerful Celestial Masters. You must respect them. Do you understand?"
Hearing this, Xiaoxiao looked at everyone with a look of half - understanding. Her black - and - white eyes didn't blink. After a while, she actually said crisply:
"Hello, big brothers and big sisters."
Hearing this, all the disciples laughed and stepped forward to tease her one after another.
Although Zhang Yushu straightened his face and said, "You can't call them big brothers and big sisters. You should call them Celestial Masters", there wasn't much blame in his tone.
He stroked the stray hairs on his daughter's forehead and asked again:
"How many hours did you sleep today, Xiaoxiao?"
The little girl rubbed her eyes with her small hands and said in a milky voice, "I can't remember. I slept from daytime until now."
A look of worry appeared in Zhang Yushu's eyes:
"Where's your mother?"
Xiaoxiao blinked her eyes and pointed to the house.
The closed door was knocked on, and soon the sound of footsteps came.
The door creaked and opened a crack.
A young woman poked her head out. She was about twenty - something years old. She had a delicate face, but couldn't hide her haggardness. There were heavy dark circles under her eyes, her lips were a bit chapped, and her face was pale as if she hadn't seen the sun for a long time.
Strangely enough, although her almond eyes were full of exhaustion, her look was extremely clear and even a bit vigilant, which was far from the "unconscious" state described by Zhang Yushu.
An Peng first saw Zhang Yushu and Xiaoxiao in his arms. She actually frowned subconsciously and said coldly:
"Why are you holding her again? I've told you many times. She's already this big and should walk more by herself. You'll spoil her like this... Zhang Xiaoxiao, get down!"
All the disciples felt a bit embarrassed. An Peng didn't seem to be a person haunted by evil spirits either...