A hint of tenderness flashed in Han Yue's eyes. She held Xiao Ling's hand tightly and said softly, "Thank you, Xiao Ling. I feel relieved with your words."

As time passed, the sky gradually darkened. The two of them stayed together, enjoying this rare quiet time.

Xiao Ling gently held Han Yue in his arms and let her head rest on his shoulder.

His eyes fell softly on Han Yue's profile, and every contour on her fair and pretty face made him feel familiar and kind.

At this moment, Xiao Ling's thoughts couldn't help but drift back to certain plots in the original work, especially the character of Jia Hongchen.

When Xiao Ling read the original novel, he disliked that character. Now Han Yue has become his woman. If anyone dares to hit on her, Xiao Ling will never swallow this humiliation.

His self-esteem and possessiveness do not allow anyone to have any fantasies about his woman.

Although the current timeline is different from the original work, Xiao Ling knows that in order to reduce unnecessary trouble for Han Yue, he must prepare for the future.

Xiao Ling already had a plan in mind, thinking to himself: "It seems that I have to go to the Demon Flame Valley and quickly get the method of refining the Heavenly Demon Puppet so that I can prepare a demon leader for Han Yue."

Originally, Xiao Ling planned to take a good rest for a while after this retreat, and then go to the Black Horn Region to get all the treasures that appeared in the original book. But now that Han Yue is going back to the family, the plan has to change.

He retracted his thoughts and turned to Han Yue and said, "Yue'er, please leave in a few days. I want to prepare a special gift for you."

Then, Xiao Ling took out a pill emitting soft light from the ring and handed it to Han Yue: "This is the Douling Pill, which I refined myself. It is just right for you now. When you refine the power of the Douling Pill, the other gift I prepared for you should also be completed.

Han Yue took the Douling Pill. She could clearly feel the pure energy contained in the pill, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.

After putting the Douling Pill back into the ring, Han Yue asked with a hint of curiosity and concern, "What gift are you going to give me? Actually, you are the best gift for me. I'm just worried that for this gift, you will take risks or encounter danger."

Xiao Ling looked at Han Yue, a gentle light flashed in his eyes, he shook his head lightly, and a mysterious smile appeared on his face. He did not directly answer Han Yue's question, but comforted her softly,

"You just need to wait patiently. Everything is in my plan. Don't worry, there won't be any danger."

Han Yue saw that Xiao Ling was unwilling to say more, so she stopped asking. She knew Xiao Ling and knew that he was always a man with his own opinions.

As Xiao Ling's partner, I should choose to trust and support his every choice.

As the night deepened, the two unconsciously walked into the bedroom. The soft lighting in the room gave the room a warm tone, creating a private space that belonged only to them.

Han Yue leaned lightly on Xiao Ling's chest. She could clearly feel the rhythm of Xiao Ling's heartbeat. Her fingers danced lightly on the back of his hand. Every subtle movement conveyed her deepest emotions.

Xiao Ling gently stroked Han Yue's silver hair. His touch was like a spring breeze blowing across the lake, gentle and delicate. Every touch revealed his deep concern for her.

The conversation between them became soft and affectionate, and every word seemed to be whispered in the other's ear, conveying the tenderness and strength in each other's hearts.

As the night deepened, the atmosphere in the house quietly became warm and romantic. The breathing of the two people gradually became rapid in this quietness, and an indescribable ambiguous atmosphere filled the air.

Beside the bed, Xiao Ling gently untied Han Yue's bun, letting her long hair fall like a waterfall, draped over her shoulders, sparkling with a soft luster.

Han Yue responded with the same tenderness. She gently helped Xiao Ling take off his clothes. Under the soft light, the two naked bodies were gently wrapped in the warm glow.

On this quiet night, the two people's bodies and minds were silently comforted by each other. The emotional exchange went beyond words and reached a deep understanding and resonance.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 187 Demonic Flame Valley

The mysterious and powerful Demon Flame Valley is located deep in the mountains in the northern part of the Black Horn Region.

This huge valley seems to be a masterpiece of nature, carved out from the mountain.

The dark black rocks surrounding it are called Ink Mace Stones. They are extremely hard and even a Dou Wang-level warrior would have difficulty in breaking them.

The surface of these rocks gleams with a metallic luster, making one wonder if the mountain range itself is a huge mineral vein.

The headquarters of the Demon Flame Valley is located in this mineral vein, and its strength is far beyond what the outside world can imagine.

Although the masters of the Demon Flame Valley did not have their names on the Black Horn Region’s blacklist, it did not mean that they were not strong enough.

On the contrary, their strength is strong enough to make them disdain to participate in the so-called "blacklist" dispute.

Both the Demon Flame Valley and the Black Emperor Sect are old and established forces with a long history in the Black Horn Region, and they are backed by Dou Zong-level powerhouses.

The power of the Devil Flame Valley is even more powerful than that of the Black Emperor Sect. The Valley Master of the Devil Flame Valley, known as the Earth Demon Old Ghost, is a powerful warrior with the strength of a Seven-Star Dou Zong.

In comparison, the leader of the Black Emperor Sect, Mo Tianxing, is only a four-star Dou Zong.

The Demon Flame Valley not only has powerful beings like the Earth Demon Old Ghost, but also three elders at the peak of the Douhuang level. Among them, the chief elder has even reached the realm of a half-step Douzong and may achieve a breakthrough at any time.

At the edge of the Demon Flame Valley, on top of a stone tower that reached into the clouds, a figure stood quietly.

Xiao Ling was wearing a black robe, the hem of which swayed gently in the wind.

Under the moonlight, his face looked particularly stern, and his deep eyes seemed to contain the sea of ​​stars.

Xiao Ling's purpose of coming to the Demon Flame Valley this time was naturally to obtain the method of refining the Heavenly Demon Puppet.

However, it is slightly different from the previous plan. It is not to be resolved by force, but to trade with the Demon Flame Valley.

At first, Xiao Ling’s plan was to kill the old demon directly, and then take the wealth accumulated by the Demon Flame Valley over the years for himself.

This method is fast and efficient, and the benefits are undoubtedly huge. The wealth accumulated by the Demon Flame Valley over the years is a huge sum of money, and even a wealthy alchemist like Xiao Ling can't help but be tempted by it.

In addition, Xiao Ling was also very envious of the six-star Dou Zong body of the Earth Demon Old Ghost. If such materials could be refined into a Heavenly Demon Puppet, its combat power would certainly be extraordinary.

Of course, Xiao Ling would never act on his own regarding such an important matter. Before setting off, he would naturally inform Elder Su Qian about the matter first.

When Su Qian learned of Xiao Ling's plan, he was so shocked that he could hardly believe his ears. He didn't even give Xiao Ling any chance to explain and flatly rejected this risky plan.

In Su Qian's opinion, although Xiao Ling's fighting ability is outstanding among his peers and even the older generation, it is far beyond the level of an average three-star Dou Zong.

But facing the old demon who has reached the seven-star Dou Zong realm, this veteran strong man who has experienced many vicissitudes of life, Su Qian believes that Xiao Ling still has a considerable gap in strength compared to him.

The old demon is not only the master of the Demon Flame Valley, but also a legendary figure of the same generation as Mang Tianchi, the president of Canaan College. His combat experience and methods are far beyond what Xiao Ling can match today.

Furthermore, the Demon Flame Valley was filled with powerful people. Even if there were no other Dou Zong-level beings, the large number of Dou Wangs and Dou Huangs joining forces to attack was enough to bring great trouble and threats to Xiao Ling.

Su Qian was worried that if Xiao Ling acted rashly, not only would it be difficult to achieve his goal, but he would also be likely to fall into a life-and-death crisis.

In Su Qian's eyes, in the Black Horn Region today, only the two elders Qianbai have the ability to check and balance the old demon.

If the two elders do not take action, even if Canaan Academy's strength is enhanced with the help of Xiao Ling's elixir, if it really takes the initiative to conflict with the Demon Flame Valley, the academy will inevitably suffer heavy losses.

Su Qian's worries were not groundless. After all, in everyone's opinion, Xiao Ling did not have the ability to confront the Demon Flame Valley head-on at the moment.

Su Qian was even worried that Xiao Ling would act rashly on impulse, so he considered calling on several elders who had already broken through to the Dou Zong realm to act together and confine Xiao Ling in the inner courtyard of Canaan Academy to prevent him from stepping out of the academy.

Xiao Ling was also helpless about Su Qian's worries. Although he had told Su Qian that he had unique means to deal with the strong men in the Demon Flame Valley alone, Elder Su Qian did not agree with his rather risky plan anyway.

Xiao Ling could actually understand Su Qian's concern. After all, he was only seventeen years old and had just been promoted to Dou Zong. He had not yet truly demonstrated his strength, so it was naturally difficult for people to believe that he had the ability to challenge a senior force like the Demon Flame Valley alone.

Xiao Ling was also unable to immediately prove that he had the means to fight against the Demon Flame Valley.

With his current abilities, it would not be difficult to deal with the old demon, or even kill him, although it would take some energy. However, it was hard to predict whether he could win under the siege of so many powerful men in the Demon Flame Valley without using soul fighting skills.

As for Xiao Ling's trump card against the Devil Flame Valley, it is undoubtedly the fighting skill "Ghost Possessed" that surpasses the Heavenly Rank. However, Xiao Ling will not use this move unless it is necessary.

After an in-depth discussion, Su Qian learned that Xiao Ling attached great importance to a treasure in the Demon Flame Valley.

After personally testing Xiao Ling's strength and making sure that he at least had the ability to protect himself, Su Qian finally agreed to let Xiao Ling go to the Demon Flame Valley.

However, before letting him go, Su Qian repeatedly reminded Xiao Ling that this trip was limited to transactions, he must not do anything extreme, and he must ensure his own safety.

Xiao Ling finally had no choice but to agree to Elder Su Qian's arrangement.

First, what Elder Su Qian said does make sense. The Demon Flame Valley is extremely powerful, and it is indeed quite difficult to deal with.

Secondly, although Xiao Ling was quite envious of the body of the old demon, what Xiao Ling valued more was the method of refining the Heavenly Demon Puppet.

Now Xiao Ling is not in urgent need of a Dou Zong body, nor does he need to use the Heavenly Demon Puppet to resist the pill thunder when refining the seventh-grade elixir.

Moreover, there is a body of Turtle Spirit Venerable waiting for him to take in the Luoyan Empire. By then, even if he really refines a pill of grade seven or above, the pill thunder will not be wasted.

As for the Heavenly Demon Puppet that he planned to refine for Han Yue, the Dou Zun body that he obtained in the Warcraft Mountains would be just right.

However, if those people in the Demon Flame Valley did not have any ulterior motives, then Xiao Ling would be willing to make a deal with them. But if the Demon Flame Valley wanted to do something bad to him, then Xiao Ling would not show mercy.

Xiao Ling stopped thinking, took a deep breath, and gently adjusted his black robe to make it flow more elegantly in the night breeze.

Immediately, Xiao Ling took a step forward and walked towards the depths of the Demon Flame Valley.

As Xiao Ling gradually walked away, his figure slowly blended into the night of the Demon Flame Valley, leaving behind only a slender back and a shadow elongated by the moonlight.

His arrival may bring some new waves to the dominant force in the Black Horn Region.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 188 Tang Clan Tang San

"Uh-huh!!!"

Hundreds of meters above the Demon Flame Valley, ripples suddenly appeared in the void, and then a slender figure in a black robe instantly appeared in the air.

Xiao Ling's posture of walking in the air was like a meteor across the night sky, silent and yet carrying an irresistible momentum.

The moment Xiao Ling's figure appeared, the guards of the Demon Flame Valley immediately fell into a low discussion.

Their eyes were fixed on the black-robed man who suddenly appeared, and their faces showed a mixture of surprise and vigilance.

"Look, who is that?" a young guard asked in a low voice with a hint of trembling in his voice.

"I don't know, but judging from the fact that he can walk in the air, he is definitely a Dou Zong-level warrior!" Another experienced guard responded, a hint of solemnity flashing in his eyes.

"Oh my god, a Dou Zong master! What is he doing here? Is he going to do something bad to our Demon Flame Valley?" The guard who spoke first became even more nervous.

At this time, a guard who looked a little older interrupted: "Don't panic, we in the Demon Flame Valley are not so easily shaken. We have three elders at the peak of Douhuang, and each of them is extremely powerful."

"That's right. There is also our Great Elder Fangyan. His strength has reached the level of Half-Step Dou Zong. With the three elders at the peak of Dou Huang level joining forces, even if a true Dou Zong comes, he may not be able to gain an advantage." Another guard added, with a hint of pride in his tone.

“Don’t forget, we still have our Valley Master who has been in seclusion all year round. His strength is unfathomable, and he is one of the best in the entire Black Horn Region.” The older guard continued, his words full of confidence in the strength of the Demon Flame Valley.

"Yes, the Demon Flame Valley is the largest force in the Black Horn Region, and not just anyone can challenge it." After hearing what his companions said, the panic in the young guard's heart gradually subsided.

Although the guards of the Demon Flame Valley were extremely powerful, facing this unfathomable Dou Zong expert, they could only look up at him with awe in their hearts.

Just as Xiao Ling was about to cross the outer defense line of the Demon Flame Valley, a powerful aura suddenly rose from the valley, like an invisible wave, instantly covering the entire valley.

This is the aura of Fang Yan, the great elder of the Demon Flame Valley. His strength has reached the level of a half-step Dou Zong, and he is well aware of any movement in the Demon Flame Valley.

Fang Yan's figure appeared in front of Xiao Ling in an instant, like a phantom, with a hint of curiosity and vigilance in his eyes. He looked at the young Dou Zong master, secretly surprised at Xiao Ling's youth and strength.

Because Xiao Ling used the camouflage skill, Xiao Ling's appearance has changed greatly at this moment. Even Han Yue, who knows Xiao Ling inside and out, cannot easily recognize him.

"I am Fang Yan, the great elder of the Demon Flame Valley. May I ask who you are? What are you doing here, breaking into my Demon Flame Valley at night?" Elder Fang Yan's voice was steady and powerful, and every word could be heard thousands of miles away.

Xiao Ling stopped and stood steadily in the air. Facing the great elder of the Demon Flame Valley, his face showed no emotion at all. He spoke without blushing or beating his heart.

"I am Tang San, from the Bashu Tang Sect. I came to the Demon Flame Valley to make a deal with you. I have no other ill intentions."

Fang Yan's eyebrows raised slightly. He could clearly feel the fluctuations of fire-attributed fighting spirit emanating from Xiao Ling.

This fluctuation was extremely pure, far surpassing any fire-attribute practitioner he had ever met before. It was even more pure than the aura he exuded when he practiced the "Flame Art".

Moreover, he had indeed never heard of the so-called "Tang Sect". In the Black Horn Region, and even in the wider region, he thought he knew a thing or two about all the major forces, but the name "Tang Sect" was completely unfamiliar to him.

This made Fang Yan feel irrepressible curiosity about Xiao Ling's identity and purpose of coming here.

Judging from the aura emanating from the young man in front of him, Fang Yan was certain that, although the strength of this young warrior was not as good as that of the Valley Master, he was definitely not a beginner in the Dou Zong realm. His strength had at least reached the level of a three or four star Dou Zong.

Faced with such a mysterious figure, even a giant in the Black Horn Region like the Demon Flame Valley would not easily become his enemy.

In the Black Horn region, where the strong prey on the weak, only strength can win respect. Here, the law of survival of the fittest is fully demonstrated.

However, as the grand elder of the Demon Flame Valley, now that the Valley Master is in seclusion, he is the person in charge of the Demon Flame Valley. Even if his cultivation is not as good as others, he cannot lose his momentum.

"Trade?" Fang Yan asked in a slightly hoarse voice, "My Demon Flame Valley has never traded with outsiders. I wonder what treasures Master Tang San has that are worthy of my Demon Flame Valley's efforts?"

Xiao Ling's eyes swept over Fang Yan. He could feel that although the other party remained polite on the surface, there was scrutiny and vigilance hidden in his eyes.

Xiao Ling didn't intend to spend too much time here with Fang Yan, he had more important things to do.

"Elder Fang Yan," Xiao Ling's voice was calm but with a hint of unquestionable firmness, "I came to the Demon Flame Valley not to chat with you, but to discuss important matters with your Valley Master."

"Don't worry, the bargaining chips I bring out will definitely be of great benefit to your Demon Flame Valley."

Fang Yan's eyes flashed with displeasure when he heard this. In the Black Horn Region, no one had ever dared to ask to see the Valley Master so directly.

But Xiao Ling's strength and attitude forced him to reconsider. He knew that anyone who could speak with such an attitude must have something to rely on.

"Sir Tang San, the Valley Master is not someone that anyone can meet." Fang Yan's voice was still steady, but his tone was a little more serious. "But since you have something important to do, I am not unreasonable. Please follow me, and I will arrange for you to meet the Valley Master."

Xiao Ling nodded, without saying anything more, and followed Fang Yan to the reception room of Demon Flame Valley.

On the way to the reception room, Fang Yan started chatting with Xiao Ling, trying to get more information about this mysterious Dou Zong from the conversation, "Sir Tang San, from the aura emanating from you, I think you must be practicing a fire-attributed technique."

Xiao Ling smiled slightly. He didn't intend to reveal too much, but he also didn't want to arouse the other party's suspicion, so he said casually: "Elder Fang Yan has a good eye. I am indeed practicing a fire-attributed technique."

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