Chapter 3, Xie Xiaoyan

"Superficial women have little to offer beyond their beauty." Ling Xiao looked at Xie Xiaoyan, whose eyes were brimming with pride, and sneered coldly in his heart, disdainfully curling his lips as he shouted towards the door: "Show them out"

In this way, even if someone still harbors doubts, who would dare to claim that it was a trap set by her, Xie Xiaoyan

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Xie Xiaoyan's personal guard consists of many individuals. As long as she has visited the Ling residence once, those guards will immediately publicize the matter to counter those who question Xie Xiaoyan: Ling Xiao was injured by his father, yet I, Xie Xiaoyan, can boldly visit! Isn't there a rumor suggesting that the truth is otherwise? But look, I am not afraid to confront anyone face to face!

As soon as she stepped out of the general's residence, the warm sunlight enveloped her, and she saw the lively little birds hopping and chirping on the lush trees. Xie Xiaoyan's mood instantly brightened. With her eyes slightly closed, she savored the pure air and took a deep breath. Then she opened her eyes, her gaze revealing a determined expression: I am free! Yes, now, there is no one who can bind my wings and prevent me from soaring high!

Ten years in the east of the river, ten years in the west of the river; the reputation of the Ling family, which was subjected to so much humiliation back then, will eventually be repaid double to you

Ling Xiao is very confident in himself; it won't be long before the world sees a brand new hetushu.com Ling Xiao. As for you, Xie Xiaoyan... there are many ways for you to come to terms with the reality.

Xie Xiaoyan's embarrassment flashed across her face, and then she looked at Ling Xiao with eyes full of guilt: "I am sorry, I didn't expect to cause you such great harm, I really didn't expect..." It was said that Ling Xiao was severely injured by the returning general and nearly killed. Xie Xiaoyan had also felt a twinge of guilt in her heart, but this slight guilt was soon overshadowed by the joy of gaining freedom.

However, as a noble academy of the Blue Moon Empire, the Imperial Academy is not lacking in intelligent and composed individuals. After this incident, some did not side with Xie Xiaoyan; instead, they questioned her, directly pointing out the crux of the issue: Ling Xiao, a fifth-tier sword attendant, is seven tiers lower than you! How could he possibly exert force against you, a sixth-tier sword master? Can your light remark, "The other party's status is too high; I dare not resist!" truly explain this matter?

Indeed, she is a beauty. Ling Xiao felt a slight ripple in his heart; perhaps it is a lingering obsession left by the deceased Ling Xiao. It seems that the "I" still holds a fondness for Xie Xiaoyan. Ling Xiao sighed; if it weren't for this, he probably wouldn't have been so easily ensnared.

For a woman like Xie Xiaoyan, Ling Xiao saw through her at a glance; she was merely here to seek a grand cause. Regardless of what the two discussed here today, once Xie Xiaoyan steps out of the gate of the General's residence, the speculation about her will vanish.

Ling Xiao let out a faint sigh, looking at Xie Xiaoyan with a detached expression and said, "Classmate Xie Xiaoyan, please take a seat." Glancing at his sister beside him, whose face was as cold as frost, he said, "Yun'er..."

In his previous life, Ling Xiao was devoted to cultivation, yet he was not a kind-hearted individual; otherwise, he would not have harbored the wish for a senior from his sect to fail in their tribulation, all for the sake of collecting treasures.

For some reason, Xie Xiaoyan suddenly felt that the Ling Xiao in front of her was somewhat unfamiliar, even evoking a sense of inexplicable fear within her. Was it simply because she had done something wrong? Xie Xiaoyan made an effort to sweep this thought from her mind, reminding herself that great achievers do not sweat the small stuff. With a sincere expression, she said: "I know, Ling Xiao, you will hate me for a lifetime, but I also have my own unavoidable difficulties. I can only feel deeply sorry for the harm this has caused you... I will also go to Uncle Ling to apologize!" Then, with a sincere expression, she repeated: "I know, Ling Xiao, you will hate me for a lifetime, but I also have my own unavoidable difficulties. I can only feel deeply sorry for the harm this has caused you... I will also go to Uncle Ling to apologize!"

Ling Yun'er reluctantly moved a chair over, placing it with a thud in front of Xie Xiaoyan, then turned and left, slamming the door with a resounding bang. Clearly, Ling Yun'er felt that if she stayed any longer, she would be unable to restrain herself from drawing her sword to kill this hypocritical woman and the * book *! Although in reality, she was no match for Xie Xiaoyan.

Because Father Hsieh Chang-ting personally approached his close friend General Ling Tianxiao, the engagement between the two was successfully dissolved

Upon seeing Xie Xiaoyan, Ling Xiao recognized what this woman looked like and felt that was sufficient. Hearing Xie Xiaoyan's insincere apology, a surge of anger rose within him: "A mere apology cannot undo the harm I have suffered, nor can it restore the tarnished reputation of the Ling family"

Xie Xiaoyan cast a complex glance at Ling Xiao, then stood up and left. Although she had achieved her goal, she felt somewhat perplexed. Why was Ling Xiao, who had always been submissive in front of her, so assertive today? It was as if he had completely transformed into a different person, exuding a coldness from within. She could see that although Ling Xiao's injuries had mostly healed, his cultivation level remained unchanged, showing no signs of progress.

If today she were facing General Ling Tianxiao, then Xie Xiaoyan would not be so angry, nor would she dare to be. However, this strong attitude appears on the useless Ling Xiao... ? ... What right does he have?

Now is not your opponent, I remain silent

Therefore, Xie Xiaoyan felt it necessary to visit the Ling residence; she needed to clarify this rumor! Indeed, it is a rumor!

According to Ling Xiao's original temperament, his mind was solely focused on cultivation, leaving no room for concerns about personal reputation. However, having inexplicably arrived in this world and taken over someone else's body, he could not afford to disregard the reputation of the General's residence and the Ling family's standing

Therefore, the engagement with the General's residence must be terminated at all costs; her fate, Xie Xiaoyan, can only be controlled by herself. Living under someone else's roof is certainly not her wish

Xie Xiaoyan is indeed very beautiful, with a head of long black hair tied up with a light purple satin ribbon. Her delicate eyebrows resemble distant mountains, and her long eyelashes rest upon her pitch-black eyes. Her skin is snow-white and tender, with a delicate sheen, a slender waist, and a perky beautiful figure. Her two jade-like legs are straight and long, all of which reveal the immense charm of this girl who is only fourteen years old

Therefore, she is unwilling to be a mere pawn. There is an ancient saying in the mainland: "Do nobles and ministers have any inherent superiority?" Why should she have to curry favor with the general just because her family is in trade? What is so special about the general? Ling Tianxiao also came from humble beginnings, yet he climbed to his current position step by step through his military achievements. Now he possesses the title of marquis and the position of general!

Xie Xiaoyan has been known as a genius among geniuses since childhood. By the age of fourteen, she had reached the sixth level of swordsmanship, standing at the pinnacle among her peers

Xie Xiaoyan has always believed that she too can stand at the pinnacle through her own efforts, earning the admiration of all. At that time, the Xie family will become a noble house that is no less formidable than the Ling family

Today, she has already grasped the greater righteousness in her hands, and the Ling family cannot use their familial power to retaliate against her family. From now on, no one will be able to obstruct Xie Xiaoyan's path to soaring success! By that time, even if the Ling family wishes to take revenge, what can they do?

Because she is not afraid of confrontation

Seeing Ling Xiao's sharp words, Xie Xiaoyan finally put away the facade on her face and replaced it with a cold expression: "Ling Xiao, if you had been this wise earlier, I wouldn't have resorted to such a desperate measure! And..." Xie Xiaoyan suddenly smiled again, saying lightly: "If you have the ability to make me reveal the truth, I... am always at your service!" Xie Xiaoyan almost said, "If you had that ability, I would rather marry you," but she swallowed the words back, for that was impossible, wasn't it?

"Enough, hate you for a lifetime? You are not worthy." Ling Xiao glanced indifferently at Xie Xiaoyan and then said, "You have achieved your goal, Xie Xiaoyan. I must admit that you are a very scheming person, with deep ambitions. However, you better remember that one day, I will reclaim everything you have slandered against me and the Ling family, with interest! Now, you may leave!"

When facing herself, the admiration and fervor that once filled her eyes had vanished, replaced instead by a demeanor that was more one of disdain. How dare he? Xie Xiaoyan suddenly felt a surge of intense anger; the feeling of being looked down upon, especially by a worthless person like Ling Xiao, was truly humiliating and infuriating.