Xiao Xun'er frowned slightly upon hearing Xiao Ling mention the Soul Palace guardians.
As the eldest daughter of the ancient clan, Xiao Xun'er naturally knew that the Soul Palace was a subordinate faction of the Soul Clan, and
she had no favorable impression of the Soul Palace. Fortunately, Xiao Ling had not yet fallen victim to the Soul Palace's murderous hand; otherwise, she would have had to settle a score.
A hint of disgust flashed across Xiao Xun'er's beautiful eyes, and she snorted coldly, "Those sinister and vicious people in the Soul Palace are full of evil. They should be condemned by everyone. I didn't expect that they would actually set their sights on Brother Xiao Ling. They deserve to die."
Xiao Ling's expression remained unchanged. He smiled faintly and said, "Since you also know something about the Soul Palace, you should understand their methods. Therefore, my current strength is still too weak. Holding this piece of Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade will not only do me no good, but will also bring a lot of trouble to the family."
"Moreover, I did not give this piece of Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade to the Ancient Clan for free. As long as you can help me negotiate with the strong men in the Ancient Clan, I believe that the senior members of the Ancient Clan should be willing to spend some price to exchange for this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade. In this way, it can not only eliminate some troubles for me, but also provide certain help to me at the moment."
After hearing Xiao Ling's explanation, Xiao Xun'er stopped talking, lowered her head slightly, and began to fall into thought.
Now that the Soul Clan has set its sights on the Xiao family, it wouldn't be difficult for them to determine that Xiao Ling possesses the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade. In that case, Xiao Ling would undoubtedly be in danger.
Xiao Xun'er's thoughts flashed through her mind for a moment before she nodded slightly and turned her gaze to Xiao Lin. "If that's the case, then Xun'er will do as Brother Xiao Ling says. I'll mention this to the elders when I return to the Ancient Clan."
"I think with Xun'er's identity, it shouldn't be a difficult task, and there won't be too many twists and turns to reach a deal."
After saying that, a hint of doubt flashed in Xiao Xun'er's eyes, "However, Brother Xiao Ling, what do you want to exchange with the ancient clan for this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade? As long as it is not a heritage item of the ancient clan, Xun'er will do her best to help you get it."
Looking at Xiao Xun'er's puzzled eyes, Xiao Ling smiled lightly and replied, "I want to use this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade in my hand to exchange with the ancient clan for the body of a Dou Sheng and the essence of a ninth-level demon beast. How long has the ancient clan stood on the Dou Qi Continent? "Over the years, he must have slain some Dou Sheng masters from opposing factions. As for the essence and blood of a ninth-rank demon beast, with the Ancient Clan's financial resources, it shouldn't be a difficult feat."
Xiao Xun'er frowned slightly, asking in confusion, "Brother Xiao Ling, Xun'er doesn't quite understand why you need the body of a Dou Sheng master and the essence and blood of a ninth-rank demon beast."
Upon hearing Xiao Xun'er's question, Xiao Ling naturally made no attempt to conceal the truth. "Xun'er, these materials are actually intended for Yaochen, the Medicine Venerable. Now that he only has a soul left, he needs a high-quality body and the essence and blood of a demon beast to revive him."
"The higher the quality of the materials used to refine the new body, the better the restoration will be. If we can use the body of a Dou Sheng master and the essence and blood of a ninth-rank demon beast as the primary materials, even breaking through to the Dou Sheng level won't be a problem."
Xiao Ling wanted to exchange the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade with the Ancient Clan for the body of a Dou Sheng master and the essence and blood of a ninth-rank demon beast.
The reason for this plan was naturally to give this body to Yao Chen to refine a new one.
Yao Chen not only accepted Qing Lin as his personal disciple, but also served as a mentor to Xiao Ling, so Xiao Ling naturally trusted him.
Given Yao Chen's character, after his successful resurrection, he would certainly not harm Xiao Ling and would only protect her even more.
Once Xiao Ling left for Zhongzhou, having a Dou Sheng and ninth-grade alchemist as his backing would make things much easier.
Xiao Xun'er frowned slightly after hearing Xiao Ling's explanation, and asked curiously, "Brother Xiao Ling, is that Senior Yao Zun so important to you? To the point that you'd spend such a huge sum, even giving away the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade, just to find the best materials for him to refine a new body?"
Meeting Xiao Xun'er's suspicious gaze, Xiao Ling nodded and slowly said, "Xun'er, Senior Yao Chen not only guided me in my cultivation, but also provided me with great help in alchemy. Although we weren't master and apprentice, he treated me like his own disciple. How could such a deep friendship be measured by mere treasures?"
"And when Senior Yao Chen is resurrected and breaks through to the Dou Sheng realm, with the profound foundation he's accumulated over the years, it won't be difficult for him to break through to the ninth rank in alchemy. Then, when I travel to Zhongzhou, I'll have someone to lean on."
Xiao Xun'er frowned slightly, her jade-like fingers lightly touching her chin. After a moment's thought, she said, "Brother Xiao Ling, if that's the case, Xun'er agrees to help you with this matter. However, Xun'er would like to meet with Senior Yao Chen and confirm it in person. After all, this matter is of great importance, and Xun'er needs a more comprehensive understanding of the situation so that she can be more confident when negotiating with the clan elders."
"Furthermore, Xun'er also wants to personally experience Senior Yao Chen's character and conduct, to see if he's truly as trustworthy and reliable as Brother Xiao Ling claims."
Xiao Ling smiled and replied, "Of course, that's no problem. When the time is right, I'll arrange a meeting. Don't worry, Xun'er, Senior Yao Chen's character is definitely trustworthy."
After receiving Xiao Ling's affirmative response, Xiao Xun'er nodded and replied, "After Xun'er meets Senior Yao Chen, if it's truly as Brother Xiao Ling claims, I'll inform the elders of Brother Xiao Ling's request upon returning to the Ancient Clan. I believe they'll grant Brother Xiao Ling's request if Xun'er asks."
According to Xiao Xun'er's thinking, exchanging the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade in the Xiao family's possession for a Dou Sheng body and the essence of a ninth-tier demon beast would be more than enough. If we truly calculated the value, the Ancient Clan would undoubtedly gain more from this transaction.
If Xiao Ling had gone to negotiate with the elders of the Ancient Clan on his own, he would naturally have been unable to gain their approval. After all, Xiao Ling was currently too weak to negotiate a deal with the Ancient Clan.
However, with Xiao Ling, the eldest daughter of the Ancient Clan, speaking up, it would have been no problem for Xiao Ling to help him reach a deal.
Receiving Xiao Xun'er's affirmative response, Xiao Ling's face lit up with joy, and he said, "Thank you very much, Xun'er."
Xiao Xun'er smiled gently, her smile as bright as the warm spring sun. "Brother Xiao Ling, you're welcome. It's just a piece of cake. But do you really need those materials right now? If you need them urgently, Xun'er will go back to the Ancient Clan and retrieve them for
you." Shaking his head slightly, Xiao Ling waved his hand, saying, "I don't need those things yet, so there's no need to rush."
Now in the Northwest Continent, with his own strength, he was largely immune to danger.
If anything unexpected happened and I provoked the Dou Zun masters of the Northwest Continent, I would use my Heavenly Grade Super Dou Skill, "Ghost Possessed," to deal with ordinary Dou Zun masters without much trouble.
Hearing Xiao Ling's reply, Xiao Xun'er breathed a sigh of relief. If Xiao Ling needed those materials urgently, she would definitely rush back to the Ancient Clan to help him obtain them.
However, at that point, without the excuse of searching for the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade, it wasn't easy for him to leave the Ancient Clan for an extended period.
"In that case, Xun'er will stay with Brother Xiao Ling at Canaan Academy for now." Xiao Xun'er's face was filled with sweetness, her beautiful eyes filled with tenderness and joy. "That way, I can always take care of Brother Xiao Ling and experience all the fun things at the academy together."
Xiao Ling felt a warm feeling in his heart as he watched her charming appearance
. He gently rubbed her head, "Having Xun'er by my side is naturally wonderful." At that moment, the evening breeze blew past, ruffling the hems of their clothes, creating a warm and beautiful scene.
Xiao Xun'er tilted her head slightly and playfully said, "Then Brother Xiao Ling, please don't find Xun'er annoying."
Xiao Ling smiled brightly, "Of course not. With Xun'er by my side, every day will be filled with joy."
...
Even further away, inside Han Yue's courtyard, in the bathroom.
Han Yue slowly stretched out her jade feet and gently touched the water in the pool, carefully adjusting to the water temperature. After confirming that it was suitable, she stepped lightly into the water.
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The pristine white snow-capped mountain, like a noble fairy, stood quietly between heaven and earth.
Amidst that world shrouded in silver, a single blush of bright red stood out. It was a blooming plum blossom, proudly standing tall in the biting cold wind.
Han Yue's gaze fell on that blush, a hint of shyness and charm in her eyes.
She gently touched it with her finger, feeling the subtle ridges and delicate texture, a wave of emotion welling up in her heart.
Warm steam permeated the air, giving Han Yue's skin a charming blush, and the blush, in this hazy haze, seemed even more alluring.
Suddenly, Xiao Ling's face flashed through Han Yue's mind.
His handsome features, his upright figure, and that gentle, approachable smile made Han Yue's heart race.
She imagined Xiao Ling's hands gently caressing her body, like a spring breeze caressing flowers, bringing waves of tingling and longing.
Han Yue's breathing quickened, her hands involuntarily tracing her curves, as if Xiao Ling were right beside her, embracing her intimately. Biting her
lip, she lost herself in this dreamlike, enchanting atmosphere, her face a hazy, intoxicated expression.
Han Yue's thoughts drifted further and further, as if she could feel Xiao Ling's hot breath on her neck, his gentle whispers echoing in her ears.
Her body grew increasingly hot, and in the steamy bathroom, she was completely lost in her fantasy of Xiao Ling.
However, a cool breeze blew, bringing Han Yue back to reality.
Realizing her reverie, Han Yue's face flushed even deeper, feeling a mixture of shyness and an indescribable sweetness.
Han Yue sighed softly, stood up from the pool, and wrapped herself in a towel, trying to calm her still-rapid heartbeat.
But Xiao Ling's presence seemed etched in her mind, lingering.
Entering her room, Han Yue gently drew aside the elegantly patterned curtains and cast a tender gaze toward the winding bluestone path outside the courtyard.
A gentle evening breeze caressed her, ruffling strands of silvery hair.
Han Yue's eyes were filled with deep anticipation and endless longing, as if the longed-for figure might appear on the bluestone path at any moment.
Han Yue had heard about Xiao Ling's return to the inner courtyard long before, and she waited with joy, but the familiar figure remained nowhere to be seen.
Han Yue could already guess that she was now alone in this empty dormitory.
And before she learned of Xiao Ling's return, Xiao Xun'er, who usually stayed in the dormitory, had vanished long ago.
Xiao Xun'er must have received the news that Xiao Ling had returned to the inner courtyard in advance, and she couldn't wait to set off and reach Xiao Ling's side.
The two were now together, and no matter how much he longed to see Xiao Ling earlier, he was embarrassed to disturb Xiao Xun'er and Xiao Ling's reunion after a year.
With a faint sigh, Han Yue retracted his gaze, drew the curtains, and lay sideways on the soft big bed.
...
Xiao Ling and Xiao Xun'er walked side by side on the path of the academy. The moonlight was like water, gently sprinkled on the two of them, like a layer of gauze woven by the moon goddess.
The laughter of the two echoed in the quiet night, as if even the air around them was filled with the smell of sweetness.
Unknowingly, the two came to the courtyard where Xiao Xun'er lived.
Xiao Ling paused, looked at Xiao Xun'er tenderly, and said, "Xun'er, you've arrived. Get some rest."
Xiao Xun'er nodded slightly, her watery eyes filled with longing and reluctance. She whispered, "Brother Xiao Ling, why don't you come in and rest for a while?"
Shaking her head slightly, Xiao Ling smiled and replied, "It's getting late. I won't disturb you."
Although he missed Senior Han Yue, it wasn't a good time with Xun'er still around.
"Okay, then Brother Xiao Ling, go to bed early. Xun'er will be back."
Xiao Xun'er turned slowly, looking back with each step, until she entered the dormitory building.
Xiao Ling stood quietly downstairs until the door gently closed, then he looked away.
In the night breeze, Xiao Ling took a deep breath, as if to preserve this moment of warmth and beauty in his heart.
He glanced at the courtyard before him. In Han Yue's room, the lights were off, and there was no movement.
"Senior should be asleep. Let's go see her tomorrow."
Then, Xiao Ling walked in the moonlight, his figure gradually moving away and blending into the night.
(End of this chapter)