Shen Yunhao's newly established aloof image was completely shattered by this kick. He turned around irritably and said, "Do I owe you anything? Why should I sue you..."
He stopped abruptly halfway through his speech.
Across from her, Wu Yun'er's body also suddenly stiffened, and the expression on her face instantly froze.
She felt an icy chill instantly envelop her, as if she had been locked onto by a primordial beast from the deepest hell!
Wu Yun'er swallowed hard, then stiffly turned her head to look at the source of the chill.
Not far away, Ning Yuyao, who had just thanked "Superman Qiang" with a cool and calm expression, was now quietly watching her.
The girl's face remained expressionless, but deep within her eyes surged a chilling light that sent shivers down Wu Yun'er's spine and made the hairs on her body stand on end, causing her to hold her breath for a moment.
Fortunately, the glance was fleeting, and Ning Yuyao quickly looked away.
She stopped looking at anyone, as if that cold glance from before was just an illusion, and turned to Guan Yingying, saying calmly, "Senior sister, let's go."
Guan Yingying naturally noticed the slight change in that instant. A playful smile appeared on her lips as she glanced at Wu Yun'er, who was still frozen in place, and replied, "Mm."
The two did not linger and quickly left the area.
Only then did Wu Yun'er breathe a sigh of relief, and frowned as she looked at Shen Yunhao in front of her, asking, "What exactly is your relationship with her?"
Little did anyone know that Shen Yunhao had just breathed a heavy sigh of relief. When faced with Wu Yun'er's question, he waved his hand and said, "We met by chance, and I owed her a favor from before!"
"Are you kidding me? If it really is just..."
Fearing she might say something that would reveal his identity, Shen Yunhao immediately covered her mouth with his hand and said coldly, "Stop talking nonsense. Do you still want the points?"
Shen Yunhao's sudden action made Wu Yun'er instinctively take two steps back, avoiding his hand, and she sneered, "Oh? I didn't know you could be so generous. I thought you only knew how to flatter Junior Sister Ning..."
"..."
Shen Yunhao's lips twitched. "I'm too lazy to argue with you. I'm leaving first!"
Just as I was about to leave, a gentle voice sounded behind me:
"Fellow Daoist, please wait!"
Shen Yunhao paused in his steps.
Wu Yun'er immediately turned around, and after seeing who it was, her face darkened. She whispered to Shen Yunhao, "It's Shi Junfei! A core disciple of the Tai Xuan Dao Sect, ranked in the top twenty of the fifty-year-old category in the Fengyun Record!"
Another being on the same level as Xiao Luoyang?
Shen Yunhao looked up and saw that the newcomer was dressed in a Taoist robe with cloud patterns. He was tall and handsome, with a gentle smile on his lips and clear, peaceful eyes that made people feel like they were bathed in a spring breeze.
If Wu Yun'er hadn't revealed his identity as a member of the Tai Xuan Dao Sect, judging solely from his appearance, it would have been difficult for Shen Yunhao to feel any hostility.
However... Shi Junfei probably doesn't know that he has already eliminated several disciples of the Tai Xuan Dao Sect...
Ignoring Wu Yun'er's unfriendly gaze, Shi Junfei walked straight to Shen Yunhao, cupped his hands in a salute, and said, "I am Shi Junfei of the Tai Xuan Dao Sect. Just now, I saw that you were able to resist the fierce aura of Yuan Sha, protect Fairy Ning and keep her safe, and even help her succeed. Such skills are truly amazing and admirable!"
One shouldn't hit a smiling face, so Shen Yunhao returned the greeting with clasped hands. "Senior Brother Shi, you flatter me. It was just a fluke. May I ask what I can do for you?"
"I dare not presume to offer guidance."
Shi Junfei's smile remained unchanged as he cut to the chase, "To be honest, the core area of the Sword Tomb is filled with fierce swords, and their sword intent is incredibly powerful. Even I find it quite troublesome to comprehend them, and there is a risk of backlash if I am not careful. Seeing that you have such a secret method to protect your soul from the erosion of sword intent... I shamelessly wish to make a deal with you."
"A deal?" Shen Yunhao raised an eyebrow.
"If you are willing to share some of your protective power when I am comprehending the sword intent of the evil sword, I am willing to give you a high-grade spiritual talisman from the Tai Xuan Dao Sect after the matter is accomplished!"
The Tai Xuan Dao Sect is famous for its use of talismans, and its high-level talismans are extremely rare and valuable.
However, Shen Yunhao naturally could not agree to that.
Putting aside his past conflict with the Tai Xuan Dao Sect, even if the person in front of him was just a stranger, he would never casually use the power of the Vast Ocean Heart.
With so many people watching, once you agree, the trouble will only keep coming!
"Feel sorry!"
Shen Yunhao shook his head without hesitation, “I appreciate Senior Brother Shi’s kindness, but I am used to traveling alone and am not used to traveling with others.”
He paused deliberately, glancing at Wu Yun'er beside him, and added meaningfully, "I can't help but have some tagalongs following me around, I can't shake them off, it's so annoying, I really don't have the energy to deal with anyone else..."
"?! Who are you calling a tagalong?!"
Wu Yun'er immediately bristled.
"Don't they know who they're talking about?"
Shen Yunhao pursed his lips.
"you!"
Wu Yun'er was so angry that her face turned red. She glared at him through gritted teeth, but then turned to Shi Junfei and fired back: "Hmph! Senior Brother Shi! You are a top genius among the top twenty in the Fengyun Record. Do you need to rely on external forces to comprehend sword intent? Isn't that a waste of your genius title?"
These words were extremely harsh, and the surrounding crowd looked at Shi Junfei with great interest, waiting for his reaction.
However, Shi Junfei's smile remained unchanged, still gentle and refined.
He nodded slightly to Wu Yun'er, his tone calm: "Junior Sister Wu, you are mistaken. In the struggle for the Great Dao, each relies on their own methods. Being able to borrow strength is also a skill. I just feel that Fellow Daoist Chao's methods are extraordinary and he is willing to befriend me and study the Great Dao together. Since Fellow Daoist is unwilling, I naturally cannot force him."
His gaze returned to Shen Yunhao, and he took out a paper talisman from his pocket.
"It was presumptuous of me to bestow this speed-traveling talisman upon you, fellow Daoist, as a token of friendship. When activated, this talisman allows one to travel a thousand miles in an instant, proving quite useful for both travel and evasion. If we are fortunate enough to meet again someday at the Sword Tomb or elsewhere, I hope you will not turn me away."
Shen Yunhao stared at the paper talisman, his mind racing.
Whether you accept this talisman or not, it will cause trouble.
If you accept the favor, you'll incur a debt of gratitude, and he'll easily become clingy to you.
Refusing to accept the offer would seem too cold-hearted and would only give others something to gossip about.
After weighing the pros and cons, Shen Yunhao finally reached out his hand.
He didn't take the talisman, but simply clasped his hands in a fist salute to Shi Junfei, saying in a calm tone, "Senior Brother Shi, you're too kind. Making friends is fine, but as for gifts, there's no need. Although I'm just a rogue cultivator, I understand the principle of not accepting a reward without merit. Farewell!"
After saying that, he stopped looking at Shi Junfei's reaction, turned around and hissed at Wu Yun'er, who was still angry, "Let's go! Are you still standing there like door gods?"
Then he flew away on his sword into the distance.
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