Chapter 1899 Are you in a hurry?

The wind atop Dragon Realm Mountain seemed to carry the rich aroma of wine.

Lin Jichen held the bronze wine pot engraved with sea creature patterns.

Listening to Wan Yincai vividly recount the amusing stories of Hai Ruhua and Hu Hui, I couldn't help but burst into laughter.

The laughter was hearty and clear, like a mountain stream flowing over bluestone, dispelling the biting chill of the mountaintop.

His eyes and brows were full of smiles, and even the fingers holding the wine pot trembled slightly, the wine swirling gently in the pot, reflecting the warmth in his eyes.

"I advised Hu Hui back then."

Lin Jichen stopped laughing, his fingertips tracing the edge of the wine pot, his tone tinged with a mixture of helplessness and amusement.

"Now that he's with Hai Ruhua, he should settle down and live a proper life. But he just won't listen, always saying that feelings in games can't be taken seriously, and that living a carefree and happy life in real life is what's important. Now look what's happened, he's paying the price, isn't he?"

"you do not say!"

Wan Yincai nodded in agreement, a mischievous glint in her almond-shaped eyes. She couldn't help but laugh when she talked about Hu Hui's embarrassing attempts to coax his wife.

"Later, Elder Hu went to great lengths to appease Elder Hai. To make amends, he traveled all over the world and found three rare seven-colored spirit deer to give to Elder Hai as mounts."

"Not only that, he also specially consulted the most famous chef in China and personally cooked a table of spiritual food that Elder Hai loves to eat. In the end, he simply opened up a sea of ​​flowers in the spirit beast garden and planted it full of Elder Hai's favorite Drunken Orchid."

"When the orchids bloom all over the mountains, their fragrance can travel for miles. Only then did Elder Hai calm down, and the two reconciled."

Wan Yincai smiled as she spoke, and remarked, "Elder Hu is quite skilled at coaxing girls. After this incident, their relationship has actually improved even more than before."

"Now the two of them are in charge of managing the Beast Taming Sect's spirit beast garden. The spirit beasts in the garden are well-fed and healthy, and even the survival rate of the cubs has increased significantly. Later, they even built a wine cellar and spend their free time studying winemaking techniques. This 'Sea Moon Brew' is their latest masterpiece, with a mellow and sweet taste that is even better than the imperial jade wine treasured by the Hidden Dragon Royal Family!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Jichen raised the wine pot again, tilted his head back, and took another sip.

As the wine entered his throat, it was first refreshing and sweet, and then a warm and gentle spiritual energy spread from his throat to his limbs and bones, making him feel comfortable all over.

He savored the layers of flavor in the wine, his eyes full of appreciation.

"It is indeed fine wine! Once the Dragon Realm matter is settled, I will definitely visit the Beast Taming Sect, have a good drink with them, see their famous wine cellar, and taste what other hidden gems they have."

"Okay!"

Wan Yincai's eyes lit up instantly, as if they held a sky full of stars, and her tone was full of anticipation and excitement.

"If you are willing to go to the Beast Taming Sect, my father and several elders in the sect will probably start preparing three days in advance and travel a hundred miles to welcome you!"

"It's not that exaggerated."

Lin Jichen chuckled and gently shook his head.

"Yes, yes." Wan Yincai was very certain, her eyes filled with undisguised appreciation and admiration, and her tone became solemn.

"Back when you were just an ordinary disciple of the Sword Sect, you were able to defeat me in just a few moves on the training ground. Now, you have overcome countless obstacles to become the leader of the Eight Desolations Alliance. Even my father has to respectfully obey your orders. All the super sects in the world follow your lead. Even the once unruly Ghost Clan and Demon Clan have bowed down and become your subordinates. With this status and strength, let alone welcoming you from a hundred miles away, it wouldn't be an exaggeration for the entire Beast Taming Sect to come out and personally greet you at the mountain gate!"

Seeing that she spoke earnestly and with sincere eyes, Lin Jichen could not refute her any further. He had no choice but to drink the wine in the pot in one gulp, and the empty pot made a crisp sound.

He changed the subject and started talking about other things.

The two chatted more and more enthusiastically, as if they had endless things to say.

Throughout the entire process, Situ Haokong remained completely invisible, unable to utter a single word.

He should have been the imposing leader of the Nine Dragons Valley, but now he stood there like a wooden stake, his face turning pale and then red, looking extremely unsightly.

Lin Jichen and Wan Yincai chatted and laughed as if no one else was around, completely ignoring him.

Situ Haokong has lived for hundreds of years. When has he ever been treated so coldly?

As the dignified sect leader of Nine Dragon Valley, a powerful figure in the demonic path, he was a prominent figure in the Eight Desolations, respected and surrounded by followers wherever he went.

But now, standing atop Dragon Realm Mountain, he was like an insignificant follower, not even qualified to interrupt.

The more he thought about it, the more frustrated he became. Seeing Lin Jichen and Wan Yincai chatting happily, he could no longer suppress his anger and finally spoke up in a muffled voice.

The sound exploded like thunder, abruptly interrupting their conversation.

"Sect Leader Lin, now that you've arrived, let's hurry into the Dragon Realm to find the Thousand-Year Dragon Blood Wood!"

Situ Haokong's tone was impatient.

"The plan to slay the dragon is of paramount importance, concerning the safety of the entire realm. Let us not waste any more time here!"

Wan Yincai was having a pleasant conversation when she was suddenly rudely interrupted. The smile on her face vanished instantly, replaced by deep displeasure.

Her eyebrows furrowed slightly, her almond-shaped eyes widened, and she glared coldly at Situ Haokong, her tone full of dissatisfaction.

"We were having a nice conversation. It's rude to interrupt someone. Don't you have any manners at all?"

Situ Haokong's expression turned ashen, and he was about to explode when he saw Lin Jichen's gaze also turn towards him.

Lin Jichen also put away his smile, staring at Situ Haokong with a slightly stern expression. His eyes were calm and expressionless, yet they exuded an invisible pressure that made people dare not look directly at him.

He didn't get angry; he simply spoke calmly, his tone so indifferent that it revealed nothing: "Are you in a hurry?"

Upon hearing this, Situ Haokong's chest heaved slightly, and he let out a cold snort, his tone carrying a hint of sarcasm and toughness.

"Sect Leader Lin, have you forgotten the purpose of our trip? The Dragon-Slaying Plan and the annihilation of Zhu Jiuyin are of paramount importance concerning all living beings in the Eight Desolations! I only wish to gather the Dragon Blood Wood as soon as possible and complete the Dragon-Locking Formation to avoid any unforeseen complications."

"I know what I'm doing; you don't need to remind me."

Lin Jichen abruptly changed the subject, his gaze suddenly sharpening like a drawn sword aimed directly at Situ Haokong.

“There’s still one friend missing. Once he arrives, he can naturally go in. As for Sect Leader Situ, I haven’t settled accounts with you yet for trying to kill my friend earlier.”

Situ Haokong's expression turned awkward, and his eyes flickered.

He genuinely believed that Lin Jichen had moved on, since he had already said it was a misunderstanding and had even offered a perfunctory apology.

The kid didn't mention it when he came over, so he thought it was over.

I can't believe this kid hasn't forgotten at all. How petty!

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