Ancient Strengthening Technique - Chapter 1415

Chapter 1415

AST 1415 – Qing Shui at a Loss

“I’m all good now, thanks to Qing Shui . Why don’t you thank him on my behalf?” said Hua Rumei, holding onto the woman’s arm affectionately .

Her action gave Qing Shui quite a surprise . These two definitely have a special relationship . To Qing Shui, even among women, there are few or even none who could hold the woman’s arm .

He didn’t expect her to start helping him so soon .

When Hua Rumei said that, only then did the woman look towards Qing Shui, but she stayed silent . Then, Hua Rumei said, “Palace lord, I was just cured today, why don’t the three of us have a meal together as thanks to Qing Shui . Let’s treat it as a celebration for me, I haven’t eaten well in years and it’s getting unbearable . ”

Seeing the situation, the old monster took his leave . Hua Rumei courteously persuaded him to stay . Ignoring her, the old man nodded at Qing Shui, and left .

The woman stared at Qing Shui silently, cold and unpredictable as ever . Hua Rumei smiled and said, “Wait for me while I go prepare some food . ”

Qing Shui was not sure if Hua Rumei really knows how to cook or if her intention was to let him have some alone time with the woman – better make sure, so he stopped her, saying, “You just recovered . I can make some medicinal porridge for you, if you like . It’s better that I go . ”

“It’s fine . I’ll go!” Hua Rumei hinted to Qing Shui .

After slight thought, Qing Shui decided to stay and Hua Rumei headed towards the kitchen .

Only Qing Shui and the woman remained in the room . Her presence gave off a cold vibe inside the room .

The two sat in the room, accompanied by dead silence . Qing Shui suddenly realised he was never talkative to begin with, the current situation made it worse . All sorts of conversation seemed weak when up against this woman .

He felt that anything he said would be pointless .

“Do you want to drink anything?” said Qing Shui awkwardly .

“You don’t belong at Demon Lord Palace,” the woman looked at him, ignoring what he said .

Stunned, Qing Shui replied, “Why do you say so? I don’t think there’s no such thing as whether or not I belong . In this land where the fittest survive, I must adapt to the land . I feel that I’m better off adapting myself to the palace . ”

“Do you not know of Demon Lord Palace’s reputation? Being here is a lifelong curse for you, even your friends and family won’t be safe,” said the woman gently .

“No one would dare disturb my family, no one . I know Demon Lord Palace but I don’t give a damn about the rumours outside . The one month I’ve been here made me feel that this place is a lot better than the supposed “path of justice” out there . ” That was the only thing Qing Shui could say in this conversation .

“Many forces want Demon Lord Palace gone and that fact ain’t changing but I will destroy them all . Stay here, and you’ll make countless enemies . ”

It was the first time Qing Shui heard the woman say so much . Her voice calm and cold but oddly charming . The feeling was indescribable but hearing her words somehow gave some sort of an impact .

“I’m not scared of making enemies . I waited a long time before knowing about Demon Lord Palace and since that moment, I’ve already made my decision . ”

The woman stared at him . She understood what he meant . He was not blunt, but it was clear that he came for his own sake .

“As long as you know what you’re doing,” she replied .

He nodded silently; the conversation couldn’t go on anymore, though this much had already exceeded his expectations .

Maybe it was because of his silence, Hua Rumei came back rather quickly . The meal was ready but she did not make it, her personal chef did .

She smiled and said, “Hungry? Let’s eat!”

The woman nodded .

Qing Shui stood up and said, ” Let me help you take it out . ”

Food was served quickly . The dishes were freshly cooked and tasted good . This was the Demon Lord Palace, with Hua Rumei as Vice Palace Lord, of course the food was top notch .

“Drink some wine, it cures wounds and nourishes your skin,” Qing Shui said while holding a large jar of Tiger Bone Liquor . Drinking liquor strengthens male libido, nourishes women’s skin and even strengthens the body .

Of course, do not overdrink .

“What a fragrance, let me try,” said Hua Rumei excitedly, looking at Qing Shui . Actually, she felt a bit uneasy . She knew what he meant but she knew the chances of it were bleak . However, she had to help him – he saved her and now the success of it depended on her .

Qing Shui poured a cup for her, then for the woman, and lastly for himself .

“Cheers, to my recovery,” Hua Rumei raised her cup, but there was something behind her smile .

The woman slowly raised her cup, “Today was a joyous day,”

Qing Shui followed, “Congratulations on your recovery . ”

The two drank slowly and elegantly . Qing Shui finished his rather quickly, so he watched them drink . Nothing could be said for Qing Shui’s wine . Hua Rumei started slowly, then finished it in one gulp . On the other hand, the women finished it slowly . Her way of drinking was fascinating, a kind of beauty that cannot be described with words, a pride worthy of admiration .

“This wine is as good as wine thousands of years old, it’s the second best I’ve ever had,” Hua Rumei said truthfully .

“There’s still more of it, I can give you some if you still feel like drinking,” Qing Shui laughed . Although she said it was her second best, he did not ask what was the best – he did not think that his was the best either .

He gave an Interspatial Silk Sachet when he parted with the Demon Lord last time . It contained medicinal pills and loads of fine wine .

“This is my second time drinking this wine . Palace Lord was so stingy, she only let me drink once last time, that time was the best,” Hua Rumei looked at Qing Shui contemplatively .

Now he knew why her expression was slightly different, turns out the best and second best are the same wine .

Qing Shui shook his head, “I’ve met with the Palace Lord several times,”

“You took more than half of it,” said the woman calmly .

“You don’t like drinking that much anyways, it’ll be a waste if they were to spoil” smiled Rumei, awkwardly .

The woman did not argue . Through this, Qing Shui learned that these two women were as close as sisters . It was just that with the Demon Lord’s temper, they would not be as close as real sisters . Even so, he could feel that Hua Rumei was very important to her, though she did not say it out .

“I have plenty, I’ll give you some later,” Qing Shui said immediately .

The woman did not stay long and left after the meal, only Qing Shui and Hua Rumei were left .

“Qing Shui, tell me, what is your relationship with the Palace Lord . She normally does not simply accept gifts, how did you manage that?” Hua Rumei showed a hint of awe in her eyes . She was not as awed last time, she must have been holding back for a while .

“She was poisoned and I helped cure her . I don’t know if we’re counted as acquaintances, we barely talked to each other,” Qing Shui spoke the truth but the detoxification process was unexpected .

“Okay then, I’ll believe you just this once . Palace Lord has unmatched beauty but she is too cold . Plus, her talents are unmatched as well, there has never been a man who dared chase after her . All of them could only bury their faces because they felt inferior, including you, although you still have some confidence in you . Makes me wonder,”

Hua Rumei stared at him intensely, as if thinking about something . What he said just now was considered normal, just a few sentences, and that was the most normal .

Qing Shui felt lucky . Women’s observation skills, along with their sixth senses, were kind of terrifying . No matter how crazy her thoughts got, she would not think of that .

“I’ve been with the Palace Lord for a long time . I took charge of the palace when she disappeared for more than a century . Even though she has resolved that incident, some things cannot be undone . Getting revenge is just an excuse to seek comfort . ”

” Does she have any unfulfilled wishes?” Qing Shui asked Hua Rumei .

“I don’t know but since the incident the Soaring Dragon Continent took part in, only a few out of the dozens of major sects remain, the others have banded together and gone off faraway . So the Demon Lord Palace is the public enemy of the Soaring Dragon Continent . If not for this desolate land, Demon Lord Palace would’ve been flattened a long time ago?”

“Does she have other family?”

“I don’t think so . Rumour has it that the Soaring Dragon Continent was not the only power involved in the incident . There was some other power, though it is unknown who it was . The Palace Lord’s origins are a secret and very strong,” said Hua Rumei, with some thought .

“Thanks a lot, Sister Hua for telling me all this . ”

“Sister Hua . Teehee . I’m glad I met a little brother like you . I have no family either . From now on call my Sis,” Hua Rumei pulled Qing Shui, obviously pleased .

“After this I’ll make more more Violet Jade Pendants for you, just in case you lose it,” Qing Shui said smiling .

“Alrighty!”

“Is there really no way to cure this poison? Hua Rumei thought and asked .

“Well, it’s not impossible, but the current me can’t do it . There are other ways but I doubt you’ll use them,”

“What other ways?”

“The first way is if you bear a child, you can transfer the poison the the child . ”

Hua Rumei blushed upon hearing bearing a child . The look on a blushing mature woman was strangely appealing but he interrupted, “Even a ruthless tiger won’t eat it’s on offspring . Hold that thought . ”

“The second way is by transferring it to your husband’s body, with his cooperation . But the requirements are quite… . extreme . ”

“Alright, I won’t do it . It’s not like it’s bothering me,” Hua Rumei said displeasefully .

In just half a day’s time, they had gotten closer, called each other differently, and Hua Rumei seemed like a completely different person – the paleness and coldness from before were gone . Even though she was still a bit cold, now she can laugh . When she laughed it reminded him of the Demon Lord, a charming laugh, not sure if it could be alluring also .

……

Even after returning to his own quarters, he felt happy . Today was a lot better than expected . Although he could not decline staying for a meal because of Hua Rumei’s recovery, nevertheless it was a huge improvement . Everything always had a rough start, even with Hua Rumei’s help .

Even so, Qing Shui could not quite get ahold of Hua Rumei . Someone who could get along with the Demon Lord, and was also the Vice Palace Lord, was definitely not as simple as she seemed to be .