Xiao Yan stared intently into Zhu Li's aged eyes and saw not the slightest trace of falsehood in them—at least, not that he could discern.
After pondering for a long time, Xiao Yan finally made up his mind and spoke softly.
"Alright. I agree to let Zi Yan return with you."
Zhu Li's shoulders trembled slightly upon hearing Xiao Yan's answer. He said nothing, but his eyes already revealed threads of excitement.
"Really? Thank you so much!"
Hei Qing was stunned for a long while before coming back to his senses. Overjoyed, he repeatedly bowed his head to thank Xiao Yan, while Xiao Yi Xian looked at the Xiao Yan she was supporting in astonishment.
"Wait? Xiao Yan? Didn't you just hear that Zi Yan would be in danger if she went back? And you still agreed to let her go?"
"I know. If possible, I wouldn't want her to go back either." Xiao Yan sighed deeply. "But the situation now is that even if we don't want Zi Yan involved in the Ancient Void Dragon Clan's affairs, she can no longer avoid them."
"..."
Xiao Yi Xian was suddenly stunned, then understood.
That was right. The other three Dragon Islands already knew of Zi Yan's existence. Even if they had been forced back this time, how could they possibly let things go when it came to someone who could threaten their status at any moment?
"So this matter became unavoidable the moment those three Dragon Islands came looking for us. Whether she goes back or not, Zi Yan will remain under the threat of death." Xiao Yan looked at Xiao Yi Xian and spoke solemnly. "Rather than remain passive, it would be better to take the initiative and go to them. Only by unifying the Ancient Void Dragon Clan