Chapter 55

Chapter 55: Xiao Yan's Envy

The Little Medical Fairy looked up at Xiao Ning, who was holding her, a gentle smile playing at his lips.

His expression was unchanged from before,he still didn't let her identity affect his feelings.

This gesture touched the Little Medical Fairy deeply.

Unaware of the impact he was having, Xiao Ning spoke seriously to Xiao Yan.

"A Poison Master is just a profession, it doesn't define a person's character,although I haven't known the Little Medical Fairy for long, her actions have shown her to be a kind-hearted person."

"If you judge people solely based on stereotypes, you'd miss the true nature of individuals and fail to discern right from wrong."

Xiao Ning's words reached the Little Medical Fairy's heart, filling her with gratitude.

She saw that Xiao Ning maintained his principles and defended her despite her identity.

She felt a profound sense of security, as if, with Xiao Ning by her side, she could face any challenge.

As Xiao Yan observed the Little Medical Fairy's gratitude and Xiao Ning's unchanging demeanor, he felt an inexplicable irritation.

He regretted reminding Xiao Ning of the Little Medical Fairy's identity.

His well-intentioned warning had instead made him feel like an intruder.

Clearly, there were deep feelings between Xiao Ning and the Little Medical Fairy, and Xiao Ning was determined to protect her.

Xiao Yan couldn't help but feel out of place in this emotional exchange.

When Xiao Ning finally paused in his explanation, Xiao Yan took the opportunity to speak up, trying to defuse the situation.

"Alright, alright, I'm done with this,I didn't mean to interfere with your business.

My head is about to explode from all this talking."

Seeing Xiao Yan's frustrated expression, Xiao Ning chuckled and decided to stop lecturing.

"I won't keep you,you can take care of yourselves."

As Xiao Yan prepared to leave, he suddenly remembered something and turned back to ask casually, "How is that woman in white?"

Xiao Ning laughed lightly.

Recalling his time in the cave, he shrugged and said, "What else? After recovering from her injuries, she left on her own."

Xiao Yan rubbed his hands together, a look of envy on his face as he stared at Xiao Ning.

"Cousin Xiao Ning, you really struck gold this time, didn't you?"

His comment wasn't about the woman in white but rather about Xiao Ning's solo raid on the Amethyst Winged Lion King's cave.

As a sixth-tier magical beast, the Amethyst Winged Lion King's hoard must be impressive.

Xiao Yan felt a pang of jealousy, wishing he had been the one to discover the treasure.

In the original story, this opportunity should have been his.

Xiao Ning smiled slightly and replied, "It was quite risky.

If I had been discovered by the Amethyst Winged Lion King, you might never have seen me again."

Xiao Yan, undeterred, responded, "Fortune favors the bold. If you don't take risks, how can you gain treasure?"

Curious, he asked, "What did you find in the Amethyst Winged Lion King's cave? Can I see it?"

Although Xiao Yan didn't intend to take anything by force, his curiosity was piqued.

The hoard of a sixth-level magical beast would be incredibly valuable.

"Oh, it's nothing much," Xiao Ning said, preparing to refuse. But then he had a thought and looked at Xiao Yan with a grin. "Have you ever heard of the 'Amethyst Source'?"

Xiao Yan scratched his head, unfamiliar with the term. However, he knew that just because he hadn't heard of it didn't mean it wasn't important.

An old voice echoed in Xiao Yan's mind with a hint of amazement.

"A source of associated amethyst? This guy actually found one?"

Xiao Yan's curiosity grew.

"Teacher, what is this Amethyst Source?"

Yao Lao, surprised, explained, "The Amethyst Winged Lion King is a rare beast with extraordinary abilities. Occasionally, such beasts produce an Amethyst Source, which is a valuable treasure.

This source contains pure energy that can help a fourth-tier beast become a fifth-tier one and enhance its abilities."

"Back then, I searched the caves of eight Amethyst Winged Lion Kings but never found such a treasure,I didn't expect Xiao Ning to be so lucky."

As Yao Lao spoke, Xiao Yan's excitement turned to envy. "Cousin Xiao Ning is really fortunate to have found such a treasure."

Xiao Ning, smiling mysteriously, raised two fingers and said, "Would you like two bottles of Amethyst Source? I can give them to you."

Xiao Yan was initially excited but then paused.

He asked, "Cousin Xiao Ning, what's the catch?"

Familiar with Xiao Ning's tendency to offer benefits in exchange for something, Xiao Yan was prepared for a deal. He watched Xiao Ning closely, expecting that the offer came with conditions.