Saving System: Calm Down, My Fleeing Host!

Chapter 453 - 444: Perseverance

From the rhino’s mouth, she learned the whole story and naturally hoped the other party would recover quickly.

She knew that the people of Yanxia Peak were very united and protective. If the Senior Brother was leading, the road ahead would be much smoother.

She also rescued the other seriously injured disciples one by one.

Seeing her so devoted to saving people, those who were dissatisfied had nothing to say.

The rescued senior brothers repeatedly expressed their gratitude, their eyes full of excitement, as their lives were temporarily saved.

The lightly injured disciples had their wounds treated and bandaged with the help of everyone, and the process was much faster. By the time she was done, it was already time for a meal.

But unexpectedly, each person was only given a bite of jerky, literally just a bite.

After a few chews, it was gone.

She didn’t know how these rough men endured hunger and pain.

Too pitiful!

In the past, the food in Qingshan Village was bad, coarse and hard to swallow, but at least there was something to eat, and when starving, it could fill the stomach.

Looking at the piece of meat in her hand, she couldn’t decide whether to eat it or not.

She turned to look at the rhino. He was tall and strong, usually a big eater.

This little amount probably wouldn’t even fill the gaps between his teeth.

She saw him smile as he took the jerky, thanked her, put it in his mouth, and chewed vigorously, looking extremely satisfied, which made her feel heartache.

She walked to the rhino and sat down on a rock.

"Here..."

Seeing the rhino not taking it, Cheng Xiaoxiao casually said, "Senior brother, you’re really having a tough time."

With the spare hand, she took out a biscuit three times bigger than the piece of jerky from her bag, put it in her mouth, and took a crunchy bite.

The rhino, who was about to refuse, widened his eyes.

"Junior Brother Xiao, you’re too ungenerous."

He said while grabbing the jerky from her hand and stuffing it into his mouth in one bite.

As he chewed, his eyes remained fixed on the biscuit in her hand.

Mumbling, he said, "After so long, why does the biscuit in your hand still smell like meat?"

Hehe!

Exactly, the biscuit in her hand was out of the oven less than two hours ago, of course, it smelled like meat.

"Senior Brother Sixteen, it’s been so long since you had a meat pie, craving like this. Look at my biscuit, it’s dried out, so hard to chew, how much meat scent could it possibly have left?"

Indeed, who would have a meat pie that stays fluffy after so long, that would be quite rare.

Cheng Xiaoxiao: The meat pie at my home is freshly baked, naturally fresh and crunchy.

None of you have the fortune to taste it...

"Is there any more?"

The rhino swallowed with difficulty.

Cheng Xiaoxiao shook her head and didn’t speak.

Obviously, a crowd with ears perked up and staring eyes was around.

If she dared to say yes, it would definitely be snatched away.

The bag was only so big, and she had taken out so much medicine earlier. Now it’s all soft and saggy; how much could it hold?

"Haha, I was just asking casually."

The rhino forced a smile and turned his head awkwardly, giving others a fierce glare.

Everyone had no choice but to look away awkwardly, either resting, meditating, or whispering to each other.

As if the previous longing never occurred.

"Thank you, Junior Brother."

Cheng Xiaoxiao turned to see where the voice came from.

Standing gracefully, Senior Sister Nine spoke, adjusting a lock of hair by her ear, an appropriate look of guilt on her face.

"I was just too afraid of something happening to Senior Brother, not that I didn’t trust you. I hope you understand."

Cheng Xiaoxiao raised an eyebrow, carefully observing this caring Senior Sister Nine.

With an almond-shaped face, sharp and delicate features, fair skin, and a somewhat haggard expression, her eyes were full of deep affection.

Previously worried and anxious, wishing she could take the place, she must be deeply in love with him.

Cheng Xiaoxiao didn’t know if their relationship was good, whether the feelings were mutual, or one-sided.

Her inner drama was rich, but her face remained calm and indifferent.

"Senior Sister, you’re too kind. All disciples of Yanxia Peak should help each other, especially since he’s Senior Brother."

"Hmm, you’ve got a good heart. When we return to the sect, I’ll report to the teacher. Whether you catch the eye of the elder depends on your luck."

This left Cheng Xiaoxiao puzzled. What luck did she need?

Could it be that she would be rewarded with some treasure? Then should she accept it or not?

While lost in thought, her shoulder was suddenly patted heavily.

"Good kid, you’ve got it. You should quickly thank Senior Sister. If you can be tutored by the Peak Master, your future will be limitless."

The rhino said with a smile.

Not forgetting to impress Cheng Xiaoxiao in front of the Senior Sister.

"Senior Sister Nine, Junior Brother Xiao is just and straightforward, fearless for friends, brimming with a sense of justice, tactically outstanding, responds rapidly, a great talent for cultivation, the Elder will definitely like him."

"Hmm!"

Like what? Apparently, this was about her becoming an apprentice.

She definitely didn’t want that.

She didn’t plan to stay in the Tianyuan Sect, but she wasn’t in a rush to reject the offer.

While scheming how to quietly return to the Tianyuan Sect, complete her task without being exposed.

Obviously, with these people helping to cover, only half the effort would be needed.

As for people from other peaks, each of them was as cunning as monkeys. This was how they appeared, but in private, they might be cruel and ruthless. She’d better not mess with them.

So, it’s best to go with the flow, temporarily agree, increase rapport with this group, and then plan other things.

"Thank you, Senior Sister, for your support."

Cheng Xiaoxiao showed a suitably delighted expression.

Senior Sister Nine nodded with satisfaction, considering this his reward for saving Senior Brother!

At this time, Cheng Xiaoxiao recalled the herbs she had seen in the cave earlier, which looked a lot like the Immortal Condensing Grass they were seeking.

If she led everyone to find this herb, and the sect’s alchemist used it to make an antidote, it would indirectly save many people in the city.

This way, she could quietly complete this task. If the Immortal Condensing Grass couldn’t cure the plague, she would step in.

Making two preparations like this was to be safe.

She thought of a reason and called out to the turning Senior Sister Nine.

"By the way, Senior Sister, do you have a reference for the Immortal Condensing Grass? I passed by a cave earlier and saw a certain herb that looks very much like the Immortal Condensing Grass, but the cave was deep and dark, and I entered it by accident. At the time, I was very frightened and didn’t see clearly.

People around stood up upon hearing what she said.

Senior Sister Nine grabbed her sleeve excitedly.

"You’re serious? What did the herb you saw look like?"

Cheng Xiaoxiao nodded affirmatively, not understanding why the other party reacted so strongly, even in the face of Senior Brother’s life and death she didn’t lose control like this.

Grabbing her arm felt like she was trying to pinch off her flesh.

It hurt, big sister!

Let go quickly, can we not speak nicely?

Cheng Xiaoxiao grinned, "Such an important matter, I can’t guarantee anything. I asked Senior Sister because I’m not sure."

She passed the problem to the other party, shaking her arm.

Senior Sister Nine suppressed her excitement, awkwardly let go.

Gathered herself, instantly restored the demeanor and authority a Senior Sister should have, asked with a serious and solemn expression.