Douluo: The Throne of Ice

Chapter 79 Robbery = Business, Nan Shuishui: "My house was robbed??"

Led by the middle-aged man, Hyotei retrieved the nine spirit rings that she had disguised with her mental power, and then quickly followed the group.

Although Hyotei's mental power may not be as strong as Yuki-tei's, it is still very easy to create visual illusions. All she needs to do is release a wisp of her own aura and combine it with mental illusions, and then she doesn't need to worry about anything else.

After all, unless an ordinary Title Douluo possesses spiritual attributes or a unique martial soul, they absolutely wouldn't be able to see through her disguise. Besides, isn't there the Snow Empress to back her up? What does she have to worry about...?

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Stepping into this enormous mansion, Shu Yan couldn't help but admire the excellent judgment of the higher-ups at Dilongmen.

The antique architectural style gives people a feeling of traveling through time. The pavilions, towers, and babbling streams all have a tranquil and peaceful beauty.

A series of slightly hurried footsteps came from not far away. The middle-aged man from before was leading a middle-aged woman and walking quickly toward them. Behind them, a girl who looked somewhat similar to the middle-aged woman was following furtively. Clearly, this mother and daughter were Nan Shuishui, the leader of the Earth Dragon Sect, and her daughter Nan Qiuqiu.

Nan Shuishui's gaze quickly swept over the four people, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. Then, she slightly bowed, performing a standard curtsy, before speaking:

"I don't know which senior has come to visit. I am Nan Qiuqiu, the sect leader of the Earth Dragon Sect. My servants have not been able to entertain you in time. I hope you will forgive me..."

Of course, Nan Qiuqiu said this to Hyotei and Yuki-tei.

As the head of a sect, Nan Qiuqiu's ability to observe people and judge their character is quite competent.

Although Shu Yan and Xu Jiujiu both possess extraordinary temperament, their faces still retain a youthful innocence, proving that they are definitely no older than eighteen. However, Bingdi and Xuedi are different. Even without any outward display of their aura, the natural grace in their every move is something that ordinary soul masters cannot possess.

While she was astonished, Nan Shuishui was actually somewhat puzzled and worried. Although her Earth Dragon Sect wasn't one of the top sects, it was still considered one of the better sects in the Heavenly Soul Empire. But based on that alone, she didn't think it was worth the attention of a Title Douluo with two 100,000-year soul rings and an even more mysterious being...

Are you saying that the other person was really just passing through and came here specifically to drop by?

Even if Nan Shuishui were to be reborn, she probably still wouldn't believe it...

Shu Yan turned his gaze to Xue Di, raised an eyebrow, but did not speak.

Xue Di quickly understood Shu Yan's meaning. Her calm, unwavering gaze swept over Nan Shuishui before she spoke:

"We cannot reveal our origins, but Master Nan need not worry. We have no ill intentions. We have come here simply to discuss a business deal with your sect..."

Nan Shuishui's gaze sharpened, sweeping over the strikingly similar faces of Shu Yan and Xue Di. She then stepped aside slightly, smiling softly as she spoke:

"In that case, please, esteemed guests, move to the reception room. It's too crowded and noisy here; it's probably not the best place to discuss business..."

Xue Di nodded slightly, and then gracefully followed behind Nan Shui Shui, who was leading the way for everyone.

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In the classically styled reception room, filled with a faint, pleasant fragrance, maids in uniform served tea and various pastries to everyone. Nan Shuishui sat to one side, waved her hand, and only after all the maids had left did she speak softly:

"I wonder what exactly you are seeking, senior. If our Dragon Gate has it, we will certainly not hide it from you..."

Xue Di picked up the teacup in front of her and took a small sip. Then her gaze fell on Shu Yan, and Nan Shui Shui's gaze was also drawn to him.

Shu Yan smiled gently, looking at Nan Shuishui whose eyes held worry and tension, and then said:

"Senior Nan, my sister has a rather aloof personality and isn't very good at socializing, so please don't mind."

Nan Shuishui was slightly taken aback, then quickly said:

"Not at all, sir, you flatter me... I just wonder what brings you distinguished guests here today? Please tell me..."

Shu Yan put down his teacup, his smile unchanged. He thought for a moment, then slowly said:

"Senior Nan, let me be frank. We desire the secret location inherited from your Dragon Gate. What are your thoughts?"

Nan Shuishui's face, which had been carrying a slight smile, slowly stiffened. She wanted to pull away from the smile, but due to the sudden change in her emotions, her self-control faltered, and the expression on her face became somewhat distorted and strange.

"Young master is joking... Our Dragon Gate has never had any so-called secret places. Perhaps you have misremembered our sect..."

Shu Yan looked at Nan Shuishui with amusement. He tapped the table lightly, shook his head, and said:

"Do I need to elaborate? For example, the hidden cave beneath the icy spring? Or perhaps the extremely low temperature below, or the rare ice-attribute metal?"

"You don't need to play dumb with us. What you know, we know; what you don't know, we still know."

"To be frank, we're sitting here discussing business with you, but I can tell you very clearly that with our strength, even if we resorted to outright robbery, all the powerful figures from every faction in this city combined couldn't stop us. You'd better think it over carefully; one thought can lead to heaven, the other to hell—that's exactly what's happening now..."

Hyotei frowned slightly as she listened to Shu Yan's speech. For some reason, she felt that Shu Yan was the real hidden bandit leader, while she was at best a bandit's lackey.

Thinking this, Hyotei's expression became somewhat strange, but due to the tense atmosphere, no one noticed her...

Nan Shuishui was completely stunned. She racked her brains, but couldn't figure out who had leaked the information. The fact that the other party knew so much gave her a feeling of being attacked, which... was quite difficult to bear...

Her Dragon Gate has been passed down in Dragon City for thousands of years. This cold pool was also built at the beginning of the sect's establishment and has been used as a secret place for the sect ever since. In particular, the wonders below are known only to the sect leaders of each generation. Ordinary disciples and even elders have no way of knowing about them and cannot explore them at all. Even if she beats Nan Qiuqiu's backside until it hurts, she probably still won't be able to find the source of the leak.

After a long silence, Nan Shuishui finally spoke softly:

"Young Master, although I don't know how you learned about the secrets unique to our Earth Dragon Gate, I can tell you very clearly that even a Title Douluo could not stay in the cave below that cold pool for long. If you are truly interested, I can take you there to explore it now..."

(End of this chapter)