After a while, Ji Tianxing followed Xiao Han into the main hall of Tingfeng Garden.
The guard went to report the news, and the two of them sat down in the main hall to drink tea and wait patiently.
Not long after, the guard returned with a white-haired old man in a white robe.
The old man was six feet tall, and his body was a little stooped. He held a walking stick in his hand, and his footsteps were a little unsteady.
His face was withered and aged, and he looked like he had one foot in the grave and was on the verge of death.
His weathered face was full of wrinkles, and his sunken eyes were a little dim. The aura of his magic power was also faintly discernible and very dim.
Ji Tianxing could see that this old man was originally a Transcendent expert in the Spirit Refinement Realm.
However, the old man was already old, and his body was plagued with internal injuries and hidden illnesses. His vitality was withered, and his soul power was weak. He did not have much time left.
Seeing the old man in this state, Xiao Han immediately stood up with an expression of disbelief, and called out in a worried tone.
"Third Uncle! Your injuries … did they relapse? "
As he spoke, he quickly went up and helped the white-haired old man to the main seat.
The white-haired old man was the Third Elder. After he slowly sat down, his withered face squeezed out a smile, and he looked kindly at Xiao Han. He nodded and said, "Xiao Han, you're finally back!
I haven't seen you for more than twenty years, and you haven't changed at all. Seeing that you're getting better and better, this old man is relieved. Cough, cough, cough … "
As he spoke, the Third Elder coughed violently.
He used a handkerchief to cover his mouth, and a dark red bloodstain could be seen on the white handkerchief. It was a shocking sight.
Xiao Han became more and more worried and hurriedly asked, "Third Uncle, you've been recuperating in the clan all this time. Why did your injuries relapse and worsen? Did something happen? "
The Third Elder forced out a kind smile and waved his hand. "Nothing happened, it's just that I'm old and weak, and I can't take it anymore …"
Before he could finish, the guard beside him couldn't help but mutter, "Third Elder's body isn't good to begin with, and when the clan needs a set of Six Directions magic treasure, Third Elder can only work hard to refine it, and because of this, his vitality is greatly damaged.
Yet, those young masters and young ladies keep begging Third Elder to refine magic treasures for them so that they can get a good ranking in the Holy Fire Festival examination … "
This guard was the captain of the Tingfeng Garden's guards and a trusted aide of the Third Elder. Of course, he knew the real reason.
He was very clear about the Third Elder's injuries and situation. He was worried and angry, so he couldn't help but say it.
The moment Xiao Han heard, he immediately frowned and said with a face full of anger, "This bunch of little brats are seriously too outrageous! In order to fight for a chance to leave the Xiao Clan, he actually came up with such a method!
No wonder Third Uncle's injuries worsened … What are the names of those brats? I'll go and settle the score with their elders! "
The guard quickly replied, "There's Young Master Xiao Chong from the second branch and Young Miss Xiao Xue from the fifth branch …"
Without waiting for him to finish, the Third Elder raised his hand and interrupted him. "Shut up! The younger generation of disciples are working hard to cultivate. Isn't it to see the outside world?
These little brats are all very outstanding. How can I bear to reject them?
Xiao Han, don't pursue this matter anymore. Let them be. "
"Third Uncle! But your body … "Xiao Han was still angry and refused to give up.
The Third Elder lightly shook his head and said, "Let's not talk about this matter anymore! Xiao Han, you haven't introduced this person beside you to me. This is … "
As he spoke, he turned his head to look at Ji Tianxing and a kind smile appeared on his old face.
Xiao Han quickly introduced, "Third Uncle, this is the Young Master Ji that I mentioned in the letter. The Emperor's most valued Tianchen Region Lord and the most outstanding Prince in the Monarch's Mansion!"
Ji Tianxing cupped his hands and bowed to the Third Elder. He said, "Junior Ji Tianxing greets Third Elder."
The Third Elder's eyes instantly lit up. He nodded happily and said, "Good! As expected of the number one genius of the human race. What a heroic and extraordinary genius! "
Ji Tianxing smiled kindly and said modestly, "Third Elder is too kind."
The Third Elder leaned on his walking stick and said earnestly to Xiao Han, "Xiao Han, although everyone knows Young Master Ji's identity, you can't mention it to anyone else in the Xiao clan.
Regarding the matter of meeting the Old Ancestor, the other clan elders were against it.
I tried my best to get everyone's agreement and allowed you to meet the Old Ancestor. "
Xiao Han nodded to show that he understood. He said, "Thank you, Third Uncle. We've troubled you."
The Third Elder waved his hand and said, "However, the Old Ancestor will only meet you after the Holy Fire Festival.
For the next few days, you can stay in the Tingfeng Garden and have a good rest. "
After that, the Third Elder ordered the guard beside him, "Bring them to the guest room."
Xiao Han could only bow and take his leave. He brought Ji Tianxing out of the hall and followed the guard to the guest room in the side courtyard.
After Xiao Han and Ji Tianxing left, the Third Elder couldn't help but cough a few times. His dry face became even more sallow.
At this moment, another guard rushed to the entrance of the hall and reported respectfully, "Third Elder, Young Master Chen and Young Miss Ling 'er have returned. They are outside the hall and are asking to see you."
When the Third Elder heard this, he quickly wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and said calmly, "Let them in."
That guard turned and left. Soon, he brought a young man and a young woman into the hall.
This young man and woman were Xiao Chen and Xiao Ling 'er.
After the two entered the hall, they stood in front of the Third Elder and bowed obediently with a smile on their faces.
"Chen 'er greets Third Elder!"
"Ling 'er greets Third Grandpa!"
The Third Elder looked at the two of them kindly and nodded slightly. He said with a gratified tone, "The two of you are finally back. Fortunately, you are safe and sound … Did you find the Cloud-Spotted Beast?"
Hearing this, Xiao Ling 'er's expression changed. She asked subconsciously, "Third Grandpa, how did you know that we went to find the Cloud-Spotted Beast?"
The Third Elder stroked his white beard and said with a smile, "Do you think I don't know what you are thinking? Those little fellows came to me to refine magic treasures. How could you sit still?
Two days ago, I knew that the two of you went out, so I asked the guard to ask around. Naturally, I found out everything.
The Cloud-Spotted Beast is a powerful demonic beast with the strength of a Soul Refinement Realm cultivator. The two of you were able to return safely. Could it be that you didn't even find the Cloud-Spotted Beast? "
Xiao Chen said with excitement and anticipation, "Third Elder, we have already …"
Xiao Ling 'er glared at him when he was halfway through his words.
Then, she pretended to be disappointed and nodded. She said to the Third Elder, "Third Grandpa, you guessed right again. The Cloud-Spotted Beast is so powerful. How could we find it so easily?"
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