Published: March 2, 2025
CHAPTER 48: Beautiful Faces and White Bones
At this time, the sky had already darkened, and after more than a month of relentless travel, everyone felt extremely tired both physically and mentally. It was indeed not suitable to complete the task handover overnight; after all, sharpening the knife does not delay the chopping of wood.
Liu Yu agreed with this sentiment. Although he was exhausted and very much wanted Chai Wenzheng to arrange a room for him to sleep, as an inner sect disciple and during this crucial task handover, he still needed to give some face to Su Ding to avoid unnecessary complications.
“Then let’s go with Su Shixiong’s arrangement. It just so happens that we haven’t tasted worldly delicacies in a long time. Let’s chat while we eat!”
Liu Yu nodded and spoke, then took the lead to sit down at the large oval table that had been prepared in the center of the hall.
At this moment, the city lord's mansion had already arranged for people to bring up an oval long table, and various meticulously prepared dishes were being served one by one, steaming hot; there were also several jars of fine wine placed around the table, filling the hall with a rich aroma of wine.
Chai Wenzheng walked in and instructed a reasonably attractive maid to pour wine for the group. Then, with a clap of his hands, a group of beautiful dancers dressed in thin gauze entered in single file.
The sheer gauze clung tightly to their bodies, accentuating their graceful figures, and could not completely conceal their beauty. A hint of rosy blush could be vaguely seen as the dancers swayed their slender waists, casting flirtatious glances at Liu Yu and the others with every smile and frown.
Liu Yu was asking Su Ding about the surroundings, and after taking a careful look at the steep scenery, he shifted his gaze away. The few women he had interacted with recently, whether it was Yan Qun'er or Jiang Qiushui, were far superior to the women before him, and he found little attraction in their appearances.
No matter how beautiful the face, beneath the skin, it was still merely a skeleton.
On the other hand, Wu Chang, Zhou Guibo, and Xie Huaxiong were staring unabashedly at the group of dancers, their gazes revealing naked desire, which made Sun Ju beside them feel embarrassed and angry, letting out a cold snort.
“Hmph!”
Wu Chang was startled by this cold snort, immediately feeling awkward and giving a sheepish smile as he withdrew his gaze.
Zhou Guibo and Xie Huaxiong also toned it down significantly, though they still occasionally glanced that way, their looks less raw now, finally considering the feelings of their fellow disciples.
As the city lord, Chai Wenzheng could only sit at the end of the table, wearing a smile, waiting for the right moment to flatter a few words here and there.
For a moment, the atmosphere at the table became lively as cups clinked back and forth.
Liu Yu only sampled a bit, drinking a cup of wine with a few of his fellow disciples, taking a few bites of the dishes before putting down his chopsticks.
After all, it was merely a desire for food and drink, which was of no benefit to cultivation.
Time passed quickly, and after the banquet was over, Chai Wenzheng knew that these esteemed immortal masters were weary from their journey. He kindly had the servants take them to the already arranged guest rooms to rest.
When they reached the door, Liu Yu sent the servants away and pushed the door open.
Inside, he saw a beautiful woman sitting anxiously on the edge of the bed. Upon noticing someone enter, she hurriedly stood up to greet him.
Liu Yu frowned slightly and asked, “Who are you, and what are you doing in my room?”
The beautiful woman lowered her head, her cheeks flushed as she hurriedly replied, “The city lord arranged for this maid to serve you, my lord. I will comply with any request you have, entirely at your disposal.”
Her voice was thin and faint, almost inaudible, and if it weren't for Liu Yu's keen perception as a cultivator, he might not have heard her at all.