Batian Martial Soul

Chapter 14381 I Don't Believe Your Words

The middle-aged man paused, his gaze sweeping over Ling Xiao, a hint of warning and concern in his eyes, as he added pointedly:
"Her identity... is extraordinary. If she continues to stay in your Overlord Empire, not only will she herself be in dire straits, facing countless unknown dangers and challenges, but you will also be drawn into great danger and find it difficult to escape."

"At that time, you won't even be able to protect yourself, let alone protect her."

Ling Xiao's heart skipped a beat, as if struck by lightning. His body trembled slightly, and a mixture of fear and determination flashed in his eyes.
"Am I in danger too?"

"What do you mean?"

"What exactly is the danger?"

"Just because of her identity, are we destined to suffer unwarranted misfortune?"

“I don’t believe it. Even if there is danger, I will face it with her instead of letting her bear it alone.”

The middle-aged man looked at him expressionlessly, his eyes like a bottomless ancient well, calm yet exuding an indescribable majesty.

He narrowed his eyes slightly, looked Ling Xiao up and down, and slowly said:

"If I'm not mistaken, you are Ling Xiao of the Demon Suppression Mansion, who possesses a priceless treasure and is being targeted by various forces like hungry wolves, right?"

The voice was deep and steady, as if every word had been carefully considered.

Ling Xiao's expression was calm, without the slightest hesitation or fear. He nodded slightly, his voice firm and clear:
"it's me."

That posture seemed to proclaim a fearless courage, showing no hesitation even in the face of numerous crises.

The middle-aged man frowned slightly, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes, and continued:

"Based on the limited information we have, although it is vague, it is enough to make people wary."

“Besides the Heavenly Abyss Saint Lord and the known forces, there are some older, more mysterious, and more secretive forces that seem to have also taken notice of your existence.”

"They are like venomous snakes lurking in the darkness, silently approaching, ready to strike a fatal blow at any moment."

"They... might be about to make a move against you."

“Those beings are far beyond the reach of the Heavenly Abyss Sanctuary. The Heavenly Abyss Sanctuary is like a child facing a giant in front of them, utterly vulnerable.”

Ling Xiao's heart tightened, and he quickly pressed for more information, his eyes filled with urgency and worry, as if afraid of missing any crucial details:

"Which mysterious forces are they?"

"What are the characteristics?"

"Where did they come from, and what were their purposes?"

A barrage of questions came out of his mouth, each one revealing his vigilance against unknown dangers.

The middle-aged man shook his head again, his gesture carrying an undeniable resolve.

He sighed softly, as if feeling helpless about Ling Xiao's situation, then gave him the order to leave, his voice cold and resolute:
"Go back, young man."

"The more you know, the faster you die."

"Some secrets in this world, once revealed, will bring endless disasters."

"We, Puppet City, do not wish to have any further entanglement with you or the karma that may be involved behind you."

"Go away, don't linger here any longer."

Ling Xiao remained silent for a moment, and the surrounding air seemed to freeze, so quiet that they could hear each other breathing.

He tried to suppress the shock and doubt in his heart. The shock was like a surging tide, constantly churning in his mind, while the doubt was like a tangled mess, making it impossible for him to sort out his thoughts.

But he still asked with a last glimmer of hope, his voice tinged with pleading:
"Then... may I see her one last time before she leaves?"

Even just to confirm that she is safe and sound?

"I just want to see if she's alright, so I can be at ease."

The middle-aged man refused decisively, his tone leaving no room for negotiation, as cold and unyielding as a stone.
"impossible."

"She is no longer in Puppet City; she has long been sent to the Realm of Annihilation."

"That was the relatively safe place for her."

"The Realm of Annihilation has unique rules and power that can provide her with protection."

"Don't worry, she's fine."

"You... take care of yourself. Mind your own business and that's the greatest help you can give us."

"Your safety is also an important factor in her being able to feel at ease."

After the middle-aged man finished speaking, his face remained calm and still, ignoring Ling Xiao as if Ling Xiao's questioning was nothing more than whispers in the wind.

He turned around resolutely, his steps steady and powerful, each step seeming to tread on Ling Xiao's heart. His resolute back clearly did not intend to reveal any more information, as if he wanted to seal all the secrets in the space where he turned around.

The moment he took his first step, the previously calm space rippled slightly, as if a pebble had been thrown into a still lake, creating ripples.

Ling Xiao's figure flashed again like a ghost. His speed was astonishing, as if he had traversed the cracks of time, and he instantly blocked the middle-aged man's path.

Ling Xiao's gaze was sharp as a sword, seemingly able to pierce through any disguise. He stared intently at the middle-aged man, each word spoken with unwavering resolve, his voice as if squeezed out from between his teeth:

"Empty words!"

"I need to see for myself that she's safe and sound, and to see her current condition!"

"Otherwise, this matter will never be over!"

"Even if it means going against the whole world, I must see her!"

The middle-aged man was forced to stop. His resolute steps came to an abrupt halt. His brows furrowed, and deep wrinkles instantly appeared on his forehead. A hint of impatience and anger flashed in his eyes, an anger that was like a volcano about to erupt, showing signs of being unable to be suppressed.

He stared coldly at Ling Xiao, his voice deep and authoritative:
"Boy, do you know who you're messing with right now?"

"And what causal relationship are you intervening in?"

"The forces behind this are complex and intertwined; a single move can have far-reaching consequences. Once you're deeply involved, there's no way out!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao showed no fear on his face. Instead, he revealed a savage smile that was both mad and self-mocking. The smile was twisted and resolute, as if it were a sign of disdain and resistance against fate.

He threw his head back and laughed loudly, the sound echoing in the air with a kind of reckless, defiant spirit.
"what I do?"

"Hahaha!"

"I have enemies all over the world now. The Heavenly Abyss Saint Lord wishes he could grind me to dust. The resentment in his eyes seems to devour me."

"Countless eyes were watching what was on me from the shadows. Those greedy gazes were like those of hungry wolves, ready to pounce and tear me to pieces at any moment!"

"I'm living a life of constant danger, dancing on the edge of a knife, with my head hanging by a thread!"

"Every day could be my last, and I must be on guard against any arrows that may come from nowhere!"

Do you think I'd be afraid of one more of you?

"Having too many lice doesn't make you itch, and having too much debt doesn't make you worry!"

"So what if there's one more of you or some other weird force?!"

"At worst, I'll just die, but I'll be a hero again in eighteen years!"