After wandering about for some time, Xiao Heng finally returned to Starfall Pavilion. More than half a year had passed, and together with the time before that, it had been a year and eight months since everyone had left the Demonic Flame Space. Less than four months remained before two full years had passed.
Xiao Heng was not entirely sure of Xiao Yan's current situation, but it should be nearing its end. As for exactly when Xiao Yan would return, he did not know either. He only vaguely remembered that it should be a little over two years.
Xiao Heng had originally intended to visit Ancient Dragon Island first and settle the matter of the Dragon Bead, but sharpening the axe did not delay the chopping of wood. After the Fire Element transformation, his strength had entered another brief period of growth. Combined with some useful items obtained from the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan's treasury, he should be able to reach Six-star Dou Sheng in a short time. The safest and most suitable place for secluded cultivation was still Starfall Pavilion.
During the time Xiao Heng had been away from Starfall Pavilion, the continent had also undergone some changes. With the Shi Clan's destruction, the major Ancient Races had all become fearful for their own safety.
Under such circumstances, after a period of wrangling, the Lei Clan, Huo Clan, and Yao Clan officially formed an alliance between the three clans. This matter caused an enormous uproar across the continent.
Then there were the Heavenly Mansion Alliance and Soul Hall. During Xiao Heng's absence, the relationship between the two sides had remained as it always was. Due to Soul Hall's previous "excellent" conduct, once the alliance displayed the strength to contend with Soul Hall, more and more experts began joining the