stonecrandall Chapter 28 Each with their own ulterior motives
Chapter 28 Each with their own ulterior motives
Before he finished speaking, Xiao Yan's soul power surged unconsciously, and he retreated several feet to the side and back, his eyes fixed on the black figure that had appeared ten steps away at some unknown time.
The moonlight barely outlined an exceptionally tall and majestic silhouette, a tattered black robe almost blending into the night.
Only those eyes... seemed somewhat familiar.
As the night breeze blows.
The face beneath the black robe was fully revealed.
"It's you!"
Xiao Yan paused, recognizing the beggar he had met once before in Notting City.
But as soon as the word "beggar" flashed through his mind, Xiao Yan connected it with everything that had happened during the day, and instantly, he imagined scenes from classic novels.
The protagonist is misled by an inferior teacher and goes astray, but his various actions attract the attention of a peerless master who lives a carefree life. He is eventually taken in as a disciple and is reborn in a different world.
Could it be that Tang San's cheat ability... is this person in front of him?
However, his actions during the day attracted the other party's attention, and he unintentionally stole Tang San's opportunity.
An absurd idea arose.
However, Tang Hao, who appeared, showed no expression.
She simply raised her hand and beckoned to Xiao Yan with her finger.
"?"
Xiao Yan's gaze fell on the hooking finger. He understood the meaning of the gesture: it wanted him to make a move.
But is this necessary?
Just as he himself had thought, the cultivation methods in this world were quite simple, requiring almost no special instruction from a teacher.
He won't rush forward and show off everything like those hot-blooded protagonists!
In order to win the favor of the "beggar" in front of him.
Most importantly, if we go up now, we'll definitely get beaten up!
He doesn't have the habit of actively seeking out fights, and besides, his soul power is almost completely depleted at the moment. If he were to actually fight, without the protection of battle qi, it would definitely hurt even more.
Just as he was thinking this, he stared at Tang Hao's fingers, then looked up again, unmoved.
The two looked at each other and remained silent for a long time.
Tang Hao lowered his voice and asked in a deep voice:
"Why not go?"
"Because it's not M?"
"?"
Tang Hao frowned. Although he didn't fully understand, the refusal in his tone was obvious.
He was somewhat surprised; this unexpected turn of events left him without a reason to stand up for the mistress.
If it weren't for the fact that the boy still had some value to be used...
During this time, he also researched a lot of information about twin martial souls, and without exception, people with twin martial souls only had one outcome: their martial souls were incompatible, and they would explode and die!
For the mistress, for Ah Yin, for himself, for the Haotian Sect.
This child deserves to be kept.
However, if you want him to do what you want, you can't force him too much. Beating him without reason will definitely have a bad effect.
But he is not without options.
"Do you know who I am?!"
Tang Hao then adopted a mysterious demeanor.
But this time, before Xiao Yan could even respond!
Tang Hao suddenly unleashed his hidden power!
The surrounding air seemed to freeze instantly, and one spirit ring after another rose from beneath his feet.
Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, red!
Nine spirit rings in total! This means that his cultivation level is the highest in the world—a Title Douluo!
Xiao Yan felt the heavy pressure pressing down on him, almost making him suffocate.
But his eyes held a clearer understanding.
Just as he had guessed.
The envisioned plot is gradually aligning with reality.
interesting!
His expression did not escape Tang Hao's notice.
His eyes were also filled with understanding; when dealing with intelligent people, you should let them see their true strength!
A smart person naturally knows how to make smart choices.
As for the grudge against the mistress today, once the other party is involved, there will be plenty of opportunities to "retaliate"!
There's plenty of time; tenfold or a hundredfold, the debt will eventually be repaid.
So... kneel down and become my disciple!
Tang Hao's soul power surged! His pressure increased again, this time carrying a hint of scarlet aura, and the Killing God Domain was faintly revealed!
A violent pressure pressed down on Xiao Yan like a tidal wave.
Xiao Yan's body suddenly sank downwards! But he didn't resist at all and lay down on the ground.
In the instant the pressure erupted, he even had a fleeting urge to immediately teleport back!
However, he could tell that the aura lacked the killing intent he had when facing the ferocious beast.
I'll think about it, or maybe I should take another look.
What kind of tricks can they pull?
"??"
Tang Hao frowned again.
Looking at the nonchalant, almost shameless act on the ground, even the release of his soul power momentarily faltered.
What... is this not the script he envisioned again?
So cunning?
If neither the top nor the middle strategy works, then don't blame him!
A bad idea! Come on!
With a flick of his wrist, Tang Hao conjured a massive hammer shimmering with a ghostly blue light, which slammed into the ground with a dull thud. The impact drew Xiao Yan's attention.
This weapon... looks familiar.
Tang Hao's voice was deep and cold as iron.
"Become my disciple, or die!"
Such familiar lines, such a classic...
A subtle sense of relief rose in Xiao Yan's heart.
In the case of any other protagonist, they would definitely refuse to submit at this moment, but the person in front of them would be reluctant to actually kill them, and would eventually forcibly abduct them.
Subsequently, they experienced various obstacles and hardships.
The two gradually come to understand and appreciate each other, teaching and bickering at the same time, and working together to reach the top. There may be some melodramatic and heart-wrenching plot twists along the way, which can be quite boring.
But even though it's boring, it's not enough to run away immediately; I can take another look.
He could run away anytime anyway, and he didn't believe the other party could catch up across a world. At worst, he could come back, or not come back at all in a year.
Xiao Yan remained silent.
"???"
Tang Hao's brows furrowed even more. Was he not even afraid of death? Or was he... too intimidated by the pressure to speak? The second possibility was more likely. In this world, who is truly unafraid of death?
"Hmph!" Tang Hao snorted coldly, slowly withdrawing his oppressive aura, but the giant hammer in his hand did not dissipate.
He stared intently at the boy until the boy stood up and looked back at him with the same gaze.
The two were exactly the same as when they first confronted each other, unchanged in the slightest.
"????"
Tang Hao no longer knew how to describe his current feelings; they were complex and frustrating.
But there's absolutely no way he'll let the boy leave! Whether it's his talent or anything else, if he doesn't become his apprentice, he'll live under his control forever!
His worst possible strategy!
Tang Hao took a deep breath, his eyes gleaming with a hidden light, and in a flash, he reached out to grab the boy.
"well--"
A disdainful voice rang out from the roadside.
……
The next morning, in a small village called Holy Soul Village.
Xiao Yan thought that this "beggar master" would be like in the script, taking him through all sorts of experiences.
As it turned out, the other party didn't play by the rules at all.
After taking him on a long detour, they eventually returned to Holy Soul Village, not far from Notting City.
Xiao Yan stood behind a mountain ridge, gazing at the village below where smoke was just beginning to rise from the chimneys, but his thoughts drifted far away.
"You didn't go home all night, won't Xun'er worry?"
Maybe we should go back sometime. This beggar doesn't seem to have any priceless treasures or anything like that, so you don't need to carry a full bag when it comes to cultivation. Beggars usually have treasures!
He only reluctantly accepted the hostage situation because he had his eye on those people.
Otherwise, the other party wouldn't even be able to touch a hair on his head.
"Still thinking about your family? If you disobey in the slightest, I will make you taste the bitterness of losing a loved one!"
A muffled sound from beside him interrupted his thoughts.
"Yes, yes, yes." Xiao Yan replied helplessly, but if you can kill people across worlds and even kill the young lady of an ancient clan, he would definitely give you a thumbs up!
Even kneeling and kowtowing three times and nine times!
But if you can't do it... then don't say such incompetent things.
But Xiao Yan did not reveal the truth.
Currently, he is outwardly in a position of being controlled and manipulated by the other party. Provoking Tang Hao at this moment will not benefit him at all.
He hasn't had enough fun yet, and he hasn't seen what he wants.
--profit!
Seeing this, Tang Hao's brows hadn't relaxed since last night. This kid always gave him the feeling that he couldn't completely control him.
Did you really think that threat was just a joke?
If he can find the location of the "Xun'er" that the other party is so obsessed with... he will definitely let this boy know who the real god of slaughter who came from the city of slaughter is!
"Walk!"
Tang Hao gave a cold shout, and the two figures quickly disappeared into the mountains and forests, heading towards a dilapidated blacksmith shop in Holy Soul Village.
The Spirit Hall's henchmen have already discovered this area. It's not safe to stay here any longer. For Xiao San's safety, he must divert those eyes, but before leaving, he must also leave some arrangements and messages behind.
Bringing this boy along proved to be of other uses.
This is a perfect opportunity to impersonate the mistress, diverting attention and better protecting her. It's also a small consolation for last night's conflict.
Once we get past this point, there's no need to worry about whether the other person can become a burden. I've decided to let them experience the pain of choosing the worst option!
A cold glint flashed in Tang Hao's eyes.
soon.
The two arrived at a place, or rather, two dilapidated wooden houses.
"This is your home, it just looks like you."
Xiao Yan couldn't help but sigh, glancing at the "beggar's" tattered clothes and then at the equally dilapidated wooden hut in front of him, which even faintly smelled of mildew.
It really doesn't look like it's hiding any treasure.
Before leaving, is there nothing worth remembering?
As he was thinking, he saw the beggar casually toss a letter that had already been written, which landed precisely on the wooden table with one leg missing.
Xiao Yan's lips twitched.
He really wants to go back... This development is getting a bit boring.
Upon hearing this, Tang Hao remained silent. After finishing his task, he turned and headed towards the deep mountains, towards the place where the mistress's mother's belongings and her original body were kept.
When Xiao Yan saw the beggar change direction, as if he were heading towards a treasure, his calm heart began to stir again.
Going to find treasure?
He couldn't help but rub his hands together; once he touched something, he would have complete control over the situation.
Dare to threaten me? I'll show you what it means to "lose a priceless treasure"!
I just don't know what it will be...
Xiao Yan's mind flashed quickly through the names of a series of treasures recorded in the books he had bought and which circulated on the continent. Finally, his thoughts settled on two words: Soul Bone.
He looked at that retreating figure, his eyes brightening slightly.
It was surprisingly bright.
If it is truly a soul bone, then it is a treasure that can be absorbed and integrated with the human body. In that case, there is almost no doubt that this "beggar" who is a titled Douluo has a soul bone in his body!
I wonder how the soul bones from Douluo Continent will perform in Dou Qi Continent. They are among the top treasures in the world, so they can't be too bad, right?
With this thought in mind.
Xiao Yan quickened his pace. His actions, of course, did not escape Tang Hao's notice.
Tang Hao remained silent for a moment, but didn't say anything more.
He could never leave the other person alone here, as that would be tantamount to giving them a chance to escape. Taking them along wouldn't matter; in this world, no one could do anything beyond his control under his nose.
Absolutely impossible!
……
"what?"
After walking a short distance, Xiao Yan suddenly stopped, gazing at the cascading waterfall in the distance. He subconsciously raised his hand to cover his chest, a strange tremor running through him.
The sound came from the direction of the cave behind the waterfall.
Something's not right...something's very wrong.
But it makes perfect sense!
But this excitement wasn't a sense of crisis; rather, it was an almost resonant pull, as if something was about to break free from its cocoon, and that a true treasure was hidden within!
Xiao Yan was secretly delighted.
Tang Hao glanced sideways. This behavior was extremely similar to that of the Blue Silver Grass around him. He was not surprised at all, after all, what was sealed in that cave was the ultimate source of the Blue Silver Grass lineage.
That was no ordinary blue silver grass.
Instead... it's the Blue Silver Emperor!
Tang San's mother, his wife, and a 100,000-year-old soul beast!
Thinking of the final words, a strange emotion flashed through Tang Hao's mind.
He channeled his soul power, about to rush towards the cave behind the water curtain, when he suddenly realized that the boy beside him had made the same move at almost the same moment.
Tang Hao's brows furrowed more than ever before!
That strange feeling came back again.
It was as if they didn't see him as a threat.