Space Trading Fair

"Xiao Ling, after this period of seclusion, your cultivation must have advanced even further, hasn't it?"

Elder Qing Mu was the first to step forward. His gaze settled on Xiao Ling, his eyes filled with undisguised admiration. A gentle smile rested on his aged face, and his tone carried sincere delight. "That energy phenomenon that swept across heaven and earth just now is the best proof. Congratulations, congratulations indeed!"

Elder Qing Shan beside him nodded in agreement, stroking his grizzled beard as a sharp glint flashed through his eyes. "With your rate of cultivation, little friend, it will not be long before even old men like us are left far behind."

Hearing this, Xiao Ling's smile became even gentler. He cupped his hands toward the two elders in a modest salute, without the slightest trace of arrogance. "Heh heh, you two elders flatter me."

"It was merely a fortunate coincidence. I gained a small opportunity and happened to break through a bottleneck. It is hardly worth mentioning."

"It seems the blood essence left behind by the Yellow Springs Demon Saint truly benefited you greatly." Zi Yan took a few graceful steps and arrived at Xiao Ling's side. Her phoenix eyes curved with amusement, and her tone held a teasing note of understanding. "As expected of a treasure at the Demon Saint level. It truly is extraordinary."

Xiao Ling laughed and turned to look at the charming girl beside him, nodding. "That is indeed the case. The power of this blood essence exceeded my expectations."

Then his tone shifted, mischief rising in his eyes as he deliberately sighed. "Unfortunately, I did not save any for you. I said before that I would let you try some, but you refused outright. If you want to regret it now, it is too late."