"Junior Brother? Junior Brother?" Seeing the desire burning in Ling Tian's eyes, a flash of astonishment passed through Ye Xun'er's beautiful orbs.
This junior brother... couldn't actually be setting his sights on that evil sword, could he?
But...
That won't do!
That sword and this one of mine are...
However, upon second thought, Ye Xun'er relaxed.
That ancient God-Slaying Sword is lodged at the very end of the Path. With Junior Brother Ling Tian's cultivation level, it will be very difficult for him to actually reach it.
When she had ascended the Path,although she was only at the Xuan Qing level, she had already comprehended a Dao Principle.
Moreover,her Dao Principle was somewhat special, just so happening to be useful on the Path.
Even so,she hadn't reached the end. She had acquired this Evil-Slaying Sword ten steps short of the summit.
As for Junior Brother Ling Tian...he didn't have a trace of spiritual power in his entire body. Even if he could persevere for a while, he likely wouldn't get very far.
Her earlier comfort had been more like encouragement for the young man.
"Ah! Senior Sister, how about... you take me to see the Path of Ten Thousand Swords first?" Ling Tian snapped out of his contemplation and looked at Ye Xun'er.
"Alright, let's go." Ye Xun'er didn't overthink it. She stepped forward, leading the way towards the summit of the Ten Thousand Swords Peak.
---
Meanwhile, Ling Xiao, holding Nian Qingyun's delicate hand, walked down from the peak of Sunset Mountain.
The previously bustling Sunset Divine Mountain was now completely deserted.
The conflict between the Qin Clan and the Cloud Millet Immortal Sect had clearly reached an irreconcilable point.
Given the prestige of these two supreme orthodoxies,this matter would absolutely not be easily dropped.
Many experts from ancient sects could already smell the oppressive tension of an impending storm.
However...
Young Master Ling Xiao's actions today could be described as possessing noble character and chivalrous courage.Many young talents and monsters who had previously held reservations about this Ling Clan young master had now changed their views, voluntarily becoming his most loyal... admirers.
"Wife, who do you think was lying, Qin Leng or Ma Liang?" Ling Xiao smiled faintly, turning to look at the stunning figure beside him, his voice soft.
"I think you are the one lying." Nian Qingyun snorted coldly, her beautiful eyes seeming to hold a trace of hesitation.
"Oh? Why would you say that, Wife?" Ling Xiao's eyes narrowed slightly, but a faint, inexplicable smirk lifted the corner of his mouth.
Not bad.Logically speaking, these two supreme orthodoxies wouldn't necessarily come to blows over a mere fortune.
But the clever part of Ling Xiao's plan was that he had made both Ma Liang and Qin Leng witness the events with their own eyes.
Thus,even if the two were later discarded and had their souls searched, it would only make the experts of their respective clans more convinced that the other side had struck first.
"Although I don't know what method you used, the Cloud Millet Immortal Sect and the Qin Clan have always had good relations. Falsehoods will inevitably be discovered. I advise you not to play with fire and burn yourself." Of course, Nian Qingyun wasn't certain Ling Xiao was behind this.
But based on her understanding of this Ling Clan heir,such a shameless tactic was absolutely his style.
Moreover,given Ling Xiao's character, he would absolutely prefer to see Qin Leng die at the hands of the Cloud Millet Immortal Sect. Why would he put on an act to save him?
There was definitely something fishy here,something Nian Qingyun just hadn't figured out yet.
No one knows a husband better than his wife.
Ling Xiao shook his head with a laugh, though a trace of grievance showed on his face. "So, this is the kind of person you think I am? Fine, no amount of explanation from me is useful. Just as you said, with the methods of the Cloud Millet Immortal Sect and Qin Clan experts, they will surely uncover the truth. I hope they can prove my innocence to you then."
"You..."Nian Qingyun's pretty face tightened, especially because the disappointment in Ling Xiao's eyes didn't seem feigned. Her heart actually skipped a beat.
'Everyone else can doubt me, but you cannot.'
This phrase echoed in her mind like a demonic whisper,deeply etched into her heart. She suddenly regretted her earlier words.
After all,while this Ling Clan heir was shameless, he wasn't as despicable as the rumors made him out to be.
Had she misjudged him again?
"Halt! Stop right there!"
Just as Nian Qingyun's brows were lightly furrowed and her heart felt somewhat flustered,a figure suddenly shot out from the forest, blocking their path.
Scared the hell out of me.
Ling Xiao's body jolted,and he nearly summoned his Heavenly Demon True Body to annihilate the damned thing that had jumped out.
But the next instant,his expression froze slightly in astonishment.
The one standing before them was actually a small,chubby, white... pig-headed creature.
It genuinely had a pig's head,but its body was humanoid, resembling that of a child.
Although it carried a faint demonic aura,it wasn't very strong, which was why Ling Xiao hadn't paid it any mind initially.
This Sunset Divine Mountain was wild and untamed,with countless demons and beasts in its forests.
But this little pig-head...looked rather simple-minded. It didn't stop anyone else, specifically choosing to block his and Nian Qingyun's path.
"Where did this little monster come from? Seeking death!!" Nian Qingyun's expression turned stern. As a righteous cultivator, slaying demons and eradicating evil was her natural duty.
This little monster,while appearing foolish and somewhat cute, had a real demonic aura. Its realm seemed to have reached the Soul Sea level.
"You... Who are you calling a monster? D-Don't I look human?" The pig-headed little monster panicked, but when its eyes clearly saw Nian Qingyun's features, its face actually revealed a look of infatuation.
Slurp.
Not only is this little monster not very bright, it's also a bit of a lecher?
"What did you say?" Nian Qingyun's pretty face tightened. She was about to strike and eliminate it when Ling Xiao reached out and stopped her.
"Wait a moment,Wife."
"Hmm?"Nian Qingyun looked at Ling Xiao, puzzled. She had naturally sensed the killing intent emanating from him moments before. Why was he stopping her now?
"You do. You not only look human, but you also resemble a great and capable figure from ancient times. Do you have a name? If not, shall I give you one?" Ling Xiao chuckled, his expression extremely gentle.
On this little monster,he actually saw 500 Luck Points.
While that amount wasn't even enough to whet Ling Xiao's appetite,it clearly indicated this little monster was destined for some future encounters.
"Okay, okay!" The little monster immediately began hopping with joy, its chubby little face full of expectation.
"Then I shall call you...Bajie."
Ling Xiao nodded with a smile.The little monster, overjoyed, immediately bowed respectfully towards Ling Xiao.
"Thank you,Young Master, for the name! When Bajie has achieved success in his cultivation, he will definitely repay the kindness you showed me today." Bajie imitated human manners, speaking with a serious expression.
"Go on now." Ling Xiao smiled faintly, a glint of amusement flashing in his eyes.
Yesterday's cause, today's effect.
He was a villain,not a beast who killed indiscriminately.
Moreover,didn't Nian Qingyun always think he was hypocritical and cruel?
From now on,in front of this Divine Maiden, he would act like a man full of love and compassion.
10,000 Luck Points... when the day comes that Nian Qingyun truly submits to me...
*Burp.
I'll be full.
"Why did you tell him he looks human?" Sure enough, the absolute coldness on Nian Qingyun's face was replaced by a look of curiosity.
Curiosity is the right strategy to unlock a Divine Maiden's heart.
"These mountain wilds, when monsters cultivate to a certain realm, must seek validation from humans. Only then can they break through to the next realm and truly assume human form. This little monster seems honest and kind-hearted, without a trace of bloody aura on him. By planting a seed of kindness today, who knows, it might bear good fruit someday." Ling Xiao explained calmly.
A look of surprise instantly flashed in Nian Qingyun's beautiful eyes.
Ding. The Destiny Maiden's perception has shifted. Congratulations, Host. Luck Points increased by 100. Villain Points increased by 1000 points.