The two descended slowly from mid-air, unharmed.
The onlookers were filled with awe at the spectacle.
They had not expected that Gu Qianying would be so formidable, matching Bai Yufeng to a certain extent. This was something no one had foreseen.
Gu Qianying lightly shook her arm, glancing sideways at Bai Yufeng, and said with a light tone, "Our eldest young master is truly formidable."
Bai Yufeng snorted, "Compared to you, my status as the eldest young master is also nothing special. Your words now seem to carry a mocking tone."
Gu Qianying let out a cold laugh and turned away, saying indifferently, "Indeed! Who was it that was injured just now and needed my help? I don't recall it being our eldest young master, but rather someone else, correct?"
Faced with such sarcasm, Bai Yufeng's expression stiffened, his tone turning sinister as he spoke irritably.
"Do not forget your place. You are someone who serves by my side. How dare you speak such nonsense in front of me."
Gu Qianying, having revealed her true identity as a woman, had no intention of lingering.
Therefore, the usual pretense of appeasing Bai Yufeng instantly vanished, replaced by a surge of anger.
Recalling Bai Yufeng's repeated torment and her own need to feign compliance, Gu Qianying felt ashamed.
So, when Bai Yufeng spoke, she retorted sharply, "I am no longer. What eldest young master or otherwise, I do not care."
Seeing the myriad changes in Gu Qianying's expression, Bai Yufeng's eyes slowly grew heavy.
He looked at the woman before him, a sudden sense of familiarity washing over him.
Her actions, her appearance.
They seemed to return to his mind, but no matter how hard he tried, he could not recall who that person was.
Bai Yufeng's direct gaze sent a chill down Gu Qianying's spine. She glared at him impatiently, "What do you want?"
Bai Yufeng spoke without reservation, slowly asking, "Have we met before?"
Gu Qianying's suspicion was piqued, thinking it was a new tactic of flirtation from Bai Yufeng.
Her expression immediately froze, and she quickly shook her head, "This young master, we have no such fate between us."
At this moment, nothing else occupied her thoughts but the name Bai Xianhua.
That name was etched into Gu Qianying's mind.
It felt so familiar.
She remembered that these days she had felt strange, a hollowness in her heart, as if she had forgotten something.
Now that she had finally met someone familiar, she had an idea: to secretly take Bai Xianhua back.
To see if she could get answers.
Just then, a secret letter arrived, carried by spiritual energy, appearing in Gu Qianying's mind.
It bore the handwriting of Ouyang Qinglin.
"The spirit pearl has no effect on Xiao Yihao."
Gu Qianying, who had intended to gain more experience in this place to obtain the spirit pearl, had her hopes dashed upon learning of its ineffectiveness.
She casually glanced at Bai Yufeng, her figure instantly turning into an afterimage, and she left the place.
Bai Yufeng gritted his teeth, "Damn it."
Returning to the cliffside, Gu Qianying observed the still chaotic scene below and pondered carefully.
Since the spirit pearl was now useless, there was only one thing that would be of use: Bai Yufeng's spiritual blood.
But Bai Yufeng...
Gu Qianying considered the situation and let out a cold laugh.
Given Bai Yufeng's current demeanor, would he give it to her?
As expected, when Gu Qianying approached Bai Yufeng the next day in her female guise, Bai Yufeng outright refused her.
He spoke without mercy, "Why should I give it to you? This is the bloodline of our Sheng Yu family, never to be easily given to outsiders. You are not qualified."
His tone was icy, every word telling Gu Qianying that she was unworthy.
His condescending attitude greatly displeased Gu Qianying.
But there was nothing she could do.
He possessed what Gu Qianying desired, so she had to plead with him. She spoke sincerely, emphasizing her words.
"We can make an exchange. You only need to give me a drop of blood, which will not cost you much. If you are willing to give it to me, I will give you whatever you want."
Xiao Yihao was Gu Qianying's child, and Gu Qianying would spare no effort to protect her child.
Therefore, she was willing to give up everything.
"You are willing to give me everything?" Bai Yufeng finally raised his eyelids and asked slowly.
Seeing the strangeness in his eyes, Gu Qianying's heart pounded with unease.
But she had no other choice.
She gritted her teeth, nodded heavily, and then said, "I am willing."
Bai Yufeng suddenly smiled and flicked his sleeves.
"What you have is of no use to me, but you, yourself, are somewhat useful."
Gu Qianying's face turned pale with fright, her brows furrowed tightly as she shielded herself.
"What do you mean?"
Bai Yufeng frowned and said coldly, "Stop putting on such a delicate and affected act. I don't care for it."
He slightly cupped his hands. "In a few days, there will be the clan leader selection within my family. This is a major event for the Sheng Yu family, and also a major event for me. I need your assistance. At least, in my opinion, your capabilities are good."
Gu Qianying was bewildered.
The Sheng Yu family had no shortage of powerful individuals, and many were stronger than Gu Qianying.
She was puzzled by Bai Yufeng's actions.
However, the next sentence instantly dispelled Gu Qianying's hesitation, and she agreed to the matter.
This was because Bai Yufeng said, "If I am successfully elected clan leader, I will willingly offer my blood until that person's body recovers. What do you think of this deal?"
Gu Qianying was overjoyed and immediately clapped her hands, "Good, you said it."
Bai Yufeng's thin lips curved. He then approached Gu Qianying, his words laced with a hint of flirtation, "Remember your decision. You will one day know that being by my side is your best choice."
Gu Qianying's mouth twitched, and she quickly stepped back.
"Thank you, eldest young master, for your help. I will remember this kindness today."
Bai Yufeng's gaze fell upon Gu Qianying, and he suddenly said, "I heard you are extremely beautiful, very good-looking."
Before Bai Yufeng could finish, Gu Qianying felt a wave of nausea and immediately moved away, leaving the Sheng Yu family.
As she landed, she felt goosebumps rise all over her, feeling thoroughly uncomfortable.
"Truly disgusting."
As Gu Qianying finished speaking, Xiao Yihao and Ouyang Qinglin came into view.
The two were overjoyed to see Gu Qianying and quickly ran towards her.
"Mama."
The little one tightly hugged Gu Qianying's leg, refusing to let go.
He had not seen his mother for a long time and missed her dearly.
Gu Qianying smiled warmly and patted the little one's head.
"It's been a few days, and you've grown taller."
The little one chuckled and quickly stood on his tiptoes, nodding emphatically, "Naturally."
Ouyang Qinglin asked from the side, "How is the situation now? Have there been any developments on that end?"
Gu Qianying glanced at Xiao Yihao and then shook her head.
Xiao Yihao was too young, and she did not wish to discuss certain matters in front of him.