Grinding Cultivation Toward Martial Saint-Chapter 296 - 30 Staying at Xie Xiaojius Home_2

Chapter 296: Chapter 30 Staying at Xie Xiaojiu’s Home_2

Chapter 296 -30 Staying at Xie Xiaojiu’s Home_2

His black hair was simply tied at the back of his head, the ends slightly dampened.

Wisps of mist-like vapor continuously rose from Jiang Ning’s body.

The water beside him stirred slightly.

“He’s still training!”

“No wonder his strength is so formidable!”

“With talent superior to mine and efforts akin to foregoing sleep and food!”

Xie Xiaojiu silently thought to herself as she watched the scene unfold before her.

A sense of admiration stirred within her.

Since knowing Jiang Ning, every time she saw him, he was training.

Such relentless and unwavering dedication was something she hadn’t managed to achieve even during her most difficult years.

Moreover, Jiang Ning had now transcended social layers, becoming an eminent figure in Luoshui County.

She knew that in the Xie family, even her own father discreetly advised her to follow Jiang Ning closely.

He even hinted that she should dedicate herself to him in some ways.

Thinking of those words, Xie Xiaojiu was momentarily at a loss for words.

But this also showed how high Jiang Ning’s status was.

One of the three major families of Luoshui County, the Cao family, had completely fallen into Jiang Ning’s hands.

Under such circumstances, who wouldn’t be fearful?

Yet with such status and life, Jiang Ning did not indulge in the pleasures of life but continued to train and cultivate.

This was what Xie Xiaojiu admired the most.

…

Afterward,

Xie Xiaojiu quietly stood aside, waiting for Jiang Ning to finish his training.

The distant horizon’s sunset gradually dipped behind the mountains.

The warm red sunlight bathed the courtyard.

A gentle breeze swept by, reflecting shimmering red light on the water surface.

Even at this time of day, the wind that blew from afar still carried rolling heat waves that caused sweat to form on one’s forehead.

“How long have you been here!” Jiang Ning slowly opened his eyes.

“Commander, not long, just under half a cup of tea time!” Xie Xiaojiu replied.

Jiang Ning nodded, then asked, “Is there any news on Liu Linmen?”

“Yes!” Xie Xiaojiu nodded vigorously.

Gurgle —

Xie Xiaojiu suddenly blushed.

Hearing the sound of hunger from Xie Xiaojiu’s stomach, Jiang Ning couldn’t help but smile slightly.

He then stood up from the pool of water.

Splashing—

Water cascaded down his body and fell into the pool, causing ripples to bloom.

“Let’s go, we’ll talk over a meal,” Jiang Ning, his powerful muscles flexing under his skin, shook off the water drops that clung to him.

“Commander, change your clothes, I’ll wait outside!” Xie Xiaojiu blushed, quickly turned, and fled.

Jiang Ning paused, then laughed.

Xie Xiaojiu thought he needed to change, but he really did not.

Jiang Ning’s thoughts shifted, instantly transferring the water in his trunks aside.

Then he picked up his clothes laid on the faux rocks nearby and dressed.

…

Wangjiang Building.

Gentle breezes over the lake caused ripples to dance.

This place was very close to the Inspection Office, only a street away.

Jiang Ning and Xie Xiaojiu sat by the window on the second floor.

“Speak!” Jiang Ning glanced out the window, instantly feeling refreshed.

“Commander, according to the intelligence received today, there was no significant activity from the Yellow Heaven Sect and others. However, someone went out to buy some herbs for treating eye conditions,” Xie Xiaojiu reported.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ning pondered.

“Did Liu Linmen go out?”

Xie Xiaojiu replied, “The person watching outside didn’t see him.”

Jiang Ning nodded slightly.

He thought to himself that the injuries I inflicted on Liu Linmen’s eyes that night were not so easily healed.

After pondering for a moment, Jiang Ning instructed, “Continue watching closely. Do not overlook anyone coming in or going out.”

“Understood!” Xie Xiaojiu nodded vigorously.

At that moment,

“Sir, your dishes and wine are here!” a servant carrying a tray approached Jiang Ning by the window.

“Let’s eat first!” Jiang Ning glanced and spoke.

“Yes, sir!” Xie Xiaojiu nodded repeatedly.

…

Night fell.

The two left the tavern.

“Sir, do you really want to come home with me?” Xie Xiaojiu asked.

“Yes, I shall stay at your place tonight, and for the next few days as well,” Jiang Ning affirmed with a nod.

“Then… should I inform my father to open the door and welcome you?” Xie Xiaojiu looked at Jiang Ning.

“No need!” Jiang Ning shook his head and continued, “Do not tell anyone about this. Just tell me the exact direction, and I will climb over the wall to find you later.”

“Okay… okay!!” Xie Xiaojiu was stunned for a moment, then nodded.

Along the way,

Neither of them spoke.

Jiang Ning had thought about staying temporarily at the Xie family’s house.

According to Lin Qingyi, that night the Yin God had left its body; it was the handiwork of a Land King from the Yellow Heaven Sect.

This Land King’s Yin God came to Luoshui County and somehow performed miraculous methods to find out that the attack on Liu Linmen was his doing.

So it found him and placed a mark on him.

If Lin Qingyi hadn’t intervened suddenly, his situation would have become much worse.

Even though Lin Qingyi attacked and injured that Yin God, the mark planted on him could not be removed.

In such a situation, as long as Liu Linmen found him and used the Heavenly Eye to observe him, he would be identified as the target.

That’s why Jiang Ning decided not to go home that night.

Before leaving the house during the day, he even alerted his elder brother.

It was too easy for Liu Linmen to find him at his own home under the cover of darkness.

Staying at Xie Xiaojiu’s house was different; it would be hard for Liu Linmen to trace his steps.

He would also be difficult to reach inside the Inspection Office during the day.

Each day’s delay allowed his strength to grow.

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The stronger he became, the safer and more maneuverable he felt.

…

Shortly thereafter,

The two arrived on the street where the Xie Mansion was located.

Standing in a shadowed corner, Jiang Ning watched as Xie Xiaojiu left.

“Miss Nine!”

“Miss Nine!”

Two guards at the door, upon seeing Xie Xiaojiu, bowed respectfully, not daring any delay.

Nowadays, Xie Xiaojiu was regarded with great respect by everyone in the Xie Mansion.

This respect came not only from her strength but also from her status.

After crossing the threshold of the Xie Mansion, Xie Xiaojiu immediately saw a middle-aged man standing in the front courtyard.

“Father!” Xie Xiaojiu said indifferently.

Upon hearing Xie Xiaojiu’s voice, the middle-aged man immediately turned around.

This person was none other than the current Family Head of the Xie family, Xie Zhengtian.

“Little Jiu, you have finally come back!” Xie Zhengtian revealed a kind smile.

He knew he had wronged Xie Xiaojiu and her mother, and he realized Xie Xiaojiu had always hated him for being so heartless towards her mother.

Thus, every time he saw Xie Xiaojiu, he acted exceptionally kind, hoping to foster a better father-daughter relationship.

“Father, are you waiting here specifically for me? Is there something you need?” Xie Xiaojiu asked with a detached expression.

Xie Zhengtian said, “Little Jiu, today you had people tail a group claiming to be from the Yellow Heaven Sect. Was that Commander Jiang’s instruction?”

“Yes!” Xie Xiaojiu nodded.

A look of pleasure immediately emerged on Xie Zhengtian’s face.

“That Commander Jiang frequently assigns tasks to you and personally promoted you to the position of team leader. This clearly indicates his interest in you; you must seize the opportunity!”

“Father, if you’re going to speak like this, I’m going back to sleep!” Xie Xiaojiu said coldly.

Watching Xie Xiaojiu’s retreating figure, Xie Zhengtian couldn’t help but sigh to himself.

As the Family Head, he felt increasingly the strains and turmoil in Luoshui County.

He was well aware of the powerful Yellow Heaven Sect.

Now, the Xie family was evidently being dragged into their affairs.

But this mandate came from Deputy Commander Jiang Ning of the Inspection Office.

Even knowing this, he dared not refuse, nor act contrary to the orders.

The example of the Cao family was clear: dozens had died overnight, and the remainder were to be executed soon after.

Given the same circumstances, the Xie family would face a similar fate with no power to resist.

Unable to avoid it, he now only wished to gamble.

By binding the Xie family to the large ship of Jiang Ning, if Jiang Ning soared, the Xie family could advance further.

But to firmly tie the Xie family to Jiang Ning, the key lay in Xie Xiaojiu.

Talented and spirited young couple.

With just a slight nudge, sparks could easily fly.