"You said you wanted to see me about something, what is it?"
After rambling on for a while, Xie Yun finally remembered the important matter.
Xie Ling blinked and said casually, "Oh, I have a friend who wants to learn the art of speed. I thought you were very good at speed Movement Method, so I wanted to ask you for help."
"Friend? Do I know them?"
"Of course you don't know him, but you definitely will in the future."
What's your name?
Xie Yun asked curiously.
Xie Ling had thought about the question before coming, so she answered without hesitation, " Xie Feng!"
Xie Yun's brow twitched. "Surname Xie, could it be from the same clan? But how come I've never heard of a brother named Xie Feng? I know the names of everyone in the Lineage inside and out."
Xie Ling had already anticipated his words, so he still answered confidently, "He's my sworn brother, from the Sixth Universe!"
"Oh, not from the Chaos Lineage!" Xie Yun's doubts were indeed dispelled.
"Are you free now? Come with me." Xie Ling raised an eyebrow.
"No, I'm waiting for someone."
Xie Yun gently but firmly rejected Xie Ling.
"Waiting for whom?"
"My teacher!"
"Teacher Xie Yuan?"
"No, it's my newly appointed teacher Literary Dao!"
Xie Yun chuckled softly.
Xie Ling was shocked. "No way, you can even study Literary Dao?"
Xie Yun pursed his lips. "What, are you looking down on me? I met him by chance a few days ago while I was traveling. I was impressed by his conversation, so I became his disciple. Don't you think I'm speaking with a bit more elegance and politeness now?"
Xie Ling sincerely felt it for a while, then raised her head and shook it, "I don't feel it!"
Xie Yun: "..."
Xie Ling asked, "When will he come?"
"Immediately."
"Okay, to be honest, I'm not in a particularly hurry. We'll just wait for him. By the way, what is this teacher's name?"
" Kong Qiusu!"
"What?! Kong Qiusu?!"
Xie Ling was stunned!
The world of the strong is so small, you can even encounter this!
When Mu Bingxing and Long Cangxue stormed into the Chaos Lineage and made a big show of rescuing people, Kong Qiusu and Xie Hun were not seen by outsiders because they were lying on the Immortal Emperor Dragon, so the people of the Chaos Lineage had no impression of them.
No wonder Xie Yun was able to speak so frankly about becoming Kong Qiusu's apprentice.
Fortunately, Mist-Lost Mountain is located near the Gate of the Vast Expanse, Xie Yun usually doesn't associate with others, so his residence is a secluded place. Kong Qiusu won't disturb anyone.
Xie Yun smiled faintly, " Sister Ling, you always thought I was a crude person, but now I've found a refined teacher. Believe me, within two months, I'll be a gentleman!"
Xie Ling shook his head inwardly and muttered, "A gentleman isn't someone who can fake it; a hypocrite is!"
Even if someone is a hypocrite, at least they're pleasing to the eye, aren't they?
"It's hopeless!"
Xie Ling rolled her eyes dramatically.
" Sister Ling, seriously, aren't you going to consider me?" Xie Yun suddenly became serious, staring intently at Xie Ling.
Xie Ling was instantly startled and took two steps back, her face filled with terror. "Oh my god! You, you..."
She was so shocked she couldn't speak!
This is...
I got confessed to?!
And so suddenly?!
Xie Yun's expression was solemn. He took a step forward and said sincerely:
" Sister Ling, all these years, I've always liked you! It's just that because of my timidity and concerns, I've never dared to say it. I know you've been focused on cultivation and have no time for anything else, but now that you've become the head of a branch family, you no longer need to fight with anyone..."
"And I, I have also become the Great Emperor, I am worthy of you! That's why I mustered up the courage to confess my feelings to you! Sister Ling..."
"Stop! Stop!"
Xie Ling was completely bewildered. "Brother, do you even remember your last name?"
"Thanks!"
"Then what's my last name?"
"Thanks..."
"So, you... you're a pervert?!"
Xie Ling was terrified.
Who is this person, playing such a high-stakes game?
Upon hearing this, Xie Yun lowered his head and remained silent for a long time.
For some reason, Xie Ling's heart suddenly skipped a beat, as if he was about to hear a shocking secret.
Xie Yun raised her head and said firmly, "There's a secret I've kept in my heart for a long time! No one knows it except me, my parents, and the head of the family!"
"Don't tell me you're an adopted son of the Xie Clan, are you?"
"How... how did you know?"
"This kind of plot is so overused in storybooks!"
"..."
Xie Yun remained silent.
Xie Ling also fell silent; she was too surprised today.
She never imagined that the person she considered a friend and comrade-in-arms would actually like her!
To avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings, Xie Ling stated bluntly, "No matter how much you like me, I'm telling you clearly, I've never had any romantic feelings for you. I only see you as an older brother and a friend!"
"When I was very young, I overheard my parents talking and learned about my background. From that moment on, I felt different from others. I knew I wasn't from Chaos Lineage, so I had to work even harder."
"Fortunately, I possess a sliver of natural talent in cultivation, coupled with my own efforts, which is why I can stand on the same level as you—the most outstanding prodigy of the royal family! My affection for you, from the very beginning, has been devoid of any admiration or ulterior motives; it is simply an equal and pure love!"
Xie Yun quietly analyzed her inner thoughts.
Xie Ling lowered her head, her fingers unconsciously fiddling with her sleeve. She was very clear-headed; she couldn't hold others back!
"I'm sorry, you're too late. I... I already have someone I like!"
Xie Ling took a deep breath, looked directly at Xie Yun, and said firmly.
She already knew that rejection would only make Xie Yun more determined, so she might as well tell him a lie that would prevent him from pursuing her any further.
This is better for both of them!
"What?" Xie Yun's lips twitched. "When did you...? Impossible, you're just making up an excuse to fool me!"
"Really!" Xie Ling said without batting an eye.
Who is he? Is he as good as me?
"Don't compare, you're all great. As for him... I can't tell you right now..."
Xie Ling turned away, not wanting to say anything more.
She was afraid that the more she said, the more mistakes she would make!
Xie Yun stood there, seemingly unable to process what had happened.
"Judging by the time, your teacher should be arriving soon, right?" Xie Ling asked.
"Oh, oh, yes, the teacher should be here soon..." Xie Yun said somewhat absentmindedly, "Let's go outside and wait."
The two walked one after the other to the outside of Mist-Lost Mountain. Not far away, a man in white robes floated over; it was Kong Qiusu.
"Teacher, you've arrived!"
Xie Yun forced himself to stay alert and bowed to him.
Kong Qiusu smiled politely at him, then turned and saw Xie Ling standing silently to the side. She raised an eyebrow and said with a hint of mockery:
"Oh, isn't this the eloquent young lady? Long time no see, you still look as quick-witted as ever."