Xun'er

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Gu Xun'er (薰儿)
Alias(es)	Xiao Xun'er
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Ancient Clan; formerly resided with the Xiao Family
Occupation/Role	Eldest young lady of the Ancient Clan
Status	Alive 258
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dou Practitioner (Dou Zhe)	8	States that she has just broken through; her talent is described as sufficient for her to advance whenever she wishes. 8

Background

Xun'er brought Bai Xiaoran into the Xiao Family after he had struggled to survive alone for several years. She discovered that the exceptionally feminine-looking Bai was male, but this only deepened her affection for him. 1

While living with the Xiao Family, she quietly used Ancient Clan resources to support Bai's cultivation. She gave him Qi Gathering Powder for his breakthrough, acquired additional recovery pills for him through Ling Ying, and supplied him with several Dou Techniques. 1 2 5

Her true identity as a member of the Ancient Clan remained concealed during her time in Wutan City and Jia Nan Academy. When the Soul Hall's appearance and her clan's circumstances forced her return, she finally revealed herself as Gu Xun'er and departed under the Black Annihilation Army's escort. 83 88

Appearance

Xun'er is a tall, slender young woman with fair skin, long dark hair, and an elegant bearing. As she matures, she is described as carrying the refined presence of a “pure white moonlight beauty.” 1 137

• Often wears refined Ancient Clan attire; at the Ancient Clan gathering, she appears in a pale-purple gown embroidered with golden Phoenix patterns. 246
• Her expression can shift sharply from gentle composure to a cold, authoritative glare when Bai Xiaoran is threatened. 149 246
• Maintains a graceful and dignified public image as the Ancient Clan's eldest young lady. 231

Personality

Xun'er is devoted, generous, and openly affectionate toward Bai Xiaoran. Even when she considered his talent average, she prioritized his needs over her own cultivation resources and wanted to bring him safely into the Ancient Clan. 1

Her affection is strongly possessive. She becomes suspicious of women around Bai, drives Hu Jia away from him, and reacts angrily after learning that he has married and gained other romantic partners. 67 180 231 She nevertheless attempts to understand Bai's circumstances and eventually forgives him, though she insists that her place in his heart remain irreplaceable. 231

Despite her gentle demeanor, Xun'er is decisive and intimidating when necessary. She orders Ancient Clan elders to intervene against enemies, confronts commanders who threaten Bai, and considers forcibly bringing him to the Ancient Clan when his continued absence frustrates her. 149 180 246

Abilities & Skills

Ancient Clan Authority

As the Ancient Clan's eldest young lady, Xun'er can command powerful clan members and has significant influence over the Black Annihilation Army.

• Ordered Elder Lin and Elder Yuan to protect Bai Xiaoran against Ling Quan and the Black Annihilation Army. 151 152
• Rebuked Black Annihilation Army commander Gu Yao for threatening Bai and compelled him to back down. 246
• Mobilized Ancient Clan elders to confront Ice River Valley and Soul Hall forces during the attack on Ye City. 149

Heavenly Tomb Knowledge

Xun'er is familiar with the Heavenly Tomb's structure and its dangers.

• Explains that the tomb has three layers populated by increasingly dangerous Energy Bodies, including former Dou Sheng-level experts in the Third Layer. 253
• Warns her group about hostile Soul Clan Energy Bodies and the threats awaiting them in the Third Layer. 253 256

Talisman Use

Xun'er carries and can activate powerful Ancient Clan talismans.

• Uses a talisman to counter a Soul Clan Dou Sheng Energy Body at the entrance to the Heavenly Tomb's Third Layer. 256

Equipment / Items

• Qi Gathering Powder — Given to Bai Xiaoran to help him reach the Dou Practitioner realm. 1
• Imperial Seal Art scrolls — Entrusted the first two seals of the Ancient Clan's inherited technique to Bai Xiaoran; the technique comprises the Mountain Splitting, Sea Overturning, Earth Overturning, Heaven Annihilating, and Ancient Emperor Seals. 93
• Great Annihilation Finger scroll — Secretly gave Bai a Heavenly Tier Ancient Clan technique that manifests a destructive black energy finger. 120
• Ancient Clan talisman — Used against a Dou Sheng Energy Body in the Heavenly Tomb. 256

Relationships

• Bai Xiaoran — Her longtime beloved and intended future husband. She brought him into the Xiao Family, supported his cultivation, repeatedly protected him, and seeks to publicly claim him as her partner within the Ancient Clan. 1 152 231 251
• Gu Yuan — Her father and the Ancient Clan patriarch. He ultimately accepts Bai Xiaoran as a suitable match and later discusses Xun'er's wedding with him. 247 258
• Ling Ying — Her protector and subordinate. He obtains resources at her request and reports Bai Xiaoran's movements to her after she returns to the Ancient Clan. 1 137
• Elder Lin and Elder Yuan — Ancient Clan elders who escort Xun'er, act on her orders, and protect Bai Xiaoran alongside her. 149 152 231
• Queen Medusa — A romantic rival for Bai Xiaoran's affection. Their encounters are tense, with both viewing the other as competition. 60 83
• Xiao Yi Xian — Another of Bai Xiaoran's companions and a potential rival. The two initially meet cautiously but speak peacefully and jointly protect Bai from Ling Quan's forces. 151 152
• Gu Yao — Commander of the Black Annihilation Army. Xun'er publicly humiliates him after he threatens Bai Xiaoran. 246

Major Arcs

Xiao Family and Jia Nan Academy

Xun'er assists Bai Xiaoran throughout his early cultivation, providing pills, Dou Techniques, and protection while discouraging Xiao Yan and other admirers from approaching him. 1 2 5

After Bai arrives at Jia Nan Academy, Xun'er enthusiastically reunites with him and becomes increasingly protective when Hu Jia and other students show interest in him. 66 67 She also considers giving him the Ancient Clan's Imperial Seal Art, despite its normal requirement for Ancient Clan bloodline. 75

Return to the Ancient Clan

Learning that she must return to her clan, Xun'er becomes distressed at the prospect of leaving Bai behind. Before departing with the Black Annihilation Army, she reveals her Ancient Clan identity and shares an emotional farewell with him. 83 88

From the Ancient Clan, she continues to support Bai by leaving behind the Imperial Seal Art and Great Annihilation Finger for him to unlock as his cultivation rises. 93 120

Rescue at Ye City

When Ice River Valley and the Soul Hall attack Ye City, Xun'er arrives with Ancient Clan reinforcements and overturns the battlefield's balance. She confronts the enemy Dou Zuns directly and ensures Bai receives protection while weakened from using the Buddha's Rage Fire Lotus. 149

When Ling Quan later attempts to take both her and Bai back to the Ancient Clan by force, she orders her elders to intervene and openly supports Bai as he defeats Ling Quan. 151 152

Conflict over Bai Xiaoran's Other Relationships

After learning that Bai has wives and additional companions, Xun'er grows angry at Ling Ying for concealing the information. She considers having Bai seized and brought to the Ancient Clan, accepting responsibility for the consequences herself. 180

Her anger resurfaces when reports reveal further threats against Bai and more women around him. Even so, she remains focused on his safety, ordering continued surveillance of his movements and Soul Hall's attempts to capture him. 213 221

Reunion and Ancient Clan Recognition

Xun'er visits Bai after his Alchemy Tower succession ceremony and spends three days with him. She confronts him over his other relationships, but accepts his reassurance and declares that she intends to make their relationship public when the opportunity arises. 231

At the Ancient Clan's Coming-of-Age Ceremony, she defends Bai against Gu Yao, completes the Seven-Colored Golden Pattern test, and openly confesses to Bai beneath a tree. 246 247 She later introduces him before the Ancient Clan elders as her future husband and protects him when they attempt to intimidate him. 251

Heavenly Tomb Expedition

Xun'er accompanies Bai Xiaoran, Xiao Yan, and Yao Chen into the Heavenly Tomb. She explains the tomb's dangers, uses an Ancient Clan talisman to counter a Soul Clan Energy Body, and remains concerned for Bai's safety during their advance into the Third Layer. 253 256

Notable Quotes

“Brother Xiaoran, Xun'er will wait for you in the Ancient Clan.” 152

“This is my future husband.” 251