Chapter 288: After Xiao Xuan's Death, Everyone Has Xiao Xuan's Courage
In the deep and dark void of the spatial wormhole, a streak of silver light streaked across, cutting through the still and silent space.
Inside the control room of the spatial ship, Xiao Yi Xian stood with her jade like hand resting on a crystal orb, skillfully piloting the entire vessel.
Unlike the crude and basic spatial ships, this was a mid sized vessel, equipped with a separate control room and luxuriously adorned cabins. It was far superior to those smaller ships that could only be controlled from the bow. Of course, its price was several times higher as well.
Xiao Yi Xian's red lips were slightly pursed, and her snow white hair gently fluttered. Although her beauty wasn't as perfect and enchanting as Medusa's, she exuded a calming and graceful warmth.
After she had gained control over her Woeful Poison Body, the cold and indifferent sharpness that once lingered in her brows had gradually faded, allowing her to return to the captivating gentleness that could entrance anyone.
"Ah… What are you doing?" Xiao Yi Xian suddenly trembled, letting out a startled cry.
Behind her, Lu Bu chuckled mischievously, wrapping his arms around her soft and delicate waist.
"This ship is pretty large. I'm worried you'll get tired, so I'll help you control it," Lu Bu said, feeling the supple willow like waist in his arms. His eyes slightly narrowed, thoroughly enjoying the sensation.
As he spoke, Lu Bu raised his arm and gently placed his hand atop Xiao Yi Xian's on the crystal orb.
A faint blush appeared on Xiao Yi Xian's pale and delicate face. She didn't call him out for his sneaky behavior, letting him hold her as he pleased.
After all, it was just a hug nothing more would happen. It was fine.
"Where exactly in the northern region of Central Plains are we going?" Xiao Yi Xian's voice quivered slightly as the warmth in her heart caused her to lose her usual composure.
"To the Yi Snake Mountain Range," Lu Bu raised an eyebrow and replied softly.
This wouldn't do Xiao Yi Xian was too easily flustered. How was he supposed to achieve his goal of "one big, happy bed" in the future?
He needed to help her become more comfortable!
Thinking this, Lu Bu leaned his head into Xiao Yi Xian's silky, snow white hair, the faint and elegant fragrance immediately filling his nose.
"Yi Snake Mountain Range? What kind of place is that?" Xiao Yi Xian asked, her flushed cheeks growing rosy once more. She felt happy from Lu Bu's intimacy but was also undeniably shy.
Although she had already established a relationship with Lu Bu, this level of closeness was still unfamiliar to her.
Back when they were in the Northwest Continent, they had confirmed their feelings for each other for only a few short months before being separated for a year due to the Soul Hall. Thinking about it now, she couldn't help but grit her teeth in frustration.
That damn Soul Hall!
"There's a clan there with the surname She. They have a respectable level of strength and an ancestor at the Dou Zun level. That ancestor possesses a Seven Colored Primordial Stone," Lu Bu explained. "I plan to inquire about the origins of their stone."
"While this clan's strength is only average, their background is quite significant. Rumor has it that they have some connections to the Scarlet Scaled Viper Clan of the Beast Realm. It's worth probing them a bit."
This information came from the intel provided by the Pill Tower. Lu Bu wasn't just interested in their Seven Colored Primordial Stone he was even more curious about where they had obtained it.
Seven Colored Primordial Stones were not easy to acquire. They were rare artifacts formed only after the death of a Seven Colored Swallowing Python, carrying immense allure for serpent type magical beasts.
In the original storyline, Xiao Yan had paid a steep price two eighth tier pills with three colored Dan Lightning just to obtain one stone at a spatial trading convention.
While part of that was due to the trading convention's attendees deliberately driving up the price, it also showcased just how valuable these stones were.
"I see…" Xiao Yi Xian nodded lightly, understanding the intricacies behind their journey to find the Seven Colored Primordial Stone for Medusa.
"What's the level of the strongest member in this clan?" Xiao Yi Xian asked softly.
"A Two Star Dou Zun," Lu Bu replied, raising an eyebrow. Incidentally, the Yi Snake Mountain Range was located within the sphere of influence of the Falling Star Pavilion. He wondered what kind of relationship the two factions had.
"A Two Star Dou Zun?" Xiao Yi Xian blinked in mild surprise. That wasn't very impressive.
Lu Bu had already prepared the Dissipation Pill for her. Once she found the right moment to take it, she could easily advance to the Two Star Dou Zun level. However, she wasn't planning to use it just yet.
The Two Star Dou Zun level was something she could achieve naturally in a few days. It would be better to save the pill for breaking through to the Three Star Dou Zun stage instead.
"Hmm? Lu Bu, there seems to be a familiar aura up ahead," Xiao Yi Xian suddenly said, a hint of curiosity flashing across her delicate face.
"Oh?" Lu Bu raised an eyebrow and focused his gaze forward. Sure enough, he spotted two figures aboard the spatial ship ahead a black robed young man and a crimson robed elder.
"Ah, it's Xiao Yan…"
A peculiar smile crept across Lu Bu's face. How coincidental to run into that kid here.
"Let's follow them and see what they're up to," Lu Bu chuckled softly.
Xiao Yi Xian nodded slightly, her fair hands glowing with Dou Qi as she deftly piloted their ship to trail behind the one ahead at a safe distance.
…
Onboard the ship ahead, Xiao Yan stood alongside the Crimson Flame Elder of the Burning Flame Valley at the ship's bow.
"So, Lu Bu has connections with the Falling Star Pavilion?" The Crimson Flame Elder seemed slightly taken aback. It appeared his Burning Flame Valley had no chance of recruiting this alchemist prodigy.
The young Lu Bu had already reached the seventh tier as an alchemist by the age of twenty. With time, his future accomplishments in the eighth or even ninth tier would undoubtedly shake the Central Plains.
Yet it was unfortunate Burning Flame Valley could never form a close relationship with him unless their young mistress, Huo Er, somehow entered into a union with him…
As the Crimson Flame Elder entertained this strange yet reasonable thought, Xiao Yan spoke modestly, "It's merely a connection passed down from my teacher."
Standing nearby, Lin Yan's mouth twitched. Xiao Yan was clearly enjoying his act of posing as Lu Bu a little too much.
"What about the Heavenly Flame Three Mysterious Transformations?" the Crimson Flame Elder hesitated before asking.
"Please don't worry, Elder. As Lu Bu, I am not one to go back on my word," Xiao Yan replied with a smile. "I have already promised not to share the technique with others."
"I trust you, Lu Bu," the Crimson Flame Elder said, nodding respectfully. This young man had even disclosed his master's background and sect history, which showed a great deal of sincerity.
As the two conversed, a massive silver ring of light came into view in the distance.
"Cough, we're approaching the exit of the spatial wormhole," Lin Yan announced from the control station.
"I've already contacted Elder Feng of the Falling Star Pavilion. Elder, why not join us as a guest at the pavilion?" Xiao Yan said with a polite smile, extending a warm invitation. It was the perfect opportunity for Lin Yan, who also practiced fire attribute Dou Qi, to receive some guidance from the elder.
"Well, then I shall gratefully accept," the Crimson Flame Elder replied with a laugh. This was a chance to connect with the Falling Star Pavilion and observe Elder Feng firsthand.
Amid the pleasant exchange, the spatial ship trembled gently, gradually leaving the boundless void of the wormhole behind.
"We're finally about to arrive at the Falling Star Pavilion…" Xiao Yan murmured, narrowing his eyes slightly as he stretched his body.
Once he entered the pavilion, it would be time to begin refining the Bone Chilling Flame, enhancing both his strength and his cultivation technique.
Within the dark and boundless void of a spatial wormhole, a streak of silver light shot past, cutting through the silent and mysterious space.
Inside the control room of the spatial ship, Xiao Yi Xian stood with her jade like hand placed on a crystal orb, skillfully piloting the vessel.
Unlike the crude and basic spatial ships, this mid sized ship was equipped with a dedicated control room and luxurious cabins, far superior to the smaller models that could only be controlled from the bow. Of course, its cost was also several times higher.
Xiao Yi Xian pursed her lips slightly, her snow white hair gently fluttering. While her beauty wasn't as perfect and enchanting as Medusa's, she exuded a calm and graceful warmth.
After gaining control of her Woeful Poison Body, the cold and indifferent sharpness that once lingered in her brows had faded away, restoring the gentle and soothing aura that had always been her hallmark.
"Ah... what are you doing?" Xiao Yi Xian suddenly shivered, letting out a startled cry.
Behind her, Lu Bu chuckled mischievously and wrapped his arms around her slender, soft waist.
"This ship is pretty large. I'm worried you'll get tired, so I'm here to help you pilot it," Lu Bu said, savoring the delicate, willow like waist in his arms. His eyes slightly narrowed in satisfaction, enjoying the sensation.
As he spoke, Lu Bu's arm moved forward and rested on Xiao Yi Xian's hand atop the crystal orb.
A faint blush crept onto Xiao Yi Xian's pale and delicate face, but she didn't call him out for his sneaky behavior, letting him hold her as he pleased.
After all, it was just a hug nothing more. It was fine.
"Where are we going in the northern region of the Central Plains?" Xiao Yi Xian asked softly, her voice trembling slightly from the warmth in her heart. The intimate gesture left her feeling flustered and uncharacteristically distracted.
"To the Yi Snake Mountain Range," Lu Bu replied, raising an eyebrow and speaking softly.
This wouldn't do. Xiao Yi Xian was too easily embarrassed. How could he ever hope to share a bed with her and others in the future?
He needed to help her grow more comfortable!
Thinking this, Lu Bu leaned forward and buried his head in Xiao Yi Xian's snow white, silky hair, breathing in the faint and elegant fragrance that filled the air around her.
"Yi Snake Mountain Range? What kind of place is that?" Xiao Yi Xian asked, her face turning rosy again. While she was pleased with Lu Bu's affectionate actions, she couldn't help but feel shy.
Although their relationship was well established, this level of closeness still felt new to her.
Back when they were in the Northwest Continent, their relationship had only lasted a few short months before they were forced apart for over a year due to the Soul Hall. Thinking about it now, she couldn't help but grit her teeth in frustration.
Damn Soul Hall!
"There's a She clan in the Yi Snake Mountain Range. They're fairly powerful and have an ancestor at the Dou Zun level who possesses a Seven Colored Primordial Stone," Lu Bu explained. "I plan to ask them about its origins."
"While their clan isn't particularly strong, their background is significant. Rumor has it that they're connected to the Scarlet Scaled Viper Clan in the Beast Realm. It's worth digging into their roots a bit."
This information came from the Pill Tower. Lu Bu wasn't just interested in the Seven Colored Primordial Stone; he was even more curious about its origins.
Seven Colored Primordial Stones were rare treasures, formed only under specific conditions following the death of a Seven Colored Swallowing Python. For serpent type magical beasts, such stones had an almost irresistible allure.
In the original storyline, Xiao Yan had paid a steep price two eighth tier pills infused with three colored Dan Lightning just to obtain one stone at a spatial trading convention.
While part of this was due to the attendees deliberately driving up the price, it still highlighted how valuable the stones were.
"I see…" Xiao Yi Xian nodded slightly, understanding the background of this trip.
"What's the strongest level of power in this clan?" Xiao Yi Xian asked softly.
"A Two Star Dou Zun," Lu Bu answered. Coincidentally, the Yi Snake Mountain Range was located within the sphere of influence of the Falling Star Pavilion. He wondered how the two forces were connected.
"A Two Star Dou Zun?" Xiao Yi Xian blinked. That wasn't particularly strong.
Lu Bu had already prepared a Dissipation Pill for her. With it, she could easily advance to the Two Star Dou Zun level, though she didn't plan to use it just yet.
Advancing to Two Star Dou Zun was something she could accomplish naturally in a few days. It was better to save the pill for the breakthrough to Three Star Dou Zun instead.
"Hmm? Lu Bu, I think I sense a familiar aura up ahead," Xiao Yi Xian said suddenly, a hint of surprise flashing across her delicate face.
"Oh?" Lu Bu raised an eyebrow and focused his gaze forward. Sure enough, he spotted two figures aboard the spatial ship ahead a black robed young man and a crimson robed elder.
"Ah, it's Xiao Yan…"
A peculiar smile appeared on Lu Bu's face. What a coincidence to run into that kid here.
"Let's follow them and see what they're up to," Lu Bu said with a chuckle.
Xiao Yi Xian nodded slightly, her fair hands glowing with Dou Qi as she deftly piloted their ship to trail the one ahead at a safe distance.
…
Aboard the ship ahead, Xiao Yan stood alongside the Crimson Flame Elder of the Burning Flame Valley at the bow.
"So, Lu Bu has connections with the Falling Star Pavilion?" The Crimson Flame Elder seemed slightly surprised. It appeared that Burning Flame Valley had no chance of recruiting this talented alchemist.
The young Lu Bu had already reached the seventh tier as an alchemist by the age of twenty. If nurtured further, his future accomplishments in the eighth or even ninth tier were highly likely.
Still, it was unfortunate. Burning Flame Valley would never form a close bond with him unless their young mistress, Huo Er, somehow forged one…
The Crimson Flame Elder entertained this odd yet reasonable thought.
"It's merely my teacher's legacy…" Xiao Yan replied modestly.
Nearby, Lin Yan's mouth twitched. Xiao Yan really seemed to be enjoying his act as Lu Bu a little too much.
"We're almost at the Falling Star Pavilion," Lin Yan announced from the control station, coughing lightly.
"I've already contacted Elder Feng of the pavilion. Elder, why not join us as a guest at the Falling Star Pavilion?" Xiao Yan said with a polite smile, extending a warm invitation.
"Well then, I'll gladly accept," the Crimson Flame Elder replied with a laugh. This was an excellent opportunity to observe the Falling Star Pavilion up close and possibly establish a connection with them.
As the ship exited the spatial wormhole, Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes slightly and stretched.
Finally, he was nearing his destination. Once at the Falling Star Pavilion, it would be time to refine the Bone Chilling Flame and further enhance his strength and techniques.
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