Wu Yi Mountain.
It was the most famous and mysterious mountain range within the territory of the Sea Spirit Kingdom.
This place.
It was the royal hunting holy land.
Apart from the people of the Xia family, those who could receive an invitation were all well - known figures in the Sea Spirit Kingdom.
Zhao Shuning was an exception.
However, she had won the special reception of Xia Jingning. This kind of treatment made many rich young masters envious.
But.
How could they know.
What Xia Jingning was after was merely Zhao Shuning's body.
Deep mountains and huge valleys.
The mountains undulated.
Dozens of rivers surged forward.
This imposing manner.
It made Zhao Shuning recall her training in the Dark Swamp Land. However, the geographical structure of Wu Yi Mountain was much more perilous than that of the Dark Swamp Land.
Therefore.
Although it was a royal land.
Apart from someone like Xia Jingning who was quite accomplished in cultivation, no other royal descendants dared to venture into Wu Yi Mountain on their own and risk their lives.
The types of monsters inside.
Up to now, the common people in Shengjing City still couldn't tell for sure.
Zhao Shuning quickly found a hidden place.
She did it on purpose.
She had long known that Xia Jingning had been following her. If she walked on the main road, she might not have a chance to get the information she wanted.
Therefore.
This perilous mountain range was where Zhao Shuning deliberately led them.
Ahead.
There was a towering cliff.
Behind.
There was the eager - to - move army of the County Duke's Mansion.
Zhao Shuning stood against the wind on the edge of the cliff, looking at the scenery in front of her. The wind blowing from here was moistened by the river below the cliff, making it a bit cool.
She turned around.
Then she sat down leisurely.
She even took out a lot of food from her Qiankun Bag. She crossed her legs and calmly ate the dry rations in her hand.
Deep in the forest.
Occasionally, rustling sounds could be heard.
Zhao Shuning just smiled and said, "You've been following me for so long. It's time to come out."
Upon hearing this, the man hiding behind the deep grass frowned involuntarily.
Did she know he was following her?
Could it be that this was really a trap she had set?
"Whether it's a trap I set or not, since you've come, are you really willing to go back empty - handed?"
Although Xia Jingning didn't say a word, the woman had accurately guessed his thoughts.
At this point.
He stood up.
Yue Wu beside him whispered, "My lord, what are you doing?"
Xia Jingning cleared his throat.
He said, "There's no need to hide. She's already found us."
Then.
In front of everyone's eyes.
He walked towards Zhao Shuning firmly.
Their eyes met.
Zhao Shuning smiled gently.
Xia Jingning was sometimes really a bit like Xia Qingyan. At least their gazes and steps were so firm.
"You did this on purpose?"
Xia Jingning spoke first.
Zhao Shuning nodded.
"You know my purpose?"
Zhao Shuning nodded again.
Xia Jingning sneered, "Since that's the case, how dare you come alone? Is this woman too arrogant, thinking she can escape from me?"
"Because I also have something to ask you."
Zhao Shuning clapped her hands.
Then she stood up.
Xia Jingning looked at her contemptuously.
He said, "You?"
"Is Qi Yurou in your mansion?"
Xia Jingning's steps faltered.
He stared intently at Zhao Shuning.
"You came for her?"
Zhao Shuning nodded and then shook her head.
"Yes, I came for her, but I also came for you."
"What do you mean?"
Zhao Shuning replied, "I just don't want to see the descendants of Xia Qingyan do so many immoral things for their own desires."
Xia Jingning's body stiffened slightly.
He roared angrily, "How dare you mention the name of our ancestor?"
Zhao Shuning looked at the high - spirited man in front of her.
She could only sigh deeply.
What a sin!
She had saved Xia Qingyan back then, not for his descendants to annoy her.
Calculated.
This Xia Jingning.
Should respect her as an ancestor.
After all.
That Xia Qingyan was related to her by blood and could be considered her elder brother.
"Xia Jingning, as the heir of the County Duke's Mansion, you're a powerful figure in the Sea Spirit Kingdom. If Xia Qingyan knew that the country he had painstakingly built was now being squandered by you, I'm afraid he would kick open his coffin and jump out of the tomb in anger."
Xia Jingning took a step back.
"Who exactly are you?"
"What on earth do you know?"
Zhao Shuning casually played with the dagger in her hand.
She said softly, "Who I am is not important. However, I know what you're trying to do. The Soul - Transferring Formation is not something a alchemist of your rank can master well. Although Dongfang Yuchen is your wife and you miss her dearly, this is not an excuse for you to harm other female alchemists."
At this moment, Xia Jingning's face was full of shock.
How did she?
Know everything?
After a moment of stunned silence.
Xia Jingning suddenly burst into laughter.
This laughter.
Made Zhao Shuning feel uneasy.
Was this kid going crazy?
"You really know a lot."
"However, this is also a good thing. At least it shows that you're also a fairly accomplished alchemist. Now, looking at your healthy physique, it's more than enough to be a vessel for my wife."
This time.
It was Zhao Shuning's turn to frown.
This Xia Jingning.
Was really hopeless.
At this moment, all he could think about was such a thing. She didn't know who he had taken after with such stubbornness.
"Since you already know, then just surrender obediently. Today, in order to deal with you, I've put in a lot of effort."
Zhao Shuning shook her head.
"A blockhead can't be carved."
At this moment, Xia Jingning's eyes were filled with madness. He raised his hands.
In the palms of his hands.
The raging flames were burning continuously.
Zhao Shuning sighed.
Xia Jingning's ability.
In the Sea Spirit Kingdom, should be among the top.
Just by looking at the flames in his hands, one could tell that he was a very talented alchemist. It was a pity that the once elegant young master had now become like this.
All he had was a good appearance.
On Zhao Shuning's face.
There was no trace of panic.
She just stared at Xia Jingning.
She confirmed with him again.
"Are you sure you want to fight me?"
This tone.
Seemed to be giving Xia Jingning one last chance at redemption.
She could understand the feeling of losing a loved one, just like the grief of her master when he turned white - haired.
Zhao Shuning wanted to give Xia Jingning a chance.
But.
This man.
Had now reached a state, a state of complete self - forgetfulness.
All he had in his eyes and heart was the gentle - speaking Dongfang Yuchen.
Fame, status, and the world, this man no longer cared about them.
Xia Jingning rushed up violently.
As he moved, there was also a great stir in the depths of the surrounding forest.
In order to capture her.
This Xia Jingning must have invited many experts.
But.
It was a pity.
Such an inability to distinguish between good and evil. If Zhao Shuning didn't teach them a good lesson, I'm afraid Xia Jingning's life would be completely ruined in the future.