There's no need to guess; Chen Guan already knows who this man is.

Xiu Jie Ming, the most promising young leader of the Xiu Family's next generation. Although he is not as famous as Jiang Qiemo, that's because he comes from a military family, which is somewhat different from those born into wealthy and noble families.

Real military families do not flaunt their martial prowess. Being able to lead a team to victory is their greatest honor, while personal martial prowess is secondary.

"You all go prepare first; we'll head up the mountain in a few days," Xiu Jie Ming instructed the others to leave, leaving only Chen Guan and Xiu Yingmei standing there.

After everyone left the main tent, Xiu Jie Ming looked at Chen Guan and asked, "Are you Chen Guan?"

"Yes, Commander, I am Chen Guan," Chen Guan replied according to military protocol.

"Good, then go die." Xiu Jie Ming, without missing a beat, drew his sword and slashed at Chen Guan, the blade moving as fast as a flash of lightning.

"Big Brother..." Xiu Yingmei's expression changed drastically. She leapt up, drawing the Mandarin Duck Dragon Phoenix Saber to block Xiu Jie Ming's blade.

But what she blocked was only an illusion. When she looked at Xiu Jie Ming again, she saw that his sword had already been returned to its sheath and placed on the table.

Xiu Yingmei's face flushed with embarrassment. "Big Brother, I didn't mean to hide it from you; I just wanted to achieve something before telling you."

"That's why I didn't reveal it earlier. It's good you want to take action," Xiu Jie Ming said indulgently, not blaming Xiu Yingmei at all, then continued, "However, plans have changed. Ji Nanhong has been confined by the Military Chief and won't be coming. Your actions can't be hidden from me or from Lord Ji."

After speaking, Xiu Jie Ming looked at Chen Guan again, no longer exerting any pressure, and said very kindly, "I've heard about your deeds. Enduring the Shocking Wind Blade Energy in a Demon Possession state and defeating Hao Feng; defeating Jiang Qiemo with a single sword. With such talent and ability, it's fortunate that Little Mei brought you into the Xiu Family's faction. This is a blessing for our family and for me, Xiu Jie Ming."

"Commander, you overpraise me. I'm just lucky," Chen Guan said.

"Good, you remain humble and composed regardless of praise or disgrace. You're even more outstanding than I had imagined. A person of your caliber shouldn't be wasted on trivial matters, nor should your time be spent on petty, insignificant pursuits."

Xiu Jie Ming smiled at Chen Guan and said, "When matters here are settled, I will assist you with a World-Defying Secret Spirit Second Awakening. Afterwards, if you wish, you can first serve as a deputy in my regiment. In a few years, once you have the experience, you can independently lead the regiment and become my right-hand man."

"I am willing to serve you, Commander, with utter loyalty," Chen Guan promptly replied with military courtesy, his face filled with excitement and a sense of devotion to a kindred spirit.

"Little Mei, take Ah Guan to rest. He's had a hard journey; let him stay in Right One," Xiu Jie Ming said.

"How can that be? Right One is where you rest, Big Brother," Xiu Yingmei quickly interjected.

"Commander, that's inappropriate. Just find me a random place," Chen Guan also quickly spoke up.

"A talented person should be respected. You've earned this because of your abilities. People with skills should enjoy the treatment they deserve," Xiu Jie Ming interrupted them with a gesture, indicating they need not say anything more. "Go on."

"This Xiu Jie Ming... he's really something..." Chen Guan thought to himself as he followed Xiu Yingmei out of the main tent.

Xiu Yingmei led Chen Guan to a tent comfortably equipped, but not luxurious. She sat down by herself, rested her chin in her hand, and looked at Chen Guan for a long time without speaking.

"What are you looking at? Do I have flowers growing on my face?" Chen Guan also sat down, resting his chin in his hand, and asked Xiu Yingmei.

Xiu Yingmei pouted and said, "I looked and looked but couldn't see what's so good about you that my Big Brother mentioned."

"If I'm not good, why were you so eager to save me?" Chen Guan asked.

"Bah, who was eager? I just thought you were still useful, so I didn't want you to die," Xiu Yingmei retorted.

"Alright," Chen Guan shrugged, then asked, "What are we doing here?"

"Exploring Cuiyun Mountain," Xiu Yingmei replied truthfully, as everyone there knew.

"Cuiyun Mountain is a dangerous place, hardly anyone comes out alive," Chen Guan feigned surprise.

"Since we're daring to go, we naturally have ways to ensure your survival, so don't worry too much," Xiu Yingmei said to Chen Guan. "I was surprised when you defeated Hao Feng, and didn't expect you could incapacitate Jiang Qiemo with one strike, though admittedly with some trickery. Still, it's quite impressive."

"Just lucky," Chen Guan said.

"Lucky? So you're saying being able to use the Absolute Heaven Only Me was also luck?" Xiu Yingmei asked with a half-smile, watching Chen Guan.

"What's Absolute Heaven Only Me?" Chen Guan feigned ignorance.

Xiu Yingmei's expression turned cold. "Are you playing dumb with me? Do you really think I can't handle you?"

"You're talking about that state you used, right? I just saw you use it and tried to imitate it, not a learned trick, and I didn't know its name," Chen Guan explained.

Xiu Yingmei, hearing this, was even more bewildered. Chen Guan had only seen her use Absolute Heaven Only Me once and could already replicate it. What kind of talent is this?

The Absolute Heaven Only Me she mastered, even she couldn't use it again.

If Chen Guan indeed learned it from just one viewing, his talent and intellect were truly extraordinary.

"Use it again and let me see if you've practiced it right," Xiu Yingmei casually said.

Chen Guan knew what she was after but didn't point it out, acting naive as he activated the Absolute Heaven Only Me state.

As the originator of Absolute Heaven Only Me, Xiu Yingmei instantly sensed the changes in Chen Guan's body, her astonishment indescribable.

"It really is Absolute Heaven Only Me... he has truly mastered it... and can control it freely..." Xiu Yingmei looked at Chen Guan, her eyes turning overwhelmingly complex.

"Big Brother was right, a genius like him shouldn't engage in dark deeds. He should stand in the sunlight, shining and displaying his talent. A person like him is destined to be extraordinary." Xiu Yingmei's gaze gradually softened. It was the first time she felt a man her age could match Xiu Jie Ming in talent and intellect.

Yet inside, Xiu Yingmei felt a bit scared. She knew Xiu Jie Ming's habits. The more he valued Chen Guan, the more likely Chen Guan would face death.

Ordinary people couldn't sense Xiu Jie Ming's killing intent toward Chen Guan, but Xiu Yingmei, who grew up with him, knew him too well.

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