Chapitre 7: Meeting Ignis
A loud scream rang out from behind the flying boat.
"STOP!"
With a look of surprise, Wu Xi's hands jerked and the flying boat abruptly halted. Around them, pilots and passengers of the other boats trying to dock were noisily reprimanding the 6 friends. Wu Xi pressed a small green button and the back of the ship turned from its previous silver color into a clear material that seemed like glass.
Behind the boat, a large crimson red turtle stood out like a sore thumb from the rest of the flying boats. On the turtle, Wu Xi could barely make out a small figure that seemed like an old man with a long, flowing beard.
Regle also attempted to see the man on the turtle, but he failed. "Hey, whateveryournameis! Why'd you tell us to stop? Do you have something against us, or what?"
Fumi sighed and whispered in a worried tone, "Do you think that's the Lord of Draco or one of his men? I don't recall seeing that Blood Turtle before, although I haven't seen many of the Lord's mounts."
Soon, the Blood Turtle caught up to the silver boat. With a flick of his whip, the old man stopped the turtle and began hovering alongside Wu Xi's flying boat. "Young friends, it's not too courteous for you to make me sit outside your boat, right?" He chuckled as he expectantly looked at the closed door.
Wu Xi rolled her eyes, "Elder, you have to earn my respect if you want me to invite you into my boat. Now, speak, what do you want with us?"
"Nothing much, you six children just seemed like good company. Hey, if you pay for my dinner tonight, I'll help you register a new identity. I think you will find my recommendation helpful, especially with the strict security in Mousse." With a slight smile, the man menacingly glared at Wu Xi.
"... Fine. First, tell me your name."
"Ignis is my exalted name, child."
"Shut up and get into our boat. Don't forget to store your turtle."
With that, Wu Xi abruptly turned around and opened the side door for Ignis. The moment Ignis stepped into the boat, it abruptly descended towards the port of Mousse. A cold look appeared on Wu Xi's face as she piloted the boat downwards. Casso and Ceru were furtively checking the airspace behind them, searching for signs of their pursuers.
After a period of yelling from other cultivators who were also trying to dock their flying ships, Wu Xi finally managed to land the boat. Swiftly, Regle, Quake, and Ceru dashed off of the boat, and they ran into Mousse city to look for food.
Meanwhile, Ave, Fumi, and Wu Xi stayed behind to talk to Ignis.
"Why are you helping us?" Fumi hissed as she intently stared into Ignis's eyes. "Also, how do we know that you really have an 'exalted' identity and that you are both willing and capable of helping us?"
"Calm down, little dragon. If you don't believe my words, you can just leave. I'm only helping you out of the goodness of my heart."
Wu Xi thoughtfully contemplated his words. It was impossible that Ignis was doing such a troublesome task because of his so-called 'goodness of his heart'. Were any of them related to a large or powerful family? Or to a relatively strong sect? No... Maybe Ignis was sent here by the Lord of Draco. At this thought, Wu Xi narrowed her eyes and a frosty expression covered her face. However, she remained silent and let the other two question Ignis.
"Who sent you? What do you gain from helping us?" Calm and composed, Ave slowly interrogated Ignis.
Ignis rolled his eyes. "I came here of my own volition, and obviously, I'm helping you because I like how you look."
Fumi almost exploded with anger as she spat out, "So... old man... you swing both ways... Scram out of here, no one is interested in you."
Smiling, Wu Xi interrupted, "Ignis... You still haven't earned my respect, but we will treat you to a meal, and in exchange you will help us register our identities." She shot a glare at Fumi. "And that is not up for argument, Fumi. Remember who the decision maker is."
Sullenly, Fumi glanced away, and Ave nodded gently and prepared to leave. Together, the four filed off the boat in an orderly manner.
"Where are those 3?"
In response to Fumi's question, Wu Xi spread her mental force throughout the city. She located Casso, Regle, and Ceru and 'heard' them discuss trivial matters they learned about the city. "In Yun Pavilion. Apparently, it's the most delicious restaurant in Mousse."
"Let's go."
In a few minutes, they arrived at Yun Pavilion. It exuded a refreshing atmosphere, as it was located next to a large lake. The walls were thin and made from a rare spiritual bamboo. From the interior, a light fragrance of fruit and delicious food drifted out. Around the lake were many blossoming cherry trees, and the entrance to Yun Pavilion was carpeted with pink and white flowers. The building appeared to be elegant and refined; the kind of place nobility would go to.
They walked inside the pavilion, and they saw the manager idly standing at the front desk.
"Hey, have you seen three people? Two males and one female. They should have arrived approximately one hour ago."
The manager lifted his head, and when he saw them, he fawningly replied, "Yes, yes, of course. The three masters are on the second floor, where there are less people and the atmosphere is more soothing. So you four are the exalted friends of the three masters? That is only to be expected, as you all are the dragons and phoenixes of the next generation." Then, he led them upstairs towards a secluded private room.
Even when they were 10 feet away, they could still hear loud munching and laughter from the other side of the door. The door was open a crack, and Wu Xi could see Casso's back as he chortled.
She pushed open the door, and a stunned, awkward silence filled the room.
(1) If you forgot, Ave = Hail, Casso = Quake, Regle = Hakan, Ceru = Ixi, Fumi = Dragonsmoke, Li Xue = Wu Xi
(2) If you don't like my logic of cultivators having to dock their flying treasures, welp, just imagine that they're too poor to buy a large enough storage space unless they fly on something small like a sword or something.
(3) >.> I realize that Dragonsmoke's previous personality is inconsistent with the one portrayed in this chapter... It's just that before, she was calm, so she can make logical and rational decisions and deductions, but now she's impatient (since she's been on the boat for a while) and irritated at Ignis, who won't answer her questions.
L’AVIS DES CRÉATEURS 
AFK_Fluff
AFK_Fluff Hey, I hope you enjoy this chapter.
Sorry for the long wait ;w;, I was lacking in both inspiration and motivation.
Next chapter will be them creating a new identity for themselves! (maybe)
Enjoy your day ^^
P.S. I'm sorry if the names are confusing.
État de l’alimentation hebdomadaire
-- Classement
Power Stone 
-- Power
stone