The daily life of a genius who enjoys gossip and cultivates immortality

Chapter 143 Mahayana Ritual

Before dawn, Chang Yue led a group of disciples to Cheng Jiu's residence on Canglan Peak.

Although the main characters are two Mahayana Immortal Lords, these two Mahayana Immortal Lords do not welcome guests.

The task of welcoming guests can only be entrusted to the three disciples of the Great Vehicle Immortal Lord, especially since the three of them are already adults and can take on this welcoming role.

Not knowing when the guests would arrive, the protagonist had to go early to greet them.

To demonstrate the grandeur of the Guiyuan Sect, the sect also prepared formal attire for the three of them.

Jewelry and clothing were all provided, and all were of the ninth rank.

After the Mahayana ceremony, the clothes and ornaments they wore will be given to Cheng Jiu and the other two.

The fact that Guiyuan Sect gifted a complete set of ninth-grade clothing to Cheng Jiu and his two companions demonstrates their immense wealth and power.

Cheng Jiu was pulled out of bed by Chang Yue and, still half asleep, was pressed down in front of the dressing table.

After a long while, feeling the warm and cool touch on her face, she finally woke up from her drowsy state: "Senior Sister Chang Yue!"

Chang Yue watched as her female disciple did Cheng Jiu's makeup, nodding and smiling as she did so, "I didn't expect my junior sister to be such a sleepyhead. Don't move, let your senior sister do your makeup properly. Junior sister Xiao Qing, your makeup skills are the best on the sect leader's peak."

Cheng Jiu then noticed the person applying the makeup to her face. Through the mirror, she could see that it was a gentle and pretty senior sister. But what was more striking than her appearance were her jade-like hands.

The image of her slicing scallions came to life, and her hands seemed to possess magic, gradually transforming her appearance as she applied the smear.

If it used to be just a bare shell, it has gradually become a fully furnished apartment. The appearance hasn't changed, but the aesthetic appeal has improved significantly.

Cheng Jiu knew she was good-looking, but she never expected that after dressing up, she would become so radiant.

Perhaps because Cheng Jiu was a sword cultivator before, her temperament overshadowed her appearance, making her seem otherworldly and peerless. However, her mother was a stunning beauty, and Cheng Jiu, who inherited the most outstanding features of both of them, naturally also possessed a certain radiance.

"Senior sister's skills are really good!" Cheng Jiu is not a person who likes makeup. Since becoming a sword cultivator, she has paid even less attention to these things. Especially since she started cultivating immortality, she looks good even without makeup.

"Thank you for the compliment, junior sister. Please stop talking, or you'll ruin your makeup." Hearing Cheng Jiu praise her like that, the senior sister behind her smiled, her eyes crinkling like a gentle spring, indescribably charming. Cheng Jiu stared at her, momentarily stunned.

After applying her makeup simply, Chang Yue showed the dress to Cheng Jiu from a tray: "Junior Sister, do you think it looks good?"

Cheng Jiu examined it carefully. The overall color was a very warm red, like the rising sun. It was embroidered with cranes and pine trees in a congratulatory pose. Not only was the meaning excellent, but the design was also quite beautiful.

Cheng Jiu said hesitantly, "Senior sister, I have already prepared the dress."

Chang Yue looked at the dress that Cheng Jiu had taken out. Although it was only a seventh-grade dress, it was quite noble and beautiful. Especially since Cheng Jiu had made it herself, it wouldn't be shameful to wear it to the Mahayana Ceremony.

“Junior Sister, this outfit is excellent.” Chang Yue said confidently, “But this time, we are welcoming guests not only for the two Immortal Lords, but also for the sect. Why don’t you wear this to greet the guests, and then change into another outfit for the ceremony?”

"I'll listen to my senior sister!" Cheng Jiu nodded obediently.

She had no objections, after all, she had crafted that spiritual garment because there was no suitable one to participate in the Mahayana ceremony.

The spirit garment she crafted was only of the seventh grade. Not only her, but also the Gong brothers, Gong Cheng and Gong Yu, would put this spirit garment into their rings and store it away after participating in the Mahayana ceremony, never to be worn a second time.

The grade is still too low. Once she can refine ninth-grade spirit garments in the future, it won't just gather dust in the ring anymore.

Looking at Cheng Jiu's obedient appearance, Chang Yue's eyes unconsciously revealed kindness. After a group of senior sisters were busy, Cheng Jiu successfully changed.

Her black hair was piled up on her head, with only a single strand falling to her chest, and exquisite hairpins were neatly hidden among her hair.

What's even more intimidating at first glance are her bright and spirited eyes, which seem to hold clear water but subtly reveal a sharp edge.

Dressed in red, she was like a warm sun, exuding elegance simply by standing there.

Chang Yue was extremely satisfied with Cheng Jiu's appearance.

"It seems the beauty rankings will need to be updated after this ceremony," Chang Yue joked with a smile, but her tone was very certain.

Of course, not just anyone can be on the beauty list. There are countless beauties in the world, so why is the beauty list unchallenged?

Of course, in addition to appearance, one also considers cultivation, talent, and background.

Cheng Jiu is excellent in every way, yet she still can't be on the beauty list. If that's the case, then the beauty list will probably be questioned.

Upon hearing this, Cheng Jiu looked at himself in the mirror and suddenly felt a sense of pride, like a daughter growing up.

"Alright, it's getting late, let's go. Junior Brother should be ready by now, don't keep them waiting too long." Chang Yue didn't exchange any more pleasantries, glanced at the sky outside, and clapped her hands.

The crowd escorted Cheng Jiu outside. Outside, besides the cranes, there was a carriage pulled by four golden-feathered phoenixes. Cheng Jiu's attire was far too luxurious, and the little cloud beast was not suitable to ride in it.

Cheng Jiu sat in her car, and a long beaded curtain hung down, concealing her figure.

The little cloud beast and the little black dragon followed on either side of the vehicle.

Qin Che's two encounters with Cheng Jiu were known to many in the sect, and in order to prevent such situations, they had difficulty communicating with the spirit beasts at the rental office. The spirit beasts that came to pick up Cheng Jiu were all as strong as the Little Cloud Beast.

Therefore, there was no disturbance when the little cloud beast was seen and the spirit beast ran away.

The little cloud beast knew that today was a big day for its master, so it behaved very well along the way and did not bother the spirit beasts.

The journey was very smooth, and we arrived at our destination quickly.

Qin Che, Gong Cheng, and Gong Yu looked around listlessly, and immediately spotted a carriage flying in from afar.

"They're here! They're here! Senior Sister and Junior Sister Xiao Jiu are here!" Qin Che reminded the two with his sharp eyes.

As the three gazed upon the carriage, it slowly landed on the white jade platform. With a clear, melodious cry, a jade-white hand slowly lifted the beaded curtain.

The three of them held their breath as half of a stunningly beautiful face slowly appeared before them.

As the figure slowly appeared, everyone present held their breath, their eyes filled with amazement. Words could not adequately describe the beauty before them.

Whether you've met Cheng Jiu before or not, you're all amazed by her beauty.

Gong Cheng and Gong Yu both lowered their voices: "Junior Sister Xiao Jiu?"

"Senior Brother Gongcheng, Senior Brother Gongyu!" Cheng Jiu smiled and said in a friendly tone, "Both of you senior brothers look very dashing today."

Gong Yu was stunned by the sight and clutched her heart, saying, "Junior Sister, don't laugh, I can't take it."

Cheng Jiu couldn't help but chuckle as he watched Gong Yu clown around. The two of them looked quite handsome today, and Cheng Jiu's gaze was immediately drawn to them as he got out of the car.

Miyagi wore a blue robe with a white inner lining, decorated with lush bamboo groves, and looked dashing and handsome.

Gong Yu was dressed in a red robe, looking handsome and cheerful with an indescribable sunny disposition. Apart from the difference in their robes, the two wore identical accessories.

Same looks, two different styles; who wouldn't call him a handsome and dashing young man?

Apart from Chang Yue, the other senior sisters did not land, but instead rode their spirit beasts towards the sect's main peak.

Besides the five people, there were many other sect disciples around the platform, all of whom were hired to receive guests.

Sometimes when Cheng Jiu and his two companions are too busy, these people will help receive some of the guests. It would be impolite to leave the guests waiting there.

The disciples chosen to receive guests are all of good background and cultivation level, after all, they represent the face of a sect.

However, the five people were the main force in welcoming guests.

"Is Qingxu Immortal Lord's disciple really this good-looking?" A disciple who had never seen Cheng Jiu before looked at the five people chatting with amazement in his eyes.

"Hmm, I hadn't noticed before! I think with Junior Sister's beauty, even the fairies on the Beauty Ranking would pale in comparison." The disciple next to him nodded in agreement: "From Senior Brother's perspective, you mean you haven't seen Junior Sister Cheng Jiu?"

"No, didn't she go on a training expedition before? I went into seclusion after she came back, and I missed the Great Ascension Tribulation of both Immortal Lords." The disciple's tone was full of regret when he said this.

"That's truly a pity, missing out on a tremendous opportunity. But have you heard of Junior Sister Cheng Jiu?" The disciple beside him nodded in agreement.

"I was sent here by my master as soon as I came out of seclusion!" The disciple scratched his head awkwardly. He only knew that Immortal Lord Qingxu had taken in a female disciple, and the only suitable candidate was Cheng Jiu: "However, I heard in the sect before that Junior Sister had refined fifth-grade pills."

"Then your information is outdated." The disciple then proceeded to explain Cheng Jiufeng's great achievements, especially her feat of refining pills on Medicine Peak.

The senior brother was dumbfounded. How could she have a 100% success rate in alchemy? A future alchemy master? How come he remembered this junior sister being so young? And she had already become a seventh-grade alchemist? Was being an alchemist so easy?

"I remember that Immortal Lord Qingxu was a sword cultivator!" Senior Brother's tone was stubborn, perhaps Cheng Jiu was just talented in alchemy.

"I heard from a senior brother who was stationed in Youlan City that all the junior sisters have comprehended the way of the sword." The senior brother next to him saw that his senior brother looked quite disheartened and spoke with a hint of schadenfreude.

Cheng Jiu's talent for alchemy is like the bright sun in the sky, making it easy for people to overlook her other achievements. Even though she later created a weapon such as a cannon, when people mention Cheng Jiu, their first impression is still her extreme alchemy at the Medicine Peak.

A talented, young alchemist with outstanding alchemy skills and a high success rate deserves everyone's admiration.

People naturally admire strength. Aside from her alchemy talent, many people are also paying more attention to Cheng Jiu. So even if the first impression is Cheng Jiu's alchemy talent, her other strengths will also be noticed. After all, everyone has a tendency to compare, and there will always be people who are not convinced by Cheng Jiu's alchemy talent and want to make up for it in other ways.

For example, the swordsmanship that Qingxu Immortal Lord is most skilled at attracts the most attention, but it also causes the most setbacks.

These people couldn't fathom how their opponent, who was only a teenager and whose age was less than a fraction of their own, could have comprehended the way of the sword.

They are still wandering in the Sword Realm, and some haven't even knocked on the door of the Sword Realm yet.

In the end, they chose not to compete with Cheng Jiu. Every generation produces one or two freaks; there's no point in comparing themselves to him.

But the number of people paying attention to Cheng Jiu is only increasing.

Senior Brother: "..." After a long while, he finally said, "Should we go and line up over there?" He pointed to the disciples who were gathering on the other side.

"Go, why don't you go?" The disciple was somewhat disappointed, as he hadn't seen the reaction he wanted. Hearing this, he led the other person to join the queue.

When the powerful figure arrives, they will have to entertain him.

On the other side...

After exchanging pleasantries with Qin Che and Gong Cheng Gong Yu, Cheng Jiu looked at the white jade platform and the still hazy sky. He felt a little bored knowing he would have to stand there and wait.

Qin Che looked at Chang Yue curiously: "Senior Sister, why did Master send you to receive us?"

Chang Yue, dressed in her disciple's robes, stood like a young poplar tree. Upon hearing this, she glanced at him and said, "I was about to ask you something. I thought it was Senior Brother and me who were here to receive guests."

"My senior brother is busy with something, and I happen to be familiar with my three junior brothers and sisters, so he sent me over," Qin Che replied.

"So you know!" Chang Yue said naturally. "Master sent two disciples over."

"Oh." Qin Che understood; he was one, and Chang Yue was the other.

Meanwhile, Cheng Jiu, Gong Cheng, and Gong Yu were examining each other's clothes.

Gongcheng pulled a fan from his waist and opened it: "Isn't it beautiful? Senior Brother Qin Che brought it this morning. The sect master is so kind."

Cheng Jiu looked at Gong Yu's waist, and Gong Yu followed her gaze to her own waist, shaking her head and saying, "I didn't, I only prepared for my brother."

He had a pendant hanging from his waist, which was emerald green and looked extremely extraordinary. When he saw Cheng Jiu's gaze, he handed the pendant to Cheng Jiu. It turned out to be a very exquisitely embroidered sachet. However, he left the pendant exposed and tucked the sachet into his waist.

The sachet was empty; it was just a shell. "Senior brother, would you like me to put some medicinal herbs inside?" Cheng Jiu handed over the sachet.

"Okay, okay." Gong Yu stuffed the sachet back into his belt. "There was actually some inside, but I didn't like the smell, so I threw away all the medicinal herbs inside. I saw that you put the fan in your waistband, so I put the sachet in your waistband too."

Gongcheng shook his fan: "Junior sister, come and see!"

Gong Yu complained to Cheng Jiu in a low voice, "My brother has been like this ever since he got the fan this morning. While we were waiting for you, he even dragged me and Senior Brother Qin to admire it together."

"I can hear you!" Gong Cheng shook his fan, narrowed his eyes, and with a flick of his wrist, smacked Gong Yu on the head: "Don't force me to take action during the Mahayana ceremony."

Gong Yu shook his head. It didn't hurt; being dazed didn't hurt his brain.

Seeing that his younger brother had calmed down, Cheng Jiu's attention shifted to him, and he opened the fan again.

Cheng Jiu followed his gaze and looked closely; it was a traditional Chinese ink painting of a river and sea at sunrise.

The dampness on my face, and ahead lay a flat horizon. The warm sun slowly rose before my eyes.

Cheng Jiu then realized something was wrong. Looking down, he saw that he was sitting on a riverboat. His mind went blank for a moment, but his attention was quickly drawn to the rising sun in front of him.

The waves sway gently, the horizon glows with golden light, and fiery clouds stretch one after another as the sun, brimming with boundless energy and vitality, slowly rises from the horizon.

Cheng Jiu held his breath, embracing the bounty of nature.

In a flash, Cheng Jiu looked around blankly. There was no sea, no warm sun, only the jade platform for welcoming guests at the Mahayana ceremony.

"How are you feeling, Junior Sister Jiu?" Gong Cheng asked Cheng Jiu with excitement.

"It's very impressive."

Is there anything else?

"Very energetic!"

Is there anything else?

Cheng Jiu racked his brains for adjectives, looking at Gong Cheng's bright eyes, feeling a little burning, and thought, but couldn't think of any!

But not wanting to disappoint Miyagi, he was caught in a dilemma when the cry of an eagle came from afar.

"Senior brother, we have guests!"

Miyagi tucked the fan back into his waistband, watching the eagle swiftly approaching from afar, preparing to welcome the first guest of the day.