"Brother Tian?" Yu BingYan looked at Ling Tian suspiciously, "What's wrong with you? Why are you smiling so wretchedly? Are you sick? "
"Eh?" Ling Tian regained his senses and swallowed a mouthful of saliva with his eyes wide open, "Nonsense! How is this young noble wretched? Little lass, if you don't know how to speak then don't spout nonsense. It's too damaging to this young noble's image. "
Yu BingYan pouted and mumbled, "Your birthday is only a few days older than mine. Why are you always taking advantage of your seniority to call me a little lass? I'm almost seventeen. Right, Brother Tian, I've asked you a few times already. How old are you?!"
Ling Tian's mouth twitched, "Why are you asking this? In any case, you should know that I'm your Brother Tian. Little lasses like such boring things. Don't tell me that your Brother Tian's literary talent isn't better than those western gingers? "
Yu BingYan pouted even higher. "Sister Chen and I naturally know. But other than us, it seems like no one else knows. I just want to let the world know that Brother Tian is the most outstanding person in the world. He is the number one genius in the world." She then shook his head twice. "Is that okay? Brother Tian! "Her coquettish voice caused Ling Tian's body to tremble and he almost raised his hands in surrender.
"Prince Ling, so you also received it. Are you planning to go?!" A gentle female voice sounded from the entrance of the courtyard. The three of them turned around and saw that it was Xiao YanXue. She was dressed in a light yellow robe and had a smile on her face as she stood at the entrance of the courtyard. Flying in the wind, her robe and hair fluttered in the wind, making her look like a fairy riding on the waves.
A look of shock flashed past Ling Tian's eyes, "It's you? Miss Xiao, why are you here? "
Yu BingYan, who was waiting for Ling Tian's reply with a heart full of hope, immediately noticed the flash of surprise in Ling Tian's eyes. She could not help but let out a low snort and stomped her feet in anger.
Xiao YanXue looked at Ling Tian with a complicated look in her eyes. There seemed to be a trace of disgust as well as shock and disbelief. How could the Xiao family not know that Ling Tian had shaken the entire Sky Bearing Empire? Only now did he know that Ling Tian's strength was truly unfathomable. It turned out that his grandfather Xiao FengHan's instructions were not empty words!
Originally, if Ling Tian was only good at martial arts, it would be fine. The Xiao family had always valued wealth and power, and they were confident that "money is omnipotent". If Ling Tian was only a brave man, he might not be able to enter Miss Xiao's eyes. However, in the past few days, the Ling family had made a strong move. They had formed an "alliance" with the Nangong family and used thunderous methods to eliminate internal threats. Naturally, the Ling family's power had increased again. The power of the Ling Tian skipped the "God of War" and the "Goddess of Wealth". How could it not be shocking and admirable?
However, Ling Tian had always been known as the number one silkpants in the Sky Bearing Empire since he was young. How magnanimous did he have to be to be able to bear it? At such a young age, he was obviously talented and had outstanding abilities. However, he was willing to bear the shame of the world just to endure it. What was the reason for that? If he did not have a magnanimous heart, how would he be able to endure it? Now that heroes from all over the world were gathered here, it was a crucial moment for the situation to change. However, he suddenly displayed his strength at such a crucial moment. What was the reason for that? How could it not be thought-provoking?!
Seeing Ling Tian again today, Xiao YanXue's mind was suddenly filled with countless positive and negative emotions. She could faintly feel that under the calm expression of this young man in front of her, there were definitely more secrets hidden! Right now, Xiao YanXue had the urge to uncover all of Ling Tian's secrets and see what was going on. With regards to all these questions, Xiao YanXue was filled with curiosity!
After all, Xiao YanXue was the leader of this generation of the Xiao family. She quickly reined in her complicated thoughts and returned to her senses. She patted the invitation card on her left hand and smiled, "This little sister has also received this. However, I am afraid that I will embarrass myself in front of everyone and am extremely nervous. Thinking about how sister Ling Chen is extremely talented and is the number one female scholar among the ladies, how can I not make use of such a ready-made expert? Thus, I wanted to invite sister Ling Chen to go with me to strengthen my reputation."
Ling Tian smiled, "But I have also received it. Ling Chen will naturally have to accompany me. As a woman, I don't think it's good for a woman to accompany another woman instead of her own husband, right? "
Xiao YanXue snorted and felt a wave of anger. Ling Chen's fairy-like character had actually become a vulgar 'woman' in his mouth. Hearing this made her feel extremely awkward. Xiao YanXue, who was already feeling aggrieved for Ling Chen in her heart, couldn't help but feel even more uneasy. She couldn't help but mock, "Oh, this little sister has been too rash. I originally thought that with Prince Ling's talent, he wouldn't have received an invitation card. Who would have thought that this scholarly meet would even be able to invite such an expert like young master. It is indeed impressive … Hahaha … "
What she meant was, "Who would have thought that such an ignorant and incompetent debauchee like you would actually receive an invitation card to the scholarly meet? This is simply inconceivable!" Even though Xiao YanXue now knew that Ling Tian wasn't a simple debauchee, and was even more intelligent than others. His martial arts had already reached an extremely high level, but she still didn't think that he would have much knowledge. After all, how many people in this world could be so well-versed in both the pen and the sword?
The three of them could clearly hear the ridicule in her words. Ling Tian naturally didn't bat an eyelid. Ling Chen's eyes flashed with anger, but after all, she had been under Ling Tian's tutelage for many years. Her mental state was a cut above the rest, and she quickly regained her composure.
On the other hand, Yu BingYan couldn't take it anymore. Even though the Xiao family was the world's number one financial magnate, and their influence couldn't be said to be weak, but how could a so-called 'nouveau riche' family compare to the strength of the Tamago's thousand-year-old martial arts family? Even though Xiao YanXue was the darling of the Xiao family, Yu BingYan was also the only daughter of the Tamago's huge family, the little princess! If it was purely based on status, she could only be higher than Xiao YanXue. How could she tolerate Xiao YanXue slandering her sweetheart in front of her?
With a cold snort, Yu BingYan said, "With Miss Xiao's talent and stunning beauty, you naturally have countless flower protectors by your side. Don't tell me that you still need Sister Chen's help?" The meaning behind her words was not polite at all, and she was mocking Xiao YanXue for being ostentatious.
Xiao YanXue didn't get angry at all. She smiled slightly and said, "This little sister's appearance is ugly. How could I dare to be mentioned in the same breath as the Jade Princess?"
Until now, Yu BingYan had always appeared in disguise, and no one had ever seen her true appearance. Even Ling Tian was no exception. Xiao YanXue's retort was clearly mocking her for being ugly! How could Yu BingYan not understand? She was so angry that her eyes turned red. With a heavy snort, she turned around and went back into the house, never to come out again.
Ling Tian's face instantly turned cold. His eyes coldly sized up Xiao YanXue, causing her to feel uneasy. He said, "Miss Xiao, your talent and appearance are gifts from your parents. You should not be compared like this. Not only are you dirtying other people's ears, you are also dirtying your own tongue. Please conduct yourself with dignity."
Xiao YanXue's face turned red as she apologized, "I went a little overboard. I'm sorry." The moment the words left her mouth, she felt that she had gone overboard. If Yu BingYan's original appearance was like this, then her words would have greatly hurt her heart. Calling her ugly in front of her sweetheart, which girl would be able to endure it?
Ling Tian didn't expect that a spoiled missy like her would actually admit her mistake. He couldn't help but feel a little surprised. He looked at her and said lightly, "Forget it. Does Miss still have other matters?!"
This was already the intention of sending the guest off! If not for Xiao YanXue's unexpected apology, Ling Tian would probably have directly sent her away!
Xiao YanXue felt that she didn't have the face to stay any longer and said, "If Prince Ling attends the Smoky Thea Banquet, you can come to the Xiao family's Bright Light Pavilion to receive us. This little sister will take her leave."
While the Smoky Thea Tower had arranged for the various aristocratic families to stay in, they didn't make any special arrangements for the Ling family and Yang Family. If that was the case, wouldn't Ling Tian have to squeeze into the crowd like a spectator? Thus, she suggested that Ling Tian go to the Xiao family with good intentions. After saying that, she bowed with a smile and took her leave.
Ling Tian looked at her back with a smile that wasn't a smile and said slowly, "Thank you for Miss Xiao's good intentions. However, the Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion belongs to the Ling family."
It's actually the Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion?! The Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion that was never open to outsiders!
Xiao YanXue originally thought that the Smoky Thea Tower had prepared for the various aristocratic families to stay in Sky Bearing or that the Imperial Family had funded the Smoky Thea Tower to allow the various aristocratic families to stay in Sky Bearing for free. After all, the various aristocratic families would stay in Sky Bearing for a long time and their expenses were not cheap. Thus, the highest grade Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion that was never opened to the various aristocratic families would definitely be reserved for the Imperial Family. However, she never expected that it was actually prepared for the Ling family! If that was the case, what would the members of the Imperial Family do if they wanted to participate? What did the actions of the Ling family represent?! Were they above the Imperial Family?!
Xiao YanXue who was about to leave suddenly stopped in her tracks and turned her back to Ling Tian. Without turning around, she asked, "Prince Ling, that night … was it you?"
This sentence came out of nowhere but both Ling Tian and Ling Chen understood the meaning behind it. Xiao YanXue was obviously asking if he was the one who saved her that night.
Xiao YanXue waited for a long while but did not hear any reply. When she turned around, there was already no one behind her. A complicated expression appeared on her face as she bit her lips lightly. After thinking for a while, she stomped her feet and left.
Since ancient times, there was no first place in literature and no second place in martial arts. This scholarly meet of the XiMen Family could be said to have caused a huge commotion in Sky Bearing. Not to mention the various young masters and ladies of the various aristocratic families, Ling Jian personally sent a message from the Ling House saying that those little fellows were also interested in the scholarly meet and wanted to join in the fun.
When Ling Tian received this news, he did not know whether to laugh or cry. Ling Chen even doubled over in laughter. A scholarly meet, what are you bunch of assassins trying to join in the fun for? Even if you guys are literate and have some ink, you are still far from being scholarly, right?! (To be continued, if you want to know what will happen next, please go to www.qidian.com, there are more chapters. Support the author, support legal reading!)
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