svetikya Chapter 103 Humanity's Sorrow
Chapter 103 Humanity's Sorrow
Chapter 104 Humanity's Sorrow
"This kid's got something special!"
Just as Ling Ying was anticipating some "horrible" event, the item Xiao Yan took out the next moment stunned him, and he subconsciously made a sound.
When? Under what circumstances? No! It should be said that this thing should never be taken out under any circumstances!
A human skull?!
This thing can be a gift?!
Ling Ying couldn't help but look at her young mistress.
Xiao Xun'er was clearly taken aback; this was completely beyond her expectations.
"This is a legacy left by a benefactor I met in the Monster Mountain Range, and it has great—great sentimental value for me."
Xiao Yan met Xiao Xun'er's eyes with a frank gaze, but when he looked at the skull—Xiao Yan glanced at the soul bone, then couldn't help but try to look away.
This thing is arguably the most valuable thing he currently possesses, not only because it has rare spiritual attributes, but also because it is 60,000 years old.
Although it cannot compare to a soul bone that has lasted for ten thousand years, but—
Okay, I still feel I'm not good enough for Xun'er.
I can't just take my own arms and legs and give them to Xun'er, can I?
Although the soul bone was ugly, terrifying, and somewhat inappropriate, it was indeed the most valuable gift he could give.
Just as he was thinking this, Xiao Yan felt his hand suddenly lighten.
Jian Xun'er held the skull in her hands, her eyes lingering on it for a moment before she gently looked at Xiao Yan.
A knowing smile played on her lips. "I understand what Brother Xiao Yan means."
"Oh?"
Xiao Yan looked somewhat bewildered.
What does it mean? What do you mean?
What other deeper meaning could there be in sending a skull?
But seeing that Xiao Xun'er seemed to have figured something out on her own and accepted his gift with satisfaction, that should be a good thing, and the faint sense of oppression completely dissipated.
Although I don't know what Xun'er was thinking, it seems like she got away with it?! And the result was good!
Xiao Yan's body relaxed almost imperceptibly, and his gaze fell on the scroll of secret manual on the stone table.
Body-refining techniques—no, more accurately, combat skills—are used to enhance physical constitution through special methods, without conflicting with one's main cultivation method. And the name of this combat skill is...!
The Myriad Transformations of the Spirit Wood Body
However, the grade wasn't specified, presumably deliberately omitted by Xun'er. If it's not written, it's as if it doesn't exist. But given Xun'er's abilities, what she produced was at least superior to her own cultivation technique.
High-grade Xuan level? Or even higher.
"By the way, Xun'er, this bone has other uses."
Xiao Yan suddenly looked away from the fighting skills and looked at Xiao Xun'er, who was preparing to put away the skull.
He then explained the unique characteristics of the soul bone, which allowed him to integrate it into himself and develop a unique fighting technique.
As for the rank of combat skills one can comprehend, if it's an attack technique, then it's Xuan rank; if it's an enhancement technique, then it's Di rank!
Of course, Xun'er would have absolutely no use for it. If Xun'er were to refine it, the power of the soul bone would probably be burned away by the Golden Emperor's Burning Heaven Flame as impurities before it even touched the bone.
Saying this will be useful in the future.
"Is it possible to merge with oneself and learn a fighting technique on one's own? Even the Xiao family doesn't have any Earth-rank techniques—and they are very rare. It seems that Brother Xiao Yan isn't just making up some strange things."
Xiao Xun'er looked at the skull with a sense of curiosity and wonder, not quite understanding the specific principles behind it, but relying solely on Xiao Yan's description.
Could the fighting skill brought by this bone be in the range of Xuan rank or even Di rank? This kind of treasure is already no less valuable than the low-grade Di rank body-refining fighting skill I gave myself.
Brother Xiao Yan made a careful selection.
Then let's forgive him a little bit.
Thinking about it, Xiao Xun'er's eyebrows curved even more, while Ling Ying secretly heard this description.
He thought about it and didn't have much doubt either.
Firstly, this kid has no reason to lie to his young lady. At most, he might exaggerate the facts. There are very few Earth-rank cultivators in this region, not even himself. Secondly, the Dou Qi Continent is vast and boundless, with all sorts of secret techniques. Because the young lady came to the Jia Ma Empire, the ancient clans have inquired about the surrounding empires, sects, and even some hidden lineages. It seems they are also interested in fighting techniques like those of the Golden Goose Sect.
This kid might actually have inherited the Fighting King's legacy from the Golden Goose Sect!
"In that case, we were lucky."
But there's one problem: Earth-rank items aren't so easy to come by.
They really think they're an ancient tribe!
Thinking of the Earth Rank, his gaze fell on the body-refining combat technique on the stone table, and he couldn't help but feel a little pained. It was something he had spent many years of contribution points to exchange for, and under the young lady's instructions, he also had to avoid attracting the attention of the clan!
He finally revealed all his secrets, but—
Ling Ying narrowed her eyes.
This kid is definitely hiding something.
Previously, he appeared to be at the Dou Zhe stage, but now his level is somewhat blurry, and it's impossible to directly discern his specific cultivation level.
The fact that he could produce such a strange skull suggests that he may have absorbed similar bones, the effect of which should be reflected in the ability to conceal one's presence.
Based on her previous cultivation level, she is currently around three to five stars in the Dou Zhe realm. With such talent, as long as she doesn't perish along the way, she will be able to thrive under the care of the young lady in the future.
They should be able to grow to a very high level, at least—they will go further than they are now.
This investment wasn't a complete loss.
Even if this kid isn't up to par, Miss will make it up to him later. Miss's promises to him are absolutely reliable!
But the brutality he had anticipated didn't happen, which was a bit of a shame.
The gift incident quickly passed.
In the time that followed, Xiao Yan clearly felt that the atmosphere between the two had returned to the natural way they used to interact.
Although Xun'er still wouldn't let him leave immediately, but—
It's almost dawn.
Before they knew it, the two had talked all night.
As the morning light rose, Xiao Xun'er finally couldn't help but yawn again, her eyes revealing obvious fatigue.
"Xun'er, it's time to rest," Xiao Yan said again.
"Um--"
This time, Xiao Xun'er didn't argue. She stood up, stretched her somewhat stiff body, and said with a satisfied, languid expression, "Xun'er is sleepy—Brother Xiao Yan, you should go back and rest too."
Seeing that she relented, Xiao Yan's eyes flickered slightly. He was just about to respond and leave when he heard her clear voice again: "But remember what happened the day after tomorrow, otherwise—Xun'er will never forgive Brother Xiao Yan."
After saying this, Xiao Xun'er turned and walked towards her room, her figure still swaying slightly.
Looking at the dazed yet still warning figure from behind.
Xiao Yan smiled helplessly, but before he could step forward to help, two white figures darted out from inside the door—Big Rabbit and Little Rabbit.
The two rabbits worked together seamlessly.
One gently held Xun'er's skirt in its mouth to guide her, while the other deftly braced its head against the door.
After the master went in, he quickly and neatly closed the door, looking every bit like a personal servant.
But vaguely, Xiao Yan even sensed that the two rabbits glanced in his direction as they closed the door.
Compared to the fear and wariness before, there was now a hint of awe and worship in his eyes.
"This rabbit—it's practically become a spirit."
Xiao Yan raised an eyebrow slightly. Though he said this, he felt relieved. He could finally leave.
They talked all night, but it was almost entirely Xun'er's one-sided story; he mostly listened and addressed the issues.
"But I have to eat again!"
A smile played on his lips as he picked up the "Myriad Transformations Spirit Wood Body" combat technique scroll, put it away, and left quickly and contentedly!
This makes the probability even higher!