It was nighttime.
Xiao Yan was seated cross-legged on the bed within a certain somewhat remote inn in Xuan City. Following the rotation of his thoughts, threads of mixed energy would appear from the surrounding empty space. They would follow Xiao Yan's breathing and enter his body. Xiao Yan's eyes were closed as he sat cross-legged in a certain remote inn within Xuan City.
During the day, Xiao Yan had learned about the strength of the Lin Family as well as Xu Yao's background during the conversation with Zhuang Zhong. Xiao Yan adopted the attitude of not offending anyone who did not offend him. What happened during the day could only be considered as Lin Ran asking for it. If it was possible, Xiao Yan did not want to cause too much trouble.
As for Xu Yao, Xiao Yan had never placed her in his eyes since the beginning. At the end of the day, she was just an unruly girl. Forget about the fact that her grandfather was Xu Songming, even if it was another person, Xiao Yan would not be afraid of him.
However, what made Xiao Yan feel most regretful was that he did not obtain much valuable information regarding the Fire Plume Flower.
Just like what Zhuang Zhong had said, what he knew was also what everyone in Xuan City knew. After leaving the Alchemist Association, Xiao Yan had also inquired around the city. However, the information that he finally obtained was not much different from what Zhuang Zhong had said.
Helpless, Xiao Yan could only return to the inn. Since he had nowhere to go, he might as well train in peace.
Currently, there was only one day left before the auction began. Rather than wasting unnecessary time, Xiao Yan decided to have a good rest and get rid of the fatigue from the past half a month of hard traveling in order to prepare for the upcoming auction.
The two large clans would send people to participate in the auction this time around. As a precaution, Xiao Yan had no choice but to be extra careful. Even with the help of the Force Elephant Skill, it did not mean that Xiao Yan could really fight against a Dou Di. Moreover, Xuan City was the territory of the two large clans. If something were to happen, the speed at which the other party mobilized the strong people would be much faster than him defeating them. Therefore, Xiao Yan had no choice but to constantly be in peak condition.
While Xiao Yan was peacefully training, at this moment, in a vast courtyard in the city, a number of figures were sitting in a large hall. Among them, there were three men and one woman. The one sitting in the leader's seat was a middle-aged man. The other three were seated separately. The atmosphere in the hall was a little solemn.
"Lin Ran, before this old man left, I handed Yao Yao to you and told you to protect her well. At that time, you righteously replied that you would not let her suffer the slightest bit of harm. But look now, my granddaughter has actually been ruthlessly slapped by someone. Is this the promise you made to this old man? Hmph! "
In the large hall, an old man in a brocade robe with an old face and white hair was gloomily staring at Lin Ran, who was sitting across from him. His pair of shady old eyes had a stern expression. At the same time that he spat out those words, he tightly held a walking stick in his hand and heavily slammed it on the ground in front of his feet. Immediately, a powerful force spread out. The ground in front of the old man's feet immediately shattered. Numerous spiderweb-like cracks swiftly spread out.
As the old man's words fell, a pretty young lady wrapped in a red dress beside the old man suddenly lay on the square table at the side and began to cry loudly.
The appearance of this scene caused the old man's expression to become even more gloomy. The fury in his shady old eyes that were staring at Lin Ran became even more intense.
Hearing the old man's furious rebuke, Lin Ran's face also turned green. He violently clenched his teeth and his heart was filled with unwillingness.
"Master, today's matter is indeed my fault. It's all that stinking brat's fault. His strength is above mine and I'm not his match at all …"
"Hmph, you're not his match. Don't tell me that Lin Quan isn't his match either? In this old man's opinion, you simply wanted to see my Yao Yao suffer! "
"Master, it's not what you think. It's …"
"Enough! You don't have to explain too much about this matter. This old man will handle it myself. Also, from now on, you don't have to call me master! "
After an angry rebuke, the old man did not wait for Lin Ran's words to finish before interrupting him. His nose let out a heavy cold snort, and the expression on his old face became indifferent. His figure stood up from the chair, lifted the walking stick in his hand, and was about to walk out of the hall.
Seeing this scene, the faces of Lin Ran and the middle-aged man who had been sitting on the main seat changed. The two of them hurriedly looked at each other. Immediately after, just as the old man was about to step out of the hall with the young lady in red dress, Lin Ran suddenly shouted loudly, "Brother Lin Ran,
"Master, it's not that I don't want to take action, but that fellow is also a rank three alchemist. Moreover, he seems to be a member of the Alchemist Alliance!"
"Ta …"
Just as Lin Ran's words sounded out, the old man's foot, which was about to step out of the hall, paused in mid-air. After which, he withdrew his foot. At the same time, the old man's body suddenly turned. His pair of shady old eyes were sharp and his gaze instantly landed on Lin Ran's body.
"What did you say?!"
The old man's tone was low and deep. At the same time that the anger in his heart rose, a serious feeling also rose spontaneously.
"That brat doesn't look very old, but the Spiritual Strength that he possesses is not something that I can compare to. That kind of powerful Spiritual Strength, disciple has only felt it on Master's body, so disciple can be sure that that guy is definitely a rank three alchemist!"
"But on what basis do you say that he is a member of the Alchemist Alliance!"
The old man's tone was fierce. It was fine if it was just an unorthodox person, but if the other party was a member of the Alchemist Alliance, under the same roof, it would be much more troublesome to take action against him.
"Master, you should understand that he is so young and is also a rank three alchemist. I really can't think of any other faction besides the Alchemist Alliance that can groom him."
"Humph! Even if he is a member of my Alchemist Alliance, my granddaughter, Xu Songming, is not someone that he can bully! "
Hearing Lin Ran's words, Xu Songming mused for a moment. A moment later, he coldly snorted, and the walking stick in his hand once again heavily slammed on the ground. A pair of shady old eyes stared at the empty space in front of him, and the majestic aura in his body also began to surge.
When all of this fell into Lin Ran's eyes, the latter only laughed coldly in his heart.
"Lin Ran, you should know where that fellow is right?"
"Oh? Does grandmaster plan to go and find that person now? "
Just as Xu Songming's words sounded, the middle-aged man on the main seat suddenly opened his mouth.
"Humph, clan head Lin, you didn't seem to be present at the time of this matter. Don't tell me that you know where the person who hurt my granddaughter is?"
Hearing the middle-aged man's words, Xu Songming did not show the slightest fear. He was merely a one star Dou Di. With his current status, even if he randomly waved his hand, there would be elite Dou Di working for him. Why would he be afraid of the person in front of him?
Hearing Xu Songming's words, the middle-aged man immediately became silent. The hand that was placed on the armrest swayed slightly, and his finger tapped rhythmically. A glint flashed deep within his eyes, but in the end, this middle-aged man did not say anything.
"Master …"
"Ran Er, there is no need to say anything. Let grandmaster go. You are currently no longer grandmaster's disciple. Why do you need to meddle in other people's business?"
Just as Lin Ran could not help but open his mouth, the middle-aged man sitting on the main seat interrupted him. At the same time, a sharpness gradually surged into his eyes when he looked at Xu Songming.
"Lin Zehong! What did you say? Yao Yao is Lin Ran's junior. What do you mean meddling in other people's business? "
The expression on Xu Songming's old face was cold. The powerful aura in his body could not help but fluctuate. Threads of anger rose in his dark eyes.
His precious granddaughter being bullied was something that he could not tolerate the most. Yet, this fellow in front of him actually dared to speak up and stop him. This caused him to be unable to control his emotions.
"Grandmaster's memory is really bad. Didn't you just say that Lin Ran is no longer your disciple from now on? Since that is the case, why should Lin Ran speak up for someone unrelated? Moreover, the consequence of doing so is very likely to attract a big shot from the Alchemist Alliance to my Lin Family. I have no choice but to think for my Lin Family. I am not like you, grandmaster. As long as you leave with Xu Yao, you can act as if nothing has happened. At that time, the one who will have to bear this pressure will be my Lin Family."
The corners of Lin Zehong's mouth curled into a smile. He did not feel the slightest bit of seriousness from the aura that Xu Songming emitted.
In the end, Xu Songming was only an Eight Star Half Martial Emperor. In terms of strength, Lin Zehong completely suppressed Xu Songming. If it wasn't for the fact that this old fellow was a member of the Alchemist Alliance and was currently a Rank 3 alchemist, Lin Zehong would not waste his breath on him.
"You … Fine, fine, fine. I take back what I said earlier. However, Lin Ran, you must immediately tell me where the fellow who beat Yao Yao is right now!"
Hearing Lin Zehong's words, Xu Songming's old face instantly turned ashen. Then, he saw Xu Yao's beautiful face sobbing softly with a wronged expression. The mood in his heart became incomparably gloomy. He bitterly clenched his teeth, raised his head, looked at Lin Zehong, and said in a deep voice.
"Grandmaster, there's no need to be impatient. You've just arrived at Xuan City today, so you should rest for a night first. Once your spirit has recovered, you can go look for that fellow. Not to mention, it's already late at night, and there are still many experts in the city. If you disturb them and cause trouble, it would be troublesome. Why don't I personally lead Grandmaster to that fellow's residence tomorrow? It wouldn't be too late to deal with him at that time."
Before Lin Ran could speak, Lin Zehong took over and spoke immediately after.
Hearing Lin Zehong's words, Xu Songming couldn't help but frown slightly. However, he knew in his heart that since the person before him had already spoken like this, then Lin Zehong would absolutely not tell him the truth. Even though he was displeased in his heart, he could only nod helplessly.
Seeing this scene, Lin Zehong chuckled and casually spoke a few more pleasantries. After that, he sent a servant to invite Xu Songming and Xu Songming to the guest room that had been prepared a long time ago. On the other hand, Lin Zehong and Xu Songming still stood in the hall.
"Father, this old bastard …"
"Shut up! As a rank three alchemist, Grandmaster Xu is not someone that a junior like you can insult. You really don't know what's good for you. In any case, he is still your master. How dare you speak in such a manner. As the young master of the Lin Family, based on your character, how can I be at ease handing the Lin Family to you in the future! "
Seeing that Xu Songming and Xu Songming had left, Lin Ran couldn't help but hurl insults at them. However, he was immediately reprimanded by Lin Zehong, causing the latter's face to turn green. His entire body curled up in his seat, and like a frightened leopard cat, he buried his head deep into his seat.
"Humph!"
Seeing that Lin Ran had shut up, Lin Zehong couldn't help but coldly snort. His gaze swept across the hall without batting an eyelid, and his entire person subsequently calmed down.
At the same time, somewhere outside the hall, Xu Songming, who was being led to the guest room by a servant of the Lin Family, curled the corners of his mouth into a mocking smile.
"Lin Zehong, at least you know your place. It's just a small Lin Family, yet you actually want to establish a relationship with this old man. If not for the Fire Plume Flower at this auction, this old man would really be too lazy to bother with this disciple. Lin Ran … humph, you merely have some talent. Without anyone to guide you, you will forever be stuck at the rank one alchemist level!"
After secretly sneering in his heart, Xu Songming finally withdrew his thoughts. The walking stick in his hand waved in an orderly manner as he walked forward. Under the guidance of the servant in front of him, after passing through a few corridors, they saw that there were already people waiting for them. There were two separate rooms, and with one look, one could tell that they were prepared for the grandfather and granddaughter duo.
At this moment, after crying for a long while, Xu Yao had already restrained her emotions. However, her pair of bright eyes still flickered with a hidden bitterness. Today's events had dealt a huge blow to this little princess!
Xiao Yan's appearance had mercilessly shattered the beautiful dream in her heart, and the truth was already placed in front of her. Only then did the young lady realize that the originally warm world in her eyes was actually so bone-chillingly cold. It could be said that Xiao Yan's appearance had not only dealt her a blow, but also awakened her.
However, after being awakened, not only did the eyes of the young lady not reveal the gratitude that should have been present, instead, it was filled with a bitter and icy hatred, as if her dreams had been shattered.
… …
The next day.
The dazzling sunlight seemed to be able to penetrate one's soul as it shone on this piece of land. The world that had been silent for an entire night had once again become noisy and bustling. The various forms of life were revolving and beginning again in a new day. It was like a new reincarnation, but also like a new beginning.
Xuan City. When this day arrived, the various experts in the city began to move. On the surface, the city appeared to be filled with a sea of people, but there was an undercurrent flowing in the dark.
In the room, the instant Xiao Yan opened his eyes once again, the expression in his eyes became incomparably sharp. A gorgeous flame flickered in the depths of his pitch-black eyes. Xiao Yan slowly raised his head, and his sharp gaze pierced through everything in front of him, directly locking onto the city outside. Above the empty space, several figures stood proudly. It was Xu Songming and the rest.
"So they still came."
… …
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