Chapter 204 Rejecting Hongshan’s Invitation

The person who was secretly following was naturally Lan Yi who was beside Hong Shan. I didn't expect that this loyal guard would actually stay here for two days just because of a command from the young master.

After seeing Yuan Xiao and Fairy Yuan appear on the street, Lan Yi released the messenger eagle in his hand and immediately sent a message to Hong Shan, and he followed the two far behind.

Although Fairy Yuan has been in the Sanxian Market for two or three years, she spends most of her time in the Refining Pavilion to manage business or practice. She doesn't have many opportunities to come out, so she is very excited to come out and play today. In addition, Yuan Xiao is with her, so she feels fun everywhere.

If you meet someone selling fairy fruits on the street, buy two to try; if you meet someone selling mortal candied haws, buy two strings for each person and eat them happily. It was not until Yuan Xiao asked to buy stinky tofu that Fairy Yuan was scared and grabbed Yuan Xiao's arm and left. Unknowingly, we walked to Liuyin Lake in the east of the city.

Liuyin Lake, surrounded by weeping willows, is paved with bluestone slabs for people to walk and enjoy the scenery. There are two or three small islands in the lake, and flocks of water birds fly by from time to time, which is a very nice scenery.

The two walked along the stone slabs and saw three people coming. They were Hong Shan and his two guards, Lan Yi and Hei Yi.

"Miss Yuan, and this young man, I didn't expect that we would meet again!" Hong Shan greeted enthusiastically, as if he was very familiar with her, and as if nothing had happened between him and Yuan Xiao.

"Miss Yuan and I have met twice before, so I know each other. I wonder what this young man's name is? My name is Hong Shan, from Yan State." Hong Shan introduced himself.

"Yuan Xiao, a native cultivator of Song State." Yuan Xiao naturally would not embarrass the other party too much. After all, so far, Hong Shan has not done anything practical except having someone follow him.

"Young Master Yuan is already a foundation-building cultivator at such a young age. I really admire you. Your subordinate Lan Yi was disobedient and followed you without permission today. I have already reprimanded him. Please don't blame me, Young Master Yuan!" Hong Shan said very generously, but I don't know if it was true or not.

"Lan Yi, why don't you come over and apologize to Young Master Yuan!" Hong Shan turned around and scolded Lan Yi.

"Lan Yi, I apologize to Young Master Yuan here. Please forgive me!" Lan Yi immediately bowed his hands and apologized, whether it was sincere or false. Unexpectedly, Hong Shan's words were so effective. It seems that Hong Shan's means of controlling his subordinates are not simple.

"It doesn't matter. Lan Yi just accompanied us for a walk and did not interfere with us. Just apologize and forget it." Yuan Xiao said.

"That's good. Young Master Yuan is really generous. Hong admires you." After saying that, Hong turned to Fairy Yuan and said, "Fairy Yuan, it seems that it has been almost two years since we last met. Fairy Yuan has become more and more detached from the world. I wonder if Fairy Yuan will participate in the Three Immortals Competition this time?"

"I would like to try it, just to join in the fun." Fairy Yuan replied. She did know Hong Shan, and their elders had dealt with each other in the Chamber of Commerce. The two of them were acquaintances who had no friendship, but no ill feelings.

"That's great. Hong also plans to participate in the Three Immortals Competition, but has not found anyone to form a team with. I wonder if Fairy Yuan can condescend to form a team with Hong?" Hong Shan showed a happy look on his face and made a warm invitation.

"Mr. Hong is a step late. I already have someone to form a team with. Besides, I am a foundation-building cultivator, and you are already a golden elixir cultivator. We are not at the same level. First, the rules do not allow it, and second, it will definitely hinder Mr. Hong. I appreciate your kindness. I can only apologize to Mr. Hong here." Fairy Yuan said.

"In fact, only the competition requires cultivators of the same realm to form a team. There is no cultivation requirement for other competitions. Hong knows a few secret methods, which can temporarily suppress the realm to the foundation-building great perfection realm. I think even if I go to the foundation-building level competition, I can pass the qualification review. I wonder who the teammate Yuan Fairy is looking for?" Hong Shan asked.

"Far away in the sky, close at hand, it's the one next to me." Fairy Yuan smiled and looked at Yuan Xiao.

"Wow, what a coincidence. Young Master Yuan is so lucky to be able to find Fairy Yuan to form a team. I would like to ask Young Master Yuan, can you give me this opportunity? Of course, I will not make empty promises. If you have any reward conditions, please feel free to ask!" Hong Shan said to Yuan Xiao.

"Is that so? Just ask for conditions, right? I am really tempted. Sister Yuan, I am sorry for you this time. I am a little greedy and I really can't refuse Master Hong's proposal." Yuan Xiao said to Fairy Yuan.

"Brother Yuan, no way?" Fairy Yuan immediately pouted and got angry.

Yuan Xiao immediately turned around and said to Hong Shan: "My conditions have not changed, it is still 10,000 high-grade spirit stones, plus 1 top-grade spirit weapon! Master Hong, is it okay?"

Fairy Yuan laughed out loud, and immediately covered her mouth and smiled secretly.

It turned out that Yuan Xiao was teasing Hong Shan! This condition was exactly the same as the one Yuan Xiao had mentioned when Hong Shan wanted to buy Xiao Jin before. Hey, I knew that Brother Yuan is not that kind of person.

The two guards Lan Yi and Hei Yi were immediately furious, and drew their long swords with a clang.

Hong Shan waved his hand, signaling the two to leave, and then said to Yuan Xiao and Fairy Yuan with great regret: "Young Master Yuan, I really can't come up with this condition. It's just that I am unlucky and have no chance to team up with Fairy Yuan. I wish you two good results in the competition! Let's say goodbye today."

After Hong Shan and the other two walked away, Fairy Yuan rolled her eyes at Yuan Xiao and said angrily: "You just pissed me off. Now hurry up and find a way to make me happy! Otherwise, you'll have a hard time."

As a result, Yuan Xiao said shamelessly: "Well, the stinky tofu on the street before is simply a delicacy. After eating a bowl, you can forget all your worries. If you don't believe me, I'll take you to try a bowl. I guarantee you won't be angry after eating it!"

"You dare to mention stinky tofu!" Fairy Yuan pretended to hit someone, but Yuan Xiao had already run away.

They walked until the evening before they walked back to the street near South City.

Fairy Yuan said: "Today we offended Master Hong, and maybe we will meet him again during the duel. You just heard him say that there is a secret method that can suppress the cultivation to the great perfection of foundation building. If he encounters us, he will not show mercy to us."

"Don't worry, sister, I know what I'm doing. Even if I encounter them, I will keep you safe." Yuan Xiao said confidently, without any worry on his face.

"Sister, I believe you this time. You've surprised me time and time again before. Every time it seemed impossible, but in the end it all became possible." Fairy Yuan looked at Yuan Xiao and said seriously. She really believed.

"Which events should we sign up for? It's fine as long as it's fun, and of course it's better to win a prize." Fairy Yuan asked. Rewards are important, but fun is also important.

"My suggestion is that we only participate in the three events of competitive martial arts, alchemy, and treasure hunting, as well as the additional project of repairing the ancient teleportation array."

"Okay, but why?" Fairy Yuan asked like a curious baby.