"Seniors, I wonder if you can listen to me for a second?"
As soon as he finished speaking, three pairs of eyes shifted to Ling Xian. They were full of questions.
Against the three gentle yet stern gazes, Ling Xian's expression was calm. He grinned, "Seniors, you have invited me. Logically speaking, I should say yes. But I, Ling Xian, already have a Master. Please forgive me for not agreeing."
"Hmm?"
Instantly, the three of them frowned. The way they looked at Ling Xian turned cold.
Remember that every single one of them was a completion leveled powerhouse that was high above everyone else. The capabilities that they represented were even more terrifying. In the entire 36 islands, they could be considered as the most powerful force in the world!
Yet before their eyes, the three of them had personally invited him only to be rejected by Ling Xian. How could they not be angry?
However, they did not get angry right away. Because the person who rejected them was not a normal cultivator, but a powerhouse of the foundational level!
"Ling Xian, you really already have a Master?" Yu Qing Shuang frowned, feeling a headache coming on.
Lin Tian and Granny Hua were having a headache as well.
If this was any other cultivator, the three of them would've made a move right away and kidnapped him. But against Ling Xian, who was no weaker than them, they didn't dare to use violence.
Ling Xian's terrifying capabilities were something they all witnessed. Though his breathing was weak right now, they weren't sure if they could kidnap him.
If they let him escape, then all their previous efforts would be wasted. They would've also offended a Heaven's Favorite with a limitless future. This was something the three of them didn't want to see.
"Yes, I already have a Master."
Ling Xian nodded softly and grinned, "I appreciate your kindness. But I will never betray my Master. Therefore, I can only apologize to the three of you."
Yu Qing Shuang's brows were tightly locked together as he stared at Ling Xian. Realizing that he wasn't lying, he couldn't help but to sigh, "Aye, what a pity. It seems like the House of Wu Ji is not fated to be with you."
Granny Hua and Lin Tian exchanged glances and saw the helplessness in each other's eyes.
If Ling Xian had given them some other reason, then they would've continued to invite him. But after he said he already had a Master, they gave up on that thought.
Because even if they could convince Ling Xian, they wouldn't dare to accept someone who betrayed the Sect.
"Haha, I knew he wouldn't agree, so I didn't invite him at all." Yan Tian Nan laughed.
"They say that the older you get, the wiser you become. It seems like it is true." Yu Qing Shuang smiled helplessly.
"Of course. Do you think I've lived all these years in vain?" Yan Tian Nan stroked his beard. From the beginning, he didn't want to invite Ling Xian. Because the three of them had Houses behind them, while he had a Clan behind him.
However, he had a better plan.
"Ling Xian, I heard from Ning Zhi that you saved her life before?" Yan Tian Nan smiled kindly. However, the smile gave Ling Xian the feeling that it was a little flirtatious.
Ambiguous?
Ling Xian shuddered and quickly changed the topic, "To thank you seniors for your help, I have a small gift for you. I hope you will accept it."
As he spoke, he flicked his sleeve, and 20 sparkling and translucent purple lotus petals appeared in midair, emitting a refreshing fragrance.
"Petals of Enlightenment?"
Yu Qing Shuang exclaimed. The other three completion leveled cultivators were also shocked. They didn't think Ling Xian would have such a treasure!
"One, two, this … there are 20 of them!" Lin Tian's face was full of shock. He really didn't think Ling Xian would be so generous to take out so many of them!
Remember that these were rare Petals of Enlightenment. Even the top forces don't have many of them. Every single one of them is treated like a treasure and they don't easily show it to others.
As for them, they've only drunk it two or three times. This was why they were so surprised when they saw Ling Xian take out 20 Petals of Enlightenment.
Only after a long while did they regain their composure.
Yu Qing Shuang bitterly chuckled, "Ling Xian, you sure are generous. Are you really giving them to us?"
"Since I have taken them out, of course I am giving them to you seniors. There are 20 of them here, five for each of you to express my gratitude." Ling Xian softly grinned. It was as if he wasn't giving out precious Petals of Enlightenment, but cabbages that could be found anywhere.
"Five for each of you …"
Once again, they were stunned by this number. It wasn't that they were poor, it was that they have never seen so many Petals of Enlightenment.
Even though the market price of the Petals of Enlightenment was around one million spiritual stones, there was basically no supply for it. Unless it was a last resort, no cultivator would willingly exchange it for spiritual stones.
In the entire world, Ling Xian was probably the only cultivator who didn't think much of the Petals of Enlightenment.
"How is this a small gift? In my entire life, I have only drunk two Petals of Enlightenment. Yet you gave me five. The gap between us is far too big." Yu Qing Shuang bitterly chuckled. Though it appeared to be a bitter smile, it was actually full of joy.
The other three reacted the same way. The anger they felt at Ling Xian's rejection disappeared without a trace. Instead, it turned into joy.
Seeing this, Ling Xian flapped around his sleeve and divided the 20 Petals of Enlightenment into four portions and placed them into their hands.
Smelling the faint aroma of the Petals of Enlightenment, the four of them revealed a happy smile. They all felt like this trip was worth it.
Even though they didn't achieve their original goal, which was to recruit Ling Xian into their House, the five precious Petals of Enlightenment made them smile even brighter. They felt like they didn't waste their time.
Of course, this wasn't the most important thing. The most important thing was that they formed a good relationship with Ling Xian.
Seeing everyone's smile, Ling Xian's lips curled up. He paid his respect and said, "If that's the case, then I will bid my farewells."
"That's good. If you run into trouble in the future, or if you end up in the territory of the House of Wu Ji, remember to come find me." Yu Qing Shuang nodded and made a promise.
Lin Tian and Granny Hua did the same. They each made a similar promise to Yu Qing Shuang.
However, Yan Tian Nan's words were thought-provoking. He teasingly looked at Ling Xian and smiled, "Ling Xian, remember to come to the Yan Clan. There is a beauty waiting for you there."
Instantly, Yan Ning Zhi's face turned red. She punched Yan Tian Nan lightly, signaling him to shut up. However, out of the corner of her eyes, she was looking at Ling Xian with anticipation, hoping that he would talk about the Yan Clan.
"Haha, okay, I won't talk about it, I won't talk about it." Yan Tian Nan laughed out loud, confirming his guess.
"I …" Ling Xian smiled awkwardly. Facing Yan Ning Zhi's expectant gaze, he said, "Don't worry, when I have time, I will go."
Hearing this, Yan Ning Zhi was secretly ecstatic. Her lips curled up into a bright smile.
Seeing this, Yu Qing Shuang and the others suddenly realized something. They silently cursed at Yan Tian Nan, this old fox. He knew that he couldn't recruit Ling Xian, so he decided to recruit Ling Xian as his son-in-law. On the other hand, they were planning to report to the Headmaster and discuss with the few pearls of the House to see who would be willing to be the companion of a victor of the foundational level.
Who doesn't have beauties?
The three of them made up their minds to persuade the few pearls of the House when they get back.
"If that's the case, then I will bid my farewells."
Ling Xian paid his respect to them. In a flash, he headed in the southeast direction.
It was the direction of the Yun Clan.
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