"Alright, I'll mention it to him right now!" said Yang Ming, "Um, Brother Xiao, what about Chen Maozhong and Han Zhimin's son..."

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask. All you need to know is that those who deserve to die will die, and that's enough," said Ye Xiao.

Hearing Ye Xiao's words, Yang Ming immediately responded, "Yes, Brother Xiao!"

After hanging up the phone, Ye Xiao stood by the window, looking at the misty sky and couldn't help but slightly smile. The continuous autumn rain made for a beautiful scene, but who knew what hid behind this beautiful appearance? He just hoped that things wouldn't turn out too bad.

As Ye Xiao thought this, he unconsciously took out a cigarette and lit it.

It was only after lighting it that Ye Xiao remembered he was in Su Yun's bedroom. If Su Yun found out he was smoking in her bedroom...

Ye Xiao couldn't help but smile slightly, but showed no signs of leaving the room.

In no time it was around 5 o'clock, and due to the rainy weather and the already misty outdoors, it had gotten dark quite early today.

That afternoon, Ye Xiao had practiced the Nine Yang Divine Skill and the Mad God Skill for an hour or two.

The first time he practiced, Ye Xiao felt that cultivating the Mad God Skill didn't much help his Nine Yang Divine Skill. However, during the second practice session today, the situation was immediately different.

Today, Ye Xiao distinctly felt that after practicing the Mad God Skill, the recovery speed of the Nine Yang Divine Skill was extremely fast; of course, the energy consumption while practicing the Mad God Skill was also astonishing.

Regardless of how much the Mad God Skill benefitted him personally, at least it was somewhat beneficial to the practice of the Nine Yang Divine Skill.

Ye Xiao walked into the bathroom, looked at his slowly darkening hair, and chuckled softly. Walking down the street with fiery red hair would indeed grab everyone's attention.

Just then, Ye Xiao's phone suddenly rang.

Without looking at it, Ye Xiao thought to himself, could it be Zhao Dapeng and the others with an issue already? Was Axe Company attacking that fast?

However, when he checked his phone, he found it wasn't what he expected; it showed Guan Xiaonan's number.

It was Guan Xiaonan!

Seeing the number, Ye Xiao smirked and immediately answered the call.

"Skipped class again, or have you missed me so much you can't stand it anymore?" Ye Xiao laughed as he spoke to Guan Xiaonan.

Guan Xiaonan, upon hearing Ye Xiao's words, didn't scold him as usual but said very seriously, "I need to talk to you about something!"

"About something? What is it?" Ye Xiao asked, "You sound very serious. Don't tell me you've decided to offer yourself to me in marriage. I need to think about it; after all, marriage requires capitals."

"Who would marry you, Ye Xiao! I'm speaking seriously with you," said Guan Xiaonan, clearly irritated.

Hearing Guan Xiaonan's words, Ye Xiao got the impression it was indeed something important and immediately said, "Okay, okay, go ahead."

Guan Xiaonan said, "My dad told me to go straight home after school today because there will be an earthquake in Minghai City today."

An earthquake?

Hearing Guan Xiaonan's words, Ye Xiao curiously said, "Your dad can predict such things now? My goodness, is he working at the earthquake bureau?"

Hearing that Ye Xiao seemed not to catch her meaning, Guan Xiaonan immediately became anxious and said, "Ye Xiao, I'm not talking about that kind of earthquake, but the other kind; do you understand?"

"Ha ha, then tell me, which earthquake is it!" Ye Xiao said teasingly.

Ye Xiao, being clever, knew roughly what Guan Xiaonan meant once she mentioned it. What kind of earthquake could it be? The large-scale attack by Axe Company today might give a clue.

Guan Xiaonan, hearing Ye Xiao seemingly still not understanding, immediately exclaimed over the phone, "Ye Xiao, are you a fool? The earthquake my dad mentioned is definitely related to martial artists; do you get it now?"

Hearing Guan Xiaonan's words, Ye Xiao acted very surprised and asked, "Really? When did your dad tell you this?"

Guan Xiaonan immediately said, "Of course, it's true. My dad called me a minute ago."

"So you mean your dad called you, and then you immediately called me?" inquired Ye Xiao.

"Yeah, what about it?" Guan Xiaonan looked strangely at Ye Xiao, seemingly quite confused as to why he asked that!

But soon, she heard Ye Xiao's extremely exaggerated voice.

"Nannan, I know you really fancy me, but I've sworn never to marry until I find my parents. I once said, if I break my oath, may I be struck by lightning five times. However, for you, I've decided to discard that oath. Nannan, I accept!" said Ye Xiao in a very formal tone to Guan Xiaonan.

Guan Xiaonan, hearing Ye Xiao's words, was immediately at a loss for words.

"Why aren't you speaking?" Ye Xiao asked curiously upon hearing no response from Guan Xiaonan.

"Ye Xiao, can you be any more shameless?" Guan Xiaonan snorted as she spoke.

Ye Xiao immediately insisted without any remorse, "What's wrong with me? I'm just stating your inner thoughts, Nannan. Don't be embarrassed, I understand."

"You understand nothing, Ye Xiao! Can't you ever be serious? Think about what I just said to you!" Guan Xiaonan was almost infuriated. How could he be like this? Guan Xiaonan had not yet told Ye Xiao that this was related to Xiong Daoliang—her dad had told her that. But now, Ye Xiao showed no indication of grasping the seriousness of the matter.

"Of course, why wouldn't I?" Ye Xiao chuckled and said, "Don't worry, I won't be in any trouble. If something were to happen to me, wouldn't it be like leaving you a widow? Nannan, rest assured, I, Ye Xiao, would never do something so irresponsible."

Guan Xiaonan was used to Ye Xiao's thick skin, so she simply ignored his shameless remarks.

"You really need to be careful. Although I don't know who this is aimed at," Guan Xiaonan spoke up to there and didn't continue, clearly unsure how to proceed.

"Don't worry, the sky won't fall," Ye Xiao said.

"But..." Guan Xiaonan was extremely worried today because her father rarely spoke to her so seriously, and today, it was almost like an order.

"No buts, listen to your dad and go home early after school," Ye Xiao said.

"But..." Guan Xiaonan seemed to still have something to say, but she couldn't voice it.

"What is it? Just say whatever you want to say," Ye Xiao said, puzzled.

"I..." Guan Xiaonan still couldn't say it, though her thoughts were very strong at that moment.

"You can't possibly want to marry me now, can you? Actually, it's okay to get married. But in Yan Country, traditional marriages need an auspicious day. Why don't you ask your dad to pick a good day? Just say that I'm willing to be your live-in son-in-law!"

"Ye Xiao!" Guan Xiaonan exclaimed loudly.

"Hehe, tell me, Miss," Ye Xiao said.

After Xiaonan raised her voice, her tone softened, "I really want to see you right now!"

"I knew it; I'll find a room first!" Ye Xiao laughed.

"You're thinking about something else? I just want to see you," Xiaonan said.

Ye Xiao immediately laughed, "My Miss Guan, what did you think? I'm at Teacher Su's home right now. She's gone to teach, and she left the house for me to practice Inner Strength."

"Ah? Oh, okay, just... don't get the wrong idea!" Xiaonan said to Ye Xiao.

"I absolutely didn't think anything inappropriate. I'm actually starting to suspect you're the one with the lewd thoughts," Ye Xiao said, "Come on, I'll make sure I look as dashing as possible."

"Ye Xiao!"

"What?"

Xiaonan said, "You and 'dashing as a jade tree' are truly parallel lines!"

"Damn!"

The phone call ended, and Ye Xiao walked out of the bathroom!

Earthquake!

What kind of earthquake could occur in Minghai City?

Ye Xiao certainly understood that this earthquake was not a typical one. Enemies standing in an open space might not be affected, but this time, the quake might...

Ye Xiao didn't want to think further; he knew that what was coming, would come. Could it really be him? Was he really that impatient? Or was he truly a threat? No matter what, Ye Xiao now dare not take it lightly.

Actually, Ye Xiao knew that if it indeed concerned him, his only choice was to fight to the death. Whether he lived or died was up to fate.

Soon, Guan Xiaonan arrived downstairs, and Ye Xiao directly went down!

Seeing the beautiful-looking Guan Xiaonan, Ye Xiao felt genuinely comfortable from the bottom of his heart. They say seeing a beauty is good for longevity, and it seemed to be true.

"What are you looking at?" Xiaonan arched an eyebrow at Ye Xiao, who wore a mischievously sly smile, staring straight at Guan Xiaonan, which made her very uncomfortable. She immediately snapped at Ye Xiao.

Ye Xiao replied with immense pride, "Looking at my wife!"

"Who's your wife!" Xiaonan cooed playfully.

Ye Xiao then puckered his lips towards Xiaonan and said, "Isn't it obvious? With my dashing looks, of course, I should match someone as graceful as you. I finally understand why there's a saying about 'a match made in heaven.' It's clearly meant for us!"

Xiaonan was thoroughly convinced by Ye Xiao; she couldn't understand how he could be so eloquent, especially now. Wasn't that so-called 'great earthquake' about to start? What if the earthquake's target was indeed Ye Xiao? What should she do?

Now, Guan Xiaonan was extremely, extremely worried.

"Ye Xiao, don't you even want to think about what's about to face us? And..." Xiaonan stuttered again!

Clearly, Guan Xiaonan wanted to reveal more information again, but revealing it would be like throwing her father under the bus, and she didn't want Ye Xiao to harbor any hostility towards her father, so she was incredibly conflicted.

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