Chapter 173: “Yang Wei and I, Guo Xiaomei, would like to be alone~”
Peak Chief Hall.
Xie Xiang gave three polite knocks on Peak Chief Guo Xiaomei's sizable door.
"Come in~"
A simple response from Guo Xiaomei.
The woman didn't need to ask who it was; she'd already studied Xie Xiang's distinctive knock.
Upon opening the door, Xie Xiang found Guo Xiaomei seated in a chair, her fair beautiful legs crossed, as she casually sipped rice wine from a small ceramic cup.
"Yes?" Guo Xiaomei prompted, waiting for Xie Xiang to state her reason for being there.
The woman didn't seem like her usual calm and outgoing self, which was somewhat bothersome to Xie Xiang; she didn't like seeing her master in such a state. Xie Xiang bowed her head respectfully. "Someone has come to see you."
Guo Xiaomei raised an eyebrow. "Unannounced?" Only other Peak Chiefs had the privilege of visiting without prior notice; and even they didn't misuse it. "Who would dare?" she asked.
Before Xie Xiang could answer, Yang Wei strolled into the large, comfortable chambers with his hands clasped behind his back. He gave a slight bow in the form of a nod and said, "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Sister Guo."
Xie Xiang's face twisted slightly. She didn't appreciate a disciple referring to a Peak Chief in such a casual manner—it was disrespectful.
Even Guo Xiaomei was taken aback by Yang Wei's informal address, enough that her grip on her cup loosened slightly.
Sister? she thought.
Seeing the shock on Guo Xiaomei's face, Xie Xiang thought she was displeased. Acting accordingly, she calmly shot Yang Wei a side-eye. "It would be best if you addressed Chief Guo with more respect."
Yang Wei smiled softly. "Hoh? But I prefer calling her Sister Guo. Maybe if she looked like one of those scrawny old women from the White Serpent Sect, then I'd address a young and beautiful woman like her in such a boring and offensive manner."
Guo Xiaomei couldn't help but smile at his compliment. Her soft smile hinted that it wasn't easy for her to smile at the moment. Still, it seemed like Yang Wei's compliment was just that good. "Would you like to have a seat?" she offered, gesturing to the chair next to the small table beside her.
Yang Wei grinned and accepted the offer graciously. "I'd love to, thank you." He glanced at Xie Xiang and gave her a small nod, which she interpreted as nothing but mocking. It made her fists tighten as she shot him a glare, but he paid her no mind as he comfortably took his seat.
Turning her attention to Yang Wei, Guo Xiaomei suggested, "Perhaps we should have some privacy to talk." She looked at her martial niece and said, "Xie Xiang, would you mind giving us some time alone?"
Yang Wei nodded in agreement. "Yes, that'd be best."
Oooo, I like this woman...
Now smiling at Xie Xiang, Guo Xiaomei waited for her to comply with her request and leave the chambers. Even though she worded it politely, it was definitely an order, and Xie Xiang got the message. Showing respect to her peak chief, Xie Xiang just nodded and left the room.
With her gone and the doors closed, the chambers grew quiet, leaving only the two of them sitting beside each other with a small wooden table between them.
"It seems we're alone now~" said Guo Xiaomei, smiling warmly at Yang Wei. "So, while we talk, would you like to have some wine?"
Yang Wei simply nodded. "Why not?"
Guo Xiaomei shifted in her chair to partially face the small table. With gentle hands, she picked up the bottle of rice wine, displaying the true elegance of the brown-haired beauty before Yang Wei. Pouring some wine into the cup, she then carefully set the bottle down and handed the cup to him. "Here you go," she spoke with a soft and caring voice.
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Yang Wei glanced at the cup and its contents before taking it and having a small sip of the wine.
"Ahh~" Guo Xiaomei moaned out of satisfaction, then relaxed back in her chair, taking her own sip of wine before mentioning, "You know, in some traditions, serving wine to a man is considered one of the most romantic ways a woman can propose."
Yang Wei nodded thoughtfully. "So, was that your proposal to me? I have to admit, it's not a bad idea."
Guo Xiaomei listened intently to every word he said, her green eyes narrowing into a vixen-like shape more and more as he spoke. In a way, she felt internally excited. Taking another sip of wine, she mused, "Well, I've never been fond of older men, so maybe the idea of a relationship with a younger man isn't so bad." Her smile took on a seductive tone as she added, "Wouldn't it be... exciting~?"
They held each other's gaze for a moment, the silence between them growing more pronounced with each passing second.
Finally, Yang Wei broke the loud silence. „So, can I tell you why I came here?"
Guo Xiaomei's expression wavered and with disappointment as she glanced aside, briefly viewing Yang Wei as dull. "Sure," she replied with a hint of disinterest, loosening the ropes of her qipao to reveal her slightly sweating cleavage. "Oh my, I feel so hot~" she murmured, gently fanning herself with her hand.
Yang Wei looked at her exposed cleavage.
*nod* hmm, it's a good thing I told junior slime to go play around the Green Sanctuary Peak while I talked to her. He's too pure-minded to be here right now.
As they sipped wine, Yang Wei took the opportunity to explain his reason for being there. He talked about refining several Blood Strengthening Pills as well as his research into a more powerful version that required a manual from the Blood Emperor Polarity Sect, and how he didn't have that.
He didn't divulge too much information, keeping certain details to himself, like his dabbling in demonic cultivation. While Yang Wei's approach wasn't as evil or forbidden as other demonic practices, he felt it wasn't the right time to share. He mentioned crafting lots of blood pills for body refinement but kept the specifics, like how they were fifth to sixth grade, to himself.
So, Guo Xiaomei automatically assumed he was working on standard fourth-grade blood pills.
"That's all of it," Yang Wei stated, concluding his explanation.
Guo Xiaomei nodded in response, her curiosity piqued. "I'm surprised you're focusing on Blood Strengthening Pills for body refinement," she commented.
Yang Wei tilted his head slightly, a bit confused at the meaning behind her remark. "Hm? Is that weird?"
Guo Xiaomei shifted in her seat, crossing her legs again, this time with her left leg over her right. "Well, not exactly, but considering how long it takes to brew just one of them, it's not the most reliable option compared to others."
Taking a sip of his wine, Yang Wei replied, "Oh, I didn't tell you?"
Guo Xiaomei looked at him quizzically. "Tell me what?"
Yang Wei leaned in slightly. "I've made a more potent formula that can accelerate the refinement rate of Blood Strengthening Pills."
Guo Xiaomei's expression shifted to one of disbelief. "That can't be true," she exclaimed. In a way, she felt surprised by this revelation to the point where she didn't want to believe it. However, her expression showed her true desire for it to be true in some way or another. "You must be joking. The recipe has been unchanged for 3,000 years."
She leaned closer. "How did you make it possible?"
Yang Wei leaned back, a smug grin on his face. "Simple. I substituted the Moonlight Frost Crystal with the Solar Heart Ember. The increased heat accelerates the pill's formation in the furnace."
When he said this, it struck Guo Xiaomei as such an obvious answer, the kind that nobody knew but would instantly recognize as correct as soon as they heard it. She rubbed her small chin thoughtfully. "Wow, that's... actually mind-blowing," she exclaimed, impressed by the simplicity yet effectiveness of the solution.
"Refining such a potent pill in just a few minutes could lead to significant advancements in body refinement."
She looked back at Yang Wei with newfound admiration. "You really are a talented young man~" she said with a soft smile.
"I suppose I am.." Yang Wei replied.
Guo Xiaomei's hand landed gently on his, her touch soft and delicate. As she caressed his hand, she couldn't help but notice the stark contrast between his big, strong hand and her slender hand.
However, she loved the idea of an efficient, competent man who was big and strong.
She flashed him a smile, saying, "You're so talented, it's almost turning me on~~ There's nothing sexier than a man who's an excellent apothecary, ohnn my~" The words that came out of her lips couldn't suppress the light slip-ups that came in the form of sexy moans.
Yang Wei replied calmly, "I see."
Leaning closer, Guo Xiaomei's cleavage tantalizingly entered Yang Wei's view. She had a thin yet lithe frame, her arms and legs appearing delicate; as if a small snap could break them. Her breasts were sizable and perky, and looked like they would be soft to squeeze...
but her backside was even more voluptuous—so large it seemed like her qipao might burst at the seams if she didn't find the right angle.
All she needed now was for him to reciprocate and grab her tightly by her butt that shot up like cannons.
"Where exactly is this going?" Yang Wei asked, though he already knew.
Undeterred, Guo Xiaomei leaned in further, her nose burying in his neck, taking in his scent before planting small kisses along his neck until she reached his face.
He smells so unfathomably nice~ mhhnnn~~
Still, Yang Wei remained unfazed.
Her hands slid up his arms, gently rubbing and massaging them until they reached his broad shoulders. She enjoyed the way his shoulders felt in her hand, "Oh my, quite fit you are~" she murmured.
Their faces were inches apart, noses brushing against each other, lips almost touching; but one could be technical and say they were already kissing with the way her sexy, luscious lips made small, teasing contact with his. Guo Xiaomei's sweet, flowery aroma filled Yang Wei's senses as she spoke. "Why don't you come join my peak~~?" she whispered.
"I can help you groom your talent until you're a Pill Master."
With every word, she teased him, her fingers tracing tantalizing patterns on his shoulder as her body drew closer. Soon, she boldly slid her knee between Yang Wei's thighs, pressing against his bulging rod, barely contained by his pants.
Wow, *smile* there's nothing young about what's between those strong legs of his~
"I could supply you with endless ingredients, the best furnaces, and certain... perks~" she purred, pressing her lips against his for a fleeting moment.
Her knee brushed against the item between his crotch more and more, exerting a gentle pressure on his rod, teasing him. She could feel the massive hardness beneath his pants; a huge tip that her knee made sweet, loving contact with, and it only fueled her desire to please him further.
It shouldn't be too hard to get him in the mood~ men are fairly simple... especially young adults like him. I just need a little more and he'll succumb.
Yang Wei's calm demeanor remained unchanged as he responded, "Joining your peak is quite a big commitment."