"Bubu! What nonsense are you spouting!"
Yun Ze had no idea what Bubu had discussed with the old man, nor how many secrets Bubu possessed. However, he understood that Bubu was no match for the old man before them.
If the old man were to feel disgusted by her current attitude, he could obliterate them with a flick of his finger.
"Heh."
The old beggar let out a cold laugh and turned to Bubu, "Little girl, are you speaking to me?"
Instantly!
The profound energy between heaven and earth became violent and restless, as if in response to the old beggar's actions.
Yun Ze's heart trembled!
Was this the realm of immortals?
If the old man had displayed such an aura towards him earlier, he might not have lasted even a second, perhaps collapsing to the ground like a puddle of mud.
But now...
Yun Ze immediately stepped forward, blocking Bubu. Enduring the oppressive aura, his body was forced to bend, and he apologized to the old beggar, "Senior, please calm your anger! Bubu did not mean it intentionally, I am willing to..."
"I did it intentionally."
Bubu's voice sounded calmly, interrupting Yun Ze's words. She stepped aside, looking up at the old beggar before her, "Little thing, you desire those two jade pieces, but have you considered if your current cultivation is sufficient to bear them?"
The old beggar sneered, "A joke! If I cannot bear it, then this brat can?"
"With me by his side, he can bear it!"
"Heh, you have just reincarnated and dare to speak so boldly?"
As the old beggar spoke, he leaned forward and placed a hand on Yun Ze's shoulder, rendering him immobile. He then looked down at Bubu, "If I were to send you back to reincarnation right now, you would have no further chance to cultivate again."
Bubu did not retreat an inch. A slight curve formed on her lips, and for the first time, a smile appeared.
"Hmm, you still have a chance."
The old beggar's expression changed drastically!
He did indeed have a chance.
With his current cultivation, reincarnation was not difficult, but the prerequisite for reincarnation was... death!
This girl is threatening me!
With her status as a reincarnated being, not even having reached the first level of Qi Condensation, how dare she threaten me!
Unless... Master!
After their previous conversation, it was confirmed that this little girl was not his Master's reincarnation, nor was she his rumored senior sister.
But no one knew how many trump cards his Master held. Perhaps she was indeed a hidden pawn left by his Master beside the Immortal Jade.
If that were the case, once this brat gave him the Immortal Jade, he could check the immortal calendar and see which day was suitable for reincarnation.
However, he had now revealed his intentions towards the Immortal Jade, and his Master might also find out through other channels. Rather than remaining silent, it was better to... seize the treasure first!
By taking control of the Immortal Jade, he would at least have a sliver of hope!
Perhaps he could even use this Immortal Jade to pursue higher realms, and even make his Master dare not seek him out!
"Have you decided?"
Bubu's voice rang out again, abruptly interrupting the old beggar's thoughts.
The old beggar turned to look at the two, a hint of killing intent hidden in his eyes, clearly having given Bubu his answer.
Yet, Bubu showed no fear. Instead, she took a step forward, drawing even closer to the old beggar, "You want to kill us, and we cannot resist. However, you must also remember one thing..."
At this point, the distance between them was less than a fist.
This distance was too close, whether for an immortal or an ordinary person!
Yun Ze tilted his head, looking at the delicate, youthful face and the old, rough one, feeling a peculiar contrast. He also wanted to hear the words Bubu was about to utter.
The old beggar did not attack, nor did he retreat. He simply asked, "What words?"
"No one can truly possess the Immortal Jade. Everyone is merely its custodian."
Bubu raised her hand and placed it on the old beggar's face, patting it twice. A hint of disdain played on her lips.
"You, how many days can you keep it?"
The old beggar stopped speaking, his entire being falling into silence.
Though enraged, he had to admit the truth of Bubu's words.
Indeed, even his Master, a being of immense power, had mysteriously disappeared after obtaining the Immortal Jade, perhaps even perishing.
If he were to seize the Immortal Jade, how long could he keep it?
But why could this brat possess it?
Both his Master and this mysterious reincarnated being had placed their bets on him.
They allowed their family to be the custodians of these two Immortal Jades, yet did not impart immortal techniques, instead waiting for him to enter the fray before teaching him?
What was the reason for all this?
"Some things are better left unknown."
Bubu's eyes seemed to pierce through people's hearts. As the old beggar's killing intent dissipated, she naturally took two steps back, maintaining a normal distance from him.
It was as if she had never taken his threat seriously.
"Continue with what you need to do."
Bubu said to the old beggar, then turned to Yun Ze, saying, "Remember, no matter who asks, do not hand over the Immortal Jade, nor reveal its existence to any fourth person.
Do you understand?"
Yun Ze was stunned by her words, only managing to nod silently.
He had never imagined Bubu's influence to be so great!
Although he hadn't fully understood their conversation, he could infer from the fragmented words that Bubu had gained the upper hand.
"That's good."
Bubu replied, then turned to walk out of the He Mansion, "Let's go, we'll talk about some things when we get back to the inn."
The old beggar said nothing further, silently following behind Bubu, and Yun Ze hurried after them.
Seeing the three approaching, the waiter stepped forward, ready to ask Yun Ze what he should do next.
Yun Ze gave him a look, signaling him not to speak.
The old beggar glanced at him and spoke first, "You handle matters here first. After you're done, return to the inn, and I will tell you about cultivation."
"Yes."
Yun Ze replied, watching the old beggar and Bubu disappear from his sight.
Only when they were gone did he finally exhale, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.
It was understandable that the old gentleman could give him such a feeling, but Bubu, since her last period of unconsciousness, gave him no less of that feeling.
He couldn't help but recall the scene just now. When the eyes of the old man and the young girl clashed, he truly felt as if he were about to be torn apart.
"Immortal Yun?"
The waiter's voice sounded again, and he waved his hand in front of Yun Ze's eyes, "What about these children..."
Yun Ze snapped back to reality and looked at the children whose souls had been extracted. He frowned.
He had originally thought these children were merely stunned, but he hadn't expected their souls to be extracted.
It was clearly impossible for them to recover.
"...Take them back to the inn first."
Yun Ze remained silent for a moment, then finally spoke.
He looked up at the small path leading to the backyard of the He Mansion, and then glanced at the stone path leading to the main gate.
The former would allow him to eradicate the He family completely and seize the treasures accumulated by the He Mansion over the years.
The latter would mark the end of his revenge against the He family, and he would then leave to find the old gentleman and learn about true immortals.
The former, or the latter?