Chapter 1042

Chapter 1042: Huangfu Yongchun

“Ah?”

Su Ziling’s efficiency was indeed impressive; by the next day, Wang Chen had already received the news from her investigation.

He was utterly speechless.

It turned out that his neighbor, Master Huangfu Yongchun, had taken on a twelfth partner!

This meant that this Golden Core cultivator already had a total of eleven wives and concubines. Despite being over two hundred years old, his youthful spirit remained undiminished, and he was now welcoming a new addition into his household.

It was said that this newcomer was thirty years old, a mid-level cultivator from the Purple Palace, and possessed a beauty that was both enchanting and charming!

After some thought, Wang Chen headed to the weapon refining room to retrieve the Life Creation Cauldron.

“Master!”

As soon as the Life Creation Cauldron touched the ground, the Little Cauldron eagerly emerged, looking quite pitiful. “Master, do you no longer want Little Cauldron?”

Here we go again!

Wang Chen flicked its forehead and said irritably, “Stop pretending; help me refine a magic treasure.”

This little creature was one that wouldn’t behave without a little push; it would take kindness for granted and often acted cute and foolish. Wang Chen was already very familiar with its antics.

In fact, it was quite normal for a Cauldron Spirit to sleep for decades or even a hundred years.

There was no issue of “abuse.”

The Little Cauldron perked up immediately at his words. “What kind of magic treasure?”

Wang Chen drew his finger in the air, vividly sketching the image of a flying phoenix hairpin that appeared before them.

He based it on the style from his previous life, adding the unique characteristics of female cultivators from this world, making the hairpin look exquisite and elegant, with a special charm.

Wang Chen repeated his requirements, then took out all the materials he had for the Little Cauldron to choose from.

“Is this it?”

The Little Cauldron looked disappointed, with a hint of disdain.

The hairpin Wang Chen wanted to refine was considered the lowest-grade magic treasure, with only small functions like cleansing the body, moisturizing the skin, avoiding dust, feeling the wind, and awakening the spirit; it even lacked any protective abilities!

Pretty but not practical.

“Isn’t it okay?”

Wang Chen immediately frowned. “If you can’t refine this, what use are you to me?”

Due to the low functional requirements but not low grade, Wang Chen didn’t want to waste time doing it himself.

To his surprise, this little thing actually had the nerve to complain!

“Alright, alright!”

Seeing Wang Chen’s face darken, the Little Cauldron quickly turned its attitude 180 degrees, nodding and bowing as it said, “Just three days, Little Cauldron will definitely refine it for you in just three days!”

“Now that’s more like it.”

Wang Chen left the necessary materials for refining the treasure and then exited the weapon refining room.

Half a month later, he took Su Ziling with him to the Huangfu household to offer their congratulations.

Tonight’s protagonist, Huangfu Yongchun, resided in an immortal residence located approximately a mile from Wang Chen’s home, making it quite close.

However, the Huangfu family’s estate was significantly larger than Wang Chen’s; it was said to accommodate a large family of over a hundred people.

Considering the annual head tax required to reside in Luodu Immortal City, this Golden Core true master undoubtedly possessed considerable strength.

Otherwise, he could not have afforded to support twelve partners!

According to Su Ziling, Huangfu Yongchun’s reputation for charm was well-known, and he was particularly popular among female cultivators. Were it not for financial constraints, he could easily have more than just a dozen partners!

From afar, Wang Chen observed the Huangfu residence, which was festooned with lights and exuded a festive atmosphere.

Numerous guests had arrived to offer their congratulations. As Wang Chen and Su Ziling entered the front courtyard, they found the main hall already teeming with guests, bustling like a lively marketplace.

Most of the guests were at the Golden Core cultivation level, each accompanied by one or more attendants.

This was quite typical, as Huangfu Yongchun was a higher-level Golden Core cultivator who had reached the pinnacle of his level.

He was merely one step away from breaking the Golden Core and condensing the Yuan Ying!

Given his age, the likelihood of achieving Yuan Ying condensation was not insignificant, and it was only natural for everyone to personally come and extend their congratulations.

“Wang Chen, true master, has arrived to offer his congratulations!”

Following the attendant’s announcement, a dashing white-robed cultivator approached, bowed, and greeted, “Fellow traveler Wang, how have you been recently?”

Wang Chen was momentarily startled.

This strikingly handsome cultivator was none other than Huangfu Yongchun. They had met once before, so they were acquainted.

However, the last time Wang Chen saw Huangfu Yongchun, he appeared to be in his thirties; today, he looked as if he were only in his twenties.

He appeared even younger than Wang Chen!

It was remarkable, considering this higher-level Golden Core cultivator was over two hundred years old.

If not for the profound wisdom evident in his eyes, Wang Chen might have mistaken him for a descendant of Huangfu Yongchun.

“Thank you for your kind words, fellow traveler.”

He smiled in return, saying, “Today, I sincerely wish you joy in welcoming your partner and eternal unity in heart!”

Huangfu Yongchun laughed heartily and took the hand of a stunning beauty. “Fellow traveler Wang, allow me to introduce my new partner, Ye Zifei.”

She performed a graceful bow. “Zifei greets the true master.”

“No need for such formality.”

Wang Chen nodded slightly, and Su Ziling, standing nearby, tactfully presented the prepared congratulatory gift.

Wang Chen said, “Just a small token of goodwill.”

He did not have a close relationship with Huangfu Yongchun, and presenting a direct gift to such a higher-level Golden Core cultivator felt inappropriate. Thus, having Su Ziling present a piece of jewelry to Huangfu Yongchun’s partner was just right.

“Thank you, true master.”

Ye Zifei accepted the gift with both hands, her eyes reflecting curiosity.

This was the first congratulatory gift she had received that evening—everyone else had given their gifts to Huangfu Yongchun.

As she received the gift, she felt a slight unease and couldn’t help but glance at Huangfu Yongchun.

He smiled and encouraged her, “Open it and take a look.”

Ye Zifei had intended to set it aside, but since Huangfu Yongchun suggested it, she had no choice but to open the box in front of Wang Chen.

At that moment, the guests in the hall gathered around, eagerly watching the scene unfold.

Among them were several striking female cultivators.

These female cultivators were either dignified and graceful or strikingly beautiful, each possessing a unique charm, like a hundred flowers vying for attention.

They were clearly Huangfu Yongchun’s partners or wives!

“Ah!”

As soon as Ye Zifei opened the jade box, a dazzling light reflected upon her charming face, eliciting gasps from the onlookers.

“Oh?”

Huangfu Yongchun’s gaze sharpened as he picked up the phoenix hairpin from inside the box and placed it in Ye Zifei’s hairstyle.

Those around them immediately brightened up.

Ye Zifei’s beauty was already remarkable, but with the hairpin, her aura seemed to elevate instantly. Her attractiveness level increased, with skin glowing like snow and a subtle fragrance wafting through the air, full of a spirited charm.

This left the onlookers, especially the female cultivators, momentarily stunned.

The gift Wang Chen presented was surprisingly a treasure that could enhance beauty and charm!

Such treasures might not be entirely unique, but none had ever seen one so exquisitely beautiful with such impressive effects!