Feng Xingran forcefully dragged Ding Hao to a secluded and quiet forest. They stopped beside a protruding rock. Looking up at Ding Hao's handsome profile like a marble statue, her eyes showed a tinge of infatuation, and she moved her delicate body a few inches closer.
Seeing Feng Xingran's such gaze, Ding Hao's heart was also slightly stirred. He resisted the impulse in his heart and pushed her away, saying seriously, "Can we be regarded as friends?"
Feng Xingran was taken aback and asked in confusion, "You little rascal, what do you mean by that? You've already done those things to me. If it weren't for my willingness, how could you be so complacent? Now you ask me such a question. It's really shameless."
Hearing her so straightforward words, Ding Hao blushed uncharacteristically and said softly, "In that case, I have something that I want to trouble you with. I hope you can help me a little."
"What kind of thing? Hehe, you little rascal, aren't you all-powerful? Why is there something you can't solve? During the time we've been together, I haven't seen you ask anyone for help. Xingran is a bit curious. Come on, as long as I can help, I will surely do my best." Feng Xingran said in surprise.
After that, she moved her delicate body even closer.
Although Ding Hao knew that Feng Xingran would offer help, he didn't expect her to agree so readily. She promised without even asking what it was. Ding Hao couldn't help but feel a bit grateful. So he didn't push away Feng Xingran's approaching body. Moreover, with such a beautiful woman throwing herself into his arms, it would take a great deal of self-control for a normal man to push her away.
"After seeing you this time, I'm going to descend the mountain to experience and train. Because I offended some disciples of other sects at the Soul Refining Sect Assembly, I'm afraid they will take revenge on my sect. You should also know the strength of my sect. I hope you can take care of my sect a little while I'm away and prevent it from suffering a major blow." Ding Hao said softly.
"That's it? No problem. I still have some influence on Broken Soul Mountain." Feng Xingran said arrogantly.
After a pause, she said, "What are you going to do down the mountain? I've already taught Cheng Xiong and Cheng Jiao a lesson for you. Presumably, they won't dare to trouble you blatantly anymore. As for the other sects, with me intervening, they won't dare to do anything to you. You don't need to avoid them."
"Miss, you've misunderstood. We've been together for some time. Do you think I, Ding Hao, am a coward? Hehe, them? I really don't take them seriously. It's just that I really have something to deal with down the mountain." Ding Hao explained proudly.
"I've told you many times. Don't call me'miss' anymore. Otherwise, I'll go back on what I just promised." Feng Xingran said angrily. After a pause, she chuckled softly and said, "Can you take me with you down the mountain? As for what you just said, I can completely entrust others to arrange it. There won't be any mistakes."
"No way!" Ding Hao said coldly. Then he said softly, "I'll finish this matter quickly. It's not a pleasure trip. There will be a chance to travel together later. Let's skip it this time."
"Alright. Then you must come to see Xingran as soon as you return to Broken Soul Mountain. It's time to settle the matter between us then." Feng Xingran replied.
Although this woman was headstrong and willful, she had genuine feelings for Ding Hao. So she didn't want to make things difficult for Ding Hao. Seeing that Ding Hao didn't like it, she didn't force it.
Seeing that Feng Xingran was so understanding, Ding Hao could hardly believe it. After a moment, he said, "You don't need to interfere in the affairs of my sect usually. Only when Hu Shuo, a third-generation disciple of my sect, comes to you, you can offer help. Hu Shuo is my best friend and can be completely trusted."
After a pause, he said softly, "Well, that's all. In that case, let's part here. I'll express my gratitude to you when I return to the sect."
Seeing that Ding Hao wanted to leave after saying that, Feng Xingran forcefully squeezed her body completely into Ding Hao's arms. She stretched out her jade-like arms and wrapped them around Ding Hao's thick neck. Looking up at Ding Hao with her beautiful, teary eyes and breathing like orchid, she said, "Ding Lang, do you want to leave just like that? Isn't it too heartless? At least you should leave me some benefits."
Feng Xingran was so close that Ding Hao could fully feel the curves of her jade body. Seeing her charming and bewitching eyes, his heart was also stirred.
Feng Xingran immediately noticed the change in Ding Hao. She gave a light rebuke. A blush had already covered her earlobes, but she didn't move her body away. Instead, she hugged Ding Hao even tighter.
Just when they were about to kiss, Feng Xingran suddenly forced her lips away from Ding Hao's passionate embrace and whispered in his right ear, "You little rascal, Xingran can give you everything. When you return to Broken Soul Mountain, shall we announce that we become cultivation partners?"
Ding Hao, who was originally unrestrained, was startled. He put Feng Xingran down from his waist. After a moment, under Feng Xingran's puzzled gaze, he said softly, "Let's consider this matter later. For the time being, I don't have such an intention. But I can promise you that if I'm looking for a dual-cultivation partner, it will surely be you."
"Hehe, then you must remember what you said today. If you dare to break your promise, I'll surely make you pay." Feng Xingran giggled. After that, she looked at Ding Hao's lower body with a malicious look.
Being stared at his lower body by this woman's mysterious gaze, Ding Hao suddenly felt a chill all over his body. Just as he was about to leave quickly, a teasing and carefree voice rang in their ears.
"Hehe, have you two had enough of your intimacy? I didn't expect to see you again, little friend Ding Hao. It really makes Nie Tian very happy." As the voice faded, Nie Tian's figure had already landed in front of them.
Seeing their awkward expressions, Nie Tian teased again, "Are you blaming me for interrupting your good deed? Or should I step aside and wait until you've had enough of your intimacy before I show up?"
Nie Tian was a carefree and unrestrained person. He had no scruples in his actions. Moreover, Nie Tian had some acquaintance with both of them. So they didn't find his words unexpected.
"Pah, you old and disrespectful monster uncle! But when did you come to the Purgatory Demon Sect?" Feng Xingran scolded lightly.
"I didn't expect to see Elder Nie Tian again. Hehe, I wonder if Elder Nie still remembers the three things he promised Ding Hao?" After adjusting his state, Ding Hao asked with a long laugh.
"Oh, I just arrived at Broken Soul Mountain. I heard the gatekeeper boy say that little friend Ding was visiting Xingran. It's been a few years since we parted. So Nie Tian came to have a look. Hehe, I've always remembered what I promised you, little friend. Do you need my help? It's my honor." Nie Tian explained with a laugh.
"Then Ding Hao thanks Elder Nie Tian in advance. As for what it is, it's the same thing that Miss Feng promised me. But with Elder Nie's help, it will be truly foolproof." After that, Ding Hao recounted what he had just said.
"I thought it was something. So it's just this. Little friend Ding Hao, don't worry. When you return to your sect, I guarantee that the Wuji Demon Sect will be safe and sound." Nie Tian laughed. After a pause, he said, "I didn't expect it. Little friend Ding Hao is actually a disciple of the Wuji Demon Sect. But little friend, have you had some other adventures? With the cultivation method of the Wuji Demon Sect, it's impossible to create such an extraordinary person like you."
"Elder Nie really has sharp eyes. Well, may I ask boldly, does Elder know where the Blood Demon is? Last time, Lie Shan surely hated me to the bone. It's better to stay away from him this time when I descend the mountain." Ding Hao changed the topic.
As soon as Ding Hao said this, Nie Tian's expression became serious. He said solemnly, "I came to Broken Soul Mountain this time precisely because of the matter of the Blood Demon Lie Shan. I don't know if something went wrong with his cultivation of the Immortal Sword Art. My cultivation level has not advanced but regressed. He was besieged near Juqu Mountain. The Blood Demon Lie Shan was wounded and fled into the Boundless Marsh. Now all parties are trying to find him and obtain the sword art. I was planning to discuss with Ao Tian whether to participate in this hunt. We can't let others get the sword art easily. Little friend, you don't need to worry when you descend the mountain this time. Now Lie Shan is too busy taking care of himself to have time to take revenge on you."
As soon as Nie Tian said this, Ding Hao's heart was stirred. First of all, he could be sure that the Blood Demon Lie Shan had already practiced the Wuji Demon Art. As for what Nie Tian said about Lie Shan's cultivation level not advancing but regressing, Ding Hao couldn't figure it out. After thinking for a while, he asked Nie Tian about the location of the Boundless Marsh and then took his leave.