Chapter 61 The Gift
After a while, Ma Xiaotao seemed to remember something, sat up straight, and looked at Deng Mu, saying, "By the way, you have to be careful in this inner courtyard. Although everyone seems polite on the surface, the competition for cultivation resources is fierce.
If you encounter anything unfair, or if someone deliberately makes things difficult for you, you must tell me, okay?"
Deng Mu nodded hurriedly, saying earnestly, "Yes, I know, thank you for reminding me, Sister Xiaotao. I will be careful. If anything happens, I will definitely ask you for help immediately." He was unimpressed; with his talent, what was there to be afraid of? Once his cultivation speed improved, he would strive to become an 18-year-old Title Douluo.
Then Ma Xiaotao said with a smile, "From now on, I'll trouble you with the problem of the evil fire, Xiao Mu."
Hearing Ma Xiaotao's words, Deng Mu felt a bit of a headache. He currently had no way to help Ma Xiaotao suppress it.
No, there was still one way: dual cultivation with Ma Xiaotao.
Deng Mu scratched his head, looking a little embarrassed at Ma Xiaotao, and said, "Sister Xiaotao, I also want to help you completely solve your problem of evil fire, but my abilities are indeed limited right now. However, I will try my best to think of other good methods."
Ma Xiaotao waved her hand and said with a smile, "Oh, Xiao Mu, I was just saying it casually. Don't put too much pressure on yourself. I've been looking for a way myself."
She had heard before that immortal herbs could solve the problem of evil fire, but immortal herbs were extremely rare and hard to come by. Finding one was probably even more difficult than becoming a Title Douluo.
It was said that Tang San obtained a lot of immortal herbs in a certain place, but the book didn't specify the location, which she found incredibly regrettable.
But thinking about it, it makes sense. How could such a place be written out? If it were, countless people would scramble for it.
At that time, there wouldn't be a single immortal herb left, and she would have even less hope.
Hearing this, Deng Mu breathed a slight sigh of relief and quickly nodded, saying, "Yes, Sister Xiao Tao, don't worry, I will definitely try my best to find a way. But you also need to be careful, don't let that evil fire suddenly flare up again." Upon hearing this, Ma Xiao Tao leaned close to Deng Mu's ear and whispered, "Isn't there you, Xiao Mu? You can help me suppress it. If you're my dual cultivation partner, I'd be quite happy to."
Upon hearing Ma Xiao Tao's words, Deng Mu's eyes widened instantly, and his face flushed red. He said nervously, "Sister Xiao Tao, what are you saying? This, this dual cultivation is not a joke."
Seeing Deng Mu's embarrassed appearance, Ma Xiao Tao couldn't help but burst out laughing.
Ma Xiaotao gently patted Deng Mu's shoulder and said, "Look at you, so nervous! I was just joking, but you're so scared. Seriously though, if there's a way to completely get rid of this 'evil fire,' I'm willing to try anything."
She really liked Deng Mu; she'd liked him from the first time she met him, and their teacher even wanted them to be together.
Deng Mu scratched his head helplessly and said, "Sister Xiaotao, your joke really scared me! I thought you were serious."
Ma Xiaotao laughed and said, "Haha, I knew you'd react like that. Seeing you so nervous is hilarious! But I really do hope to get rid of this 'evil fire' problem; it's been tormenting me for so long."
Deng Mu nodded, looking serious, and said, "Sister Xiaotao, I understand. Don't worry, I'll do my best to find a solution for you."
Ma Xiaotao rolled her eyes at him, feigning annoyance, and said, "Hmph, all you do is sweet talk. But you are indeed quite likable." "By the way, if you encounter anything interesting, remember to tell me, don't just keep your cultivation to yourself."
Deng Mu replied, "Okay, if Sister Xiaotao has anything fun, I'll share it with you right away."
Hearing Deng Mu's words, Ma Xiaotao nodded in satisfaction and took out a gift from her storage soul tool.
Ma Xiaotao handed the gift to Deng Mu, smiling, "Xiao Mu, this is for you. Consider it a small gift to welcome you into the inner courtyard, and also a reward for your hard work in researching my problem of evil fire."
She had spent a long time choosing this gift.
Deng Mu hurriedly declined, waving his hands erratically, "Sister Xiaotao, this is unacceptable. I haven't even helped yet, how can I accept your gift?"
Ma Xiaotao pretended to be angry, her face hardening, "Just take it. Why are you being so polite with me? If you refuse again, I'll really get annoyed."
Hearing Ma Xiaotao's words, Deng Mu took the gift from her. It was cool to the touch, an exquisite sandalwood box.
Opening the sandalwood box, he saw a soul tool accessory inside, emitting a soft glow.
The accessory had a unique design, seemingly carved from the bones of some rare soul beast, and was inlaid with several small but dazzling soul power gems, flowing with a faint colorful halo. It was clearly not an ordinary item.
Ma Xiaotao smiled and introduced the gift to Deng Mu, saying, "This is a defensive soul tool that can protect your life."
She had looked at Deng Mu's information yesterday and thought this defensive soul tool was quite good; it could protect Deng Mu's safety and also serve as an ornament.
Deng Mu took out the gift from Ma Xiaotao and put it on his right hand, saying, "Thank you, I really like this gift."
He started thinking about what he should give Ma Xiaotao in the future.
He couldn't just leave empty-handed after receiving a gift, even if he didn't have anything to give her now, he still had to have the idea of giving something in return.
Seeing that Deng Mu liked it very much, Ma Xiaotao moved closer to him, saying, "Then, shouldn't Xiao Mu give me something?"
She planned to tease Deng Mu; he certainly wouldn't agree to the gift she wanted.
Deng Mu nodded and asked, "Sister Xiaotao, what do you want?"
Ma Xiaotao pointed to her face and said, "Of course, Xiao Mu, give me a kiss."
Hearing Ma Xiaotao's words, Deng Mu knew she was teasing him, but he wasn't afraid at all and immediately joined in the fun.
Deng Mu deliberately feigned deep thought, stroking his chin and furrowing his brow. After a moment, he slowly spoke, "Sister Xiaotao, your request isn't simple, but since you've asked, I can't be stingy."
With that, he kissed Ma Xiaotao's cheek without hesitation.
Ma Xiaotao was completely taken aback by Deng Mu's actual kiss. She froze, her eyes widening, her face instantly flushing red. She stood there, stunned, momentarily forgetting to react.
Several seconds later, Ma Xiaotao finally came to her senses, and, both embarrassed and annoyed, lightly slapped Deng Mu, scolding, "Oh, Xiao Mu, you, you really kissed me! I was just joking!"
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