Beitang Rushuang stood up, surprisingly gave Nangong Zuiyue a slight bow, and said, "I apologize for my behavior that day. I was too rude that day." Nangong
Zuiyue could hardly believe her ears. The usually proud and even somewhat arrogant Beitang Rushuang would actually apologize to her. She couldn't even imagine it, hurriedly returning the gesture. Surprised, she didn't know what to say.
"However, that doesn't mean we're friends; it's just that things are business separate."
The grudges between the two great families of yours will eventually be settled. No one can make mistakes or hurt others and let time slip away to wash them away. "Looking at Nangong Zuiyue's shocked face, Beitang Rushuang added.
After saying this, Beitang Rushuang suddenly felt much brighter. Back then, she had been determined to defeat Nangong Zuiyue, but her mood was already a bit unsettled.
Just now, after Long Chen's hint, she suddenly woke up. Because of hatred, her Dao heart had already wavered, which was very unfavorable for her. In the cultivation world, this was called obsession, and it could make people lose themselves without even realizing it.
Although Long Chen spoke harshly, his words were blunt but not rough. With a single sentence, he woke the dreamer. After apologizing to Nangong Zuiyue, she felt a clear and flawless light in her heart, completely relaxed.
Nangong Zuiyue nodded and said, "I know. If we swapped positions, my self-control might not be as good as yours."
A mistake is a mistake; arguing is pointless. Time passes and stains cannot be erased. Long
Chen clapped his hands and said, "That's right. There are some things we can't solve right now, because we haven't found the key to untie our hearts."
Time cannot erase history, but it allows us to slowly find solutions. Where there is a cause, there is an effect; if there is no result now, it is simply because the time for the outcome has not yet come.
So, since we can't solve it for now, let's not do it for now. Come, I'll treat you to fruit—make sure you're full! "
Shameless, is that your family's?" Beitang Rushuang said with disdain. This was clearly provided by the Dongfang family, yet it turned into his treat.
But a look of surprise appeared on Nangong Zuiyue's face. When did Beitang Rushuang become so familiar with Long Chen, speaking without any restraint, even ignoring etiquette?
"Let me tell you, back home, there are many elegant ways to eat fruit. You only saw one just now. Let me show you a more difficult ...," Long Chen said, picking up another fruit.
"Bastard, if you dare disgust me again, I'll strangle you." Beitang Rushuang's hair instantly stood on end. Long Chen was just too good at making people sick; she was starting to find it hard to handle.
"Speak properly. You're not like me. I'm a rascal, you're a lady. You need to maintain your manners."
Long Chen saw that Beitang Rushuang was really about to make a move and quickly stopped him.
"Sit down, both of you. Eat whatever you want, don't be shy." Long Chen quickly changed the subject.
Nangong Zuiyue thanked him, sat down quietly, and instead of eating any fruit, he reached out her jade-like hand to get a teacup.
The maid finally realized and quickly poured tea for Nangong Zuiyue first. Nangong Zuiyue nodded and thanked him.
"Fairy Zuiyue is well-educated and reasonable, gentle and charming. Just looking at you is a pleasure to behold." Long Chen looked at Nangong Zuiyue and couldn't help but praise her. Nangong Zuiyue's gentle temperament was somewhat similar to Chu Yao's, except Nangong Zuiyue was softer, softer, like water.
It was as if nothing in this world could make her panic or anger; she always appeared calm and composed.
Long Chen's direct compliment made Nangong Zuiyue smile faintly, just about to be modest, when Beitang Rushuang beside her wore a fierce face and said, "Long Chen, are you calling me a rough wild girl by calling me a rough girl?" "
No, no, absolutely not." This kind of thing is something you absolutely cannot admit.
Seeing Long Chen and Beitang Rushuang bickering, the maid secretly smiled from the side. In her eyes, these peerless prodigies were either cold and proud or eccentric—in short, they were hard to get along with.
But now, the three of them together—Nangong Zuiyue's gentle composure and Beitang Rushuang's straightforwardness—both made people feel very close and approachable.
Long Chen, who seemed rough and unyielding, was eloquent—one sentence could make people laugh, one could make them jump. Although she knew she couldn't laugh, she couldn't help but laugh out loud several times.
Fortunately, the three were very friendly and did not treat her as a maid; otherwise, she might have been driven away.
While the three were talking, more powerful figures gradually entered. Suddenly, Long Chen fell silent, his eyes fixed on a tall figure at the entrance, and a look of shock appeared on his face.
The man was over ten feet tall, dressed extremely strangely, had a shaved head, thick arms exposed, his neck hidden, about one zhang tall, and a waist circumference of one zhang—a huge fat man.
If it were just fat, it would be one thing, but this person was covered in pearl-sized lumps all over his body.
Each lump was covered with sparkling particles like toad skin, making one's scalp tingle.
But as soon as this person entered the hall, the entire aura seemed to freeze instantly, the whole world seemed to grow heavier, and Long Chen felt an extreme sense of danger emanating from him.
When he first entered, Long Chen only saw a figure's back. When that person turned around, even with Long Chen's experience, his scalp tingled.
This person's face was hardly a face—just a large round bump, resembling a toad's face. His eyes were actually two purple gems, shining with purple light.
"Shi Lingfeng of the Stone Clan—it actually appeared too." Seeing this person, even Beitang Rushuang's expression changed, and Nangong Zuiyue's expression grew serious.
"Who is he?" Long Chen asked.
"You don't even know about the Stone Clan?" Beitang Rushuang said in astonishment.
Wow, being looked down upon, Long Chen was speechless. Could this guy be really that famous?
Seeing Long Chen's embarrassed expression, Nangong Zuiyue spoke up: "There are hardly any records about the Stone Clan in modern times. They are a group of taboos, and in ancient times, few people were willing to mention them. It's normal that Long Chen doesn't know."
Long Chen, you may not know, but in this Stone Clan, they are not human. They are a strange being—in fact, they are stones.
As for their origins, no one knows, nor does anyone dare to dig into their true origins, because they are extremely cruel and willing to kill.
However, historically, they have not appeared many times, but each time they do, it stirs up a bloody storm.
This Shi Lingfeng was said to be the second most talented existence in the history of the Stone Clan. At that time, the Tianwu Continent was nearly crippled by him.
If not for all the powerful forces uniting and severely damaging it, it could very well have wiped out the entire human race across the continent.
At that time, the Stone Clan was almost a nightmare for the entire continent. Later, the Stone Clan disappeared without a trace, but after so many years, he finally emerged. A
look of seriousness appeared on Nangong Zuiyue's pretty face; clearly, this Shi Lingfeng was no good person.
"Second in history?" So, who is the greatest in history? Long Chen asked.
"The greatest in history is the famous stoneThe Imperial Stone of Longevity is one of the Three Sovereigns in history. "Nangong Zuiyue said.
Long Chen gasped. Wow, one of the Three Emperors—he's the only one who can challenge the Great Emperor.
"So, you absolutely must not provoke this person. He's extremely terrifying and should not be made enemies." Beitang Rushuang said very seriously.
"I never provoke others, but if someone does, I will never be bullied obediently.
Including all my current enemies, they were the ones who provoked me first; I was just fighting back passively.
However, there's one thing I can't figure out: why would Dongfang Yuyang invite someone who once had a deep grudge against the human race? What was he thinking? Long Chen asked.
"That's because after the great era comes the arrival of the Great Dark Age. For all living beings on the Tianwu Continent to survive, they must unite.
At this time, it was not suitable for internal strife; otherwise, the Great Dark Age would arrive, and the Tianwu Continent would be powerless to fight back. At that time, the entire world would be destroyed.
So, before robbing, all grudges must be let go, but how difficult is it to get everyone to temporarily let go of their grudges? Historically, only five people have managed to do it. Nangong Zuiyue couldn't help but sigh.
Only the Great Emperor can truly achieve invincibility in the world, and only they can suppress the ages and command the submission of all races.
"Get lost!"
At that moment, a cold shout rang out, like stones rubbing against each other. A startled cry rang out, and a woman was sent flying, her collar stained red with fresh blood.
It turned out that after Shi Lingfeng sat down, a maid was about to pour him tea. But as soon as she picked up the teacup, she was struck by an invisible force, sending her flying. The maid spat out a mouthful of blood and immediately lost consciousness.
"What I hate most is water. Don't you know that?" Shi Lingfeng looked at the unconscious maid and shouted coldly.
Originally, more than a dozen strong warriors were seated in their seats, but seeing this scene, they couldn't help but frown slightly. This Shi Lingfeng was so rude—how could he attack a weak maid?
However, none of these powerful figures spoke. This was the territory of the Eastern family, and it was not their place to step forward.
Soon, an old man stepped forward, but to everyone's surprise, he actually apologized to Shi Lingfeng.
"I'm truly sorry, but the young lady is immature and doesn't know the taboos of the Shi clan. Please forgive me. Would you like to find a new maid for you?" The old man probed.
Long Chen couldn't help but shake his head. What exactly is the Dongfang family up to? Isn't it a habit to slap him with his mouth and indulge him?
"The Stone Clan dislikes touching water. Water is the most hateful thing because water suppresses the crystal runes on their bodies. They will never interact with water throughout their lives.
That young girl clearly hadn't been warned before, which is why she broke this taboo. However, Shi Lingfeng arguing with a weak woman like this was indeed a loss of his dignity. "Nangong Zuiyue shook her head, clearly disgusted by Shi Lingfeng's behavior, bullying the weak and being despised by others."
Faced with the old man's apology, Shi Lingfeng snorted coldly and said, "Forget it, just take everything away, so you won't be annoyed seeing it." The
old man hurriedly took everything from the coffee table. Only then did Shi Lingfeng sit down. Just as he did, he suddenly stood up and looked toward Long Chen, specifically at Nangong Zuiyue.
"What a damn bad luck."
When Shi Lingfeng saw Nangong Zuiyue, his expression instantly darkened, and a murderous intent flashed in his eyes.