Chapter 321: A Slight Misunderstanding

Chapter 321: A Slight Misunderstanding

The well-trained Dongwei People were defeated; those who died lay sprawled on the ground, while the survivors fled in a panic. Lin Nuo thought to himself that it was finally quiet, only to be met with “abuse.”

This “abuse” came from Luo Yi, the heir of Great 威天龙.

Lin Nuo couldn’t comprehend it.

Her rescue had nothing to do with him, Lin Nuo. This Luo Yi was a celestial being; perhaps she had saved the world in her previous life or something, acquiring the techniques of Great 威天龙—truly a high-defense contender, impervious to blades and able to counterattack. If it weren’t for the existence of Su Kexin, he might have thought she was the main character.

Luo Yi surviving was due to the shining emblem of Great 威天龙; what did that have to do with him?

So when did he save her?

Moreover, at that time, she was clearly the one being kidnapped, and Sun Feng had threatened them, claiming he would kill her.

Yet somehow, this Lin fellow still insisted they should go ahead and kill her.

How could this kind of scoundrel be classified as a knight? Is your knight someone who incites criminals to commit murder?

Unscientific, utterly unscientific.

Why drag him into this? Who went to save you? You’re the knight; your whole family is full of knights.

This was completely baseless, sheer slander.

Oh, if it’s slander, then it makes sense. Slander is an unfounded charge; anything can be pinned on him.

Facing Luo Xiaoxue’s fervent gratitude, Lin Nuo waved his hands repeatedly:

“Stop the nonsense. I didn’t save you.”

“Ah, I know the style of Knight Lin. Practical, humble, uninterested in fame or accolades, but just because you refuse to acknowledge it doesn’t mean I won’t be grateful!”

“What do you know?”

Lin Nuo felt confused, a sinister premonition creeping in.

This wasn’t about him being caught for wrongdoing but about being mistakenly awarded the heroic reputation of a knight.

This wasn’t the first time either; he couldn’t even count how many times this had happened.

“Ha ha, Knight Lin is testing me, isn’t he? Though I’m far from your level, I’m doing my best to catch up. First, I must guess your plans and intentions!”

“No, what do you know…”

In Luo Xiaoxue’s eyes, Lin Nuo was a mentor, asking her questions to help her find the answers.

However, from Lin Nuo’s perspective, he was just a newbie.

A completely clueless newbie.

“I will explain the intricacies to you, and if there’s any discrepancy with the truth, I respectfully ask Knight Lin to correct me.”

Luo Xiaoxue smiled proudly, pulling a golden charm from her dress.

“Knight Lin, do you remember this charm?”

“What is this?”

“Ah, Knight Lin, you’re being too humble! This is the charm you said was useless last time, which you ultimately gave to me.”

“Oh, that one.”

Lin Nuo remembered how that charm had been a used-up one. What’s this? Are you going to recycle your trash?

“So, what do you want to say?” Lin Nuo asked.

“Just now when the Dongwei People attacked me, a golden light appeared, and they were repelled by a powerful force.”

“Really? You just realized this?”

Good grief, after living so long, you only realize your own abilities now? With such powerful techniques from Great 威天龙, if you had realized this sooner, you’d have reached enlightenment ages ago.

“Yes, I’m foolish and slow-witted for only realizing it now. Please don’t laugh at me, Knight Lin.”

“So you’re cursing me and then asking me not to mock you?”

“Huh? I didn’t curse Knight Lin!”

“Forget it, you can just call me young master.”

“Alright, Knight Lin, young master.”

“…”

Is your hometown Zhu’an or something? That’s calling me names!

“Remove the knight title; you didn’t call me that before.”

“Then, Young Master Lin, because my abilities are limited, I didn’t meet your expectations.”

“I have no expectations; this was entirely your matter.”

Lin Nuo stated, your skills were just discovered now. Being slow-witted is one thing, but it has nothing to do with me; why would I have any expectations?

“Okay, okay.”

Luo Xiaoxue chuckled and continued,

“Here’s the thing, I now realize that my survival relies entirely on Knight Lin’s charm.”

“What???!!!”

Lin Nuo was utterly confused. What on earth? What could this crummy charm possibly have to do with your miraculous survival?

“Please don’t hide it, Young Master Lin. I’ve already guessed it. Actually, Knight Lin deliberately claimed the charm was useless so that I would accept it without worry. When I was in peril, Young Master Lin remained completely calm, composed, even enraging the Dongwei People, as he must’ve already predicted the charm would turn danger into safety! This was all part of Young Master Lin’s plan, right?”

“???!!!”

What the heck? How did you connect that useless charm to your survival?

If I had such a powerful charm, I’d have wiped out those Dongwei People already; there’s no way I’d end up being chased down the street.

“Seeing me weak, you specially took care of me! Once again, I’m grateful to you for your help, Young Master Lin!”

“No, that’s not my doing…”

“You’re being too humble, Young Master Lin. Although there’s a slight discrepancy between my guess and the facts, outright denying it is just overdoing it,” Luo Xiaoxue laughed.

“……”

That’s not just slightly off; it’s a million miles away!

This is utterly ridiculous; it’s all random nonsense.

Lin Nuo quickly said:

“Actually, that was your ability, and it has nothing to do with the charm.”

“Impossible! How could I have such an ability? Besides, that golden light was a charm; it’s golden, and the light from the charm makes perfect sense!”

“That makes no sense… Forget it, I’ll just tear the charm.”

“No way! It was given to me by Young Master Lin, so I will never return it!”

Luo Xiaoxue quickly stored the charm away. There was no way she’d return it, especially not tear it up.

Lin Nuo felt helpless. Fine, as long as she’s happy.

“Got it.”

Qin Shili had already walked over. Hearing Luo Xiaoxue’s explanation, she seemed contemplative.

Lin Nuo glanced at Qin Shili. Good, now there was someone reasonable around to talk to.

“Second Martial Sister, you saw that charm too; it’s already expired. How could it be so effective?”

“Indeed, it does seem expired, but…”

Qin Shili switched directions in her tone.

“If it’s your charm, the apparent expiration might just be a disguise. It’s completely reasonable that it has hidden abilities.”

“Where is the disguise? It’s expired…”

“Then are you saying I’ve been serving you all this time, and you give that precious item to her?”

Qin Shili’s cold words were like sharp ice pricking Lin Nuo rapidly.

“I’ve also served Young Master Lin! Besides, you’re so strong, you don’t need Young Master Lin to protect you!” Luo Xiaoxue declared proudly.

“Lin Nuo, what do you think? Are you feeling guilty towards me?”

Qin Shili ignored Lin Nuo and continued with her icy gaze, examining him like a betraying scoundrel.

Lin Nuo: “…”

Isn’t your focus a bit misplaced?