Under the moonlight, Mu Chen stared at the young lady who was staring at him with her sparkling obsidian eyes. His face couldn't help but stiffen. He clearly didn't expect that he would invite trouble for himself.
Ybdu.
Although the young lady in front of him was tempting just by looking at her, and ordinary people wouldn't be able to travel with her even if they begged, Mu Chen could feel the mystery of the two people in front of him. Hence, he didn't want to interact too deeply with them.
However, this time, before Mu Chen could speak, Gu Lin hurriedly objected. "No!"
If his father and mother knew that he dared to let Cai Xiao participate in the so-called Dragon-Phoenix Rift alone, and with a strange man at that, they would probably skin him alive.
When Mu Chen heard Gu Lin's objection, he instead heaved a sigh of relief. He nodded and honestly said, "Sorry, we're not familiar with each other yet. If I bring you along, not only will you be worried, I will also be worried."
When Gu Lin heard this, he gave Mu Chen a 'at least you're tactful' look, but the latter ignored it.
Cai Xiao's slender legs were curled, her sharp chin resting on her knees. Her beautiful eyes swept across Gu Lin and Mu Chen as she said, "Objection overruled. I've already decided. Hence, even if you don't bring me, I will find someone else. Anyway, there are so many people going to the Dragon-Phoenix Rift, there's no need to worry about not finding someone to lead the way."
Mu Chen shrugged indifferently. As long as she didn't go with him, she could find anyone. However, Gu Lin's face turned a little green. He said with a sullen face, "Elder sister, you'll kill someone if you do this!"
His voice was extremely desolate, causing Mu Chen to involuntarily grimace.
Although this fellow's strength was terrifying, he seemed to be completely dominated by the young lady before him.
Cai Xiao smiled and said, "Now you have two choices. Let him take me there.
Or, I'll find someone to lead the way myself. "
Gu Lin's delicate face was twitching. He was very clear about his elder sister's character. Since she had decided to do something, it was useless even if he tried to persuade her.
"I'll be leaving first."
When Mu Chen saw that the fire was about to reach him again, he laughed dryly and turned around.
However, just as he moved, a palm landed on his shoulder.
Mu Chen turned his head and looked at Gu Lin, who was looking at him with tears in his eyes.
He gritted his teeth and said, "Big Brother, for the sake of the five drops of ancient Yan Long's blood essence that I gave you, please don't cheat me."
His words were not hypocritical at all. This young girl in front of him.
In terms of beauty, she was on the same level as Luo Li.
It was just that each of them had their own merits. One was cold, and the other was bewitching. Generally speaking, girls of this level were surrounded by dangerous areas. If he brought her along, he could foresee how much trouble would come knocking on his door.
"Choose the lesser of two evils." Gu Lin patted Mu Chen's shoulder with a pained expression.
Mu Chen couldn't help but roll his eyes.
He said, "You're really not worried?"
Mu Chen didn't know what this guy was thinking when he handed a beautiful girl to a stranger he had only met once.
Moreover, from the fluctuations of Cai Xiao's Spiritual Energy, she seemed to be far weaker than Gu Lin.
"Don't worry, the person who can take advantage of my sister has not been born yet." Gu Lin smiled and said mysteriously, "If you underestimate her, I'm afraid you will suffer a great loss."
Mu Chen was taken aback, and couldn't help but take another look at Cai Xiao.
"Brother, please help me this time. Although we haven't known each other for long, I think you are more trustworthy than the others."
Gu Lin smiled and said, "A person who was extorted five drops of ancient Yan Long's blood essence by us, and can still maintain a normal attitude and sit down with us for a chat. A person with such temperament should not be an ordinary person."
"Of course, the most important thing is …" Gu Lin pointed at Cai Xiao and said, "My sister's senses are very sharp. Since even she doesn't reject you, there naturally won't be a problem."
Mu Chen's mouth twitched. Clearly, he didn't comment on the last reason.
"Can I refuse?" Mu Chen rubbed his forehead and said helplessly.
Cai Xiao said with a smile, "If that's the case, I can only trap you here and wait for the Dragon-Phoenix Haven to end."
"I agree."
Mu Chen nodded, his voice crisp and clear. A wise man knew better than to fight when the odds were against him. He did not doubt the authenticity of the girl's words. Furthermore, with the strength of the two before him, it was clearly possible for them to do so.
"Smart."
Cai Xiao gave a faint smile. Every frown and smile of hers was emitting a bewitching charm, causing people to involuntarily stare blankly at her. Fortunately, Mu Chen had pretty good self-control and did not lose his composure in front of her.
"Don't worry, there won't be any harm for you if we travel together. Although my strength is limited due to my physique, I shouldn't be a burden to you. Furthermore, according to what you said, those participating in the Dragon-Phoenix Haven are all outstanding talents of the Northern Region's younger generation. Their strength is extraordinary. Who knows, you might need my help when the time comes."
As she spoke to this point, she lightly clapped her hands as a crafty look flashed across her eyes. "In summary, there are more benefits than disadvantages for you to lead the way for me. Hence, you have no reason to refuse."
Mu Chen was speechless. Gu Lin patted Mu Chen's shoulder sympathetically and said, "See, I said before that you can't win against my sister. Just accept your fate."
Mu Chen rolled his eyes. Since he knew that things couldn't be changed, he couldn't be bothered to think about it anymore. "When are we moving?"
"Let's rest for a night. We'll move tomorrow." Gu Lin hurriedly said. He was clearly afraid that Cai Xiao would directly leave with Mu Chen now.
This time, Cai Xiao nodded and lightly leaped onto a large tree. Her slender figure was hidden in the dense foliage.
Seeing this, Gu Lin turned his gaze towards Mu Chen and cupped his fists. "Brother Mu Chen, I'll have to trouble you this time. I'll remember this favor. If there's anything you need in the future, feel free to ask."
Mu Chen shrugged. "The situation is stronger than the person. I'm the one who doesn't know what's good for me if I keep rejecting."
Generally speaking, if it was other experts like Gu Lin, they probably wouldn't care about Mu Chen's choice. Because of their strength, Mu Chen had no choice but to agree. Moreover, Gu Lin and Gu Lin didn't bully him. This actually made Mu Chen have a good impression of them.
"Haha, even if you don't agree, we won't do anything to you. Otherwise, if my mother finds out, I'm afraid it won't end well." Gu Lin chuckled.
Mu Chen laughed out loud. The good impression he had of them rose. The two of them chatted happily as the bonfire rose. On the large tree, the young lady gently leaned against the tree trunk. As she listened to the laughter of the two below, her bewitching eyes gently closed, while her lips seemed to be curling.
"Ah … Mu Chen huh …"
The next day, early morning.
In the sea of trees in the mountain range, Mu Chen looked at the slim and elegant Cai Xiao standing beside him. Once again, he helplessly sighed. After which, he looked in front of him. There, Gu Lin was also helplessly shrugging his shoulders.
Clearly, the two of them couldn't do anything to her.
"Brother Mu Chen, I'll leave my sister in your care. If you meet any ignorant fellows, feel free to act. Regardless of the consequences, I'll accept them." Gu Lin cupped his hands together towards Mu Chen and said with a smile.
This fellow was dressed in black robes. His appearance was delicate and handsome, and he had a certain aura when he spoke. This pair of siblings clearly had extraordinary backgrounds.
Mu Chen smiled and nodded. "It's about time. I'll leave first. If brother Gu is done with his task, you can wait for her outside the Dragon Phoenix Rift."
"Goodbye."
Mu Chen cupped his hands together. After which, he glanced at Cai Xiao, before turning around and leaving.
Gu Lin gazed at Mu Chen's back. Only then did he look at Cai Xiao and said with a bitter face, "Sister, you have to take it easy. If father and mother find out, I'll be scolded again."
"Be good. Help me keep this a secret and I'll definitely reward you." Cai Xiao grinned as she waved her hand. "I'll leave first."
She was rather carefree. With a wave of her hand, she had already transformed into a streak of light and shot across the horizon, chasing after Mu Chen's departing figure.
Gu Lin helplessly sighed as he watched their departing figures.
"Young master, are we just going to let big miss follow that person alone?"
The space behind Gu Lin suddenly distorted as a black figure whose appearance could not be clearly seen strangely appeared. A hoarse and elderly voice sounded.
Gu Lin nodded, before he scratched his head with a helpless expression on his face. Although the true dragon essence blood was precious and hard to find, his sister had seen all kinds of treasures since young. She shouldn't be so moved by the true dragon essence blood. Why would she suddenly decide to go to the Dragon Phoenix Rift?
"Don't worry. Although big sister's strength has been sealed, it is likely that there is no one among the younger generation in the Northern Region who can hurt her. As for the other super experts, if they don't open their eyes, they can only blame it on their bad luck. After all, there is a soul imprint left behind by father on big sister's body."
"Let's go. We should also get moving."
Gu Lin waved his hand. Soon after, he turned around and took a step forward. The space in front of him directly distorted as his figure strangely disappeared. That black figure also disappeared along with him.
The mountain forest once again regained its peace.
On the other side, Mu Chen flew across the horizon at full speed. In a short few minutes, he had rushed out of the mountain range. He glanced from the corner of his eyes, only to see the young lady gracefully walking over with her hands behind her back.
As expected, he was unable to shake her off.
Mu Chen curled his lips as he slowed down.
"You can't be so naive as to think that you can shake me off like this, right?" Cai Xiao walked side by side with Mu Chen. She tilted her head slightly as she teased.
Mu Chen awkwardly rubbed his nose and said, "Can we discuss something?"
"Speak."
"Can you wear a veil?
It's very easy for problems to arise if you smile at people like this. "Mu Chen honestly suggested.
The young girl glared at him with her bright eyes, completely ignoring Mu Chen's suggestion. Her jade-like bare feet lightly took a step forward as she flashed into the distance. Only her clear and melodious voice resounded in the air.
"No!"