Wait, How Did My Digital Girlfriend Become a Sword Immortal? Chapter 694: This is the luckiest thing that has ever happened to me.

Chapter 694: This is the luckiest thing that has ever happened to me.

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In the end, Hua Jin the True One succeeded in securing the final portion of premium Celestial Jade Marrow.

She was nearly moved to tears the moment that Celestial Jade Marrow was safely in her possession.

"Congratulations, Your Eminence, many congratulations!" Wang Shouyi offered his respects with cupped hands, his face radiating joy. "Our Kunlun Immortal Palace has successfully claimed two pieces of premium Celestial Jade Marrow!"

"Fellow Daoist Hua Jin is truly blessed with double fortune today!" Zhang Yibai remarked with a professional smile, though his expression remained largely indifferent.

He thought to himself that this poor girl had it rough, becoming this ecstatic over grabbing only two out of the ten available premium pieces.

"You flatter me, you flatter me!" Hua Jin the True One’s face glowed with happiness as she raised her chin. "Securing two pieces of premium Celestial Jade Marrow today was only possible through the assistance of Senior Zhang, Senior Gu, and Senior Chen! I have decided to organize a feast right here at the C Province Exorcist Division, and I hope you esteemed seniors will not refuse my invitation."

Hua Jin had truly begun to see Zhang Yibai and Gu Changsheng as her own allies. She was terrified that they might be seized as variables by other powerful entities...

Thus, despite the location being somewhat unconventional, she insisted on holding the celebration at the C Province Exorcist Division.

Safety was her primary concern.

"On that note, what business did Senior Chen have to attend to? Why hasn't he returned yet?" Hua Jin the True One scanned the area, a flicker of anxiety crossing her features. "I trust he hasn't run into any trouble... And that pet of Senior Chen’s is utterly useless; if you ask me, it’s only fit to be tossed into a hot pot of oil!"

Nearby, Wu E, who was sulking at the edge of the basin, shivered upon hearing Hua Jin’s words and buried his head low.

In the depths of his mind, he had already finished cursing eighteen generations of Hua Jin the True One’s ancestors.

"Fellow Daoist Hua Jin." Chen Huaian suddenly appeared from a secluded corner, greeting her with a grin. "I heard you managed to obtain two pieces of premium Celestial Jade Marrow as well. Congratulations! At least this endeavor wasn't a total waste!"

"Senior Chen, your timing is perfect. I was just mentioning my plan to host a banquet at the C Province Exorcist Division to thank everyone..." Seeing Chen Huaian unharmed, Hua Jin the True One finally relaxed. However, she then glanced toward Muscle Tyrant and spoke in a hushed tone:

"Senior, I’ve noticed your pet seems quite lacking in discipline. Our Kunlun Immortal Palace possesses beast-taming techniques that have been refined over millennia. Why not entrust your pet to us? We can train it properly before returning it to your side."

Wu E: "..."

Truly, this cursed woman simply wouldn't drop the subject.

Feeling Chen Huaian’s somber gaze on him, he quickly forced a fawning smile toward his master.

Chen Huaian was well aware of Wu E’s schemes—the creature had grown covetous upon seeing the Celestial Jade Lion and had even contacted the avatar of another Demon Immortal. Unfortunately, they were utilizing some sort of artifact, preventing him from pinpointing the other Demon Immortal’s location based on the stray thoughts he intercepted.

The only regret was that the Celestial Jade Lion had already been transported to the Cangyun Realm.

Even if these two Demon Immortal avatars searched every inch of the earth, the Celestial Jade Lion would remain beyond their reach.

"This Venerable One’s pet is often rowdy, but its nature isn't truly wicked... There is no need to trouble Kunlun Immortal Palace with its training. This Venerable One shall discipline it personally."

Chen Huaian naturally could not hand over the evil spirit inhabiting Muscle Tyrant to the Kunlun Immortal Palace.

He required the entity nearby so he could monitor its thoughts and unravel the enemy's conspiracies.

The connection would be lost if the distance between them grew too great.

"If you insist." Hua Jin the True One did not push the matter further. Instead, she produced a piece of premium Celestial Jade Marrow, her expression full of sincerity. "Without the help of you three seniors, I would have struggled to obtain even one piece. Please take this one for yourselves to divide as you see fit. Do not decline."

"This..." Chen Huaian stared at the Celestial Jade Marrow in her palm.

A pang of guilt struck him from deep within.

They really were acting like scoundrels.

Of the ten premium Celestial Jade Marrows, they had only permitted Hua Jin to keep two.

Even the Celestial Jade Lion that had manifested was whisked away to the Cangyun Realm by them.

"Fellow Daoist Hua Jin, surely a single piece of premium Celestial Jade Marrow isn't enough for the needs of Kunlun Immortal Palace?" Chen Huaian declined with a wave of his hand. "You should keep this premium grade material for your own Sect."

"Do we not still have the medium and low-grade pieces?" Hua Jin the True One replied casually. "The purple aura hasn't faded yet, so more Celestial Jade Marrow will form eventually. It simply won't be of the same caliber..."

"Furthermore, regarding that mysterious female Cultivation expert who stole the premium pieces—I have my own ways to track her. Once I find her hiding spot, I will simply reclaim what was taken."

Chen Huaian looked at the supremely confident Hua Jin the True One in silence.

Attempting to track Li Qingran on Earth Star?

That was certainly an optimistic goal...

"Fellow Daoist Hua Jin, we are practically part of Kunlun Immortal Palace ourselves. There is no need for such formalities." Zhang Yibai stepped in to convince her. "This old man already possesses a piece of premium Celestial Jade Marrow. Old Chen and I can share it."

"Our respective organizations—the Wind Spirit Sect and the Exorcist Division—are small and have no immediate need for premium Celestial Jade Marrow. If a need arises in the future, we can simply ask you for assistance."

"By being so formal, are you suggesting you don't view Old Chen, Old Gu, and myself as your own people?"

Hearing this, Hua Jin the True One quickly apologized, insisting that wasn't her intention.

Ultimately, she kept the piece of premium Celestial Jade Marrow.

However, the respect and gratitude in her eyes when she looked at Chen Huaian and the others deepened significantly.

In her mind, anyone who could turn down the lure of a divine treasure like premium Celestial Jade Marrow possessed a character of the highest order.

She knew she didn't have that level of self-control.

"To be able to associate with three seniors of such noble spirit is truly the greatest blessing of my life!"

Both Chen Huaian and Zhang Yibai turned red at the compliment, feeling too awkward to let the conversation continue.

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When the time came for the banquet hosted by Hua Jin the True One,

Chen Huaian felt obligated to attend.

A quiet room within the C Province Exorcist Division had been cleared out and repurposed as a dining hall.

There were no grand decorations or ornate pillars, just a series of office desks pushed together to form a long table.

Several beautifully crafted glass lamps cast a soft glow over plates of food that pulsed with spiritual Qi.

The room was filled with the scents of spiritual grains, rich beast meat, and the crisp aroma of rare spiritual herbs.

Hua Jin the True One had brought the glass lamps specifically to lend the event an air of sophistication.

However, when paired with the basic office furniture, the effect was somewhat clashing.

Regardless, the high-quality dishes provided by Kunlun Immortal Palace were undeniable.

Seated at the head of the table, Chen Huaian relaxed as he sampled a slice of jade bamboo shoot. It was as thin as paper and nearly clear.

The slice dissolved on his tongue, releasing a sweet, herbal flavor and a subtle warmth of spiritual energy that flowed down into his Dantian.

He looked impressed as he moved on to a piece of golden-red spiritual poultry. The meat was incredibly tender, perfectly seasoned with a smoky finish.

Usually, chefs in the Cangyun Realm lacked a variety of spices and seasonings.

Since many high-level cultivators practiced grain avoidance, meals were typically very basic.

Most of their focus was on their Dao, leaving little interest in culinary arts.

Kunlun Immortal Palace, however, was a different story.

The Ascenders there understood the value of seasonings like soy sauce and salt.

When paired with premium spiritual ingredients, the result was far superior to standard fare.

Chen Huaian was already considering packing some of these dishes for Li Qingran to enjoy later.

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