Chapter 10, Questioning

Ling Xiao caught a glimpse of disappointment in Wang Chao's eyes and said calmly: "Ling Xiao."

"Little brother, are you serious?" Wang Chao, recalling the formidable presence of a first-tier magic swordsman, felt his breath become somewhat uneven, his gaze intensely fixed on Ling Xiao.

Gaia is simple-minded, but that does not mean he is foolish. At that moment, he detected a strong sense of disdain in Wu Liang's words and scratched his head, saying: "This brother Ling Xiao is also going to the Sacred Mountain to undertake a second-tier task..."

It is almost time. Gaia, feeling a bit embarrassed, rubbed her hands together and said: Earlier, there were two individuals who accepted the task of the Vantian Snow Mountain, but as we were walking, they suddenly said they were no longer going. You are the last one to raise this question

Ling Xiao looked at the five individuals, amused in his heart. Indeed, wherever there are people, there is a world of martial arts. He raised his head and said to Captain Wang Chao, "Captain Wang, you must have been troubled by injuries over the past year. Your original strength... should be that of a Frenzied Swordmaster? No... it should be a Demon Swordmaster?"

Wu Liang over there snorted, already too lazy to speak, turning his head aside, thinking to himself that as long as the captain's mind was still intact, he should immediately drive away this kid who dared to rub salt in his wounds

Another man also had a decent appearance, around thirty years old, but his eyes appeared somewhat gloomy. The way he stared at Ling Xiao made Ling Xiao feel somewhat displeased

Ling Xiao did not pay attention to the noisy Wu Liang beside him, but instead looked at Wang Chao seriously: "If you are willing, I can heal you immediately"

"How much longer?" Ling Xiao followed Gaia, turning left and right, in a somewhat remote area. If it weren't for Gaia's honest and simple demeanor, one might have mistaken him for a robber intent on robbery and murder. Ling Xiao did not think that way; he was just a bit puzzled, as he felt somewhat disoriented from all the turns.

An awkward atmosphere suddenly enveloped the room

Wang Chao pointed at the three individuals and said: "Tang Ming, a Second Rank Great Sword Master!" The handsome young man, around twenty-three or twenty-four years old, nodded kindly at Ling Xiao. He also noticed that Ling Xiao's cultivation level was not high, but did not look down on him because of it. The Adventurers' Guild has always had many unique individuals; when going out on missions, having a high cultivation level does not necessarily guarantee an advantage.

Wang Chao introduced the girl, saying: "Anya, a Level 4 Swordmaster, and a Level 2 Alchemist"

The door to the room was pushed open once more, and three individuals entered in single file: two men and one woman

Ling Xiaohuang thought to himself, no wonder pharmacists have a great reputation on the mainland. In outdoor adventures, sustaining some injuries is inevitable. Having a pharmacist in the team can significantly enhance the safety of companions

Ling Xiao could sense the suppressed aura emanating from Wang Chao. This aura was weaker than that of his father, but it was significantly stronger than that of the other great swordsmen in the room

"Captain," Wu Liang said with a sneer, "Why be polite to someone who isn't even a swordsman? Just send him away!"

As soon as Ling Xiao's voice fell, the room suddenly fell silent, the sound of a pin dropping could be heard. Several people looked at him in astonishment, and Wang Chao's face showed even more surprise, unable to fathom how Ling Xiao could discern his cultivation level. It is not difficult for a Grand Sword Master to perceive the strength of a Sword Attendant; with careful observation, one can sense the general level of another's strength through their footsteps and breathing. However, for a Sword Attendant to detect the strength of someone several levels above them is quite astonishing. It is not difficult for a Grand Sword Master to perceive the strength of a Sword Attendant; with careful observation, one can sense the general level of another's strength through their footsteps and breathing. However, for a Sword Attendant to detect the strength of someone several levels above them is quite astonishing.

At this moment, Wu Liang sneered and said, "You didn't hear about the captain from somewhere, did you? This is not a secret; why are you all making such faces? Do you really regard him as some kind of master? Hahaha!" After a few disdainful sneers, he shouted at Ling Xiao, "Kid! I don't care where you heard about the captain, but I warn you, get lost immediately, or... don't blame me for being rude!"

Ling Xiao also smiled and did not speak further. The two soon arrived at a very ordinary inn. Gaia said, "We have arrived, this is the place. It is relatively inexpensive, hehe"

Oh... only now does Ling Xiao understand why they live in such a remote place. In his previous life, Ling Xiao had never used money at all, and the former owner of this body had never lacked for money either, so there was simply no concept of this in his mind

Wang Chao looked again at the man whose gaze was somewhat gloomy. Just as he was about to introduce him, the man directly said: "Wu Liang, Third Rank Great Sword Master!" As he spoke, he turned his gaze to Gaia: "Where did you find such a person?"

At least they had never heard of such a thing, and what was most surprising was that Ling Xiao could actually see that Wang Chao was injured! This was even more remarkable; even Anya, a second-tier pharmacist, was intimidated by Wang Chao's aura when she first met him and did not sense any injuries on him at all. Anya, at her age, was already considered a little genius as a second-tier pharmacist!

Gaia scratched his head, glancing at the cold-faced Wu Liang, then at the helpless expressions of Tang Ming and An Ya, and finally at Wang Chao, who was frowning slightly. He wanted to say something but ended up closing his mouth again, feeling quite awkward, as he was the one who had brought them here

Ling Xiao smiled faintly and said, "Whether it works or not, won't we know if we give it a try?"

It was unexpected that Wang Chao actually revealed a look of intention; only he himself knew how much this damned injury had affected him and the pressure it brought. Not to mention anything else, he clearly possessed the strength of a first-tier magic swordsman, yet he could only demonstrate the level of a third-tier great swordsman. This was also the reason why Wu Liang dared to be arrogant in front of him

What is Ling Xiao then? It seems that Ling Xiao is not older than Anya, right?

Although this team is not a fixed mercenary group, they have been working together on tasks for many years under his leadership. It was not until Wang Chao was injured that Wu Liang gradually began to show some disobedience to his commands. Perhaps he harbored thoughts of wanting to replace Wang Chao, as there is an unwritten rule in temporary teams that the captain can take half of the benefits from the members' gains.

Immediately? Cure? At this moment, not only Wu Liang but even An Ya felt somewhat displeased. She cast a glance at Ling Xiao, thinking to herself that this young man truly did not know the gravity of the situation; he was far too boastful. The captain's injury was sustained during a battle with a fifth-tier magical beast, the Crimson Flame Leopard, and it was said that a blockage had formed in his meridians. Even his own teacher, a renowned fifth-tier pharmacist in the Blue Moon Empire, was at a loss. Yet this young lad claimed he could cure it, and immediately at that. It seems that one cannot be too kind-hearted; An Ya's beautiful eyes held a hint of disdain as she looked at Ling Xiao.

A flicker of anger crossed Wang Chao's face. These individuals were not a fixed team, but they had been collaborating together for several years, and they all had a deep understanding of one another. Wu Liang was narrow-minded and very arrogant, always looking down on those he deemed inferior. His words were often sharp and caustic, and many times he did not even regard their leader with much respect. Wang Chao sighed inwardly, thinking that if it weren't for his own injuries... Wu Liang was narrow-minded and very arrogant, always looking down on those he deemed inferior. His words were often sharp and caustic, and many times he did not even regard their leader with much respect. Wang Chao sighed inwardly, thinking that if it weren't for his own injuries... He pondered for a moment and said, "Little brother Ling Xiao, the Holy Mountain is fraught with danger, with magical beasts ranging from first to ninth rank. If we encounter a fourth or fifth rank magical beast by bad luck, we cannot guarantee your safety..."

"Is it really ... ...?" The conversation was interrupted by a long, drawn-out question from a shameless person. Wu Liang smirked and said, "People who aren't even sword masters ... ... can go to the Holy Mountain to take on missions? It's simply laughable!" He clicked his tongue twice, then turned to Tu Shu and looked at Ling Xiao, sneering, "Go back. Adventuring is not a game for a noble young master like you; it can be deadly!"

What other abilities?" Wu Liang said disdainfully: "Let's not engage in any tricks!

Brother Wu Liang... the girl named Anya spoke up, first glancing at the unchanging expression of Ling Xiao, and then said: "Why don't you ask him if he has other abilities?"

Ling Xiao took just one glance and sensed a fierce aura emanating from the middle-aged man, thinking to himself: This person is not ordinary

Entering a room, Gaia gently knocked on the door and then pushed it open. Inside sat a similarly tall middle-aged man, probably in his forties, who was seated in a chair studying a map before him, exuding an aura of authority without anger.

"Gaia, have you found companions to undertake the task together?" The middle-aged man glanced at Ling Xiao, a hint of disappointment flashing in his eyes. As a first-tier magic swordsman, he could naturally discern Ling Xiao's cultivation level, which was likely not even that of a swordsman. Such a partner would probably be more of a hindrance than a help. However, the middle-aged man did not say anything directly; instead, he smiled gently and said, "I am Wang Chao. May I ask how you would like to be addressed, young brother?"

One of the men was exceptionally handsome, with a slender face and two straight, thick eyebrows extending into his temples. He appeared to be around twenty-three or twenty-four years old, with spirited eyes that suggested considerable skill. The girl, on the other hand, seemed younger, around sixteen or seventeen, with a quiet demeanor and a delicate appearance. Ling Xiao could sense that her strength was limited.