Chapter 542: Beheading
Guo Hongyao spoke with biting sarcasm while Li Xijun restrained the Hooked Snake before him.
The female cultivator was a disciple of the immortal gate and they were without the protection of a formation. If a fight were to break out, it could spell disaster. Hence, Li Xijun had no choice but to speak courteously.
"This is our fault, but the Hooked Serpent is my elder's spirit beast, so I'm afraid we can't simply surrender him to appease you. Please reconsider, Senior."
Hearing this, Guo Hongyao's arrogance seemed to deflate. She scanned the group before turning to Xu Xiao.
"Bring the Six Ding Merging Fire Token here," Guo Hongyao demanded.
The Li Family still had considerable influence, and Guo Hongyao was wary of the looming threat of sword qi or a talisman.
Intent on securing the artifact for herself after such a long journey, she reached out, but her hand closed in on air.
"Hmm?"
Guo Hongyao snapped her head and glanced over quickly, only to see Xu Xiao smiling.