Improvement Before Departure

Xu Mu took out his phone, glanced at it, and saw it was a call from Jiang Huihui.

Huihui, what is up?

Do you know about the Martial Pinnacle Tournament? My grandfather said the date has already been set.

Jiang Huihui's voice came through the receiver.

I just heard about it too. Why? Do you want to participate?

Xu Mu asked with a smile.

When he received Jiang Huihui's call, he had already guessed what she was going to say.

It seemed this so-called grand ceremony was indeed tugging at everyone's heartstrings.

However, this was understandable.

It could be said that through this competition, one could see the highest level of the younger generation of the Yanhuang descendants.

Especially the foreign races; they were definitely eager to know the cultivation realms of this group of people.

If this generation of young people turned out to be useless, these foreign races would start getting restless.

I actually do not want to, but my grandfather wants me to go. The rewards this time are just too tempting.

Jiang Huihui sighed on the other end.

Oh? Do you know what the rewards are?

Xu Mu suddenly grew curious. If the rewards were generous, he planned to snatch a wave of them too.

Of course. First of all, the five major sects are each bringing out rank-nine heavenly materials and earthly treasures. According to my grandfather, they are also rewarding several unexplored ruins.

Jiang Huihui explained.

Hearing this, Xu Mu stroked his chin in deep thought. This was indeed a massive undertaking.

Huihui, what identity will you use to participate? A cleaner?

No, cleaners belong to a work unit. For example, many cleaners are essentially sect members, so they will participate under their sect's identity.

Jiang Huihui explained over the phone. As for me, I belong to an independent cultivator family.

I see.

Xu Mu nodded. By the way, can I bring someone from a foreign race along?

As long as they have not attacked us and are law-abiding, a foreign race member can enter if they find a guarantor.

Jiang Huihui said. My grandfather is qualified to be a guarantor.

That is good.

Xu Mu nodded. Then Fu Jinyu could go in. Huihui, when you guys plan to leave, remember to notify me. I will give you a high-level pill then.

Okay.

Jiang Huihui said.

After hanging up, Xu Mu immediately sent a message to Fu Jinyu, telling her that he could bring her along this time.

Fu Jinyu was also very happy. Ever since she was very young, she had known about the Martial Pinnacle Tournament.

At first, it was through word of mouth, and as technology advanced, she started watching recordings.

However, she had never been to the scene in person. She did not expect to get the chance this time because of Xu Mu.

Xu Mu lay on the grass, watching the few people fighting in the distance.

He did not even need to think to know that this grand ceremony would be star-studded. He could guess that the male protagonist would definitely go.

Barring any accidents, he would also participate in the competition.

According to the normal plot, with so many heavenly materials and earthly treasures, the one who would benefit in the end would most likely be the male protagonist.

...

Tonight.

Xu Mu received another message from Jiang Huihui. She said her grandfather had set the date and they would leave in two days.

Because there were too many people at the Martial Pinnacle Tournament, her grandfather would also be called over to help and gather with some old friends in advance.

After receiving the message, Xu Mu immediately messaged Fu Jinyu and Nalan Shisan, telling them to rest for one more day and head to the Kunlun Mountains the following day.

Another day passed. Today, Ye Yu and Bai Yi returned home.

Xu Mu looked at Ye Yu's expression. She smiled from time to time, making him feel like she had definitely done something in private, and it was progressing quite well.

He did not ask. Sometimes, one should always leave room for a surprise.

Taking advantage of this opportunity today, Xu Mu called Xu Ningbing over again. He prepared to distribute the pills in his hands to the people in front of him.

He wanted to take the chance to earn another wave of justice points. He was currently at the peak of the Grandmaster realm, and he urgently wanted to enter the Mortal Shedding realm.

Tonight, just like last time, Xu Mu called everyone together.

With Ye Yu and Bai Yi added today, he could gain quite a bit more.

I called everyone over tonight to announce something.

Xu Mu looked at the few people in front of him. Tomorrow, I am taking Xu Ningbing, Meng Wanyue, Dai Xingluo, and Tong Guoguo out to participate in a competition.

A competition? Brother-in-law, what kind of competition?

Ye Yu asked curiously.

Simply put, it is a competition for cultivators. I have trained you all for so long, I need to test you.

Xu Mu explained with a smile. There are also many rewards in this competition.

Then can I go?

Ye Yu raised her hand and asked.

No, your realm is too low. Let us talk about it next time.

As Xu Mu spoke, he looked at Ye Tong again. I will probably be away for a few days this time. Honey, do not miss me too much.

What?

Ye Tong's eyes widened, and then she clenched her fists.

Damn it!

Why did he have to leave right when her period came, not earlier or later?

Originally, Ye Tong thought she could finally get a good few days of rest.

But now that Xu Mu was leaving, by the time he came back, her period would have just ended. Would she not have to suffer and be exhausted all over again?

Honey, what is wrong?

Xu Mu looked at Ye Tong and asked.

I... I just feel a bit disappointed thinking about not seeing you for a few days.

Ye Tong felt like crying.

Do not worry, it is only for a few days.

As Xu Mu spoke, he brought out pots and pans. Before I leave, I will boost you guys one more time.

While speaking, he started to light a fire and cook. Just like before, he used some low-level heavenly materials and earthly treasures.

He looked at the few people in the distance. Just seeing him cook, affection points started appearing above their heads, which were then doubled by Ye Tong.

When the meal was ready, Xu Mu gestured for everyone to come and eat.

Come, one bowl of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall for each of you. Leave the soup when you are done, and I will make some noodles for you to eat.

Xu Mu signaled for them to start eating.

Ye Yu took a bite and her eyes widened in disbelief. This taste is absolutely amazing! Brother-in-law, I love you to death!

[Affection +20]

Bai Yi was equally amazed. This aroma is so rich. The noodles the boss makes later will definitely be even more delicious.

[Affection +20]

The rest of the people were the same. Even though they had long known that Xu Mu's culinary skills were excellent.

But every time they ate, it was always a pleasure.

[Affection +20]

[Affection +25]

...

Then, Ye Tong doubled all these affection points.

In the blink of an eye, they had all finished eating.

Xu Mu then cooked noodles for them. The noodles, coated in rich sauce, were another exquisite delicacy.

Brother Mu, are there heavenly materials and earthly treasures in these noodles too? I feel the power in my body constantly surging.

Meng Wanyue said excitedly to Xu Mu.

Suddenly, the power within her body was released outwards, causing her hair to flutter.

Tong Guoguo, who was beside her, was full of astonishment. She actually leveled up just by eating?

In the past, she would not have believed it at all.

Brother Mu, I have entered the Grandmaster realm!

Meng Wanyue was excited beyond words.

Seeing this, Dai Xingluo immediately said to Xu Mu, Brother! Make some noodles for me too! Hurry up, I will eat two more bowls!

She had always been very close to Meng Wanyue in strength. How could she let her surpass her by a whole stage, and a major one at that.