Chapter -3.
"Ding ding——"
"Congratulations, host, for successfully winning Nalan Yanran's favor. You have effectively showcased your abilities, rewarded with 3000 experience points, 10,000 gold coins, and an extra bottle of Pi Pi wound medicine, which can swiftly heal external injuries."
"Congratulations on advancing to the ninth stage of Dou Qi."
"Remaining experience 100/4500."
Nalan Yanran regained her composure, her lovely face turning red. Being held in Xiao Huo's arms like this was a first for her at this age.
"I'm glad you're okay."
Xiao Huo smiled, letting go of Nalan Yanran. Being skilled in the art of charming women, he understood that sometimes one must act aloof; if he continued to hold her, it might lead to her discomfort.
"Thank you, young master."
Nalan Yanran slightly bowed, her sweet smile still tinged with a hint of fear. If it weren't for the sudden appearance of the young man in front of her, she might have faced a tragic fate.
In the distance, Elder Ge Ye and the surrounding crowd were all astonished.
Ge Ye exhibited a profound sense of admiration.
Who is this young man before him?
So young yet possessing such formidable strength; his cultivation level must at least be at Dou King! His power was incomprehensible; just one hand could overpower a Dou Spirit expert.
What kind of being is this?
Ge Ye's eyes were filled with unprecedented astonishment. He had lived for so long and had never encountered such a gifted young man! If given the opportunity, he would certainly want to forge a connection between Nalan Yanran and him.
Such a genius youth is rare and hard to find!
Perhaps there isn't a youth with such talent in the entire Dou Qi continent!
"Ahem..."
"This old man expresses gratitude to the young hero for his help." Elder Ge Ye trembled as he stepped forward, bowing at a ninety-degree angle, his demeanor extremely respectful. He quickly gestured to the surrounding crowd, who snapped back to reality and all bowed to Xiao Huo.
"Uncle Ge Ye, are you alright?" Nalan Yanran hurriedly approached Elder Ge Ye, showing concern.
"I just have a minor injury, nothing serious." Ge Ye waved his hand, knowing that the priority now was to cultivate a good relationship with Xiao Huo.
"Uncle Ge, you're hurt? I have a healing pill here." Xiao Huo revealed a 'gentle' smile. Since it was their first meeting, he naturally had to present a friendly demeanor; otherwise, how could he enhance her favor?
Ge Ye couldn't help but feel flattered.
"Young hero, thank you for your kindness, but I have my own healing pills." Elder Ge Ye nodded repeatedly, smiling apologetically. Having already been saved, how could he still ask Xiao Huo for his pills?
Nalan Yanran felt warmth inside.
She shyly gazed at the young man before her, wondering how someone could be so kind? Not taking advantage of her and being so courteous, she had seen many geniuses who became arrogant once they gained strength, completely different from the young man in front of her.
"The healing pill refined by Dan King Gu He?" Xiao Huo frowned slightly.
"Yes."
Ge Ye quickly nodded, feeling a bit uneasy. Did he offend the young hero somehow?
"Hehe..."
"Dan king Gu He, what is that?"
Xiao Huo's eyes showed disdain; just a mere Dan king was insignificant in his eyes!
"Huh?" Ge Ye's expression shifted. After all, Dan King Gu He was someone he couldn't afford to offend. Just as he was about to explain, he was interrupted by Xiao Huo.
"A mere fifth-grade alchemist is still far from enough."
"The healing pill he refines would likely require you to recuperate for ten days or half a month after taking it, while my pill can heal your injuries instantly." Xiao Huo said calmly. With the system in hand, who could compare to the system in alchemy?
Buzz!
Ge Ye's expression completely transformed!
His hands trembled; Xiao Huo's words shocked him thoroughly!
A fifth-grade alchemist is a rare existence even in the entire Jia Ma Empire! Dan Wang Gu He's alchemy skills were well-known and respected!
Yet the young hero before him actually dismissed Dan king entirely!
If what this young man said was true, and he could indeed refine miraculous healing pills, then Dan King Gu He would be nothing but a弟弟 (younger brother) in front of him?
Not only Ge Ye, but Nalan Yanran beside him was also completely taken aback.
She took out a gathering qi powder and softly said, "Young master, this pill was refined by Dan King Gu He. It is said to condense Dou Qi and elevate one's cultivation to Dou Practitioner."
"Gathering Qi Powder?"
"An inferior pill; Dan king Gu He is nothing remarkable."
"My Pi Pi pill can elevate a Dou Practitioner by one level with no side effects at all. Would you like to give it a try, miss?" Xiao Huo smiled, casually taking out a pill.
Of course, it was just bought on credit from the system.
The entire place fell silent!
A deathly stillness!
Ge Ye and Nalan Yanran were all in disarray in the wind!
Pi Pi Dan?
What kind of elixir is this?!
Based on his decades of experience, Ge Ye realized that the Jia Ma Empire did not possess such a divine medicine! If the young hero before him could refine it, it would surely astonish the entire Dou Qi continent!
A single pill could allow a fighter to freely enhance their strength? Consuming one could elevate their level without any side effects!
A rare divine medicine!
If Ju Qi San were put up for auction, it could fetch a very high price, but this kind of elixir cannot even be compared to Pi Pi Dan. How many people would scramble to obtain Pi Pi Dan if it were to emerge?
Perhaps even Gu He would fight to buy it!
Unimaginable!
Truly unimaginable!
Ge Ye was certain that even Pill King Gu He could not refine this kind of elixir! Even if the sect leader were present, they would be astonished, right?
"Too precious," Nalan Yanran was also a bit tempted, but she chose to decline; how could she dare accept such a valuable elixir? This kind of elixir could probably sell for hundreds of thousands of gold coins, right?
Xiao Huo smiled and stepped forward, directly taking Nalan Yanran's icy hand and placing the Pi Pi Dan in her palm.
"As long as it's for you, a mere hundreds of thousands of gold coins are nothing. If you desire it, this whole world is yours," Xiao Huo said gently with a smile.
Nalan Yanran looked at Xiao Huo, her body trembling, and her heart racing.
With Xiao Huo holding her jade hand, her body felt a bit unsteady.
"Then, I'll give it a try."
Nalan Yanran smiled faintly, her beautiful eyes sparkling, and her inner astonishment deepened. She moved her jade hand slightly and swallowed the Pi Pi Dan, closing her eyes.
Ge Ye's expression became extraordinarily serious; if this were true, the young man before him would be an extremely significant figure!
With unparalleled talent, or perhaps a hidden genius alchemist! It was likely that even Pill King Gu He could not compare!
Nalan Yanran sat gracefully on the ground, her beautiful eyes slightly closed, extraordinarily lovely, truly a level of beauty that could cause disaster. Xiao Huo was captivated, realizing just how stunning she was in person.
Such a beautiful woman, Xiao Yan actually mistreated her in front of everyone from Yun Lan Sect.
If it weren't for the protagonist's halo, Xiao Yan would probably have perished long ago.
Xiao Huo smiled; in this life, he was the protagonist!
Nalan Yanran was his fiancée.
Xiao Xun'er was his childhood sweetheart.
"Xiao Yan, wait for me to finish showing off, and then I'll find a chance to let you know what despair truly means!" Xiao Huo thought with a satisfied smile.
At that moment,
Boom!
A continuous surge of Dou Qi erupted from Nalan Yanran, and a hint of surprise appeared in her beautiful eyes, with no side effects at all!
She ran in front of Xiao Huo, her expression filled with joy.
"Wow! I really broke through!"
Nalan Yanran's face was filled with delight. She initially wanted to kiss Xiao Huo but stepped back, still a bit afraid; what if the young hero didn't like her?
Ge Ye and the others all held their breath, their hearts racing, especially Ge Ye, who was completely stunned, his eyes filled with disbelief, looking at Xiao Huo with increasing admiration!
This kind of elixir was worth a fortune!
Yet, the young hero actually gave it to Miss Yan Ran without hesitation.
With such terrifying strength and talent, and such strong alchemical skills, Ge Ye's heart raced even more. If he could matchmake Miss Yan Ran and Xiao Huo, the sect leader would surely be thrilled!
"Uncle Ge Ye, take this healing pill,"
Xiao Huo handed the healing pill to Ge Ye with an indifferent expression. He did this to deepen Nalan Yanran's impression of him; as long as the first impression was good, it would be much easier to win her over later.
"Thank you so much, young hero! I am deeply grateful!"
Ge Ye was excited, taking the pill, and sure enough!
In less than a moment, his injuries were completely healed!
He knew that the damage caused by the Dou Spirit expert would normally require at least a year of recovery, even with Pill King Gu He's medicine! However, after taking Xiao Huo's pill, his injuries recovered instantly!
So miraculous!
Ge Ye's expression was filled with excitement, looking at Xiao Huo with reverence.
The young hero before him had an immeasurable future!
In the future, perhaps no one on the entire Dou Qi continent could compare to him!
Such a talented young man must be courted! Relentlessly courted!
Just as Ge Ye and Nalan Yanran were about to say something,
Xiao Huo waved his hand and said lightly, "Miss, it is a pleasure to meet you. Your beauty is unparalleled, like a celestial being."
"I have matters to attend to; we shall meet again."
Xiao Huo's figure slowly departed, but in reality, he didn't want to leave at all. The first rule of flirting: to capture the heart, one must let go! Leaving a sense of anticipation for the girl, making her look forward to the next meeting, can deepen their feelings.
Moreover, Xiao Huo was well aware that Nalan Yanran would certainly go to the Xiao family, and they would meet again.
"Ah."
"Are you leaving already?"
Nalan Yanran's eyes shimmered with a hint of tears, her heart feeling very warm, her pretty face slightly flushed, as her heart quietly opened up.
Is the young hero praising her beauty?
She felt a bit reluctant, even not having the chance to thank Xiao Huo before he was about to leave.
"Alas, what a pity, he didn't stay." Ge Ye sighed, wondering if such a powerful genius would ever be encountered again in the future.
"Young master, Yanran still doesn't know your name." Nalan Yanran felt a bit disappointed. Such a young hero saved her life and helped her improve her cultivation, yet he asked nothing in return, nor did he require her to pledge herself.
How could there be such a good person?
Tears glistened in Nalan Yanran's beautiful eyes as she looked at Xiao Huo's departing figure.
"Wutan City, Xiao family, Xiao Huo."
Xiao Huo's voice came from afar.
This girl, only now realizing to call him, he had waited so long that the flowers had withered.
"Xiao, Xiao Huo?"
Nalan Yanran's expression changed in shock, her beautiful eyes completely stunned. This name, why is it so familiar?
Wutan City!
Xiao family!
"Ah!"
"Is he my fiancé?" Nalan Yanran felt a bit secretly pleased. The young hero who saved her life, the graceful young master, turned out to be her fiancé!
But why does the outside world say her fiancé is a waste?
She smiled sweetly, not caring about the outside opinions!
She only knew that her fiancé was a hero!
"Uncle Ge Ye!"
"I want to see Brother Xiao Huo..."
"Uncle Ge Ye, help me persuade Uncle Xiao Zhan to let Yanran marry Brother Xiao Huo a little earlier."
Tl/N : Add to library and throw some power stones..