Ji Qingbai spoke with a solemn expression, continuing, "Previously at Big Black Mountain, if it hadn’t been for Mo Hua’s assistance, our whole family might not have survived."
"Later on, when Ji Li was nearly killed by a Sin Cultivator, it was also Mo Hua who saved him."
"And there’s Court Leader Lu and Kong Sheng, who died at Black Mountain Stronghold. Although I don’t know what happened, I do know that it was Mo Hua who stepped in to help."
"Not to mention, he drew so many formations for the Monster Hunters. Without those formations, the Refinery Shop and Alchemist’s Business wouldn’t have been established, and the Monster Hunters going into the mountains to hunt monsters would have been much more dangerous..."
"Thanks to his formations, the Loose Cultivators of Tongxian City are living better days, and we now have a safe place to live. Ji Li and Fu Lan, these two kids, were able to get married..."
The more Ji Qingbai spoke, the more emotional he became, asserting firmly:
"This cup of tea must be offered!"
Mo Shan declined, "Brother Ji, Mo Hua is still young, he can’t bear such honor..."
Ji Qingbai insisted, "He may be young, but he has achieved great things; he can handle the honor."
Mo Shan tried to refuse again, but Ji Li and Fu Lan had already solemnly brought the tea to Mo Hua.
Unable to refuse, Mo Hua awkwardly accepted the tea and drank it.
Only then did Ji Qingbai smile broadly and say:
"Mo Hua, you are the benefactor of our family. In the future, no matter what you need, even if it means walking through fire and boiling water, we will not hesitate to help."
Mo Hua, both amused and embarrassed, said, "Uncle Ji, you flatter me too much."
Mo Shan also smiled somewhat helplessly.
Fortunately, after the tea was drunk, there were no more formalities, and Mo Hua sighed with relief and happily went on to eat at the feast.
The banquet was joyous and lively, with wine and meat abundant and delicious on the table.
Mo Hua sat at a table with Da’hu and three others, including Daping and Dazhu.
The group of young friends were boisterous and thoroughly enjoyed their hearty meal.
Amidst the clinking of cups, both hosts and guests were merry until the evening came, and then they dispersed.
When Mo Hua was leaving, Ji Qingbai again personally saw him off with Ji Li and Fu Lan.
Ji Qingbai was very happy and had drunk a lot. Ji Li and Fu Lan also held hands, their eyes brimming with smiles.
Mo Hua couldn’t help but think, if only everyone could always be this peaceful and joyful.
Then he could also sponge meals with a happier heart.
Ji Qingbai, having had too much to drink, repeated the thank-yous of the day over again. Ji Li was somewhat introverted and not good with words, but his eyes were full of gratitude when he looked at Mo Hua.
Fu Lan then gave Mo Hua a wedding gift box:
"Here’s a ’Wedding Cake’ that I made with my own hands. If Mo Ge’er doesn’t disdain it, please take it home and try it."
Mo Hua smiled sweetly, "Thank you, Sister Fu Lan!"
Fu Lan saw Mo Hua happily accept the gift and smiled joyfully in return.
The Wedding Cake was beautifully packaged and felt weighty.
Mo Hua originally thought this ’Wedding Cake’ was just one of the usual sweets found at weddings, something everyone would have, but upon returning home, he discovered that only he had received one.
Liu Ruhua said, "The Wedding Cake is handmade by the newlyweds, given to their most honored guests. The process is very complicated and the ingredients are carefully selected. Most cultivators might not get to taste a wedding cake in their whole life."
Mo Hua was surprised, "Is it that precious?"
Liu Ruhua nodded, "It represents their deep sentiment and is also a blessing."
"A blessing for what?" Mo Hua was somewhat puzzled.
"Wishing that you will also find a harmonious and perfect marital match."
Mo Hua’s face turned a bit red, "I’m still too young for that, aren’t I?"
Liu Ruhua couldn’t help but laugh, "These things are best wished for early on."
"So, do I eat it?" Mo Hua hesitated, "Or should I keep it and treasure it?"
He felt the sentiment behind the cake was so precious that he was reluctant to eat — it seemed better to keep it.
Liu Ruhua laughed teasingly, "A cake is meant to be eaten. It’s your Sister Fu Lan’s kind gesture, don’t let it go to waste."
"Oh, okay." Mo Hua nodded, though still a little reluctant, he took out a piece and tried it, his eyes lighting up instantly.
Delicious!
The Wedding Cake, though plain on the outside, was soft and chewy on the inside. After biting into it, a variety of fillings were revealed, offering a rich and fragrant taste.
It was both aromatic and sweet.
Mo Hua offered a piece to his mother, "Mom, you should try it too."
Liu Ruhua shook her head, smiling, "As I’m already married, there’s no need for me to eat it."
"Then, let it be a blessing for you and Dad to always be harmonious and joyful."
Liu Ruhua’s cheeks flushed, and she laughed, "You’re such a child..."
But when Mo Hua insisted, she could not refuse and took a bite, nodding in approval: