Chapter 770 (1/2)
Chapter 770: Tagging Along
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Under the moonlight, Mu Chen was beaming at the girl, who was staring back at him with a pair of glistening, marble-like eyes. He could not help but feel his face stiffen. Apparently, he had not expected that he would invite trouble upon himself.
Indeed, if this dazzling girl in front of him could be his travel companion, it was something that most people would wish for. But, as he sensed the mystery hanging over the two of them, he did not want to deal with it too much.
Before he could say anything, Gu Lin, on the other side of him, rejected the idea immediately, “No way!”
If their parents knew that Cai Xiao was participating in the Dragon-Phoenix Rift, on top of that, along with a stranger, they probably would skin him alive. Mu Chen heaved a sigh of relief, when Gu Lin objected.
He nodded with agreement, and said frankly, “Sorry, we do not know each other that well yet. I guess it is not only uncomfortable for both of you, but it is also the same for me.”
Upon hearing this, Gu Lin threw him a glance, subtly expressing a look that said: “I’m glad you know it”, but Mu Chen pretended not to have seen it.
Cai Xiao sat with her long slender legs curled up, resting her sharp chin on her knees. She looked over to Gu Lin and Mu Chen with her lovely eyes, and said, “Objection is overruled. I’ve already decided. Even if you are not bringing me along, I can always find someone else. I don’t see why I cannot find someone to lead the way, since everyone is heading to the Dragon-Phoenix Rift now.”
Mu Chen shrugged his shoulder, as he was indifferent about it. As long as he was not the one, she could find anyone she liked. Gu Lin, still on the other side, and whose face had turned grey, cried out, “Sis, you are creating trouble for me!”
As he sounded extremely desolate, Mu Chen could not help but grin. Although this fellow possessed a terrifying ability, he seemed to be powerless in front of this young girl.
Cai Xiao smilingly said, “You have two choices now. Get him to lead the way, or I will find someone else.”
Gu Lin’s delicate face was quivering, as he knew his sister’s character too well. The moment she decided on one thing, no other persuasion could change her mind.
“I will take my leave first.”
Sensing the trouble, Mu Chen gave a chuckle and turned around. Just as he moved, a hand was on his shoulder.
Mu Chen jerked his head and saw Gu Lin, tears welling up in his eyes. Mu Chen bit his teeth and said, “Bro, I’ve already given you five drips of the Ancient Flaming Dragon Blood, so don’t rip me off anymore.”
He was not kidding when he said this. This girl before him possessed a similar beauty as Luo Li, except for the difference in their dispositions.
Luo Li had more of a cold and desolate type of personality, while Cai Xiao was bewitching and mesmerizing by nature. Basically, a “danger zone” was always formed around this type of girl, especially one with such beauty. If she tagged along with him, he could foresee that she would bring a lot of inconvenience to him.
“Choose the lesser of two evils.” Gu Lin patted Mu Chen’s shoulder, his face filled with regret.
Mu Chen could not help but roll his eyes. “Can you really trust me with her?”
Mulling over putting a charming girl under the care of someone they barely knew, Mu Chen could not really understand what this fellow was thinking. Moreover, based on Cai Xiao’s Spiritual Energy fluctuation, her ability was not as supreme as that of Gu Lin.
“Rest assured that, the one who can take advantage of my sister has not born yet,” Gu Lin laughed and said secretively. “You might lose out big time, if you look down on her.”
Mu Chen was stunned for a moment, and could not help but look at Cai Xiao again.
“Bro, help me out, just this time. Even we have not known each other for long, and I already think you are more trustworthy than many others.” Gu Lin smiled again, and continued, “If someone, who has lost five drips of his Ancient Flaming Dragon Blood due to extortion, can remain calm while talking to us, then this is not someone with merely an ordinary magnanimity.”
“And, of course, the most important thing is….,” he pointed at Cai Xiao, “My sister has extremely sharp senses. If she can accept you, then there will be no issues.”
Mu Chen pouted. Apparently, he could not agree to this last reason.
“Can I refuse?” Mu Chen asked resignedly, rubbing the spot between his eyebrows.
Cai Xiao smiled brightly, and said, “If you do, I will have to trap you here till the Dragon-Phoenix Rift ends.”
“Ok, I will agree.” Mu Chen nodded, without hesitation in his voice, as he knew all too well that a wise man does not fight when the odds are against him. He did not doubt her words for it. Based on her ability now, as compared to his, she was definitely capable of doing it.
“Clever.” Cai Xiao gave a sweet smile. All her smiles exuded a bewitching charm that could stun anyone. It was lucky that Mu Chen had a strong-will, and he managed to keep his manner in front of her.
“Don’t worry. It is not a bad thing that I come along with you. Although my ability has its limitation, for now, due to my body condition, I will not be getting in your way. Like what you have mentioned, the younger generation from the North Territory, who are participating in the Dragon-Phoenix Rift, are the cream of the crop. I am sure they all have extraordinary abilities. Who knows, you might need my help then.”
As she finished her sentence, she clapped her hands, cunningness flashing across her eyes, “In conclusion, you will have more advantages than disadvantages, if you lead the way. So, you have no reason to refuse.”
Mu Chen was speechless. Gu Lin, on the other hand, patted his shoulder sympathetically, “See, I told you! You can’t win against my sis. Better to resign to your fate.”
Mu Chen rolled his eyes. Since this matter had been cast in stone, he was too lazy to ponder over it, but instead asked, “When can we go?”
“Rest for a night. We will continue on our way tomorrow,” Gu Lin quickly said, for fear that Cai Xiao would just leave with Mu Chen immediately.