"Smack!"
Her delicate, snow-white hand slammed onto the table, leaving a charred palm print.
Seeing the young lady lose her composure like this for the first time, a chilling glint flashed in Ling Ying's eyes as he knelt on one knee beside her:
"Miss, should I go and..."
Upon hearing this, Xun'er frowned and looked at Ling Ying, golden flames flickering in her eyes.
"Elder Ling, do you think I need to resort to such methods to snatch Brother Xiao Yan?"
Being stared at by that scorching gaze that could ignite battle qi, even Ling Ying, a Dou Huang powerhouse, found it hard to bear and quickly said:
"Please calm down, Miss. Nalan Yanran is no match for you. I'm just afraid that Young Master Xiao Yan is too naive to be easily deceived!"
Ling Ying knew that at this moment, only Xiao Yan's name could divert her young lady's attention.
Sure enough, as soon as these words were spoken, Xun'er's gaze became more profound.
"Brother Xiao Yan is not such a stupid person. Xiao Mei has been so attentive all these years, but Brother Xiao Yan has never been close to her. He can tell who is good and who is bad."
After a while, Xun'er's voice rang out softly, and Ling Ying breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing it.
Although he had to obey the young lady's orders, he still felt somewhat uncomfortable about actually killing a young girl.
"However, I can't do nothing. I need to send a message back to the clan. I need the best resources, and I need double the amount!"
Xun'er's cool voice echoed in the room.
"Yes, Miss!"
Upon hearing this, Ling Ying nodded, her figure transforming into a wisp of black smoke and slowly dissipating.
After a moment's thought, Xun'er went out and headed towards the back mountain.
Meanwhile, in the back mountain of the Xiao family, a young man held a three-foot-long green sword, with a faint red light swirling around its blade. In his hand, he would thrust, parry, slash, or flick.
As his sword techniques changed, so did his footwork. The initial awkwardness gradually transformed into proficiency through repeated practice.
"laugh!"
Xiao Yan sheathed his sword and stood there.
After three hours and dozens of repetitions of practice, Xiao Yan was able to skillfully perform the entire set of sword moves.
However, to apply it in actual combat, it definitely requires accumulated practice over time.
This sword technique is called "Fire Element Sword Manual". It has two levels. After mastering the first level, one can unleash the Fire Element Sunset Sword. A single strike is like the sun falling, and its power is considerable.
After mastering the second level, one can unleash the Fire Essence - Annihilation, which, combined with the Blazing Fire Battle Qi cultivated through the Fire Essence Technique, is comparable in power to a high-level Xuan-rank battle skill!
Speaking of which, the "Fire Element Sword Manual" was a fighting technique modified by the third generation sect leader of the Yunlan Sect based on the "Wind Extreme Sword Manual" in order to suit the sect's disciples with fire attributes. Therefore, Yun Yun, who had already cultivated the "Wind Extreme Sword Manual" to its extreme, was quite familiar with it when teaching Xiao Yan.
However, the fact that he immediately offered Xiao Yan a mid-level Xuan-rank fighting technique upon their first meeting would surely make Nalan Yanran green with envy if she knew about it.
It should be noted that even as the young sect leader of the Yunlan Sect in her previous life, she could only start cultivating from low-level Xuan-rank fighting techniques after advancing to the Dou Zhe level.
She only became qualified to cultivate a profound combat technique like the "Wind Extreme Sword Manual" after advancing to the rank of Battle Master.
"It seems that you should be able to master the first level of the Fire Element Sword Manual in at most half a month."
Yun Yun was very satisfied with Xiao Yan's learning results today, and the smile on her lips never disappeared.
A disciple who is talented, hardworking, and respectful of himself is truly perfect.
"Alright, that's enough for today's combat skills training. You should go back and cultivate your battle qi."
Yun Yun nodded slightly, her delicate body trembled slightly, and huge azure battle qi wings popped out from behind her.
"Teacher, are you leaving?"
Xiao Yan was stunned for a moment.
"Okay, I have some errands to run. I'll be back tonight. You focus on your cultivation."
Yun Yun smiled and reached out to ruffle Xiao Yan's black hair, gave him a word of advice, and then transformed into a streak of azure light, flying away into the distance.
Xiao Yan raised his hand and touched the spot where Yun Yun had rubbed, his expression somewhat strange.
What a strange feeling. Is this supposed to be a gentle head pat?
It should be noted that even his father, Xiao Zhan, had not touched his head like this for almost three years.
"Brother Xiao Yan, what are you thinking about? You're so engrossed. You used to notice when Xun'er got close."
A girl's clear and charming voice, tinged with curiosity, rang in my ears.
She had also seen Yun Yun ruffling Xiao Yan's hair just now.
But she wouldn't show any abnormality.
"Sigh, I miss my mother a little."
Xiao Yan sighed upon hearing this.
He hadn't felt any care from his mother since she passed away, and Yun Yun's actions just now gave him a similar feeling.
Xun'er fell silent upon hearing this.
Her mother, being too weak to withstand her powerful bloodline, died shortly after giving birth to her.
Then her father sent her to the Xiao family.
I met him, Brother Xiao Yan.
"Xun'er, sit with me for a while."
He said he would sit for a while, but Xiao Yan actually lay down on the ground with his hands behind his head.
"good."
Xun'er lay down next to him and, imitating him, placed her hands behind her head.
She didn't say anything.
She simply stayed quietly by Xiao Yan's side.
As the sun began to set, Xiao Yan slowly spoke, "Xun'er."
"Brother Xiao Yan, I'm here."
She responded softly.
What do you think of Nalan Yanran?
The setting sun cast its light on half of Xiao Yan's face, making his expression appear somewhat obscure and difficult to decipher.
"Do you want Xun'er to tell the truth?"
Upon hearing this, Xun'er sat up, looked down at Xiao Yan, and blinked.
"Um."
Xiao Yan nodded.
"Then Xun'er will speak frankly. I feel that Nalan Yanran seems to have some ulterior motives towards Brother Xiao Yan. I just don't know if what she wants will harm Brother Xiao Yan."
Xun'er tilted her head and thought for a moment before speaking seriously.
"Yes, we feel about the same. We've rested enough, it's time for us to go back."
Xiao Yan smiled noncommittally, stood up, reached out and took Xun'er's hand, pulling her up from the ground. His sleeves gently brushed against her dress, sweeping away the weeds.
Seeing Xiao Yan's careful and serious expression, Xun'er couldn't help but smile slightly.
Want to steal Xiao Yan from her? Not so easy!
However… I need to pay more attention to Brother Xiao Yan from now on, lest he be snatched away by other bad women!
Although her mind was racing, Xun'er remained expressionless. She brushed the weeds off Xiao Yan, hugged his arm, and winked adorably.
"Okay! Brother Xiao Yan, let's go!"
As the sun sets, a young man and woman walk side by side, the evening breeze blowing by like a playful sprite, merrily lifting their hair and clothes, creating a peaceful and beautiful scene.
(End of chapter)