Yun'er

The next day, Ya Fei dragged Bai Xiaoran out to stroll around Jiamar Holy City for the entire day. They did not return to the Mite'er Family until late at night.

The following days remained very peaceful, and Bai Xiaoran cultivated steadily.

In the past few days, the Alchemist Convention was about to begin, and many people had already arrived to participate.

That night, Bai Xiaoran had just stopped cultivating and wanted to go outside for some air when a familiar figure appeared before him again.

"Yun Yun."

"What is it? Have you missed Sister after not seeing me for a few days?"

"A little."

Yun Yun said, "Never mind that. Not long after the Alchemist Convention ends will come the Three-Year Agreement between Xiao Yan and Yan Ran. Will you come watch? Do you want to stay at the Misty Cloud Sect?"

"I've already joined Jia Nan Academy."

"Jia Nan Academy?"

Yun Yun said with a hint of regret, "I'm going to dual cultivate with you now. I'll be going into seclusion for a while during this period, so I came early."

She had spent these past few days studying dual cultivation Dou Skills and had finally gained a preliminary grasp of them.

Time waited for no one. She had even brought pills with her. She refused to believe she would lose again this time.

"You're in such a hurry? What if someone discovers us?"

Yun Yun forcefully pounced on him atop the bed and smiled. "They won't discover us. Besides, Sister only wants to help you break through. Otherwise, I wouldn't have come looking for you in the middle of the night."

Yun Yun suddenly stopped what she was doing and asked in a daze, "What did you call me?"

"Yun'er."

Yun Yun said, "At least you know better. Calling me Yun Yun every day makes us seem distant. You can call me Yun'er or Yun'er with a different character—whatever you like."

The next day

After getting dressed, Yun Yun carefully left the Mite'er Family.

After this, she would enter seclusion for some time. She did not know when she would be able to come out again.

"Yun'er Sister is too shameless. She actually used such a despicable method as pills."

After recovering his strength, Bai Xiaoran walked out of his room.

At this hour, Ya Fei was busy with matters concerning the Alchemist Convention, so Nalan Yanran took over the task of accompanying him to the venue.

"Young Master Bai, I'll take you there."

"Yan Ran, shouldn't you be busy cultivating these days? The Three-Year Agreement is almost here."

Nalan Yanran said, "When the Three-Year Agreement was made, victory or defeat was not important. Even if Xiao Yan wins, I would not find it shameful. After giving it some thought, going to his home to break off the engagement back then was indeed improper."

"So you can think."

"I will certainly think about anything Young Master Bai says."

"The championship reward for this Alchemist Convention is the formula for a Sixth-grade Spirit Fusion Pill?"

Wasn't the Spirit Fusion Pill formula exactly what he needed?

Nalan Yanran asked, "Does Young Master Bai need the Spirit Fusion Pill formula?"

"I do."

"I'll find a way to get it for you."

Although she did not know why he needed the Spirit Fusion Pill formula, she would still do her best to obtain it.

Before long, the two arrived at the Alchemist Convention arena.

The contestants had already entered. Sitting together with Bai Xiaoran, Nalan Yanran introduced them, "This time, the participants include not only Liu Ling and Yao Yue, but also Xiao Yan and a contestant from the Chu Yun Empire."

Bai Xiaoran swept his gaze around. The Alchemist from the Chu Yun Empire had a sinister appearance that stood in stark contrast to the other Alchemists.

"The competition is divided into three assessments: heaven, earth, and man. Only by passing all three may one enter the Finals."

Nearly all the spectators were prominent figures of the Jiamar Empire. Even Pill King Gu He had come in person.

Nalan Yanran whispered, "Whoever makes it to the Finals, I'll buy it from them. I'll definitely get the Spirit Fusion Pill formula for Young Master Bai."

The intimate appearance of Nalan Yanran and Bai Xiaoran naturally drew many gazes.

"Who is that friend of Miss Nalan's? She is so beautiful, and she is even wearing a veil."

Hai Bodong looked at Fama and explained, "He is an old friend of mine who does not like revealing his appearance."

"Since he is Elder Hai's friend, his abilities should be quite remarkable."

"More than remarkable. He can use Hai Bodong's Profound Ice Dragon Soar. Even I was startled."

Jia Xingtian could not help but laugh.

The competition progressed quickly. When time ran out, quite a few Alchemists had not even managed to finish refining their pills.

Those who advanced were Liu Ling, Xiao Yan, Yao Yue, and Yan Li.

The moment the competition ended, Xiao Yan and Liu Ling both looked toward Bai Xiaoran and Nalan Yanran.

Liu Ling looked at Xiao Yan and sneered. "Where did this country bumpkin come from? You dare compete with me for that young lady?"

"You're meddling too much. Are you close with her?"

"Not close, but I'm her pursuer."

Xiao Yan was puzzled. When had this guy become Brother Xiaoran's pursuer? Besides, from the looks of it, very few people knew Brother Xiaoran was a boy. Or perhaps they simply did not believe it.

Still, he could not lose his composure in front of Brother Xiaoran.

"If you have the ability, settle it in the competition!"

Liu Ling laughed. "You ignorant fool. We'll meet again in the next round."

Liu Ling glanced at Nalan Yanran and Bai Xiaoran. What a beautiful pair of sisters. If he could win them both, it would be a blessing earned through cultivation.

Yao Yue was greatly puzzled and came over to the two of them.

"May I get to know you?"

"Princess Yao Yue, do you want to get to know Young Master Bai... I mean, this young lady?"

Yao Yue said, "That's right. This young lady has caught this princess's attention."

Bai Xiaoran merely smiled at her and did not say much.

Yao Yue felt displeased. So aloof—she was even more annoying than her own Sister.

Hai Bodong laughed. "It seems Princess Yao Yue is a little unconvinced."

"No one in the palace has ever dared to disrespect the little girl. This is her first time encountering someone like this."

Jia Xingtian also did not want Yao Yue to succeed, because there was no chance of success at all. She had neither the figure nor the strength, and even her bearing was inferior to theirs.

With Ya Fei before her and Nalan Yanran behind her, what could she possibly use to compete? She could only rely on Yao Ye.

No, he had to get Yao Ye back quickly.

Yao Yue huffed. "You're so rude, young lady."

"Princess Yao Yue, I've already been very polite. Your own heart is simply unsettled."

"You, you, you! I really want to tie you up and whip you." Yao Yue puffed out her cheeks in frustration, unable to do anything to her. She looked toward Jia Xingtian, but Jia Xingtian merely gave her a helpless expression.

Afterward, Bai Xiaoran and Nalan Yanran left.

The next round would not begin until tomorrow.

On the way back, Xiao Yan caught up with them.

"Brother Xiaoran!"

"Young Master Xiao Yan, why are you so excited?"

Xiao Yan smiled. "How was my performance just now?"

"Very good. You didn't disgrace the Xiao Family."

"Of course."

Looking at Xiao Yan, Nalan Yanran had to admit that he had changed greatly. The outcome of the Three-Year Agreement was truly not certain.

After chatting for a few moments, they parted ways.

Old Yao praised, "That kid is really popular. First Hai Bodong, then you, his former fiancée. Why didn't this old man receive such treatment when I was young?"

"Teacher, you weren't like Brother Xiaoran. Besides, when you were young, you were Venerable Yao. Even if women pursued you, you would not agree."

"What do you know? The women I liked were all high quality and pure-hearted. I only had them after reaching that level."

"Then do I have a master's wife?"

Old Yao paused, then continued, "Whether you do or not is none of your concern."

Another day passed, and on the following day came the second round of the competition.

This round would eliminate many people.

In the second round, one only needed to complete pill refinement before the hourglass had finished running out to advance.

"There are fewer people this time, but Yan Li's participation in the competition means he definitely has ulterior motives."

"You can have your grandfather keep a closer eye on him."

Nalan Yanran said, "That's right, we really should pay attention to him. Young Master Bai, come to the Misty Cloud Sect with me after it ends."

"Not for now. I need to ask someone to refine the Spirit Fusion Pill."

"I see."

It seemed she could only leave first. Her Teacher had said that she must return to the sect immediately after the Alchemist Convention ended.

The second round progressed quickly. Those who advanced were still Liu Ling, Xiao Yan, Yao Yue, Yan Li, and the remaining Alchemists.

"Everyone, time is up."

"Congratulations to those who have advanced to the Finals. The Finals will be held in a few days. Prepare your finest pills."

Thanks to Lonely Cigar for the reward.