Nine Yang Sword Saint

“Oh, please come in.” Ximen Ningning walked towards the room in front to avoid facing Yang Dingtian.

Yang Dingtian followed behind her. Again, it was unavoidable for Yang Dingtian to see her waist and hip curves. They looked like a wonderful willow shaking in the spring breeze.

Although Yang Dingtian had tried his best to avoid staring, the leading Ximen Ningning was becoming more and more awkward. Even though she was not facing Yang Dingtian, her face was turning redder and redder. She was only able to keep her head low, looking at her feet.

Ximen Ningning’s journey felt long even though it was only a few meters.

The place where she stayed was a small attic without any paintings or other decorations. It was quite simple but did not lack exquisiteness.

After entering the attic, it could be seen that the interior was simple but very comfortable. There was completely nothing made of metal. Everything was made of wood, ceramics, or cotton.

Yang Dingtian noticed that the clothes she wore were made of soft cotton cloth and not silk brocades. They used no dyes and only had its natural white cyan. The clothes made her body figure look more charming.

She had Yang Dingtian sit and started to make him tea. Ximen Ningning then sat off on the side. Both of them remained silent and just continued to sit quietly. It seemed like talking to a stranger was a big challenge for her.

Yang Dingtian wasn’t in a hurry to talk. He was observing the room carefully. Ximen Ningning was said to have embroidered even her innerwear all by herself. Her ingenuity was apparent.

Of course, she made most of the things in this house with her own hands. The wooden cup Yang Dingtian was holding was not gorgeous and had no decorative carvings. However, its curvature was just perfect, and it felt very comfortable when held. Similar to her body curves, every inch of the each of the cup’s arcs was perfect.

Besides the teacup, the other things in the house also all gave one a sense of natural beauty. At the moment, an unfinished robe hanged next to her. It appeared to be a brocade robe designed for a man.

When she saw Yang Dingtian’s eyes focus on the robe, Ximen Ningning’s face immediately turned red, and she quickly hid the robe.

Yang Dingtian was a bit surprised. A woman like Ximen Ningning was actually sewing a robe for a man. Whoever it was must have a very close relationship with her. Did this pretty woman already have a lover?

“This, this is your clothing. Yanyan had me make it,” Ximen Ningning explained in a low voice.

Yang Dingtian was stunned for a moment. “I don’t think she will ever get you to make them for me again.”

“Why?” Ximen Ningning was surprised.

“Because I don’t listen to her. She won’t care about me anymore,” Yang Dingtian replied.

Ximen Ningning frowned, her eyes full of worry. “There’s nothing that cannot be resolved between husband and wife. How can you say something like that? Is it because you weren’t willing to take the Xuan Dissociation Pill and start learning the Chaotic Heaven Destroyer Swordsmanship?”

Yang Dingtian was surprised. “How do you know?”

“Yanyan tells me everything,” Ximen Ningning said, her face turning red again.

Her delicate face didn’t seem capable of hiding any secret. Yang Dingtian could almost confirm that Ximen Yanyan had already told her that he would take Ximen Ningning as his second wife.

“Then, what was her attitude when she talked about me? Was it good?” Yang Dingtian asked.

Ximen Ningning didn’t answer but seemed conflicted. She didn’t want to lie but also didn’t want to tell the truth.

Yang Dingtian already knew the answer. His heart felt slightly uncomfortable. Yanyan and Ximen Ningning talked about everything. They shared all of their true feelings.

“I know she feels wronged by fate,” Yang Dingtian said with a forced smile.

Ximen Ningning fell into silence and didn’t know what to say to comfort him.

“Actually…” After hesitating for a while, Ximen Ningning said, “To be honest, the conflict between you and Yanyan, I’m on your side. People should have stick to their own choices. Once they choose, they should just persist. Either you succeed or…”

Yang Dingtian was slightly stunned and then nodded. “Thank you for understanding. I can listen to her in other things, but regarding this matter, I will only listen to myself.”

Ximen Ningning bowed her head. “If it were me, I would have made the same choice.”

Yang Dingtian immediately gained some confidence.

Then, they were quiet again. Nobody spoke.

Ximen Ningning would never take the initiative to talk if Yang Dingtian didn’t.

…

Yang Dingtian decided to go first. “I need to go hunt for demon nuclei in the wilderness a few hundred miles away. Can you lend me a flying beast? Since there’s a magma abyss blocking my way, I won’t be able to go on horseback. It will be even better if you can provide me with some healing medicines.”

“Are you going to practice in the wilderness? By yourself?” Ximen Ningning asked.

Yang Dingtian nodded.

“Of course, I can give you what you want. However, practicing in the wilderness is very dangerous. You might even lose your life if you go alone. I have some demon nuclei with me if you need them.”

“It will only be work if I get them on my own,” Yang Dingtian explained.

Ximen Ningning wanted to say something but ended not finding the words. She nodded. “Wait a second.”

Then, she walked into her room.

A few minutes later, she returned with a box.

A fragrant smell wafted out when she opened it.

“The red pill is a Full Restoration Pill. In case you’re injured, you should be fine after taking it. The purple pill is an Energy Recovery Pill. It’s for restoring energy,” Ximen Ningning explained.

Yang Dingtian was shocked. “This is too wasteful! I only need pills of the first rank. All these fifth rank pills are just going to be wasted on me.”

That’s right, all of these fifth rank Full Restoration Pills were typically taken by Xuan Martial Artist or Grandmaster level experts after being seriously injured. They were very precious and could even be exchanged for lives. They could sell for at least ten thousand gold coins on the market. Yang Dingtian was just going to kill some weak minor monster. It simply wasn’t worth using fifth rank pills. Ximen Ningning had even given him three.

For Energy Recovery Pills, their value was even greater. They were classified as fifth rank superior class pills. When Xuan Martial Artists or Grandmaster level experts released Xuan skills and ran out of Xuan energy, if they took this Energy Recovery Pill, they would be able to fill their Sea of Energy and continue fighting almost immediately. Therefore, the value of an Energy Recovery Pill was far more than that of a Full Restoration Pill.

It could be said that Energy Recovery Pills were one of the most important high-level strategic materials. Yang Dingtian currently had almost no Xuan energy, and Ximen Ningning was giving all of them to him.

“It’s, it’s better to have it on you,” Ximen Ningning insisted. “Moreover, these were all concocted by me.”

“You’re even a pharmacist?” Yang Dingtian asked. “I know we have another pharmacist in Cloud Sky City.”

“I did it on my own,” she replied.

Yang Dingtian was once again shocked. She was able to concoct a fifth rank superior class pill on her own. This talent was insane!

“But my answer is still no. It’s too wasteful. These pills are so precious,” Yang Dingtian said. “Can’t you just replace them with pills of the first rank?”

Ximen Ningning’s face was filled with anxiety. She spoke softly, “But, I don’t want to replace them. Can you please keep them?”

Again, Yang Dingtian was shocked because this was the first time he encountered someone who was desperately trying to giving these precious pills away. She even used a pleading tone.

“Alright,” he replied.

Then, they fell silent again.

After gathering her courage, Ximen Ningning said, “You really should not go because beasts are very powerful. Even the lowest level beast needs at least two to three novices working together to kill it. You’re just an enlightener. You really, really cannot kill them. You will be killed instead.”

That’s right, even a First Rank Xuan Beast needed at least three five-star Novices to kill it. Therefore, each time Cloud Sky City disciples went to the wilderness to practice, they would be led by a few stronger tutors. Even though at least dozens of people would go together, there would still be casualties.

Yang Dingtian said, “I know it is very dangerous, but I have to personally collect demon nuclei of five different elements within six days. I have no choice.”

Ximen Ningning was surprised. “That is impossible. It’s still fine for fire or wind-type beasts. Gold-type beasts all live together in groups. Also, they live in crypts. Even Xuan Martial Artists don’t dare go alone. For ice-type beasts, the nearest one is more than ten thousand miles away from here. Of course, these are not even the most difficult to kill. The most difficult is an electric-type beast, which is nearly impossible for you to find. Furthermore, even a Grandmaster expert couldn’t kill one.”

Yang Dingtian wondered, “Is getting an electric-type demon nucleus that hard?”

“To be honest, it’s much harder than you think… I’m a beast language savant and I’ve seen countless beasts. However, I’ve never seen an electric beast in my life. Electric-type beasts are very rare.”

“Ahhh…” Yang Dingtian was shocked. “Then, where do electric-type beasts appear?”

“The sea abyss that is ten thousand miles away, or the dark cracks on the edge of the continent. However, these two places are not easy to get close to even for a Grandmaster expert,” Ximen Ningning answered. “Thus, any electric-type beast is considered a rare treasure. If one appeared, everyone would wildly fight for it.”

That’s right, if a weak electric-type beast was caught, it would be cultivated for decades or even centuries. Once it grew strong enough, it would be concocted into a martial soul, empowering the warrior with an electric-type Xuan skill. Among all Xuan skills, an electric-type Xuan skill could almost be considered a BUG because it would be able to ignore almost all defenses.

Yang Dingtian took a deep breath. It seemed that hunting for the five demon nuclei was much more difficult than he expected. What was worse, he only had six days.

“But, I don’t have a choice,” Yang Dingtian lamented. “I can fail, but I can never give up halfway just because it looks impossible. Let’s start with the easiest ones. I’ll go for fire-type and wind-type nuclei first.”

Ximen Ningning said, “But, with your strength right now, it’s very difficult for you to kill them. You won’t even be able to penetrate their outer skin. Furthermore, they are born with Xuan skills. Even if they blow off steam, it will be enough to severely injure you.”

“Then, I shall pierce their eyes and mouths,” Yang Dingtian answered. “I’ve confidence in my swordsmanship, and I promise I’ll only kill one of each.”

Ximen Ningning bitterly bit her lips. “Must you go? Maybe I can go with you?”

Yang Dingtian shook his head. “No way, it can only be done by me alone. Otherwise, other people will leave their imprints on the demon nuclei, rendering them utterly useless to me.”

“But, if you were to die, Yanyan will blame me. Also, you’re carrying all of foster father’s hopes,” Ximen Ningning said.

“I’ll be extra careful,” Yang Dingtian replied firmly. “If I really can’t even kill the lowest level beast, then I will leave Cloud Sky City immediately.”

After Ximen Ningning struggled for a while, she bit her lips again. “Alright, wait a bit.”

She then turned and walked towards her room, slowly taking off her clothes as she did. Yang Dingtian was confused. What else did she want to give him? Why did she need to take off her clothes?

After a few minutes, Ximen Ningning left her room. There was some super thin clothing in her hands. Furthermore, the dress she was wearing was somewhat wrinkled and looked a little messy.

It can be deduced that this super-thin clothing had just been removed from her body. She was wearing it just moments ago.

“This is Deep Sea Xuan Clothes, the last layer of skin that Nagas shed after becoming human. It is very soft but sturdy. The beasts won’t be able to hurt your upper body once you put it on. You should put it on before you go hunt the beasts.

“Ahhh…” Yang Dingtian was completely shocked.

Deep Sea Xuan Clothes? The skin shed by the Naga? This was considered an incomparably precious treasure in the world!

The Naga were the most mysterious and powerful species in the world. Everyone in the world knew of their legends, but no one in the past millennium had ever seen one.

What surprised Yang Dingtian the most was that Ximen Ningning actually had Deep Sea Xuan Clothes. Who was she?

The most important question was why she would lend such a precious treasure to Yang Dingtian? They had only just met!