The next day, inside the queen's palace, Xiao Ning sat thoughtfully. Yesterday's events repeatedly played on a loop in his mind. But unfortunately, it also destroyed the joyful atmosphere in the city.
At present, the other seats are also occupied. So everyone waited for Xiao Ning to speak up.
Even now, they couldn't free themselves from yesterday's shock. So when did a Dou Emperor become a common sight?
Only after reaching this realm do they understand how rare the word Dou Emperor appears in daily life; yet, earlier, one after another, Dou Emperors popped up.
More shocking was Xiao Ning's performance; a dou spirit killed a dou Emperor and repelled another.
Everyone except for one person sitting in the hall was a Dou Emperor, and before they had a chance to feel proud, Xiao Ning's actions crushed their pride.
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After pondering for a while, Xiao Ning smiled softly and spoke, "I am going back to my clan, and it's time to handle some affairs; it is payback time."
"Only then can I go to Jia Nan Academy with peace!"
Xiao Ning said it after considering every aspect. In his heart, Xiao Ning knew clearly that he could not stop Yao Lao if the latter decided to escape.
It also turned out to be the case. Amidst Xiao Ning's attack, Yao Lao escaped swiftly.
So he decided to take Xiao Clan's command. 'It is time; I take on the responsibility of the clan's head,' Xiao Ning chuckled.
"Hei Du, you will be my shadow."
The old snake-man jumped off his seat after being named. He nodded, but there was an odd expression on his face as if asking, do you really need my protection?
"Don't overthink; you will understand when the time comes," Xiao Ning shook his head.
Soon, they addressed critical issues related to the advancement of their clan, and after discussing it, everyone else left, leaving only Medusa and Xiao Ning.
Not long after, Xiao Ning and Medusa walked out of the palace and walked their separate ways, and no one knew what they talked about.
Xiao Ning returned to his room; he spent the rest of his day refining medicinal pills to practice alchemy and temper his spiritual energy.
In the present era, spiritual cultivation techniques are already very scarce. Furthermore, seven ancient clans and other supreme powers strictly control the cultivation methods.
This is also a reason contributing to the popularity of alchemists. Under these conditions, Xiao Ning can only temper his spiritual strength using rough methods.
Although it is nowhere as effective as using a spiritual cultivation method to cultivate the soul, it is enough for Xiao Ning.
Xiao Ning's most significant advantage is age. At the rate his cultivation is progressing, give him a few years. Then, a few years later, he will be qualified to find a soul cultivation technique.
After practicing alchemy, Xiao Ning did not rest; instead, he sat cross-legged on his bed and ran his qi method.
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The next day, early morning, before the sun rose, a thin figure with golden wings flew in the sky, turned his head, looked towards the palace for a moment, and then flew away.
When he turned around, an icy chill replaced the softness in his eyes. Apart from arranging the Xiao clan, Xiao Ning was ready to take revenge. The fury suppressed in the depth of his heart was ready to explode.
Now he didn't need to stop along the way and flew all the way to Rock Desert City, and from there, Xiao Ning hired a carriage to Wu Tian City. He did it to avoid unnecessary trouble.
Over the next three days, Xiao Ning took a rare break from his cultivation and adjusted his mood. During the entire journey, no one came forward to cause trouble.
On the fourth day, a small city appeared in the distance; looking at it, Xiao Ning's face showed a warm smile. It was Wu Tian City, the place where he grew up. Others didn't know that the rage in its purest form was hidden beneath his warm expression.
Xiao Ning's rage was like a sea, ready to swallow everything in its path.
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'Sigh!' Exhaling out a deep breath, Xiao Ning followed the path and walked into the city. He crossed the bustling streets and strolled towards his clan in a leisurely manner.
It is more peaceful compared to outside; Xiao Ning muttered.
He saw children running and playing on the streets, the customers trying to bargain for a lower price. The crowd and all the noise that came with it gave him an unprecedented sense of peace.
At the same time, a few guards wearing different uniforms patrolling nearby looked at Xiao Ning twice, and after confirming his identity, they rushed back to report to their superiors.
Naturally, their small actions did not escape Xiao Ning's perception, but he chose to ignore them. It made no difference if others learned of his return. This was the confidence brought by a tremendous increase in his strength.
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A few moments later, Xiao Ning stood outside the clan's entrance. A glow flashed in his eyes, and with a slight smile, he muttered, "I am back."
"Young master!" The guards on each side of the gate bowed respectfully after seeing Xiao Ning's face.
Xiao Ning was in a rare happy mood, and after seeing his clan members, he took out two jade bottles filled with pills and gave it to them.
"Take it, and strive to become a Dou Master." His voice sounded near their ears as Xiao Ning flashed away.
The next instant, Xiao Ning appeared outside his grandfather's residence. As one of the only two Xiao Ning's blood relatives, it was only natural for Xiao Ning to visit him first.
"Come back?" An old and heavy voice sounded from inside the room.
"Yes," Xiao Ning replied after a moment of silence. He stood still for a second, pushing the door and stepping inside.
Inside, an elderly sat with a cup of tea in front of him. Right now, the older man's eyes shone brightly as he looked at his grandson and forgot the tea in front of him.