Chapter 1329: Chapter 1318: A Sudden Misunderstanding
In fact, this method is very effective; a giant wave ten meters high pushes forward ten meters with each swell.
Although this efficiency is similar to Aerial Mastery, the consumption of True Qi is much less than that of Aerial Mastery.
“I’ll try next time to see if I can use a hundred-meter-high wave to travel!”
If anyone could hear Ning Fan’s thoughts, they would definitely gasp and think they’ve encountered a nutcase.
A giant wave ten meters high is already shocking. If there were a hundred-meter-high wave, it would undoubtedly be a natural disaster of epic proportions.
The thought flashed by in his mind. Seeing the stunned Xu Xiaoqing, Ning Fan smirked and said, “Little girl, your brother-in-law is back, and you haven’t shown any reaction at all.”
Seeing the person so close to her, Xu Xiaoqing shouted excitedly, “Ning Fan!”
Then a graceful figure rushed over, seemingly leaving two sparkling lines in the air.
“Boohoo… Ning Fan.”
Feeling the soft body in his embrace, his chest wet, Ning Fan chuckled, “There, there! Brother is back, isn’t he? Stop crying, okay?”
“You’re so bad! You’re so bad!”
Xu Xiaoqing pouted and swung her small fists, knowing well that the tears in her eyes were a release of excitement.
“Forty, forty, forty…”
Hearing Ning Fan constantly counting, Xu Xiaoqing looked up and asked with teary eyes, “What are you counting?”
Ning Fan replied seriously, “Big hit eighty, small hit forty, clearly priced, fair to everyone.”
Pfft…
Xu Xiaoqing burst into laughter despite her tears and angrily punched him hard, “You rascal, always joking around.”
“Altogether, there were twelve hits, no, wait. The last punch should count as a big hit.”
Ning Fan spread his hands, “Time to pay up.”
“I’ll owe it first.”
“Small business, no credit.”
“I want a 20% discount.”
…
As they were haggling, Tian Xuan cleared his throat twice, then said softly, “The sun is really bright today.”
“Great Elder, there’s no sun right now…”
Looking at the crescent moon hanging in the night sky, Xu Xiaoqing was about to correct Tian Xuan when she realized everyone was staring at her. She asked in confusion, “What are you all looking at?”
“Noth… nothing!”
All the Celestials present shook their heads, some gazing into the distance, some looking up at the moon, each expressing their thoughts,
“Ah! Today’s sun is so round and big.”
“Ah… the seawater is so clear.”
…
Hearing these nonsensical remarks, Xu Xiaoqing was utterly confused. She only got more bewildered the more she listened.
Seeing that Xu Xiaoqing was unaware, Tian Xuan gently said, “Miss, perhaps we should head back first! After all, this isn’t the best place for conversation.”
“Ah…”
Xu Xiaoqing let out a sharp cry, her little face turning crimson. She quickly darted out of Ning Fan’s embrace like a rabbit.
Ning Fan glanced discontentedly at Tian Xuan, that old fellow, muttering softly, “What’s wrong with a brother-in-law hugging his sister-in-law!”
Upon hearing this, Tian Xuan couldn’t help but grimace.
Xu Xiaoqing, being the future Clan Leader of the Celestial Clan, possesses a high status and position.
Embraced by a man in front of everyone, it’s quite damaging to her dignity and image.
Unfortunately, despite his good intentions, he encountered a clueless Xu Xiaoqing and a carefree Ning Fan.
“Young people these days really have no scruples.”
Tian Xuan shook his head and stammered, “Mr. Ning, about that Hai Boding…”
“You’ll see him soon enough.”
Ning Fan’s words sparked an uproar among those present, all pondering over the meaning of his statement.
“What on earth does he mean by that?”
“Could it be that this Ning guy has colluded with the Sea Clan?”
“It must be. Previously, he was after the Clan Leader, and now he’s likely made a deal with the Sea Clan.”
“Is he trying to act as a mediator to resolve the grudge between us and the Sea Clan?”
“How is that possible? Our enmity with the Sea Clan is irreconcilable.”
Hearing the murmuring speculations of the clansmen, Tian Xuan felt uncertain.
Ning Fan did say he would eliminate the Sea Clan when he went out to sea this time.
But the sea is naturally the home ground of the Sea Clan. With the environmental advantages, Hai Boding’s strength reaches the Aerial Mastery Peak.
Facing such a realm, Tian Xuan could only look up in admiration, let alone Ning Fan.
Although Ning Fan showed extraordinary skills, he’s still at the Initial Stage of Aerial Mastery, separated by two thresholds. How could he possibly slay Hai Boding?
Even if Ning Fan has other trump cards, as an expert at the Aerial Mastery Stage, even if Hai Boding isn’t a match, he would surely be able to retreat unscathed.
After all, this is the sea; as long as Hai Boding dives in, it’s akin to a dragon hiding in the vast ocean, impossible to find.
Moreover, Ning Fan came riding the waves earlier; such massive waves, if not assisted by the water-controlling ability of the Sea Clan, how could a mortal achieve that?
Now that Ning Fan said they’ll see Hai Boding soon, there can only be one possibility.
“Could it be that Mr. Ning truly wants to resolve our grudge with the Sea Clan?”
Thinking of this, Tian Xuan felt a chill in his heart and a tinge of bitterness, “The enmity between the Celestial Clan and the Sea Clan has been festering for hundreds of years, with hands stained with each other’s blood. How could such deep-seated hatred be easily resolved?”
With the voices of discussion growing louder, Tian Xuan hurriedly reprimanded, “Everyone, be quiet.”
He glanced at Ning Fan and, seeing no sign of displeasure, Tian Xuan couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief. Offending Ning Fan at this critical juncture was obviously unwise.
Being able to bring the unruly Hai Boding to this clan’s location proves Ning Fan’s capability.
Tian Xuan’s expression darkened as he thought bitterly, “Oh well! We can only take it one step at a time now.”
Noticing the awkward atmosphere, Xu Xiaoqing whispered into Ning Fan’s ear, “Ning Fan, are you really planning to resolve the hatred between the two clans?”
Feeling the tingling sensation in his ear, Ning Fan was about to reveal the truth when he noticed Tian Xuan eavesdropping, causing him to feel irked.
“Dammit. I said I’d take down these troublesome sea creatures, so I’ll do it. You guys keep speculating; I’m not saying anything, just to frustrate you all.”
Thinking this, Ning Fan’s expression darkened, his brows furrowed, and he said gravely, “Xiaoqing, no matter what happens later, you must not panic. Stay by my side and don’t leave.”
“I understand.”
Xu Xiaoqing tightened her expression, instinctively snuggling closer to Ning Fan and holding onto his arm tightly.
Overhearing this, Tian Xuan’s heart skipped a beat, “Could it be true?”
At this point, Tian Xuan lost his composure completely and respectfully asked, “Mr. Ning…”
Ning Fan raised his hand to stop Tian Xuan’s words, his face expressionless as he said, “Great Elder, you better prepare yourself emotionally. Some things… oh, never mind, I won’t say.”
Seeing Ning Fan’s regretful, resigned expression, Tian Xuan felt an unbearable heaviness, as if a stone sat crushingly on his heart, making it hard to breathe.