So what if I'm useless? I'll become a saint!

Chapter 271 Qilin Horn

Recently, the Zhao family mansion has been unusually quiet, with no disturbance in the past few days. This unusual tranquility makes Wu Tianxiong, the head of the Wu family, feel vaguely uneasy.

He knew very well that the Zhao family had always been vindictive, and now that they were sitting still, there must be some ulterior motive behind it.

Thinking of this, Wu Tianxiong hurriedly summoned his confidants and gave them instructions.

"Go and ask Miss Ling and Young Master Lei to come over immediately. This matter cannot be delayed."

Not long after, Ling Jiuan and Lei Tingyi walked into the conference room side by side, only to see Wu Tianxiong with a worried look on his face and a frown on his face, obviously with a lot on his mind.

He looked at the two of them solemnly and spoke slowly.

"My dear Miss Ling, Master Lei, I am very worried. The Zhao family is silent now. I am afraid they are planning something."

When Ling Jiuan heard this, she frowned slightly and said after pondering for a moment.

"Logically speaking, Young Master Lei is the future leader of the Lei Xiao Sect, so the Zhao family should be cautious. But things are unpredictable. If they act on impulse and choose the wrong path, I'm afraid it will be detrimental to us and they may even kill us all."

When Wu Tianxiong heard this, his expression became more complicated, and a hint of worry and determination flashed in his eyes.

"In this situation, what should we do?"

Lei Tingyi sighed softly, his eyes determined.

"Right now, what we need most is to improve our strength in case of emergency. Jiuan needs the unicorn horn to improve her cultivation. Once successful, she will be a great help to us."

When Wu Tianxiong heard this, a gleam flashed in his eyes and he quickly spoke.

"Qilin horn? The Wu family does have this item, which you two can use. But..."

Before he could finish his words, a guard rushed in and interrupted him. The guard knelt on the ground with a panicked look on his face.

"Master, urgent news!"

Wu Tianxiong's heart tightened, his brows frowned even deeper, and he said in a deep voice.

"Why are you so alarmed?"

The guard presented a secret letter with shaking hands and a trembling voice.

"The Zhao family has issued a secret order. In seven days, they will mobilize the entire family to destroy our Wu family!"

When Wu Tianxiong heard this, his face suddenly changed, as if he was hit by a sledgehammer. His body swayed and he cried out in disbelief.

"what?!"

The atmosphere in the conference room instantly dropped to freezing point, and the eyes of the three people revealed unprecedented solemnity and determination.

Wu Tianxiong turned his gaze to Lei Tingyi, his tone filled with unquestionable sincerity.

"Master Lei, if you are willing to lend a hand, please write a letter back to the Lei Xiao Sect to ask for support and help our Wu family overcome this difficult time. I will immediately offer you the Qilin Horn without hesitation."

Just when the atmosphere was tense, a crisp voice broke the silence. Wu Menglin pushed the door open and walked in. She looked directly at her father with a firm gaze.

"Dad, just give the Qilin horn to your sister. The most precious thing in our Wu family is the Fire Ganoderma. The Qilin horn was only obtained by chance and is of little use. What's more, Jiuan is my good sister. If you give it to her, you are giving it to me, without any additional conditions."

When Wu Tianxiong heard this, a trace of relief and complexity flashed in his eyes. He looked at his daughter, then at Ling Jiuan and Lei Tingyi, and finally nodded, as if he had made a decision.

"Okay, since Lin'er said so, I won't say any more. I'll have someone fetch the Qilin horn and give it to Miss Ling. As for the assistance from the Lei Xiao Sect, Master Lei, if you can help, the Wu family will be very grateful."

Lei Tingyi looked serious when he heard this. He knew very well that this matter concerned the survival of the Wu family and the safety of several of them, so he nodded.

"Don't worry, Uncle Wu. I will write a letter immediately and ask the sect to send experts to support us. The Lei Xiao Sect will not sit idly by regarding the Wu family's affairs."

After hearing this, Wu Tianxiong felt relieved. He looked at Lei Tingyi and Wu Menglin with gratitude, then turned to Ling Jiuan and said.

"Miss Ling, I hope you can lend us a helping hand in this crisis."

Ling Jiuan smiled slightly, with determination flashing in his eyes.

"Uncle Wu, you are too kind. Linlin and I are like sisters. I will do my best to help the Wu family."

After obtaining the Qilin horn, a look of firmness and determination flashed in Ling Jiuan's eyes. She gently stroked the strange horn-shaped object in her hand that emitted a faint luster, and then cast her gentle gaze at everyone present.

"I will be in seclusion for three days, using the power of the Qilin horn to strive for a breakthrough in my cultivation."

Although her voice was soft, it was filled with unquestionable determination.

"During these three days, I'll ask you to take care of Liuzhu and Liuying, my two personal maids."

Upon hearing this, Wu Tianxiong immediately nodded in agreement.

"Don't worry, Miss Ling. We will make proper arrangements to ensure the safety and comfort of Miss Liuzhu and Miss Liuying."

Wu Menglin also stepped forward and held Ling Jiuan's hand, her eyes full of concern.

"Jiuan, rest assured in your retreat. I will personally take care of Liuzhu and Liuying. When you come out of retreat, I hope to see you become even stronger."

Lei Tingyi stood aside with a calm attitude, his eyes revealing his support and trust in Ling Jiuan's decision.

"Jiuan, if you need anything during your retreat, just let me know. Lei Xiaozong's resources can also be used by you."

Ling Jiuan looked at everyone gratefully and smiled slightly.

Before the retreat, Lei Tingyi stood in front of Ling Jiuan, his eyes showing both encouragement and worry, with a complicated expression.

He knew that Ling Jiuan's upcoming seclusion training was not only for the purpose of improving his cultivation, but also for the legendary "blood for golden elixir" - a miraculous medicine that could change one's fate and greatly enhance a warrior's aptitude. However, the process was extremely dangerous and was almost like fighting against heaven for one's life.

"Jiuan..."

Lei Tingyi's voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to carry weight.

"To exchange blood for golden elixir is to fight against the heavens. The pain and danger involved cannot be fully described in words. Therefore, you must concentrate fully in these three days and not be distracted. Your safety and your success are of vital importance to all of us."

As long as he breaks through the Golden Core stage, Ling Jiuan, who possesses the Red Feather Sword, will be able to fight against a peak Nascent Soul stage opponent.

Ling Jiuan looked up and her eyes met Lei Tingyi's. There was determination and fearlessness in her eyes.

"Master Lei, don't worry. Since I have decided on this path, I will go all out. For myself and for you, so that we can face the challenges of the future together, I will never give up easily."

After saying this, she smiled gently, and that smile showed both her longing for the future and her trust in the person in front of her.

Lei Tingyi looked at her, an indescribable respect and emotion welling up in his heart. He nodded gently, without saying anything more, and just quietly stepped aside, allowing Ling Jiuan to enter the state of seclusion without distraction.

As Ling Jiuan slowly walked into the retreat room, the door closed gently, and an inexplicable pressure seemed to spread throughout the space.

Lei Tingyi, Wu Tianxiong, Wu Menglin and other members of the Wu family were waiting quietly outside.