Chapter 6, the Year of the Rooster

The driver is a Tibetan and not a monk. Upon hearing Qi Yue's words, he truly felt like having a cigarette, but with Ji Mingming beside him, he had to give up the thought. Nevertheless, he couldn't help but ask, "Little brother, why do you say that?"

It was only then that Qi Yue remembered he had left his bag on the Lincoln when he got out of the car, and he hadn't taken it with him. He knew that inside were the funds given to him by the field mice! That was all his possessions. In his entire life, this was the most money Qi Yue had ever carried on him.

Ji Mingming fell somewhat silent. As a favored daughter of heaven, among the people she interacted with, even a random selection would be a hundred or a thousand times stronger than Qi Yue. To be with such a person and to continue living together, even if only as partners, she still felt an overwhelming reluctance.

Mingming, how shall we go to the capital? Let's take the train.

Although he could only produce a small flame, Qi Yue was still immensely excited. The thought of his superpower made him smile involuntarily, and he instinctively snapped his fingers. Sure enough, a tiny flame flickered to life again, and with a flick of his hand, the flame naturally extinguished.

Ji Mingming looked at the two men who were openly smoking, momentarily at a loss for words. At this point, she could no longer prevent them from this self-destructive process.

Ji Mingming looked at him with a smug expression, unable to help but shake her head in resignation, and directly walked towards the VIP waiting lounge

Zagru let out a light sigh and said, "In fact, I share the same feelings as you. However, as a Celestial Guide, my instincts cannot be wrong; he is indeed the only one of this generation who possesses the bloodline of the Qilin. Bloodlines are never false. As a successor of the Qilin clan, perhaps he is an anomaly. Throughout history, there has never been anyone with the Qilin bloodline quite like him. At present, even I find it difficult to discern what kind of person he truly is, but I can sense that his heart is not as it appears on the surface. As for what he is truly capable of and what kind of person he is, that will depend on you. With proper guidance, I believe he will undergo some changes. I have always firmly believed in the saying that human nature is inherently good."

Qi Yue usually looked at women from bottom to top, but upon seeing this young girl, he couldn't help but glance at her delicate, flawless face a few more times before habitually shifting his gaze to her figure

Little brother, you are absolutely right. Could you lend me a cigarette? We men are born to toil; how many of us are born with a silver spoon in our mouths? For the sake of our wives and children, we can only strive and work hard. Those men who appear glamorous, as long as they have achieved success through their own efforts, which one of them does not have extraordinary dedication behind the scenes?

Ji Mingming said with a cold expression: "It seems that you are quite skilled at these bad habits. Tobacco is a chronic poison, don't you know that?"

Qi Yue, satisfied, picked up his phone and dialed a number. He had been at Shengfo Temple for over a month, which was equivalent to being missing for more than a month. As he was about to return, it was only natural for him to contact his good brothers first

Qi Yue scoffed disdainfully, "Hmph, what chronic poison? My former elder brother, Yan Nan, once said that a man who neither smokes nor drinks is worse off than a dog. I couldn't agree more with that statement. Of course, this excludes practitioners like Master Zagulu; I am referring to ordinary people."

"Mingming, how old are you this year? Is your family also in the capital?" Qi Yue asked with a smiling face

Ji Mingming said softly: "That should be the skill of your awakening as a Qilin. You are a Four Cloud Qilin, also known as the Four Auspicious Qilin. Fire is one of your abilities; however, your cloud power is currently too weak, and you can only release such a small flame. Only through continuous cultivation, when you reach the initial cloud realm, will the flames be able to unleash sufficient attacking power"

Qi Yue smiled wryly and said, "I thought you would drive us to the station; I was actually looking forward to riding in your Lincoln Navigator one more time"

You..." Ji Mingming was about to explode, but upon feeling Zaglu's gentle gaze, she ultimately held back and said with annoyance: "Just call me Mingming."

mhetushucom.com was quick, and the driver took them to the airport. Qi Yue generously shared half of his remaining cigarettes with the driver before he and Ji Mingming entered the airport.

Zagru nodded with a smile

Qi Yue's gaze was truly difficult for Ji Mingming to endure; she shifted her body slightly to the side and said, "I just turned eighteen, and my family indeed resides in the capital."

"You... you actually still smoke?" Ji Mingming's dislike for Qi Yue increased even more as she hurriedly rolled down the car window, but her movements were still a bit slow, causing her to cough uncontrollably

Her figure embodies the perfect golden ratio. Even in the same pair of jeans, they appear stunning on her, accentuating her long legs and shapely hips, which outline a flawless curve. The cuffs are slightly wider, featuring the trendy micro-flare design. On her upper body, she wears a white long-sleeve T-shirt with a large collar, revealing a hint of snow-white skin just below her collarbone. While her bust may not be overly voluptuous, it is proportionate and well-defined.

Zagulu smiled and said: "You are a sensible and good child. As a Four Cloud Qilin, Qi Yue may never possess any real strength in his lifetime. Among the guardian deities of the zodiac throughout history, the strongest Qilin has only ever reached Four Clouds, barely comparable to a zodiac guardian deity. This is still under the condition of being a One Cloud Qilin. Each time a Qilin advances by one cloud, its strength doubles; however, the effort required is several times, if not more, than that of an ordinary zodiac guardian deity. As a Four Cloud Qilin, the difficulty of his cultivation increases geometrically. It is likely that he will never reach the realm of One Cloud in his lifetime. You not only need to protect him but also encourage him. I have given him the relic bead, and combined with his own healing abilities as a Mo Qilin, I believe that as long as his identity remains concealed, he should be able to accomplish the task of gathering all the zodiac guardian deities. Furthermore, once you and he arrive in the capital, you should immediately contact the Dragon. With the Dragon present, I will feel much more at ease. I believe that regardless of which zodiac guardian deity appears in the future, none will be superior to the Dragon. After all, the Dragon has always been the leader among the zodiac guardian deities, and the Dragon of our generation is truly a genius."

Her height is approximately 1.7 meters, with short hair gently cascading down. The simple side parting gives her a vibrant appearance. Her beautiful large eyes seem to speak, curiously gazing at Qi Yue. With fair skin and striking beauty, every movement subtly exudes an air of elegance. The combination of nobility and liveliness is perfectly embodied in this girl who appears to be around seventeen or eighteen years old.

"Mingming, what was that just now? You can tell me now, right?" Without a driver nearby, Qi Yue asked eagerly.

The driver smiled and said, "Young brother, you are mistaken. Shengfo Temple is a sacred presence in our Tibet. The vehicles you see are actually gifts from the government, not purchased by the temple itself. As a national-level tourist destination, the annual tourism revenue here is very high. However, Master Zagulu donates all the tourism income to establish schools in Tibet and to support the military outposts guarded by soldiers, leaving only a minimal amount for the temple's internal expenses. The master is a person we respect; he lives a life of simplicity that is almost unimaginable to ordinary people."

Qi Yue smiled and said, "Mingming, yes, this name sounds really nice. Rest assured, I will take good care of you"

Qiyue chuckled and said, "Then I will call you Mingming from now on."

Although Ji Mingming was unwilling in her heart, she thought about the need to work with this guy in the future and felt that their relationship should not be too strained. With some reluctance, she took out a small white phone from her pocket and handed it to Qi Yue. Naturally, Qi Yue would not let such a good opportunity slip by; as he took the phone, his finger intentionally brushed against Ji Mingming's jade-like finger, which was as delicate as a spring onion.

As Qi Yue just stepped out of the room, Ji Mingming eagerly said: "Master, are you certain that this person is the one we have been searching for, the one with the Qilin bloodline? I, I really don't see it! As the heir to the Qilin bloodline, he should possess the ability to command all of our Zodiac guardian deities and have exceptional charisma. You must understand, when the Qilin appears, the guardians return to their hearts; the Qilin's status can summon all the guardians of the East. However, however, a person like him..."

Zaglu Road: "Mingming's zodiac sign is the Rooster, which means the guardian deity of the Rooster zodiac. From now on, you will take care of each other."

Zaglu smiled slightly and said, "Let me introduce you, this is Qi Yue, who inherits the bloodline of the Qilin. Qi Yue, this is one of the three Zodiac Guardian Warriors I have found, Ji Mingming."

Sitting on the comfortable sofa in the waiting lounge, Qi Yue felt a surge of joy in his heart! A faint fragrance continuously emanated from Ji Mingming, making him feel as if he were on cloud nine. His hormones were rapidly secreting, and desires stirred within him. His eyes roamed over Ji Mingming, and he secretly sighed that it would be even more wonderful if he had an additional X-ray vision among his Qilin abilities.

Oh, then we can consider ourselves fellow townsfolk. It seems that our connection is indeed quite profound. Mingming, could you lend me your phone for a moment? I forgot to bring my charger, and my phone has long since run out of battery.

As a rogue, Qi Yue categorizes beautiful women into nine levels, ranging from low to high: terrifying level, dinosaur level, fearful level, attention level, pleasing level, desire level, impulsive level, sighing level, and perfect level. Although the classification is detailed, it is actually determined by Qi Yue's own scoring in his heart, without any precise standard.

Zagru nodded

Zagru Yileng, said: "Do you have any other matters?"

Qi Yue was momentarily taken aback. Upon seeing Zagulu's gaze, he could only nod and smiled at Ji Mingming, saying: "Miss Mingming, I will wait for you outside." The thought of being able to be with such a beautiful woman for what would likely be a long time in the future, especially considering that she was, overall, his subordinate, filled Qi Yue's heart with joy.

Qi Yue nodded vigorously, "I will, I definitely will. Miss Ji Mingming, rest assured, in the future when you crow, I will bring you hot water to soothe your throat. If I do not practice diligently, feel free to urge me. I can withstand it. Let the storm come even more fiercely."

Because that is your own Qilin true fire, you naturally cannot feel it. The flames of the Qilin are far hotter than ordinary flames. In the future, be careful not to cause a fire. Also, try to avoid displaying the abilities of our zodiac guardian deities in front of ordinary people, as it may bring unnecessary trouble. This is something you must remember. Now that your Qilin bloodline is awakening, you need to rely on your own understanding to gradually adapt to the awakening skills. I believe you possess not only fire but also the abilities of thunder, wind, and water. Once we arrive in the capital, I will teach you the Shenglin Jue, and you should be able to apply it basically.

The term "horror level" is quite simple; it refers to a state where one is so frightened that they lack the strength to run away, directly fainting from fear, which qualifies as a horror level. There was once a legendary figure known as Sister Furong, who should have belonged to a higher category, the dinosaur level, but her narcissism could certainly render Qi Yue faint, thus she was directly classified into the horror level. The dinosaur level is characterized by a desire to escape upon sight, as there is still some strength left to run. The "perhaps level" is somewhat better; when encountering this level, Qi Yue would definitely restrain his lewd gaze, fearing that the other party might misunderstand him as having any special intentions, hence the term "perhaps level" was created. The dinosaur level is characterized by a desire to escape upon sight, as there is still some strength left to run. The "perhaps level" is somewhat better; when encountering this level, Qi Yue would definitely restrain his lewd gaze, fearing that the other party might misunderstand him as having any special intentions, hence the term "perhaps level" was created.

Then we really are leaving said Qi Yue, winking at Zagulu

Watching their departing figures, Zaglu's gaze softened further. "Amitabha, I hope their journey goes smoothly. May auspiciousness descend from the heavens. Did you truly embody that saying? The worst character, the best luck. Even so, I hope your fortune can bring blessings to your zodiac companions"

The Chinese language, rich and profound, can sometimes lead to ambiguity when certain characters are combined. For instance, the term "little chicken" can refer to an animal, but when the particle "ba" is added, it may instead describe a certain organ

Ji Ming said with irritation: "Don't listen to his nonsense, it must be some fallacies."

Boss, you finally called me. Huh, whose phone number is this? The field mouse was overjoyed to receive Qi Yue's call

Ji Mingming quickly withdrew her hand as if she had been electrocuted, glaring at him fiercely before turning her head away

Qi Yue was somewhat puzzled by Zaglu's words, but at that moment, Ji Mingming had already taken the lead in bidding farewell to Zaglu and was walking towards the temple exit. He did not want to keep the beautiful woman waiting, so he hurriedly waved goodbye to Zaglu and chased after Ji Mingming.

Ji Mingming shook her head and said, "The train is too slow. We will take a plane back. Once we arrive in the capital, there are still many matters to arrange"

"Wow, why is my hand on fire?" He hurriedly tried to pat it out, and with one swipe, he extinguished the flame. What puzzled him even more was that the flame seemed to have no temperature; he did not feel any burning sensation.

Lhasa Airport is bustling with numerous travelers, most of whom are either visiting Tibet for tourism or for business purposes. Ji Mingming quickly completed the procedures in the VIP lounge, and the two of them will board a flight to the capital of the Yanhuang Republic, departing from Lhasa in one hour

When Qi Yue caught up with Ji Mingming, she already had a small leather suitcase in her hand, indicating that her luggage was not much. As the two arrived outside the temple, just as Zaglu had said, an off-road vehicle was already waiting for them. In Tibet, due to the bumpy roads in many areas, off-road vehicles are primarily used for transportation. Although this off-road vehicle was far inferior to the Lincoln Navigator they had previously, it was still a decent Jeep Grand Cherokee. Ji Mingming placed her suitcase in the trunk of the car and ignored Qi Yue. When they arrived outside the temple, just as Zaglu had mentioned, an off-road vehicle was already waiting for them. In Tibet, due to the bumpy roads in many areas, off-road vehicles are primarily used for transportation. Although this off-road vehicle was far inferior to the Lincoln Navigator they had previously, it was still a decent Jeep Grand Cherokee. Ji Mingming placed her suitcase in the trunk of the car and ignored Qi Yue, directly climbing into the front seat. Since there was a designated driver in front, she ran to sit in the front, clearly not wanting to sit with Qi Yue. Although they had only met for a brief half hour, Ji Mingming had no good feelings towards him. Even though he was a Qilin, his lewd gaze and repugnant words had left Ji Mingming with a very poor impression from their first meeting.

Then why do I not feel the heat myself

As for the level of attention, it pertains to ordinary individuals who can at least appreciate beauty without feeling discomfort. In Qi Yue's aesthetic perspective, he prefers three levels of beauty: pleasing to the eye, desirable, and impulsive. Those who are pleasing to the eye naturally possess unique qualities, while those who evoke desire certainly have an appealing figure. When it comes to the impulsive level, they can be considered as beauties that are one in a hundred. For instance, Nana, who once kicked Qi Yue, was merely at the central level of pleasing to the eye and desire.

The beautiful woman walked directly in front of Zaglu and respectfully said, "Master"

Ji Mingming gave a glance to Qi Yue, who looked at the driver in front and could only suppress his curiosity without asking any questions

Qi Yue assumed a contemplative expression and said, "Oh, it seems you don't quite like me addressing you this way." Just when Ji Mingming thought he was somewhat perceptive, he added, "Then I'll call you Little Chick."

Ji Mingming glanced at him and said, "The people from Shengfo Temple can take any flight at any time, and the tickets are free"

Fortunately, after Qi Yue had just finished listening to Zaglu's story, his state of mind had changed. Otherwise, upon seeing a beauty of this caliber, his eyes would surely have shone with lust. Even so, his gaze, which looked up from below, still caused the beauty who entered to blush slightly.

Qi Yue said: "Why should we sit up? Haven't you heard the old saying? Nothing tastes better than dumplings, and nothing feels better than lying down. Since you can lie down, why sit?" As he spoke, he pulled out his cigarette, which was as dry as ash from his pocket. Although the lighter wouldn't work, there was a cigarette lighter in the car. By the time Ji Mingming caught a whiff of the smoke, Qi Yue was already comfortably puffing away in the back seat.

Qi Yue felt quite bored alone in the courtyard. At this moment, the shadow of Ji Mingming filled his vision. Beauty upon beauty, he never expected that during this trip to Tibet, he would encounter two exceptionally stunning women. He had even become the king of the zodiac guardian spirits, the Qilin. Life is truly wonderful, and the world of books is indeed marvelous. It seems that in the future, he would no longer be just a small rogue; at the very least, he should be a rogue of taste.

Zagulu shook his head and said, "You have been here for three years, and apart from returning home during the New Year, you have been diligently cultivating. Coupled with the foundation you laid before, you are now considered a qualified guardian of the zodiac. As for the matters concerning the Qilin, I have already given you all the necessary instructions; you just need to follow my words. You should still teach him the Shenglin Jue, even though the chances of successful cultivation are slim. However, the world is unpredictable, and perhaps he might truly grasp some of its abilities. Even if he only achieves the initial cloud of a single attribute, it will still be beneficial for him."

Qi Yue was very excited, eager to embrace the young monk in front of him tightly. To make a good impression on the beautiful woman, Zagulu was directly elevated to the level of a master in his words. However, after some thought, in order to avoid any misunderstanding from the beautiful woman beside him, he simply held Zagulu's hand firmly and sincerely said, "Master, rest assured, I will definitely work hard in my cultivation. Miss Ji Mingming, hello, I am Qi Yue, nineteen years old this year, unmarried, and I do not have a girlfriend." Now that he was a Qilin, the king of the zodiac, it seemed not unreasonable for a beauty of such caliber to take an interest in him.

When Qi Yue first met Shui Yue, he immediately categorized her as an impulsive level. However, after sensing her pure heart, akin to that of an angel in white, he found himself for the first time categorizing a woman as a level of admiration. The term 'to gaze and sigh' signifies that reaching the level of admiration means she is an absolute beauty of the highest order. At this level of beauty, Qi Yue found himself devoid of any particular thoughts or desires. After all, although he was a rogue and a scoundrel, he still possessed self-awareness. He would not dwell on impossible romantic encounters to avoid unnecessary troubles. A beauty like Shui Yue, in terms of family background, appearance, and character, was truly one in a million; how could she possibly be interested in him? The girl before him, who could instantly elevate Qi Yue to the level of admiration, was enough to prove the magnitude of the shock she brought him. As for the highest level of perfection, Qi Yue regarded it merely as a theoretical construct in his mind. After all, which woman could be deemed perfect? The establishment of such levels was merely a manifestation of Qi Yue's vanity.

"The rooster crows? Uh... this name is indeed distinctive. Master, do you mean that she will help me cultivate from now on?"

Upon hearing the word "dragon," Ji Mingming couldn't help but smile slightly, nodding her head as she said: "Indeed! I will make sure to find the dragon as soon as I return to the capital. You can rest assured. Do you have any other instructions?"

Ji Mingming signaled the driver to start the car, and through the rearview mirror, she caught sight of Qi Yue's relaxed demeanor, prompting her to frown and say, "Can you sit up properly?"

Qi Yue, while smoking, said: "Nonsense? What I speak is the ultimate truth of life. If you don't want to listen, that's fine; I'll share it with the driver. Indeed, giving birth is arduous for women, but it is only a temporary hardship. However, for us men, we must endure a lifetime of toil. In an average family, men are the pillars, the primary source of income. Although we speak of gender equality, how many men do not work, and how many women do not work? In an average family, men are the pillars, the primary source of income. Although we speak of gender equality, how many men do not work, and how many women do not work? To support the family, men must constantly strive, and the pressure they bear is something women cannot compare to. Men have always been symbols of strength; they cannot vent their pressures like women do by crying and complaining; they must bear it alone. Even a fool knows that smoking and drinking are harmful to health, yet this is the only way for men to psychologically adjust and relieve stress. Men have always been symbols of strength; they cannot vent their pressures like women do by crying and complaining; they must bear it alone. Even a fool knows that smoking and drinking are harmful to health, yet this is the only way for men to psychologically adjust and relieve stress. If a man truly does not choose these two methods of relief, how exhausting must his life be? Is it not worse than that of a dog? Am I wrong in what I say?"

Zagru smiled gently, clasped his hands together, and uttered the words "Amitabha"

Zagulu discerned Ji Mingming's concerns and said solemnly: "As a guardian deity of the zodiac, one must possess the determination to sacrifice everything for one's mission. Mingming, you must remember this point: no matter how flawed he may be, he is still the bearer of the Qilin bloodline. Without him, I may never be able to gather all the zodiac guardian deities in my lifetime. The Qilin bloodline possesses an invisible calling power; once his bloodline awakens, all the zodiac guardian deities will naturally converge towards him. Therefore, your task is to protect him and assist him. Whether or not his strength can be enhanced is secondary; the Qilin represents auspiciousness, and he provides guidance to the zodiac guardian deities. Thus, under any circumstances, you must ensure his safety. When all the zodiac guardian deities are gathered, you will come to me together, and I will impart the ability to activate the zodiac to Qiyue."

Ji Mingming's expression changed slightly, but she did not respond

Qi Yue was also unconcerned, as he sat in the spacious back seat, directly resting his legs on the seat, closed the car door, and leaned back in a semi-reclined position

Hastily taking the bag, he said: "Shall we go then?"

Qi Yue chuckled and said, "Driver, would you like to have one as well? Although it's not a good cigarette, I estimate you won't be able to find it in Tibet. What's wrong with smoking? How many men don't smoke?"

The car was traveling rapidly on the highway. After two hours, it finally re-entered the urban area of Lhasa. After more than a month, returning here once again, when Qi Yue saw the magnificent golden structure of the Potala Palace once more, his state of mind was completely different.

Zha Gelu nodded and handed a small bag to Qi Yue, saying: "This is the bag you carry with you. I have kept it for you, and it should contain the things you need. Take it."

Zaglu Road: "Qiyue, could you please step out for a moment? I have a few words to convey to Miss Mingming in private."

In Qi Yue's heart, he secretly compared Shui Yue with the woman before him, and for a moment, he could not determine who was more beautiful. The beauty before him excelled in her charming demeanor, while Shui Yue triumphed in her touch of gentleness and purity. In Qi Yue's mind, he had unconsciously categorized them both as exceptional.

Ji Mingming nodded silently and said: "I understand, Master. Rest assured, since the day I became the guardian deity of the zodiac, I am no longer an ordinary girl. I will not let personal feelings interfere with my mission."

Ji Mingming was momentarily taken aback. Although on the surface, Qi Yue's words indeed sounded like fallacies, upon further reflection, they contained a certain degree of truth. Isn't it the same in her own home? Her father was the head of the family, bearing pressures from all sides. Although he rarely spoke of these burdens, the gradually increasing gray hair on his head was a testament to the weight of this pressure.

As Ji Mingming thought about soon being with someone like Qi Yue, she couldn't help but furrow her brows slightly, gently nodding her head and saying: "Then I shall take my leave, please take care of yourself."

Qi Yue said: "It belongs to a friend of mine. How are things on your side? What about Yan Xiaoyi?"

Qi Yue chuckled, "Driver, I must say that your Shengfo Temple is indeed quite wealthy! With both Lincolns and Cherokees."

Qi Yue's eyes lit up as he said, "Then it will be different. Just in time, I can also try the feeling of flying in an airplane. Soaring in the blue sky must feel exhilarating." As he spoke, he couldn't help but snap his fingers instinctively. An unusual event occurred; a small flame unexpectedly appeared on his thumb, the flame was red, which startled Qi Yue.

"Airplane? I have never taken one in my life. I still think taking the train is better; airplanes are too expensive," Qi Yue said, instinctively reaching for his bag.

"Field mouse, it's me." As soon as the call connected, Qi Yue eagerly said.

Ji Mingming looked at the ordinary-looking, relatively tall young man in front of her. Although her expression remained calm, her heart was filled with mixed emotions. She gently nodded and said, "Hello, Mr. Qi Yue. However, my name does not mean 'to crow'; it means 'tomorrow' as in the character for 'ming' in 'mingtian' (tomorrow)."

Zagru smiled slightly and said, "Rest assured, while you were taking a shower just now, I had someone prepare a car for you. There will naturally be a vehicle to take you. Go ahead, remember what I said: one must cultivate the heart, and cultivating the heart is even more important than cultivating oneself. We will meet again, and I hope it won't be too long before that happens"

At that moment, Ji Mingming had already pushed the door open and walked out with Zagulu. Qi Yue said, "Now I can leave, right"