Dragon Hermit

Chapter 92: Counterattack

As Xia Yan pondered over this, the wooden box was opened. There was only a jade sculpture of Buddha placed within the box, but this sculpture had a sparkling and verdant green color, and even an amateur could discern clearly that it was a priceless ornament carved out of top-grade jadeite.

Wow! Is it imperial jadeite again? A gold-digger shouted.

Its surely so, only imperial jadeite is so beautiful, someone said.

Its a pity. Miss Xueer is already wearing a necklace made out of imperial jadeite. Her necklace has so many beads made out of jadeite. So, its surely more precious than this jade sculpture of Buddha, isnt it?

But a jade sculpture of Buddha can protect her from evil spirits and ensure her safety, and if I have to go out with only one of them, then Ill surely pick the jade sculpture of Buddha.

Youre right.

The crowd discussed it spiritedly, while Xia Yan furrowed his brows. When this jade sculpture of Buddha got taken out, that impure Undead Elements aura turned so dense that it was already on par with the one in Sheng Hospital.

But, the Undead Element in the hospital was very pure, and it had already been purified by the Red Cross and wouldnt inflict any harm on people. As for this jade sculpture of Buddha, if one wore it around his neck, then he would suffer a mishap within a day.

Hehe, what a coincidence. Two people gave her a jade sculpture of Buddha. But there is a large disparity between them. If I was in his place, Id be too embarrassed to gift anyone this trash, The alluring woman next to Zhou Yi said sweetly and directed the crowds attention toward Xia Yan again.

They all looked at the greenish-white ordinary jade sculpture of Buddha in Xia Yans hand before they looked at the precious imperial jadeites sculpture in Xie Zhengs hand, and many of them started laughing right away.

Shoddy goods should be discarded, Zhou Yi said and sighed.

Liu Xueer was so infuriated that her pretty face turned pale. She was very afraid that Xia Yan would take offense, and this wasnt simply because the Liu family needed his help, it was mainly because she was afraid that her relationship with Xia Yan would be ruined by this trifling affair.

But when she took a look at Xia Yans face, she noticed that he still wore a serene look as usual. She relaxed then and said to Xie Zheng, Young Master Zheng, this jade sculpture is too precious and I cant accept it. Please take it back!

It seemed that Xie Zheng had already expected such a reply and he said with a smile, Its only a trifling jade sculpture, and its anything but precious to the Liu family. Miss Xueer, you really know how to joke.

By the way, this jade sculpture of Buddha has been crafted by a master sculptor, and I wonder whether you have heard about Han Yidao and One-Knife School? Xie Zheng spoke again.

Who is Han Yidao?

One-Knife School sounds so cool, as if its a name taken out of a martial arts novel.

Whats One-Knife School?

The people started another spirited discussion, while Xia Yan was observing the jade sculpture carefully and he noticed some familiar-looking lines on it.

[Is it really a work of my master?]

Young Master Zheng, I still cant Liu Xueer was about to refuse it, but Xia Yan suddenly spoke. Miss Xueer, this is their birthday gift for you, so just take it and give him due respect.

Xia Yan, didnt you say Liu Xueer looked in surprise at Xia Yan. Didnt he tell them a while ago not to accept any gifts from Xie Zheng? Why did he change his opinion?

Miss Xueer, take it, Xia Yan nodded at her and spoke again.

Thats right, Miss Xueer, please accept it and dont hurt my fragile feelings, Xie Zheng wasnt aware why Xia Yan spoke suddenly to persuade Liu Xueer, but he didnt really care as sending the gift was his visits sole objective.

Young Master Zheng, Ill have to thank you for your gift, Liu Xueer hesitated only for half a second before she decided to trust Xia Yan and she stretched her hand to receive the jade sculpture in Xie Zhengs hand.

Wait! Xia Yan spoke again suddenly.

Whats the matter? Liu Xueer was surprised and she quickly pulled back her hand.

Miss Xueer, since I have taken out my gift first, then shouldnt you take mine? Xia Yan handed over the jade sculpture in his hands to her.

Okay! Liu Xueer rolled her pretty eyes and took off the imperial jadeite necklace with a smile. She handed it over to Dong Feng and said, Third Cousin, Ill have to trouble you with holding onto it for me.

Fine, Dong Feng received it and held it carefully. He was very afraid that this priceless treasure would slip out of his hand and be broken apart. As for Yan Xiaoqing, who was next to him, she stared fixedly at the necklace and her envy and jealousy were apparent on her face.

Xia Yan, can you help me wear this jade ornament? Liu Xueer walked over to Xia Yan, lowered her head, and spoke.

Xia Yans heart skipped a beat. He could clearly smell a sweet fragrance and see even the light hair on her forelock.

Liu Xueers actions surprised everyone. They had all discerned clearly that Liu Xueers relationship with Xia Yan was anything but ordinary, but they didnt expect that they were already so close.

She had asked a man to help her wear an ornament around her neck, and this was an intimate gesture done only by lovers.

But, upon observing them further, they didnt seem like lovers, and it was especially the case since Xia Yan seemed so surprised. Could it be that the Liu familys young miss was pursuing Xia Yan and she expressed her love for him with this gesture?

How could this happen? Someone with Liu Xueers eminent status could pick any boyfriend she wanted. So, why did she fancy this ordinary-looking student?

In the crowd, Wen Yipin was the most disturbed person; he was both startled and infuriated. He had always pursued Liu Xueer, and the Liu familys colossal industry was obviously his main objective, but Liu Xueer still never responded to his feelings.

But even if Liu Xueer didnt accept him for now, he believed that as long as he worked hard, he would get his hands on her, and the crux was preventing anyone from snatching Liu Xueer from him.

However, it was obvious that Liu Xueer had already been snatched by the con artist Xia Yan, and Wen Yipin couldnt help but look at Xia Yan murderously.

It was a pity that he had already forgotten what happened in the Computer Plazas parking lot, or else he would have understood that Xia Yan wasnt someone to be trifled with.

Fine, Miss Xueer, Xia Yan hesitated only for a moment before he raised the hair around her nape in order to coil the jade sculptures red string around Liu Xueers neck. As he ran his fingers through her smooth and silky hair, his heart couldnt help but flutter.

When the jade sculpture of Buddha came in touch with Liu Xueers skin, she felt a refreshing air invading her body and it spread toward her limbs. She felt comfortable all over, while her mind got brighter and sharper.

Xia Yan, is this jade sculpture of Buddha also Liu Xueer shouted in delight.

Thats right, Miss Xueer, Xia Yan nodded and said with a smile. If its possible, dont ever take it off.

Wow! Several women close to Liu Xueer shouted. This scene was too romantic, and those were sweet words one could hear only in drama series.

[They confessed love in public and made a public display of affection. Is this alright?]

Outside the crowd, Qi Ziyu had just exchanged several words with two stars and was about to leave, yet she sighted upon Xia Yan helping Liu Xueer wear the necklace, and she also got to hear Xia Yans statement, which wasnt any different than a love confession. She stopped in her place and her smile stiffened, while bewildering jealousy welled up in her heart.

She couldnt help but think about how she ran out of the campus with him hand-in-hand, how they ate noodles in a noodle shop and fought against their enemies But, she quickly came back to her senses and was surprised by her own feelings. [Why do I have such feelings? Could it be that]