CHAPTER 1588: CHAPTER 1588: SCHEMING AGAINST LIN CHEN

"Hmph, what do you think this residence of mine is? Do you think you can come and go as you please?"

The gray-clothed man beside Xu Yufang glanced coldly over after hearing Zi Ling’s words and shouted angrily.

"What? The trade hasn’t been successful, and these brothers are planning to make a move? Are you wanting to force this deal?"

Zi Ling looked at the gray-clothed man and retorted angrily.

Zi Ling was naturally hot-tempered, and in the border towns of the Cloud Dragon Kingdom, there are clear rules prohibiting fighting within the city.

With the War Department’s army stationed in the city, Zi Ling absolutely didn’t believe these guys would dare to break the orders and attack them.

Moreover, this place wasn’t far from the Ancient Ruins, and if they caused too much commotion, the high-ups from the Yunlong Heavenly Palace guarding the Secret Realm’s entrance would surely be alerted and rush over. These Inner Sect Disciples wouldn’t be able to handle the consequences.

After all, Inner Sect Disciples are absolutely not allowed to attack Outer Sect Disciples without just cause.

And leading the group to the Ancient Ruins was Du Shaobai, the Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall, a hot-headed man himself. If these people fought in front of him, they clearly didn’t respect him, and naturally would be severely punished.

Thus, if a disturbance occurred here, none of these people would have a good outcome.

That’s why in this vast expanse, no one dares to stir up trouble.

One must know that Du Shaobai is a Late Stage Creation Realm powerhouse with incredible perception. Even outside his range, he can sense any combat fluctuations.

At a Late Stage Creation Realm speed, ten thousand miles is a mere few breaths’ journey.

Gu Zixuan looked at the tense atmosphere between Zi Ling and the gray-clothed man, feeling a bit anxious.

He had gone through great lengths to secure this deal, and the other party hadn’t even haggled, showing great forthrightness. He didn’t want the matter to fall apart.

"Please, both of you, don’t be impulsive. Calm down; we can discuss whatever the issue is."

"Junior Sister Zi Ling, don’t be so arbitrary. Any past grievances between you and Elder Sister Xu are in the past. We’re all disciples of the Yunlong Heavenly Palace. Why not resolve past grievances today with me mediating?"

"Aren’t you in a hurry to return to the Yunlong Heavenly Palace, Junior Sister? Don’t let this matter delay your return."

Gu Zixuan stepped forward, smiling, trying to smooth things over, while giving Xu Yufang a meaningful look.

"Past matters were my fault. I apologize to Junior Sister here, hoping she will no longer blame me."

Xu Yufang smiled slightly at Zi Ling as she spoke.

However, while she spoke these words, inwardly, she held great disdain for Zi Ling, secretly cursing that once they left this place, she would surely teach Zi Ling a lesson.

"I was the one who was impulsive earlier. I hope Junior Sister Zi Ling doesn’t take it to heart."

At Gu Zixuan’s urging look, the gray-clothed man slowly spoke.

For this big deal, tolerating for now was no problem since, once they left this vast area, this little wretch would become his plaything.

Thus, he couldn’t let Zi Ling leave due to momentary anger.

Seeing Xu Yufang and the gray-clothed man making insincere apologies, Zi Ling merely snorted lightly.

In her heart, she was still unwilling to invite these guys to escort her. Zi Ling had her pride; the issues between her and Xu Yufang weren’t resolved with a simple apology.

"Since Elder Sister and Brother have apologized, let’s not worry about it anymore."

Lin Chen looked at Zi Ling, speaking calmly, seemingly also siding with Xu Yufang and the gray-clothed man.

Hearing Lin Chen’s words, Zi Ling was momentarily surprised, knowing that Lin Chen wasn’t one to take such a loss.

If others were kind to him, he responded in kind; if they harbored malice, Lin Chen would repay tenfold.

However, seeing Lin Chen’s actions, Zi Ling, who knew him well, instantly understood that Lin Chen likely had another agenda. She stopped insisting on leaving, following Lin Chen’s plan. Lin Chen was astute and likely had everything planned out.

Seeing Lin Chen even speaking on their behalf, Gu Zixuan inwardly rejoiced, thinking this kid was easy to fool but believing it was because Lin Chen was in a hurry to leave, so he was persuading Zi Ling.

"Junior Brother Lin Chen is a sensible person with a promising future!"

"Since the misunderstandings are cleared, let’s discuss our transaction. There are six of you, fifty thousand Low-grade Spirit Crystals per person, totaling three million Low-grade Spirit Crystals."

Gu Zixuan looked at Lin Chen, speaking with a light smile.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen waved his hand, showing a smile.

"Please don’t rush, Senior Brother Gu. You mentioned a Blood Contract before. How about signing it first, then we’ll pay?"

"It’s not that we doubt you, Senior Brother Gu, but three million Low-grade Spirit Crystals is no small number. We hope for your understanding."

Lin Chen looked at Gu Zixuan with a cautious demeanor as he spoke.

Hearing Lin Chen’s words, Gu Zixuan gave him a few extra glances, thinking although Lin Chen seemed timid and afraid of death, he was cautious and not easily fooled, remembering the Blood Contract. Truly a cautious person.

Though with a smile on his face, Gu Zixuan inwardly plotted against Lin Chen.

Even though Lin Chen was incredibly cautious, Gu Zixuan inwardly laughed coldly, believing that no matter how vigilant Lin Chen was, he couldn’t outmaneuver him, as he had other means. A mere Blood Contract couldn’t bind him.

However, Gu Zixuan had no idea the kind of prodigy he was planning against.

It was always Lin Chen who schemed against others; no one had ever managed to scheme against Lin Chen.

If Liu Yong, Tan Yu, and others knew of Gu Zixuan’s underestimation of Lin Chen, they’d surely look at him with pity, for those who plotted against Lin Chen often didn’t even know how they ended up dead.

Soon, Gu Zixuan took out the Blood Contract, inscribed it with the Spiritual Inscription detailing the escort matters, and signed his name with Essence Blood, making the contract effective.

Lin Chen carefully read over the Blood Contract’s content, finding no loopholes in it. The contract clearly stated that during the escort back, Gu Zixuan and his group were not to harm Lin Chen and his group, nor could they deal a fatal blow.