Gu Xun'er frowned slightly, with a trace of barely perceptible worry in her eyes, "Father, what should we do now? Do we really have to give up this deal? But my daughter has already promised the Xiao family."
Gu Yuan patted Gu Xun'er's shoulder gently and comforted her, "Xun'er, don't be too anxious. Since your father has agreed to your decision, he will naturally find ways to solve the problem. But we must carefully consider the pros and cons of this."
He walked to the edge of the pavilion, staring at the gurgling stream, and after pondering for a while, he turned his head with a hint of inquiry in his eyes, "Xun'er, I heard that the transaction of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade does not seem to be only related to the Xiao family, It's about Xiao Ling, the one you mentioned, right? Are you...?...
Gu Xun'er's cheeks flushed upon hearing this, and she twisted her hands unconsciously with the corners of her clothes, looking a little embarrassed. "Father, this was indeed a deal with the Xiao family. It was the Xiao family who gave the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade to Xiao Ling, and then he made the deal with me."
Gu Yuan snorted softly, then asked, "Xun'er, tell me honestly, do you like that boy named Xiao Ling?"
Gu Xun'er lowered her head, her voice almost inaudible, "Father, I... I just think he's different, and he's trustworthy in some ways."
Gu Yuan couldn't help but feel a surge of mixed emotions upon hearing this.
His daughter, precious as a pearl, now had to worry about a man. He
sighed inwardly, remembering how he had sent Xun'er to the Xiao family, hoping she would have a happy childhood, but he never expected she would fall in love.
Gu Yuan felt somewhat helpless. If Xiao Ling was really a trustworthy person as Xun'er said, it would be fine. But as a father, how could he bear to watch his daughter get hurt?
A hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes. Gu Yuan crossed his hands on his chest and said slowly: "I have also inquired about it. Xiao Ling has reached the Dou Huang realm at such a young age. He is indeed extraordinary. I will investigate him when he comes to Zhongzhou."
"If he can satisfy me, I will not only take out the remains of the Dou Sheng and the essence of the ninth-level magic beast as bargaining chips, but also give him some rare cultivation resources. After all, this is related to my daughter's lifelong happiness, and I must carefully consider every detail."
"However, if he cannot meet my expectations, or his character and strength are not worthy of my precious daughter, then I will not hesitate to take back my promise and take necessary measures. I will never let you suffer emotional disputes because of an unworthy person."
Gu Xun'er was nervous and expectant when she heard her father say this. She bit her lip lightly and said firmly: "Father, I believe Xiao Ling will not let you down."
Deep in Gu Xun'er's heart, her trust in Xiao Ling is indestructible.
The two had been childhood sweethearts, growing up together. Xiao Ling's feelings for her had long been as deep as those of family, a unique sincerity that she could sense without words.
Gu Xun'er had witnessed Xiao Ling's growth, his indomitable spirit and exceptional wisdom a testament to his unwavering commitment to self-improvement.
Despite his humble origins in Wutan City, Xiao Ling's every breakthrough and every transcendence revealed his extraordinary talent, leaving Gu Xun'er with unwavering faith in his strength.
She firmly believed that even in the face of his father's daunting challenges, Xiao Ling would earn his father's approval through his genuine talent and unwavering determination.
Xiao Ling had promised her that he would not only transcend Wutan City, but also rise to the pinnacle of the Dou Qi Continent, becoming a formidable figure who would go down in history.
Seeing his daughter's shy yet determined expression, Gu Yuan understood something. He smiled and said, "Alright, let's wait until he arrives in Zhongzhou and see how he performs before we make a decision."
A gentle breeze blew through the courtyard, ruffling their clothes and filling it with a tranquil and harmonious atmosphere.
…
At the bottom of the Tianfen Refining Qi Tower, two elders guarding the tower sat side by side next to the entrance of the cave where Xiao Ling had entered the underground world before.
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They were specially dispatched by the academy to investigate the situation and report any unusual activity back to the academy.
One of the elders, his brow furrowed with anxiety, said, "It's been so long, almost half a year, and there's still no news from Xiao Ling. I'm really worried. I wonder if he's met with any misfortune." Another
elder, his gaze determined, staring directly at the cave entrance, slowly replied, "Xiao Ling has shown extraordinary talent since he was young. Since he made his choice, he must have been confident. We should have confidence in him."
His gaze unconsciously darted downward, trying to penetrate the unknown darkness.
"I don't know what the world beneath the earth is like. Just feeling this violent fire energy is enough to instill fear. Xiao Ling's courage and determination are truly extraordinary." The elder who spoke first shook his head, his tone filled with emotion.
"Indeed, only a young man like Xiao Ling, possessing both courage and strength, could venture deep into the depths under the protection of the strange fire. Anyone else would likely suffer or face life-threatening danger." Another elder nodded in agreement, his face a mixture of admiration for Xiao Ling and deep awe for the mysterious depths.
Below the cave entrance, beside the two elders guarding the pavilion, a breathtaking magma world unfolded before one's eyes.
Within this realm of blazing magma, a young man in a blue robe hovered quietly in the air.
Over ten meters below him, magma roiled, and massive bubbles of magma continuously burst, sending molten lava shooting like arrows towards the young man in the air.
But whenever this scorching liquid touched the young man's body, it instantly evaporated into steam, vanishing without a trace.
At that moment, the young man suddenly opened his eyes, and a flash of fire flashed across his blue-gold pupils, once shimmering like sapphires.
He stood tall, his blue hair flowing gently in the wind, as if blending seamlessly with the surrounding heat.
His blue eyes were as deep as the ocean, seemingly holding endless secrets.
He raised both hands. In his left, the Azure Lotus Earth Core Fire blazed fiercely, like a blooming blue lotus, emitting a mysterious and powerful aura. The Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame shone brilliantly, its blazing flames threatening to ignite the entire space.
Meanwhile, in his right, the Ocean Heart Flame rippled like blue water. Its flames were gentle yet richly layered, like liquid flame, perfectly blending the agility of water with the passion of fire. The Fallen Heart Flame was formless and colorless, like a wisp of ethereal breeze. Though invisible, it subtly distorted the surrounding air, revealing its profound and mysterious power.
Four strange flames swirled and danced around him, their lights intertwining in a magnificent spectacle.
Without the aid of his Dou Qi wings, the young man was able to stand firmly in the void.
Xiao Ling stretched his body, slowly extending his foot and walking through the air. With each step, ripples like water rippled through the void.
An intoxicated look appeared on his face, and he muttered to himself, "Is this what it feels like to be a Dou Zong?" He
slowly stopped, and four strange flames danced happily beside him, seemingly cheering for his breakthrough.
(End of this chapter)