The heavens began with the Divine Condor becoming the disciple of the Old Urchin.

Chapter 75: The Flower of Love

After Qian Jin took his seat, the Golden Wheel Monk introduced Xiao Xiangzi, Yin Kexi, and others to him.

Seeing that Qian Jin was young and unaware of his abilities, the group didn't take him seriously. After exchanging greetings, they continued eating on their own.

Qian Jin and Xiaolongnu ate a little something, not wanting to get involved with Jinlun Fawang and his group, and immediately led the women back to their residence.

After Qian Jin left, Yin Kexi asked the Golden Wheel Monk:

"Brother Jinlun, who exactly is this Qian Jin that you treat him with such courtesy?"

Upon hearing this, the Golden Wheel Dharma King said:

"He's just a kid I met in the Central Plains. We got along really well and became friends over time. There's no question of being polite or not."

Upon hearing this, Yin Kexi said:

"I thought that kid must have some extraordinary skills to be able to be on friendly terms with Brother Jinlun at such a young age!"

In that case, I overestimated him.

Upon hearing Yin Kexi's words, Nemo Xing, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but laugh:

"Who says you have to have extraordinary skills to be on good terms with Brother Jinlun?"

"Your martial arts skills aren't that great either, yet you still call Jinlun Brother brother. Do you think others will look up to you just because you call Jinlun Brother brother?"

Yin Kexi was immediately displeased upon hearing this, and glared at him, saying:

"What kind of talk is that? My martial arts skills aren't that great, but do you think you are?"

Seeing that the two were about to start arguing, Xiao Xiangzi coughed and said:

"Who said that kid isn't capable?"

Think about it carefully again. That kid's skills are probably quite extraordinary. The four beauties beside him each have their own unique characteristics, and any one of them can be considered a national beauty.

"It's already rare for an ordinary person to gain the admiration of just one person, but that kid has four! Isn't that a feat?"

Everyone was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, but upon further reflection, they realized that what Xiao Xiangzi said actually made some sense.

Yin Kexi stared wide-eyed and said:

"So that's what that kid's skill is. I really didn't expect that if you hadn't told me."

"As for Brother Jinlun, you said you got along very well with him before. Could it be that you were attracted to his strengths in this area?"

The Golden Wheel Monk, finding Yin Kexi's words absurd, did not refute them, but said:

"As a monk, I naturally wouldn't concern myself with such matters."

"Yeah?

"By the way, Brother Jinlun, you've known that kid for a while, do you know who those four beauties with him are?"

Upon hearing this, the Golden Wheel Monk shook his head and said:

"I'm not entirely sure either, but as far as I know, they might all be Brother Qian's apprentices!"

"Four beautiful female apprentices? That kid really knows how to have fun."

Yin Kexi's eyes darted around, and it was unclear what he was thinking.

……

The next day, Qian Jin woke up early and went out of the stone house to wander around at his leisure.

This Valley of Heartbreak is a paradise on earth, with stunning scenery, and a rare secluded place.

The roadside vegetation is lush and green, and occasionally cranes can be seen soaring into the clouds, while herds of white deer are seen, undisturbed by people.

It is said that although the love flower is poisonous, it is extremely beautiful. Qian Jin was curious and strolled along. Before long, he saw a girl in a green dress picking flowers by the roadside.

Upon seeing Qian Jin approaching, she immediately plucked a flower from the tree and handed it to him, saying:

"Young master, you just arrived yesterday, right? Why don't you try this love flower first?"

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin took the love flower, examined it curiously, and found the petals incredibly beautiful and the fragrance intoxicating. He couldn't help but praise it:

"So this is the Love Flower; it is indeed extraordinary."

The girl in the green shirt was somewhat surprised to hear this, and looked at Qian Jin curiously, saying:

"This love flower is extremely rare; how did you even know about it?"

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin shook his head and said:

"I wouldn't say I know anything about it. I just read about the Love Flower in a book a few years ago."

It is said that this love flower is extremely beautiful, but behind the flower are hidden small thorns that are highly poisonous.

If an ordinary person is pricked by the thorns of the love flower, they must not have any thoughts of love for twelve hours, otherwise they will suffer unbearable pain.

Upon hearing this, the girl in the green dress said:

"Young master's knowledge is so profound, it is truly admirable."

Many people have come to our Valley of Heartbreak, but you, young master, are the first to know about the Love Flower.

"Not at all, I've only ever heard of the Love Flower before; this is the first time I've actually seen a real one."

"Then why don't you try it, young master? This love flower is quite delicious."

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin immediately plucked a petal, put it in his mouth, and savored it.

The petals of this love flower are incredibly sweet to the taste, with a slightly intoxicating aroma that is delightful. However, after a few bites, they begin to taste bitter.

The girl in the green shirt watched quietly as Qian Jin finished eating before saying:

"How was it? How did it feel to try love flower for the first time?"

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin said:

It tastes sweet at first, but bitter in the aftertaste, and is covered in thorns; one can easily get hurt if you're not careful.

The name "Love Flower" truly evokes the very essence of love; no matter how careful you are, you can still be hurt by love.

It always makes people addicted to its sweet taste, yet reluctant to give up its bitterness.

The girl in the green shirt paused for a moment upon hearing this, and then said:

"I don't know anything about the taste of love, but what you said is somewhat similar to what my father said."

"Oh? Your father said something similar to what I said? Then your father must be quite famous in this Valley of Heartbreak!"

The girl in green replied calmly upon hearing this:

"My father is the master of the Valley of Heartbreak."

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin exclaimed in surprise:

"So you are the Valley Master's daughter. May I ask your name?"

"My name is Gongsun Lü'e."

"So it's Miss Gongsun. I am Qian Jin. It is truly an honor to meet Miss Gongsun here today."

Gongsun Lü'e returned the greeting and said:

"Greetings, Young Master Qian."

Qian Jin saw that Gongsun Lü'e had skin as smooth as jade and a graceful figure. She was clearly a great beauty, but she was always cold and aloof, giving people a feeling that strangers should not approach her.

So he said:

"Miss Gongsun is so beautiful, why must you always wear a stern face? Is there nothing in this valley that could make you happy?"

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Lü'e said:

"Young Master Qian is joking. I am not beautiful at all. At least no one in this valley has ever said I am beautiful, so please don't make fun of me."

Upon hearing this, Qian Jin shook his head and sighed:

"No wonder this place is called the Valley of Heartbreak, even though it's full of love flowers. I think the people here are not only heartless, but also blind. They don't even know how to praise a beauty like you."

This was the first time since birth that Gongsun Lü'e had been praised for her beauty by a man. Hearing this, she was overjoyed and couldn't help but laugh.

As the saying goes, a woman dresses up for the one she loves, and since Qian Jin was considered very knowledgeable in her eyes, she immediately felt much closer to him, so she smiled and said:

"Maybe you're the blind one, mistaking an ugly woman for a beauty."