Chapter 82

As the cherry blossoms danced in the wind, Misaki opened the old diary and read the words of promise written there.

Xiaoming stood at the classroom door, took a deep breath, and firmly gripped the secret letter from his mother.

Iron Rong'er, with her icy skin and jade-like bones, had skin as smooth as congealed fat, so delicate it seemed it could be pierced by a gentle touch. She now walked gracefully, her long, fair legs moving beneath the thin, light veil. A closer look revealed her slender, white legs, straight and captivating.

The young girl's beautiful eyes blinked, and her gaze flickered. As she approached the inner room, a hint of shyness appeared on her delicate face, and she paused, showing a bit of hesitation. However, after a brief pause, she bit her lip, as if making a great decision, and continued forward.

"What is she doing?" With his soul power, Xiao Yun could see all of Iron Rong'er's emotional fluctuations.

The girl's mysterious actions left him puzzled.

Iron Rong'er approached, her clothing thin and a light veil draped over her. As she moved, the light veil fluttered in the wind, revealing her breathtakingly beautiful, long, fair legs. She approached Xiao Yun, who was sitting cross-legged on the bed, her eyes flickering like a gentle spring breeze, stirring the heart.

Xiao Yun's soul was almost in a daze. Seeing the beautiful and alluring Iron Rong'er, the evil fire within him grew even stronger. By now, he knew what he had inhaled earlier.

It must have been some kind of evil poison.

Iron Rong'er moved closer to Xiao Yun, a faint, sweet fragrance emanating from her, enveloping the heart and soul. It felt like spring had arrived, bringing to mind all sorts of beautiful things and making one want to forget all troubles.

Iron Rong'er sat on the edge of the bed, her beautiful eyes blinking, seductive and captivating. She took a light breath and reached out her hand to brush a strand of hair from the young man's forehead. The simple, elegant gesture was mesmerizing, unknowingly capturing the heart.

"What are you doing?" Xiao Yun frowned, struggling to control the evil fire within him, using his martial soul to counteract it.

"Are you uncomfortable, Master Xiao?" Iron Rong'er smiled, her beauty surpassing that of the moon, and she touched the young man's cheek with her jade-like fingers, then let them slide down his neck, the sensation causing his soul to tremble.

The simple touch made the evil fire within Xiao Yun grow even more intense. It was only because of his powerful soul that he hadn't lost his mind. Even so, it was difficult to resist such allure, for the beauty before him was truly captivating.

"Did you poison me?" Xiao Yun asked, his eyes filled with confusion.

"What does it matter?" Iron Rong'er smiled faintly, suddenly standing up and smoothing her black hair. Then, the light veil slipped off, revealing a perfect, slender, and fair body.

Xiao Yun tried his best to use his martial soul to counteract the poison. After a sigh, he stood up and draped the light veil over Iron Rong'er's body.

Iron Rong'er was slightly taken aback, her lively eyes showing a hint of surprise.

It was hard to imagine that Xiao Yun could remain so calm.

"Actually, you don't have to do this," Xiao Yun said, looking at the beauty before him. "Since I've agreed to save your clan, I will do it."

"I don't just want you to save my clan; I also want you to help us deal with the Qi family," Iron Rong'er said, her eyes narrowing. "I want them to pay for what they've done. My clan cannot die in vain, and my brother cannot be stripped of his cultivation without retribution."

"You don't have to offer yourself in return," Xiao Yun said. "I've already made an agreement with your uncle."

Seeing the girl's actions, Xiao Yun felt a strange sense of sorrow.

He understood Iron Rong'er's current state of mind.

With her family in crisis, she was trying to grasp the last thread of hope.

All for the future of her clan.

Though selfless, it was also tragic.

"I know," Iron Rong'er smiled, her eyes fixed on the young man, seductive and captivating.

"You know?" Xiao Yun was taken aback. If she knew, he couldn't understand why she was still doing this.

"If there's a bit of selfishness in this, would you look down on me?" Iron Rong'er said with a hint of self-mockery.

This made Xiao Yun even more confused.

Besides making him help the Iron family, what other selfishness could there be?

"When you first helped my clan, I was deeply grateful and secretly pledged my heart to you. But I knew you were a person of great talent, not a mere fish in a pond, destined to soar to the heavens. I was just a passing figure in your life, so I buried my feelings deep within. Now, it's the perfect time. Giving myself to you will fulfill my wish," Iron Rong'er said with a self-mocking smile. "Of course, if you can take care of the Iron family because of this, that would be the best outcome."

The girl's eyes darted, but from her self-mocking tone, one could hear a hint of genuine emotion.

Xiao Yun couldn't help but take a deep breath.

"I won't stay in the Fengyue Kingdom for long," Xiao Yun sighed. "I'm going to join the Tianyuan Sect, and that's not my final destination. If we meet again, it will be a long time from now. What you're doing will only hurt yourself."

"I know," Iron Rong'er said. "What does it matter? If you remember me, I'll be overjoyed. Even if you forget me, I'll guard this brief memory alone. You will be my first and last man."

Hearing the girl's bitter words, Xiao Yun didn't know what to say.

This time, his goal was clear: to enhance his strength and become a core disciple of the Tianyuan Sect.

This would resolve the danger from the Qiu family.

After joining the Tianyuan Sect, he would search for his father.

Whether it was his father trapped in the Heavenly Capital Domain or his unknown mother, they were always on his mind.

And Xiao Ling'er was there too; he had to keep getting stronger.

"Don't worry, I'll help you resolve the Iron family's crisis this time," Xiao Yun said, taking a deep breath. "If we have the chance to meet again, I hope we can. But I can't predict the future, so I won't make any promises."

"Your words are enough," Iron Rong'er said, her breath like a fragrant breeze, her eyes blinking as she stared at the young man.

Xiao Yun's eyes showed pity, and he didn't know what to say to Iron Rong'er.

Though the girl said she had feelings for him, it was also a desperate move, mostly hoping he would help the Iron family in this crisis. Her selflessness was admirable, so Xiao Yun didn't look down on or despise her.

For life, for family, and for the clan, many people often have no choice.

This was the sorrow of the weak.

So, one must become strong. Only strength is the way.

Xiao Yun's heart for strength grew even stronger.

Iron Rong'er raised her hand and took out an object.

It was a small, crimson iron token, no larger than a palm, but it felt incredibly heavy in her hand. A scorching aura emanated from it.

"This is the Heavenly Flame Token," Iron Rong'er said, handing it to Xiao Yun. "A few months ago, an elder in our clan accidentally discovered some information about the Heavenly Flame Legacy and found some clues about the scattered Heavenly Flame Tokens."

Xiao Yun took the Heavenly Flame Token and used his soul power to sense it, discovering its extraordinary nature.

The token, no larger than a palm, was engraved with intricate patterns, appearing mysterious. Using his soul power, he could faintly sense that it contained a vast inner world. Clearly, the Heavenly Flame Legacy was not simple, and entering it would be a great opportunity.

"Our Iron family no longer needs this, and it might bring disaster. It's better for you to have it," Iron Rong'er said with a smile.

"This is indeed extraordinary," Xiao Yun nodded. From the aura, the Heavenly Flame Legacy must have been left by a powerful being. Gaining its inheritance would be a chance for his Purple Flame Martial Soul to advance.

"Here is a map showing the location of the Heavenly Flame Legacy," Iron Rong'er said, taking out a map. "According to the map, the best time to enter the Heavenly Flame Legacy will be soon."

Xiao Yun took the map, feeling very pleased.

With strength, he would have a solid foundation when traveling outside.

"Thank you," Xiao Yun said.

Iron Rong'er smiled, not saying much, but with a hint of sadness, she stared at the young man.

She knew their time together wouldn't be long.