Leo’s lips twitched upon hearing this, “Peeping? Don’t spread rumors. I had no idea that hot spring was exclusively for female disciples!”
As Leo finished speaking, Master Jennifer’s short sword once again came at him.
“What an unreasonable woman,” Leo sighed in resignation. He didn’t want to fight with Master Jennifer and could only keep dodging outside the bamboo forest.
“Enemy attack!”
The crisscrossing sword energy in the bamboo forest and the bamboo being occasionally cut down by it caught the attention of the patrolling disciples, and they immediately shouted in alarm.
“Boom… Boom…”
The alarm bell rang through the otherwise quiet Seven Stars Sword Sect.
Disciples from all over gathered at the training ground, each holding their cherished swords.
As Leo and Master Jennifer burst out of the bamboo forest, they heard the alarm bell and couldn’t help but pause.
Many disciples were already rushing in their direction.
The alarm bell made Master Jennifer’s cold and pretty face change. She knew that her pursuit of Leo had been misunderstood by the sect’s disciples.
Leo turned around and chuckled, “Master Jennifer, making such a commotion is not a good idea. How about we make amends?”
Master Jennifer was already at the intermediate level of a grand martial master and her sword energy was quite formidable. Leo wasn’t afraid of her, but evading her sword energy was proving to be quite a challenge.
Master Jennifer raised an eyebrow, her icy gaze fixed on Leo. “You, you dare to suggest making amends, you filthy scoundrel?”
Leo suddenly realized that the term “make amends” might sound a bit ambiguous because they hadn’t broken up. So, where did the amends come from?
“I used the wrong word. I meant to say ‘stop.'”
“You’ve got to be kidding me! Still running?”
“I really didn’t see anything at that time. You had your back turned to me, and you’re chasing me all over the place with a sword. Is that really necessary?”
As Leo shouted, he continued to flee toward the training ground.
On the training ground, many disciples had already gathered. After seeing the two of them chasing each other, their expressions were filled with surprise.
“The one in the front is the honorary sect leader, and the one behind is the sect leader. It doesn’t seem like an enemy attack.”
“What are they doing, fighting?”
“I think they must be exchanging their martial arts. I have to say, the honorary sect leader is really fast, and the sect leader is incredibly strong…”
After getting a clear view of Leo and Master Jennifer, the disciples began to discuss, some even showing envy on their faces.
Leo ran while waving at the disciples, saying, “It’s okay, our sect leader and I are just practising. Go about your business.”
Master Jennifer’s face was cold, and she held her short sword closely behind Leo.
Hearing Leo’s words, many disciples revealed expressions of realization.
“I knew it. How could the honorary sect leader and the sect leader fight like that? It must be a sword practice.”
“The honorary sect leader has such a good temper; he’s not even fighting back.”
“I heard that the sect leader has already broken through to the intermediate level of a grand martial master, so it’s only natural for them to practice with each other.”
The chatter of the many disciples made Master Jennifer’s expression even worse.
This filthy scoundrel, Leo, had not only peeped at her while she was bathing and taken advantage of her, but he had also gained a good reputation in the eyes of the disciples for practicing swordplay with her.
It was simply unbearable!
Master Jennifer lightly scolded, “Disciples, go do what you’re supposed to, don’t gather here!”
“Yes, Sect Leader!” Upon hearing Master Jennifer’s command, the disciples, though still curious, obediently followed her orders.
Once the disciples had dispersed, Master Jennifer rushed toward Leo again, her short sword gleaming with chilling light.
Leo knew that this couldn’t continue, so he called a halt, “Master Jennifer, please don’t attack anymore. Let me offer you something as compensation.”
“I don’t need it,” Master Jennifer replied with a cold expression.
Leo grinned mischievously, “Don’t refuse so quickly. Take a look first. I believe this item has a deadly attraction for women.”
Leo immediately took out a small white bottle from his pocket and poured out a snow-white pill. With a flick of his hand, he said, “Catch!”
The beauty pill flew through the air, heading for Master Jennifer.
After a brief hesitation, Master Jennifer reached out and caught it. Opening her palm, she found the pill to be crystalline white, like a tiny pearl, emanating a strange and refreshing fragrance. She realized this was no ordinary substance.
Leo continued, “The pill in your hand is a miraculous beauty elixir I’ve concocted, called the Beauty Pill. Just one pill will keep your appearance unchanged for twenty-five years.”
“Twenty-five years unchanged?” Master Jennifer arched an eyebrow, displaying an expression of surprise. Clearly, the miraculous properties of this elixir exceeded her expectations.
It’s worth noting that even for martial practitioners, aging takes its toll on their appearance, albeit at a slower pace than ordinary people. Women of all ages value their beauty, making an elixir with miraculous beauty-enhancing properties extremely appealing.
Although she had softened a bit, Master Jennifer was not easily swayed. After a brief hesitation, she tossed the Beauty Pill back to Leo.
“Even if this elixir has the incredible properties you claim, you still committed an unforgivable act by peeking at me while bathing.”
This beauty was incredibly stubborn, beyond Leo’s imagination. He could only say with helplessness, “I am the Honorary Sect Leader of the Seven Stars Sword Sect. If you kill me, it will seriously harm the sect’s power.”
Leo had to rely on presenting facts and reasoning with Master Jennifer.
This statement caused a flicker in Master Jennifer’s gaze. In truth, she didn’t really want to kill Leo, but she couldn’t swallow her pride.
It’s worth noting that her innocence had never been compromised by any man.
Seeing her wavering, Leo seized the opportunity, “This is indeed a misunderstanding. I truly didn’t know it was you at the hot spring. I was there for the first time, and I only saw a silhouette.”
“You filthy scoundrel, you dare say that!” Suddenly, a faint blush appeared on Master Jennifer’s charming face. She clenched her teeth, her short sword still pointed at Leo.
“I won’t say more. First, put away your sword. It’s not suitable for a young lady to wield weapons. In addition to the Beauty Essence Pill, I have one more item as an apology.”
Leo reached into his backpack and pulled out a piece of armor that exuded a pale purple sheen.
Unfurling the armor, Leo said with a smile, “This is an armor made from the hide of a Purple Lightning Spirit Crocodile. It offers formidable defense. Along with the Beauty Pill, it’s a sincere apology.”
Master Jennifer glanced at the armor in Leo’s hand and then at his cheek. Some unusual thoughts flashed through her mind. She thought, “This filthy scoundrel has quite a treasure trove on him.”