With narrowed eyes, Lin Xiu stared at Xiao Yan.
If he didn't intend to keep his promise, Lin Xiu didn't mind teaching him a lesson.
Xiao Yan remained silent, feeling the gaze from Hai Bo Dong and others around him. Their eyes carried a hint of heat, making him feel a restless sensation all over his body.
Earlier, stimulated by Yun Yun, his blood surged, momentarily forgetting his promise to Senior Brother.
"Don't provoke conflicts with Lin Xiu. Your strength is not on par with his, and besides, you promised him first," Old Yao's voice echoed in Xiao Yan's mind, though he had one more thing left unsaid.
To offend Lin Xiu for a declining sect like the Misty Cloud Sect is not a wise choice to .
"Teacher, I understand in my heart," Xiao Yan said.
He was only clouded by hatred before, but now he had calmed down and knew how to choose.
The Misty Cloud Sect is lucky!
When Senior Brother gets what he wants, it won't be too late for him to exact revenge.
Senior Brother cannot shelter the Misty Cloud Sect for long.
With these thoughts in mind, Xiao Yan no longer looked at Yun Yun. He nodded to Lin Xiu and said, "No problem, Senior Brother."
"There's nothing else, you can all go down the mountain," Lin Xiu said.
Xiao Yan hesitated for a moment, then replied, "Okay, Senior Brother."
After accepting the order, Xiao Yan turned around. Seeing the expressions on Hai Bo Dong and the others, he knew they had many questions, but he had no intention of answering them. He simply gestured for them to leave.
Just then, the sound of footsteps approached.
A group of fully armed soldiers emerged at the staircase leading to the mountain top, led by a gallant woman.
"Grandpa, the defenses of the Misty Cloud Sect have all been dismantled..." Yao Ye's gaze searched, quickly settling on a familiar figure.
"Alright, let's descend," Jia Xing Tian interrupted her before she could continue.
Yao Ye paused, "We lost?"
A faint paleness appeared on her young face. If the Misty Cloud Sect had won this battle, her massacre of the sect's disciples at the foot of the mountain would surely lead to dire consequences for the Jia Ma Imperial Family.
"Yun Shan is dead, but this matter ends here," Jia Xing Tian said.
Following the old man's gaze, Yao Ye saw the unfamiliar young man who had drawn everyone's attention.
Who is he?
Under Xiao Yan's leadership, everyone retreated like the tide.
If not for the devastation all around Misty Cloud Sect, many would have thought this was all a dream.
"Don't stare. After we descend the mountain, you gather medicinal herbs. I'll help you refine the medicine, then we'll leave the Jia Ma Empire as soon as possible."
Standing on the steps, Xiao Yan looked back at Yun Yun and heard Old Yao's deep voice in his mind again.
"Teacher, Yun Shan is dead. Do we really need to rush to leave?"
Withdrawing his gaze, Xiao Yan didn't quite understand. Who else in the Jia Ma Empire could pose a threat to him?
"Do you know about the One Hall, One Tower, Two Sects, Three Valleys, Four Pavilions?" Old Yao asked.
Having never been to the Central Plains, Xiao Yan naturally had no idea. He answered honestly.
Old Yao continued, "These are abbreviations for the top forces in the Central Plains. Among them, 'One Hall' refers to the Hall of Souls."
"Even in the Central Plains, the Hall of Souls is one of the most mysterious and formidable top powers.
Now that a guardian has died, do you think the Hall of Souls will have no reaction at all?"
"Teacher, are you suggesting that the Hall of Souls will take action?"
Xiao Yan's steps paused, immediately preparing to turn around and relay this message to Senior Brother Lin Xiu.
A guardian of the Hall of Souls is a Dou Ancestor. If they send someone to investigate Protector Wu's death, that person's strength would at least match Protector Wu's.
If precautions are not taken, there's a high probability of being at a disadvantage.
"Foolish boy, what do you think you're doing? Do you still want to save your father?!"
Old Yao's angry reprimand stunned Xiao Yan into stillness.
"The Hall of Souls operates in secrecy. It's not easy to find them. This time, Lin Xiu is a good target. From noticing abnormalities in the Central Plains to rushing to the Jia Ma Empire, it will take at least half a year.
During this time, if you have the opportunity to find Venerable Feng, not only can you ensure Lin Xiu's safety, but you can also capture people from the Hall of Souls and obtain information about your father."
Old Yao made the serious relationship clear, adding finally, "Of course, how to choose specifically is up to you."
With that said, his voice disappeared.
Standing on the steps, Xiao Yan lowered his head. After a moment, he stepped forward without looking back, heading downwards.
...
"You arrange the disciples first. I'll wait for you inside the main hall."
Lin Xiu said to Yun Yun, then gestured to Zi Yan and walked towards the main hall.
Zi Yan didn't look at the young man on the ground with a blank face again. She caught up with Lin Xiu.
"You said you would take me to find my relatives. When will that be?"
Walking side by side with Lin Xiu, Zi Yan asked.
In fact, she had no impression of her relatives at all. As far back as she could remember, she had always been near the Academy.
Therefore, when Lin Xiu proposed to take her to find her relatives, she was very surprised.
Although she was somewhat astonished at where Lin Xiu obtained this information, she never doubted the truthfulness of his words.
"I'll wait until I break through to Dou Ancestor first."
Lin Xiu estimated it would take about another half a year before he could break through.
This breakthrough would certainly bring about some changes.
Unlike other realms, starting from Dou Ancestor, apart from mastering Dou Qi strength, one could also wield Spatial Strength. Similarly, breaking through to Rank 7 from a Sixth Rank Magic Beast was a qualitative leap.
"Maybe some parts of the puzzle will change," he thought to himself.
After entering the main hall, Lin Xiu casually glanced around. Before long, heavy footsteps echoed.
Yun Yun was still dressed in a red wedding dress as she hurried into the hall. Her gaze swept past Zi Yan and landed on Lin Xiu.
Watching that figure, she opened her mouth but suddenly didn't know how to speak.
In a sense, that person actually saved the Misty Cloud Sect.
If he hadn't intervened, Xiao Yan would surely have gone through with his plan today, massacring the Misty Cloud Sect.
With Hai Bo Dong, Jia Xing Tian, and others around, even if she had wanted to stop Xiao Yan, she couldn't have done it alone.
But this person didn't really intend to save the Misty Cloud Sect; he came with a purpose of his own.
And compared to Xiao Yan and his group, this person's presence was even more intimidating.
"Is everything settled?"
Lost in thought, Yun Yun heard the voice and saw Lin Xiu turning towards her, staring at her.
She paused for a second, then nodded slightly.
"If everything's fine, then take me to see the treasure house of the Misty Cloud Sect first."
Lin Xiu didn't immediately choose to look at the Qi Method or Dou Technique. Those things required time to review.
But the treasure house is different. When you see something good, you just store it directly in the Spatial Ring.
"Hmm?"
Seeing Yun Yun's lack of response, Lin Xiu's tone grew slightly serious. "Do you want me to repeat myself?"
"Mr. Lin Xiu, I would like to ask for your protection for the Misty Cloud Sect. As long as we can preserve our sect, even if I have to serve you like a slave, I, Yun Yun, will not frown."
Without warning, Yun Yun suddenly knelt down towards Lin Xiu with a "thud."
No one understands better than her how dire the current situation of the Misty Cloud Sect is.
Given how many enemies her teacher offended before, now that he's gone, the sect has lost its backing. The Jia Ma Imperial Family will certainly seize the opportunity to remove this major threat.
"I have no interest in the Misty Cloud Sect."
As Lin Xiu began to speak, Yun Yun lifted her sorrowful face. There was no color in her skin, only grief climbing up her face.
At this moment, Lin Xiu added, "However, if you can work well for me, I can consider helping you negotiate with Jia Xing Tian and those people."
"Really?"
Yun Yun was startled, a hint of joy flashing in her eyes.
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