Chapter 12798: Wine Wins People’s Hearts

When Ling Xiao finally arrived at Jiu Lao's residence, he was somewhat surprised by the scene before him. He had thought that such a great man should live in a grand mansion, or at least a quiet and elegant courtyard.

But the reality is that there is only a simple thatched house, surrounded by two vegetable fields and some poultry and livestock. A few dogs are playing and fighting in front of the house, just like an ordinary farmyard.

Ling Xiao couldn't help but sigh, this expert is really different! He put down the wine in his hand and gently pushed open the door of the thatched cottage.

The furnishings in the room were simple and plain, with only a wooden table and a few wooden stools. Jiu Lao was sitting at the table drinking tea and reading a book, seemingly indifferent to everything in the outside world.

Ling Xiao stepped forward, bowed and greeted him, "Junior Ling Xiao has come to visit you, Senior. This is the fine wine I brewed myself. Please have a taste of it, Senior."

As he said this, he placed the wine in his hand on the table.

The old man looked up at him, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes but he soon regained his composure. He picked up the jar and took a sip of the wine. He immediately showed satisfaction and nodded, saying, "Good wine! Thank you, my friend!"

"Still not leaving?"

The old winemaker sat in front of the quaint wooden wine table, holding a jar of aged wine in his hand, with a warm smile on his face. He looked through the diffuse aroma of wine and cast his eyes at Ling Xiao who was hesitating in front of him.

He slightly raised the wine jug in his hand and slowly poured the wine into the jade bowl in front of him, making a pleasant "ding dong" sound, as if adding a touch of rhythm of life to this quiet afternoon.

"Master Jiu, I want to ask you to do something, is that okay?" Ling Xiao stood in front of the wine table, his eyes firm and his face sincere. He knew Master Jiu's character very well, he was a straightforward and straightforward person who didn't like beating around the bush. Therefore, he chose to speak directly to avoid any unnecessary detours.

Jiu Lao put down the wine jug in his hand, looked at Ling Xiao for a moment, then nodded with a smile, "Sure enough, you have to be grateful for what you have done. Tell me, I have a good impression of you. As long as it's not something too excessive, I will definitely help you." His words were full of confidence and generosity, as if any difficulties were not worth mentioning in front of him.

It seems that good wine still wins people's hearts.

Ling Xiao was delighted when he heard this, and he immediately bowed and said, "I want to buy a Saint Pattern Array Diagram, and I need a top-grade Grade 5 one. Do you have any?"

His words revealed a sense of urgency and anticipation, because he knew that a top-grade fifth-level holy pattern formation diagram was extremely rare in the market. It would be a great blessing if he could find it here.

Hearing this, Jiu Lao's expression changed slightly, his brows were furrowed, and his eyes revealed a bit of displeasure and anger.

He put down the wine glass in his hand, looked directly at Ling Xiao, and said in a slightly stern voice: "Young man, I originally had a very favorable impression of you, but your unrealistic character is not good.

To tell you the truth, there are only a few Saint Mark Masters in the entire Southern Region who can create a Level 5 Saint Mark Formation Diagram, not to mention the more remote places like the East Sea and the West Desert, where Level 5 Saint Mark Masters are also rare. You suddenly made such a request, which made me a little confused. What exactly do you want this formation diagram for? "

Ling Xiao did not show any displeasure when facing Jiu Lao's questioning. He smiled and responded, "Jiu Lao, others can't do it, so why can't I? I believe in my ability and potential, and I am willing to work hard for my goal.

Jiu Lao, you were young once, and you must have been looked down upon and despised by others, right? How did you view these doubts at that time? Did you choose to face the challenges head-on and prove yourself with your strength, just like me? "

Hearing Ling Xiao's words, Jiu Lao couldn't help but be stunned.

Ling Xiao's words seemed to bring back memories of the past, and those days when he was young, frivolous and arrogant unfolded before his eyes like a scroll.

He remembered that when he was young, he was also unruly and gifted. With his extraordinary martial arts, he trampled all the warriors in the Southern Region under his feet. At that time, he had only one belief in his heart, which was to constantly challenge himself and surpass his limits.

He once dreamed of climbing the Dragon Bone Tower in the East China Sea. It was a holy place in the hearts of warriors, and only the top talents had the opportunity to set foot there.

Although he did not achieve his wish in the end, that experience became the most precious wealth in his life. He understood that only by constantly pursuing higher goals can he become stronger.

"Hahaha!" Jiu Lao's laughter was like a loud bell, echoing in the empty hall, full of boldness and uninhibitedness. He looked at Ling Xiao in front of him while laughing, his eyes flashing with approval and appreciation. Although this young man was young, his confidence and arrogance were hard to ignore.

Jiu Lao's laughter gradually died down, he stroked his beard lightly, and a trace of deep thought flashed in his eyes. These years of seclusion had almost isolated him from the world, and the enthusiasm and vitality in his heart seemed to have been worn away by the years.

However, today, Ling Xiao's appearance was like a clear spring, nourishing his long-silent heart.

He stared at Ling Xiao. The determination and persistence in his bright eyes made Jiu Lao feel as if he saw the shadow of his own youth.

At that time, he was also so arrogant, daring to challenge everything and not afraid of difficulties. He felt an inexplicable excitement in his heart, as if his dying heart had regained vitality.

"You are really good at making excuses for your arrogance, kid." Jiu Lao teased with a smile, but there was no blame in his tone. He knew very well that arrogance was not a bad thing. The key was whether there was strength and courage to match it. And Ling Xiao in front of him obviously had such potential.

"Okay, since you are so confident, I will give you a chance." Jiu Lao's eyes became serious. "As long as you can show that you are worthy of a fifth-grade upper-grade holy pattern formation diagram, I will personally create a martial spirit formation diagram for you."

At this point, Jiu Lao showed a rare look of anticipation on his face. He knew how precious the Level 5 Top Grade Saint Pattern Array was, and that anyone who could possess it was a natural genius. Although Ling Xiao was young, his confidence and potential gave him hope.

Jiu Lao stood up, walked to Ling Xiao, patted him on the shoulder, and said earnestly: "Young man, the road ahead is still long, you must always maintain this confidence and courage. Only in this way can you go further on the path of cultivation."

A trace of confusion flashed across Ling Xiao's eyes. He frowned slightly and asked softly, "Soul Array Diagram? What is this?" Obviously, he was not familiar with this word, and his heart was full of curiosity and confusion.

Jiu Lao looked at Ling Xiao's puzzled expression, smiled slightly, and began to explain in detail: "The Martial Soul Formation Diagram is actually a special name for the fifth-grade upper-grade Holy Pattern Formation Diagram. In the classification of the level of Holy Pattern Formation Diagrams, the fifth-grade upper-grade is already extremely rare and precious." (End of this chapter)