6kv Chapter 1516 - 1514: Clouds and Dust
Chapter 1516 - 1514: Clouds and Dust
The more Qiu Xi looked at the man in front of her, the more she felt something was off.
An inexplicable sense of tension arose within her heart.
But at the same time.
She also felt an unexpected sense of dependence!
Although this guy was nonchalant, speaking in a way that seemed nonsensical, upon closer reflection, these words might actually contain some truth, it was just that she was unwilling to admit it.
The reason she hesitated to take action just now was her unwillingness to carry out Lan Zhengqing's order to kill.
After all.
She was very aware that killing these women would not change anything.
Their deaths would not reduce her enemies nor make Lan Zhengqing notice her.
Therefore.
Killing them all would solve none of the issues, instead, it would only stain her hands with blood.
Blood that cannot be forgiven!
It was because of these thoughts that Qiu Xi hesitated for a long time, giving Lin Fan a chance to intervene.
Lin Fan's words, though seemingly ludicrous and like a big joke, had some logic upon careful consideration.
Letting these women go would actually help her get closer to Lan Zhengqing.
It was well known.
Lan Zhengqing, the young master of the high and mighty Water Clan, was the brightest star in the entire Five Elements Realm, a prodigy that hadn't appeared for many years!
His sudden rise completely disrupted the balance of the Five Elements Realm.
Making the originally weak Water Clan surpass the Golden Clan, Wood Clan, and Earth Clan overnight, catching up with the Fire Clan's strength!
Moreover.
Surpassing the Fire Clan was just a matter of time. The one supporting the Fire Clan's strength was not Zhu Qilue, but Gong Wenya! Without Gong Wenya, the Fire Clan would probably also be trampled by the Water Clan.
Everyone in the Five Elements Realm knew this.
It was clearly understood that the future belonged to the Water Clan, belonged to Lan Zhengqing!
No one could stop Lan Zhengqing's cultivation realm from skyrocketing, possibly becoming the young Heavenly Venerate of the Five Elements Realm!
So, once everyone realized this, no one dared to oppose Lan Zhengqing anymore.
Lan Zhengqing was the center of attention, awaited by everyone, surrounded by praise, the center of the Five Elements Realm!
And Qiu Xi, she was a mere exile.
Insignificant, her status as low as dust, humble and negligible.
Even ants had more status than them.
At least.
In the eyes of the people in the Five Elements Realm, they wouldn't easily step on an ant's life, wouldn't deliberately make things difficult for an ant.
However.
They didn't treat exiles as humans, didn't consider their lives as lives!
They toyed with them casually, slaughtered them at will!
Exiles were simply tools to vent anger, used once and discarded, without a shred of dignity!
Think about it.
A person as high as Lan Zhengqing, almost in the clouds, how could he possibly be together with someone as low and humble as Qiu Xi, less than an ant?
Even if Lan Zhengqing ignored everyone and wanted to be with Qiu Xi.
Everyone in the Five Elements Realm wouldn't understand; they would think Qiu Xi used demon art to bewitch Lan Zhengqing.
Thus.
Qiu Xi's life would be in danger!
People would cruelly eradicate Qiu Xi to bring back Lan Zhengqing!
Qiu Xi thought, her heart skipping a beat.
But the next second, she relaxed. Because she knew, such worries were completely unnecessary, since Lan Zhengqing would never fancy her, she was just wishfully dreaming.
According to their original status disparity, Lan Zhengqing and Qiu Xi would never intersect in this lifetime.
But by a twist of fate, they ended up deeply entangled.
Destiny somehow brought them together!
That's why Qiu Xi harbored unrealistic ideas, though she knew they were unrealistic, she couldn't help but think, couldn't help but seek opportunities, couldn't help but approach Lan Zhengqing.
She suddenly lifted her head, staring unblinkingly at Lin Fan with a complicated and inscrutable gaze.
Both trusting and suspicious.
Both understanding and confused.
To her, Lin Fan was a mysterious man who suddenly appeared in Blizzard Village, seeming to understand all her thoughts, seeing through her every idea.
Qiu Xi's heart was clear as a mirror.
She could never fly to the clouds and stand shoulder to shoulder with Lan Zhengqing.
Given that, there was only one way to have them on the same level, and that was to drag Lan Zhengqing down from the clouds!
And the only way to do that was to let go of the women Lan Zhengqing had imprisoned.
Let these women spread the news outside, tear off Lan Zhengqing's mask, and make him infamous, notorious!
Only then.
Would Lan Zhengqing fall from the skies and stand on the ground like Qiu Xi.
There was no other way.
Qiu Xi clearly knew this, so when Lin Fan suggested letting these women go, she couldn't help but feel a surge of joy in her heart.
This was an opportunity, a rare opportunity!
Whether she could make Lan Zhengqing see her and be with her all hinged on this!
Qiu Xi had lost her senses for Lan Zhengqing, which is why she chose to do this. As long as Lan Zhengqing could glimpse her, she was willing to take any risk.
This is madness for love.
Lin Fan also felt a bit sorry for Qiu Xi, not wishing to exploit her innocence. But this was the only chance to expose Lan Zhengqing's facade, to let the world see his true nature.
For the greater good, he had no choice but to do so.
He sighed inwardly, seeing Qiu Xi's vigilant eyes filled with eager anticipation, feeling bitter.
He owed Qiu Xi a favor!
Furthermore.
Qiu Xi was destined never to be with Lan Zhengqing; even if Lan Zhengqing were brought down, he still wouldn't cast a glance at her.
Human nature is set, and no matter what, it cannot be changed.
Unless, to kill him, let him start anew.
I'm sorry.
Lin Fan murmured in his heart, his eyes full of sympathy.
This matter was reluctantly exploited on you, but rest assured, I will help you and all the exiles seek justice, allowing you to live upright in the Five Elements Realm!
Making everyone in the Five Elements Realm no longer dare to look down on you!
This is the promise I, Lin Fan, make to you!
It will surely be fulfilled!
Only now, I can't tell you yet, please forgive my actions.
"Everyone's gone, don't stay here, it'll arouse others' suspicion, let's go quickly."
Lin Fan said, striding toward the cellar's exit.
Qiu Xi's gaze followed him tightly, not moving for a moment. As Lin Fan swept past her, she was surprised to sense a mysterious tension in him, as if he was afraid she would discover something.
This feeling suddenly deepened her inner doubts.
This guy indeed was suspicious!
Very suspicious!
Repeatedly questioning him about his real identity, why he appeared in Blizzard Village out of nowhere.
Yet.
He never answered straightforwardly!
If not diverting the topic with a playful smile, he remained silent, avoiding the question.
Qiu Xi's eyes darkened, grabbing Lin Fan, who was about to exit the cellar, her voice as cold as the wind.
"Wait a moment."
"You still haven't answered my question."