#13637 - Don't play by the rules

“If this kid is willing to hand over this sword to the sect, I will naturally be determined to protect him. But ask him, is he willing?” Chong Xuan's tone was calm and firm, but it could be seen that this guy didn't believe Ling Xiao would hand over the Demon Lord Black Heaven Sword, and was deliberately making excuses to keep Ling Xiao here.

Unexpectedly, in the next moment, a mocking smile appeared on the corner of Ling Xiao's mouth, and he said, “Of course I am willing!”

In Ling Xiao's heart, although the Demon Lord Black Heaven Sword was extremely powerful and full of temptation, he clearly knew that in the current situation, his own life was the most important thing.

He was not someone who was greedy for life and afraid of death, but he understood that as long as the green hills remain, there is no need to worry about firewood. No matter how precious a treasure is, it is ultimately just an external object. Only by living can one have the opportunity to pursue more treasures and explore more unknowns.

What's more, he had an even greater reliance in his heart—the infinitely powerful World-Destroying Demon Needle.

Hearing this, Chong Xuan was immediately stunned, his face full of astonishment, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings. He had conducted an in-depth investigation of Ling Xiao before. In his understanding, this kid Ling Xiao was someone who would rather break than bend.

Back then, when the Demon Lord Black Heaven Sword appeared in the world, it aroused the covetousness of all parties, and many powerful individuals took action to snatch it. The scene was truly shocking.

In countless crises of facing encirclement by powerful enemies and being besieged and robbed of the demon sword, Ling Xiao never showed any sign of retreat, let alone handing over the demon sword, even when he was in desperate situations.

It was precisely because he knew Ling Xiao's tenacious and unyielding character that Chong Xuan was so sure that Ling Xiao would not hand over the treasure, so he dared to utter such harsh words without any scruples.

However, Ling Xiao's unexpected and straightforward agreement at this moment was like a heavy hammer, completely disrupting all his previous plans. Chong Xuan couldn't help but feel a burst of bitterness in his heart. He realized that he was ultimately too conceited and had miscalculated.

He never expected that Ling Xiao would be so straightforward in handing over this sword that had caused countless disputes. This sudden change made him a little at a loss for a while, and his heart was like a stormy sea.

On the one hand, he felt annoyed at his misjudgment; on the other hand, he was worried about what conspiracy might be hidden behind this. After all, according to his understanding of Ling Xiao, this kind of change was really unreasonable.

What made it even more difficult for him was that he absolutely could not accept this sword at this moment. Chong Xuan knew the stakes involved. Once he accepted the Demon Lord Black Heaven Sword, the Demon Tower would instantly become the target of public criticism.

Those forces outside, whether it was the Righteous Qi Hall, which had always regarded itself as righteous, or the Star Picking Tower, which also had extraordinary strength, or even those other forces that had been eyeing the demon sword and were ready to make a move, would use this as an excuse to join forces to deal with the Demon Tower without hesitation.

At that time, the Demon Tower would face an unprecedented huge crisis, and it might even be completely destroyed as a result. He could not bear this consequence no matter what, so he could only helplessly reject this treasure that was sent to him.

Seeing Chong Xuan's ugly face, Chong Tian couldn't help but sneer.

His tone was filled with a strong sense of sarcasm, and he said, “Senior Brother, you are not as good as a child. Since you don't dare to make a guarantee, why be hypocritical? Ling Xiao is my Chong Tian's junior brother, not a disciple of the Demon Tower. If you want to stop him, you have to ask me first!”

As soon as he finished speaking, a terrifying aura burst out from Chong Tian's body in an instant. The air around him seemed to be ignited, fluctuating violently, forming circles of visible air waves, spreading in all directions.

The trees in the bamboo forest were like being attacked by a violent storm, the thick trunks were shaken violently, making "creaking" sounds, as if they would break in the next moment.

The fallen leaves on the ground were even rolled up, like startled butterflies flying wildly in the air. The entire bamboo forest seemed to feel his surging anger, as if being manipulated by an invisible big hand, and began to shake wildly.

Chong Xuan frowned. He knew Chong Tian's character well, and knew that once he was truly angered, he would be like an enraged beast, and it would be difficult to appease him.

Moreover, Chong Xuan also understood that it was definitely not wise to confront Chong Tian head-on at this moment.

On the one hand, Chong Tian's strength should not be underestimated. If they really fought, he might not be able to gain an advantage; on the other hand, he didn't want to completely tear apart his relationship with Chong Tian because of this matter. After all, they came from the same school. If they fought, it would only make outsiders laugh and might bring more trouble to the Demon Tower.

So, he sighed, as if he had put down a huge stone in his heart, and compromised: “Forget it, I'll give you face, Junior Brother. Let him go. From the day he steps out of the Demon Tower, he will have nothing to do with the Demon Tower. His life and death have nothing to do with my Demon Tower either.”

After speaking, his figure swayed and turned into a cloud of black mist and disappeared in place, leaving only a voice echoing in the bamboo forest: “Leave the Demon Tower within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless.”

Chong Tian sighed deeply, his eyes revealing a trace of helplessness and relief. He turned his head to look at Ling Xiao beside him, and said in a firm tone:

“Junior Brother, you don't have to pay attention to that idiot. Our master has already nodded and agreed to accept you as a disciple. During this period, you only need to be patient for a while. When our master returns from seclusion, I'll see who in this Demon Tower dares to touch you!”

Hearing this, a warm current surged in Ling Xiao's heart, and his eyes flickered with gratitude. He respectfully bowed to Chong Tian and Chong Ruo beside him, and said sincerely: “I, Ling Xiao, will remember the kindness of the two senior brothers! I will never forget it in this life!”

Without a single mistake, the first one is sent, the first content is here!

After speaking, Ling Xiao's gaze inadvertently swept over the maid standing not far away. Her figure seemed a little thin in the dim light of the Demon Tower.

Ling Xiao knew that this maid was sent by Miss Jin to deliver a message, and his heart was filled with gratitude for Miss Jin's generous help.

He nodded slightly, and said softly to the maid: “After you go back, please also thank Miss Jin for me. I, Ling Xiao, will not forget her kindness either.”

Hearing this, the maid bowed slightly, a smile flashed in her eyes, and she seemed to have a good impression of Ling Xiao's politeness and tenacity. She knew that this young man who was about to become the master's new disciple was definitely not something ordinary. The future Demon Tower might set off a new wave because of him.

Ling Xiao didn't say much, his figure swayed, and he quickly disappeared into the deep corridors of the Demon Tower like a ghost. His heart was full of expectations and determination for the future. He knew that as long as the master returned, he would be able to stand tall in this Demon Tower and no longer be bullied by anyone.

And at this moment, the Demon Tower was still immersed in a complex and delicate atmosphere. Ling Xiao's departure seemed to be just an insignificant ripple in this huge force, but no one could predict what kind of shocking waves this ripple would eventually set off.