ALL NOVEL Chapter 81: Li Ran, I Hate You!
Xiao Qingge knew Yue Jianli.
The second-ranked genius on the Heavenly Prodigy List and the youngest Head Disciple of the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion.
Although they were about the same age, Yue Jianli had already reached the Golden Core stage, making her a true prodigy.
She was also someone who could be compared to Li Ran.
‘How did she find her way here? Could it be because of the events in the secret realm?’ Xiao Qingge pondered.
While she was observing Yue Jianli, Yue Jianli was also scrutinizing her.
With delicate features and a stunning beauty, Xiao Qingge indeed lived up to her reputation.
“So it’s her! The mortal who was with Li Ran in the secret realm.”
‘No wonder Li Ran has always protected her. Turns out they have a marriage contract!’
The more Yue Jianli thought about it, the angrier she became.
She crushed the tea cup in her hand!
Xiao Qingge’s heart skipped a beat.
It seemed like she was here to cause trouble!
Xiao Qingge spoke up, “Head Disciple Yue, what brings you to my Xiao family?”
Yue Jianli calmed herself down and said indifferently, “It’s nothing. I just wanted to meet Miss Xiao.”
“Meet me?”
Xiao Qingge was taken aback, “We don’t seem to know each other well, do we?”
“Miss Xiao seems quite forgetful,” Yue Jianli sneered. “The Life Fruit that restored your cultivation was snatched from me by Li Ran, wasn’t it?”
Xiao Qingge’s eyes narrowed!
So that’s why she’s here. Definitely not with good intentions!
“Immortal Material belongs to whoever holds it. Even though Head Disciple Yue found it first, that doesn’t mean it was yours.”
Xiao Qingge was on guard, ready to act.
She had already consumed the fruit; there was no way to return it!
Yue Jianli shook her head, “Miss Xiao misunderstands. I have no intention of making you repay it.”
Li Ran had done her a great favor. Forget about a single Life Fruit, she wouldn’t hesitate to give her life if he needed it.
But there was an inexplicable impulse in her heart that drove her to see Xiao Qingge.
“Then what does Head Disciple Yue intend?” Xiao Qingge was puzzled.
Yue Jianli did not answer. Instead, she asked, “I heard you and Li Ran have a marriage contract?”
“Yes.” Xiao Qingge nodded.
Yue Jianli asked again, “But I remember that the Hidden Gauze Sect has rules prohibiting its disciples from marrying. How could he have a marriage contract with you?”
Xiao Qingge didn’t know why Yue Jianli was concerned about this but still explained, “The marriage was arranged by our ancestors. We were very young at the time, and Li Ran had not yet joined the Hidden Gauze Sect.”
“I see.”
Yue Jianli felt relieved, nodding, “So it was an arranged marriage and not Li Ran’s voluntary choice.”
“…”
“Head Disciple Yue… you seem quite happy?” Xiao Qingge was suspicious.
Her intuition told her that something was off about this woman.
Yue Jianli blushed, “It’s nothing, just curious… When do you plan to break off the engagement?”
“…”
This was too strange!
Xiao Qingge cleared her throat and said, “Although it was arranged by our parents, Li Ran and I are also mutually in love. Why would we break off the engagement?”
Yue Jianli raised an eyebrow, “As long as Li Ran is in the Hidden Gauze Sect, he can never marry. Why waste your time?”
Xiao Qingge snorted coldly, “Whether it’s a waste or not is my business. Head Disciple Yue, you’re overstepping your bounds!”
If she couldn’t see it now, she’d be a fool!
Yue Jianli definitely liked Li Ran!
“Indeed, I spoke out of turn.”
Yue Jianli didn’t say more.
She stood up with her sword, “Farewell.”
Xiao Qingge watched her leaving figure, feeling a fire of anger in her heart, “No matter what, Li Ran and I are betrothed. Head Disciple Yue, please have some self-respect!”
“What did you say?”
Yue Jianli turned back, her eyes cold.
Their gazes clashed in the air, sparks flying.
……
Li Ran had settled Shen Ning and applied scar-removing medicine for her before leaving with peace of mind.
He walked in the direction of the Xiao Mansion.
Xiao Qingge was no longer a disciple of the Divine Dao Sect and naturally could not practice its techniques anymore. Her cultivation was at a standstill.
However, he had obtained a high-level technique, the “Jade Maiden Rakshasa Sutra,” from Li Wuchang.
This technique was powerful enough to cultivate up to the Emperor realm, and it was perfect for Xiao Qingge.
As he walked halfway, he suddenly noticed a crowd gathering with excited expressions. He vaguely heard words like “Xiao family,” “Xiao Qingge,” and “fight.”
Li Ran frowned, “Could someone in Five Yang City dare to cause trouble for the Xiao family?”
He quickened his pace.
As he approached the Xiao family, he saw two people fighting on an open ground.
One had long, flowing hair and an unparalleled beauty—it was Xiao Qingge.
The other wore a blue robe, wielded a long sword, and had a heroic look.
Li Ran was stunned.
“Yue Jianli? Why is she here? And why are they fighting?!”
Boom!
The two clashed, and Xiao Qingge was sent flying backward while Yue Jianli remained unmoved.
Yue Jianli was very strong, and even if Xiao Qingge had regained her cultivation, she was no match for her.
But Yue Jianli was holding back; her sword had not yet left its sheath.
“Stop, you are no match for me,” Yue Jianli said, shaking her head.
“Hmph, so what? No matter how strong you are, Li Ran won’t want you!” Xiao Qingge retorted angrily.
“What did you say? Say it again?”
Yue Jianli’s eyes flashed with anger.
“I said, give up! Li Ran will never like a violent maniac like you!” Xiao Qingge shouted.
Clang!
The long sword was unsheathed!
Sword energy spread, forcing the onlookers back several meters!
Yue Jianli’s voice was icy, “Since you call me a violent maniac, I’ll show you violence!”
The sword shone brightly, transforming into a giant sword in an instant!
It hovered over Xiao Qingge like a dark cloud!
Xiao Qingge’s expression turned serious, sensing the danger.
Her intuition told her she couldn’t block this attack!
“Stop!”
Just as things were about to escalate, Li Ran flashed between them, “What’s going on? Why are you fighting?”
He looked at both of them.
On one side, Xiao Qingge pouted with a wronged expression.
On the other, Yue Jianli’s face was pale with rage, as cold as frost.
Li Ran swallowed, “There must be some misunderstanding…”
Yue Jianli sneered, “Li Ran, you’re just in time! Then you take this strike for her!”
She pressed her hands down, and the giant sword slashed down!
Li Ran stood still, not dodging.
“Li Lang, be careful!” Xiao Qingge cried out.
The giant sword stopped just inches from his body, the sword’s aura blowing his clothes.
Yue Jianli said angrily, “Why don’t you fight back?”
Li Ran shrugged, “Why don’t you strike?”
“You!”
Yue Jianli stomped her foot in frustration and flew away.
“Li Ran, I hate you! I never want to see you again!”
“…”
Li Ran rubbed his temples, “What a mess…”