In the tea room, when Xiao Yan awoke, Xiao Xuan had already returned to his body. Li Chengxu also regained the gentle smile he had when they first met, while Luo Jin had an expression as if nothing had happened. At this moment, both of them were staring at Xiao Yan, seemingly waiting for him to speak first.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan was slightly taken aback. He looked down at the empty tea table in front of him and realized that what he remembered was not a dream. However, Li Chengxu's mood seemed to have returned to normal for some reason.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan couldn't help but turn his gaze to Luo Jin beside him. If he had to give an answer, probably only Luo Jin could do it. Although Xiao Xuan was Seventh-Tier Formation Master, this was, after all, the territory of Burning Flame Valley. If a fight really broke out, even he wouldn't be able to protect himself.
"Hehe, Mr. Xiao Yan, what happened earlier was indeed a misunderstanding. What you need is of great importance to my Burning Flame Valley. I acted impulsively in a moment of excitement. Fortunately, I did not harm you. Please forgive me."
As he spoke, Li Chengxu actually stood up and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to Xiao Yan. If it weren't for their different statuses, he probably would have bowed deeply to show his apology.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan dared not be negligent in the slightest and quickly got up to greet him. Regardless of right or wrong, Li Chengxu's cultivation level alone was beyond what he could handle.
"It's good that the misunderstanding has been cleared up, but I really can't accept such a generous gift from you, senior."
They quickly helped Li Chengxu up, and the old man and the young man immediately exchanged pleasantries and a few lighthearted words, as if the previous unpleasantness had never happened.
When the two sat down again, their expressions became serious once more. After all, it concerned the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva, and even Li Chengxu dared not be negligent in the slightest.
Next, Xiao Yan told Li Chengxu the real reason why his group had come to the Far Southern Land. Of course, he avoided mentioning the Woeful Poison Body and gave another reason instead. After hearing Xiao Yan's words, Li Chengxu nodded in understanding. After a moment's thought, he said:
"So that's how it is. According to Mr. Xiao Yan, perhaps only the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva in this world can save your friend. No wonder you came here."
At this point, Li Chengxu unconsciously glanced at Luo Jin, who seemed completely unaffected. Even if Xiao Yan had thought of the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva, without Luo Jin, they probably still wouldn't have gotten here, and what just happened wouldn't have occurred.
"If you can help me obtain even a drop of Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva, then I will certainly offer something of equal value in exchange!"
Ignoring the situation of the two people in front of him, Xiao Yan went straight to the point and gave Li Chengxu a deep bow.
Seeing this, Li Chengxu quickly helped Xiao Yan up, who was bending over. Seeing the sincere look on the latter's face, he felt a little sorry for him.
With such a temperament, coupled with such remarkable talent and intellect, not helping would likely be a loss for Burning Flame Valley. Moreover, the situation in the Far Southern Land is subtly shifting. If they could win over a young talent at this time, along with the Seventh-Tier Formation Master within Xiao Yan, all of this would be a tremendous asset to Burning Flame Valley. However...
"Alas, to be honest, Mr. Xiao Yan, I'm afraid I cannot make a decision regarding the matter of the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's expression immediately changed, and even Luo Jin, who was standing next to him, frowned slightly.
" Elder Li, you are the Grand Elder of Burning Flame Valley, in charge of all affairs, large and small, yet you don't even know about the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva...?"
"If it were before, perhaps there wouldn't be a problem, but now... it's even more difficult!"
Hearing Luo Jin's words, Li Chengxu, though unwilling to admit it, still shook his head helplessly, sighed, and after some hesitation, spoke again.
"As you both know, during every sect competition, my Burning Flame Valley would present the winner with Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva, which would then become a key item for our Burning Flame Valley. However, that was in the past. In recent years, the production of Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva in our valley has inexplicably decreased dramatically. By this year, there wasn't a single drop left. The reason the Valley Master hasn't been present for the recent sect competitions is because he's been waiting for the Earth Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva to form. Logically, if the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva were to solidify, he should arrive at the finals by the day after tomorrow at the latest. But if he fails to appear, then I'm afraid..."
Having said that, Li Chengxu said no more. Xiao Yan and the other person understood that whether they could obtain the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva depended entirely on what would happen the day after tomorrow. If the Valley Master of Burning Flame Valley appeared, then Xiao Yan would naturally have a chance to obtain the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva. But if not, their trip would probably be in vain.
"Furthermore, there is something else I hope Mr. Xiao Yan can understand. Besides you, Qin Yan is also determined to obtain this Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva. Although you will try to exchange it for something else, Qin Yan is a disciple of my Burning Flame Valley. Therefore, whether you can obtain the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva will depend on your luck."
Upon hearing Li Chengxu's words, Xiao Yan's heart skipped a beat. This meant that even if the Bodhisattva Body Transformation Saliva truly existed, there would still be another obstacle before him. It seemed that he would have to defeat Qin Yan before that!
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yan clenched his fist beneath his sleeve.
When Xiao Yan and Luo Jin left the teahouse, the moon was already high in the sky. A thin mist hung in the mountains like wisps of smoke, and the moonlight shone down, casting various patterns on the ground through the branches of the trees. The lights in the pavilions and towers flickered, creating a unique scene from afar.
When Xiao Yan and his companion returned to their lodging, the others had already gone to their rooms to rest. After all, they had been personally invited by the Great Elder of Burning Flame Valley, so they naturally didn't think anything unexpected had happened, and of course, they couldn't have imagined that such an astonishing thing had occurred not long ago.
After Luo Jin returned to his room, Xiao Yan walked out of the pavilion, lightly touched the ground with his toes, and leaped onto the roof. At this moment, Xiao Yi Xian was sitting there, her two jade hands supporting her chin, gazing at the leisurely night in the distance.
When Xiao Yan and Luo Jin returned, they spotted Xiao Yi Xian. However, Luo Jin didn't say anything, and Xiao Yan pretended not to see her. Upon seeing them, Xiao Yi Xian grinned, revealing a playful smile, and gestured for Xiao Yi Xian Xiao Yan to sit down. The latter didn't stand on ceremony and plopped down next to her. Looking up at the bright moon radiating a soft white light in the night sky, he couldn't help but sigh, realizing that compared to the countless stars, the moon's radiance was always more unsurpassable.