Dou Qi continent, Central Plains, Dual Emperor Abyss.
"Bang!"
The world shook and the empty space shattered. The natural energy continued to gather toward a cream-white energy swirl in the empty space.
A countless number of people on the ground were quietly watching everything that was happening at this moment. Other than a couple of people, everyone in the world, regardless of whether they were humans or Magical Beasts, had landed on the ground at this moment. Their eyes revealed shock as they looked at the scene in the distant sky.
Only the eyes of the white-clothed, young man in the air emitted a fiery hot glow. His bright eyes were filled with an overflowing fighting intent that soared to the sky, causing the entire empty space to emit waves of trembling sounds.
The space around the young man was repeatedly struck by this fighting intent that soared to the sky. It forcefully collapsed and recovered. It was as though the entire space would collapse in an instant if one were to add a little more strength. This caused the two figures standing beside him to sigh endlessly.
An elite Dou Di was indeed this powerful!
Just the rise of the fighting intent within one's body would cause space to tremble and shatter. An elite Dou Di was indeed worthy of being the true peak existence on the Dou Qi continent!
There were four men and three women behind the white-clothed, young man. There were also three children who appeared to be around eleven or twelve years old standing quietly.
The few children hugged the two Beautiful Woman beside them. The two figures also bowed slightly. They extended their hands and hugged the younger children into their embrace.
Only a little girl who appeared to be around thirteen or fourteen years old was still standing in the empty space. Her aura caused one to involuntarily feel shocked. The strength of this little girl, who was only fourteen or fifteen years old, had actually reached the advanced eight star Dou Sheng class!
Even in the entire Dou Qi continent, the number of people who could contend with such strength could be counted with one's fingers.
She already possessed such a frightening strength at such a young age. It was difficult to imagine just what kind of frightening level her strength would reach in the future!
Even though this was the case, at this moment, the little girl's pair of bright and beautiful eyes were staring intently at the back of the person in front of her, who did not appear to be very tall and straight. Around her eyes, a lustrous glint flickered …
This scene also appeared on the few children and the two beautiful women beside her.
Their red moist eyes caused them to be unable to bear to look at the back of this person in front of them. They were afraid that they would really be unable to control themselves and cry.
However, if they did not look, they were even more afraid that they would never have the opportunity to meet him again. They were afraid that the person in front of them would suddenly disappear in the blink of an eye and they would never be able to find him …
After all, everything that was about to happen today was unknown to both of them and him …
The two beautiful women stared at the white-clothed young man in front of them with shining eyes. Their red lips were tightly pressed together, and their slightly red eyes were filled with reluctance. Although they wanted to say something, in the end, the words were stuck in their mouths.
They Dou Di Xiao Yue, the only thing that they could do was to trust him!
They believed in his strength and believed in the power he possessed. Words of worry should not appear in his mind. They only needed to believe that there was no need to doubt his strength!
…
"This day has finally arrived. Looks like the ancestor's guess was right. A Dou Di is not the end of this world. There is indeed a peak above a Dou Di!"
Xiao Yan's eyes stared at the jade bottle in his hand. There was a beautiful Heavenly Flame churning repeatedly deep within his eyes. The expression on his face had also become increasingly fiery hot at this moment.
At this moment, Xiao Yan clearly sensed the Dou Qi ripple on his body gradually becoming more intense. This feeling, which had not appeared for over a decade, caused Xiao Yan's heart to be extremely fiery at this moment.
"Ugh, if only I was around when Xiao Xuan broke through back then. He might not have disappeared from this world."
Gu Yuan, who had heard Xiao Yan's words by the side, involuntarily let out a long sigh. An ashamed expression flashed across his face as he softly sighed with a somewhat sad tone.
Xiao Yan laughed out loud when he heard these words. He laughed loudly and comforted Gu Yuan.
"Ha ha, father-in-law, please be rest assured that ancestor Xiao Xuan has not completely disappeared from this world …"
"You … what did you say? Xiao Xuan is not dead? "
The spirits of Gu Yuan and Xiao Zhan beside him shook after Xiao Yan's words sounded. Even the eyes of Zhu Kun by the side brightened.
He had also heard quite a lot of things regarding Xiao Xuan over the years. His heart was filled with admiration for the latter. Naturally, he was extremely happy after learning that Xiao Xuan was not dead.
Gu Yuan's voice was a little trembling and excited as he asked Xiao Yan a long while later.
All they knew was that Xiao Xuan had ignited his remaining Spiritual Strength in order to help Xiao Yan's Spiritual Strength break through the limit of the Perfect Heavenly State and enter the Di State. He had engaged in a great battle with the Heavenly Tomb spirit before disappearing from this world.
However, he was unaware that Xiao Yan had collected his Spiritual Essence. Hence, they were incomparably shocked when they learned of this news. The two of them only came to an understanding after Xiao Yan explained the reason.
"Ha ha ha ha, I knew it. He was able to rely on the Heavenly Tomb to survive under such circumstances back then. How can he die so easily? Ha ha!"
Gu Yuan, who had understood all of this, laughed heartily. His entire body seemed to have become much younger in an instant. Xiao Yan also smiled slightly.
He clearly understood in his heart that Gu Yuan had always felt guilty about the Xiao clan's decline. After all, the Xiao clan was an ally of the Gu clan back then.
However, the Gu clan did not provide much help after Xiao Xuan's death and the Xiao clan was destroyed. Gu Yuan was also hindered by the elders in the clan. This clan head of the Gu clan was powerless even if he wanted to. He felt extremely guilty in his heart and ultimately felt that the Gu clan owed the Xiao clan deep in his heart.
Although Xiao Yan had already become an Emperor and the Xiao clan had risen once again, the guilt in his heart towards the Xiao clan's ancestors had not lessened by much. Now that he heard that Xiao Xuan was not dead and there was still a possibility of him being resurrected, the guilt in his heart naturally dissipated.
As long as Xiao Xuan was resurrected and saw that the Xiao clan was still around and was even more powerful than when he was still around, everything would naturally be nothing. No matter what Xiao Xuan would say, he would have sufficient reason to face him.
"Ha ha, but Xiao Yan, you little brat. Why didn't you tell me about such an important matter earlier? You made me feel guilty for so many years. Are you deliberately trying to take revenge on me? When you return, I will definitely make you apologize to me."
Gu Yuan's large palm slapped Xiao Yan's shoulder fiercely. His eyes were fixed on Xiao Yan as he laughed and teased him. Of course, Xiao Yan naturally understood the other meaning behind his words. However, he could only secretly nod his head.
Gu Yuan immediately knit his brows after having sensed the thoughts in Xiao Yan's heart. He was just about to say something when Xiao Yan changed the topic. He once again laughed out loud and said, "Don't worry.
"Father-in-law, I didn't do it on purpose. It's just that all these years, I wasn't confident that I could resurrect my ancestor. Therefore, I didn't dare to jump to conclusions …"
"However, until today, I felt that there was a strange movement in my ancestor's Soul Origin. Only then did I have the confidence to resurrect my ancestor!"
"As for this trip, I don't know if I will be able to return alive. However, I will definitely do my best to return and apologize to Father-in-law."
As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Yan's eyes met with Gu Yuan's for a moment. Then, Xiao Yan suddenly turned around and ignored Gu Yuan, whose expression had instantly turned grave. Instead, he looked at the strange milky-white vortex in the void that had stopped gathering the energy of heaven and earth.
Xiao Yan placed his hands behind his back. The aura of his entire body suddenly calmed down. He was like an ordinary person without any training. His eyes were as calm as an old well as he watched the white-colored energy vortex that was only a couple of feet away from him. It was as though he wanted to forcefully see through this white-colored energy vortex.
Xiao Yan just stood quietly in the void. However, the aura that appeared out of nowhere was like an incomparably sharp sword that charged into the sky. It cut through the sky and pierced through the void until it reached the end of the void.
During the ten years that Xiao Yan had become a Di Di, Xiao Yan had been to the tombs of many ancient Dou Di experts. Although most of them had been destroyed by outsiders, there were still some that had not been discovered by the world. Even so, the information that he had obtained was still a drop in the bucket for Xiao Yan …
However, even under such circumstances, he had only stopped a year ago. From then on, Xiao Yan had a strong premonition that Xiao Xuan's resurrection method would be in the near future.
Now, Xiao Yan's premonition had arrived. Xiao Xuan's resurrection method existed in the milky-white energy vortex in front of him.
"Ancestor Xiao Xuan, the younger generation, Xiao Yan, is finally able to repay your kindness!"
Xiao Yan thought to himself as he looked at the milky-white energy vortex in front of him. He then turned his head to look at Xun Er and Cai Lin. The two girls looked at Xiao Yan with reddened eyes. Their eyes were filled with a strong reluctance and love.
Xiao Yan reached out and hugged the two girls and their children. He took a deep breath of the faint fragrance on their bodies. Xiao Yan's voice was filled with reluctance.
"Take care of yourself and the children. Wait for me to return."
The two ladies quietly closed their eyes and nodded their heads in agreement. After which, Xiao Yan looked at the little girl who was also nestled in his embrace. He bent his body and the corner of his mouth carried a loving and warm smile. Following which, he softly opened his mouth and said,
"Xiao Xiao, as an elder sister, you have to take care of these two little brothers for mother!"
Xiao Yan finally could not endure it any longer when she heard Xiao Yan's instructions. Sparkling tears instantly flowed from her red eyes. Her two slender arms hugged Xiao Yan's neck. Her exquisite head leaned tightly against Xiao Yan's chest as she cried loudly …
By the side, Xun Er and Cai Lin's red eyes became even redder when they saw this. Bright tears were about to fall like pearls …
Xiao Yan's heart naturally could not remain calm when he saw this scene and heard the crying of his daughter in his embrace. However, he also knew that if he was unable to remain calm at this moment, it was likely that this family would be worried about him all day long after he left if he was unable to remain calm.
Xiao Yan swiftly sorted out the emotions in his heart. After which, he carried Xiao Xiao, who was nestled in his arms. The corners of his mouth revealed a warm smile as he looked at Xun Er and Cai Lin. He opened his mouth and teased them.
"Girls, this is not a life and death parting. We are merely going to another place to play. It is not like we are never coming back. Why are you crying? Don't tell me that you don't believe in my strength?"
Xun Er and Cai Lin quickly sorted out the emotions on their pretty faces after Xiao Yan uttered these words. They looked at each other and forced a smile. After which, they placed Xiao Xiao in Xiao Yan's arms and wiped away the tears on her tender face. After which, they gently placed her in between Xun Er and Cai Lin. Their bodies turned and their eyes landed on the two elders not far behind them.
These two elders were clearly the two most important figures in Xiao Yan's growth.
The first was his father, Xiao Zhan!
Before he became familiar with Yao Lao, Xiao Zhan had always firmly believed in him, regardless of whether it was before those three years of being a useless person, during that period, or after that!
Xiao Zhan being captured by the Hun clan could be said to be the matter that Xiao Yan regretted the most in his life. If he had not been young and frivolous back then, causing his entire clan to be destroyed in his anger, his father would not have been captured.
Of course, from another perspective, if Xiao Zhan had not been captured and given Xiao Yan more motivation and desire for strength, it was likely that he would not have grown so quickly.
It was difficult to say whether it was a blessing or a curse.
The second person was the person who had the greatest influence on Xiao Yan's growth. He was also the most crucial person …
Yao Lao
If it had not been for Xiao Yan's three years of low point, Yao Lao would not have awakened. If it had not been for Xiao Yan's three years of low point, Xiao Yan would not have known how to endure. If it had not been for those three years, Xiao Yan would not have been able to form a good training foundation. If it had not been for those three years …
Xiao Yan might not have broken off the engagement with Nalan Yanran. Perhaps he would not have attracted the Misty Cloud Sect.
Three years of being a useless person. Xiao Yan had been given the title of being a useless person. He had been given the cold shoulder and cursed.
Three years of being a useless person. Xiao Yan had caused Nalan Yanran to break off the engagement and break off the three years agreement.
It was also because of this that he had incurred the anger of the Misty Cloud Sect …
However …
If it had not been for these three years, Xiao Yan would not have been able to dominate the 'Black-Corner Region'!
If it had not been for these three years, Xiao Yan would not have been able to rely on his own strength to forcefully establish the Yan Alliance and dominate the Jia Ma Empire!
If it had not been for these three years, the Central Plains and Xiao Yan would never have been fated!
Moreover, the Xiao clan would no longer exist!
If it had not been for these three years, Xiao Yan would not have been able to join hands with the various factions in the Central Plains to establish the Sky Mansion Alliance. Moreover, he would not have been able to obtain the Dou Di body that he currently possessed!
Hence, everything that Xiao Yan currently possessed was inseparable from these two people!
It could be said that without Xiao Zhan's encouragement and support and Yao Lao's nurturing, Xiao Yan would have ended up in a small corner of the continent …
That incomparably fascinating continent could only become the place that his heart yearned for!
… …
Yao Lao and Xiao Zhan. After so many years, Yao Lao's strength had already reached the sixth star of the Dou Sheng class. Although Xiao Zhan was not as strong as Yao Lao, he had also reached the third star of the Dou Sheng class. The two of them were currently the top experts on the Dou Qi continent.
Of course, even though this was the case, there were still many people on the continent who were stronger than them. However, no one would be disrespectful to the two of them. With the current status of the two of them, even the clan leader of the Yan clan could not be compared with them.
There was no other reason other than Xiao Yan, this top expert who had saved the entire Dou Qi continent!
… …
Xiao Yan looked at the two old men. Suddenly, he bent his knees and knelt in the empty space. This caused everyone below to exclaim in admiration. There were also those who were envious of Yao Lao and Xiao Zhan for having such a strong descendant who was filial to his teacher.
Although Yao Lao and Xiao Zhan wanted to help Xiao Yan up when they saw this scene, Xiao Yan was an elite Dou Di, a true peak existence on the continent. How could they, mere Dou Shengs, stop the things that this elite Dou Di wanted to do? Hence, the two old men could only watch as Xiao Yan kowtowed ten times.
"Father, thank you for raising me. Thank you teacher for teaching me. I am unfilial and will not be able to serve the two of you. I hope that the two of you will take care of your bodies in the future. Do not overwork yourself. You must prioritize your own health."
Xiao Yan suddenly opened his mouth and spoke. The old faces of the two old men, which were filled with the scars of time, were filled with a satisfied smile. Both of their eyes were also filled with white tears.
In one's lifetime, one could be considered to have not lived in vain to have such an outstanding descendant who respected his teacher!
After kowtowing and thanking the two old men for raising and teaching him, Xiao Yan turned his head to look at the envious Zhu Kun by the side. He looked at the latter and asked in a doubtful manner.
"Uncle Zhu Kun, may I know what Zi Yan is currently doing? Or is she unwilling to come and send me off? "
Xiao Yan was naturally aware of everyone's reluctance to part. This was something that could be seen from the fact that the Little Fairy Doctor did not come. Hence, the tone of Xiao Yan's words contained a little apology.
"Ha ha, nephew Xiao Yan, you need not ask about this. That little girl does not have any intention of being unwilling to part with you. You need not think too much about it. You will naturally come to know about it in the future. You can rest assured and go. Ha ha ha ha!"
However, Xiao Yan did not expect Zhu Kun's reply to be completely different from what he had expected. Xiao Yan did not say anything else after seeing Zhu Kun's eyes that were filled with confidence. Instead, he turned his body and faced those close friends who had helped him back then. His eyes swept over them one by one.
Liu Qing, Wu Hao and the rest were vaguely visible. A couple of breaths later, Xiao Yan faced them and cupped his hands together. He bowed deeply towards them. After which, he turned around and walked towards the cream-white energy vortex that was suspended in the empty space without turning his head back.
The people behind him were stunned for a moment before they finally recovered. They watched Xiao Yan's white-colored figure that was about to enter the whirlpool. Immediately, everyone bent their waists slightly and cupped their hands in Xiao Yan's direction. At the same time, they shouted in unison:
"Farewell Flame Emperor! Farewell Flame Emperor! Farewell Flame Emperor! … … "
The cries continued for a long time after Xiao Yan had disappeared before gradually coming to a stop.
No one used any Dou Qi when they cried out. They had only used their original loudest voice. This was a form of respect to those who respected them. However, even with this, the momentum still shook the entire continent.
No one was unwilling when everyone cried out. This was because the person they were crying out for was the person who had saved the entire Dou Qi continent. That person was the Flame Emperor, Xiao Yan!