The balcony is Xiaobai's tree abode, with Firethorn Leaves covering the ceiling and walls, naturally there's no worry about them getting burnt.

The Firethorn Branch obediently led the Demon Soldier away, and Du Yu opened the last suitcase.

Looking at the three glass jars, Du Yu scratched his head, "Little Fen Yang, do you want this?"

"Hmm?" Little Fen Yang's small head poked out from Du Yu's chest, looking at the Demon Lamp Po in the glass jar, her voice sweet, "We all have Saint-level Demon Souls for nourishment~"

Indeed, not only Du Yu, but also Little Fen Yang, Xiaoyan, and Ghost Firefly all have Saint-level Heaven Returning Wood Demon Souls aiding their cultivation and condensation of Demon Souls.

The Demon Lamp Po is quite valuable, it would fetch a good price if sold!

But that would be a foolish act, who would sell such a treasure?

"Xiaobai, I'll keep all of these for you!" Du Yu patted Xiaobai's head.

Bai Yujing couldn't enter Du Yu's Acupoint Home, and the Shadow Gu Tower couldn't help her.

"Nai?"

Du Yu placed the three glass jars containing the Demon Lamp Po on the lowest shelf, neatly arranging them: "When you reach the Celestial Level·Peak Stage and form a solid Demon Soul, absorb them to aid your Demon Soul refinement."

"Nai~" Xiaobai let out a happy cry, nuzzling Du Yu's cheek with affection, her snowy white deer head.

"Hehe, you must grow up quickly."

"Nai!"

"Also, after reaching the Spirit Level, don't become too aloof, stay like you are now... hmm."

Du Yu paused, pulling out his vibrating phone from his pocket: "Senior Brother."

From the other end, Li Jing's voice came: "It's settled. Director Pei granted leave, said that Master Qing should rest well, and can take a trip to relax."

"Ah, great!" Du Yu sat sideways on Bai Yujing, feeling relieved.

Knowing that Yang Qingqing's role in the Demon Spirit Academy, and even in Ancient Pine Tower City, is extremely important, Du Yu felt uncertain about the leave request.

Yesterday afternoon, after applying for qualifications with Xu Yihai, Du Yu called Senior Brother Li.

For life matters, look for Senior Brother Fu, for work matters, naturally look for Senior Brother Li.

These two senior brothers were like Master Qing's humanoid Demon Pets.

Hmm... even though they both are Great Demon Tamers and have taken steps toward becoming gods, they are much more obedient than Spirit-level Demon Pets~

Since the Jade Gourd task was a confidential mission, Du Yu couldn't disclose much, so he briefly mentioned Master Qing losing her beloved pet.

Upon hearing this, Senior Brother Li was speechless for a long time!

He had seen that Dream Dance Flame Butterfly, even though only a few times, he knew how powerful that Demon Pet was.

It was a Demon General!

A Demon General-level Demon Pet, just perished like that, and even its Demon Soul couldn't be saved?

Li Jing really couldn't imagine what perilous mission Master Qing and Junior Brother had undertaken.

Knowing that the Immortal Master's condition wasn't good, and after hearing Du Yu's intention to take Master Qing to the Bamboo Grove to relax, Li Jing fully supported it and diligently applied for the long leave from the school leaders.

"Sigh..." Li Jing sighed softly, reminding him, "On this trip to the Bamboo Grove, we don't have the qualifications to go, only you can accompany the Master.

Junior Brother, take good care of Master Qing."

Du Yu: "Rest assured! I've seen how Senior Brother Fu takes care of Master Qing, I'll handle it too."

Li Jing: "Good, I'll handle everything at the school. If anything comes up on your end, contact me promptly."

In fact, regarding Junior Brother's ability to apply for entering the Bamboo Grove, Li Jing was a bit puzzled.

It's not an ordinary Demon Spirit Realm but a treasure land of the Great Xia!

Regular Demon Tamers wanting to go there to cultivate and relax?

You won't even be allowed through the main entrance!

They could only wander around the Chi Bear Culture Hall like ordinary tourists, hoping when passing the glass walkway to see a benevolent Chi Bear granting them a glimpse...

"Okay, Senior Brother, I'll go tell Master Qing now."

"Go on, keep in touch."

"Mm-hmm." Du Yu hung up the phone, resting his hand on Xiaobai's head, pondering silently.

Regarding the qualification to contract a Chi Bear, Du Yu only applied for Master Qing yesterday, clearly it could not have been approved so quickly, as it requires several rounds of strict qualification review.

But for the "Tai Sui Returns" application, the Bamboo Grove Realm approved quickly, and last night Xu Yihai sent a message allowing Du Yu to go.

So, with Yang Qingqing as Du Yu's companion, she can enter at this time.

Relaxing, the sooner the better!

Du Yu set his mind at rest and patted Bai Yujing's head: "Let's go, Xiaobai, upstairs now."

"Nai~" Xiaobai carried Du Yu and immediately walked out of the study.

Behind, the Firethorn Branch tidied up the silver suitcase, fastening it, and placing it in the corner of the wall...

That silent action was reminiscent of Du Yu, Li Jing, and others.

At the 17th floor, Du Yu didn't find Master Qing's figure, the house was empty, and despite calling out, he received no response.

"Huh..."

The wall-covered Earth Cover Flower slowly extended a floral stem, pointing upwards in front of Du Yu.

Du Yu: "She's upstairs?"

The floral stem swayed left and right, then pointed upwards again.

"Uh..." Du Yu speculated, confused, "Master Qing is on the third-floor platform?"

Finally, the Earth Cover Flower gestured up and down.

For a moment, Du Yu felt troubled.

Not to mention the third floor, I wouldn't dare go to the second!

After a moment of hesitation, he stumbled, tapping the snowy white deer head: "Go, Xiaobai, and find Master Qing on the rooftop."

"Nai~" Bai Yujing trotted, resembling tap-dancing, lightly leaping up the wooden stairs.

Meanwhile, on the rooftop terrace.

The winter sun was warm, spilling into the expansive sunroom. Within, flowers bloomed, and green plants cast shade, creating a small Otherworld of Demon Spirits.

Amid this sea of flowers and greenery, a graceful woman in a light green robe was delicately trimming the flower branches with small scissors.

"Nai~"

The woman slightly turned her head, a smile forming on her face, "What, did you miss me?"

"Nai." Bai Yujing nuzzled beside the woman's leg, tugging gently at the corner of her sleeve.

Feeling the message conveyed through the contract, Yang Qingqing sighed slightly, but eventually sat on the back of the Dust Spirit Deer and was taken downstairs by her beloved pet.

On the first floor, indeed, stood a young man.

No, he was already 18; calling him a young man was more fitting.

Yang Qingqing: "What's up?"

Du Yu slightly bowed his head: "Master Qing, I've applied for homecoming at the Bamboo Grove Realm in Jinguan City.

Little Tai Sui misses his kin, and he needs to report his cultivation achievements from the past four months to the tribal clan leader."

Yang Qingqing didn't hesitate, immediately replied: "Go ahead, you have leave."

Du Yu: "Senior Brother Fu is busy, could you accompany me?"

"Hmm?"

Du Yu: "I can have a companion on this journey, and I remember you once mentioned wanting to cultivate in the Bamboo Grove for a while."

"Hehe." Yang Qingqing shook her head with a smile, her once cold tone softened a bit, "I can't leave here, though the last mission ended, I must remain on standby."

Du Yu suddenly said, "I've reported to the school on your behalf, and leave has been granted."

Instantly, the room fell silent.

Fortunately, Du Yu was already bowing his head.

Yet he still felt the woman's gaze, the emotions behind it unclear, but the room's atmosphere was terrifyingly quiet.

After a long silence, Yang Qingqing extended a Flower Vine from her fingertip, gently lifting Du Yu's chin.

Du Yu had no choice but to meet her eyes.

Yang Qingqing's face was expressionless, her tone returning to its usual coldness: "You took leave for me."

Du Yu's eyelids lowered: "For taking the liberty of deciding for you in private, you can discipline me anytime."

Saying that, Du Yu finally looked up, meeting his Immortal Master's eyes: "But that Bamboo Sea is truly beautiful."

Yang Qingqing silently watched Du Yu, her thoughts unreadable.

After a long pause, a slight smile finally appeared on her face: "Hmm, then let's go take a look."

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