Chapter 413

Side Story Nine

"Was that a sign of a Grade-9 elixir taking shape?"

"Most likely. There must have been a Grade-9 alchemist here just now."

“I wonder which alchemist was here before. It seems no one's inside now.”

"Elder, is the person inside the same one accompanying Kong Bai?" Kong Ying inquired.

Kong Qian nodded slightly, saying, “It seems so. I sensed Kong Bai’s presence, albeit faintly.”

A Grade-9 alchemist is a rare find on Divine Beast Star. Such a young one...

...could only be trained by a Divine Alchemist. The person beside Kong Bai must undoubtedly be Mu Chen's son.

Kong Ying frowned, thinking to herself: Such a young lad,

Not only a martial sage but also a Grade-9 alchemist. How envy-inducing! A good reincarnation really makes a difference!

“Elder, what kind of elixir did that person make?” Kong Ying inquired.

Kong Qian pondered for a while, replying, “It seems like the Bone Reshaping Elixir from the Source of All. It can reconstruct bones.

If Xiao Bai consumes it...” His legs could return to normal.

The person is the son of a Martial God. His bone structure might have already been reformed when his father became a Martial God.

Consuming the elixir probably wouldn't be of much benefit to him. This means...

The elixir was very likely crafted for Xiao Bai. This person's connection with Kong Bai is indeed peculiar!

Kong Ying pursed her lips, pondering: Was that Grade-9 elixir made for Kong Bai?

What did Kong Bai offer him to go to such lengths?

A single Grade-9 demon crystal doesn’t seem sufficient...

At times, Kong Bai would spin in circles on the spot, occasionally hopping joyfully forward.

"Finally! Haha, I'm not crippled anymore."

Mu Ziyu looked at Kong Bai, disdainfully remarking, “Not crippled, but still so slow.”

Kong Bai glared at Mu Ziyu, thinking: This annoying brat, can't he speak kindly for once? So frustrating!

"Brother!" A voice called out.

Kong Bai turned towards the source of the call and was taken aback. Goodness, he looks just like that annoying kid.

Is this the younger brother? Having one such irksome child

Was already a handful, and now there’s another? This spells chaos!

“Zihan, why are you here?” Mu Ziyu asked.

“You haven’t returned even though our father's birthday has passed. I came to check on you,” Mu Zihan replied with a hint of exasperation, tilting his head.

Mu Ziyu blinked in surprise, “Father’s birthday came so quickly.”

Mu Zihan nodded, saying, “Yes! Brother, have you been so engrossed in some good fortune

That you've lost track of time?”

“Is your cultivation stable now?” Mu Ziyu inquired.

Mu Zihan nodded, saying, "Indeed! I've also reached the rank of Four-Star Martial Saint, catching up to you, brother."

Kong Bai was momentarily stunned. Damn, this little devil is also a Four-Star Martial Saint.

Damn, these two brats, why are they so blessed?

"Brother, I heard you caused quite a commotion on the Divine Beast Planet," Mu Zihan remarked.

Mu Ziyu replied nonchalantly, "Not at all! I've always kept a low profile."

Mu Zihan looked at Mu Ziyu with disbelief.

"If you don't believe me, ask him," Mu Ziyu said, pointing at Kong Bai.

Kong Bai nodded and said, "Yes, your brother is quite discreet." As if! The guy has slaughtered several major demons.

Mu Zihan curiously observed Kong Bai.

"Brother, why are you holding onto him? Afraid he'll run? He seems so weak!

Merely a Martial Emperor, not even reaching Martial Ancestor. I could easily crush multiple like him with one foot."

Kong Bai: "…" Hasn't my recent progress been rapid? I'm about to reach Martial Ancestor status!

This little devil is even more annoying than Mu Ziyu!

Mu Ziyu shook his head, saying, "I'm not worried about him escaping!"

Kong Bai cast a doubtful look at Mu Ziyu. Not worried about me escaping?

Why does this guy always lead me around as if he's walking a dog?

Mu Ziyu, looking puzzled, asked, "Then why hold onto him? You should have him within your grasp."

"Father instructed me to," Mu Ziyu responded earnestly.

"Huh, Father gave such instructions?" Mu Zihan said with some confusion.

Mu Ziyu nodded, "Yes!"

Mu Zihan, looking at Kong Bai, remarked, "This is a peacock! Let's cook and eat it; I heard they're very tasty."

Kong Bai gritted his teeth, this jerk has been talking about eating me since we met.

Even worse manners than that jerk Mu Ziyu. So annoying!

Mu Ziyu shook his head, "We can't eat this one."

Mu Zihan nodded and said, "Fine, if we don't eat him. Not even a Martial Ancestor, probably not much nutrition anyway."

Kong Bai: "…"

Mu Ziyu nodded, "Indeed, this guy grew up on leftovers. He's probably sour all over, not appetizing."

Kong Bai: "…"

Mu Zihan observed Kong Bai, "I see! He has the aura of elixir on him.

Seems like he recently consumed a Ninth-Level Elixir. Brother, you refined an elixir for him?"

Mu Ziyu nodded, "Yes!"

"Brother, why did you refine an elixir for him to consume?" Mu Zihan inquired, puzzled.

With arms crossed, Mu Ziyu replied, "I felt like refining an elixir, so I just made some casually."

Mu Zihan nodded, uttering a soft "Oh."

"Brother, what did Father tell you that you're keeping him tied up like this?" Mu Zihan asked with full curiosity.

Mu Ziyu pursed his lips, hesitated for a moment, then said, "Father said, 'A match made a thousand miles away is linked by a single thread'."

Kong Bai suddenly spat out the water he was drinking. A match made a thousand miles away?

Does he even understand the meaning of that saying?

He surely doesn't think it means two people tied together by a thread wandering aimlessly?

After a long pause, Mu Zihan looked at Mu Ziyu and exclaimed, "So, he's the sister-in-law!"

Mu Zihan glanced at Kong Bai, who immediately went pale with shock.

He's only fourteen years old! Already thinking of getting a wife at this age, how audacious!

"Indeed!" Mu Ziyu replied.

Kong Bai felt dizzy, thinking, "Indeed? Seriously?!"

"Brother, does your wife-to-be like you?" Mu Zihan curiously inquired.

Mu Ziyu nodded and said, "She does!"

"How do you know?" Mu Zihan asked.

"She told me herself. She said she loves the dishes I cook, that I'm handsome, strong, and modest," Mu Ziyu proudly stated.

Mu Zihan tilted her head, saying, "Brother, you are truly charming!"

Mu Ziyu smiled, replying, "Of course!"

Kong Bai's lips twitched involuntarily, thinking to himself: He's making all that up! How could she interpret it that way?

Mu Zihan looked at Kong Bai and commented, "It doesn't seem like she's too fond of you, Brother."

"How could that be? If she didn't like me, I'd roast and eat him," Mu Ziyu darkly remarked.

Kong Bai: "…" He regretted ever disguising himself as a mighty creature.

The only time he took such a risk, and now look at him!

They always say one mistake can haunt you forever, and it's so true!

"Big Brother, you're quite ferocious, aren't you?" Mu Zihan said in a serious tone.

Mu Ziyu nodded, admitting, "Okay, I'll tone it down a bit."

"When are you planning to take him home to our parents?" Mu Zihan asked.

Mu Ziyu pondered, saying, "I still haven't caught the main creature of the Peacock Clan from the Divine Beast Star."

Mu Zihan: "...Maybe it's best not to."

Kong Bai is from the Peacock Clan! Eating one's potential in-laws doesn't seem appropriate.

Mu Ziyu nodded, saying, "I was thinking the same."

Kong Bai: "…"

"Big Brother, when are you planning to return?" Mu Zihan inquired.

"Anytime. Do you want to come back with me?" Mu Ziyu proposed.

Mu Zihan pondered, saying, "Yes! Your wife-to-be is quite weak.

It might be challenging for her to travel through the interstellar passage. I can help make the journey easier for you."

Mu Ziyu nodded, admitting, "True. He's quite weak. Without your help,

I might have to wait for him to achieve the Wuzong level before taking him. Your assistance would be invaluable."

Mu Zihan chuckled, saying, "Big Brother, you really adore your wife-to-be!"

"It wasn't easy getting him to grow this plump," Mu Ziyu remarked.

Sitting to the side, Kong Bai wondered, "Am dreaming right now?"

Has fatigue caused me to hallucinate? This boy, Mu Ziyu,

has been raising him, not as food but as his spouse.

This must be a dream. How else could he have such bizarre thoughts?

What a terrifying dream! Marrying someone who could roast him at any moment,

with a family that might do the same. He needs to snap out of it!

"Big Brother, your wife-to-be looks terrified!" Mu Zihan observed.

Mu Ziyu tilted his head, pondering, "He must be overly excited lately. He used to be crippled, but I healed him."

Mu Zihan nodded in realization, "I see!"

Kong Bai: "..."

"Brother, I think our return can wait. I've heard that

there are some fine taverns on Divine Beast Star. Let's sample some before deciding." Mu Zihan said.

Mu Ziyu nodded, replying, "Sounds good!"

Kong Bai clenched his teeth. Another foodie! These two rascals won't die from overeating.

These two insolent youngsters have no respect for their elders. I'm older than both of them combined!

My most crucial matters are just casually judged by them. How audacious!