Chapter 176 – Li Zixuan's Filial Piety, This Disciple Was Worth Taking In!

“Senior Brother is actually this kind of person?”

In front of the villa, Li Zixuan stared at Qin Yang, then looked at the lively white-haired little girl before her. Her earlobes flushed slightly as she shyly turned her gaze toward the potted plant nearby.

“No, I…”

Qin Yang felt Li Zixuan’s complicated gaze.

He inexplicably felt somewhat guilty.

As if he had been caught red-handed.

“Ahem, Shimei, it’s not what you think.”

Qin Yang maintained a calm expression, forming a hollow fist with his hand. “Senior Brother can still explain.”

“Not what I think?”

Li Zixuan was taken aback, staring at Xiaobai as even her snow-white neck turned crimson. “Then what is it? Senior Brother, she’s right here…”

“How could I possibly be that kind of person?”

Hearing this, Qin Yang directly used Star Power to pull Xiaobai into his hand. Grabbing her fluffy tail, he showed it to Li Zixuan.

“Seeing is better than explaining. See for yourself, Shimei.”

“Huh?”

Li Zixuan looked at the fluffy tail on Xiaobai’s rear end, and her face instantly turned even redder. “You’re really adventurous, Senior Brother…”

As her words fell.

“???”

Qin Yang was instantly stunned.

No…

Adventurous?!

What is this silly girl thinking?

“What are you imagining!”

Qin Yang sighed helplessly, directly giving her a light knock on the head. Li Zixuan instantly sobered up, complaining irritably, “Look, this little girl isn’t human—she’s just pretending.”

“Pretending?”

Li Zixuan covered her head, her gaze returning to Xiaobai’s loli form. In her earlier emotional state, she hadn’t paid close attention.

Now that Qin Yang had exposed her tail, more signs indeed became apparent.

The fluffy fox tail, furry fox ears, and faintly, the unique aura of a Star Beast subtly emerged, swirling around the white-haired little girl.

“This is… a Star Beast capable of shapeshifting?”

Seeing this.

Li Zixuan’s eyes widened as she recalled something she had read in books before, finding it hard to believe: “Innate Realm… This is a King-level Star Beast…”

“Correct, Shimei, no need to be so surprised.”

Qin Yang nodded. “You’ve seen her before—I take her to the Library every day for leisure…”

As his words fell.

“It’s the little fox you pet every day!?”

Hearing this, Li Zixuan’s eyes widened in shock.

That little white fox?

The Star Beast Senior Brother pets every day…

Is actually a King-level Star Beast?

Absurd!

But upon second thought, only Senior Brother could tame a Star Beast like this…

Li Zixuan looked at the obedient Xiaobai. Though still shocked, her emotions were no longer as agitated as before.

“Do you understand now?”

Qin Yang observed Li Zixuan’s expression, then glared at Xiaobai.

I’ll deal with you when we get back!

“What are you standing around for? Hurry up and serve tea!”

“Oh…”

Xiaobai nodded sheepishly, her fox ears drooping as she headed toward the kitchen.

“Come in, Shimei.”

Qin Yang remained calm, changing into slippers at the entrance before walking toward the sofa. “Make yourself at home. There’s a fruit platter on the table—help yourself.”

“Mhm…”

Li Zixuan responded, carefully scanning her surroundings, sensing the aura around her.

Right now, what concerned her more was where her master was.

“Senior Brother, is Teacher available now… I’d like to see him…”

Li Zixuan asked softly.

“Don’t worry, he’s inside.”Qin Yang said calmly, signaling with his eyes for her to glance sideways, “Look, isn’t Master here now?”

As soon as the words fell.

Click—

The inner door swung open.

Step, step.

A figure cloaked in black robes walked in, their footsteps measured. Their face was profound and enigmatic, like an unfathomable abyss, as they slowly approached the tea table.

“Disciple…”

“Master!”

Upon seeing this, Li Zixuan’s beautiful eyes shimmered with emotion. The feelings accumulated over days apart surged within her, and for a moment, she was nearly choked up. “Your disciple pays respects to Master.”

“No need for formalities, disciple. It has been some time since we last met.”

Qin Yang, draped in black robes, slowly made his way to the sofa and sat down, speaking softly, “Since we rarely have the chance to meet, we should catch up properly.”

Just then.

Xiaobai emerged from the kitchen, balancing a tea tray on her head, her tail swaying gently. When she saw Qin Yang in black robes, her eyes widened instantly.

Two masters?

A double act!

She almost blurted out.

But as the words reached her throat—

Suddenly!

A sharp, cold intent gathered behind her, followed by Qin Yang’s voice.

“If you dare say a word, I’ll skin you tonight and turn your fur into a coat.”

The words hung in the air.

Xiaobai shook her head in terror, meeting Qin Yang’s murderous gaze. She quickly covered her mouth with both hands, her fox ears drooping meekly.

A fox under the eaves—humbled.

She silently placed the green tea on the tea table.

In the living room, the aroma of tea wafted through the air.

“What brings you here to see your master?”

Qin Yang picked up the tea from the table and took a small sip. “I’ve been busy with breakthroughs lately and have indeed neglected you.”

“Not at all, absolutely not! Master, you’re too kind!”

Li Zixuan shook her head, waving her hands hurriedly. “It’s been so long since I last saw you, Master. Ever since I witnessed your elegance at Sword God Valley, I’ve been longing to see you again.”

“That’s why I’ve been pestering Senior Brother to bring me here these days… mainly to show a little filial piety.”

“Filial piety?” Qin Yang raised an eyebrow. “Between master and disciple, why bother with such formalities?”

“No, Master, it’s just a small token of gratitude for all you’ve done for me.”

Li Zixuan spoke softly as she placed the gift box on the tea table, slowly untied the red ribbon, and revealed its contents to Qin Yang.

Inside the box were Millennial Ginseng, Snow Lotus, and various other precious herbs.

But the most exquisite item was a robe embroidered with crimson dragon patterns. Gilded scales adorned its surface, so lifelike they seemed to swim across the fabric, imbued with a spiritual charm.

“Master, this is a robe I specially commissioned for you…”

“Crafted with the essence of Dragon Blood, the golden scales were meticulously inlaid by artisans. With just a trace of Star Power, the dragon patterns will awaken and glide across the robe.”

Li Zixuan tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear, her gaze fixed intently on Qin Yang as she offered him the gift box. “Please accept this humble gift, Master, as a token of your disciple’s sincerity.”

“A gift for me…”

Qin Yang took the robe, his fingers tracing the embroidered patterns. Drawing insights from the “True Explanation of Crafting,” he examined the intricate craftsmanship.

The dragon patterns shifted, the golden scales interlocking—each step of the process was complex.

To say nothing else, just commissioning such a piece would have taken months.

In all his time in this world, this was the first time someone had given him clothing…

“Master, do you like it?”Li Zixuan’s eyes flickered, her heart pounding wildly, her earlobes flushed crimson as she awaited Qin Yang’s response.

“Excellent, this master is quite pleased. You’ve been thoughtful, my disciple.”

Qin Yang nodded, his fingers brushing over the brocade dragon robe. The embroidered serpent coiled around his fingertips, leaving him feeling thoroughly refreshed and comfortable.

Excellent!

This disciple truly hasn’t been raised in vain!

(End of Chapter)