Chapter 14010 We Must Counterattack

Chapter 14010 We Must Counterattack

Qin Xianglan knew that she didn't really expect anything from coming to Ling Xiao.

If even these major forces combined couldn't handle the Demon Sea, what could Ling Xiao possibly do?

He was just a young man struggling on the path of martial arts. Although he had some skill, he was nothing more than an ant trying to shake a tree in front of that vast and evil sea of ​​demons.

But for some reason, in her despair, she still found herself here, perhaps just wanting to confide in someone, or perhaps a faint glimmer of hope still lingered deep in her heart.

Seeing that Qin Xianglan remained silent for a long time, Ling Xiao noticed the doubt in her eyes, a doubt that was like the twinkling stars in the night sky, carrying a hint of inquiry and concern.

He broke the silence first, his voice gentle and sincere: "Miss Qin, you must have something important to discuss with me. Please speak frankly. We have known each other for a long time, there is no need to be so reserved."

"No matter what it is, I will not refuse to help if I can."

Qin Xianglan unconsciously clenched the hem of her dress, her knuckles turning slightly white. The hem of her dress was crumpled into a ball under her force.

She seemed to be engaged in a fierce internal struggle, with every thought churning and colliding in her mind.

His lips moved, but it was as if something was blocking his throat, and he ultimately did not make a sound.

After a long while, Qin Xianglan slowly raised her head and met Ling Xiao's gaze, which carried a hint of stubbornness and feigned ease.

A slight, seemingly casual smile appeared on her lips: "What, can't I visit you if there's nothing wrong?"

Ling Xiao smiled faintly, a smile as warm and bright as the spring sunshine.

His eyes, however, were full of inquiry, as if he wanted to see through Qin Xianglan's smile to her true thoughts: "Of course not, Miss Qin, I am overjoyed to have you here!"

"It's usually so hard to even see you, so I'm overjoyed that you've come to see me today."

Qin Xianglan raised an eyebrow, a gesture that carried a hint of playfulness and provocation, and pressed, "What are you so happy about?"

Ling Xiao burst into hearty laughter, the sound echoing through the silent forest and startling a flock of birds.

He flashed a set of pearly white teeth, his eyes full of sincerity: "How could I not be happy to be with such a beautiful woman!"

"Miss Qin is so beautiful and talented. It is a great pleasure in life to be able to stroll with you in this forest and chat with you."

Qin Xianglan sighed softly, her expression instantly turning serious, as if her earlier ease had been fleeting.

She stared intently at Ling Xiao and said, word by word, "Ling Xiao, if you have no interest in a woman, then don't give her any hope."

"Relationships are the most hurtful, and I don't want to be the one who gets hurt."

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao's smile froze on his face, as if it had been frozen in the air, leaving him speechless for a moment.

He felt as if something was stuck in his throat, wanting to say something but not knowing where to begin.

He could only awkwardly scratch his head, his eyes filled with panic and helplessness.

Suddenly, Qin Xianglan's expression hardened, her gentle face instantly turning cold and stern, her brows revealing an undeniable air of authority.

Her gaze was fixed on Ling Xiao, and she said in a serious tone, "I heard that you are getting close to that young demon king, so I came here specifically to ask you what you are doing with her."

"Do you know what kind of person that young demon king is? His hands are stained with blood, and wherever he goes, life is devastated. Aren't you afraid of getting into trouble by associating with him?"

Ling Xiao's eyes deepened, like a bottomless pool of water, containing complex emotions.

He took a deep breath and said firmly, "I agree to join forces with him."

The voice, though not loud, carried an undeniable determination, as if it were prepared to bear all the consequences.

Qin Xianglan was slightly taken aback, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, before she pressed on, "Is this why she hasn't been harassing Batian City lately?"

There was a hint of urgency in her eyes, as if she wanted to get a definite answer from Ling Xiao to resolve the doubts in her heart.

Ling Xiao nodded silently, without saying anything more.

His gaze was somewhat unfocused, as if he were recalling the process of joining forces with the young demon king, or perhaps he was contemplating the future situation.

Qin Xianglan fell silent, and the atmosphere around them became oppressive, as if an invisible boulder was pressing on their hearts.

She lowered her head slightly, her brows furrowed, as if pondering the consequences of Ling Xiao's decision.

Ling Xiao felt uneasy. He looked at the silent Qin Xianglan and asked softly, "Miss Qin, what's wrong?"

"You seem troubled. Is it because I agreed to join forces with the young demon king that you're worried?"

His voice carried a hint of concern, hoping to find some comfort from Qin Xianglan.

Qin Xianglan slowly shook her head, her eyes filled with worry. She raised her head, looked directly at Ling Xiao, and said, word by word, "You must stay away from him!"

"That young demon king is ruthless and cunning. Cooperating with him is like asking a tiger for its skin."

"He might stab you in the back at any time, and then it will be too late for you to regret it."

Ling Xiao frowned, his face full of confusion: "Why?"

"Although that young demon king is cruel, he doesn't seem to have any ill intentions towards me. Besides, I've already promised to help him, so how can I break my promise?"

"Although I, Ling Xiao, am not a great hero, I know the importance of integrity. Once I promise someone something, I must keep it."

Qin Xianglan lowered her voice and said in a deep voice, "The situation has been turbulent recently, with various forces stirring up trouble. I'm afraid a tremendous change is about to happen."

"You've gotten too close to that young demon king; you're likely to get caught up in this vortex, and then it will be difficult to escape."

Her eyes revealed deep worry, as if she could already see the dangers that might occur in the future.

Ling Xiao's heart tightened, and he quickly asked, "What drastic change? What exactly happened? Tell me quickly so I can be prepared."

His eyes were filled with urgency, hoping to get more information from Qin Xianglan in order to deal with the impending crisis.

Qin Xianglan fell silent again, her eyes filled with conflict, as if she was hesitating whether to reveal more.

Her lips moved slightly, but she hesitated, as if she had something difficult to say.

Seeing this, Ling Xiao smiled wryly and said, "If Miss Qin has difficulties and doesn't want to say more, I won't force her."

"But I still hope you can trust my judgment. My joining forces with the young demon king was not an impulsive decision, but a well-thought-out one."

His eyes held a hint of helplessness, yet were filled with determination.

After much hesitation, Qin Xianglan finally spoke:
"I don't know the specific details, but I do know that our major forces are secretly preparing to launch a counterattack against the current situation!"