However, looking at Ning Rongrong, who stood to the side with a face full of vigilance and an SOS Firework clutched in her hand, he ultimately dared not act rashly.
Flender let out a heavy breath, his chest heaving violently as he forcibly suppressed the raging anger in his heart.
Immediately, he reached into the Soul Tool at his waist and pulled out a massive pile of glittering Gold Soul Coin.
The Gold Soul Coin clattered onto the polished floor, their dazzling light so bright it was impossible to keep one's eyes open.
Flender stared fixedly at Ye Lingling, his tone urgent to the point of begging:
"If you won't treat my students, isn't it just because you think the money I offered is too little?"
"I will give you all of this money, I only ask that you save them!"
"With this pittance of yours, you want to buy my conscience?"
Ye Lingling's expression was as cold as frost, her eyes filled with undisguised disdain.
"For those injured commoners outside, I am willing to provide treatment for free."
"But for these two beasts, even if you gave me a mountain of gold and silver, I would never lift a finger!"
"Show them out!"
Ye Lingling's voice was resonant, carrying an unquestionable majesty, and she gave a soft signal to the two clansmen beside her.
The two clansmen wore troubled expressions; they exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with helplessness.
Yet they knew clearly that the successor of the Nine Hearts Begonia Clan had always been, and would always be, someone whose Martial Soul was the Nine Hearts Begonia.
Ye Lingling was destined to lead the entire Nine Hearts Begonia Clan in the future; how could they dare to defy her in the slightest?
The two hurriedly braced themselves, stepped forward, and made a "please" gesture toward Flender, their tone respectful yet carrying an unrefusable firmness.
They effectively half-invited, half-expelled Flender, a level 70 Soul Saint, from the premises.
Flender was so angry his lungs felt like they were about to explode; his chest heaved violently, and he nearly broke into a string of curses on the spot.
But this was the heart of Heaven Dou City, a place where experts gathered and various factions were intricately intertwined.
No matter how powerful he was as a Soul Saint, he dared not act wantonly here, or he would surely invite a catastrophe.
What's more, Ning Rongrong was still there, watching him like a tiger, the firework in her hand ready to be lit at any moment.
He dared not make any sudden moves.
Flender looked down at Tang San and Dai Mubai, who were scorched black and gasping for air on his shoulders—their breathing as weak as a candle in the wind—and he gritted his teeth hard.
A pair of wide wings suddenly unfurled from his back, and as his soul power surged, he transformed into a streak of light and vanished from the spot.
The Nine Hearts Begonia Clan wasn't the only place with healing Soul Masters!
In Heaven Dou City, there were still plenty of other healing-type Soul Masters to choose from.
However, compared to the heaven-defying healing abilities of the Nine Hearts Begonia, the methods of other healing Soul Masters were generally weaker, a difference as vast as heaven and earth.
Even if they could save Tang San and Dai Mubai, they would surely be left with permanent sequelae that might even affect their future cultivation.
But if he didn't save them, that god of slaughter, Tang Hao, would never let him off!
At the mere thought of Tang Hao's terrifying pressure, Flender couldn't help but shudder.
Flender gripped the Soul Tool in his hand tightly; the Gold Soul Coin inside still pressed heavily against his palm, stinging him.
He found himself in complete agreement with Ye Lingling's words from earlier.
Tang San and Dai Mubai were nothing but two disasters!
It hadn't been long since Tang San was severely injured by Liu Erlong and barely managed to cling to life.
How much time had passed, and yet they were recklessly provoking Xiao Yexuan again? They clearly had a death wish!
If he hadn't appeared in time, Tang San would likely have been beaten to death by Liu Erlong on the spot, leaving not even a corpse behind.
This Tang San was truly worthy of being Tang Hao's son; just like his old man, he was a brainless fool!
After Flender left, the tense, sword-drawn atmosphere in the hall of the Nine Hearts Begonia Clan instantly eased.
Xiao Yexuan offered a sincere word of thanks to Ye Lingling, his tone filled with genuine appreciation.
He then cast the earlier episode to the back of his mind, lowered his head again, and buried himself in the research of the medicinal pills he intended to refine, his expression one of total focus.
This scene, falling into Ye Lingling's eyes, made her heart race and her cheeks flush slightly; the gaze she directed at Xiao Yexuan was filled with undisguised admiration.
She felt that in Xiao Yexuan's eyes, there was likely nothing but pills and herbs.
He was single-mindedly focused on refining powerful pills to benefit all the Soul Masters in this world.
He was simply her role model in life!
"Young Master, you are about the same age as me; may I ask if you are currently attending school?"
Ye Lingling watched Xiao Yexuan's focused profile, her curiosity growing stronger, and she couldn't help but ask, her voice softer than usual.
"Which school are you from?"
Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Qing heard this from Ye Lingling, and their hearts skipped a beat; they instantly understood her hidden intentions.
The three of them hurriedly signaled to Xiao Yexuan, blinking their eyes frantically, trying to stop him from telling the truth.
Xiao Yexuan remained completely oblivious, not even lifting his head as he replied casually, "I'm currently attending Blue Tyrant Academy, and the current dean is my master."
"You're welcome to visit our school whenever you have time, and we can exchange knowledge on alchemy."
"Just mention my name when you arrive, and you'll be able to enter directly."
Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, and Xiao Wu instantly wore expressions of disappointment, their heads drooping as they felt deeply vexed.
They regretted not being able to shut Xiao Yexuan's mouth in time to prevent him from revealing such vital information.
Now, they were almost certain that Ye Lingling would be seeking out their young master every other day.
Every additional person meant one more rival to divide the young master's affections!
This was certainly not the outcome they wanted to see.
Each of them wished they could possess Xiao Yexuan all to themselves!
Xiao Yexuan glanced at the three women's disappointed faces, a subtle curve tugging at the corner of his mouth as a flash of disdain crossed his mind.
Did they really think he didn't know what they were plotting or what they were trying to do?
It was nothing more than petty tricks.
"Blue Tyrant Academy? I know that place!"
Ye Lingling's eyes lit up instantly, as if stars were twinkling within them, her tone filled with excitement.
"Blue Tyrant Academy is right in the heart of Heaven Dou City, not far from my apothecary at all. This is wonderful!"
"Young Master, I will definitely come to visit you when I have time!"
Ye Lingling said happily, her hands unable to stop from clutching the hem of her skirt.
Of course, she was hiding a little secret in her heart.
She was already calculating how to transfer from Heaven Dou Royal Academy to Blue Tyrant Academy so that she could see Xiao Yexuan every single day.
However, she didn't voice this thought for now, intending to keep it buried in her heart.
Standing at the doorway, Ye Lingling watched the figures of Xiao Yexuan and the three girls fade into the distance until they vanished at the end of the street, only then reluctantly pulling back her gaze.
Recalling the time she had just spent studying alchemy with Xiao Yexuan, she felt she had benefited immensely and had been enlightened.
It seemed as though being with Xiao Yexuan allowed her inspiration to burst forth in an endless stream.
Many problems that had previously left her stumped were suddenly crystal clear.
She couldn't wait to return to her laboratory to test the inspiration she had just gained.
Ye Lingling secretly made up her mind that she must work hard to improve her alchemical skills.
She hoped to be worthy of Xiao Yexuan, to be able to truly help him in the future and become his right-hand woman.
Otherwise, she didn't want to be like a vase, only able to watch Xiao Yexuan from afar without being able to offer any help at all.
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