Cultivation Begins with Skill Points-Chapter 237 Tang Xueyuan’s Gift

"Lady Xu?"

After making a round, Zhong Lin unexpectedly encountered a familiar face at a vendor’s stall, none other than Xu Bin, Gao Xin’s wife and a former neighbor.

However, Xu Bin’s current state wasn’t great; her expression lacked the previous pride, and she wore simple attire, devoid of gold and silver accessories.

At this time, she was sitting cross-legged by the roadside with a large animal skin spread in front of her, displaying some spiritual medicine, weapons, and various other miscellaneous items, projecting a sense of disorder.

Hearing the familiar voice, Xu Bin instinctively looked up, and upon seeing Zhong Lin, she was taken aback and quickly stood up to greet him.

"Greetings... Greetings Elder Zhong."

Her tone was filled with cautiousness, even a bit of fear and avoidance, after all, Gao Xin’s previous actions were indeed somewhat unscrupulous.

You were tasked to help collect Treasure Fish, each earning you a Spirit Stone effortlessly, a job many dream of but can’t obtain. Numerous martial artists venture to sea daily, barely making ends meet, let alone earning Spirit Stones, and some might even perish with no remains.

Under such circumstances, earning a Spirit Stone per Treasure Fish without having to go to sea could be seen as easy profit. Yet instead of being grateful, you used Zhong Lin’s name to coerce and extort. Not having slapped you to death was already merciful.

Seeing Xu Bin’s expression, Zhong Lin didn’t mind and laughed, "Lady Xu, why don’t I see Brother Gao, is he out to sea again?"

Xu Bin’s eyes turned red and tears streamed down her face.

"To inform Elder Zhong, old Gao... he passed away."

Zhong Lin was momentarily stunned. Although he disliked Gao Xin using his name to create trouble outside, he couldn’t deny that the breakthroughs in the first two phases of the Dragon Elephant Golden Body cultivation relied entirely on the Treasure Fish Gao Xin delivered.

"Did he encounter an assassination?" Zhong Lin asked solemnly.

Xu Bin wiped away the tears at the corner of her eyes, her voice sorrowful, "Thanks for Elder Zhong’s concern, old Gao was attacked by a Sea Beast while he was out to sea and drowned."

Zhong Lin sighed inwardly. The hunting team walks a fine line of danger; one mistake and there’s no grave, becoming a meal for a Sea Beast.

"My condolences."

Zhong Lin offered some comfort.

"My dear."

A shout came from a distance, and shortly after, a man walked over with big strides, standing next to Xu Bin, his eyes filled with concern.

"Look at what I brought for you, the latest rouge from the Flowers Pavilion, water-proof, vibrant in color. You’ll look stunning wearing it."

This man seemed in his twenties, openly displaying affection without concern.

Zhong Lin: "..."

Xu Bin appeared somewhat awkward, sneaking a glance at Zhong Lin, hurriedly pulling the man, saying, "This is the Elder Zhong I’ve often mentioned to you. Pay your respects quickly."

The man’s eyes lit up; he had heard a lot about the famed Fifth Grade Alchemist Elder Zhong of the Purple Cloud Sect. He didn’t expect to meet him today.

Not daring to neglect, he promptly stepped forward and bowed, "Ma Chun pays respects to Elder Zhong."

Zhong Lin nodded slightly, said a few words, and then turned to leave, feeling a bit emotional inside.

Indeed, the world of martial artists is more genuine. Xu Bin’s mourning for Zhou Xin was sincere, but so was finding another suitor so quickly. He was still too naive.

However, upon reflection, it made sense. Xu Bin was still just a Postnatal Martial Artist, yet to break through to the Innate Realm. Without a powerful man to rely on in the Luoxing Islands, where might makes right, she would soon be devoured with nothing left, or Minghua Building might be her final resting place.

Shaking his head, Zhong Lin stopped thinking about it and continued his stroll around the city, returning to the Fire Cloud Palace after nightfall.

"Ah! You’re back, sir."

Tang Xueyuan, in her luxurious attire, quickly ran over upon knowing Zhong Lin had returned and threw herself into his arms.

"Not bad, your cultivation hasn’t lagged behind."

Zhong Lin patted Tang Xueyuan’s round back twice, feeling her Innate Early Stage cultivation nearing a breakthrough to Mid Stage, showing a satisfied smile.

Tang Xueyuan clung tightly to Zhong Lin’s arm, wishing she could merge into him, jokingly saying, "With the resources you provide, if I didn’t cultivate well, I’d be ungrateful. Many vixens envy me outside!"

Zhong Lin playfully tapped Tang Xueyuan’s nose, smiling, "In the martial artist’s world, it’s survival of the fittest. Your attitude is good, keep cultivating well. Once your cultivation is high enough, you can also help me handle more things."

"Mm-hmm, sir, I won’t let you down. By the way, sir, did you manage to handle the matter during your trip?"

"More or less, at least I shouldn’t be heading out in the short term. Inform them, we can start alchemy again from tomorrow." Zhong Lin said.

The smile on Tang Xueyuan’s face became even broader; with Zhong Lin resuming alchemy, she, as the hostess, could receive gifts again.

With so many people coming for alchemy, there had to be some order of priority, which depended on the gifts given.

The saying goes, "An official before a minister’s hall," and it aptly describes the situation.

Of course, Tang Xueyuan didn’t dare to overstep; she would never offend the strong or major factions, not wanting to cause trouble for Zhong Lin, and she reported all received gifts to him.

Striking gold with this opportunity, she didn’t want to squander it for minor gains.

"Sir, take a few days to rest since you’ve just returned; there’s no rush to start alchemy. I also found a gift for you."

"A gift?"

Zhong Lin paused, curious, and looked at Tang Xueyuan.

Tang Xueyuan gave a proud smile and clapped her hands.

Then, a series of melodic ’ding-dong’ bell sounds echoed from behind the door.

A woman with vibrant green eyes stepped out from behind the door, her figure voluptuous and alluring, with exotic features, strikingly beautiful with red hair.

The woman wore a red veil covering her face and hair, dressed in a red bustier and skirt exposing her navel, revealing her swan-like neck, exquisite collarbones, and flat abdomen.

She gracefully raised her fair and delicate arms, lifting the red skirt, and with an enchanting curvy figure, she gracefully stepped forward, revealing a stunningly long leg, lightly tapping the floor with her toes.

Her thighs were firm, waist strong, legs long and muscular, barefoot, with ten jade-like toes painted with red floral juice, complementing her fair skin.

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This exotic red-haired woman, after stepping out, gracefully saluted Zhong Lin, her gaze captivating like an alluring fox.

Zhong Lin raised an eyebrow, looking at Tang Xueyuan with an amused expression.

"Sir, don’t be hasty, there’s more!"