When Life Runs Out, the Fun Begins-Chapter 14 – Notify all members of the Heaven Vault Pavilion to report

At the peak of Purple Mist Peak (a small mountain surrounding Yunqi Peak), clouds and mist swirled, resembling a fairyland. Liu Ruyan's cave abode was located here. Outside the cave, exotic flowers and rare herbs competed in beauty, and the spiritual qi was so abundant it made one feel at ease. Mu Xiaochuan was led by Liu Ruyan by the hand into the cave, feeling a bit uneasy.
Suddenly, Liu Ruyan pulled him into her soft embrace, her fragrance enveloping him, causing his heart to flutter.
"Junior Sister, isn't this... not quite appropriate?" Mu Xiaochuan, who usually would have been eager to jump at such a chance, was caught off guard by Liu Ruyan's initiative.
"What's inappropriate about it?" Liu Ruyan smiled alluringly, her eyes full of teasing. "Just because you've reached Foundation Establishment, do you think your junior sister has grown old and unattractive?"
"Junior Sister..." Mu Xiaochuan was about to say something when Liu Ruyan silenced him with a finger on his lips.
"Shh... don't speak," Liu Ruyan whispered softly.
With that, she stood on tiptoe and kissed Mu Xiaochuan on the lips.
Mu Xiaochuan felt a current run through his body, leaving him numb and powerless to resist. He instinctively wrapped his arms around Liu Ruyan's slender waist, responding to her passion.
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After a long while, they reluctantly parted.
Seeing Liu Ruyan's blushing face and the tenderness in her eyes, Mu Xiaochuan thought to himself, "Could this be what they call love growing over time?"
Liu Ruyan spoke softly, "Senior Brother, you've really surprised me. We came here together, and I always thought you weren't very talented, just diligent. But it seems hard work pays off, and you've unknowingly broken through to Foundation Establishment. Did you have some opportunity or encounter?"
"Hehe, it's mostly thanks to you, Junior Sister," Mu Xiaochuan replied with a smile, thinking to himself that it was indeed due to Liu Ruyan. Without her, he might never have awakened the system, and most of his thrill points were thanks to her.
"You're such a sweet talker," Liu Ruyan rolled her eyes at Mu Xiaochuan, not believing him at all. "If you have any opportunities or encounters in the future, don't forget your junior sister!"
"Junior Sister is my greatest benefactor. If I have anything good, I'll definitely share it with you," Mu Xiaochuan thought, realizing he owed her a lot and should repay her.
Liu Ruyan then asked seriously, "Senior Brother, what are your plans for the future?"
"Plans?" Mu Xiaochuan was taken aback.
"Yes, you're an Outer Sect Elder now," Liu Ruyan said. "Which hall do you plan to join?"
"Which hall?" Mu Xiaochuan hesitated and said, "I haven't really decided yet."
"Why not come to my Spiritual Herb Garden?" Liu Ruyan suggested, looking at Mu Xiaochuan with seductive eyes. "There are many spirit herbs there that can aid our cultivation and make it easier for us to meet."
"That sounds great," Mu Xiaochuan was tempted but then said, "But no, there's still the deputy hall master Lin Zhennan there. With him around, it would be inconvenient."
"Then go to the Heaven Vault Pavilion," Liu Ruyan suggested. "The Heaven Vault Pavilion manages the sect's resources, and there's only Senior Sister Ye Qingyu there. It's a good choice for you."
"Heaven Vault Pavilion?" Mu Xiaochuan's eyes lit up. "Yes, there's only Elder Ye Qingyu there. That's perfect."
"Elder Ye Qingyu is indifferent to worldly affairs and doesn't like mundane tasks. Once you're there, you can take charge," Liu Ruyan winked. "Besides, Senior Sister is older, so I'll feel at ease with you there, hehe!"
"Don't worry, Junior Sister. No matter where I am, I'll make time to visit you," Mu Xiaochuan nodded.
"Alright, you better keep your word," Liu Ruyan said with a smile, then snuggled into Mu Xiaochuan's arms. "Stay the night, and leave in the morning!"
That night, Mu Xiaochuan slept exceptionally well. The next morning, he left Liu Ruyan's cave abode feeling refreshed.
The system's voice echoed in his mind: "Congratulations to the host, feeling great joy, you've gained 30 thrill points."
He was now preparing to select an Outer Disciple to serve him.
Arriving at the gathering place for Outer Disciples, a group of disciples surrounded him, their eyes filled with anticipation. Serving an elder meant a generous stipend and the chance to cultivate in the spiritual qi-rich elder's residence, and occasionally bask in the elder's prestige. Hence, all the disciples were eager for the opportunity.
Mu Xiaochuan scanned the surroundings, finally fixing his gaze on two graceful female disciples with fair skin and elegant figures, just as he had imagined. One was named Su Yao, and the other Lin Yue. "Su Yao, Lin Yue, from today on, you will serve by my side," Mu Xiaochuan said.
Su Yao and Lin Yue's eyes lit up with joy, and they quickly stepped forward to salute, "Greetings, Elder. We will serve diligently."
Mu Xiaochuan led them to his residence—Listening Bamboo Pavilion.
The two female disciples dared not slack off and immediately began attending to Mu Xiaochuan's needs.
After washing up, Mu Xiaochuan went to Yunqi Hall to apply for a position with Yun Wange.
Yun Wange suggested he go to the Heaven Vault Pavilion as the Resource Elder to assist Ye Qingyu, as there was no deputy hall master there, unlike other halls that had three or four.
Mu Xiaochuan gladly accepted.
"Thank you, Peak Master," Mu Xiaochuan said, then left Yunqi Hall.
After leaving Yunqi Hall, Mu Xiaochuan headed to the Heaven Vault Pavilion to officially assume the role of Resource Elder.
Elder Ye Qingyu resided in the Heaven Vault Cave behind the pavilion. Though she appeared to be in her sixties, her face slightly weathered, her eyes shone with wisdom and kindness.
"Senior Sister, Junior Brother Mu Xiaochuan is here to pay his respects," Mu Xiaochuan greeted respectfully.
Elder Ye Qingyu looked Mu Xiaochuan up and down, a satisfied smile on her face. "Haha, so you're Mu Xiaochuan. I heard you were still at Qi Refining Stage Four at eighty, and suddenly you succeeded in Foundation Establishment. That's remarkable. From now on, you'll have to take care of the Heaven Vault Pavilion's affairs."
Mu Xiaochuan quickly cupped his hands, "Rest assured, Senior Sister. I will spare no effort to manage all the affairs of the Heaven Vault Pavilion diligently."
Ye Qingyu nodded, "With you taking over, I can rest easy. Go ahead and manage it."
"I understand, Senior Sister," Mu Xiaochuan replied.
After bidding farewell to Elder Ye Qingyu, Mu Xiaochuan leisurely made his way to the Heaven Vault Pavilion. The pavilion was the repository for various resources of Yunqi Peak and was heavily guarded.
The disciples on duty quickly approached and respectfully saluted, "Greetings, Elder Mu."
Mu Xiaochuan nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the Heaven Vault Pavilion. "Bring me the records of the Heaven Vault Pavilion."
The disciple on duty, his expression serious, quickly fetched the bamboo slips and jade tokens containing numerous records.
"Find all the records of Mu Xiaochuan's stipend distribution," Mu Xiaochuan instructed, frowning at the mountain of densely packed records before him.
As he read, Mu Xiaochuan grew increasingly frustrated, until suddenly his eyes brightened. With a decisive wave of his hand, he commanded in a steady, powerful voice, "Summon all members of the Heaven Vault Pavilion to ."