Chapter 1540: Cang Shengs Reliance

Cang Sheng was overjoyed and said, "Brother Yi Feng, you're amazing! Just a little guidance from you has brought me such improvement. What level of cultivation are you at? Are you a Martial Spirit expert?!"

Yi Feng smiled and replied calmly, "I only know a little. Your comprehension is excellent, and your foundation is solid. Well done!"

Cang Sheng's smile was brighter than the morning sun. He continued practicing his sword techniques, and Yi Feng patiently guided him without complaint.

This scene felt like a return to their childhood.

Back then, Cang Sheng's father was still alive and would guide him in the same way, though much more strictly.

Days passed like this, peaceful and beautiful.

Yi Feng would cook for Cang Sheng every day and guide him in sword practice.

Cang Sheng grew increasingly dependent on Yi Feng, as if Yi Feng were an elder, a father-like figure.

This went on for over half a month.

One early morning.

Cang Sheng, as usual, got up early to practice his sword, while Yi Feng sat by the stone table, sipping tea.

Cang Sheng had visibly grown stronger, and his sword skills had improved significantly.

That day, Cang Sheng went to the Situ Mansion to collect his allowance, but when he returned, he seemed downcast.

After lunch, he retreated to his room and stayed there, not coming out.

Yi Feng didn't say much.

At night.

Yi Feng heard some noise outside the courtyard. He got up, walked out of the house, and leaped onto the roof, sitting beside Cang Sheng.

The two of them gazed at the vast starry sky, sitting in silence for a long time.

In the past, Cang Sheng liked to keep everything to himself, feeling like he had no one to rely on.

But now, he felt that Yi Feng, sitting beside him, was like an elder brother or a father, and a desire to confide in him welled up.

"Brother Yi Feng, today when I went to the Situ Mansion, I heard some news," Cang Sheng said gloomily.

"What news?" Yi Feng asked indifferently.

"They said that Master Situ is arranging a marriage meeting for the third young lady."

Cang Sheng's heart ached, and he felt extremely distressed.

"Do you like Miss Situ?"

Cang Sheng remained silent for a long time, but eventually nodded, looking dejected.

"Do you remember what I told you in the carriage? A man should dare to love and hate, not be timid."

"Life is only once, don't let yourself have regrets. Since you like Miss Situ, you should bravely tell her that you like her. Don't wait until it's too late to regret."

Cang Sheng sighed.

"Ah, Brother Yi Feng, not to mention that I can only live until I'm thirty, but even my current status isn't worthy of Miss Situ."

"We're from completely different worlds. She's like a star in the sky, and I'm just an ant on the ground. How could she possibly like me..."

"How do you know the result if you don't try? What if Miss Situ likes you? What if she's waiting for you to speak up?"

Yi Feng paused, then said gently, "Don't belittle yourself. You're no worse than anyone. Don't leave regrets. Life is like a shooting star—brief, but with many beautiful things to pursue."

Cang Sheng looked at the vast galaxy, watching the shooting stars streak across the sky. His heart stirred slightly, and he became hesitant.

He was afraid that he couldn't provide a better, more prosperous life for Situ Qingyi, and he feared that he wouldn't be able to stay with his beloved for long, only adding to her sorrow.

Yi Feng's words echoed in his ears, and unknowingly, they reignited his passion, sweeping away his earlier despondency.

"Thank you, Brother Yi Feng."

At that moment, the courtyard gate was knocked.

Knock, knock, knock.

"Cang Sheng, are you home?"

Hearing this, Cang Sheng's heart trembled, and a look of joy appeared on his face.

"Go on."

Yi Feng patted the young man's head and smiled.

Cang Sheng immediately jumped down from the roof and opened the courtyard gate.

"Third Young Lady, why are you here?" Cang Sheng asked in surprise.

"I... I want you to accompany me for a walk," Situ Qingyi said, slightly shy.

"Okay..."

Situ Qingyi was wearing a blue dress.

Her cascading hair fell down, and her oval face was flushed, as delicate as an orchid in a secluded valley.

"Where do you want to go?"

"I want..."

Their voices gradually faded into the distance. Yi Feng watched their departing figures with satisfaction, then turned his gaze back to the sky.

Late at night, the moon was bright, and the stars were sparse. The sound of insects chirping filled the air.

Cang Sheng returned to the courtyard in high spirits, rushing to sit by the stone table.

"Brother Yi Feng, I'm back! That... that..."

Yi Feng poured him a cup of tea and smiled, "What is it?"

"I... I'm together with Miss Situ now!" Cang Sheng couldn't contain his excitement and joy, his face beaming with a radiant smile.

"Oh, so you confessed to Miss Situ?"

Cang Sheng looked shy and shook his head, his face red as he said, "It was the third young lady who confessed to me... I was really surprised, but after she confessed, I also confessed to her. After all, such things should be initiated by the man!"

Yi Feng was a bit surprised, but the two of them being together wasn't unexpected.

After all, he had already noticed that Miss Situ also liked Cang Sheng.

Yi Feng smiled and said, "See, I told you. You're no worse than anyone. At least in Miss Situ's heart, that's what she thinks."

Cang Sheng nodded repeatedly.

He had also sensed Situ Qingyi's affection for him.

But he had been too insecure before, feeling that he wasn't worthy of the Situ family's young lady, so he didn't dare to think in that direction.

After Yi Feng's guidance, his confidence had grown significantly.

However, Cang Sheng knew that he needed to work even harder.

This unexpected joy made Cang Sheng's heart unable to calm down for a long time.

He didn't even notice that he had been wearing a silly smile on his face.

Now, his heart and mind were completely filled with Situ Qingyi.

"Love is beautiful, but cultivation is equally important. If you want to be with Miss Situ for a long time, you must continuously improve yourself. Only then can you better protect her and your future family," Yi Feng said seriously.

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Brother Yi Feng. I will work even harder in my cultivation!"

After hesitating for a moment, Cang Sheng continued somewhat awkwardly, "Brother Yi Feng, could you lend me some gold coins? I want to buy something for Qingyi."

Yi Feng took out a storage ring and placed it in front of Cang Sheng.

"This... thank you, Brother Yi Feng."

Cang Sheng was overjoyed. He took the storage ring and checked its contents.

In the next moment, Cang Sheng was stunned.

The storage ring contained over ten thousand gold coins—a huge sum of money!

In all his life, he had never seen so many gold coins.

Even the Situ family probably couldn't produce such a large amount of gold coins at once!

"Brother Yi Feng, this... this is too much!" Cang Sheng's hands were trembling, and his voice was filled with astonishment.

Yi Feng smiled warmly and said, "Spend it freely. How can you lack gold coins when you're in love? These worldly possessions are nothing more than external things to me. Don't refuse."

Cang Sheng was still in shock.

It seemed that Brother Yi Feng was not only highly skilled in cultivation but also extremely wealthy.

He truly hadn't expected that Yi Feng, who had been staying at his home, cooking for him every day, and teaching him sword techniques, was actually a big shot who kept a low profile.

Cang Sheng's gratitude was overflowing, and he kept thanking Yi Feng profusely.

In the days that followed.

Cang Sheng would get up before the rooster crowed every day, diligently practicing his sword.

After practicing, he would bathe and dress up, then go to meet his Qingyi for a date.

This kind of life made Cang Sheng feel incredibly fulfilled and satisfied.

Yi Feng watched as the smiles on Cang Sheng's face grew more frequent, and he felt very pleased.

The stars shifted, and the sun and moon alternated.

Before they knew it, early summer had arrived.

One day, Cang Sheng, as usual, tidied himself up and went out happily for his date.

But when he returned, Yi Feng noticed that there was blood at the corner of his mouth, and he looked dejected.

Cang Sheng didn't say anything. He just swung his sword furiously, his eyes red with anger.

It was as if he wanted to cut through the resentment and unwillingness in his heart.

Yi Feng stepped forward, grabbed Cang Sheng's hand, and asked, "Kid, what happened?"

Cang Sheng was filled with grievance.

Looking at Yi Feng, who was like an elder brother or father to him, his eyes red, he poured out the frustration in his heart.

"Brother Yi Feng, Master Situ found out about me and Qingyi. They said I'm an orphan, with no status or position, and that I can't even provide a decent dowry. They said I'm not worthy of Qingyi."

As he spoke, tears streamed down his face.

Humiliation, sadness, grievance, and unwillingness filled his mind.

"They said I'm not worthy of Qingyi, injured me, and forcibly kicked me out of the Situ Mansion."

Hearing this, Yi Feng felt a surge of anger rising in his heart.

"Who said you have no status or position? Who said you're not worthy of the Situ family? I'll help you propose this marriage! Wipe your tears and come with me!"

Yi Feng walked out of the courtyard with his hands behind his back.

Cang Sheng also wiped his tears and followed behind Yi Feng.

This feeling was like returning to his childhood.

When he was bullied by the older kids in the neighborhood, his father would take him to confront them.

Finally, Cang Sheng had someone to rely on.

Not long after, Cang Sheng followed Yi Feng to the entrance of the Situ Mansion.