Chapter 1293: Chapter 1293: Zi Ling’s Instructions
"Instructor Xiao, you want so many spirit crystals, this young man really can’t give them to you."
"Moreover, Senior Sister Zi Ling instructed me not to give you spirit crystals. If you come to ask for them, I’m supposed to report this to her."
Confronted by Xiao Chitai’s request, Lin Chen didn’t outright refuse but instead used Zi Ling as a shield.
Upon hearing Lin Chen’s words, Xiao Chitai’s expression immediately changed.
"Kid, you... you don’t tell that girl about this."
"Alright then, as long as you quietly give me ten thousand low-grade spirit crystals, no matter what trouble you get into in the future, come to me, and I’ll solve it for you. Even if it endangers your life in this Yunlong Heavenly Palace, I’ll handle it."
Xiao Chitai looked at Lin Chen, speaking seriously and puffing out his chest with pride, seeming very confident.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chen immediately pondered, wondering whether Xiao Chitai’s words were true or false.
However, considering Xiao Chitai’s profound cultivation, perhaps this old guy’s words had some truth.
Exchanging ten thousand low-grade spirit crystals for a chance to escape a life-threatening crisis seemed worthwhile no matter how he thought about it.
So Lin Chen decided to take a gamble and immediately took out ten thousand low-grade spirit crystals, placed them in a spatial ring, and tossed it to Xiao Chitai.
"Instructor Xiao, here are ten thousand low-grade spirit crystals. Don’t forget to protect me in the future."
Lin Chen looked at Xiao Chitai and said.
Xiao Chitai caught the spatial ring Lin Chen had thrown over, his face filled with joy, and nodded immediately.
"Don’t worry, young man. I will certainly do it. Just make sure that Zi Ling girl never finds out about this."
Xiao Chitai said lightly.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chen immediately felt confused, not understanding why Instructor Xiao was so afraid of Senior Sister Zi Ling.
So Lin Chen asked.
"Don’t concern yourself with this matter. Just make sure you don’t say anything."
Xiao Chitai looked at Lin Chen, saying seriously, fearing that Lin Chen might leak the matter.
"What are you two talking about at the door so secretively? Is there some unspeakable scheme going on?"
"Lin Chen, I’m telling you, don’t learn bad things from Elder Xiao."
"Lin Chen, has this old guy come to you asking for money?"
While Lin Chen and Xiao Chitai were conversing, a figure suddenly appeared in the corridor outside Lin Chen’s residence. It was Zi Ling who came slowly.
Seeing Zi Ling, Lin Chen was slightly taken aback, thinking to himself that Senior Sister Zi Ling indeed knew Elder Xiao well, directly pointing out Xiao Chitai’s intentions upon arrival.
Xiao Chitai heard this and became somewhat nervous.
Upon hearing Zi Ling’s words, Lin Chen calmly shook his head.
"Senior Sister misunderstood. Instructor Xiao came to inquire about the matter between Senior Brother Cheng and me at the Law Enforcement Hall today, showing concern for us. He told me not to fear those guys from the Heaven Hall; he’ll be protecting me."
Lin Chen looked at Xiao Chitai, who was constantly winking at him, feeling amused and immediately spoke to Zi Ling.
Upon hearing, Zi Ling glanced at Xiao Chitai several times, feeling that this matter was not simple.
"Oh wow, has the sun risen from the west? This old guy actually cares about our disciples from the Yellow Hall. Did I hear correctly? Junior Brother Lin Chen, you must be under his threat, covering up for him."
Zi Ling looked at Lin Chen, narrowing her eyes slightly, and said.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chen awkwardly smiled, thinking to himself whether Senior Sister Zi Ling had seen his dealings with Xiao Chitai earlier and was asking him deliberately now.
"What nonsense are you saying? As a mentor of the Yellow Hall, standing up for my disciples is only natural."
Seeing Lin Chen deep in thought, nearly exposing the truth, Xiao Chitai immediately puffed out his chest and said.
"Hmm, you do remember you are a mentor of the Yellow Hall."
Zi Ling snorted coldly, looking at Xiao Chitai.
Being chastised by Zi Ling like this, Xiao Chitai was suddenly somewhat embarrassed and dared not refute Zi Ling’s words.
Seeing this, Lin Chen felt even more confused, wondering about the relationship between Senior Sister Zi Ling and Instructor Xiao, that Instructor Xiao was so afraid of Senior Sister Zi Ling.
"Since you have matters to discuss, I won’t disturb you."
Xiao Chitai seemed again triggered by his addiction, looking at the two and speaking lightly before quickly leaving.
As Xiao Chitai left, Lin Chen’s gaze returned to Zi Ling.
"Senior Sister Zi Ling, do you have any matters for me?"
Lin Chen looked at Zi Ling and asked.
"What, has Junior Brother hidden beauties in your room and not planning to invite me inside, speaking out here?"
Zi Ling looked at Lin Chen, smiling lightly.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chen was stunned for a moment, not expecting the usually fierce and quick-to-act Senior Sister Zi Ling to joke like this.
"Senior Sister is jesting. I live alone. Please come in quickly, Senior Sister."
Lin Chen made a gesture of invitation, immediately inviting Zi Ling into the room.
Zi Ling nodded and entered Lin Chen’s residence.
"I heard about today’s events. You did very well, really bringing honor to our Yellow Hall."
"Also, you came up with such a money-making scheme. Next time, if such a good opportunity arises, make sure to include Senior Sister. I may not be good at strategizing, but I’m excellent at fighting."
"But this time, your actions likely offended all those guys from the Heaven Hall. They’ll certainly find ways to retaliate against you. Stay in the Yellow Hall for a while and lay low."
"Also, earlier, Elder Xiao likely came to ask for spirit stones, but bumped into me."
"Remember not to give that old man spirit stones for drinking wine. When drunk, he disregards everything. If I find out you gave him spirit stones, I won’t let you off."
Zi Ling looked at Lin Chen and spoke immediately.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chen hurriedly nodded, sweating at heart, and quickly complied.
However, deep down, Lin Chen wanted to say: Senior Sister, you actually came a bit late; Elder Xiao has already asked me for spirit stones.
Thinking this way, Lin Chen felt quite uneasy, hoping Elder Xiao wouldn’t reveal the fact that he had given him spirit stones; otherwise, given Senior Sister Zi Ling’s temper, she’d likely beat him up badly.
After explaining these matters, Zi Ling left.
Subsequently, Lin Chen set aside some spirit stones and gave the rest to the Primordial Myriad Transformation Cauldron to absorb, allowing it to light up the star map within the Second Layer space.