Chapter 239: Identity Exposed

Chapter 239: Identity Exposed
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Lu Miao stood behind the courtyard door, listening as the footsteps drew closer. She couldn’t help but touch her forehead in frustration. If only she hadn’t hidden here.
The distance was too close now, and there was no time to find another place to hide.
Through the crack of the courtyard door, she could even see Grandma Gu’s hand reaching out to push the door open.
She watched as the door was about to be pushed open when suddenly, Lin Bufan hurriedly arrived from the backyard. Upon seeing Grandma Gu next to the door, he quickly turned his head to look around.
Seeing the slightly ajar side courtyard door next to them and Grandma Gu’s hand reaching out to push it open, he immediately understood.
He quickly went forward to rescue the situation, politely greeting Grandma Gu. From a certain perspective, Lin Bufan could be considered Mr Gu’s lifesaver, and Grandma Gu was grateful to him and the Lin family.
After exchanging pleasantries about his parents’ well-being, Grandma Gu finally asked, “Lin Bufan, I heard from Master Jiuhua that Master Mountain River is in Luo City. Where is she now? Can you help me get in touch with her? Tell her that the deadline is approaching in three months, and I want to meet her.’
The construction company on the school’s side had already contacted them, and the observatory she requested would be completed and delivered in the next couple of days. The three-month deadline was almost up, but so far, they had received no news from Master Mountain River, and Grandma Gu couldn’t help but worry.
Upon hearing this, Master Jiuhua also turned his head to look at Lin Bufan.
At this critical moment when Mr Gu’s life was at stake, it was only natural for Grandma Gu to be concerned.
Under the gaze of the two elders, Lin Bufan hesitated before answering, “Ahem, you both know that my master is always busy with her work and doesn’t stay in Luo City often. I’m not sure where she is at the moment. But rest assured, Old Lady, my master has always remembered Mr Gu. I’ll try to contact her later and pass on your message.”
Grandma Gu didn’t want to press him further, “Alright, I’ll wait for your message then.”
Lin Bufan then turned to Master Jiuhua, “Master Jiuhua, do you have time now to come with me to the back hall?”
The incident with Daoist Lingxu had not been publicly disclosed. Over the years, many frequent visitors to City God Temple, including the old lady, had inquired about Daoist Lingxu’s whereabouts. In response, Lin Bufan and Lu Miao had agreed to tell them that Daoist Lingxu had gone to exchange Taoist techniques with other masters.
Knowing that anything related to the back hall concerned Daoist Lingxu, Master Jiuhua immediately turned to Grandma Gu, “I’ll go to the back hall to handle some matters first. If you have any questions later or if Mr Gu needs any help, feel free to come and find me. I won’t be leaving anytime soon.”
“Alright, you two go ahead and busy yourselves. I’ll head back first and not delay you further.” Grandma Gu nodded, bid them farewell, and then left.
Master Jiuhua swiftly accompanied Lin Bufan to the back hall.
Once they were certain that all the footsteps had receded, Lu Miao pushed open the door and walked out from inside. Thankfully, Lin Bufan arrived just in time.
Glancing in the direction of the main gate, she confirmed that Grandma Gu had already left before following them to the back hall.
With Master Jiuhua present, it felt like a ticking time bomb that could expose her identity at any moment. She needed to quickly resolve the issue at City God Temple, and once Master Jiuhua left, he would never come back again.
In the back hall at this moment, after carefully examining Daoist Lingxu’s condition, Master Jiuhua didn’t find anything unusual. He frowned and looked at Lin Bufan, asking, “Did you notice anything abnormal about Daoist Lingxu just now?”
“Well… I… I saw him move his hand,” Lin Bufan racked his brain and finally came up with a reason, “Yes, I saw him move his hand. Master, could it be that Daoist Lingxu is about to wake up?”
“Is that so?” Master Jiuhua rechecked carefully but shook his head, ‘My abilities are limited, and I can’t discern anything. It’s better to wait for your master to come and let her check.”
Just as he finished speaking, Lu Miao walked in from outside.
Master Jiuhua was delighted, “Fellow Daoist, you’ve arrived just in time. Lin Bufan saw signs of Daoist Lingxu waking up. Can you please check on him? By the way, Old Lady Gu also wants to see you, and she shouldn’t have gone too far yet. I’ll call her to come back.”
Lu Miao’s lips twitched as she quickly responded, “No need to trouble yourself. I already have a plan for the Gu family matter. However, it’s not appropriate to meet them at this moment. When the time is right, I’ll see her.” Master Jiuhua asked sternly, “But is there any taboo in the meantime?” Lu Miao helplessly nodded.
“It seems that I still have many things to learn from Fellow Daoist.”Master Jiuhua sighed.
After the previous incident, he was truly convinced of Lu Miao’s capabilities. The fact that he couldn’t figure this out probably meant that his own abilities were lacking.
Lin Bufan:
Master Jiuhua probably never expected that one day he would be taken in by someone else’s bluff and appear so convinced and admiring.
All he could say was that his boss was indeed impressive!
Lu Miao had intended to come to check on Daoist Lingxu. After examining him, she confirmed that his condition had indeed improved significantly. Master Jiuhua felt relieved upon hearing this.
Knowing that Lu Miao had come to strengthen the seal in the side courtyard, he was curious and followed her to learn.
“Are the talisman papers and ink ready?” Lu Miao asked as they walked outside, turning to look at Lin Bufan.
“Ready, ready,” Lin Bufan quickly grabbed the items from the table and caught up with them, “Master, can you also teach me the skill where you casually draw and summon a divine beast? It looks simple yet amazing.”
Master Jiuhua, who was listening to the conversation, was instantly enticed, but he didn’t have the audacity to ask Lu Miao directly like Lin Bufan.
For the first time in his life, he mustered up the courage and shamelessly approached to secretly learn.
“One step at a time, you should start by practicing Qi cultivation first. When you successfully enter the beginner level, then we can talk about it,” Lu Miao replied.
The three of them were on their way out of the back hall when they reached the side courtyard gate. They heard a familiar voice tinged with confusion.
“Lu Miao? Why are you here?”
Lu Miao’s forehead twitched. What’s going on? Didn’t Grandma Gu leave just now?
How did she suddenly turn back?
While she was contemplating whether to cast a spell to make Master Jiuhua unconscious on the spot, Master Jiuhua, who was beside her, was also shocked that the old lady knew Lu Miao and curiously asked, “Do you know her? Isn’t she the Master Mountain River you’ve been wanting to meet?”