Chapter 493 - 492: Lann Qi

Chapter 493: Chapter 492: Lann Qi

"So, you’re not actually expressionless."

"What did you say?"

"Uh, no, it’s nothing. Please, continue."

Bi Xiaoyu gave Qin Ya a suspicious glance, then said indifferently, "The Four Young Masters of Qingkong are the four most outstanding individuals of the younger generation in Qingkong City. Each of them is a prodigy on the Amor List, possessing combat strength comparable to a King. At the same time, the factions behind them are incredibly powerful, even rivaling the City Lord’s Mansion!"

"This Lann Qi is one of the four, but his fame far surpasses the other three—not because of his strength, but because his lecherous nature is known throughout all of Qingkong. It’s said that whenever he strolls through the streets, any remotely attractive woman will hide, terrified of catching his eye. If it weren’t for the powerful faction behind him, he would have been eliminated long ago."

Just then, Lann Qi arrived on the restaurant’s upper floor and suddenly shouted in exasperation, "What damn rotten luck! I’ve been walking around all day and haven’t seen a single decent-looking woman. They’re all so plain and homely, it’s an insult to my eyes."

"It truly has been difficult for you, Young Master." A guard beside Lann Qi immediately said fawningly. His eyes darted around, and suddenly, a look of delight appeared on his face. He quickly tugged on Lann Qi’s clothes and simpered, "Young Master, look! Look over there!"

Lann Qi curled his lip and looked over. In that instant, his eyes lit up, a ghastly green, lecherous glint appearing within them. He said to the guard, "You have sharp eyes. Take this as a reward."

"Thank you, Young Master."

"This woman is truly exceptional. Especially her aura—she seems cold, but I have a thousand ways to make her burn with passion. Let’s go over and say hello." A corner of Lann Qi’s mouth lifted as he stood up and walked directly toward Bi Xiaoyu.

"Beauty, what’s your name?" Lann Qi completely ignored Qin Ya, who was sitting opposite Bi Xiaoyu. He gulped, his eyes revealing an impatient, evil glint.

"Hmph." Seeing this, Bi Xiaoyu snorted coldly. The aura of a King erupted from her, sweeping through the restaurant. The surrounding air instantly grew tense and heavy.

"A K-King." Lann Qi gulped again, not out of fear, but excitement. "In all my years, I’ve rarely seen a beautiful King like you. This is perfect! Today, I’ll have a proper taste."

Hearing this, Bi Xiaoyu’s brow furrowed, a trace of killing intent swirling around her. If not for her apprehension about his identity, she would have already struck. Seeing her reaction, Lann Qi only grew more excited. "Haha, it seems you know who I am and are quite wary. Excellent, excellent. Little lady, just come with me obediently."

As his words fell, Lann Qi actually reached out, intending to drag Bi Xiaoyu away by force. At this, Qin Ya, who had been watching from the side, let the corner of his mouth curl up slightly. He spoke in a somewhat indifferent tone, "Sir, treating my companion this way is rather inappropriate, don’t you think?"

As he spoke, he flicked a finger, sending out a bolt of Qi Force. It carried a formidable power, strong enough to pierce a mountain, and shot directly at Lann Qi’s outstretched hand.

"Hmph."

Lann Qi’s brow twitched. Circulating his True Essence, he casually dissipated the Qi Force Qin Ya had fired. His tone turned frigid as he said, "Kid, are you looking to die?"

In his eyes, no one of his generation in Qingkong City was worthy of his notice, aside from the other few prodigies who were his equals. Though he was surprised by the young man’s Cultivation and age, his primary feeling was annoyance at having his fun spoiled.

Seeing this, the dozen or so guards beside Lann Qi rushed forward and surrounded Qin Ya. They then attacked without hesitation. Qin Ya remained seated, a slight smile on his lips. With a deafening crash, the dozen guards were sent flying, their bones shattered. They coughed up blood as they writhed on the ground.

At some unknown point, Bi Xiaoyu had appeared behind Qin Ya. She stood there coldly, a boiling Evil Qi emanating from her, as she slowly retracted her long, raised leg.

"Young Master Qin, are you alright?"

"They’re just a few guards. How could they possibly harm me?"

Lann Qi’s pupils contracted. "What is your relationship?" he asked coldly.

"And what business is that of yours?" Qin Ya replied indifferently.

"Hmph. Kid, do you have any idea who I am?"

Qin Ya didn’t answer. Instead, Bi Xiaoyu took a step forward and declared, "A mere descendant of a Noble Family dares to make a move on a City Lord’s Personal Guard. What is the penalty for such a crime?!"

As her voice fell, Bi Xiaoyu took out a milky-white Jade Order. As it glowed with white light, everyone in the crowd gasped. A City Lord’s Personal Guard? That was a powerful background!

One must understand that in Qingkong Giant City, the City Lord was supreme. As his most trusted Personal Guard, her status was extremely high, comparable to an Elder of one of the Noble Families.

"A City Lord’s Personal Guard?!" Lann Qi revealed a hint of surprise.

"If you’re a Personal Guard, then who is this young man?"

At this, the crowd also grew puzzled. As far as they knew, didn’t the Personal Guard only take orders from the City Lord? Why was she with this young man?

"This man is an honored guest of the City Lord. Do you have any objections?"

Bi Xiaoyu’s tone was icy, and her entire being exuded a frigid aura.

"Oh, an honored guest?"

Lann Qi stroked his chin, a playful look in his eyes. "What kind of honored guest would warrant the City Lord sending his own Personal Guard as a close attendant?"

Then, he said coldly, "Impersonating a Personal Guard is a heinous crime. I suspect you have ulterior motives. Today, I will capture you, take you back to my residence, and interrogate you thoroughly."

"You dare!" Bi Xiaoyu’s eyebrows shot up, her anger showing.

"Hmph, let me tell you, I’m determined to have you."

He gave a cold smirk and took a step forward. True Essence erupted from his body, and his palms began to move like butterflies flitting through flowers, their trajectory impossible to follow.

He thrust his palms forward, sending out waves of powerful Qi Force. The tables and chairs behind Bi Xiaoyu all exploded. Not daring to be careless, she suddenly brandished a gleaming Treasure Sword. Her True Intent erupted, filling the space around them.

The sword struck out like a bolt of Gale, tearing through the afterimages of his palms in the blink of an eye and stabbing toward Lann Qi’s shoulder. A King’s Cultivation against a Half-Step King. If it were anyone else, this battle would be over without any suspense.

But as one of the Four Young Masters of Qingkong, how could Lann Qi be so easily defeated? He let out a low shout as Wind-Fire Energy emanated from his body. The wild wind coalesced around him into a Protective Qi Gang, while the raging fire transformed into a massive beast that lunged at Bi Xiaoyu, baring its fangs.

The Sword Light stabbed against the condensed Wind Gang, producing a metallic CLANG. Bi Xiaoyu’s brow furrowed slightly. At that moment, the Flame Fierce Beast pounced before her. Her True Intent surged, and sharp gusts of wind streamed from the edge of her sword, instantly tearing the Flame Fierce Beast to shreds. "The Four Young Masters of Qingkong are nothing special."

Having neutralized her opponent’s attack, Bi Xiaoyu spoke coldly. But beside her, Qin Ya just shook his head, a little speechless. ’Seriously? You’re a Martial Arts King and he’s just a Half-Step King, yet you’re still trash-talking him like this?’

"Feisty, I like it."

The corner of Lann Qi’s mouth curled up. The greed in his eyes intensified, and the Wind and Fire swirling around him grew even more violent, its power approaching the level of True Intent.