"That means beautiful people are naturally drawn to each other. It's fate between you and me, sister." Yong Shanling was nothing like the cold - faced person when she met the Gu Diao. Instead, she was extremely amiable.
Mu Yijie and the others sensed something unusual. They subconsciously felt for the electric batons and other self - defense tools in their waists. But it seemed these things couldn't even serve as a deterrent against demons...
"By the way, sister, a friend of mine got lost in this mountain. Have you seen him?" Yong Shanling inquired as if chatting with an ordinary person.
Yong Shanling's straightforward words suited Hou Hua's taste. She let out a hearty laugh. "I recently took a husband. I wonder if it's the one you're talking about."
The corners of everyone's mouths twitched.
Took a husband?
A husband?
Had they traveled through time?
Only Yong Shanling looked delighted. "Really? Can we meet him?"
Hou Hua waved at her subordinates. Several monkeys led a man over, who was tied up tightly and wearing a red flower.
As soon as Li Zhuo saw them, he bounced around vigorously, and the various stones on him rattled non - stop. He was like a drowning man seeing a life - saver and shouted at the top of his voice, "Brother, come and save me quickly. My chastity is about to be violated!"
Everyone's expressions contorted, but at the same time, they heaved a sigh of relief. Judging from his lively state, they knew he wasn't injured.
"Sister, my Uncle Li can't marry you yet," Yong Shanling said to Hou Hua seriously.
"In our human world, getting married isn't just about two people being together. We also need to meet each other's parents. Otherwise, the groom won't only disagree but will also be very angry."
"Really?" Thinking of the handsome Li Zhuo, who had been insisting on going home these days, Hou Hua seemed to have her doubts answered.
"My name is Hou Hua. Since humans need to meet the parents, I'll go with you to meet them. But you'd better not play any tricks."
Hou Hua wrapped up the gems and gold that were useful in the human society in a shabby animal skin, picked it up, and was about to leave.
"Wait a minute. I'm Mu Yijie. I think we should set some rules before we go," Mu Yijie stopped Hou Hua and looked into her eyes, speaking slowly.
"Why should I listen to you? I can pick you up with one hand," Hou Hua said contemptuously, looking at the small frame of this male human.
Yong Shanling was a bit unhappy to see that Hou Hua didn't seem to respect Uncle Li.
"Because your monkey troop lives in the Taihang Mountains, and because I can buy this mountain right away. Then you might be okay, but these ordinary monkeys—" Mu Yijie's eyes were as bright as stars, and he didn't seem to be at a disadvantage when facing this powerful spiritual beast.
This imposing, domineering Mu Yijie, like an emperor, was someone Yong Shanling had never seen before. A glint of admiration flashed in her eyes.
"You—" Hou Hua's face turned livid instantly. The monkey troop was her Achilles' heel.
One played the good cop and the other the bad cop. How could Hou Hua, an old - fashioned demon from the deep mountains, be a match for these two shrewd people?
The two coaxed Hou Hua into making a contract. This contract was directly engraved in the soul. Those who violated it would either have their lifespan shortened or even perish. Every cultivator knew about it.
Hou Hua took a fancy to Yong Shanling and gave her some self - brewed wine. In return, Yong Shanling gave her some talismans.
Yong Shanling took out some of her mature - style clothes and changed Hou Hua into them.
There stood a tall woman with long flowing hair, wearing a black knee - length dress. Her voluptuous figure was just right. Even the abducted Li Zhuo was momentarily stunned.
"Let's go," Hou Hua said, looking at the vehicles in the distance with eagerness in her eyes.
In the car, Yong Shanling learned that Hou Hua only admired Li Zhuo for his good physical condition and wanted to have offspring with him.
However, she didn't know that it was almost impossible for humans and spiritual beasts to have children.
"Sister Hua can go with Uncle Li. He often goes on adventures around the world. You can be his bodyguard. He'll provide food and accommodation, and he can also take you to different jungles to find your fellow cultivators," Yong Shanling suggested sweetly.
Moreover, Hou Hua could protect Li Zhuo from accidents.
"I agree," Hou Hua said, looking at that human. She thought she could protect him well with just a fraction of her strength.
Mu Yijie didn't interfere with their choice, but he also agreed in his heart. It was obvious that the spiritual beast named Hou Hua was simple - minded. As long as there was no conflict of interests, she was no match for Li Zhuo. After all, one relied on intelligence and the other on brute force.
They went straight back to Mu Yijie's home. It was far from the city, and the surrounding houses were very far apart, so it was quite secluded.
Seeing the sculptures in the yard, Hou Hua looked around curiously.
The somewhat embarrassed Yong Shanling happened to see the smile in Mu Yijie's ink - black eyes, and her face flushed instantly.
"Uncle Li, don't think about it!" Yong Shanling said angrily, making a cross with her hands. "I already know it's a modern - style sculpture. Don't tell anyone."
Those who happened to hear this couldn't help but laugh.
"I didn't say anything," Mu Yijie finally couldn't hold back and showed a smile. His sword - shaped eyebrows were striking, and his deep eyes were full of Yong Shanling's figure.
Yong Shanling's ears burned, and the heat gradually spread to her cheeks. She didn't know why she was blushing. Maybe it was because Uncle Mu's smile was too charming.
Li Zhuo came up with the idea of recognizing Hou Hua as his adopted sister, and the two chatted merrily for a long time.
After they left, Yong Shanling grinned mischievously. "Sister Hua has been lured away like this. I hope Uncle Li won't regret it later. Sister Hua likes to use force to resolve disputes."
Mu Yijie looked at the little girl lying on the sofa, munching on chips noisily, with a headache. One troublemaker was gone, but there was an even bigger one here!
"Girl, how's the Gu Diao?" The best way to pull this internet - addicted girl away from the TV was to talk about something she liked.
Hearing about the Gu Diao, Yong Shanling immediately sat up, turned off the TV, took out a bag, and her eyes were filled with uncontrollable excitement.
"This is a mythical beast from ancient times. It's said to be full of energy all over, and every part of it has its own uses," she said as she took out the storage bag and the bag containing the Gu Diao's soul. At the same time, she took out the "Compendium of All Beasts". She was going to study the Gu Diao carefully.
She remembered seeing the Gu Diao in the "Compendium of All Beasts" before, but there were only records of its history, and there was a large blank space below. She had a hunch that she would gain something today.
Yong Shanling carefully opened the book and turned to the page about the Gu Diao, but there was nothing new. Her delicate eyebrows furrowed involuntarily.
"How is that possible? There should be some reaction. My premonition has never been wrong!" Yong Shanling's dark eyes kept wandering over the storage bags.
"Take out the Gu Diao and have a look," Mu Yijie's magnetic voice sounded beside her.