Time flies like an arrow.
Since obtaining the white fox spirit pet, Mo Huaiyu had taken great care of it.
However, he discovered that this white fox wouldn’t eat raw meat, and it also disliked him placing its bowl on the floor to eat.
It would only eat if it jumped onto the table.
It also refused to eat the spirit pet feed he bought with spirit stones, insisting on eating the same meals as him, which left him baffled.
Unknowingly, the day of the trial arrived, and on this day, all the disciples of the Yuling Sect were buzzing with excitement.
Mo Huaiyu set off very early with An Ruoxi, heading for the temporary encampment at Hundred Flowers Peak.
Before long, two figures, one tall and one short, arrived at the Hundred Flowers Peak encampment.
The scenery here was beautiful, and looking out, the entire entrance to the trial grounds was visible.
Mo Huaiyu looked at the flag fluttering in the wind, embroidered with a hundred flowers.
‘Hmm, that fits the name Hundred Flowers Peak perfectly.’
He gazed into the distance.
Many flags were planted around, apparently marking the encampments of other peaks.
Some featured a sword, others an alchemy furnace and pills, and some displayed formation diagrams.
Just as he was trying to get a clearer look at the surrounding flags, An Ruoxi patted his shoulder and said gently, “Junior Brother Mo, we need to go meet the elders and Master first.”
This time, Hundred Flowers Peak had dispatched four beautiful female elders who were stationed here to prevent any unexpected incidents.
“Alright.” Mo Huaiyu nodded and then followed behind Sister Ruoxi.
Led by An Ruoxi, Mo Huaiyu met the four of them.
“I greet the elders, Master.”
After paying his respects, Mo Huaiyu noticed that the attention of all four women had settled on him.
When he slightly raised his head, he found the four beautiful elders looking at him with profound gazes, as if trying to see through him completely.
However, they didn’t probe his body with their divine sense as forcefully as Sister Ruoxi’s grandaunt had; it was just a simple observation.
Faced with this observation, Mo Huaiyu had no worry at all that his secrets would be exposed.
One of the beautiful elders nodded slightly.
With a stunning face, she said with a smile, “A fine young lad. Solid foundation, good talent, far exceeding my expectations.”
Another elder, her expression slightly gentler, also praised, “Indeed. This little one’s future potential is immeasurable.”
Mo Huaiyu remained silent, allowing the four pairs of beautiful eyes to scrutinize him.
It was fine at first, but as time passed, he felt the elders’ gazes growing increasingly… intense.
At this moment, Ming Yuhe, seated at the head, spoke.
“Hehe, little one, for this trial, we’ll be relying on you to assist Ruoxi. I think that as long as the two of you work together, the trials inside won’t be able to trouble you.”
These words from Ming Yuhe truly overwhelmed Mo Huaiyu.
Him, assist Sister Ruoxi? If he were at the Faxiang Realm, that might be possible.
But he was only at the Dao Platform Realm now.
Not dragging Sister Ruoxi down would already be an achievement.
“Master, rest assured. Junior Brother Mo’s strength is not weak. We are confident we can seize the top spot,” An Ruoxi said, her eyes revealing confidence.
Seeing her disciple so confident, Ming Yuhe nodded with satisfaction.
“Good. Having confidence is a good thing, but remember, caution is paramount in all matters, Ruoxi. For this trial, there are formidable opponents who can match you. I cannot help you inside. In the trial, everything depends on you.”
“Also, keep an eye out for that spirit herb. The top spot or whatever, I don’t really care. As long as you can find that spirit herb, that is the best news for me.”
After repeated reminders, An Ruoxi led Mo Huaiyu away.
Once outside, Mo Huaiyu encountered many young women on the path.
Judging by how they actively greeted Sister Ruoxi, they seemed to have some acquaintance with her.
Of course, every woman couldn’t help but cast her gaze toward the youth beside An Ruoxi.
They were all familiar with this handsome young boy by reputation.
It was rumored this little guy had even defeated a Faxiang Realm cultivator.
When they saw Mo Huaiyu, almost all of them felt a faint sense of goodwill rise in their hearts.
A few delicate beauties even teased with smiles:
“So, little junior brother, interested in teaming up with us senior sisters? We’ll let you sleep in the middle~”
“If Senior Sister An doesn’t take good care of you, you can come find us senior sisters. We’ll definitely raise you plump and fair~”
“That’s right! When fighting, little junior brother doesn’t need to lift a finger. Just hide behind us senior sisters~”
Hearing this, An Ruoxi’s elegant brows furrowed slightly.
Even though she knew it was just the girls’ playful banter, she still shielded the youth behind her.
“Junior Brother Mo is fine with just me taking care of him.”
Several stunning beauties gathered together, occasionally letting out pleasant laughter.
The most outstanding among them was undoubtedly An Ruoxi.
However, compared to the lively girls around her, she appeared much more aloof and spoke little, only nodding occasionally while protectively shielding the youth behind her.
Just moments ago, one girl couldn’t resist and pinched Mo Huaiyu’s cheek, exclaiming how soft and wonderful it was, which prompted the other girls to join in.
An Ruoxi had quite a struggle pulling him out from the midst of the beauties.
Mo Huaiyu was rather intimidated by the enthusiasm of these senior sisters.
At first, he thought Sister Ruoxi had some friendship with them, but as he listened to their chatter, he realized these girls were simply social butterflies, purely outgoing and familiar with everyone.
The youth was surrounded by them, and the conversation almost always revolved around him.
He occasionally chimed in a few words, which made the beauties like him even more.
From the conversation, Mo Huaiyu learned the identities of these girls.
They were all among the top ten combatants of Hundred Flowers Peak.
As for the number one, of course, it was An Ruoxi.
Although her realm advancement had slowed due to the Great Dao Wound, she was still the undisputed number one, firmly above the others.
Suddenly, Mo Huaiyu seemed to sense something.
He turned his little head, his gaze landing on another mountain ridge.
There, two peerless beauties stood facing the wind.
One woman wore men’s clothing, yet it did nothing to conceal her beauty and grace.
The other wore a long dress, its hem outlining the contours of her slender, beautiful legs.
An Ruojun watched the youth amidst the crowd of beauties, crossing her arms.
“Hmph! This little pervert is probably enjoying himself right now.”
She saw a girl try to secretly pinch the youth’s cheek, but her sister noticed and flicked the girl’s forehead with her finger as a warning.
“Don’t say that. Little junior brother is so cute, it’s normal for him to be popular.”
Xia Qingluan appeared the same as usual on the surface, but inside she was full of anxiety.
‘If we really can’t find it this time, I’ll have no choice but to obediently go back and get married.’
If she were marrying a man she liked, she would naturally be very willing.
But she didn’t even know the other party’s name, only that he was a man.
Oh, and also that he was quite a bit younger than her.
Thinking of this, her gaze involuntarily drifted toward Mo Huaiyu.
‘If the partner were little junior brother… I could accept that too. After all, he’s so cute and quite likable.’