171 How Are You Holding Up? (1/2)

The disciple wasn't quite sure what to say to that but glancing at the other disciples that were clearly following Mei Chao Bing's lead, he finally nodded and then stepped outside. He couldn't help but perk up his ears to try and find out what they were talking about just in case the Elder would want to know later on.

Mei Chao Bing was pretty sure about what was going on but he just ignored the disciple and didn't do anything either to keep him out. Anyway, he didn't have much to say and those words definitely weren't a problem if overheard by anyone.

He first turned to everyone, lightly clearing his throat. ”Elder Fa has asked me to come over again. I will explain the situation more clearly to her and see what her thoughts on the matter are. You guys should follow what she said before and really have a rest. Song Mu's group will likely have to continue on their way tomorrow. We can talk about whether my group will travel together with you or not after I return. Anyway, it's good to have as much rest as you can.”

The others nodded, all of them preparing to do so immediately, save for Yun Bei Fen who looked at Mei Chao Bing with sad eyes.

Mei Chao Bing felt a tug at his heart when he saw that gaze. He went over and pulled him into his arms, lightly kissing his temple. ”Don't be sad, ah! I'll be back in a bit.”

”Can't I come with you?”

Mei Chao Bing looked at him, wondering how much he should say. If the others weren't around, he wouldn't mind saying everything that was on his mind but right now, the situation really wasn't good. ”Well, I wouldn't mind you to hear whatever it is that is going to be said but … Elder Fa might think otherwise. Anyway, she doesn't know that you're my fiance. So I'm afraid it won't be possible.”

Yun Bei Fen hung his head and then hugged Mei Chao Bing's waist. ”But you will hurry up, right?”

Mei Chao Bing nodded and rubbed his head, tightening the hug for a moment. ”Yes, I'll hurry up. You should also rest a bit. Or, if you feel like you can't, then just practice a bit more. You can show me how far you've gotten when I return.”

Yun Bei Fen's expression immediately lit up when he was given this task. He had been continuing to practice both controlling his flying sword and constructing a shield of spiritual energy whenever they set up camp.

He probably hadn't made much progress but it was better than nothing and Mei Chao Bing had praised him quite a bit for every bit of progress that he did make. Thus, he was naturally happy to have another opportunity to practice and show him how far he had gotten. Most likely, Mei Chao Bing would be happy when he saw. That was definitely a good thing. He wanted to make him happy.

”Alright. I'll train hard!”