Fallen Genius

"Dou Zhi Li, third stage!"

Beside the Testing Magic Stone Tablet, a middle-aged man slowly announced the result, deep regret showing in his eyes.

Regretful remarks rose one after another from the surging crowd below the platform.

"It's the same again this year."

"He was so talented once."

"Even heaven envies genius."

The crowd below buzzed with discussion. The Three Elders seated atop the High Platform also looked regretfully at Xiao Yan before the Magic Stone Tablet.

"What exactly went wrong with this child?"

The Great Elder let out a deep sigh. Once a genius youth admired by the entire clan, he had now fallen into such a predicament for an Unknown Reason.

Xiao Zhan, seated nearby as both Clan Leader and Xiao Yan's father, also had sorrow in his eyes.

His son, Xiao Yan, had once possessed talent that made all of Wutan City envious. He was humble and sincere toward others, with popularity beyond compare. He treated everyone equally and kindly.

He could have become a Rising Star of Wutan City.

Yet compared to the regret of others, Xiao Yan, the Person Involved, was not overly dejected. He merely furrowed his brows slightly.

What exactly was wrong with his body?

Just then, someone suddenly threw an arm around Xiao Yan and comforted him with a cheerful smile.

"Don't be sad, little brother Xiao Yan. Believe in yourself. There'll always be a way to solve it someday."

Xiao Yan turned his head and saw a youth around his age standing beside him, his eyes filled with deep concern.

The Xiao Family Great Elder's Grandson, and also Xiao Yan's cousin, Xiao Ning.

"Mm, I'm not really that sad myself."

Xiao Yan shrugged lightly, showing his calmness. Seeing this, Xiao Ning was relieved and gave Xiao Yan's shoulder a heavy pat.

"That's right. A Manly Man will get through it eventually." As he spoke, Xiao Ning Leaned Towards Xiao Yan's ear and grinned. "Come on. A few pretty girls arrived at Ningchun Tower today. Your cousin will treat you to some fun."

"Um, Cousin Xiao Ning..." Xiao Yan pointed at himself awkwardly. "We're still underage."

"So what if we're underage? Does being underage mean we can't have fun? Let me tell you, life should be enjoyed while you can. Don't care about those Old Customs and Rules."

"Cousin Xiao Ning~~~"

Suddenly, two sinister voices sounded from behind Xiao Ning, making his hairs stand on end. He whipped around and saw two young women staring at him with Dark Faces and Dangerous Smiles.

Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er, younger sisters from the same clan as Xiao Yan and Xiao Ning.

Seeing their Beautiful but Terrifying Countenances, Xiao Ning was instantly Scared. He hurriedly released Xiao Yan and frantically waved his hands.

"W-Well! My test is over! I'll head down first!"

After saying that, Xiao Ning leaped off the Testing Platform In a Flash and disappeared into the Vast Crowd, leaving Xiao Yan speechless.

Once Xiao Ning left their Line of Sight, Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er's expressions softened. Xiao Mei placed One Hand on her hip and pointed at Xiao Yan with the other, scolding him unhappily.

"Cousin Xiao Yan! Stay away from that guy Xiao Ning from now on! He Can't Think of Anything Good!"

Xiao Xun'er did not warn Xiao Yan about anything. She merely smiled with a Gloomy Face and asked,

"Brother Xiao Yan, have you ever been to that Ningchun Tower?"

Dangerous!

Extremely dangerous!!!

Seeing Xiao Xun'er's expression, Xiao Yan rapidly shook his head in denial.

"No! Absolutely not! I don't even have enough time to train every day. How could I possibly go to a place like that?!"

After saying that, Xiao Yan jumped off the Testing Platform Like Fleeing, leaving the two of them with a sentence.

"You two continue testing! I'm leaving first!"

Xiao Yan ran out of the courtyard In a Flash. Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er watched his retreating Back View, exchanged helpless looks, then turned to undergo their Dou Zhi Li tests.

"Dou Zhi Li, seventh stage!"

"Dou Zhi Li, ninth stage!"

Having just stepped out of the courtyard, Xiao Yan heard the Broadcast Sound from behind him, and his expression dimmed slightly.

Some things could not be overcome in one's heart, no matter how Open-minded one tried to be.

"Whew. Those two Sisters are really terrifying."

Just then, Xiao Ning, who had just left, reappeared beside Xiao Yan. He looked at Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er on the Testing Platform with Lingering Fear.

It seemed that if he wanted to take Xiao Yan out to have fun in the future, he would need to be more careful.

"Ah, popular people sure have plenty of trouble, don't they, Cousin Xiao Yan?" Xiao Ning patted Xiao Yan's back again, then hooked an arm around his neck. "Come on! While those two aren't watching you, your cousin will take you to Ningchun Tower!"

After saying that, Xiao Ning ignored Xiao Yan's objections, held him close, and left the Xiao Family Courtyard toward Ningchun Tower.

Xiao Yan did not resist too much.

He knew that his cousin wanted to cheer him up, and Xiao Yan truly could not bear to refuse such kindness.

Besides, he himself was actually Quite Interested in Ningchun Tower, a place he had never visited before.

After crossing the crowded streets, Xiao Ning brought Xiao Yan to the Busy Market of Wutan City, to the Ningchun Tower he had mentioned.

The moment they stepped through the door, a flamboyantly dressed Mature Woman Came Forward. Her eyes lit up when she saw Xiao Ning, and her voice immediately turned exceedingly affected.

"Oh~~~ Young Master Xiao Ning has come to Do Us the Honor again." The Mature Woman then saw Xiao Yan beside Xiao Ning and Raised an Eyebrow slightly. "And this is?"

"This is my brother. Just call him Little Yanzi." Xiao Ning laughed heartily and asked, "I heard Ningchun Tower got a few new girls?"

"Oh my~ no wonder it's you. The girls just arrived, and you already got the news."

The Mature Woman lightly waved her handkerchief and Teased him.

"Those girls are all Beautiful as Celestial Beings, and they haven't even had the chance to Receive Guests yet~"

"Then perfect. I'll take them all today!"

Xiao Ning Waved His Hand Grandly, and the Mature Woman beamed with delight.

"As expected of Young Master Xiao Ning, so generous!" The Mature Woman then turned back and called out, "Girls~ come out and greet the guests~"

As her Words Fell, several Beautiful Women emerged from backstage. Xiao Ning's eyes instantly went wide.

Beautiful as Celestial Beings indeed.

But Xiao Ning quickly came back to himself, knowing full well what he had come for today. He directly Pushed Xiao Yan into the middle of the Beautiful Women.

Having never been to such a place, Xiao Yan had never seen such a spectacle. His face instantly turned Flushed.

Although Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er were always around him, how could the charms of young women compare to these Mature Women?

"Take good care of my brother today. This Kid is still underage, so make sure he has fun. There's Plenty of Money!"

After saying that, Xiao Ning directly Took Out a Money Bag from his pocket and tossed it to the Mature Woman. The smile on her face became even more radiant.

"Alright~ I'll definitely have the girls serve this young master well~" The Mature Woman Paused for a Moment, then Looked Towards behind Xiao Ning and asked, "Are these two Young Ladies with you as well?"

"Huh? What two Young Ladies?"

Xiao Ning Twisted His Mouth in confusion and turned to look behind him.

What Came into View were the chilling smiles of Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er, with faint Black Qi that Made People afraid emanating from behind them.

In that instant, Xiao Ning had already thought of his own funeral arrangements.

"T-Two Sisters... you finished your tests so quickly?"

Sweat poured down Xiao Ning's face. He wore an extremely forced smile as his body slowly retreated.

And every time Xiao Ning Took a Step Forward backward, Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er Took a Step Forward. The Terrifying Countenances on their faces did not fade in the Slightest.

"Xiao Ning, we can't control you coming here to have fun yourself."

"But dragging Brother Xiao Yan here is Not Good."

Watching Xiao Mei and Xiao Xun'er's faces draw Closer and Closer, Xiao Ning's Heart Became Ice Cold, and despair surged into his heart.

My life is over!