In Battle Through the Heavens, lying down makes you stronger.

Chapter 24 Asking Xun'er for Help

The silver rings scattered from its hands seemed to have eyes.

Each one automatically slipped onto the puppets and other items on the ground.

"Wow! Young Master Xiao Ran is awesome~~~ (voice cracks)"

"Young Master Xiao Ran is amazing!"

"Young Master Xiao Ran is the most amazing!"

"..."

A burst of enthusiastic cheers and applause erupted from the crowd.

Xiao Xun'er cheered with joy.

This is a far cry from the unapproachable image of the Ice Queen she once was.

Xiao Ran bent down again and picked up a handful of silver rings.

Glancing at Wang Mazi beside him, I saw that he looked dejected, as if he wanted to be angry but dared not, looking wronged.

lol.

Then he threw the silver ring back into the box.

"Alright, Wang Mazi. Stop doing these kinds of things that deceive children. Even if you want to make money, you have to find an honest way, right?"

"Young Master Xiao Ran is right. I'll pack everything up for you right away."

Wang Mazi nodded awkwardly and smiled apologetically.

Having said that, he turned and began to act.

Xiao Ran didn't stop him. While chatting with Xiao Xun'er about where to go next, he kept an eye on the thing that Wang Mazi had snatched.

When he had almost finished tidying up, he casually tossed out a small bag of gold coins.

The bag of gold coins seemed to have eyes, landing directly in front of Wang Mazi.

"I don't want those things anymore. This is a lesson for you. Be honest in business from now on and don't try those petty tricks."

Wang Mazi hurriedly bent down to pick up the gold coins, and after a quick weighing, he estimated that there were at least a hundred gold coins.

Filled with gratitude and joy, she quickly bowed and scraped before Xiao Ran.

"Thank you, Young Master Xiao Ran! Thank you, Young Master Xiao Ran!"

"I'll deliver these things you've acquired to the Xiao family later."

"No need, give the things to our friends here."

After saying that, Xiao Ran took Xiao Xun'er's hand, and the two left the place side by side.

A cheer erupted from the crowd.

"Wang Mazi, hurry up, I'm getting impatient. Give me that Seven-Tiered Demon Beast thing."

"I want that purple-gold winged lion king clay figurine."

"Daddy, I want the Wind Demon Kangaroo Puppet that the older sister has."

"Xiao Bao, will you be a good boy/girl?"

"Okay! Little Bao, be a good boy!"

"Then listen to me, we don't want it!"

"..."

……

Everyone was filled with joy.

In a secluded spot behind the crowd, a young man dressed in black robes stood in a quiet place.

Watching Xiao Ran walking side by side with Xiao Xun'er, having a great time as they walked out of the crowd.

He curled his lip in disdain and said contemptuously.

"Tch! Childish! You're such a grown man, still playing ring toss games? What a country bumpkin!"

Suddenly, a voice echoed in his mind.

"Little Yanzi! Hurry! There's a clay figurine of a Thorn Demon Wolf on the street stall! Go get it!"

"Teacher, why?" the boy in black robes asked, puzzled.

"There's something strange about that clay figure. Hurry up! Don't let the others get there first!"

"Okay, okay, I understand, teacher."

Having said that, the black-robed youth strode forward, squeezed into the crowd, and rushed forward eagerly.

……

That night,

Xiao Ran stayed with Xiao Xun'er the whole time, shopping in the market.

I didn't encounter any unreasonable people.

Both of them had a great time.

Even if they return to the Xiao family compound.

Xiao Xun'er's face was always filled with a joyful smile.

Xiao Ran escorted Xiao Xun'er to her courtyard.

At the door, Xiao Xun'er suddenly turned her head and looked shyly at Xiao Ran.

"Brother Xiao Ran, would you like to come in and sit down?"

Xiao Ran was delighted upon hearing this and was about to nod in agreement.

at this time,

Suddenly, I felt a chill run down my back.

He secretly rolled his eyes. That old guy is really wicked!

Without a doubt, he knew that the source of this aura was Xiao Xun'er bolstering the empire's protectors, and that old bastard Ling Ying was warning him.

Although he was somewhat indignant, he was also afraid that he might do something impulsive that would cause Xun'er to regret for the rest of her life.

He knew that Xiao Xun'er possessed the bloodline of a god-level Dou Di, and that it would be dangerous to do that to her before she reached the Dou Sheng level.

This could very likely cause a decline in potential, making it impossible to reach the Dou Sheng realm in the future.

Xiao Ran is a responsible man. Since he likes Xun'er, he can't just indulge in momentary pleasure and ruin Xun'er's cultivation.

In the Dou Qi Continent, cultivation is above all else!

Unlike in my previous life, where some scumbags would cheat me out of money and sex at the drop of a hat.

Some girls, shameless and eager for pleasure, leave their future husbands with bodies that have been touched countless times.

Even married people have plenty of dates and engagements.

What do you mean, "If you love me, don't mind the mistakes I make"?

Ugh! That's disgusting!

Bringing his thoughts back, Xiao Ran smiled and shook his head, saying...

"Thank you, Xun'er, but no need. However, there's something I'd like to discuss with you."

Xiao Xun'er's beautiful eyes curved into two crescent moons as she smiled and asked,

"Brother Xiao Ran, just tell Xun'er what you need. Xun'er will definitely help you."

No wonder she's a little rich woman, just listen to her tone.

Xiao Ran nodded, and then said,

"Well, I'd like to go to the Monster Mountain Range in a few days."

"I need a protector, so I'd like to borrow your guardian from Xun'er."

Yes, Xiao Ran planned to refine the secondary fire of the Taiyin True Fire that the system had rewarded him with as soon as possible, so as to improve his strength.

Having a sword in your hand and not using it is completely different from having no sword in your hand and not being able to use it.

Without the strength, let alone protecting the Xiao family, he wouldn't even have a chance to marry Xiao Xun'er.

The human family's territory is in a space opened up by a Dou Sheng powerhouse. If he can't even reach the Dou Sheng level, wouldn't he be unable to even find the door?

In the darkness, a figure was suddenly startled.

With his hands clasped together, he silently prayed: "Miss, please don't agree!"

He had followed Xiao Ran inside earlier to protect the young lady, fearing that Xiao Ran might be driven by lust.

Then he released an aura that startled Xiao Ran awake.

But he knew about it after living in the Xiao family for so many years.

Don't be fooled by Xiao Ran's usual smiling demeanor; if he wants to prank someone, they'll often be caught off guard and end up thanking him instead!

Xiao Yan is a special case.

Xiao Xun'er was slightly taken aback, her gaze darting away.

"Brother Xiao Ran...you...you knew everything?"

Seeing Xiao Xun'er, who was holding the puppet with a slightly shy expression, Xiao Ran smiled and stepped forward, reaching out to smooth a strand of hair behind her ear.

"Xun'er, no matter when or where, you will always be Xun'er."

"No matter who you are, you are always my Xun'er, Xiao Ran's girl, understand? Young lady!"

Listening to Xiao Ran's words, which were both domineering and touching.

Xiao Xun'er blushed and nodded gently.

He gave a barely audible "hmm".

Then, with a hint of worry, she looked at Xiao Ran and said,

"Brother Xiao Ran, what are you going to the Monster Mountain Range for?"

"How about I ask Elder Ling to help you?"

"Although Brother Xiao Ran's strength has greatly improved, there are still some dangers in the Monster Mountain Range."

"Old Master Ling?"

Xiao Ran feigned surprise and doubt.

Xiao Xun'er said with a slight hint of shame, "It was Elder Ling who protected me!"

"Oh! It was him!"

Xiao Ran pretended to realize something, then turned around and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect towards the darkness.

"Thank you so much, Elder Ling, for protecting Xun'er all these years!"

With a thud.

A heavy sound came from the bamboo forest not far away.

It was like a sack falling heavily to the ground.

Xiao Ran and Xiao Xun'er exchanged a glance. Xiao Xun'er's face was full of shyness, her red cheeks like red apples, making one want to take a bite.

A gentle breeze blew by, and Xiao Ran became a little more awake.

"I still need to handle this matter personally; consider it a stroke of luck for me."

"Besides, I'm just looking for a quiet place on the outskirts of the Monster Mountain Range to improve myself; I won't venture deep inside."

"Xun'er understands."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Xun'er nodded and did not ask Xiao Ran what kind of opportunity it was.

After a moment's thought, he said to Xiao Ran,

"Brother Xiao Ran, how about this, when are you leaving? I'll have Elder Ling go with you."

Xiao Ran nodded slightly and smiled as he patted Xiao Xun'er's head.

"Okay, if possible, I'll rest for a day tomorrow and set off the day after tomorrow."

(End of this chapter)