Free Web NovelChapter 2180: Chapter 2215: Acquired Something Good
The battle at Great Python Mountain’s Wu Family Fortress resulted in deaths of strong individuals from the Skeleton Sect and Wu Family due to Zhong Wushang. Many family members also lost their lives.
Although the instigator was the Liu Family, if it weren’t for Zhong Wushang, these events wouldn’t have occurred. Later, they rushed into Tianmu Sea, and the Zhong Family sent people to intercept them, causing more deaths among Skeleton Sect’s disciples. At that time, the Second Elder angrily swore that Skeleton Sect’s disciples should never forget this blood feud.
"Alright, let’s go back and see if there’s anything that needs to be done."
Ding Fan spoke, with Wu Qingxia and the Second Elder standing up and nodding heavily, calming themselves. Ding Fan bid farewell to the Xu Family’s guards’ commander and the guards, led three people out of the plaza, boarded a luxurious chariot, and drove out of the city.
"Clip-clop, clip-clop~"
Before leaving the city, the sound of hooves rang out behind him, and Ding Fan raised the curtains to see Xu Jianqiang and Xu Xingying leading a group of people running towards him.
"Brother Ding!"
Xu Jianqiang shouted from a distance, and Ding Fan could only stop the luxurious chariot. He stepped out with his people, waiting on the road for Xu Jianqiang to arrive.
"Brother Ding."
Xu Jianqiang came galloping forward, dismounted with mock reproach, grabbed Ding Fan’s hand and said, "This is your fault, why are you leaving so soon? Do you dislike Yuexia City? You saved Xingying’s life, and if we don’t repay your kindness, do you want all the forces in Tianmu Sea to call our Xu Family ungrateful? Come with us, we’ve prepared a banquet just waiting for Brother Ding to be seated."
Xu Jianqiang was very enthusiastic, making Ding Fan feel as if Xu Jianqiang had been a friend for years.
Xu Xingying behind him also smiled sweetly and said, "Island Master Ding, please give Xingying a chance to express gratitude for your lifesaving grace."
Seeing Xu Xingying’s smile, Ding Fan inexplicably felt some aversion. In the Imperial Tomb, he led everyone out of the maze, yet Xu Xingying showed no gratitude behind him, but here, she was so hypocritical?
His expression unchanged, he bitterly smiled and cupped his hands, saying, "Young Master Xu, it’s not that I refuse your kindness, it’s really that my injuries have not healed yet, and I want to go back to recuperate. How about this, when I’m fully healed, I’ll come to apologize?"
Xu Jianqiang was momentarily surprised by Ding Fan’s words, but seeing Ding Fan’s determined tone, he nodded and said to Ding Fan, "I was too abrupt; Brother Ding is injured, yet I invited him for drinks. No matter, we’ll have that drink another time. Bring it up!"
Xu Jianqiang shouted to those behind him, and several people carried a large box over, seemingly worried that others wouldn’t see it. Xu Jianqiang pointed at the box and said, "This is a small gift, a token of the Xu Family’s small sincerity to brother. If Brother Ding refuses to accept it, then I’ll be unhappy."
"Sigh, just for show."
Ding Fan sighed inwardly, what’s the use of carrying so many boxes? It’s just to make others think the Xu Family is generous, isn’t it? If they truly wanted to give, why not offer some top-grade Spiritual Materials or Spiritual Medicine?
Though Ding Fan scorned it inwardly, he remained courteous on the surface, waved his hand and said, "This really can’t be taken, really can’t be taken. Skull Island is an affiliate of Moon Mist Island, you are my superior, Ding, this small matter is not worth mentioning, I accept the sentiment, but the item should be returned."
"How can that be, come on!"
However, Xu Jianqiang was very domineering, he told his subordinates, "Deliver the gift directly to the warship on Skull Island. If they don’t accept it, don’t bother coming back."
"Yes, young master!"
Several Xu Family martial artists obeyed orders and took the box straight from the city, heading towards the warship on Skull Island, rendering Ding Fan speechless. Xu Jianqiang was a born actor, if ordinary people would be overwhelmed with gratitude, wouldn’t they?
Ding Fan could only offer courtesy again, accepting the gift, then slightly flattering Xu Jianqiang before getting back on the carriage and leaving the city.
Xu Jianqiang and Xu Xingying watched Ding Fan leave until he disappeared around the street corner, before riding their horses towards the Xu Family Courtyard.
As soon as they stepped into the Xu Family courtyard, Xu Jianqiang’s face immediately darkened, speaking coldly and calmly, "Truly ungrateful, nothing more than a small figure not even reaching the third-level power, yet he dares to act like this?"
Xu Xingying looked disdainful, "Really sees himself as someone, the Bai Family threw an olive branch, Herr Ningshuang and Herr Rufeng sent him to Daozhen City. I suppose he’s already lost his mind, and no longer sees the Xu Family in his eyes. If he becomes the Daozhen Family’s son-in-law, Tianmu Sea might not be able to contain him."
"You’re such a nuisance!"
Xu Jianqiang said with a deep voice, his expression extremely gloomy. For years, he had pursued Herr Rufeng, yet Herr Ningshuang had never even met him. Ding Fan was just a stray dog from Divine Heaven Country running to Tianmu Sea, yet was personally sent to Daozhen City by the two Pearls of Tianmu Sea?
"Why are you angry at me?"
Xu Xingying pouted unhappily after hearing her brother’s anger, saying, "Isn’t it because you don’t train diligently enough? Ding Fan may be annoying, but he killed Zhong Wugu. If your realm could kill Zhong Wugu, the Herr sisters would also look at you highly?"
"Hmph!"
Xu Jianqiang snorted, picked up his pace, rushed away towards the distance, stopped at a corner, turned his head and said, "Tell father, I want to go into seclusion for training. I will not come out until breaking the Third Level Peak of Divine Realm; have father prepare resources to attack the Third Level of Divine Realm, I want Herr Rufeng to see clearly, Xu Jianqiang is not a waste!"
Ding Fan’s worries in Daozhen City came true. The Herr sisters grandly sent him to the teleportation array, probably at least igniting the jealousy of all young masters from various forces in Tianmu Sea, not to mention, Xu Jianqiang now hated Ding Fan down to his bone.
Returning to Skull Island was a lively day, all Skeleton disciples came, looking at Ding Fan with particularly fervent eyes. At this moment, Ding Fan finally became the indisputable Island Master, becoming the backbone of Skeleton Sect.
Xu Jianqiang’s gift was truly an act; all were low-quality goods, not worth even a hundred thousand Black Obsidian, they packed such large boxes just for outsiders to see. freeweɓnøvel.com
The Wolf Fall Cliff battle had spread across Skull Island, but what happened in the Imperial Tomb was not well known by Wu Qingxia’s group. Ding Fan did not want to explain, only briefly mentioned.
Confirming that Zhong Wugu was killed by Ding Fan, Wu Qingxia and the others looked at Ding Fan with more respect in their eyes.
Being able to kill a mid-stage Third Level Divine Realm opponent, and a genius with Sixth Level Inherited Warrior capabilities, whatever Ding Fan did, he was no longer that conspicuously talented youth. He had grown into a great tree, a strong person the Skeleton Sect could rely on.
"Second Elder!"
Ding Fan dismissed the other elders, leaving only the Second Elder, Wu Qingxia, and Mu Gaosou. He commanded the Second Elder and Wu Qingxia, saying, "In the next few days, you must run to Moon Mist City, for any reason."
"What should I do in Moon Mist City?"
The Second Elder was a bit doubtful, and Wu Qingxia also did not understand. Ding Fan didn’t explain, but commanded, "Just go if I tell you to. For reasons! Think of them yourself, you can buy spiritual beasts, seeds, spiritual materials, whatever you like."
"Yes!"
The Second Elder nodded. Ding Fan then stated his purpose, "After running for a few days, have someone secretly buy some books. Buy them randomly. You can get some inheritance introductions, low-level martial skills, and remember, we must buy books introducing high-quality Spirit Grass and Spiritual Materials.
The Second Elder’s eyes brightened, and Wu Qingxia also realized, was Ding Fan after books on high-level spirit herb treasures? The way he asked the Second Elder to be so careful in buying them, seemed like he obtained something good in the Night Wolf Great Emperor Tomb?
Of course, both the Second Elder and Wu Qingxia didn’t dare to have any thoughts. Just like when Ding Fan took out treasures worth twenty million at the auction, neither had any doubts.
They both knew that the current situation was far different from the past. If the Skeleton Sect did anything to displease Ding Fan, and he walked away, the sect would fall back into a miserable state.
So neither of them asked any questions. Ding Fan looked at the two, satisfied, and told them, "This matter must be kept secret. If the news gets out, Skull Island will be destroyed!"
"He really has something good!"
The Second Elder was startled, Mu Gaosou and Wu Qingxia’s eyes lit up. A greedy thought flashed in the Second Elder’s mind, but they didn’t dare to think further. Moments later, joy filled their faces.
The stronger Ding Fan becomes, the higher the status of Dice Skull Sect will rise, which is a good thing.
The Second Elder cupped his hands, speaking to Ding Fan, "Island Master, I will be careful, this matter will never reach anyone else’s ears."
"Good!"
Hearing the Second Elder’s words, Ding Fan finally felt at ease. He inquired about the situation on the island, and everything was fine. He stood up and walked outside, saying to the few people, "I’m going back for treatment," Mu Gaosou, come with me. As for the others, do whatever you need to do."
"Island Master..."
Wu Qingxia suddenly called out, then stopped speaking. Ding Fan turned around, frowning, and asked, "What’s wrong?"
Wu Qingxia bit her lip and said, "Thank you."
Ding Fan nodded slightly and left with Mu Gaosou. Wu Qingxia’s expression turned sorrowful, as if she had lost her soul.
The Second Elder guessed Liu Yi’s thoughts, sighed lightly, and said to Wu Qingxia, "Sect Master, don’t think too much, at this moment, Ding Fan is already beyond our reach. We still wholeheartedly help him, he is a person of deep sentiment, as long as we support him faithfully, he will soar to the sky, and our Skeleton Sect will rise with him. If there are too many ulterior motives, and he is angered, the Skeleton Sect will fall into the abyss."
"Mm, I understand, Second Elder."
Wu Qingxia nodded, forcing a smile, but couldn’t conceal the loss on her face. She knew Ding Fan and she were no longer in the same league. One day he would soar into the sky, and she could only watch from afar.
"Mu Gaosou, translate these words for me, I want to know what they say."
Returning to Jingshan, Ding Fan took out his manuscript and tossed it to Mu Gaosou. The maid had already prepared pen and paper. Mu Gaosou examined the manuscript carefully, and his eyes lit up.
"Good stuff!"
After looking for a while, Mu Gaosou raised his head and said, "Master, this is a top-grade martial technique from the Divine Realm, where did you get it?"
"Stop asking so many questions, just translate it and copy it for me."
Ding Fan shot him a cold glance, and Mu Gaosou hurriedly picked up the pen and paper to start translating.
Ding Fan didn’t pay attention to him, Mu Gaosou absolutely wouldn’t dare disobey his orders or harbor any harm for him. This manuscript wouldn’t be translated incorrectly.
Half an hour later, Mu Gaosou finished the translation and handed it to Ding Fan, then looked at Ding Fan with eyes full of eagerness, "Master, can I practice this high-level martial technique?"
"Wait until later."
Ding Fan didn’t lift his head, he examined Mu Gaosou’s translated manuscript carefully, and then four big words jumped out—Shadowless Body Technique.
This is an advanced body technique martial skill, and the highest grade. Ding Fan lowered his head and looked at it for a full half hour, then raised his head and said to Mu Gaosou, "I will practice this martial skill first. If I get a higher-level body technique martial skill, I’ll give it to you."
