In Aotian's eyes stood a young man who appeared to be around seventeen or eighteen years old.
The young man was dressed in a black robe, his face radiant, gazing at Snow Qincheng with eyes full of admiration. This admiration made Aotian feel quite displeased.
“Xue Qingcheng, I just came out of seclusion today, and I didn't expect to run into you right away. We really are fated to meet,” the young man said as he jogged up to Snow Qincheng, speaking in a flattering manner.
Snow Qincheng showed an expression of impatience and said, “Fan Jian, I’ve told you before that I don’t like you. Please stop pestering me!”
“Xue Qingcheng, my feelings for you are as deep as the heavens can witness…”
“Hey, who the hell are you? Why are you acting like a stubborn gum? Didn’t you hear Xue Qingcheng say she doesn’t like you?!” Aotian stepped in front of Snow Qincheng, interrupting Fan Jian's unfinished words as he saw this guy getting more outrageous.
Fan Jian paused, his dark gaze sizing up Aotian, and frowned as he said, “Who are you? How dare you call Xue Qingcheng by her name?!”
“Hmph, listen carefully, kid. Xue Qingcheng is my girlfriend, Aotian. Why can’t I call her that? You keep calling her Xue Qingcheng, don’t you fear that I’ll tear you apart?!” Aotian said, feigning ferocity.
Since they were in the Trading Hall, fighting was not allowed; otherwise, Aotian would have already torn apart this guy who was disrespecting his girlfriend. The name Aotian was well-known in the current Xuantian Academy, so he introduced himself in hopes that this guy named Fan Jian would back off.
Aotian sensed that Fan Jian's cultivation was only at the sixth level of the innate stage. If he knew Aotian's identity, he would surely run far away. But unexpectedly, he uttered something that left Aotian speechless:
“Aotian? Is that famous? Kid, you'd better get lost if you know what's good for you. I’m a member of the Mo Association!”
"Damn it! Is this guy really a Student of Xuantian Academy? He doesn't even know my famous name? Moreover, the Ink Society and I are like fire and water, yet this guy dares to threaten me with the Ink Society? Has he lost his mind?!"
Aotian couldn't help but feel frustrated.
At this moment, the commotion between Aotian and Fan Jian was getting louder, and many people had already noticed the disturbance. Naturally, their conversation was overheard by the crowd.
Suddenly, gasps of surprise erupted from the crowd:
"Is that Aotian, ranked tenth in the Inner Courtyard Rankings? He really is quite handsome."
"Fan Jian from the Ink Society actually dared to provoke Senior Aotian; he truly doesn't know how to stay alive."
"Exactly, even Wang Jie, the Number Two figure of the Ink Society, suffered under Senior Aotian's hands. This Fan Jian is just a small fry; how dare he be so arrogant?!"
The surrounding discussions inevitably reached Fan Jian's ears, and his expression grew increasingly grim. Especially after hearing that Wang Jie had been at a disadvantage against Aotian, his face instantly turned to one of despair.
He looked as if he had just learned about Aotian's "great deeds."
Seeing Fan Jian's expression worsen, Aotian chuckled lightly and said, "What's wrong, Fan Jian? Do you still want to compete with me?"
Fan Jian's expression changed unpredictably. He then fixed his gaze on Xue Qingcheng and said seriously, "Xue Qingcheng, have you really become Aotian's girlfriend? If you admit it yourself, then I, Fan Jian, will never bother you again!"
Snow Qincheng was momentarily taken aback, then nodded heavily, her eyes filled with affection as she gazed at Aotian. She looked just like a lovesick woman.
At that moment, the surrounding gasps grew more intense:
"Oh my! Ice Snow Sword Immortal Snow Qincheng is actually Aotian's girlfriend?!"
"This is another explosive piece of news; spread it quickly, many will be shocked."
"Oh no! My goddess, have you really abandoned me like this..."
Regardless of how the crowd discussed Aotian and Snow Qincheng, Fan Jian shook his head in sorrow after hearing Snow Qincheng's admission.
He then turned and walked out of the Trading Hall:
"Xue Qingcheng, don't worry, from now on, I will no longer appear before you."
However, no one noticed the mocking look that flashed in Fan Jian's eyes after he turned away.
Aotian and Snow Qincheng exchanged a glance, then held hands and walked towards a nearby shop made of Purple Stone...
Outside the Trading Hall, Fan Jian stood respectfully behind a young man. This young man was none other than Mokusheng, the brother of Mo Gang, who had caused trouble for Aotian and Snow Qincheng not long ago outside Xuantian Academy.
"How did it go with what I asked you to do?" Mokusheng asked, staring intently at Fan Jian.
"Don't worry, within a few hours, the news that Snow Qincheng is Aotian's girlfriend will spread throughout Xuantian Academy," Fan Jian replied respectfully.
"Very well, you go to the Sky Garment Gang in person and discuss this matter with their Vice Leader. I believe the Sky Garment Gang will be very interested," Mokusheng said with a sinister expression.
"Rest assured, no matter how capable Aotian is, if he offends both the Mo Association and the Sky Garment Gang at the same time, there will be no place for him in the vast Xuantian Academy!" Fan Jian replied coldly.
Immediately, Fan Jian headed towards a tall building in Xuantian Academy.
"Kekeke, Aotian, although my brother won't be able to deal with you until three months later, I won't let you have an easy time during these three months..."
Although Mokusheng's strength was not impressive, his insidiousness was certainly not lacking.
The Sky Garment Gang was a colossal force within Xuantian Academy, rivaling the Mo Association. If these two truly joined forces against Aotian, he would likely find himself in a dire situation.
The news about Ice Snow Sword Immortal Snow Qincheng being Aotian's girlfriend spread like wildfire from the Trading Hall and became common knowledge throughout Xuantian Academy within just a few hours...
Deep within Xuantian Academy, in that grand hall, were still Xue Haoyang and Lin Chaoqun.
"I didn't expect Xue Qingcheng to actually fall for that kid," Xue Haoyang sighed after a long pause.
"Wei Tianyi probably won't let Aotian off easily," Lin Chaoqun said helplessly.
At this moment, these two giants of Xuantian Academy found themselves at a loss for words. Aotian had truly stirred up trouble; within just a few days of joining the academy, he had offended both the most powerful factions.
"I'm not worried about Wei Tianyi; I'm more concerned about that one from the Ice River Sect..." Xue Haoyang said, rubbing his forehead in distress.
Lin Chaoqun paused slightly before shaking his head helplessly, unsure of what to say.
"Forget it, just try to keep the news under wraps and don't let it leak out of Xuantian Academy. If that guy from Ice River Sect finds out, he's likely to cause trouble again," Xue Haoyang said solemnly.
"Dean, you can't hide the fire with paper forever. If Ice River Sect goes too far, we should teach them a lesson to let the other factions know who really rules Fengyun Nation!" Lin Chaoqun's tone carried a hint of ruthlessness.
A glint flashed in Xue Haoyang's eyes as he replied, "Don't provoke Ice River Sect until the last moment. If they truly refuse to recognize the situation, then..."
As he spoke, a layer of killing intent spread across Xue Haoyang's face.
Lin Chaoqun nodded and then exited the main hall.
"Sigh, I hope Underworld Society doesn't cause me any trouble at this time..."
In the Trading Hall, Aotian was still excitedly browsing shops with Snow Qincheng, completely unaware that a massive storm was about to unfold around him...
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