"Not at all. I just feel that today, our Myriad Daons Demon Sect will lose another peerless talent. Ah, what a pity, Senior Brother. Originally... I planned to seek you out after the engagement. I know there are some misunderstandings between us, but... we are both True Disciples of the Demon Sect. We should be working together." Ling Xiao sighed, but a strange mockery lurked at the corner of his mouth.
Given Zhuge Liuyun's cautious nature, even with the Fire Wolf's help, what truly drove him to dare move against Ling Xiao was probably fear.
He was afraid Ling Xiao would eventually kill him,hence his haste to strike first.
He wasn't wrong.Ling Xiao had never intended to let this Senior Brother True Disciple live.
Even if the Sect Master personally pleaded for mercy,would sparing the life of someone who harbored such resentment towards him earn their respect?
No!
Mercy would only make him feel more humiliated.
If he ever saw an opportunity,he would probably not hesitate to attack Ling Xiao.
Such a person cannot be kept alive.
Besides,there was no trace of camaraderie between them. Killing him wouldn't affect Ling Xiao's Dao Heart.
Of course,with the system's bonuses, the Dao Heart didn't really affect realm progression much.
But it was somewhat connected to the comprehension of the Great Dao.
Caution!
Villains mostly die from overconfidence!
Take notes!
As villains,we aim to deliver the most impressive displays while walking the steadiest path.
Otherwise,if the path collapses, it's eternal damnation.
"You... Are you telling the truth?" For a moment, looking at the expression on Ling Xiao's face, Zhuge Liuyun genuinely hesitated.
But in the next instant,his face darkened again.
After all his scheming,the root of it was his coveting of the Young Master position in the Myriad Daos Demon Sect.
Especially since that position was originally his,but he had to relinquish it because Ling Xiao suddenly joined the sect.
This feeling was like...
I'd already taken my pants off, and then you tell me you're a man?!
This was a grievance Zhuge Liuyun couldn't swallow.
Moreover,he had already promised the Fire Wolf the spiritual fire.
If he backed out now,did he think the Fire Wolf wouldn't devour him alive?
"Hmph, Ling Xiao, stop pretending with me. Your temperament is known throughout the Holy Land. Do you really think I'd be so easily fooled by you?" Zhuge Liuyun snorted coldly, his face twisted with venom.
"Ah, Senior Brother, you don't know this, but the Sect Master... sought me out. I might disregard your face, but his..." Ling Xiao shook his head with a bitter smile, but inwardly he was delighted.
The system notifications kept coming in his mind.Clearly, Zhuge Liuyun's heart was already filled with regret.
Marvelous.
Villain Points are best plundered from named extras; that's the fast way.
And the moment he truly regrets...
Hehe, acting then will surely be thrilling, right?
Life should be about giving others more surprises.That's the only way to live up to our reputation as Beacons of the Righteous Path!
"What?! Master?!" Sure enough, upon hearing Ling Xiao's words, Zhuge Liuyun's eyes narrowed, and he genuinely felt a pang of regret.
If his life weren't threatened,he naturally wouldn't dare move against Ling Xiao personally.
As for that Fire Wolf...
He currently had it trapped in the Spirit Beast Pouch.If he brought it back to the sect, probably many elders would be quite pleased.
After all,things like the demon core of a Divine Marquis Great Demon were all treasures.
"Junior... Junior Brother... Actually..."
"Senior Brother,no need to say more! Since you've made your decision, then today, let's see who has more tricks up their sleeve." Ling Xiao's expression suddenly turned grave, and even his tone carried a note of finality.
Hearing this, Zhuge Liuyun froze on the spot.
Dammit!
What decision have I made?
Wasn't I just about to switch sides?
Why aren't you giving me a chance now?
"You... You... Fine! You brought this upon yourself!!" Zhuge Liuyun didn't even know how he released the Fire Wolf.
His mind felt muddled.The situation's development seemed... off.
But he couldn't quite pinpoint how.
He came to kill Ling Xiao because he feared the latter would kill him.
But Ling Xiao said he had always wanted to clear the air between them,and even the Sect Master had communicated with him, indicating this Demon Sect Young Master had no intention of driving him to desperation.
But since he had shown intent to kill Ling Xiao today,Ling Xiao had no choice but to act.
Looked at that way,this Junior Brother didn't seem to be at fault; he was merely reacting.
The one in the wrong... was actually himself!!!
Zhuge Liuyun swallowed hard.Holy crap, I acted rashly!!!
BOOM!!
A scorching heat,vast as an ocean, surged forth.
A fiery red figure suddenly appeared before Ling Xiao.
"Ling Clan brat,so it really was you who stole my Spirit Fruit!!" Rage flashed in the Fire Wolf's eyes, its face a mask of bloodthirsty ferocity.
It hadn't heard the earlier conversation between the two.
But since Zhuge Liuyun had released it,he was clearly preparing to move against this Ling Clan heir.
"Senior... Who told you the Spirit Fruit is in my possession?" Ling Xiao showed not a trace of surprise. His calmness made both Zhuge Liuyun and the Fire Wolf pause.
He isn't the least bit afraid?
Facing a peak Divine Marquis expert,this young man, whose cultivation was merely at the Breakthrough Realm, showed no panic at all?
Something's wrong!
Absolutely something's wrong!
The Fire Wolf warily glanced back at Zhuge Liuyun and saw the latter seemed somewhat dazed,which instantly stirred unease in its heart.
Were these two sect brothers planning to gang up and scheme against me?
But if that were the case,why release him?
Wouldn't taking him directly to the Myriad Daos Demon Sect be better?
"Ah, when it comes to being ruthless, I'll eat anything, but I won't swallow false accusations. If you don't believe me, Senior, I can give you my Qiankun Bag. See for yourself." As he spoke, Ling Xiao actually took the Qiankun Bag from his robe and tossed it towards the Fire Wolf.
Open and aboveboard,without the slightest affectation!
"You... This... I..." The Fire Wolf hesitated. Ling Xiao didn't seem to be lying. Could it be that this Demon Sect True Disciple deceived me?
"Senior!!" Zhuge Liuyun gritted his teeth. Finally, he shot Ling Xiao a meaningful glance. "Perhaps he's already eaten the Spirit Fruit? It's useless to discuss this now. The spiritual fire is inside that ancient cauldron. Why don't we..."
Hearing this, a flicker of hesitation passed through the Fire Wolf's eyes.
Zhuge Liuyun was right.
It seemed a bit late for regrets now.
Since they had revealed their murderous intent towards this Ling Clan heir,the Ling Clan definitely wouldn't let them off easily.
In that case,wouldn't it be better to... go all the way?
As for Ling Xiao's current actions,he was probably deliberately trying to turn them against each other to find a chance to escape.
One had to admit,overthinking could indeed be quite... miraculous.
Watching the fierce determination solidify on Zhuge Liuyun's face, Ling Xiao finally nodded. A mysterious light suddenly bloomed in his eyes.
Villain Points can never be fully plundered... Besides, there's a good show waiting for me at the ruins' entrance.
If he dawdled any longer,Qin Leng might get beaten to death.
"Ah, alright then. Since you two wish to die, I'll... grant your wish."