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Chapter 108: The Three-Year Pact, Long Aotian's Intelligence? (Part 1)
Chapter 108: The Three-Year Pact, Long Aotian's Intelligence? (Part 1)
"..."
"Teacher?" Xiao Ling'er silently called out to Yao Mu, who understood and probed with her divine sense, only to find nothing amiss. "It seems like it's not someone else hiding their presence."
"Not someone else?" Xiao Ling'er asked, surprised.
Yao Mu smiled and said, "Perhaps he has taken a liking to you?"
"With your beauty, you can surely captivate countless men."
"Teacher!"
"I'm not joking with you."
Xiao Ling'er was at a loss for words, "I have this unsettling feeling, as if I'm on edge about everything."
"That's why I'm teasing you. Don't worry too much. With your current combat power, if you go all out, it won't be that easy for someone to suppress or kill you!"
"Moreover, you have me!"
"This person might have seen your kind face or have other reasons."
"No need to pay attention to him."
"Yes, teacher."
After being soothed by Yao Mu, Xiao Ling'er gradually calmed down and became less worried.
This worry wasn't the usual restlessness of her 'Spirit Awareness', but a common concern people have before facing a significant event.
...
The teleportation array activated.
Xiao Ling'er was already familiar with it.
However, Lu Ming found it fascinating.
He had used teleportation arrays many times, but this was his first time using a super teleportation array that covered such a vast distance.
Nevertheless, with his current formidable cultivation, and being away from home, he naturally kept his combat power shared at all times. The discomfort from being at the Fifth Stage Eighth Level was almost negligible.
Soon, the teleportation ended.
The dense crowd quickly dispersed.
Xiao Ling'er also left discreetly.
But before she had walked far, she stopped and looked at the handsome man who was following her closely.
"Fellow Daoist, why are you following me?"
"Fellow Daoist Xiao Ling'er."
The handsome man laughed and bowed, "A pleasure to meet you."
Xiao Ling'er furrowed her brows, "You know me?"
"I'm ashamed to say that two years ago, at the Hongwu Immortal City's Alchemy Competition, I was fortunate enough to witness your peerless talent from the spectator stands."
"Ever since then, I couldn't forget you, and I never expected to see you again today."
"By the way, I'm Lu Ming."
"Lu Ming?"
Xiao Ling'er muttered, confirming that she didn't know him or had heard of this name before. "A pleasure to meet you, but why are you following me?"
Lu Ming smiled slightly, "Fellow Daoist, you misunderstand. It's just that our destinations happen to be in the same direction for now."
"If you don't believe me, I can walk ahead."
Xiao Ling'er took a step back, "Please."
"Please."
Lu Ming didn't hesitate and bowed before taking the lead.
His destination was the Northern Region!
Firstly, he wanted to check if the little girl was in any trouble.
Secondly, he wanted to see if Xiao Ling'er needed any help.
The three-year pact was certainly not a simple matter.
He believed Xiao Ling'er wouldn't be defeated within this three-year pact, but she might still need assistance.
However, with only a few days left for the pact, there was no need to follow her constantly.
Therefore, taking the lead was fine.
"I'll just casually stroll around the Northern Region, experiencing the local customs while creating the Walking Secret. Then, I'll help Xiao Ling'er get through the three-year pact."
"Finally, I'll go find the little girl."
"I'll see if I can comprehend the Heaven Devouring Demon Art and the Walking Secret, and if I can, I'll try to find a chance to teach her."
If everything goes smoothly on this journey...
I can try to continue comprehending further!
...
"So, it was my overthinking."
Xiao Ling'er muttered as she watched Lu Ming walk away alone.
Yao Mu remained silent, but said, "Now, I feel that this person is a bit strange."
"Teacher?" Xiao Ling'er was taken aback, "Did you discover something?"
"I didn't discover anything, but with only a Second Stage cultivation, if his cultivation is genuine, he shouldn't act so boldly."
"Why would a Second Stage cultivator act so unreservedly towards a Fifth Stage alchemy genius like you?"
"..."
"Could it be that he can't see through my cultivation?"
"Even if he can't see through it, he should still be able to guess that your cultivation far surpasses his. With your status and position, he shouldn't fear that you might dislike him or even kill him?"
"This doesn't align with a typical cultivator's behavior."
Yao Mu asserted, "This person is either hiding his cultivation..."
"Or..." she paused, "his mind isn't quite right."
Xiao Ling'er: "..."
"If he's hiding his cultivation, and even you can't see through it, then...?"
"There are two possibilities: either his cultivation is extremely high, or he possesses secret techniques."
"In any case, next time we meet this person, we must be cautious."
"Regardless of the possibility, it's best to avoid provoking him and keep a distance."
Hiding his cultivation? That means he has something to hide and is up to no good!
If his mind isn't right, then we must be extra careful to avoid getting too close and having our intelligence reduced by him!
"Teacher, you're absolutely right!"
Xiao Ling'er deeply agreed.
She always listened to her teacher's advice.
Her teacher would never harm her.
Moreover, her teacher's experience far surpassed hers by many times.
Not heeding an elder's advice would surely lead to regret!
"Let's not talk about this."
Yao Mu changed the topic, "What are your plans for this three-year period?"
"The Xiao Family Patriarch is in the Imperial Capital of the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty, so it's unrealistic for you to confront them directly."
"Even if you and I join forces, it's likely a one-way trip. We must have a plan."
"Indeed."
Xiao Ling'er sighed, "However, I do have an immature idea, and I'd like to seek your guidance..."
After a moment, Yao Mu smiled, "Not bad, not bad!"
"You think this plan is good too?"
Xiao Ling'er's heart settled, "If that's the case, I'll immediately start looking for a suitable Fengshui burial site for Xiao Jie!"
"Go ahead."
However, it would be best to find an opportunity to change your appearance. Do not reveal yourself until the confrontation with Xiao Jie.
Otherwise, the journey will be fraught with danger.
Your Master mentioned that your little apprentice brother once warned you about other assassins, and there are quite a few of them!
Speaking of which, your little apprentice brother has a strong background. He is from the Northern Region and owes you a favor. If you let him assist you, this journey will be much safer.
Didn't he promise to owe you a life?
Xiao Ling'er was tempted, but after a brief moment of contemplation, she shook her head. "This is my personal matter. It would be better not to involve him."
Yao Mu, upon hearing this, did not show any anxiety but instead revealed a faint smile.
Such a heart, such a sense of righteousness!
I must not repeat my past mistakes!
After leaving the immortal city, Xiao Ling'er found a secluded place to change her appearance and then headed for the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty.
After several days, she found a suitable place for Xiao Jie's burial within the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty.
The Thunder Mountain Range.
Situated within the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty, it is over thirty thousand miles away from the Imperial Capital.
Named for its perpetual darkness, covered by dark clouds, and frequent thunderstorms.
Due to this, the mountains are almost uninhabitable by humans or beasts.
Too perilous!
Thunder can strike at any time without warning, and the location of the strikes is entirely random. Any place in the mountains can be struck by lightning at any moment.
A forbidden zone for the weak!
Furthermore, due to the barrenness of the area, strong cultivators generally do not enter, making the area extremely desolate.
But if you stand outside the Thunder Mountain Range and look from a distance, you will see a magnificent sight.
Thick dark clouds cover the sky, and a mountain range stretches for hundreds of peaks, resembling a giant dragon lying low, enduring the continuous thunder punishments.
"I have some impression of this place," Yao Mu said, revealing half of her body in the solitude and gazing at the distant thunder. "Many years ago, there was a legend."
"A black dragon in the immortal realm violated the heavenly rules and was banished to the mortal world. The great powers of the immortal realm used divine techniques to transform it into a mountain, and it must endure the thunder punishments for eternity."
"However, the legend is too vague, and no one knows if it is true."
"Choosing this place for the battle is quite fitting."
"Hmm."
Xiao Ling'er nodded. "This place is inaccessible to the weak, and due to its instability, it is impossible to set up formations."
"For the three-year pact, I am not one to use formations against my enemies, nor do I want others to use them against me!"
"Moreover, when escaping, the continuous lightning strikes will help erase any traces, making it easier to hide."
"But..."
"There are risks."
"If your fortune is insufficient and you keep getting struck by lightning..."
"Fortune is also a part of strength," Yao Mu said solemnlyly. "With your fortune, you should not be weaker than Xiao Jie!"
"The disciple also believes so," Xiao Ling'er said with a smile.
"Then the next step is to spread the news."
...
A few days later, a message spread throughout the Tianyuan Immortal dynasty,
"Xiao Jie, three-year past, is approaching, and I, Xiao Ling'er, have returned!
At that time, I will be waiting for you at the Ninety-Seventh Mountain, ready to... meet your death!"
In the end, the news spread like a typhoon, and almost everyone in the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty, from the high and low, knew no one who didn't know about it.
Many cultivators were shocked.
"Xiao Ling'er? Who is this person?"
"Never heard of her!"
"Three-year pact? That's interesting."
"Challeng the Thunder Mountain Range? That's quite bold. To challenge Xiao Jie here, this Xiao Ling'er must have reached the Fifth Stage, otherwise, she wouldn't be so audacious."
"Fifth Stage, Xiao Jie, Xiao? I know, he is the first-born genius of the Xiao Family. been groomed by the family for years, impressive!"
"Is this Xiao Ling'er also from the Xiao Family?"
"Rubbish, Xiao Jie, Xiao Family, why would they be at each other's throats?"
"..."
Doubts.
Confusion.
But this did not stop the matter from becoming a hot topic among cultivators.
In any case, it did not hinder the matter from becoming a hot topic among cultivators.
"..."
For third-party cultivators and forces, the reactions was varied.
Shocked, disbelieving, angry, gloating, and schadenfreude, all reactions was different.
The Xiao Family.
Xiao Zhan learned of the news, frowning deeply.
"What are those Heavenly Net's killers doing?"
"Those Heavenly Net's killers, what?"
"After several months, they still haven not succeeded?"
"Even now, she has already entered the Northern Region and is right at the front of Xiao Ling'er homeing-element>
"What are those killers doing?
"Several months have passed, they are now at the front of Xiao Ling'er, why have they not made a move yet."
"Even now, she is right at the front of Xiao Ling'er, Why have they not made a move yet."
"Even now, she has already entered the Northern Region and is right at the front of Xiao Ling'er, Why have they not made a move."
"Useless fools!" He couldn't help but curse loudly.
How infuriating!
The Three-Year Pact was not something to be proud of!
Although every major family had their 'dark side', if this matter were exposed, the Xiao Family's reputation would be utterly ruined.
Moreover, two Life Understanding in one family!
It was a stroke of heavenly luck.
But in the end, it led to two Life Understanding cultivators slaughtering each other...
If this got out, it would be equally laughable, and the entire Xiao Family would become a laughingstock!
The Xiao Family elders were also extremely frustrated.
"Pass down the order."
After cursing, Xiao Zhan angrily said, "Mobilize all our forces to search for that despicable maid's whereabouts. We must kill her before the Three-Year Pact begins!"
"Also, contact Heaven Net and question how they handled this!"
"Xiao Ling'er has already reached our doorstep, yet their assassins are still loitering in the Southwest Region?"
"A bunch of useless fools!"
"..."
Just then, an elder stood up, his face grim. "House Master, just a moment ago, Heaven Net contacted me, saying that they..."
Xiao Zhan: "?"
Elders: "?"
Soon after, they all laughed.
Xiao Zhan also smiled, "It seems I've wrongfully blamed Heaven Net."
"Their strength and intelligence capabilities are quite formidable."
"Xiao Ling'er had just stirred up trouble, and they swiftly eliminated her."
"It's fine now."
"This meeting is dismissed, and the previous arrangements will be..."
"House Master!"
The sixth elder's expression was peculiar as he continued, "I haven't finished speaking."
"Go on then! Don't keep us in suspense!" The person beside him, irritated, punched him and urged him to continue.
"They finally found an opportunity after a long search and killed the Moonseizing Sect's Xiao Ling'er with a fatal strike. However, they didn't expect the Moonseizing Sect to be prepared, so they couldn't escape unscathed after the assassination."
"At this moment, they are entangled with a Moonseizing Sect Great Power, trying to break free and escape back to the Northern Region."
His mouth twitched, and his eyes and mouth were crooked. "They also said... if they lose too many elite assassins, our Xiao Family should increase the mission reward."
Xiao Zhan: "?"
Xiao Family Elders: "What...what?!"
"Xiao Zhenxiong, have you lost your mind?!" Xiao Zhan rebuked, "What nonsense are you spouting?"
"Xiao Ling'er is clearly in the Northern Region, right at our doorstep in the Tianyuan Immortal Dynasty. Why are their assassins killing a Xiao Ling'er in the Moonseizing Sect? And they're trying to escape back to the Northern Region?"
"Xiao Ling'er is in the Northern Region. Where are they escaping to in the Northern Region?!"
"This...this isn't my fault, House Master."
Xiao Zhenxiong innocently said, "This is the information from Heaven Net."
Xiao Zhan: "..."
He took a deep breath, almost overwhelmed by the situation.
Then, a realization hit him, "So they're saying they just killed a Xiao Ling'er in the Southwest Region, at our doorstep?!"
Xiao Zhenxiong wryly smiled, "It seems so."
Xiao Zhan immediately cursed, "Then who the hell is the Xiao Ling'er at our doorstep?!"
"They killed the wrong person, those idiots!!!"
"Tell them they made a mistake, and they won't get away with it. Don't even think about getting a reward increase from me. Not a single Essence Stone will I give!"
"The deposit must be returned in full, or there will be consequences for the Xiao Family!"
Xiao Zhenxiong shrank his neck.
The Xiao Family can't afford to offend Heaven Net...
Seems like...
The Xiao Family isn't a match for Heaven Net.
"Why are you still standing there?"
"Are you deaf?!"
At Xiao Zhan's urging, Xiao Zhenxiong reluctantly contacted Heaven Net.
Soon, Heaven Net replied.
"House Master, Heaven Net has responded."
"What did they say?!"
"They...they said..."
"They didn't kill the wrong person. It was the Moonseizing Sect's genius, Xiao Ling'er, at the Fourth Stage of Cultivation...and there's no other Xiao Ling'er in the Moonseizing Sect. If they did kill the wrong person, it's because our information was inaccurate, not their mistake."
"Not a single Essence Stone will I give?!"
"The deposit must be returned in full, or there will be consequences for the Xiao Family!"
Xiao Zhenxiong shrank his neck.
The Xiao Family can't afford to offend Heaven Net...
Seems like...
The Xiao Family isn't a match for Heaven Net.
"Why are you still standing there?"
"Are you deaf?!"
At Xiao Zhan's urging, Xiao Zhenxiong reluctantly contacted Heaven Net.
Soon, Heaven Net replied.
"House Master, Heaven Net has responded."
"What did they say?!"
"They...they said..."
"They didn't kill the wrong person. It was the Moonseizing Sect's genius, Xiao Ling'er, at the Fourth Stage of Cultivation...and there's no other Xiao Ling'er in the Moonseizing Sect. If they did kill the wrong person, it's because our information was inaccurate, not their mistake."
"The deposit won't be refunded, and we need to pay the remaining fees. Otherwise, Heaven Net will take action and hunt down members of the Xiao Family until they acquire wealth equivalent to the remaining fees."
"What?!"
Damn it!
Xiao Zhan slammed his palm down, shattering the heavy jade table instantly. "This is outrageous!"
"It's...simply outrageous!"
At this moment, he was furious.
Heaven Net is a well-established Intelligence Organization, so they wouldn't lie about this. Perhaps they did kill the wrong person, but their response implies that the person they killed was indeed the only Xiao Ling'er from the Moonseizing Sect.
Then...
The Xiao Ling'er jumping around at our doorstep, who is she?
Isn't she from the Moonseizing Sect?
Xiao Zhenxiong grimly guessed, "Perhaps that maid concealed her identity when she joined the Moonseizing Sect."
"Or..."
"Maybe the initial information was wrong, and Xiao Ling'er isn't from the Moonseizing Sect?"
Another elder speculated, "Or maybe we've all been deceived, and they're diverting our attention! The Moonseizing Sect might just be a decoy!"
Xiao Zhan: "..."
He glared at the two elders angrily, furious.
Why are you telling me this?
It only makes you look smart and me stupid? Such a simple question, and I can't figure it out?
But by saying it out loud, you're making me look really dumb and foolish!
"Forget it!"
With a wave of his hand, he changed the topic. "Let's not argue with Heaven Net for now. The urgent matter is to find and kill Xiao Ling'er!"
"Otherwise, on the day of the Three-Year Pact, regardless of whether Xiao Jie fights or not, it won't bode well for the Xiao Family.
(End of Chapter)
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