The Invincible Supreme Medical God-Chapter 929 - 509: There Must Be Some Reason

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"I should go and tell the others to prepare," Yan Xiaobao said, but before he could turn around successfully, a small blur appeared in front of them. Before Lao could react, a small fox nestled into Yan Xiaobao's embrace. The fox's eyes were filled with suspicion, scanning the surroundings with those eyes. Yan Xiaobao frowned and gently stroked the fox.

"Is something wrong with Huli?" Yan Xiaobao asked gently. The fox nodded, as it kept turning from side to side in his embrace.

"I know you cannot speak, but tell me, is this about what happened in Muchuan City?" Yan Xiaobao asked, and the fox shook its head. "Is it about going to the Central Palace?" The fox nodded.

"Have you been there before?" he asked, and the fox shook its head once more. With laughter, Yan Xiaobao tousled the fox's fur, looking at her with tender eyes. "Do not worry, Huli; I will be very careful. Besides, you will help protect me."

Just as Yan Xiaobao said that, the door of the building opened, and Rong Liang came in. The moment Huli saw Rong Liang, she froze, revealed her teeth, and her eyes filled with anger. Obviously, she did not like Rong Liang, and her sudden dislike deeply shocked Yan Xiaobao. Yan Xiaobao had never seen her like this before. Although she often showed indifference or complete disinterest in people, she never seemed hostile, especially not like this.

"Calm down," Yan Xiaobao laughed as he patted the fox's head. "It is just Lord Rong. He is the father of Rong Ming and Rong Xing." He explained, but as he looked at the fox in Yan Xiaobao's arms, Rong Liang's smile became stiff.

"What a fierce little beast," Rong Liang said, his voice trembling slightly. His odd behavior made Yan Xiaobao frown; it seemed the man feared his small fox.

While Yan Xiaobao did not know the exact rank of Huli, he understood she was very strong. Traveling beside God, she must be at least a Saint. But due to her lack of aura, it was impossible for Yan Xiaobao to guess how strong she truly was.

Seeing the fox behave like this worried Yan Xiaobao greatly. He knew Huli was entirely loyal to him, and for her to act like this, there must be some reason. Yet, he could not think of any reason. What was wrong with Rong Liang?

While he was now a Saint, he had barely spent any time cultivating the Holy Level at his age. Even Yan Xiaobao, much younger than Lord Rongrong, had already successfully reached the Holy Level.

Nevertheless, Yan Xiaobao was puzzled by Liang Liang's sudden rise. Becoming a Saint was one thing, but suddenly being given quite an important role like the one he now held was another. Not to mention why everyone's knowledge of Rong Liang's new position spread so quickly. Things did not add up, but no matter how Yan Xiaobao thought, he could not draw a conclusion.

"Do not worry about him." Lan Feng's voice suddenly echoed inside Yan Xiaobao's mind. "Even if he is a Saint, the aura around him equals that of an early Saint. He poses no threat to you, so do not worry about him."

Lan Feng's logic was understandable, but Yan Xiaobao still felt uneasy. He really liked Rong Liang. The older man often played a parental role, and now he stood here, feeling uncertain and distant from this person. Shaking his head, he smiled. He would not doubt his friends or those who caused disputes due to slight worries. If it turned out some problem truly existed and they were challenged, Rong Liang's power would be far less than his own.

"Sorry, Lord Rong," Yan Xiaobao said softly, bowing slightly, "Forgive my fox; I do not know what is happening with her, but perhaps she is feeling unwell. I will go help her calm down. Do you need anything special from me?"

At this question, Rong Liang's smile still bore disbelief, his eyes showing traces of concern. Worry once again stirred Yan Xiaobao's doubt and suspicion. So many things were not adding up. Why would this powerful man fear a seemingly powerless fox without an aura?

"I am sorry to disturb you while busy," Rong Liang said with a smile. "I just wanted to know what you are preparing to do. Where are you going? Maybe you could use some help?"

Looking at Rong Liang, Yan Xiaobao regretfully shook his head. Despite Rong Liang being the father of the Rong twins and having treated Yan Xiaobao kindly over the years, too many unresolved issues remained for Yan Xiaobao to involve the elder in the secrets of life formation.

"Regrettably, my team is already full, but if someone chooses not to go, I will contact you," Yan Xiaobao said with a smile, showing no hint of suspicion on his face.

Nodding, Liang Liang seemed to have hardly any issues with his response, smiling and nodding to the young man. "In that case, I will leave you. If someone from your team leaves, find me. I will be in Rong Building in town; I believe you visit the twins there from time to time," Rong Liang said, and without awaiting a reply, he turned and left. The moment he left, he was no longer smiling but instead wore a defeated expression.

As he left, Yan Xiaobao's face also changed to one of contemplation. As he stared at the spot Rong Liang had just vacated, his hand still held the small fox.