Chapter 1115: Blood Jade Token
Ling Quanβs expression had become quite ugly as he looked at the young man standing there emitting a majestic aura.
βFour star Dou Zong?β
Ling Quanβs eyes were gloomy as he stared at Xiao Yan. His heart was filled with disbelief. When he had seen Xiao Yan at the Inner Academy back then, Xiao Yan only had the strength of a Dou Ling. At that time, Xiao Yan did not even possess the qualifications to meet his eyes. If not for the presence of First Elder Su Qian back then, he would have definitely given Xiao Yan a memory that he would not forget.
However, Ling Quan had never expected this trash of the Xiao clan to reach the Dou Zong class when they finally met again after only a short few years! Moreover, Xiao Yan was only one star weaker than him. How could Ling Quan not be stunned by this vast difference?
While Ling Quanβs expression was gloomy, Xiao Yanβs eyes slowly swept across him. Immediately, the corner of his mouth was lifted into a slight smile that was filled with a chill. Back then, this fellow had wanted to fight him when fetching Xun Er. If First Elder Su Qian had not intervened back then, the result would have been an unimaginable one. Even though the two of them did not exchange blows back then, Xiao Yan firmly remembered this Ling Quan in his heart. The ridicule that Ling Quan had given him back then was something that he had firmly remembered in his heart.
Xiao Yan was not some magnanimous person. Back then, Ling Quan had humiliated him when he was still weak. This person even wanted to murder him toward the end. This point alone was enough to make sure Xiao Yan never forgot himβ¦
βHee hee, it is unexpected that the Xiao clan, which has declined to such an extent, is able to produce an expert Dou Zong. This has really surprised this commanderβ¦β
Ling Quan looked at Xiao Yan in a dark and solemn manner for a moment before he coldly laughed.
βThere is no need for commander Ling Quan to spend the effort. Who can clearly speak about such things? Back then, I was only a Dou Ling when you met me. A couple of years later, it will perhaps be difficult to determine who is the stronger or weaker oneβ¦β Xiao Yan slightly smiled as he replied.
Ling Quan also shook his head upon hearing the ridicule in Xiao Yanβs tone. He coldly laughed, βA villain achieving his goal. However, you have only reached a four star Dou Zong, yet you dare to act arrogantly in front of this commander? In my eyes, you are little different from the you back then.β
Although Xiao Yan was weaker than him by only one star, Ling Quan was confident he could completely defeat Xiao Yan if they were to fight. This confidence was not without reason. After all, the training that Ling Quan had received in the Gu clan along with the Qi Method and Dou Skills he practiced were all top notch. He really did not believe that he, who had undergone such an elite training, would be weaker than the trash, Xiao Yan, who had to learn everything himself!
βHowever, in my eyes, the current you is nothingβ¦β Xiao Yan smiled as he replied. He possessed an extreme dislike for this Ling Quan. Moreover, it was perhaps due to Xiao Yanβs hatred for Ling Quan having accumulated since back then, but now that Xiao Yan had met this fellow again, it was really difficult for Xiao Yan to be nice to him even with his self-control.
A denseness gradually surfaced on Ling Quanβs handsome face because of Xiao Yanβs rude words. His gloomy eyes bore into Xiao Yan as a killing intent flashed across them.
Xiao Yanβs expression did not change even a little even with Ling Quanβs cold-eyed glare. He looked at the other party. His dark-black eyes revealed a chill surging withinβ¦
The two of them faced each other and two majestic auras slowly saturated. There was a vague killing intent. It was obvious that these two people were not good friends from the moment they metβ¦
βLing Quan!β
Xun Erβs pretty face turned slightly cold while she cried out. She appeared to have sensed the partially present killing intent within Ling Quanβs eyes.
After being shouted at in this stern manner by Xun Er, even Ling Quan did not dare to slight her. He hurriedly withdrew his eyes, bowed, and cupped his hands to Xun Er. However, the dense killing intent within his eyes became more intense when he lowered his head. Xun Er had shouted because of Xiao Yan. This caused his heart to feel an extreme anger. Of course, he naturally did not dare to place this fury on Xun Er. Therefore, Xiao Yan had become the best target for his angerβ¦
βYoung miss, the Elders sternly told us before we left that we must bring young miss back to the Gu Realm without wasting even half a dayβs time. If anyone dares to stop us, we are allowed to kill them regardless who they are!β Ling Quan cupped his hands and respectfully explained. However, after speaking, his dangerous eyes slowly drifted toward Xiao Yan.
βXun Er, are you leaving?β
Xiao Yan by the side was startled when he heard this. He ignored Ling Quanβs gaze as he glanced at Xun Er with a slight frown.
Xun Er hesitated for a moment before nodding her head. This period of time was when her bloodline was awakening. The members of the clan would definitely be worried of her being outside. If she did not return this time around, it was likely that the true experts from the clan would personally come the next time. At that time, some unexpected changes might occur if they were to meet Xiao Yan. This was not something that she wished to see.
Xun Er took a couple of steps and arrived in front of Xiao Yan. Her warm hands adjusted Xiao Yanβs somewhat messy clothes as she softly said, βI cannot remain outside for too long this time around. Otherwise, I will end up bringing some trouble to Xiao Yan ge-ge. Once Xiao Yan ge-ge has resolved his issues, you should be in possession of the ability to come to the Gu clan. Xun Er will wait for youβ¦β
Xiao Yanβs eyes focused on the girl in front of him, whose pretty face revealed some attachment. He was quiet for a moment before slowly nodding. After all, he was not an unreasonable person. Xun Er had been doing everything for his sake. If he were to insist, he would really have let her down.
βWait for meβ¦β
Xiao Yan ignored those around him as he grabbed Xun Erβs jade-like waist and whispered to her.
A faint, bright redness surfaced on Xun Erβs elegant face as she lowered her snow-white chin.
βRelease young miss!β
Ling Quanβs eyes were red as he looked at Xun Er, who was being exceptionally intimate with Xiao Yan. The jealousy within his heart had nearly covered his sense of reasoning. He had always viewed Xun Er like a goddess in his heart. He did not allow others to taint her, yet the goddess in his heart had revealed the emotions of a girl to Xiao Yan, a complete reversal of her usually cold and indifferent attitude in the Gu clan. How could this not cause Ling Quan to become as furious as a wild beast?
βLing Quan, remember your status! The matters regarding young miss are something you cannot scream out loud!β
The face of the black-clothed elder by the side sank as he reprimanded Ling Quan.
βLing Quan knows his offense!β
Ling Quanβs face trembled upon being reprimanded by the black-clothed, old man. He immediately inhaled a deep breath and the redness in his eyes gradually disappeared. However, his eyes were dark and cold when he looked at Xiao Yan.
βLetβs go.β
Xun Er appeared to have completely ignored Ling Quanβs voice. She took a deep look at Xiao Yan before gently taking a step back. After which, she turned around and left. Her elegant face returned to its cold and indifferent appearance when she passed by Ling Quan. Her clam and completely rippleless voice caused Ling Quanβs fist to tighten.
Xun Er bunched her eyebrows together after her voice sounded. She looked at the stiff and unmoving body of Ling Quan by the side. Her face became a little chilly as she solemnly questioned, βCommander Ling Quan?β
Ling Quan inhaled a deep breath of air upon hearing Xun Erβs deep voice. His eyes were dark and vicious as he looked at Xiao Yan. However, he ended up slowly shaking his head as he said, βYoung miss, please leave first. Ling Quan still has a task by the Elders to carry out.β
Xun Erβs expression changed upon hearing his words. She suddenly turned around and her cool eyes focused on Ling Quan. She said each word with a pause, βI have said, now, immediately, leave this place!β
Ling Quan clenched his teeth tightly, but ended up shaking his head again.
βLing Quan, you are really becoming bolderβ¦β
The faces of the black-clothed elders slowly turned dark and grave when they saw him shake his head. They took a step forward in unison. A frightening aura covered Ling Quan!
The dozen plus people who had followed Ling Quan here faced each other upon seeing this unexpected change. However, they did not dare to say anything. Ling Quan was their superior while Xun Er possessed a noble status. At this moment, choosing to be blind and deaf was the best option.
Ling Quanβs knees buckled slightly in the face of the frightening aura from the two black-clothed elders. However, he forcefully endured it. His dark and solemn eyes stared firmly at Xiao Yan, causing one to shudder even without feeling cold. The more Xun Er shouted at him because of Xiao Yan, the greater the density of the jealousy in his heart. This jealously had even caused his reasoning to become blurryβ¦
The Little Fairy Doctor and the others by the side also knit their brows when they saw this unexpected development. However, they did not say anything. After all, this was a matter of the Gu clan, it was best if an outsider did not interfere. However, she could also tell that this person called Ling Quan seemed to hate Xiao Yan. She had already made up her mind. If this person were to obediently leave, he could consider himself lucky. If he foolishly attempted to do something, she would let him understand that regardless of whether or not the Gu clan was terrifying, this Ling Quan did not possess the qualification to scream in front of Xiao Yan!
βOld Lin, capture him and bring him back!β
Xun Erβs face had gradually turned ice-cold. She waved her sleeves and coldly ordered.
βAcknowledged!β
The two black-clothed elders respectfully responded upon hearing this. They took a step forward and were about to attack when Ling Quan suddenly took two steps back. A flash appeared over his hand and a palm-sized, blood-red jade tablet appeared in it. There was a flamboyant βGuβ word written on it!
βGu Jade Token?β
The two black-clothed elders paused their footsteps upon seeing this blood-red jade token. Their faces suddenly changed.
βYoung miss, it is not that Ling Quan refuses to listen to your orders, but I have received a firm order!β
Ling Quanβs hand firmly held the blood-red jade token. His eyes were unusually dense and cold when he stared at Xiao Yan. The smile on the corner of his mouth appeared exceptionally sinister.
βThe Elders have given me a serious order. If I meet a member of the Xiao clan during this trip, I am to invite him back to the Gu clan for a gathering! If the other party refuses, I have the right to use force to forcefully remove him. Therefore, Xiao Yan, you should obediently leave with me!β
Ling Quanβs chilly voice slowly resounded within the courtyard, causing the temperature of this place to become unusually coldβ¦
(TL: The token is like an item that can be used to order certain groups of people around)