Chapter 399 - 171: Settling, the Limit

Chapter 399: Chapter 171: Settling, the Limit

A tall, elegant figure appeared at the entrance of the hall.

She wore a sky-blue martial artist’s uniform, which perfectly outlined her powerful and flawless figure. Her beautiful hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her bright eyes were fixed on Fang Xing, a faint smile gracing her exquisite face.

It was none other than Hong Miaojin!

"Milady."

Seeing Hong Miaojin, Fang Xing immediately put down his teacup and was about to rise, but she had already strode into the hall.

"Stay seated. There’s no need for such formalities with me."

Fang Xing smiled. "Thank you, Milady."

Hong Miaojin walked over and took the seat of honor, her captivating, bright eyes gazing at him.

"Is the tea good?"

Fang Xing nodded. "Milady’s tea is sweet and soothing to the throat. It’s very pleasant."

Hong Miaojin rolled her eyes. "You rascal, since when did you learn to be such a smooth-talker?"

"I’m speaking from the heart."

Fang Xing chuckled.

Hong Miaojin pursed her lips and stepped forward to size him up.

’This guy’s aura is already nearly comparable to a Grandmaster’s. It seems his progress has been excellent.’

Thinking this to herself, Hong Miaojin smiled. "Not bad. You’ve improved quickly. Have you finished cultivating your Martial Arts?"

Fang Xing nodded. "Yes, I’ve completed my Cultivation. I must thank you again for your help before, Milady, for mobilizing the Primordial Qi to help me succeed."

Hong Miaojin smiled. "It was nothing. How do you feel about your strength now?"

"Well, as things stand, I’ll have no problem against anyone below the level of a Grandmaster."

Hong Miaojin raised an eyebrow. "And what about those at the Grandmaster level?"

"It would depend on the specific situation. Taking one down with me might not be an issue, but only against someone around the First Layer of the Grandmaster realm. Against anyone stronger, I’d have no confidence at all," Fang Xing replied.

Trading his life for a Grandmaster’s!

Hearing this, Hong Miaojin’s heart trembled slightly.

She knew perfectly well how vast the gap was between True Gang and True Essence.

Even back in her day, she would have needed to reach True Gang Perfection at the very least to have that kind of confidence.

And even then, she might have fallen a little short.

Seeing Fang Xing’s calm and composed demeanor, she felt that this guy was probably even more terrifying than she had imagined.

Frankly, with her high standards, there were few who could catch her eye. Fang Xing was, without a doubt, one of the best among them.

Whether in terms of his Martial Arts Divine Techniques or his Cultivation speed, he was among the absolute top-tier in the entire Great Jing.

She recalled how back then, Fang Xing’s Cultivation was merely at the Early Stage of True Qi. In just one or two short years, he had surpassed a level that others might not reach in ten or even several decades.

Even compared to the geniuses of the Upper Sects, he was faster by more than a single measure.

With such talent, even she was only his equal at best.

The term "Demon Fiend" was truly fitting for him!

"Excellent. To have such a foundation at the True Gang Peak... it seems your progress is even faster than I anticipated," Hong Miaojin said with a beaming smile.

The more she looked at Fang Xing, the more pleased she was!

She even felt that in just a few years, he might even become number one on the Hidden Dragon List!

"It is all thanks to your nurturing, Milady, that I was able to make such progress."

Hong Miaojin shot him a look. "Oh, give me a break. I’ve nurtured plenty of people, and I’ve never seen anyone as freakish as you."

"..."

"Milady, I’ve heard the recent situation is quite dire. There’s turmoil erupting in many places, and the Demons and Monsters are making significant moves."

Fang Xing changed the subject, looking at Hong Miaojin.

Hong Miaojin nodded. "Yes, the situation lately is indeed not good. The Demon Alliance has been making big moves."

Fang Xing pondered for a moment before looking at her. "Milady, is this related to the incident with the Celestial Eagle Demon Emperor?"

"What? Are you afraid?" Hong Miaojin asked him coolly.

Fang Xing shook his head. "I’m not worried about anything, but I feel deeply ashamed that the incident with the Celestial Eagle Demon Emperor has led to this situation."

Hong Miaojin couldn’t help but smile. "You’re overthinking it. Even without the matter of the Celestial Eagle Demon Emperor, what’s meant to come will come sooner or later."

"But I suppose you could call this a good thing."

Hong Miaojin took a sip of tea and said this with a nonchalant expression.

Fang Xing: "...?"

A... a good thing?!

How could this be called a good thing?