BTTH : I am Thunder Emperor

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"Ling Ying, Young Lady…"

Upon hearing the name and title, Mo Yu immediately understood what was going on.

No surprise—the "Young Lady" mentioned by this elder was most likely that little girl Xun'er.

In the original story, Xun'er had been secretly assigned to the Xiao family from a young age by the upper echelons of the Gu Clan. To ensure her safety, a Dou Huang-level guard named Ling Ying was dispatched to protect her.

During the Three-Year Agreement, this very guard showed up at Yun Lan Sect to protect Xiao Yan and ensure his safe escape.

Now, it seemed that Ling Ying had been ordered by Xun'er to protect Xiao Yan again. However, it appeared that his presence had also drawn the attention of She Lao, who had recently experienced a significant boost in strength.

Mo Yu couldn't help but marvel at how the butterfly effect was in full swing.

But since Ling Ying was Xun'er's guard, that meant he was an ally. The hostility Mo Yu initially felt toward Ling Ying slowly faded.

"Elder, the Young Lady you mentioned… Is she Xun'er?" Although he had a strong hunch, Mo Yu kept his expression neutral.

With a slight smile, the old man nodded. "Hehe, yes. Young Lady Xun'er mentioned long ago that Young Master Mo Yu is not only remarkably talented but also wise and insightful. Meeting you today proves her words to be true.

"I am Ling Ying, a clansman of Young Lady Xun'er. Young Master Mo Yu may address me as such."

Ling Ying was slightly taken aback by how quickly Mo Yu had deduced Xun'er's identity.

Xun'er's infiltration of the Xiao family was highly confidential. Even the higher-ups of the Xiao family were unaware of the immense power standing behind her. Yet Mo Yu had figured things out with just a few words—his sharp mind was truly impressive.

"So it's Elder Ling Ying, a clansman of Xun'er. How is Xun'er doing at Jia Nan Academy?" Mo Yu asked with a smile, giving a subtle nod to She Lao to signal that Ling Ying was not a threat.

She Lao, recognizing Mo Yu's signal, retracted his hostility. Although he had no idea why a Dou Huang-level expert treated Mo Yu with such respect, he knew that there was no need to be on guard anymore.

"Young Lady Xun'er is doing well at Jia Nan Academy," Ling Ying replied. "However, something unusual has happened with Young Lady Xiao Yu since she returned to the academy."

"Oh? What happened to Xiao Yu?" Mo Yu asked, a hint of concern in his voice.

Ling Ying chuckled softly. "No need to worry, Young Master Mo Yu. Young Lady Xiao Yu hasn't encountered any danger. However, since returning from Wu Tan City, it seems she's had quite a lucky encounter. Her cultivation has advanced at an astonishing rate. Right now, her fame at the academy nearly rivals that of Young Lady Xun'er."

Hearing this, Mo Yu was momentarily surprised, but he soon smiled knowingly.

Before he had parted ways with Xiao Yu, he had prepared a matching set of Di-tier cultivation techniques and battle skills for her.

His intention had simply been to give Xiao Yu the means to protect herself, but it seemed she had made good use of the opportunity and advanced rapidly. That said, catching up to Xun'er was likely just a bit of polite flattery from Ling Ying.

As for Ling Ying's probing, Mo Yu didn't directly explain the source of Xiao Yu's new techniques. Instead, he shifted the topic.

"Elder Ling Ying, as Xun'er's guard, is there a specific reason you've traveled all the way to the Jia Ma Empire?"

Ling Ying smiled wryly. "There isn't any major issue. Young Lady Xun'er was simply concerned about Xiao Yan's upcoming Three-Year Agreement with the Nalan family's young lady. She feared that he might suffer a disadvantage when facing the Nalan family and Yun Lan Sect. So, she sent me here to provide some support.

"But seeing the powerful figure by your side, Young Master Mo Yu, it seems I may have come in vain. With your help, it's unlikely that Xiao Yan will face any trouble."

Ling Ying glanced cautiously at She Lao, his gaze filled with respect.

A Dou Zun-level expert was a rare and top-tier existence, even among the Gu Clan. And this wasn't just any ordinary Dou Zun—She Lao had the bloodline of the ancient Seven-Winged Purple-Gold Serpent.

Although the Dou Zun in front of him existed only as a soul body and couldn't unleash his full power, his earlier display was terrifying. Even a Dou Zong would struggle against him.

And in the Jia Ma Empire, a Dou Zong was already considered a peak-level powerhouse.

Mo Yu couldn't help but chuckle softly at Ling Ying's words.

Xiao Yan truly was lucky to have someone like Xun'er—a fierce and caring protector.

Even before the Three-Year Agreement had begun, Xun'er had already planned everything to ensure Xiao Yan's safety.

In the original story, if Ling Ying hadn't shown up at Yun Lan Sect, Xiao Yan might not have made it out in one piece.

"Elder Ling Ying, would you like to meet my cousin Xiao Yan? He's also staying at this inn," Mo Yu asked.

"Hehe, no need. Young Lady Xun'er has instructed me not to reveal myself unless absolutely necessary," Ling Ying replied with a smile.

Hearing this, Mo Yu couldn't help but admire Xun'er's deep affection.

She had sent someone to protect Xiao Yan in secret, without asking for recognition. To someone like Mo Yu, who wasn't well-versed in matters of the heart, such selfless love was truly admirable.

"Well, I won't keep you any longer, Elder Ling Ying. As for my cousin Xiao Yan, if he encounters any difficulties, I'll be sure to help him," Mo Yu said with a smile.

"With Young Master Mo Yu around, I believe Xiao Yan won't suffer any setbacks. However, if the Yun Lan Sect dares to send their old fogeys into the fight, this old man can still offer some assistance." Ling Ying chuckled.

Mo Yu raised an eyebrow at Ling Ying's humility.

A Dou Huang-level expert was already considered a decisive force in the Jia Ma Empire. Yet Ling Ying made it sound as if he were no more than a tired old man—such humility was excessive.

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