Chapter 50 - Xiao Leng (2/2)

“Ugh….”

Qin Nan let out a wry smile; although his expression did not budge while facing Ling Zixiao and Mo Li—these two great enemies—he was clueless how to deal with Xiao Qingxue’s ruthlessness.

After letting out a sigh, Qin Nan accepted the Escape Orb, and said in a serious tone, “Qingxue, don’t worry. I will remember your kindness with all my heart.”

Qin Nan said these words sincerely.

Xiao Qingxue had always been helping him at crucial moments—at Lingshui City, or the Escape Orb this time.

This friendship should be taken care of preciously.

“There you go.” Xiao Qingxue’s face turned joyful, as she giggled and said, “By the way, let me introduce you to someone. This is my brother, Xiao Leng; he’s also a new disciple. During the Trial of Versatility, you two can befriend and help each other.”

Qin Nan had understood Xiao Qingxue’s intentions; he brought his fists together toward Xiao Leng and said, “I’m Qin Nan. Nice to meet you. I hope Brother Xiao would keep an eye on me.”

Xiao Leng glanced at Qin Nan coldly; he appeared to be not too fond of Qin Nan, and said in an icy tone, with a hint of disdain, “That won’t be necessary. Who among the new disciples haven't heard of the famous Qin Nan? I have no idea where you got the courage from to go and offend Ling Zixiao.”

Qin Nan was slightly stunned.

Xiao Qingxue’s expression changed instantly as she snapped, “Xiao Leng, mind your attitude. Apologize to Qin Nan now!”

“Apologize? I won’t apologize. I’m just speaking the truth.” Xiao Leng smirked coldly and said, “Qin Nan, your cultivation base is merely of the fifth-layer Body Tempering Realm. Your Martial Spirit is only eighth-grade Huang ranked. Apart from having a greater Martial Talent than Ling Zixiao, how are you comparable to Ling Zixiao in other areas?”

Qin Nan collected his thoughts and smiled gently as he said, “I’m indeed not worthy enough to be compared with Ling Zixiao.”

“Looks like you still have some sense of self-awareness.” Xiao Leng took a glimpse at Qin Nan and said, “You’re a talent my sister discovered. Let me give you a piece of advice: the Trial of Versatility is not about Martial Talent, but rather will be testing your capabilities. With your current fifth-layer Body Tempering Realm and eighth-grade Huang ranked Martial Spirit, your death is inevitable if you bump into Ling Zixiao. Therefore, it’s better if you lower your head and apologize to Ling Zixiao before the trial starts. Those who act in anticipation of the future are wise.”

Xiao Leng then said, “That’s all I have to say.”

After finishing this sentence, Xiao Leng did not give Xiao Qingxue a chance to speak; with a flash, his figure disappeared in the two’s vision.

Upon seeing this, Xiao Qingxue did not have a pleasant expression; in a low voice she said, “Qin Nan, don’t be bothered on account of my brother. He has been conceited since he was young, so there’s some flaws in his personality…”

“That’s fine.”

Qin Nan let out a gentle smile; even though Xiao Leng’s words made Qin Nan uncomfortable, he would not have a grudge against him.

It was because Xiao Leng was Xiao Qingxue’s brother; it was a way for Qin Nan to show his respect toward Xiao Qingxue.

After making sure Qin Nan was not angry, Xiao Qingxue let out a relieved sigh, and continued to advise, “Qin Nan, please be careful in the Trial of Versatility, and avoid acting on impulse. To be harsh, although your Martial Talent is outstanding among the disciples,it has only been a month since you started cultivating, thus your cultivation base is still too weak compared to theirs. Therefore, try to be more forbearing…”

As she said that, Xiao Qingxue realized Qin Nan was looking at her with a weird expression; she hesitated for a while, and her face turned red.

What is happening to me today? Why am I worrying so much, and speaking so much nonsense?

Why am I so worried for Qin Nan’s safety?

“Qin Nan is the genius I discovered—I am just admiring him, and hoping that he won’t die in the Trial of Versatility.” Xiao Qingxue tried to explain this to herself in her mind, but as she saw that Qin Nan was still staring at her with a weird expression, as if he knew exactly what she was thinking. This made her panic a little, and she immediately straightened her face, showing her prestige as a senior sister, “Junior Brother Qin Nan, do you understand?”

“Roger that, Senior Sister.” Qin Nan said with a serious face.

After seeing Qin Nan’s reaction, Xiao Qingxue could not help but laugh; she then said in a serious tone, “Qin Nan, I hope that you get a good ranking in this Trial of Versatility.”

Qin Nan went silent for a while, before he smiled and nodded his head. He then turned around and walked away.

Even though he did not say anything, he had made a promise in his heart.