Since Yi Yong wasn't around, Lu Xuan immediately sought out Song Jianbai, who was in charge of contacting the Nangong Family. Song Jianbai naturally wouldn't neglect Lu Xuan's request to meet with the Nangong Family. He immediately sent someone to inform the Nangong Family, but was stopped by Lu Xuan.
"This time, not only do I want to return the Nangong Family's inheritance to them, but I also want to discuss some matters with Nangong Lie. Jianbai, accompany me on this trip, there's no need to inform anyone else," Lu Xuan said.
"Yes, everything will be as special envoy says." Song Jianbai respectfully cupped his hands together. Lu Xuan discovered that the members of the Anying Hall were very particular about rules. Perhaps this was the reason why they were able to conceal themselves so well. A faint smile immediately appeared on his face as he followed Song Jianbai to the Nangong Family's encampment.
The Nangong Family's encampment was located in an extremely deep and serene valley. This place didn't receive any sunlight all year round and was extremely gloomy. If it wasn't for the Fire Forest's high temperature, it would have become incomparably humid and unsuitable for long periods of time.
Lu Xuan and the others stopped in front of a rock wall. If he didn't know that the Nangong Family was hiding here, Lu Xuan would never have imagined that the rock wall in front of him was formed by an illusory array. It seemed like the Nangong Family didn't lack experts who were proficient in the art of arrays.
He immediately coughed lightly and slightly cupped his hands towards the rock wall. "Nine Eastern Alliance's special envoy, Lu Xuan, has come to pay a visit to the Nangong Family."
Lu Xuan's voice slowly echoed in the valley. After about three breaths' time, the rock wall in front of them suddenly opened up a hole that was wide enough for three people to pass through. Two Nangong Family warriors dressed in martial arts attire walked out and returned Lu Xuan's greeting. "Please wait for a moment, special envoy. We have already sent someone to inform the Family Head."
The two men's tone was neither servile nor overbearing. They didn't display any respect for the Nine Eastern Alliance, nor did they put on airs. As expected of a large family, the Nangong Family's foundation could be seen from all aspects.
Lu Xuan smiled and nodded, "No problem."
Ao Ze, on the other hand, was a little indignant. He subconsciously swung the sledgehammer in his hand. Hmph, these guys don't know Master's true identity. Otherwise, they wouldn't dare to treat Master like this.
Very soon, the Nangong Clan received a response. A burst of laughter could be heard before the person was seen. Nangong Lie had actually personally come to welcome Lu Xuan.
As Nangong Lie appeared at the entrance of the cave, he smiled and cupped his hands in greeting, "Brother Lu has graced us with your presence. Please come in."
"Brother Nangong, you're exaggerating. I came here specifically to thank you," said Lu Xuan with a smile.
Nangong Lie's eyes narrowed slightly as he stared at Lu Xuan. His eyebrows couldn't help but twitch, and his heart was in turmoil. Although he already knew that Lu Xuan had benefited from the Fire Crystal Ball, he didn't expect that Lu Xuan's strength would leap from the Fifth Level to the Sixth Level of the Great Void Realm in one go!
Although he was shocked, Nangong Lie didn't show it on his face. Instead, he smiled and said, "Congratulations on your breakthrough, Brother Lu. I was right. Brother Lu's talent and opportunities are really enviable."
Lu Xuan smiled slightly. He was able to activate the Fire Crystal Ball and obtain the inheritance of the Fire Qilin. Most of the credit should be attributed to his bloodline power. Initially, Lu Xuan thought that it was his Fire Divine Rune that activated the Fire Crystal Ball. However, after seeing the Azure Dragon and the Fire Qilin, he realized that his Azure Dragon bloodline power was the key. If he didn't display the Azure Dragon bloodline power, the Fire Qilin's blood essence might not have been activated, let alone the Fire Qilin's shadow.
"Even the cleverest housewife can't cook without rice. Brother Nangong, your Fire Crystal Ball is the key. I promised to return it in three days, but half a month has passed since I was immersed in cultivation. I'm really ashamed. Now that I've woken up, I can't wait to return it to its owner."
"It doesn't matter. Anyway, the crystal ball has been in the Red Flame Palace for more than a year. Why would I care about a few days? Brother Lu, please come in."
After the two exchanged greetings, Nangong Lie signaled Lu Xuan to come in. He also understood that Lu Xuan's visit this time was not as simple as returning the Fire Crystal Ball.
Stepping into the valley from the cave in the rock wall, Lu Xuan could clearly feel that the temperature had increased a lot. Perhaps it was because he had obtained a part of the inheritance of the Fire Qilin, but Lu Xuan felt closer to the aura of the raging flames. This level of temperature made him feel extremely comfortable.
Although the sparrow was small, it had all the essentials. This phrase was the most suitable to describe the current base of the Nangong Family. It could be seen that this place was quite simple, especially when compared to the former headquarters of the Nangong Family, the Red Flame Palace. However, everything seemed to be in order. There were many caves in the valley, and the scale was almost the same. Presumably, the warriors of the Nangong Family had been living in these caves for the past year.
Nangong Lie looked at Lu Xuan and said with a chuckle, "This place is really a little simple. However, the conditions are difficult, and there is nothing we can do. I hope Brother Lu doesn't mind."
"Brother Nangong, there is no need to say that. I admire all of you very much. Even in such a situation, you are still able to maintain your fighting spirit and unite together. This kind of method and ability really makes me blush with shame." Lu Xuan praised, "After you go to Jiuhua Alliance, I will definitely find a better environment for all of you."
Nangong Lie thanked Lu Xuan with a smile. He then led Lu Xuan into the cave that he lived in. Upon entering the cave, he discovered that it was a completely different world. Rather than calling it a cave, it was more like a stone chamber. He could see that there were many doors in the stone chamber. There was a training room, a guest room, and an even larger stone chamber, which seemed more like a place to discuss matters.
After they sat down, Lu Xuan didn't delay. He took out the Flaming Crystal Ball and handed it to Nangong Lie. Nangong Lie's eyes narrowed slightly. He noticed that this time, Lu Xuan didn't use any other method to hold the Flaming Crystal Ball. Instead, he held it directly in his hand. This meant that Lu Xuan wasn't afraid of the heat from the Flaming Crystal Ball. Last time, Lu Xuan couldn't withstand the force at all …
Nangong Lie reached out and took the Flaming Crystal Ball. Without a doubt, he could also hold it directly.
Lu Xuan reminded him, "Brother Nangong, please inspect it carefully. If it's damaged, I'll feel guilty."
To be honest, Lu Xuan wasn't too sure. After the Fire Qilin phantom appeared, everything was out of his control. He didn't know if the Fire Qilin would affect the Flame Crystal Ball to a certain extent after obtaining such a huge benefit.
Nangong Lie smiled and activated a secret technique. A strand of Yuan Power was injected into the Flaming Crystal Ball. The crystal ball immediately flashed with a fiery red light.
"Brother Lu, don't worry. Everything is in good condition. Our Nangong family's heirloom isn't that easily damaged," Nangong Lie said.
"That's good." Lu Xuan let out a sigh of relief. After a pause, he turned to Ao Ze and Song Jianbai and said, "Ao Ze, Jianbai, you two go wait outside. I have something to discuss with Brother Nangong."
The two immediately left. The smile on Nangong Lie's face gradually disappeared. He returned the Flaming Crystal Ball and dismissed his subordinates. Lu Xuan was going to talk business.
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