Chapter 83

Chapter 83: Preparations Before Apprenticeship Xia Yijiao's birthday was approaching day by day. Five days before her birthday, Xia Changge visited the Xiao family. Mainly, he came to find Xiao Yun. As for Biyun Pavilion... although Xia Changge claimed to understand, how much could he really understand? He only had a superficial understanding through hearsay. He planned to see if there was a connection. To put it simply, he wanted to use some connections to see if he could find a reputable acquaintance to help. That way, it would be beneficial for all parties involved, and Xia Changge could also feel at ease. Now, it seemed that he could only hope that the Xiao family had that ability. After years of interaction, Xia Changge felt that he could at least trust the Xiao family to some extent. Even if Xia Yijiao were to join a major sect, it would be difficult for Xia Changge to relocate to a prosperous area. After all, they were too weak at the moment. If he went, it might just be a burden for Xia Yijiao. For the foreseeable future, he would have to stay in Huaying Town. "Young friend, do you have any important matters to discuss with me?" At this moment, Xiao Yun was standing in the core area of the Xiao family, sprinkling some spiritual water on the Chi Lingmu, seemingly cultivating it. When she saw Xia Changge, Xiao Yun only glanced at him and continued with her own business. Xia Changge boldly spoke, "Senior, I would like to inquire if you know anyone from the sects who is a good friend? For example... do you know anyone in Biyun Pavilion who is a decent friend?" Xia Changge's words caused Xiao Yun to put down the sprinkler and say, "I do know some people, what's the matter?" She was a cultivator in the late Foundation Establishment stage, even though the possibility of forming a Golden Core was slim. But when she was young, she had contact with many geniuses. Among those people, many had already embarked on the path to Golden Core. Xia Changge quickly replied, "Well, you see, my daughter is already fourteen years old. After witnessing the cultivation environment here, I completely understand that I can't provide her with a better cultivation environment. It would affect her future. So, I want her to join a sect and be apprenticed to a powerful mentor." Xia Changge's response did not surprise Xiao Yun, but her expression showed her difficulty, "I know you want your daughter to be successful, but... it's not easy to be apprenticed to a mentor at the Golden Core stage. I can help if it's the late Foundation Establishment stage, but to be apprenticed to a True Nascent Soul stage cultivator, she would need at least a Three Spiritual Roots foundation. Your daughter..." Even if she went to plead with her former friends, Xia Changge's daughter would need that foundation. Although she claimed to have never seen Xia Changge's daughter, she guessed that she probably had a Four Spiritual Roots foundation. If Xia Changge's daughter could be apprenticed to someone in the late Foundation Establishment stage, she could help. But if she wanted to be apprenticed to someone in the Golden Core stage... Perhaps she could try begging with her old friends. But her relationship with Xia Changge was not yet at that stage. "My daughter Yijiao has a Single Water Spiritual Root, is that enough?" With Xia Changge's words, the room fell into a shocked silence. Even Xia Wan, who had come with Xia Changge, was greatly surprised. Xiao Yun exclaimed, "You... you're not joking, are you?" A Single Water Spiritual Root... Could such a rare talent be born to a wandering cultivator like Xia Changge?! What kind of great fortune had he encountered?! "How could I dare to joke about something like this with you, Senior." Xia Changge affirmed without delay, maintaining a confident expression that made it impossible for Xiao Yun to find any flaws. "Come, let's go to your house." Xiao Yun felt excited, a feeling she hadn't experienced for decades. Completely losing her composure, she eagerly went to the Xia family without restraint. They flew directly through the air to the Xiao family when Xia Changge saw the mother and daughter from the Xiao family approaching. Xia Yijiao, who was exceptionally clever, could already roughly guess why they were coming. She looked at her father with a feeling of grievances. "You actually... actually have a Water Spiritual Root!" Testing spiritual roots was an easy task for a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator like Xiao Yun. However, to be absolutely sure, Xiao Yun checked several times to avoid any mistakes. Xia Wan also glared at Xia Changge, as if saying, "I treated you as a confidant, and you've kept this secret from me for so long, how could you!" To hide such a precious treasure in their home without letting her see! "Is she this girl's mother?" Xiao Yun looked at Zhang Miaoyi and inquired. Xia Changge simply nodded. Xiao Yun hurriedly checked Zhang Miaoyi as well and confirmed that she was just an ordinary mortal. She shook her head, "It's strange, what kind of good luck is this!" Finally, Xiao Yun felt a strong envy and jealousy towards an ordinary mortal woman. She had given birth to three daughters, but why couldn't she even compare to someone with just one?! "What are your plans..." Xiao Yun shifted her gaze to Xia Changge. Xia Changge replied, "I hope to find a mentor in the Golden Core stage for Yijiao. I don't need anything else, but I just want one... or two spiritual treasures that can enhance mortal spiritual roots." He knew that if he let Xiao Yun be the mediator, she would have the majority of the negotiation power. Xia Changge didn't ask for much, as long as he could get some items to enhance mortal spiritual roots and ensure that his daughter could truly enter a good mentor's sect, these two requests would be enough! Originally, Xia Changge only needed one item to cultivate spiritual roots, but now it seemed that he needed two. Lin Meishan... Xia Changge couldn't ignore her. "Well, I will try my best. Wan'er, you should stay at the Xia family for these few days and spend time with them." Xia Changge's request may or may not be fulfilled by Xiao Yun, but she had to give it a try. Seeing that Xia Changge had a hesitant look on his face, Xiao Yun considerately explained, "Don't worry, Changge, one of my former sisters is already in the mid-stage of Golden Core cultivation and holds an elder position in Biyun Pavilion. With Yijiao's apprenticeship to her, she will definitely receive her true teachings." Perhaps because Xia Changge had brought her significant benefits, Xiao Yun's tone was much more intimate. Xiao Yun really hoped that Xia Changge, this lucky star, would become her son-in-law! But Xiao Yun also knew that with Xia Changge having such an outstanding daughter, he would never become a son-in-law of the Xiao family. Although becoming a son-in-law might not be possible, she would do her best to secure that identity. Therefore, Xiao Yun immediately arranged for her eldest daughter to stay. On one hand, it was to make sure that Xia Yijiao wouldn't encounter any problems during this time. On the other hand, it was to allow her daughter to get closer to them. She knew that her two daughters had not taken that step in their relationship with Xia Changge because they were not good at taking the initiative. So, Xiao Yun, being the middleman, wanted to help them along and play matchmaker. Xiao Wan understood her mother's intentions. How could she not know what her mother was thinking? Did her mother just sell her off like this? She didn't have much complaint. If she had to stay here, she might as well stay here. It didn't make much difference. Xiao Wan also had her own calculations. After everything was arranged, Xiao Yun left. Not just the Xia family, but also Huaying Immortal Town. Naturally, this errand was given to her. (End of this chapter)