697: Chapter: Resolving misunderstandings and re-cooperating

Even the current Li Mingxuan couldn't help but feel a heavy sense of oppression.

It was as if a massive mountain was pressing down on his shoulders, making it almost impossible for him to breathe.

However, his gaze was exceptionally firm, without the slightest hint of fear.

He looked directly at Yue Shan, who was sitting there; his tall figure, even when seated, was still much taller than Li Mingxuan standing.

"Stop all this!"

Li Mingxuan's voice was calm and firm.

"To kill me, for you, is as simple as crushing an ant, isn't it?"

Upon hearing this, Yue Shan's lips curled slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile.

But he didn't speak, merely watching Li Mingxuan quietly, as if waiting for him to continue.

Li Mingxuan seemed to have anticipated Yue Shan's reaction; he took a deep breath and continued.

"Before, because my elder brother was tragically murdered, my heart was filled with hatred and a desire for revenge.

Only by relying on your strength could I safely grow, and even accelerate my own growth.

So, whatever happened, as long as I could improve my strength, I wouldn't bother with it, nor even question it.

Because no matter what, you helped me, and one could even say you saved my life.

All of this, I deeply engrave in my heart!"

As he spoke, Li Mingxuan's body trembled slightly; he struggled to stand up from his seat and bowed deeply towards Yue Shan.

"But not long ago, I became a Disciple of Teacher Lan Cang, who is Prince Wuan of Great Xia, protecting the safety of Great Xia.

And you are very mysterious, so mysterious that I know almost nothing about you.

But one thing I am clear about is that you are not Human Race, which means you might be from another race.

Other races have always been the opposite of the Human Race; regardless of right or wrong, the conflict between the two sides is irreconcilable."

"So, why did you still let me awaken? Wouldn't it be better and safer to directly hand me over to your teacher?"

Yue Shan's voice was calm and cold, as if his inner self was as unruffled as his tone.

Li Mingxuan looked directly into Yue Shan's eyes, responding without flinching.

"My brother once said that there is no absolute right or wrong, good or evil in this world; it's just a matter of different standpoints.

Moreover, your kindness to me is undeniably real, so letting you awaken early is also what I should do."

"Just say what you want to say directly."

Yue Shan interrupted Li Mingxuan, and at the same time, withdrew his own pressure!

Li Mingxuan smiled slightly at Yue Shan, then took out two items.

A mysterious scroll, and a saber!

"Three options: one, you and I part ways from now on, and if there's an opportunity in the future, I will do my best to repay your kindness.

Two, this is a special saint relic that can connect the lives of the contractors.

This way, you and I will share life and death; I know I am not your opponent, but once you have the idea of helping another race,

I will directly commit suicide and die with you!

As for the third, that is for you to kill me directly, which would also be considered repaying your kindness!"

Li Mingxuan stated the three options expressionlessly. Yue Shan looked at the two items in front of him, then at Li Mingxuan, and suddenly laughed.

"You actually put your own life into someone else's hands?!"

Yue Shan's voice was low and carried a hint of imperceptible anger. The next moment, the small saber suspended in the air shot directly towards Li Mingxuan.

However, Li Mingxuan appeared exceptionally calm; there was no trace of fear on his face, and he didn't even blink.

He just sat there quietly, letting the small saber shoot towards him like lightning, at a speed so fast that one couldn't react in time.

The small saber was about to pierce directly into Li Mingxuan's eye!

Just at this critical moment, the rapidly approaching small saber suddenly stopped, as if it had been abruptly pulled back by an invisible force!

However, even though the small saber had stopped, the sharp Saber Qi it carried still swept past like a whirlwind, instantly cutting Li Mingxuan's cheek.

A trace of crimson blood slowly emerged on his cheek, flowing down his face.

"You have guts!"

Yue Shan's voice carried a hint of appreciation.

He clearly hadn't expected Li Mingxuan to truly dare not to dodge or evade, and simply endure this blow head-on.

However, Yue Shan's appreciation didn't last too long; he immediately continued.

"But your vision is still too narrow; I am not some other race.

Moreover, what do you think my purpose is?"

His words carried a hint of mockery, seemingly finding Li Mingxuan's thoughts quite ridiculous.

"Back then, you were just a slightly talented youth, and your strength was merely at the Martial Artist Realm.

What was there about you that was worth my plotting?

Or rather, have I demanded anything from you?"

Yue Shan's questioning was like a heavy hammer, striking fiercely at Li Mingxuan's heart.

Li Mingxuan's eyes flickered upon hearing this; he didn't answer, because this was also what he was confused about.

"But there's no free lunch in this world."

He still didn't believe Yue Shan's words; perhaps he also needed a reason.

"You're wrong. Between you and me, besides a little acquaintance, it has always been a transaction, never free.

You give me metal, and I help you.

As for those Blood Origin, it's just that I have no use for them, otherwise, do you think it would still be your turn?"

Upon hearing this, Li Mingxuan not only didn't get angry but instead revealed a smile.

In fact, after spending so much time with Yue Shan, although their conversations were few, both had already grown accustomed to each other's presence.

The reason he staged today's scene was not only to prevent Yue Shan from leaking some top-secret information, as he mentioned earlier.

More importantly, he was concerned about Yue Shan's safety. One must know that the rumored previous Dragon King and Prince Wuan have already become existences above the King Realm—Emperor Realm Experts!

Perhaps Yue Shan could hide from his teacher, but what if he encountered those two Emperor Realm Experts, or if the high-level officials had some special saint relic that could detect him?

"I am now a Disciple of Teacher Lan Cang; as long as I complete missions, exchanging for items within Prince Wuan's or even the military's treasury is no problem at all.

How about it, do you want to continue cooperating?"

"You want me to join Great Xia?"

"Is there a difference?"

"Continuing to cooperate with you is fine, but you must never actively hand me over to the Great Xia officials. Even if I'm suspected in the future, you can just say it's a special saint relic."

"Do you have a way to avoid detection by Emperor Realm Experts?"

"Naturally!"

"Alright!"

Li Mingxuan pondered for a moment and still agreed, without mentioning the contract; everything was unsaid.