Chapter 0075 – I Will Come Drinking Again – Absolute Returns

Together with Zhao Chunpei, I finally stepped into the last line of defense in the inner courtyard of the Holy Church.

Like the previous two times, we were again subjected to identity verification and body searches, and even the various ingredients brought by Zhao Chunpei were scrutinized.

Along the way, Zhao Chunpei had been so nervous that he didn’t dare to breathe, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead. The guards in the inner courtyard, one more than the other, austere and murderous, saw him frightened, afraid that if he was not careful, he would get into trouble.

He didn’t breathe a long sigh of relief until he passed through the last line of defense, his whole body soaked as if he had been taken out of the water.

“Hoo …… my life, or the first time I was so nervous.” Zhao Chunpei patted his chest and said with palpitations.

“Boss Zhao doesn’t have to be so nervous, I’m here.” I smiled and comforted.

“That’s right, if it weren’t for you, Young Lord, how would I have this honor to enter this inner courtyard? Speaking of which, this is still the first time I’ve set foot in this inner courtyard.” Zhao Chunpei looked at the surrounding scene, his eyes filled with curiosity and marvel.

The destination of our trip is the residence of Sect Leader Windy Sky.

“How about it, Boss Zhao’s first impression of this inner courtyard?” I asked with a smile.

“It s too …… scary, I didn t dare to look closely.” Zhao Chunpei said with palpitations.

“There’s nothing to be afraid of, in this huge inner courtyard, there are only a few people who really put their hearts into it.” I said lightly.

“Young Lord is right, right.” Zhao Chunpei hastily nodded in agreement, but the corners of his mouth couldn’t help but rise slightly, clearly feeling very flattered by my words.

“I must have accumulated a lot of yin virtues in my past life to have the honor of getting to know you, Young Lord!” He lamented, “Thanks to your blessing, not only am I able to cook for those big shots that I normally wouldn’t even dare to think about, but now I even have the chance to catch a glimpse of this Holy Sect’s inner courtyard, it’s truly a three-life blessing, a three-life blessing!”

The reason why I brought Zhao Chunpei to the inner courtyard this time was ostensibly so that he could cook a few of his best dishes for Sect Leader Feng Tian, but in reality, it was to fulfill a wish that he has always had – to see with his own eyes the scenery of this inner courtyard of the Holy Sect.

He had inadvertently mentioned before that he wanted to see the majesty and grandeur of this inner courtyard of the Holy Church, so I kept it in my mind and thought of finding an opportunity to fulfill this small wish of his.

Nowadays, that chef under me, surnamed Lin, is bringing a few other cooks to prepare meals for those congregations of the Wind and Sky Sect in the outer courtyard, so I can take this opportunity to bring Zhao Chunpei to the inner courtyard for a walk.

“You, you must have saved the entire martial arts world in your previous life to be so blessed.” I laughed and joked.

“Saving the martial arts, that’s not something I would dare to be called, however, when I was in the jianghu back then, I had also seen injustice and pulled out my sword to help, and taught a few martial arts scums who were doing wrong, maybe, one of them was aiming at the Sacred Sect, hahaha ……” Zhao Chunpei said, and couldn’t help but laugh himself.

I was amused by his boastful comment and laughed, shaking my head without saying anything.

Just then, a few disciples from the inner courtyard passed by us, and when they saw me, they stopped in their tracks and respectfully saluted in greeting.

Zhao Chunpei’s eyes were filled with awe and envy as he looked at those inner court experts that were usually rare to see.

“This inner courtyard, it’s really a crouching tiger and hidden dragon!” He lamented, “Everyone I’ve encountered along the way has made me feel frightened, fearing that if I’m not careful, I’ll offend some high ranking person.”

“That’s why I set up a branch rudder for you, in Ma Jia Village.” I looked at Zhao Chunpei and said meaningfully, “There, it’s the only place, in the entire Sacred Sect, where you can feel at ease.”

“Young Lord is far-sighted, my subordinate admires it!” Zhao Chunpei sniffed, suddenly came to a realization, and quickly bowed and saluted, “My subordinate will definitely live up to the young master’s high expectations, and will make the Ma Jia Village sub rudder, like an iron barrel, as solid as a golden soup!”

“There’s no need to be so formal, between us, there’s no need to be so polite.” I said with a smile, “You only need to remember that no matter when or where, I will be your strongest backing.”

“Subordinate understands!” Zhao Chunpei said in a moved voice.

We walked and chatted, and before we knew it, we arrived at Sect Leader Windy Sky’s residence.

“You’re here?”

Sect Leader Windy Sky seemed to be in a good mood, and a warm smile appeared on his face when he saw me.

Ever since his disciple, Qing Xian, defeated the Demon Buddha Broussonetia-like great disciple, Liang Guan, in the martial arts competition, and was successfully elected as the new Soul Regenerating Demon Sovereign, he had been in a very good mood.

Plus, I had previously rejected his offer to give away the treasure again, which further made him feel even more favorable towards me.

“This is Boss Zhao of the Wind and Elegance House, I specially invited him to come and prepare a few delicious dishes for you, senior, to celebrate your disciple, who has been honored with the title of Demon Dignitary.” I introduced with a smile.

“Boss Zhao, I’ve heard of you for a long time, and when I see you today, your name really lives up to it!” Sect Master Feng Tian looked at Zhao Chunpei and said with a smile.

“Senior is flattered, it’s my honor to serve you, senior.” Zhao Chunpei said flattered.

“Boss Zhao, then I’ll work hard for you.” I said with a smile, “I still have some things to talk about with senior, so you go ahead and get ready.”

“Yes, Young Lord.” Zhao Chunpei answered and turned around to prepare the ingredients.

I walked into the room with Sect Leader Windy Sky and took our seats as guests and hosts.

“Congratulations senior, congratulations senior, your disciple, is now the new Soul Regenerating Demon Sovereign.” I smiled and arched my hand in congratulations.

“This is all thanks to your blessings!” Sect Leader Windsky said with a smile, “If it wasn’t for you maneuvering through this, Qing Xian, she, too, wouldn’t have been able to sit on the Demon Venerable seat so smoothly.”

“Elder is too kind, this is all the result of Miss Qing Xian’s her own efforts.” I humbly said, “I’m just, making a small contribution.”

“Between you and me, there’s no need to say these polite words.” Sect Leader Windsky waved his hand and said with a smile, “This time, you’ve done me a great favor!”

“Between us, do we need to say thank you?” I smiled and said, “This, let’s consider it between us, a little secret.”

We smiled at each other and it was all over.

A few moments later, Zhao Chunpei walked in with several colorful dishes.

“Elder, please savor it.” I said with a smile.

Sect Master Feng Tian picked up his chopsticks, chucked a piece of the dish, put it into his mouth, savored it, and nodded his head in satisfaction.

“Not bad, not bad, Boss Zhao’s craftsmanship, it really lives up to its name!” He exclaimed.

“Senior is too kind, this is all what I should do.” Zhao Chunpei said modestly.

The three of us chatted as we ate and had a great time.

After the wine has passed three rounds and the food has passed five flavors, I asked in a seemingly casual manner, “Elder, that one …… who has been following you all the time can you please ask him to come and drink with us as well?”

When Sect Leader Windsky heard this, his face changed slightly, and a trace of undetectable anger flashed in his eyes.

“What are you asking him for?” He said in a slightly irritated tone.

“It’s nothing, I just think that today is the day we celebrate together, we should make everyone happy.” I smiled and said, “Besides, he’s been following senior for many years, without merit, he’s also done hard work, what do you think, senior?”

Sect Leader Windsky was silent for a moment before he finally nodded.

“Well, since you’ve said so, I’ll let him come.” With that, he turned his head to the door and shouted, “Someone!”

As soon as the words left his mouth, a guard walked in and respectfully asked, “Sect Master, what are your orders?”