Chapter 12831 I’m just joking, don’t take it seriously
Ling Xiao carefully observed the surroundings and after confirming that there were no traces of people, he took a deep breath and quietly entered the grotto using the method taught to him by Mr. Jiu.
The cave was dark and silent, with only the faint sound of breathing echoing. Ling Xiao walked in the direction of the sound, and finally saw Jiu Lao lying on the stone bed. At this time, Jiu Lao was seriously injured, and his face was as pale as paper.
The breath is weak.
Ling Xiao was very happy that Jiu Lao was not dead. To him, Jiu Lao was a friend and even a benefactor.
"Who?" When Jiu Lao heard the slight movement, his brows furrowed, and a trace of alertness flashed in his eyes. He was originally immersed in the healing process, trying to use his weak internal strength to repair the severely damaged meridians and internal organs. However, this
The sudden sound broke the tranquility he had managed to create.
He tried hard to support his exhausted body and to see clearly the sudden uninvited guest. But the severity of the injury was far beyond his imagination. Every time he tried to exert force, severe pain would come in like a tide, dragging him back down again.
Return to the reality of lying down helpless.
After several attempts, he had no choice but to give up. He could only lie on his back and stare closely at the approaching figure.
"It's me, Ling Xiao!" A familiar and firm voice sounded in his ears. Ling Xiao's figure gradually became clearer in the dim grotto. He walked quickly to Jiu Lao's side, squatted down, and looked at Jiu Lao's face with concern.
Injury.
The moment Jiu Lao saw Ling Xiao, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, but immediately after, there was more joy and relief. He never thought that when he was the most helpless and dangerous, it would be Ling Xiao.
Come to his side.
At this moment, he felt that his choice was not wrong, and Ling Xiao was indeed someone worthy of his trust and trust.
"Why are you here?" Although Jiu Lao's voice was weak, it was full of gratitude and relief. He knew that Ling Xiao's arrival not only brought him hope, but also gave him the motivation to live.
Ling Xiao did not answer, but silently began to treat Jiu Lao's wounds. He carefully cut open the broken clothes, revealing the hideous wounds. Then, he took out the elixir he carried with him and fed it to Jiu Lao.
Under Ling Xiao's careful care, Jiu Lao's injuries gradually stabilized, and the paleness on his face gradually faded away.
Looking at Ling Xiao's busy figure, Jiu Lao's heart was filled with gratitude and warmth. He knew that he had met a friend he could truly rely on. In this crisis-ridden world, this trust and friendship are more precious than anything else.
"Why help me?" Under Ling Xiao's careful treatment, Jiu Lao's expression gradually changed from the original solemnity to a trace of gentleness.
He raised his head and stared at Ling Xiao deeply and intently through his turbid eyes, as if he wanted to see through the young man's true thoughts: "We have only met a few times, why are you so helpful?"
When Ling Xiao saw this, a cynical arc appeared at the corner of his mouth. He lightly shrugged and deliberately replied in a relaxed tone: "If I told you that I was seeking your inheritance, would you believe it? After all, you
After all, he is also a veteran of Tianxiahui. He must have accumulated a lot of treasures and wealth over the years. If I can get it, wouldn’t it mean that I would become rich overnight and reach the pinnacle of life?"
After hearing this, Mr. Jiu's expression suddenly became serious. He was silent for a moment, as if he was weighing something.
Then, he slowly took off a simple storage ring from his waist. The ring shone faintly in the dim light, as if it contained endless secrets.
He handed the ring to Ling Xiao, his voice low and firm: "Here, here are all my savings. It contains one billion medium-grade spiritual stones, although this is not much for me, because I am big
Part of the wealth is used to support my experiments and research."
"But even so, these spiritual stones are enough for you to use for a period of time. In addition, there are many human treasures in the ring, and there is even an earth treasure. I believe you will use it."
Ling Xiao looked at the storage ring in front of him and was stunned for a moment. He originally just wanted to make a joke to liven up the atmosphere, but he didn't expect that Jiu Lao would take his joke so seriously and actually take it out.
Received all his savings.
He felt a little overwhelmed, but at the same time he was deeply moved by Jiu Lao's generosity and trust. He waved his hands hastily, wanting to refuse: "You... you really do... I was just joking, don't take it seriously!"
The old man shook his head slightly, his eyes revealing a deep helplessness and emotion.
He said slowly: "This time I was able to struggle back from the edge of life and death. It is indeed a great luck. But people always have lucky and unlucky times. Next time, maybe I really won't be able to escape. Rather than let these precious things
The resources and wealth have fallen into the hands of those greedy and shameless people in the Empress Palace, and I am willing to hand them over to you. After all, when I was in the most difficult time, you were the only one willing to lend a helping hand."
Listening to Jiu Lao's words, Ling Xiao felt a warm current surge in his heart. He touched his nose with a sly smile on his face: "Hey, Jiu Lao, what you said is right. I'm not a saint. Let me help you.
Of course, it’s because of your wealth. But having said that, don’t worry, I won’t waste these things.”
Jiu Lao smiled and waved his hand, interrupting Ling Xiao: "No matter what your original intention is, just accept these things. In addition to the resources and money you need, this storage ring also contains
There are notes and insights from my lifelong research on sacred patterns."
"These are my hard work over the years. I hope you can get inspiration from them and carry forward the way of holy patterns. In addition, there is also a treasure inherited from my family of officials in the East China Sea. It was handed down to me by my ancestor, which is of great significance.
You don’t need to care about the opinions of the Shangguan family, but you must keep it carefully and don’t expose it easily to avoid unnecessary trouble and pursuit.”
Jiu Lao's expression was extremely solemn at this moment, as if he was entrusting his last wish. He sighed deeply, and his old eyes revealed a kind of powerlessness and determination.
He seemed to have understood that he was in an inescapable disaster. The empress was determined and had never failed to kill anyone she wanted to kill.
"Shangguanyu made a mistake this time, but we all have witnessed the methods of the Empress Palace. Next time, the people she sends may be even more terrifying than Shangguanyu." Jiu Lao's voice was low and heavy, and each one
The words seem to be engraved in the air, making them impossible to ignore.
Ling Xiao was silent for a moment, and he felt the heaviness and helplessness in Jiu Lao's words. There was also a hint of determination.