Volume 1 Volume 7 Chapter 50

Volume 7 Chapter 50: How About Going to the East Sea With Me?

When Xu Qingfan appeared, both the three kylin and Feng Qingtian, along with the nine-tailed demon fox and Niu Wenxing, were all very surprised.

The three kylin had spent time with Xu Qingfan before, and they felt that Xu Qingfan had come to save them. They were all very happy, especially Little Gold. If it weren’t for "Auspicious" holding them back and the nine-tailed fox and Feng Qingtian in between, it would have rushed forward already.

Seeing Little Gold so excited, Little Black proudly lifted its head, looking disdainful.

Feng Qingtian was surprised because he didn’t expect Xu Qingfan to show up here. Although the nine-tailed demon fox had seen Xu Qingfan a few times before, at that time, Xu Qingfan was just a minor character, and the nine-tailed demon fox had long forgotten him. Now, it was shocked by Xu Qingfan’s unfathomable power. Xu Qingfan looked harmless and smiling, but the instincts of animals made it feel a wave of fear, especially when it discovered that Little Black on Xu Qingfan’s shoulder was at a higher level than it.

As for Niu Wenxing, he was surprised about how Xu Qingfan got in, knowing that the tunnel deep inside the mountain was filled with Feng Qingtian’s adopted sons and the nine-tailed fox’s subordinates.

However, when Niu Wenxing looked at Xu Qingfan, his body trembled, and he keenly sensed the hidden deep murderous intent and wariness behind Xu Qingfan’s seemingly calm eyes.

This murderous intent was directed at him, a frail and weak scholar who couldn’t even lift a chicken.

However, when Niu Wenxing looked at Xu Qingfan again, he saw that Xu Qingfan’s eyes were deep and calm; the worries and killing intent he felt earlier seemed to be just his imagination.

"Xu Qingfan? You’re still alive? I thought I hadn’t heard from you for years, and that the Shura Clan or the righteous path had killed you."

Seeing Xu Qingfan appear, Feng Qingtian immediately knew things were about to get complicated and said coldly.

"Yes," Xu Qingfan nodded and smiled. "Many people thought that after forty years of silence, I was dead. In reality, I am still alive, though not living well, but at least I am alive."

As he spoke, Xu Qingfan nodded to the three kylins on the other side, then said to Feng Qingtian, "Junior Brother Feng, you have really done well. Over the years, you have stayed low-key, but with a single move, you have heavily wounded both the Southern Wasteland demon beasts and the Shura Clan, and yet your strength seems almost untouched. It makes me wonder why, despite recruiting talents all these years, I haven’t found anyone like Mr. Niu who can handle big matters."

While Xu Qingfan was speaking, Feng Qingtian continuously used various secret techniques to gauge Xu Qingfan’s strength, but the answer was always the same—deep and unfathomable.

Speaking of which, Feng Qingtian could be considered the person who witnessed Xu Qingfan’s strength improve the most over the years. The first time they fought, Feng Qingtian easily defeated Xu Qingfan; the second time, it was a narrow victory; the third time, they were evenly matched, but Xu Qingfan seemed to have the upper hand. And now, although they had not fought yet, Feng Qingtian could not see Xu Qingfan’s strength clearly.

Not being able to see someone’s strength, in another way, means that one’s own strength is far inferior; at least there is a big gap between them.

Thinking of this, Feng Qingtian’s face turned pale. As a genius, he was truly unwilling to see that someone else’s cultivation was far ahead of his own.

Of course, Feng Qingtian had no idea how much suffering Xu Qingfan had endured after gaining such power.

Seeing Feng Qingtian just staring at him without responding, Xu Qingfan showed no embarrassment and pointed to Niu Wenxing, smiling as he asked, "So, isn’t Junior Brother Feng going to introduce us?"

Noticing Feng Qingtian still staring at Xu Qingfan without a word, and that Nine-Tails seemed like it wished no one could see it, Niu Wenxing sighed and stepped in front of Feng Qingtian, bowing slightly as he said, "I am Niu Wenxing, and it is an honor to meet this esteemed senior. May I ask, what has happened to the cultivators and Spirit Fox in the cave outside?"

Under Feng Qingtian’s care, Niu Wenxing still looked like he was in his forties, but in reality, he was already ninety years old. However, Xu Qingfan appeared to be just over twenty, even though he had spent nearly three hundred years cultivating, making Niu Wenxing’s respectful address seem quite natural.

"Those Feng family cultivators and Spirit Fox are indeed Junior Brother Feng’s subordinates. I truly hope Junior Brother Feng has a bright future, so I merely put them to sleep without any harm," Xu Qingfan said, glancing at Feng Qingtian, who was still staring blankly at him. Then, after carefully examining Niu Wenxing, his smile grew wider as he said, "I was truly impressed by your insightful discussion, sir! Your cleverness and careful planning place you among the top three in the world."

Niu Wenxing smiled lightly and said, "This esteemed senior is too kind. However, the one whom you consider to be the best in the world should be my young master’s enemy, Zhang Xusheng, right?"

Although he asked with a smile, Niu Wenxing’s eyes revealed a hint of dissatisfaction, clearly because Feng Qingtian often spoke highly of how powerful Zhang Xusheng was in front of him.

Xu Qingfan nodded with a smile, but as he noticed Niu Wenxing’s deepening dissatisfaction, his expression suddenly became serious. He explained, "While your strategies are indeed clever, they still leave a trace, appearing more formal. But that Zhang Xusheng… his strategies are beyond detection. He thinks of what others do not, and his every gesture often casts a vast net over his opponents… You have yet to face him, and only after meeting him in battle will you understand his strength. Junior Brother Feng may have met him a few times, but has never truly fought him. It’s understandable that you do not grasp how formidable he is."

As soon as Xu Qingfan appeared, Kylin was delighted, and Feng Qingtian Nine-Tails was surprised. Despite lacking a terrifying aura, he unknowingly changed the atmosphere of the entire occasion, becoming the focus among the world’s top figures. Although Niu Wenxing knew nothing of Xu Qingfan’s background and had only a vague understanding of the way of cultivation, he recognized that Xu Qingfan was undoubtedly one of the most notable figures, with much greater status and strength than Feng Qingtian.

So, hearing Xu Qingfan speak so seriously, I understood that Zhang Xusheng was not an ordinary opponent. I couldn’t help but ask, "Does this mean you have faced Zhang Xusheng many times?"

Xu Qingfan nodded and said, "We have tested each other’s strength a few times."

"What was the outcome?" Niu Wenxing asked eagerly. For many years, he had considered Zhang Xusheng as a rival, and now hearing specific news about him made him very concerned.

Xu Qingfan sighed sadly, "There were times I thought I escaped his tricks, only to find I had fallen into an even bigger trap. There were times I believed I used him, but in reality, he used me, and I walked right into it."

After hearing Xu Qingfan’s words, Niu Wenxing’s expression became serious. Xu Qingfan did not seem like a fool; being able to play Xu Qingfan like that showed that Zhang Xusheng’s cunning was extraordinary.

However, in an instant, Niu Wenxing collected his thoughts and asked Xu Qingfan, "May I ask, what brings you here this time? You are the senior brother of my young master, so we are like family. Once my young master has killed these two kylin, everything except their two inner cores will belong to you. What do you say?"

Xu Qingfan sighed, "Unfortunately, I have a bond with these two kylin. I came here to protect them. If Junior Brother Feng could be merciful, I would be extremely grateful and would repay you in the future."

"Drip… Drip… Drip…"

Suddenly, the sound of dripping water was heard. Everyone looked to see that Feng Qingtian’s fists were clenched so tightly that his nails were digging into his palms, and blood was dripping to the ground.

After hearing Xu Qingfan’s words, Feng Qingtian knew there was no way he could go after these two kylin this time. He watched as Niu Wenxing’s plan, which had been designed for many years, was about to succeed, and he was about to leap to a power equal to Zhang Xusheng, with revenge in sight. But unexpectedly, he was completely thwarted by Xu Qingfan.

But what could he do if he didn’t agree? Xu Qingfan’s strength was far greater than his own, and he understood that Xu Qingfan’s skills were incredible and magical, not at all inferior to his. Plus, Xu Qingfan had a mid-level heavenly demon beast with him. To resist would only bring humiliation, and someone like Feng Qingtian could never allow himself to be humiliated like that.

However, even though Xu Qingfan’s words seemed like a question, they were unquestionable. In the end, he made the decision for Feng Qingtian, which felt like a blatant insult to him.

At this moment, in Feng Qingtian’s eyes, his hatred for Xu Qingfan was almost equal to that towards Zhang Xusheng.

Taking a deep breath, a look of determination flashed in Feng Qingtian’s eyes as his aura slowly began to spread. He was about to walk towards Xu Qingfan, ready to fight.

However, just as Feng Qingtian took a step forward, Niu Wenxing stopped him.

"Young Master, if you endure for a moment, we will have better opportunities in the future. If you are not his match, fighting him now is not worth it at all."

Niu Wenxing quietly said in Feng Qingtian’s ear.

Feng Qingtian appeared to trust Niu Wenxing immensely. He took a deep breath, let it out slowly, glared fiercely at Xu Qingfan, and turned to the nine-tailed fox, saying, "Let’s go!"

As they spoke, they lifted Niu Wenxing’s body and were about to leave.

"Wait a moment." Just then, Xu Qingfan suddenly spoke up, "Junior Brother Feng, you see, I have hit it off with Mr. Niu. Parting so suddenly is a bit sad. How about Mr. Niu comes with me for a trip to the East Sea?"

Hearing Xu Qingfan’s words, Feng Qingtian turned around sharply, his eyes cold as ice, yet almost seemed to blaze with fire.