Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 214 Contempt from Luo Ling

"Qingyi sister, it’s really you, I knew you had come to the Imperial Capital," the woman said excitedly.

Li Qingyi’s expression remained rather unchanged.

"These are people I met in the Fire Phoenix Mountain Range, we once formed a temporary team together, they seem to come from Shangxian Sect," Li Qingyi whispered to Xu Ping’an.

Shangxian Sect?

Xu Ping’an glanced at the woman with some surprise.

Quite strong, having reached the Fifth Rank First Layer Realm, in this grand competition she’s considered to be quite decent.

However, for Xu Ping’an, the Fifth Rank First Layer posed no threat at all.

"Saintess Luo Ling," Li Qingyi said, nodding toward the other party.

The latter, knowing Li Qingyi’s personality, did not mind.

"Sister Qingyi, who is this one?" asked the woman named Luo Ling, glancing at Xu Ping’an.

"He’s my..."

"Junior brother, I am Qingyi’s junior brother," Xu Ping’an interrupted before Li Qingyi could speak.

Li Qingyi frowned slightly.

Xu Ping’an smiled, aware of Li Qingyi’s thoughts.

If he hadn’t intervened, she might have said he was her husband.

Of course, Xu Ping’an didn’t mind letting outsiders know, but doing so might lead many to look down on Li Qingyi.

What Xu Ping’an truly cared about was Li Qingyi’s safety.

If Shangguan Lingyu learned of his relationship with Li Qingyi, the latter might cause harm to Li Qingyi.

Although it was unlikely, Xu Ping’an still had to be cautious.

Moreover, it was not just Shangguan Lingyu he had offended but also the Crown Prince, and clearly, this Crown Prince was not a good man.

He had to be on his guard.

"So you are sister Qingyi’s junior brother, hello, my name is Luo Ling, from the Shangxian Sect," Luo Ling greeted Xu Ping’an with a smile.

"Xu Ping’an, like sister Qingyi, from the Beichen Sword Sect," Xu Ping’an replied with a smile.

The latter nodded, not taking much notice, as if she hadn’t really taken Xu Ping’an’s words to heart.

Beichen Sword Sect?

She had never heard of it, for sure it must be some insignificant force.

The reason she recognized Li Qingyi was because of Li Qingyi’s talent and strength.

They had invited Li Qingyi to join the Shangxian Sect more than once, in their eyes, Li Qingyi was a phoenix that had fallen into a chicken coop.

A phoenix should spread its wings and soar, not stay in a chicken coop, wasting its noble bloodline.

But all had been refused by Li Qingyi, much to their regret.

"Sister Qingyi, it’s so good you’re here, if Huang Yu knew you came, he would be overjoyed to death," Luo Ling said with a smile.

However, Li Qingyi frowned slightly and glanced at Xu Ping’an inconspicuously.

He too had picked up on the implication, a glint of sharpness flashing in his eyes, which made Li Qingyi feel much better.

So this guy did care.

"Saintess Luo Ling, you should not speak carelessly, I have no relationship with Huang Yu," Li Qingyi said coldly.

"I know, I know, it’s all unrequited on Huang Yu’s part, but, sister Qingyi, have you really not considered that guy? He is also quite strong in our Shangxian Sect, having reached the Fifth Rank Third Layer Realm, and he has hopes of entering the top fifty in this grand competition," Luo Ling said.

"Saintess Luo Ling, please, refrain from such remarks in the future. I, Li Qingyi, have already given my heart to someone," Li Qingyi said.

"I knew it, there’s no chance for Huang Yu, sister Qingyi. Since we’ve met, why don’t you come and join us for some fun? Tonight, we’re having a gathering at the Dragon Immortal Tower in the Imperial Pavilion. It’s attended by geniuses from various major forces, a chance to get to know each other before the grand competition," Luo Ling suggested cheerfully.

Li Qingyi frowned, about to decline, when Xu Ping’an said with a smile, "If geniuses from all the major forces are attending, may I join too? I mainly want to see the world for myself."

Hearing Xu Ping’an’s words, Luo Ling frowned and gave him a look.

Fourth Rank Sixth Layer.

So low, this strength, doesn’t qualify to attend their gathering at all.

Although their gathering is open to friends, it is still based on a foundation of equality.

Xu Ping’an lacks both strength and background, what right does he have to attend?

Just as Luo Ling was about to refuse, Li Qingyi beside him said, "Since junior brother wants to go and have a look, then I’ll accompany him. If it’s inconvenient, then forget it."

Luo Ling realized that Li Qingyi would only go if Xu Ping’an went.

If Xu Ping’an didn’t go, Li Qingyi wouldn’t either.

Her purpose for coming this time was entrusted by Huang Yu, to extend an invitation to Li Qingyi.

If Li Qingyi didn’t go, Huang Yu would definitely blame him.

"Alright, since he wants to go, it’s okay to go. But I still want to say, those who attend the gathering are all Fifth Rank great power geniuses. If he goes and gets hit with a setback or offends someone, don’t say I didn’t warn you upfront," Luo Ling said.

"Absolutely, I’m just going to broaden my horizons, thank you, sister," Xu Ping’an said with a smile.

Luo Ling’s brows furrowed, and she silently cursed in her heart.

Who is your sister?

Are you worthy?

"This gathering is actually quite important. It is said that our Saintess even invited that Master Qin Feng. If he could come, it would be a great opportunity to get to know such an important figure," Luo Ling said.

Xu Ping’an was stunned.

Inviting me?

How come I haven’t received anything?

No, the Messaging Talisman from Qin Feng was thrown into the storage ring, I never even looked at it. Perhaps I really was invited.

But when did I become such an important figure?

Li Qingyi also looked at Xu Ping’an with a peculiar expression.

"Even if a Superior Grade Artifact Refiner has no low status, it doesn’t count as an important figure, right?" Xu Ping’an said, puzzled.

"Hmph, short-sighted. That person is a future Immortal Instrument Master. Just by virtue of his Refinement of a quasi-Immortal Artifact, it’s enough to show that his status has already matched that of an Immortal Instrument Master. If an Immortal Instrument Master isn’t an important figure, what is?" Luo Ling said irritably.

In her eyes, Xu Ping’an was just a short-sighted frog at the bottom of the well.

"I see, thanks for the reminder," Xu Ping’an quickly said with a smile.

"Since sister Qingyi has agreed, then I will take my leave. I’ll wait for sister Qingyi tonight at the Dragon Immortal Tower," Luo Ling said, then turned around and left without giving Xu Ping’an any more attention.

Xu Ping’an watched Luo Ling’s retreating figure, his face bearing a wry smile.

"Taking an interest in her?" Li Qingyi’s ethereal voice suddenly rang out.

"Not at all. Sister is a hundred times more beautiful than her, why would I fancy someone like that?" Xu Ping’an said with a laugh.

"Then why did you stop me from revealing our relationship and shamelessly go to attend such a gathering?" Li Qingyi asked.

"I have some enemies, and revealing my relationship with you would be disadvantageous for you. Speaking of which, keep your distance from the Crown Prince if you encounter him tonight," Xu Ping’an said earnestly.

Li Qingyi showed a satisfied smile upon hearing this.

So Xu Ping’an was concerned about her.

"Then why do you want to attend such a gathering? Do you want to gauge these people’s strengths?" Li Qingyi asked.

"There’s no need for that. Even if we were to investigate, we wouldn’t find out much," Xu Ping’an shook his head and said.

"Then why?" Li Qingyi was puzzled.

"Remember the Seven Major Attributes families I mentioned to you? There may be big secrets within the families of the Seven Major Attributes, but we know too little. I want to take this opportunity to see if I can learn something from the mouths of these geniuses from major powers," Xu Ping’an said.

Li Qingyi was surprised for a moment, realizing Xu Ping’an’s purpose.

Indeed, those major powers might have more records, this gathering is indeed a good opportunity.

"Alright, then let’s go together tonight," Li Qingyi nodded and said.

"I’ll go by myself. You don’t need to inquire about this matter. It could easily attract malicious attention. As far as I know, many people are looking for members of the Seven Major Attributes families. You are a Fire Attribute Family member and could easily arouse suspicion," Xu Ping’an said.

"Okay, I’ll listen to you," Li Qingyi nodded in agreement.