Chapter 1403 1400: Men and Women Should Maintain Proper Distance

The Tiger King decided to mentor Luo Feng partly because he admired him, and partly because he was grateful for Luo Feng's kindness towards Yan Hu.

Though Yan Hu had inherited his bloodline, he never took training seriously and caused trouble everywhere. It was only after his trip to the Canglan Dynasty last year that he suddenly changed his ways, even gaining the recognition of the Tiger-head Tribe's totem, the Falling Star Sky-Splitting Tiger.

As a King of his time, the Tiger King understood well the rarity of finding a worthy opponent.

Luo Feng played a significant role in Yan Hu's transformation.

It's just that…

Luo Feng was even more outstanding than he had imagined.

"I never expected such an unpolished gem to appear in the Canglan Dynasty…"

The Tiger King pondered deeply.

Bang!

At that moment, with a whirlwind howl, the Falling Star Sky-Splitting Tiger returned to the peak, glanced at Luo Feng, and then lay down on a huge rock, closing its eyes and soon snoring away.

Swish!

Luo Feng caught up and, looking at Juyan, curiously asked, "Senior, it seems the training hasn't ended yet."

The Tiger King felt a bit embarrassed. Having been partners for over a thousand years, even without words, he understood Juyan's intentions.

Continuing to suppress his realm and fight would probably mean Juyan could no longer restrain his strength against Luo Feng. A momentary lapse could result in Luo Feng landing a hit on him. As one of the four fierce beasts of the Southern Forest, he definitely couldn't accept being struck by someone of the younger generation, so he might as well stop to avoid losing face.

Cough, cough…

After a couple of dry coughs, the Tiger King said, "That's it for today's training."

"That's it? But I haven't reached my limit yet…" Luo Feng puzzled. In the previous days of training, it only ended when he was utterly exhausted.

The Tiger King widened his eyes, "You might not be tired, but I am. Go fetch some game to pair with my wine. Every day I guide your training, yet you never think to pay respects to your elder."

"Uh… Senior, I'll go right away."

Luo Feng scratched his head with a chuckle, quickly tidied up, and then dashed into the nearby forest.

"This rascal, when it comes to training, nothing else matters to him."

The Tiger King watched Luo Feng's disappearing silhouette, smiling and scolding, then talked to himself, "Looks like it's time for him to begin the next stage of his training."

At this moment, Juyan opened his eyes.

"Are you suggesting taking him as a disciple?"

The Tiger King glanced back at Juyan, pondering for a moment before nodding lightly, "I've stayed hidden for too long; it's time to venture out again."

…

In the Out Cloud Country, Cloud Brocade City.

Riding on the Green Jade Spirit Boat, Yue Haitang and others had left the Dali Dynasty two days ago and entered the territory of the Out Cloud Country. On the fourth day, they finally arrived at Cloud Brocade City.

Cloud Brocade City was situated atop a magnificent peak that seemed split in half by a giant blade, leaving a flat surface spanning over a thousand miles. The city was built in the middle of this flat area. With clouds and mist rising year-round, the entire city appeared to rest upon a cloud-formed brocade, hence its name.

Under the bright moon, the thin mist around Cloud Brocade City transformed into white jade ribbons, making it look like an immortal city from afar.

Within a luxurious courtyard in the city, five figures sat in a pavilion surrounded by flower gardens, quietly conversing. They were Chixiao, Yue Haitang, and others.

This luxurious courtyard was a property the Dali Dynasty purchased in Cloud Brocade City. The group temporarily stayed here, awaiting Luo Feng.

The courtyard's flower gardens were planted with various Spirit Flowers and Spirit Grass. An artificial lake reflected a full moon, and when a gentle breeze stirred, the moonlight fragmented into countless pieces, sparkling across the lake's surface, creating a beautiful intent realm.

Yue Haitang sat by the pavilion's edge, staring dazedly at the moonlight on the lake.

"Yue Haitang?"

Chixiao put down his wine cup.

Yue Haitang didn't hear him until Su Zhuyun nudged him. He snapped back and replied, "What is it?"

Chixiao chuckled, "Are you worried about Luo Feng?"

Yue Haitang immediately shook his head, "No."

Jiang Fengfeng curled her lips with a smirk, "I don't believe you. Ever since the Tiger King took Luo Feng, you've been out of sorts every day."

A gentle breeze blew by, and Yue Haitang's breathing quickened slightly, a hint of embarrassment coloring his face.

Chixiao smiled, "You don't need to worry too much. Since the Tiger King promised nothing would happen to him, he won't break his word. Instead, it's better to look forward to how much Luo Feng's strength will have grown when he returns."

Hearing this, Jiang Fengfeng giggled with confidence, "I'll break through to the sixth level of the True Yuan Realm within ten days, so the next time he appears, I'll surely defeat him!"

Yue Haitang smiled faintly, then after a brief pause, excused himself to his room for some training.

"Haitang Gongzi." As he left the garden, a tall figure followed him.

Yue Haitang turned around to see Xuelian and frowned slightly, "What is it?"

Xuelian's eyes curved like crescent moons, offering a charming smile, "Don't you want to know about the master?"

"You know?" Yue Haitang's gaze fixed on Xuelian intensely.

Xuelian stepped closer, stopping just a step away from Yue Haitang, smiling, "My original blood essence is within the master, so you could say we're inseparable. Of course, I know the master's situation."

Hearing this, an unusual glint flashed across Yue Haitang's eyes. He pursed his lips and asked, "So how is he doing now?"

"The master is doing well. I can feel his strength rapidly increasing, indicating that the Tiger King is indeed guiding his training. However…"

"However, what?" Yue Haitang frowned.

Xuelian lightly chuckled, suddenly leaned closer to Yue Haitang, her graceful silhouette nearly pressing against him. With alluring eyes and fragrant breath, she whispered:

"I'm puzzled why Haitang Gongzi has no reaction to my Blood Charm Technique, yet his thoughts are entangled over a man like our master. Could it be that my charm isn't enough…"

Yue Haitang stepped back, his face turning crimson, and sternly rebuked, "Men and women should keep their distance, Xuelian, please respect yourself."

Xuelian's eyes showed a hint of amusement as she drew a step closer, placing her slender fingers on Yue Haitang's lips, gazing at him tenderly, her voice soft and enticing:

"As long as Haitang Gongzi wishes, Xuelian can agree to any of your conditions…"

"I… I'm going back to my room."

A trace of panic flashed in Yue Haitang's eyes, his chest heaving rapidly as he hastily uttered his words, turning to leave. Using Qinggong, he disappeared at the corridor's other end in an instant.

"Hehe, Haitang Gongzi… Let's see how long you can keep this up." Xuelian watched Yue Haitang's departing figure, smiling with pursed lips.

The Red Blood Wilderness.

Under the moonlit wilderness, only the eerie roars of beasts remained, quite desolate.

Within a mountain hollow, a steadily burning campfire brought a touch of vitality to the dismal night.

"Kid, your cooking skills are quite something."

By the campfire, the Tiger King tore a piece of roast meat and tossed it into his mouth, taking a big swig of wine, enthusiastically praising it.

Luo Feng wiped the grease from his mouth, took out the Emperor Yan's Sky-breaking Saber, and said to the Tiger King:

"Senior, I've rested enough. Let's continue training."

Training with him is a rare opportunity and only lasts for ten days. Luo Feng didn't want to waste a moment.

The Tiger King tossed the last piece of roast meat into his mouth, clapped his hands, and, with a serious look at Luo Feng, said:

"The current training isn't suitable for you. However, before we proceed with other training, there's something I need to tell you."