The shadow swept around.

"Tsk, escaped."

His tone was icy.

Just moments ago, he sensed a familiar aura.

That aura... was the Dragon Vein’s aura.

The aura of the missing Dragon Vein.

Unfortunately, that rat escaped too quickly.

However, despite escaping, there are always some traces left behind. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

The shadow snorted coldly, his figure quickly vanishing, silently chasing in the direction Xini and the others left.

Xin Lin, carrying Zhao Xiaohu, dashed all the way.

Upon reaching the area near Qingfeng Slope, Xin Lin finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Little Boss, why are we running? They’re not after us."

Zhao Xiaohu asked, puzzled.

"Your vengeance has been fulfilled, and it’s time to honor the promise you made to me before."

Xin Lin said.

"Little Boss, rest assured, I, Zhao Xiaohu, keep my word. From now on, my brothers in the Tiger Whale Gang are yours to command. Whether it’s murder, arson, or robbery, just say the word."

Zhao Xiaohu beat his chest in assurance.

Though most of the Tiger Whale Gang was wiped out by Tu Suxia, he still had some influence at major ports and docks, plus some remnants from the Broken Blade Sect. Once consolidated, it would add up to around a hundred or so people.

"Who told you to commit crimes? I’m asking you to open a Spiritual Food Restaurant."

Xin Lin retorted.

She had acquired Taoyao Pavilion some time ago, but hadn’t been able to open it.

Now, with President Tu Su captured, he’d be detained for at least a month.

For this month, she could reopen Taoyao Pavilion.

Previously, Xin Lin was considering who would be the most suitable boss for Taoyao Pavilion, given its dubious origins.

Upon reflection, Zhao Xiaohu turned out to be the best candidate.

Zhao Xiaohu held evidence against Tu Suxia, so even if Tu Suxia got out, he’d still tread carefully around Zhao Xiaohu.

Thus, letting Zhao Xiaohu handle Taoyao Pavilion was the best choice.

Xin Lin revealed the plan to Zhao Xiaohu, asking him to take his brothers to Chu’s Restaurant to find Mu Yi and Ma Jingtian.

Soon after Zhao Xiaohu left, Xin Lin’s expression slightly changed.

"This fellow is relentless, he’s caught up."

Xin Lin looked at the sky, still dark.

"The Dragon Vein aura on you was detected by the opponent."

Gui Hu reminded.

"What is the identity of that shadow, why does he know about the Dragon Vein on me?"

Xin Lin wondered.

Seeing the opponent’s aura approaching, Xin Lin started to feel the headache.

If she returned to Qingtian Academy now, she’d expose her identity.

Heading to Purple Cloud City would also risk exposure.

"Head for Qin Mountain first."

After weighing her options, Qin Mountain seemed the safest.

There, she had the protection of Xuan Bird, and if it came to it, she could hide inside Black Water Lake.

Since that’s where the Dragon Ancient Tomb is located, the Dragon Vein aura would be fainter in that area.

Xin Lin hesitated no longer, her figure flicked as she headed toward Qin Mountain.

Xin Lin sped all the way and soon reached the vicinity of Qin Mountain.

The shadow was also relentlessly pursuing.

Xin Lin thought for a moment, took out a Qi Stone, and quickly absorbed the Spiritual Energy within it.

In an instant, Xin Lin’s figure enlarged rapidly, transforming into the form of young girl Xin Lin.

By this time, the shadow had already caught up.

"Where do you think you’re going? Surrender the Dragon Vein on you."

The shadow sneered.

"You want the Dragon Vein? Come and get it yourself then."

Xin Lin turned around to confront the shadow directly.

The shadow saw Xin Lin’s appearance clearly and was also slightly surprised.