Devilish Disciple [Transmigration] 18

Released on April 12, 2025

Chapter 18: She Had the Best Master in the World

Looking at the large bundle on Mu Tao’s shoulder, Li Yu was reminded of the specific misery of middle and high school.

Too lazy to pack her bag according to the class schedule every day, she would leave her books in the classroom. Her desk and drawers were always overflowing.

However, this laziness had consequences.

During mid-term and final exams, the classrooms would be rearranged for testing, and she would have to carry all those books home.

Her enormous bag would be filled with textbooks, notebooks, homework, practice books, and a couple of romance novels smuggled into the classroom…

Anything that didn’t fit in the bag had to be precariously balanced in her arms.

—So heavy, so heavy, like she’d never grow taller.

It was normal for the little protagonist, carrying such a large bundle, to have a slight increase in her blackening value.

Such a large bundle definitely wouldn’t fit in her spatial pouch.

As an elder, she should help her junior.

Thinking this, Li Yu put the spiritual flower into her pouch, stood up, walked to the door, and tested the weight of the bundle on Mu Tao’s shoulder.

…So heavy, suddenly she didn’t want to carry it anymore.

Just as she had this thought, Mu Tao took two steps back, a stubborn look on her face. “Master, these are just some personal belongings. This disciple can carry them; there’s no need to trouble Master!”

Such touching words.

As a self-aware slacker, how could she refuse such a convenient excuse?

Li Yu patted the girl’s thin shoulder. “The human envoys are departing at noon. If you’re ready, we can leave now.”

“Mm!” Mu Tao nodded, her eyes full of anticipation.

This expectant gaze reminded Li Yu of something.

Mount Chao Yao was vast. They couldn’t reach the northern lagoon by noon on foot.

In that case, she’d summon the crane one last time before leaving the mountain!

—This time, she wouldn’t get weak knees!

Li Yu raised her hand, and the crane appeared amidst a shower of spiritual light.

She expertly mounted the crane and was about to help Mu Tao up when the girl climbed on by herself, beaming with excitement.

Mu Tao had never ridden a crane before; she was filled with excitement and curiosity.

However, this excitement and curiosity, along with the sudden feeling of weightlessness as the crane soared into the sky, quickly turned into panic.

The roaring wind whipped past her ears, making her frown and squeeze her eyes shut.

In her fright, her hands instinctively grabbed Li Yu’s slender waist.

The girl was surprisingly strong; it felt more like a tight squeeze than a gentle embrace.

Li Yu gasped from the sudden pressure from behind, her body tensing up.

After the initial panic, Li Yu looked down at the thin arms wrapped around her.

Although a bit too tight, it was understandable for a young girl on her first “open-air flight.”

She understood, completely understood!

She had also wanted to strangle the crane’s neck on her first ride.

Thankfully, it was just an illusion made of spiritual energy. Otherwise, she would have been “grounded” yesterday for accidentally killing a sacred creature.

But understanding was one thing; being squeezed like this made it hard to breathe.

Li Yu gently patted Mu Tao’s hand.

The grip loosened slightly.

Mu Tao realized her actions were disrespectful.

She tried to pull her hands back, but just then, she heard Li Yu’s voice.

“If you’re scared, you can hold on, just not so tight.”

Mu Tao’s heart warmed.

She bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, then carefully rested her forehead against Li Yu’s back.

Her anxiety eased.

Mu Tao slowly opened her eyes. The wind tugged at her master’s flowing robes, brushing against her eyelashes, a gentle caress that soothed her unease.

Through the fluttering fabric, she looked down at the mountains below.

The mountains, the water, the plants, even the scorching sun, seemed gentler now.

She had the best master in the world…

The moment the crane landed and dissipated, the “best master in the world” inevitably experienced weak knees.

But it was fine; Mu Tao’s legs were even weaker, almost buckling upon touching the ground.

Fortunately, she had been wise enough not to land directly on the ship. Otherwise, the human envoys might have doubted the competence of the immortal they had painstakingly invited.

Li Yu suppressed a mischievous smile and calmly helped the trembling Mu Tao, saying softly, “Rest for a moment before we walk.”

Mu Tao was deeply moved. “Thank you, Master!”

Li Yu turned around, a smile playing on her lips.

—No need for thanks, I need to rest too.

After a brief rest, she led Mu Tao towards the large merchant ship at the shore.

The people on the ship, seeing the crane approaching from the sky, quickly disembarked and bowed respectfully to welcome the “immortal.”

Mu Tao, who had been ostracized since she could remember, had never been treated with such respect.

Though she knew they weren’t bowing to her, she was still too nervous to look up, following closely behind Li Yu like a little tail, and nervously boarded the ship.

Mo Yichu, who had arrived earlier, bowed respectfully when he saw them.

“Master Li Yu, Disciple Mu Tao, Lord Zhao has prepared accommodations for us.”

As Mo Yichu spoke, the human envoy quickly approached with a smile. “Yes, yes, the best cabins have been prepared. Immortal, would you like to take a look?”

His eager tone made the powerless Li Yu feel incredibly uneasy.

But she had to respond, so she gave a noncommittal “mm.”

Envoy: “This way, Immortal?”

Li Yu quickly said, “My disciple will lead the way.”

“Oh, alright…” The envoy replied awkwardly, stepping aside. “If you have any needs, Immortal, please don’t hesitate to ask!”

Li Yu nodded politely and followed Mo Yichu into the ship.

Mu Tao quickly followed.

The ship was large, and Li Yu was met with curious stares as she walked.

She couldn’t deny she was nervous.

This nervousness only subsided slightly when they entered their cabin.

She hadn’t paid any attention to what Mo Yichu was saying behind her, only breathing a sigh of relief once inside.

Feeling slightly embarrassed, she turned to Mo Yichu.