Chapter 249 Keeping Secrets
Chapter 249 Keeping Secrets
Liu Xu became more and more nervous, and his heart was in his throat.
"Yes, what's your master's name?" Lou Hui asked curiously.
In fact, he was excited and nervous. He didn't know if she was Ningyi, and he didn't know whether she was willing to see them.
Duan Junlin and Jiang Jingting looked at Liu Xu together. They were equally excited and expectant.
Liu Xu felt creepy when being stared at by these three people, and he didn't know why they suddenly asked about Miss Luo's name.
He changed the subject: "Well...actually, she doesn't admit that she is my master."
"Ah?" Lou Hui blinked, "Then why do you..."
Liu Xu felt a little embarrassed, not knowing how to explain this complicated relationship. "It's just my personal way of calling it that."
Lou Hui didn't seem to notice Liu Xu's concerns and continued to ask, "Oh, so that's how it is. So what's her name?"
Compared to whether she was his master, Lou Hui was not very interested. He just wanted to know whether the 'Miss Luo' was Ningyi.
Faced with Lou Hui's questioning, Liu Xu hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to keep the secret.
He shook his head and replied softly, "I'm sorry, I can't tell you her name for now."
Liu Xu felt somewhat uneasy. He couldn't figure out the relationship between these people and Miss Luo, so he didn't dare to disclose any information about her easily.
What if they are Miss Luo’s enemies, then wouldn’t he be in danger for her?
Although Duan Junlin is his benefactor, Miss Luo is also his benefactor. She took him in and taught him formations. He cannot be ungrateful.
Thinking of this, Liu Xu secretly made up his mind to protect Miss Luo's safety and apologize to Duan Junlin.
"Xiao Hui, since Liu Xu is unwilling to talk, don't question him anymore." Duan Junlin stopped Lou Hui who wanted to continue questioning. This was too unreasonable and not what a gentleman should do.
I originally thought that Liu Xu was a cultivator, but from this point of view, he doesn't seem like it. Instead, the master he mentioned, the woman named Luo, is most likely to be one.
In addition, Luo Ning was refining a pill, which didn't seem like an interstellar woman. Instead, she seemed like someone from his world, so the talisman was most likely made by her.
Liu Xu didn't need to say much, he already had the answer in his heart, and he was even more eager to see her.
Lou Hui was a little unhappy. He frowned and kicked a stone on the roadside hard, as if he was using the stone as a punching bag.
He just wanted a definite answer. Since his brother was Liu Xu's benefactor, what was wrong with asking him the name of his master?
It’s such a simple thing, can’t it outweigh the kindness of saving him?
Jiang Jingting clenched his palms, looking calm on the surface, but his slightly trembling fingertips proved that he was not at peace inside.
He remembered that day when he was at Ye Zhen's house, he accidentally heard the word "talisman" during the conversation between Uncle Ye and Aunt Ye. They said that this was the life-saving weapon given to them by Ning Yi.
Therefore, the "master" Liu Xu mentioned is most likely Ningyi.
But what Lou Hui said just now might have alerted the enemy.
Ningyi was avoiding them in the first place, so why would she let her 'apprentice' lead the way?
If she had known they were coming, she would have definitely hidden herself.
Liu Xu heaved a sigh of relief when he heard Duan Junlin's words, for he was afraid that if he allowed his brother to be so aggressive, he would not know what to do.
He took the initiative to say: "Xiao Hui, didn't you say you wanted to learn talismans? I can teach you now."
Duan Junlin and Jiang Jingting were also interested in talismans, so the three of them followed Liu Xu to learn together.
Because the person being taught was his benefactor, Liu Xu was very patient and taught the three of them all his experiences without reservation.
Lou Hui was the most talented one, and he successfully drew a primary "Red Flame Talisman" in less than twenty minutes.
The name of the talisman was given by Liu Xu. The Red Flame Talisman is an offensive talisman that is relatively difficult to draw successfully. This talisman is used for oneself. After activation, it can unleash the skills of a fire-type mutant within the validity period.
Later on, Lou Hui drew faster and faster, and he could basically draw successfully all the talismans that Liu Xu had invented.
Jiang Jingting's talent was not so good, and he spent a whole star to draw a "galloping talisman" successfully.
The Galloping Talisman is an auxiliary talisman that is used for escaping at critical moments. It can increase your running speed in a short period of time.
Duan Junlin really had no talent for talismans. He studied for an entire afternoon but made no progress at all.
Lou Hui's tone was quite proud, and he patted his chest and said, "Brother, from now on, all the talismans I draw will be given to you."
Duan Junlin raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, and said softly: "Okay, in this case, then let me protect Xiaohui."
Duan Junlin did not feel jealous at all. In fact, his mind had long been tempered to be as steady as a rock.
As early as in his previous life, he knew very well that he did not have much talent for drawing talismans, but he did not feel discouraged or frustrated.
As the saying goes, "Every profession has its own specialty", everyone has their own areas of expertise. Duan Junlin has devoted all his energy and time to the study of combat skills. With his unremitting efforts and outstanding talent, he has become an impressive genius swordsman, dominating the world of immortal cultivators.
Thanks to the experience and memories of his previous life, as well as his own outstanding talents, his strength in this life has increased rapidly like a rocket, and he has nothing to be dissatisfied with.
Liu Xu looked at the way the two brothers got along with each other and couldn't help but reveal a bit of envy.
He couldn't help but miss the days when he lived with his brothers. In order to avoid separation, the five brothers of the Liu family married the same wife.
He is the youngest brother and the one his brothers love the most. His wife is eighteen years older than him. When they registered for marriage, he was not yet an adult, so he did not sleep with his wife.
Later, the wife disappeared...
Duan Junlin looked at the sky getting darker and said, "Brother Liu Xu, I've troubled you to teach us for so long today. Can I treat you to a meal in the central city?"
"No, no! It's too much trouble!" Liu Xu scratched his head, a little embarrassed, "I have to go back. Will I come here to teach you tomorrow?"
Duan Junlin paused for a moment and said in a deep voice: "It's okay, it's just a simple meal, just as a thank you for your teachings."
"Yes, Liu Xu, stay!" Lou Hui said with a smile.
He had a good impression of Liu Xu, and his previous prejudice had disappeared, so he invited him warmly.
Lou Hui was in a very good mood. He was finally no longer a burden. His fighting ability was poor and he had always relied on Duan Junlin for protection. He was actually quite inferior in his heart.
Now that he could draw talismans, he had one more skill. He was grateful to Liu Xu for his generosity and thanked him for his advice.
"That's really not necessary." Liu Xu shook his head and said, "It's getting late. I have to go."
Duan Junlin asked earnestly: "Where do you live? Is it far? Do you need me to take you there?"
Lou Hui blinked his innocent eyes. When did his cold and indifferent elder brother become nosy and even want to give him a ride?
As if he had thought of something, he opened his eyes wide.
Could it be that his brother wanted to use this...
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