After Yu Xuan steadily stepped onto the flying spirit artifact, Xiao Yufan and Cheng Ying followed closely behind. Even experts at the Spirit Communication stage were eagerly drawn to it, proving its extraordinary nature.
Ye Kong and Xie Yuan naturally had no hesitation; they also wished to experience the thrill of riding a flying spirit artifact!
“Brother Nuo, if you don’t want to leave here, then we’ll be off—we won’t hesitate to leave you behind…”
Seeing Nuo Tiangong still motionless, Ye Kong’s lips curled into a faint smile. Although he harbored resentment toward Xiao Yufan, he wasn’t reckless—he knew he couldn’t possibly defeat someone like Xiao Yufan in a fight, so he simply chose not to dwell on it.
But Nuo Tiangong really was stubbornly proud, exuding an arrogance that made him instantly unlikable. Had he still not sensed the gap between himself and Xiao Yufan?
It wasn’t just about strength—it was also about temperament. Ye Kong even suspected that perhaps an ancient thousand-year-old demon was hiding inside Xiao Yufan’s body, otherwise how could he remain so calm and composed?
Nuo Tiangong’s brows furrowed, his face turning purple—whether from the mocking gazes or his frustration at not seeing Xiao Yufan suffer, no one could tell.
“Hmph, I don’t want to stay in this wretched place either. If you don’t mind—”
“Who said we didn’t mind? I *do* mind!”
Before Nuo Tiangong could finish, Yu Xuan’s melodious voice rang out. If it weren’t for Xiao Yufan, she wouldn’t have bothered helping these people at all. Yet this guy from Jiugong Palace had the audacity to look so reluctant.
“Huh?”
Ye Kong was stunned, and Xiao Yufan nearly dropped his jaw. Just a moment ago, this girl had been smiling like an angel—how had she turned so suddenly? Could it be that Nuo Tiangong really had a face that begged to be slapped?
Swallowing his words, Nuo Tiangong’s glare burned with murderous intent. He hadn’t expected this woman to oppose him too. Wasn’t Wang Yuxuan clearly provoking him on purpose?
Under different circumstances, Nuo Tiangong would’ve turned and left immediately. But on this desolate island, it seemed his only means of escape was this woman’s flying spirit artifact.
“I don’t believe I’ve offended this young lady in any way. If I have, I humbly ask you to overlook my transgressions and forgive me this once!”
Barely suppressing his urge to explode, Nuo Tiangong forced his tone to soften. His exaggeratedly polite expression made Xiao Yufan want to vomit. *This idiot couldn’t possibly be any more repulsive*, he thought bitterly.
Ye Kong and the others felt the same. They felt no sympathy for Nuo Tiangong—those who are pitiable often bring it upon themselves. Still clinging to the self-image of an elite young expert from the Guardian Temple, was he delusional?
Everyone who entered this mysterious place had some status. Did he really think Jiugong Palace was invincible? Pure fantasy.
In truth, Nuo Tiangong had already given up on his pride. If he waited here for Jiugong Palace to rescue him, who knew how long he’d be stranded, missing out on everything. He had to leave now.
After Yuxuan steadily stepped onto the flying spiritual artifact, Xiao Yufan and Cheng Ying quickly followed suit. Even a powerhouse at the Soul Connection realm coveted such an item, and it truly lived up to its reputation.
Ye Kong and Xie Yuan, naturally, didn’t hesitate either. A flying spiritual artifact was something they were eager to experience firsthand.
“Brother Nuo, if you don’t want to leave this place, we’ll have to go ahead. Don’t blame us for leaving you behind later…”
Seeing that Nuo Tiangong still hadn’t made a move, a faint smile appeared on Ye Kong’s lips. Although he harbored some resentment toward Xiao Yufan, he wasn’t reckless. He knew that even if he tried to fight, he wouldn’t stand a chance against this guy, so he decided to avoid overthinking it.
But Nuo Tiangong was truly stubborn, his arrogance making it hard for anyone to feel any goodwill toward him. Could it be that he still hadn’t realized the gap between himself and Xiao Yufan?
It wasn’t just a difference in strength but more so in temperament. Ye Kong even suspected that there was a thousand-year-old monster hidden within Xiao Yufan’s body, otherwise, how could he possess such a calm demeanor?
Frowning, Nuo Tiangong’s face turned purple, whether it was due to the mocking gazes or his frustration at not seeing Xiao Yufan falter.
“Heh, I don’t want to stay in this dump either. If you don’t mind…”
“Who said I don’t mind? I mind very much!”
Before Nuo Tiangong could finish, Yuxuan’s melodious voice interrupted. If it weren’t for Xiao Yufan, she wouldn’t have bothered helping these people. But this guy from the Nine Palaces Hall actually looked reluctant.
Huh!
Ye Kong was stunned, and Xiao Yufan’s jaw nearly dropped. This girl had been smiling like an angel just a second ago, but now her expression had changed so abruptly. Could it be that Nuo Tiangong really had a face that begged to be slapped?
Swallowing his words, Nuo Tiangong’s murderous glare was almost on the verge of erupting. He hadn’t expected this woman to also oppose him. Was Wang Yuxuan deliberately trying to provoke him?
In any other situation, Nuo Tiangong would have turned and left. But on this desolate island, the only thing he could rely on seemed to be the flying spiritual artifact in this woman’s hands.
“I don’t think I’ve offended you in any way, miss. If I have, I hope you can forgive me and let bygones be bygones.”
Suppressing the urge to explode, Nuo Tiangong tried to keep his tone calm, but the forced expression made Xiao Yufan feel nauseous. Damn, could this idiot be any more disgusting?
Ye Kong and the others felt the same way. They didn’t pity this guy either. The pitiful often have their own faults. In a place like this, he still acted like the high and mighty young master of the Nine Palaces Hall. It was as if he had water in his brain.
Everyone who could enter the mysterious land of the boy had some status. Did he really think the Nine Palaces Hall was invincible? What a pipe dream!
In truth, Nuo Tiangong was desperate. If he were stuck here waiting for someone from the Nine Palaces Hall to rescue him, he might be waiting forever. By then, even the scraps would be gone. So, he had to leave.
If he could seize an opportunity in this mysterious land, his strength would skyrocket, possibly even breaking through to the Innate Realm. If he were lucky, he might even obtain a spiritual artifact, allowing him to crush Xiao Yufan underfoot in no time.
Little did he know that Xiao Yufan was already in the Innate Realm. If he found out, he might be utterly crushed. Imagination is full, but reality is harsh.
“Hehe, I never thought the young master of the Nine Palaces Hall could be so flexible. You haven’t offended me; I just find you a bit annoying.”
Yuxuan’s light laughter carried a hint of mischief. She really didn’t like this guy. Love me, love my dog—this idiot had crossed Xiao Yufan, so naturally, she couldn’t let him off easy.
At this, even Ye Kong and Xie Yuan’s lips twitched. This reason was a bit too blunt. Couldn’t this girl leave him a little dignity?
After all, Nuo Tiangong was from the Nine Palaces Hall. But, they had to admit, they quite liked this beautiful woman’s personality.
“Then what should I do to make you less annoyed with me?”
Having never been humiliated like this before, Nuo Tiangong was on the verge of losing it. However, he directed all his hatred toward Xiao Yufan, convinced that it was Xiao Yufan’s influence that had turned this beautiful woman against him.
If Xiao Yufan knew he was being blamed for something he had no part in, he would surely cry foul. He found it amusing, but that didn’t mean he had instructed Yuxuan to act this way.
“Simple. You’ll be the one to power the flying spiritual artifact the entire time. For a half-step Innate Realm expert, it shouldn’t be too much of a drain.”
Yuxuan’s innocent smile sent a chill down Nuo Tiangong’s spine. What was this beautiful woman up to? If he had to power the flying artifact all the way out of the island, he’d be exhausted!
The key was, in the chaotic and dangerous mysterious land, such a drain would leave him vulnerable. If he entered the heart of the land with his strength depleted, he’d be in grave danger.
Moreover, if Xiao Yufan decided to make a move on him then, it would be as easy as pie. For a moment, he didn’t know what to choose—agree or not?
If he agreed, he’d be severely weakened, and entering the heart of the mysterious land would be perilous. If he didn’t agree, he might never leave this place, only able to escape when the spatial passage reopened.
Xiao Yufan didn’t say anything. He knew what Nuo Tiangong was worried about, but he had no interest in killing this guy. Otherwise, with his Innate Realm strength, it wouldn’t be difficult.
“Fine, I agree. But you have to ensure my safety. If anyone tries to attack me midway, I’ll fight to the death!”
In the end, Nuo Tiangong chose to compromise, though his gaze occasionally flicked toward Xiao Yufan, clearly signaling that he was on guard.
At Nuo Tiangong’s caution, Xiao Yufan’s lips curled into a cold smile. He didn’t know whether to call this guy naive or just plain stupid. If he had wanted to leave him stranded in this mysterious land, he would have acted long ago.
The others also smiled faintly. It seemed that Xiao Yufan had already left a deep impression on Nuo Tiangong. Even if his strength grew, he would never reach the pinnacle.
After Yuxuan steadily stepped onto the flying artifact, Xiao Yufan and Cheng Ying quickly followed suit. Even the powerful beings at the Soul Communication Realm were drawn to it, and indeed, it had its extraordinary qualities.
Ye Kong and Xie Yuan, naturally, didn’t hesitate either. They too wanted to experience the thrill of a flying artifact!
“Brother Nuo, if you don’t want to leave this place, then we’ll be on our way. Don’t blame us for leaving you behind later…”
Seeing that Nuo Tiangong still hadn’t made a move, a faint smile appeared on Ye Kong’s lips. Although he harbored some resentment towards Xiao Yufan, he wasn’t reckless. He knew that even if he tried to fight, he wouldn’t be able to defeat this guy, so he decided not to dwell on it too much.
But this Nuo Tiangong was truly stubborn, his arrogance making it hard for anyone to feel any goodwill towards him. Could it be that he still hadn’t realized the gap between himself and Xiao Yufan?
It wasn’t just about strength; it was more about the difference in temperament. Ye Kong even suspected that there was a thousand-year-old monster hidden within Xiao Yufan’s body, otherwise, how could he possess such a calm demeanor?
Frowning, Nuo Tiangong’s face turned purple. It was unclear whether it was due to the mocking gazes or because he hadn’t seen Xiao Yufan suffer, which left him extremely frustrated.
“Haha, I don’t want to stay in this wretched place either. If you don’t mind…”
“Who said I don’t mind? I mind very much!”
Before Nuo Tiangong could finish his sentence, Yuxuan’s pleasant voice rang out. If it weren’t for Xiao Yufan, she wouldn’t have bothered helping these people. But this guy from the Nine Palaces Hall still had a reluctant look on his face.
Huh!
Ye Kong was stunned, and Xiao Yufan’s jaw nearly dropped. This girl had been smiling like an angel just a second ago, but now her expression had changed so suddenly. Could it be that this Nuo guy really had a face that begged to be slapped?
Swallowing his words, Nuo Tiangong’s murderous gaze was almost spitting fire. He hadn’t expected this woman to also oppose him. Wang Yuxuan’s words were clearly picking a fight with him…
If it were any other situation, Nuo Tiangong would have turned and left immediately. But on this desolate island, the only thing he could rely on seemed to be the flying artifact in this woman’s hands!
“I don’t think I’ve offended you in any way, miss. If I have, I hope you can forgive me and not hold it against me.”
Suppressing the urge to explode, Nuo Tiangong tried to keep his tone calm. The forced expression on his face made Xiao Yufan want to vomit. Damn, could this idiot be any more disgusting?
Ye Kong and the others felt the same way. They didn’t pity this guy either. The pitiful often have their own flaws. In a place like this, he still thought of himself as a young master from the Nine Palaces Hall. It was as if he had water in his brain.
Everyone who could enter the mysterious land of the boy had some status. Did he really think the Nine Palaces Hall was invincible? What a pipe dream!
In truth, Nuo Tiangong was also throwing caution to the wind. If he were stuck here waiting for someone from the Nine Palaces Hall to rescue him, he might be waiting forever. By then, even the scraps would be gone, so he had to leave.
If he could seize an opportunity in this mysterious land, his strength would surely skyrocket. He might even break through to the Innate Realm, and if he was lucky, he might even obtain an artifact. Then, he could crush Xiao Yufan under his feet in no time.
If he knew that Xiao Yufan was already in the Innate Realm, he might be utterly crushed. The imagination is full, but reality is harsh.
“Haha, I never expected a young master from the Nine Palaces Hall to be so flexible. You haven’t offended me; I just find you a bit annoying.”
Her light, playful laughter carried a hint of mischief. Wang Yuxuan indeed found this guy very annoying. Love me, love my dog—since this idiot was against Xiao Yufan, she naturally couldn’t let him off easy.
At this, even Ye Kong and Xie Yuan’s mouths twitched. This reason was a bit too straightforward. Couldn’t this girl leave him a little face?
After all, Nuo Tiangong was from the Nine Palaces Hall. But, they really liked this beautiful woman’s personality!
“Then what should I do to make you less annoyed with me?”
Having never been humiliated like this before, Nuo Tiangong was on the verge of losing it. However, he directed all his hatred towards Xiao Yufan, believing that it was Xiao Yufan’s instigation that had caused this beautiful woman to trouble him.
If Xiao Yufan knew he was being blamed for something he didn’t do, he would surely cry foul. He was enjoying the show, but that didn’t mean he had instructed Yuxuan to do this…
“Simple. You’ll be the one to power the flying artifact the entire time. For a half-step Innate Realm expert, it shouldn’t be too much of a drain.”
Her innocent smile sent a chill down Nuo Tiangong’s spine. What was this beautiful woman up to? If he had to power the flying artifact all the way out of this desolate island, he’d be exhausted!
The key was, in the chaotic and dangerous mysterious land, excessive exhaustion would be like putting himself in harm’s way. If he had a period of weakness in the heart of the mysterious land, wouldn’t that be extremely dangerous?
Moreover, if Xiao Yufan wanted to take action against him at that time, it would be as easy as pie. For a moment, he didn’t know what to choose—agree or not?
If he agreed, he would be severely drained, and in the heart of the mysterious land, he might face disaster. If he didn’t agree, he might not even have a chance to leave this place. He’d have to wait until the spatial passage opened again to escape.
Xiao Yufan didn’t say anything. He knew what Nuo Tiangong was worried about, but he had no interest in killing this guy. Otherwise, with his Innate Realm strength, it wouldn’t be difficult to take him out.
“Fine, I agree. But you have to ensure my safety. If anyone tries to attack me midway, I’ll make sure it’s a fight to the death!”
In the end, Nuo Tiangong chose to compromise, though his gaze occasionally flicked towards Xiao Yufan, making it clear that he was always on guard against him.
As for Nuo Tiangong’s caution, Xiao Yufan only smiled coldly. He didn’t know whether to call this guy naive or an idiot. If he had wanted to keep him in this mysterious land, he would have acted long ago.
The others also showed a faint smile. It seemed that Xiao Yufan had already left a shadow in Nuo Tiangong’s heart. Even if his strength grew, he would never reach the pinnacle…
“Giggles~ I never thought a young expert from Jiugong Palace could be so flexible and humble. You didn’t offend me—I just don’t like the look of you!”
Wang Yuxuan’s light laughter carried a fox-like cunning. She truly disliked this guy. Love me, love my dog—how could this idiot dare oppose Xiao Yufan? Naturally, she wouldn’t make things easy for him.
Even Ye Kong and Xie Yuan couldn’t help but twitch their lips. That reasoning was a bit too blunt, wasn’t it? Did this girl really have to leave *zero* room for face?
After all, Nuo Tiangong was from Jiugong Palace. But then again, they all quite liked this beautiful woman’s personality!
“Then what must I do to make this young lady look at me with less disdain?”
Never having suffered such humiliation before, Nuo Tiangong was on the verge of snapping. He blamed Xiao Yufan entirely for this, convinced that only his manipulation could have caused this beautiful woman to oppose him.
If Xiao Yufan knew he was being blamed for this, he’d surely cry out in protest—he was enjoying the show, but he certainly hadn’t told Yu Xuan to do this.
After Yuxuan stepped steadily onto the flying spiritual artifact, Xiao Yufan and Cheng Ying quickly followed suit. Even the powerful beings at the Soul Communication Realm were drawn to it, and it truly lived up to its extraordinary reputation.
Ye Kong and Xie Yuan, along with a few others, naturally didn’t hesitate. They were eager to experience the thrill of a flying spiritual artifact themselves.
“Brother Nuo, if you don’t want to leave this place, we’ll be on our way. Don’t blame us for leaving you behind later…”
Seeing that Nuo Tiangong still hadn’t moved, a faint smile appeared on Ye Kong’s lips. Although he harbored some resentment toward Xiao Yufan, he wasn’t reckless. He knew that even if he tried to fight, he wouldn’t be a match for this guy, so he decided not to dwell on it too much.
But Nuo Tiangong was truly stubborn, his arrogance making it hard for anyone to feel any goodwill toward him. Could it be that he still hadn’t realized the gap between himself and Xiao Yufan?
It wasn’t just about strength; it was more about the difference in temperament. Ye Kong even suspected that there was a thousand-year-old monster hiding inside Xiao Yufan’s body. Otherwise, how could he possess such a calm demeanor?
Frowning, Nuo Tiangong’s face turned purple, whether from the mocking glances or because he hadn’t seen Xiao Yufan falter, which left him extremely frustrated.
“Haha, I don’t want to stay in this dump either. If you don’t mind…”
“Who said I don’t mind? I mind very much!”
Before Nuo Tiangong could finish, Yuxuan’s melodious voice interrupted. If it weren’t for Xiao Yufan, she wouldn’t have bothered helping these people. But this guy from the Nine Palaces Hall still looked reluctant.
Huh!
Ye Kong was stunned, and Xiao Yufan’s jaw nearly dropped. This girl had been smiling like an angel just a second ago, but now her expression had changed so suddenly. Could it be that Nuo Tiangong really had a face that begged for a slap?
Swallowing his words, Nuo Tiangong’s murderous gaze was almost spitting fire. He hadn’t expected this woman to also oppose him. Was Wang Yuxuan deliberately trying to make trouble for him?
In any other situation, Nuo Tiangong would have turned and left. But on this desolate island, the only thing he could rely on seemed to be the flying spiritual artifact in this woman’s hands!
“I don’t think I’ve offended you in any way, miss. If I have, I hope you can forgive me once and not hold it against me.”
Suppressing the urge to explode, Nuo Tiangong tried to keep his tone calm. The forced expression on his face made Xiao Yufan want to vomit. Damn, could this idiot be any more disgusting?
Ye Kong and the others felt the same way. They didn’t sympathize with this guy. The pitiful often have their own flaws. In a place like this, he still acted like the high and mighty young master of the Nine Palaces Hall. It made them wonder if he had water in his brain.
Everyone who had entered this mysterious land had some status. Did he really think the Nine Palaces Hall was invincible? What a pipe dream!
In truth, Nuo Tiangong was desperate. If he waited for the Nine Palaces Hall to rescue him, it might take forever, and by then, there would be nothing left to salvage. So he had to leave.
If he could seize an opportunity in this mysterious land, his strength would skyrocket. He might even break through to the Innate Realm, and if he was lucky, he could obtain a spiritual artifact. Then he could crush Xiao Yufan under his feet in no time.
If he knew that Xiao Yufan was already in the Innate Realm, he might be utterly crushed. Imagination is full, but reality is harsh.
“Giggle, I didn’t expect a young master from the Nine Palaces Hall to be so flexible. You haven’t offended me; I just find you a bit annoying.”
Yuxuan’s light laughter carried a hint of mischief. She really didn’t like this guy. Love me, love my dog—this idiot had crossed Xiao Yufan, so she naturally wouldn’t let him off easy.
At this, even Ye Kong and Xie Yuan’s lips twitched. This reason was a bit too blunt. Couldn’t this girl leave him with a little dignity?
After all, Nuo Tiangong was from the Nine Palaces Hall. But they couldn’t help but admire this beautiful woman’s personality.
“Then what should I do to make you less annoyed with me?”
Never having been humiliated like this before, Nuo Tiangong was on the verge of losing it. But he directed all his hatred toward Xiao Yufan, convinced that it was Xiao Yufan’s influence that had turned this beautiful woman against him.
If Xiao Yufan knew he was being blamed for something he had no part in, he would surely cry foul. He was enjoying the show, but that didn’t mean he had instructed Yuxuan to act this way…
“Simple. You’ll be the one to power the flying spiritual artifact the entire time. For a half-step Innate Realm expert like you, it shouldn’t be too much of a burden.”
Yuxuan’s innocent smile sent a chill down Nuo Tiangong’s spine. What was this beautiful woman up to? If he had to power the flying artifact all the way off the island, he’d be exhausted!
The key was that in the chaotic and dangerous mysterious land, excessive exhaustion would leave him vulnerable. If he entered the heart of the land with depleted strength, he’d be in grave danger.
Moreover, if Xiao Yufan decided to attack him at that moment, it would be as easy as pie. For a moment, he didn’t know what to choose—agree or refuse?
If he agreed, he’d be severely weakened, and in the heart of the mysterious land, he might face disaster. If he refused, he might never leave this place, only able to escape when the spatial passage reopened.
Xiao Yufan didn’t say anything. He knew what Nuo Tiangong was worried about, but he had no interest in killing him. Otherwise, with his Innate Realm strength, it wouldn’t be difficult.
“Fine, I agree. But you must ensure my safety. If anyone tries to attack me midway, I’ll fight to the death!”
In the end, Nuo Tiangong chose to compromise, though his gaze occasionally flicked toward Xiao Yufan, clearly signaling that he was on guard.
At Nuo Tiangong’s caution, Xiao Yufan merely smirked. He didn’t know whether to call this guy naive or an idiot. If he had wanted to leave him stranded in this mysterious land, he would have acted long ago.
The others also smiled, realizing that Xiao Yufan had already left a shadow in Nuo Tiangong’s heart. Even if his strength grew, he would never reach the pinnacle…
Her innocent smile sent a chill down Nuo Tiangong’s spine. What exactly was this woman plotting? Making him power the flying artifact the entire way off the island would leave him utterly exhausted!
Worse still, in a place as dangerous and chaotic as this mysterious realm, such a depletion of energy would put him at extreme risk. If he found himself in a weakened state in the deeper regions, it could be deadly.
And at that point, if Xiao Yufan decided to strike, it would be effortless. For a moment, he couldn’t decide—agree, or refuse?
If he agreed, he’d risk great danger in the deeper regions. If he refused, he’d be stuck here until the spatial passage reopened again.
After Yuxuan steadily stepped onto the flying spiritual artifact, Xiao Yufan and Cheng Ying quickly followed suit. Even the powerful figures at the Soul Communication Realm were drawn to it, proving that this artifact truly had its extraordinary qualities.
Ye Kong and Xie Yuan, naturally, didn’t hesitate either. They were eager to experience the thrill of a flying spiritual artifact themselves.
“Brother Nuo, if you don’t want to leave this place, we’ll have to go ahead. Don’t blame us if we leave you behind…”
Seeing that Nuo Tiangong still hadn’t made a move, a faint smile appeared on Ye Kong’s lips. Although he harbored some resentment toward Xiao Yufan, he wasn’t reckless. He knew that even if he tried to fight, he wouldn’t be a match for this guy, so he decided to avoid overthinking and let it go.
But Nuo Tiangong was truly stubborn, his arrogance making it impossible for anyone to feel any goodwill toward him. Had he still not realized the gap between himself and Xiao Yufan?
It wasn’t just about strength; it was more about the difference in temperament. Ye Kong even suspected that Xiao Yufan’s body housed a thousand-year-old monster, otherwise, how could he possess such a calm and composed demeanor?
Frowning, Nuo Tiangong’s face turned purple. It was unclear whether it was due to the mocking glances or his frustration at not seeing Xiao Yufan in a difficult position.
“Heh, I don’t want to stay in this dump either. If you don’t mind…”
“Who said I don’t mind? I mind very much!”
Before Nuo Tiangong could finish his sentence, Yuxuan’s melodious voice interrupted. If it weren’t for Xiao Yufan, she wouldn’t have bothered helping these people. But this guy from the Nine Palaces Hall actually looked reluctant.
“Huh?”
Ye Kong was stunned, and Xiao Yufan’s jaw nearly dropped. This girl had been smiling like an angel just a second ago, but now her expression had completely changed. Could it be that Nuo Tiangong really had a face that begged to be slapped?
Swallowing his words, Nuo Tiangong’s murderous gaze was almost spitting fire. He hadn’t expected this woman to oppose him as well. Wang Yuxuan’s words were clearly provoking him…
If it were any other situation, Nuo Tiangong would have turned and left immediately. But on this desolate island, the only thing he could rely on seemed to be the flying spiritual artifact in this woman’s hands.
“I don’t think I’ve offended you in any way, miss. If I have, I hope you can forgive me and let bygones be bygones.”
Suppressing his urge to explode, Nuo Tiangong tried to keep his tone calm. His forced expression made Xiao Yufan feel nauseous. Could this idiot be any more disgusting?
Ye Kong and the others felt the same way. They didn’t sympathize with him either. The pitiful often have their own flaws. In a place like this, he still acted like the high and mighty young master of the Nine Palaces Hall. It was as if he had water in his brain.
Everyone who could enter this mysterious land had some status. Did he really think the Nine Palaces Hall was invincible? What a pipe dream!
In truth, Nuo Tiangong was desperate. If he stayed here waiting for someone from the Nine Palaces Hall to rescue him, it could take ages. By then, even the scraps would be gone. He had to leave now.
If he could seize an opportunity in this mysterious land, his strength would skyrocket. He might even break through to the Innate Realm, and with a stroke of luck, he could obtain a spiritual artifact. Then, he could crush Xiao Yufan under his feet in no time.
Little did he know that Xiao Yufan was already in the Innate Realm. If he found out, he might be completely shattered. Imagination is full, but reality is harsh.
“Giggle, I never thought a young master from the Nine Palaces Hall could be so flexible. You haven’t offended me; I just find you a bit annoying.”
Yuxuan’s light laughter carried a hint of mischief. She truly disliked this guy. Love me, love my dog—since this idiot had a problem with Xiao Yufan, she naturally wouldn’t let him off easy.
At this, even Ye Kong and Xie Yuan’s lips twitched. This reason was a bit too blunt. Couldn’t this girl leave him a little dignity?
After all, Nuo Tiangong was from the Nine Palaces Hall. But they had to admit, they quite liked this beautiful woman’s personality.
“Then what should I do to make you less annoyed with me?”
Having never been humiliated like this before, Nuo Tiangong was on the verge of losing it. However, he directed all his hatred toward Xiao Yufan, convinced that it was Xiao Yufan’s influence that had turned this beautiful woman against him.
If Xiao Yufan knew he was being blamed for something he had no part in, he would surely cry foul. He was enjoying the show, but that didn’t mean he had instructed Yuxuan to act this way…
“Simple. You’ll be the one to power the flying spiritual artifact the entire time. For a half-step Innate Realm expert, it shouldn’t be too much of a strain.”
Yuxuan’s innocent smile sent a chill down Nuo Tiangong’s spine. What was this beautiful woman up to? If he had to power the flying spiritual artifact all the way, he’d be exhausted!
The key was, in the chaotic and dangerous mysterious land, excessive energy consumption would leave him vulnerable. If he entered the heart of the land with weakened strength, he’d be in grave danger.
Moreover, if Xiao Yufan decided to make a move on him, it would be as easy as pie. For a moment, he didn’t know what to do—should he agree or not?
If he agreed, he’d be severely drained, and entering the heart of the mysterious land could lead to disaster. If he refused, he might not even have a chance to leave. He’d have to wait until the spatial passage reopened.
Xiao Yufan didn’t say anything. He knew what Nuo Tiangong was worried about, but he had no interest in killing him. Otherwise, with his Innate Realm strength, it wouldn’t be difficult.
“Fine, I agree. But you have to ensure my safety. If anyone tries to attack me midway, I’ll fight to the death!”
In the end, Nuo Tiangong chose to compromise, though his gaze occasionally flicked toward Xiao Yufan, as if to say, “I’m watching you.”
Xiao Yufan’s lips curled into a cold smile at Nuo Tiangong’s caution. He didn’t know whether to call this guy naive or an idiot. If he had wanted to leave him stranded in this mysterious land, he would have acted long ago.
The others also smiled faintly. It seemed Xiao Yufan had already left a deep impression on Nuo Tiangong. Even if his strength grew, he would never reach the pinnacle…
“Fine, I agree—but you must guarantee my safety. If anyone tries to harm me midway, I’ll fight to the death!”
In the end, Nuo Tiangong chose to compromise. His gaze subtly flicked toward Xiao Yufan, a clear warning—*I’m keeping my eyes on you.*
Xiao Yufan merely responded with a cold smirk. He didn’t know whether to call Nuo Tiangong naive or just plain stupid. If he had really wanted to leave him behind in this realm, he would’ve done so already.
The others exchanged knowing smiles. It seemed Xiao Yufan had already left a deep shadow in Nuo Tiangong’s heart—no matter how strong he became, he would never reach the peak again…
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