Chapter 172: The Gathering of Women and a Peculiar Scene - Ah? The Wives I Abandoned Turned Out to Be Real

Chapter 172: The Gathering of Women and a Peculiar Scene "Darling, it seems that the female sword immortal is helping you," came the voice of Yu Luonang. Su Mo suddenly realized this. However, given Nangong Liuli's cold demeanor, he had previously attempted countless simulations to win her over without success. It was baffling as to why she would help him now. The first time Su Mo laid eyes on Nangong Liuli, he was deeply astonished by her beauty. He had even used his one opportunity for a destined romance on her, indicating just how striking her appearance was. Coupled with his reincarnated talent as a lecher, he could not help but develop a possessive desire towards her. Su Mo made up his mind. Deciding to follow the simulated steps of courtship, he called out to Nangong Liuli, "Thank you, fairy! Fairy, would you descend and speak with me?" At the sound of his familiar voice, Nangong Liuli's heart fluttered. Having long observed Su Mo’s romantic escapades, her emotions had overflowed. Without a second thought, she descended to the nook where Su Mo was hiding—a place overgrown with weeds, ideal for concealment. But with Emei's magic treasure that tracked Qi, no matter how Su Mo tried to hide, he couldn't escape detection. At that moment, Su Mo emerged from his hiding place and approached Nangong Liuli. Despite it not being their first meeting, he was still awestruck by her flawless, exquisite beauty. Under Su Mo’s intense gaze, a slight blush flashed across Nangong Liuli's otherwise pure and cold eyes. From childhood, she had never expressed her true feelings to anyone, so she simply stood there, submissively allowing Su Mo to admire her. Yu Luonang recognized the look in Nangong Liuli's eyes instantly—countless women had shown emotions in such a way when in love. Yet for some reason, she didn’t know how to comment. "Master, the woman before you is clearly interested in you. How do you possess such charm to move even such a cool and ethereal woman?" Huh? Su Mo couldn’t discern Nangong Liuli's intentions and merely thought she intended to lend a helping hand. If Yu Luonang’s assessment were true, then perhaps fortune had indeed smiled upon him. Was it all due to good luck? Su Mo pondered and concluded that only a stroke of fortune could explain this turn of events. Thus, he couldn’t let this stunning beauty slip away. Still, Su Mo was not impulsive. He approached cautiously, stopping two meters away from Nangong Liuli—a distance perfect for observing her closely without being presumptuous. Pointing to Yun Song, who lay on the ground, Su Mo asked with a touch of helplessness, “Fairy, why do these people repeatedly try to kill me?” Hearing this tone tugged at Nangong Liuli’s heartstrings. Indeed, Su Mo had done nothing wrong. The bear demon's cannibalism had naturally incited public rage and prompted capable individuals to act. Since starting her cultivation, Nangong Liuli had never doubted her sect’s motives, believing that all actions were just in serving the heavens. Even having killed Liao Ming the monk and his companions, she thought it was right. But when it came to Su Mo, she couldn’t bear for him to be harmed. Composing herself, Nangong Liuli explained, “Everything began with the bear demon that used to live here on Black Wind Mountain. The bear demon is the child of the great deity guarding Luojia Mountain in the Southern Sea, and has notable backing. To curry favor with Avalokiteshvara, the mountain guardian deity resigned the bear demon to Emei. Emei, unable to openly shelter such a creature, hid it with an array concealing its existence, allowing it to live here. No one expected the demon to resort to eating humans to quicken its transformation. The array even eluded celestial patrols.” "The best course of action would be to destroy this array once the demon ate a human, forcing a confrontation with patrol gods. Even if they couldn’t handle it, the matter would reach celestial governance and not let the bear demon wreak havoc." “Now that it has perished because of you, the mountain deity will not let you go. Even if you evade Emei’s pursuit, the guardian deity has other means. Hence, you must grow stronger quickly.” After hearing this, Su Mo finally grasped the full situation. “Fairy, since you don’t wish to kill me, what will your sect do to you?” “I care not,” Nangong Liuli replied calmly. “If a matter as this brings consequence, there is no need to remain with such a sect. Some things can be discussed later. For now, you must hide. With a treasure, the Ta Qing Xuan Guang Pouch, it can engulf a mountain. Your fortified home can be taken with your loved ones and hidden away. This is the only way to evade celestial detection.” Handing over a blue pouch, Nangong Liuli intended not to accompany Su Mo. Sensing this, he refrained from insisting. In due time, with improved skills, he would find her again. “Thank you, fairy,” Su Mo said. Nangong Liuli nodded in response, lifted Yun Song with her flying sword, and headed towards the Earthly Immortal Realm. Yu Luonang, beside herself with joy, exclaimed, “Master, what fortune! This treasure is rare, even within the Earthly Immortal Realm. Remember the hidden refuge I once mentioned? Now is the time to depart with your cherished companions to Dazhou and not return.” Although reluctant, Su Mo acknowledged the necessity–he could no longer remain in Linjiang City. “Alright, but we must wait for Fei Lingshu's return." Hearing Su Mo's insistence, Yu Luonang grew anxious. "Master, we don’t have much time. This is crucial to seize a chance of survival. We cannot delay." After a brief hesitation, Su Mo conceded, “Very well. Take the pouch; I will await here.” With that, Yu Luonang took the pouch, while Su Mo sped to Linjiang City with the six-winged centipede. Upon reaching home, Su Mo was glad to find Fei Lingshu had returned with Sujin and the three others, along with Ye Liuying. Xu Miaoyin was busy conversing with Fei Lingshu, while Huang Qingwan, Guo Lin, Chun Zhu, and Shao Yao were present, having their first meeting. What should have been a scene of chaotic rivalry was interrupted by Su Mo’s urgency. Quickest to react, Fei Lingshu approached him. "Su Lang, what troubles you? You seem distracted." Mid-sentence, she noticed the intimidating six-winged centipede behind him, now as thick as an adult's thigh and menacing in appearance. Su Mo reassured, “Everyone’s here, which is good. We must move the house now. The rest can be explained later.” As he spoke, the women felt the sky darken, and with a rumble of the earth, Yu Luonang activated the pouch, enveloping the entire estate. The pouch’s mystical nature ensured air wasn’t an issue, though everything turned pitch black. Yet, glowing words Su Mo had carved illuminated the residence within. Suddenly, Kong Bing stood defiantly. “No, I must leave. I don’t know where you’re headed, but I cannot join.” Realizing Kong Bing had also been swept in, Su Mo apologized, “I’m sorry, Captain Kong. Once we reach our destination, I’ll send you back.” With Bai Suzhen’s spiritual jade creating a method of instant travel, returning to Da Song was simple. Meanwhile, Huang Qingwan and Guo Lin seemed uneasy in their new environment. "Su Lang (Brother Su), what exactly happened?" Seeing the concerned expressions on the women's faces, Su Mo recounted the series of events that had unfolded, explaining the circumstances that led him to offend celestial beings and the unexpected help from the female sword immortal, who even gifted him a magical treasure. This revelation worried the women deeply for Su Mo's safety. Fei Lingshu spoke up, "Given the situation, it’s best for us to find a place to hide. No matter what happens, as long as we’re together, it will be fine." Fei Lingshu’s remarkable composure and acceptance came naturally to her. Her priority was being by Su Mo’s side, regardless of their location. Following her lead, Xu Miaoyin, Huang Qingwan, Guo Lin, and the others voiced no objections. "My sister and I have no issues either," came another voice, as Xiaoqing emerged with Bai Suzhen. As the two dazzling beauties appeared, the other women, already accustomed to such occurrences due to Su Mo’s abundant charm, were unsurprised by new arrivals. It seemed their husband’s romantic fortune was perpetually fruitful. Gathered among his beloved, Su Mo couldn't help but feel a phantom ache in his lower back, foreseeing challenging times ahead. Bai Suzhen, with her serene and noble demeanor, spoke, "I met Master Su at the Yin-Yang Market; we connected deeply. I hope my sisters don’t feel alienated by my presence." Faced with Bai Suzhen’s unmatched beauty and grace, the women couldn’t help but feel slightly disoriented. Amongst them, none could quite match her splendor. Xiaoqing then boldly declared, "My sister’s husband is naturally mine too, right, Brother-in-law?" Her blatant declaration left Su Mo with a mix of headaches and secret anticipation. The very notion of his sister-in-law was titillatingly intriguing. At that moment, the magical pouch being flown by Yu Luonang, en route to Dazhou, opened to reveal her charming face above them. “Master, don’t forget about me,” she teased. Due to the now-miniaturized state of the women, they looked up to see Yu Luonang’s mischievously beautiful face looming above them. For Yu Luonang, this was an opportune moment to introduce herself to her companions. Missing this chance could mean never making her presence known among them again. (End of Chapter)