Chapter 328: Want to Know? I Have Good News!
Let’s just say, that Immortal Alliance member was not exactly a high roller. Think of them as the low-level temp worker at the office, barely able to notice Chen Leling’s unusual vibes.
If it were a real golden core cultivator with their sixth sense on hyper mode, they’d probably spot Chen Leling’s oddity in a heartbeat.
But keeping Chen Leling locked up indefinitely… Not so hot.
Chen Leling needs social time! She’s still a person, after all. Isolation can only last so long before you start craving human interaction and fresh air.
Xia Linglong had clearly thought this through. She told Yun Zhonghe she’d already contacted some sisters from the sect who specialized in beast taming. They would look into Chen Leling’s situation and hopefully help them find a solution.
No worries though; these ladies were super reliable and would keep everything hush-hush.
Xia Linglong’s preparation skills really impressed Yun Zhonghe. The thoughtfulness touched her heart deeply.
“Ahhh, there’s no need! I… I’m happy to do it…”
Yun Zhonghe’s sunny smile sent Xia Linglong’s heart into a frenzy. To calm herself, she messed with her hair and tried to avoid his intense gaze.
She felt her cheeks burning. Every inch touched by his eyes felt like it was on fire.
To distract herself, Xia Linglong swiftly changed the topic. “Well, let’s exchange contact info first. When we’re back at the sect, I’ll set up a meeting with the girls and then get back to you.”
Hastily, she pulled out her communication pendant but, too anxious, accidentally flung it away.
Thankfully, Chen Leling reacted fast—no surprise since she’s practically a quasi-yuan Ying level powerhouse.
Perhaps Chen Leling got used to Xia Linglong’s presence or maybe she just wanted to help. Regardless, Chen Leling caught the pendant in mid-air.
Xia Linglong gave Chen Leling a big thank you with a genuine smile. She looked at Chen Leling with friendliness now, perhaps remembering how she stepped up for the Eight-Foot Lady.
Xia Linglong was a grateful lady. A drop of water deserved a gushing spring in return.
Xia Linglong and Yun Zhonghe swapped contact info. She quickly served up some food she had prepared earlier, inviting both to dine.
As the heiress of a mega-rich family, Xia Linglong sure knew how to treat people. Even if it was a regular meal, she made sure it looked and tasted amazing.
And get this—there was actual spiritual energy in it! It was like eating a feast while being massaged by invisible fairies.
Chen Leling loved every bite, and Yun Zhonghe raved non-stop about it.
Yun Zhonghe had high standards for cooking—especially after getting used to Jiuer’s exquisite meals. But this food blew everything else out of the water. He even proclaimed it the best meal he ever had!
Then he heard Xia Linglong cooked this herself? Shocked doesn’t cover it.
This woman was too good to be true!
Beautiful, in fantastic shape, ultra-wealthy… these qualities alone could make any guy drool.
But wait, there’s more! Xia Linglong was kind and capable too. She was like a rare gemstone in the cultivation world. Marrying her would be like repaying a cosmic debt.
Okay, but Xia Linglong seemed to have a soft spot for little Su Xiaoxiao.
That adds a twist.
In all seriousness, Yun Zhonghe and Xia Linglong shared plenty. They faced enemies together, discussed sword techniques, and had mutual passions. Talking swords could keep them going like that for hours.
Poor Chen Leling couldn’t understand half of it and went back to her cozy prison after stuffing herself.
But Yun Zhonghe and Xia Linglong could still chat away.
He saw her as a great buddy, maybe even better without those romantic entanglements.
“So, Yun Brother, how did you tap into the grand way of the sword?”
Xia Linglong had always been curious about this.
Even knowing it was a secret, her thirst for knowledge flared like a bonfire.
Yun Zhonghe pondered silently, assessing something important.
Xia Linglong realized she was pushing boundaries. “Ahahaha… sorry, Brother Yun. That was too forward…”
“No problem.”
To her surprise, Yun Zhonghe decided to share after some thought. “If you really want to know, Sister Xia, I can reveal my secret.”
Her eyes widened in disbelief.
She thought he was teasing, but his serious look made her hold her breath—heart pounding.
“Y-you’re serious?! You’ll teach me?!”
Xia Linglong’s voice quivered with excitement as she squeezed his hand, gratitude flooding her.
This move startled Yun Zhonghe too. Xia Linglong’s chest gently pressed against his hand, making him blush.
Quickly composed, he reassured her, “Sure! We’ve connected well, and you’ve helped me a lot. If you can keep this under wraps, I’m happy to share my blade techniques.”
Yun Zhonghe grinned, feeling noble and generous.
But his choice wasn’t swayed by Xia Linglong’s curves. He weighed pros and cons carefully.
Old saying: Women can interfere with swordsmanship. By focusing Xia Linglong on his techniques, he thought she might forget about little Su Xiaoxiao.
Currently, their relationship was casual, not strong enough to break bonds easily.
Attracting Xia Linglong’s attention with sword techniques could shift her focus away from Su Xiaoxiao, which benefited him the most.
Besides, Xia Linglong had helped him extensively—from dealing with Su Xiaoxiao’s engagement to handling Chen Leling’s issues.
Plus, she came from a wealthy merchant clan. Offering her perks now could earn future favors, especially since Yun Zhonghe needed lots of resources for cultivation anyway.
If Yun Zhonghe worried about leaks, sharing his technique was safer. Xia Linglong already knew his secret, so not telling her wouldn’t stop her from revealing it.
By teaching her, they became allies, protecting each other’s secrecy better.
If Xia Linglong betrayed him, she’d bring trouble upon herself too.
One last thing: Yun Zhonghe emphasized, “It’s my first time using this technique. Tougher than expected. So, it’s best to avoid relying on it unless absolutely necessary.”
Xia Linglong understood Yun Zhonghe’s concern.
Clearly, he cared for her a lot.
