Testing Each Other

"I think we can have a proper talk now, right?"

Seeing that the outcome was already decided, Xiao Yi Xian leisurely walked up to Nalan Yanran and said...

"You bastard, I have nothing to talk to you about! Kill me or torture me, it's all up to you, but don't even think about using me to threaten the Xiao Household!"

It must be said that, whether in her past life or this one, Nalan Yanran's personality has always been so strong and unyielding!

The two were now separated only by the Heavenly Poison Prison Realm, Nalan Yanran glared angrily at Xiao Yi Xian.

As they got closer, Nalan Yanran could now see half of Xiao Yi Xian's face under her black hood.

Her greyish-purple eyes gave off a sense of tranquility tinged with a hint of sadness.

On either side of the black hood, a wisp of pale hair could be faintly seen at the temples.

"An old woman? But her voice doesn't sound like it! When did the Xiao Household offend such a mysterious person? Could it be an old monster pretending to be young?"

This judgment was made by Nalan Yanran based on her limited observations at the moment.

In fact, even when she was in danger, Nalan Yanran still wanted to find out the identity of Xiao Yi Xian.

After all, if she manages to escape this calamity, she can serve as a warning to the Xiao Household and to Xiao Yan!

It's clear that Nalan Yanran has already identified herself as the daughter-in-law of the Xiao Household family...

Noticing that Nalan Yanran was secretly observing her, Xiao Yi Xian subconsciously pulled her hood up again, trying to cover the strands of pale hair peeking out from her temples.

However, no matter what she did, Nalan Yanran could still see a little bit at close range.

Seeing that she could not completely conceal it, and that Nalan Yanran had already discovered it, Xiao Yi Xian gave up on her futile efforts.

However, she also admired Nalan Yanran for not worrying about her own safety under such circumstances.

"When death is imminent, do you still have the mind to care about other things?"

Xiao Yi Xian asked with a puzzled expression.

"Hmph! You old monster, whatever your purpose, you will not succeed! The Misty Cloud Sect, the Xiao Household, and the Nalan Family will not let you go!"

You can lose a fight, but you can't lose your spirit!

This is Nalan Yanran's principle.

"Really? Then I'm looking forward to that scene you described! But what do you think would happen if I used you to threaten the Xiao Household?"

Xiao Yi Xian feigned anticipation while threatening.

Don't even dream about it, I won't give you that chance!

Nalan Yanran's attitude appeared very resolute.

If it really comes to that, she will commit suicide!

However, it's not that bad yet...

Because she still has a trump card up her sleeve!

Xiao Yi Xian wants to find out the relationship between Nalan Yanran and Xiao Yan, while Nalan Yanran also wants to find out who Xiao Yi Xian is!

Even now, when she pretends to have tried her best but is ultimately defeated and falls into danger, it's all an act by Nalan Yanran.

It's not that Nalan Yanran's true strength is enough to defeat Xiao Yi Xian, but rather that she still possesses the Graduation Gift from the Jia Nan Academy that Supreme Elder Lin gave her!

Nalan Yanran's trump card is the Fifth-Level Formation Disk in her hand!

That was the source of her confidence that allowed her to face Dou Zun expert without the slightest fear!

At this point, it's quite clear.

Nalan Yanran's plan was to feign weakness to find out Xiao Yi Xian's true identity, or rather, her purpose, and then rely on the Fifth-Level Formation Disk to turn the tide!

It can only be said that both women had their own agendas!

There's a saying that goes, "It's better to offend a petty person than a woman," and it seems there's some truth to that now.

The war between women is the most terrifying!

"Why be so absolute? How about this? Let's compromise. I'm not targeting the Xiao Household specifically, just a certain individual within Xiao Household. If you cooperate with me in dealing with him, I'll not only let you go, but I'll also never target the Xiao Household again. What do you say?"

Finally, Xiao Yi Xian began her test.

"Targeting only one person in the Xiao Household? Who is it?"

Upon hearing what Xiao Yi Xian said, Nalan Yanran was taken aback at first, and then subconsciously asked warily.

For some reason, a sense of foreboding welled up in her heart at that moment.

Her first thought was actually Xiao Yan!

"Xiao Yan, the third Young Master of the current Xiao Household patriarch!"

"Crunch"

As the last two words "Xiao Yi Xian" were uttered, Nalan Yanran's complexion visibly worsened, and her fists clenched unconsciously.

Nalan Yanran's subconscious action also caught the eye of Xiao Yi Xian.

"Really!"

At that moment, both women silently thought to themselves.

Clearly, both women's thoughts were confirmed.

Nalan Yanran realized that the mysterious old woman in black robes was targeting Xiao Yan, Xiao Yi Xian realized that there was an unusual relationship between Nalan Yanran and Xiao Yan.

"How about it?"

After calming herself down, Xiao Yi Xian pressed for an answer.

"Not very good!"

However, Nalan Yanran uttered those four words through gritted teeth.

For Nalan Yanran, targeting Xiao Yan was even more unacceptable than targeting the Xiao Household!

"Then I'm sorry, but judging from your reaction, if I'm not mistaken, you must be Xiao Yan's woman, right?"

Xiao Yi Xian casually asked, pretending not to care.

At that moment, she was extremely nervous.

So what?

Although not explicitly stated, Nalan Yanran's rhetorical question was arguably the best answer.

At that moment, Xiao Yi Xian's face paled beneath her hood, her body trembled, and she even subconsciously took a step back.

Clearly, even though she had already guessed it, she still found it hard to accept.

She did all that only out of a sliver of hope.

Now, even that last bit of luck is gone.

"Um?"

Although she couldn't see Xiao Yi Xian's expression, Nalan Yanran naturally noticed Fang Qian's reaction.

Why did she feel that this mysterious old woman in front of her had suddenly become somewhat strange?

"Hmph, since that's the case, what do you think Xiao Yan would do if I used poison to turn you into an ugly monster? Would he still want you then? I suddenly realize that this is the most satisfying kind of 'revenge'!"

Beneath the black hood, Xiao Yi Xian's appearance seemed to have turned to the dark side!

Of course, all of this was just for Nalan Yanran's benefit.

But to be honest, for a fleeting moment, that thought did cross her mind!

However, Xiao Yi Xian's nature is ultimately kind.

She simply couldn't do something like that.

She was doing this simply to conceal her emotional turmoil.

Upon hearing Xiao Yi Xian utter such "vicious" words, Nalan Yanran's expression changed drastically.

How many women truly don't care about their appearance?

This is especially true for beautiful women!

While Nalan Yanran's appearance might not be considered breathtakingly beautiful, she was certainly a standard beauty.

Combined with her inherent heroic spirit, she possesses a unique kind of beauty.

Although Nalan Yanran doesn't usually take special care of her appearance, the idea of turning her into an ugly monster is something she absolutely cannot accept!

It can be said that ruining a woman's appearance is sometimes more vicious than killing her!

"You heartless woman, you'll get your comeuppance sooner or later!"

Nalan Yanran touched her Storage Ring with one hand; she was almost at her breaking point.

At the same time, Nalan Yanran was basically certain that the old woman in front of her was Xiao Yan.

But her opponent is very strong, so she must find the right opportunity to strike and defeat him in one blow to prevent him from escaping.

Otherwise, the consequences will be dire!