Xiao Xun'er raised her head slightly, with curiosity and doubt in her eyes, and asked Xiao Ling: "Brother Xiao Ling, I am very curious, how did you find out my identity?"
Xiao Xun'er was not surprised at all that Xiao Ling would doubt her identity. However, what Xiao Xun'er did not expect was that Xiao Ling could actually guess her true origins so accurately.
Hearing Xiao Xun'er's question, Xiao Ling muttered to himself: "I have read the original novel, so I know your identity very well.
Of course, Xiao Ling would never say these things out loud. Xiao Ling had no intention of telling anyone that he was a time traveler, not even the people closest to him.
After a moment's thought, Xiao Ling came up with a suitable excuse. He sighed softly and said seriously, "Xun'er, from the moment we met, your temperament, your abilities, and the profound insights you occasionally reveal about certain things have all been different from those of ordinary people. As time has passed, this difference has become increasingly apparent. Furthermore, your cultivation talent and the resources you possess are definitely not something an ordinary family can provide. Coupled with some accidental clues, I gradually began to have some suspicions."
"Xun'er, didn't I tell you before that while I was traveling in the Jiama Empire, I stumbled upon the soul of a Dou Zun powerhouse and rescued him. His name was Yao Chen, from the Yao Clan, one of the Eight Ancient Clans. In his lifetime, he was a peak-level eighth-grade alchemist, known as the 'Continent's Number One Alchemist.'"
Xiao Xun'er was slightly startled, her beautiful eyes filled with wonder. "So that's the case, Brother Xiao Ling! This is truly a tremendous opportunity. Even among the ancient clans, there are only a handful of peak-level eighth-grade alchemists. I never thought that Yao Chen, who had disappeared for decades, was actually dead and alive, leaving behind only a soul."
Nodding, Xiao Ling continued, "You're right. This is indeed a great opportunity. It's because of Senior Yao Chen's guidance that I've achieved my current success in cultivation and alchemy, and learned a lot of information I've never heard of before."
"And it was thanks to the information Senior Yao Chen revealed that I was able to learn your true origins and identify the family's heirloom, thus understanding the true history of our Xiao Clan."
In truth, Yao Chen was unaware of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade's origins, nor was he aware that Xiao Ling's family was descended from the Xiao Clan, which had declined millennia ago.
Having left the Yao Clan at a young age to venture forth, Yao Chen was naturally unaware of certain whispers among the higher-ups.
However, Xun'er was also unaware of this matter, so Xiao Ling used Yao Chen as an example for explanation.
Xiao Ling slowly extended his slender, white hand, and a cluster of dazzling golden flames instantly erupted, like a lively spirit leaping joyfully.
"This exotic fire is the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame, ranked fourth on the list of exotic fires. Previously, I only knew its general appearance, but knew nothing about its origins. Fortunately, Senior Yao Chen told me, and now I know that the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame is a exotic fire inherited by the Ancient Clan, one of the Eight Ancient Clans. You were able to tame the Golden Emperor Burning Heaven Flame and even give me a seed fire. I imagine your status within the Ancient Clan must be quite high, otherwise you would never have done such a thing."
Nodding slightly, Xiao Xun'er said softly, "I see. Brother Xiao Ling, then, this is all a matter of chance. I just didn't expect there to be so many twists and turns. Senior Yao Chen's guidance was truly crucial, allowing you to learn so many unknown secrets."
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Xiao Xun'er's beautiful eyes moved, and she was afraid that Xiao Ling would think too much, so she said with some concern: "Brother Xiao Ling, although my identity is special, I have never had any bad intentions towards you. I am sincere when I get along with you, and there is absolutely no hypocrisy. I hope you don't misunderstand." "
I came to the Xiao clan for some purpose. My father hopes that I can have a carefree childhood, and asked me to take care of everyone in the Xiao family. Moreover, the family also wants to take away the Xiao family's Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade. But Brother Xiao Ling, during these days of knowing you, my sincerity has never changed."
Xiao Ling gently stroked Xiao Xun'er's face, staring into her eyes full of worry, and said slowly: "Xun'er, I can see through your sincerity, and I firmly believe that what you said is true. No matter how respected your identity is, the friendship between us is pure and sincere, without any impurities."
With a slight flip of his palm, there was a flash of light, and the mysterious Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade was taken out from the system space by Xiao Ling.
Slowly handing it to Xiao Xun'er, Xiao Ling looked at Xiao Xun'er: "Xun'er, look, this should be the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade that your family has always wanted you to find."
With Xiao Xun'er's vision, she naturally recognized the authenticity of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade at a glance.
Xiao Xun'er gazed at the jade pendant radiating a mysterious glow in Xiao Ling's hand, and nodded slightly before slowly replying, "Yes, this is indeed the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade. The family sent me here precisely for this piece of Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade, but I never imagined I would end up seeing it in this way."
A gentle smile graced Xiao Ling's face, and he spoke slowly, "Xun'er, since obtaining this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade was your original intention and purpose in coming to the Xiao family, then you may take it with you."
Xiao Xun'er gazed at the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade that Xiao Ling had handed her, a complex expression in her eyes. She looked at Xiao Ling and replied, "Brother Xiao Ling, you should keep this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade with you. It's a priceless treasure, containing secrets about the last Dou Qi Continent Dou Emperor, Tuoshe Ancient Emperor, and holds the opportunity to become an emperor."
"Besides, this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade is a treasure passed down from the Xiao Clan. I really shouldn't have taken it from you."
Xiao Ling waved his hand and then pressed the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade into Xiao Xun'er's hands, saying, "Although this Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade has an extraordinary origin, the Xiao Clan is currently weak. Leaving such a precious treasure with me would only harm me and not benefit me in my current state. It's best for you to take it back to the Ancient Clan. You've been with the Xiao Clan for so many years. If you return empty-handed, I'm sure the elders in your family
will be unhappy." "This time, when I returned to the Jia Ma Empire, I was suddenly attacked by a Soul Palace guardian. That Soul Palace expert was powerful and ruthless. Fortunately, Senior Yao Chen intervened in time, and we were able to capture him without any danger. I learned a lot of crucial information from that Soul Palace guardian. The Soul Palace has now discovered the Xiao Clan's whereabouts and will definitely take action to obtain the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Jade."
(End of this chapter)