15: Seeing through Xiao Xun'er, Yao Lao was excited.

Chapter 15: Xiao Xun'er Seen Through, Yao Lao Excited

Suspecting himself? The little girl is truly very concerned about Xiao Yan… After a brief thought, Soul Cang understood the reason and said indifferently, “Sister Gu Xun'er, what is your purpose?”

In his words, he emphasized the character 'Gu'.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xun'er's expression changed dramatically, then immediately returned to normal. She said, “What 'Gu'? I am Xiao Xun'er, Brother Soul Cang.”

“Alright, alright, you can fool others, but you can’t fool me,” Soul Cang said with a smile.

As he spoke, he looked towards a shadow on one side, “Elder Ling, aren’t you going to come out and meet me?”

A long moment passed.

The shadow trembled slightly, and a figure walked out. Ling Ying said, “Greetings, Young Master Soul Cang.”

“Mm,” Soul Cang nodded slightly in response.

Xiao Xun'er stared, “Not many in the clan know my identity. How did you figure it out?”

“You don't need to know how I know; that’s my secret. Anyway, you can rest assured, I won’t interfere with your search for the tuoshe ancient emperor jade,” Soul Cang said with a slight smile.

However, the smile on his face, in Xiao Xun'er’s eyes, seemed to be full of coldness.

In an instant, Xiao Xun'er felt all the hairs on her body stand on end, as if all her secrets had been seen through.

Soul Cang spoke again, “Sister Xun'er, I hope you remember one thing: since Xiao Yan calls me Big Brother, I cannot ignore him. You can do anything you want, but if you harm him, even the Ancient Clan… won’t be able to protect you!”

“Hmph, I would never harm Brother Xiao Yan!” Xiao Xun'er retorted.

After a pause, she also warned, “I’ll return the same words to you. Although the Soul Clan is strong, it is not without enemies!”

The two stared at each other, then both burst into laughter.

“Brother Soul Cang, were those questions you asked earlier some kind of secret code? Can you tell me?” Xiao Xun'er’s eyes showed a curious expression.

Ling Ying stretched his neck slightly, his gaze lingering on his Young Lady’s face for two seconds, looking a bit stunned.

He had been there the whole time, paying full attention.

Just a few breaths ago, his Young Lady and Soul Cang seemed on the verge of fighting, but now she was suddenly sweetly calling him Big Brother…

Ah, this… her face changed too quickly.

Soul Cang chuckled and shook his head, “It’s a secret.”

Hmph… Xiao Xun'er stomped her foot indignantly and turned to leave.

She had asked Brother Xiao Yan the same question, and the result was the same.

This made Xiao Xun'er very unhappy; Brother Xiao Yan actually had a secret with someone else.

She felt a tension, as if her beloved was about to be taken away.

“Young Master Soul Cang, I must take my leave.” Seeing his Young Lady depart, Ling Ying also bid farewell. After Soul Cang nodded, his figure disappeared into the darkness.

Yao Chen appeared again at some unknown time, gazing at the doorway, and said, “Is that little girl from the Ancient Clan?”

Soul Cang nodded.

No wonder I felt a unique aura about her that didn't belong in Wutan City… Yao Chen suddenly realized.

He tilted his head slightly and said, “You just mentioned the tuoshe ancient emperor jade. Is it the one I know?”

“Have you heard the saying, ‘The more you know, the deeper you fall’?” Soul Cang calmly met Yao Chen’s gaze and spoke.

Yao Chen immediately fell silent.

Curiosity was one thing, but sacrificing his freedom for it would not be worth the gain.

He was silent for a moment, then asked, “I’ve given you everything you wanted. When will you fulfill your promise about my body?”

Soul Cang thought for a moment and said, “After my second brother’s three-year agreement ends first.”

“Three years?”

Soul Cang said indifferently, “What, you’ve been in slumber for so long anyway, what’s another three years?”

“This old man’s value is only so much. If you use me up…” Yao Chen said.

“Do I look that much like a bad person?” Soul Cang felt helpless; this wasn’t the first time Yao Chen had said this.

Yao Chen nodded without hesitation. In his perception, not a single member of the Soul Clan was a good person.

“You’re generalizing,” Soul Cang sighed and said, “To be honest with you, I’ve already inquired about the body. There’s a Half-Saint skeleton that’s quite good, but the restriction hasn’t been lifted yet. If you really can’t wait, I can get you a Dou King skeleton right away.”

Half-Saint?!

Yao Chen’s eyes instantly widened!

As expected of someone from the Soul Clan, their information channels are truly vast. If I can use this skeleton and refine it with my own strength, I can definitely preserve all its effects.

In that case, wouldn’t I directly reach Half-Saint?

Such a good thing exists?!

Suddenly, Yao Chen couldn't remain calm. His soul body swayed, trembling with excitement.

After all, before Yao Chen died, his strength was only that of a Dou Venerate. It would take a long time to cultivate to the peak, let alone reach Half-Saint.

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“Hey, old man, is a Dou King okay? If you’re in a hurry, I’ll have someone send it to you now,” Soul Cang called out.

Yao Chen shivered, then sternly said, “How am I in a hurry? Don’t slander me; I just haven’t had anyone to chat with for too long, so I just complained a bit. You actually took it seriously.”

After a slight pause, he smiled and said, “Young Master Soul Cang, please keep a close eye on that Half-Saint skeleton…”

“You’re really not in a hurry anymore?” Soul Cang tilted his head and asked.

Yao Chen nodded, his frequency comparable to a pecking chick.

Soul Cang pondered, “If you’re not in a hurry, how about you help me with something?”

Hm? Yao Chen immediately became alert.

“Don’t worry, it’s a small matter, not very difficult. Besides, you should consider the value of a Half-Saint skeleton,” Soul Cang said with disdain, seeing his expression.

“You say it,” still unable to resist the temptation of a Half-Saint, Yao Chen spoke.

“You’ve seen my second brother; his soul power is quite strong. He has the makings of an Alchemist. Since you have nothing to do, why not take some time to teach him alchemy?” Soul Cang said calmly.

Yao Chen didn't speak. This wasn't a question of whether to teach or not, but rather, in the path of alchemy, teaching someone was equivalent to taking them as a disciple.

Over the past three years, Xiao Yan had left a good impression on him, except for occasionally flipping off the sky and saying, “I super love you guys.” Other than that, he was quite alright.

Even when met with cold stares, disdain, and various taunts, he still didn't give up on cultivation.

Speaking of which, he had quite enjoyed absorbing Dou Qi during those three years.

However… Yao Chen suddenly recalled that during this period, Xiao Yan would always complain about him to Soul Cang, which made him a little angry.

Soul Cang glanced at him and said indifferently, “If you agree, I’ll also entrust my second brother’s cultivation to you in the future. If he ever slacks off or disobeys, you can beat him however you like; I won’t interfere. I only care about the final result. How about it?”

Beat him however he likes… Yao Chen’s eyes instantly lit up, and he said, “Is that true?”

“Uh… true,” Soul Cang’s heart skipped a beat as he watched Yao Chen suddenly become excited, as if a switch had been flipped.

After the two settled the matter, that evening, Xiao Yan was called over by Soul Cang.

“Big Brother, you called for me?” Xiao Yan looked excited and expectant.

These past few days, he had received many benefits from Soul Cang, and his gratitude and respect for Soul Cang grew even stronger.

Soul Cang looked at Xiao Yan’s expression and suddenly felt a little reluctant to speak.

After all, after he intercepted Yao Chen, in these past few days, every time Xiao Yan cursed Yao Chen, it was truly heartfelt and sincere…