Meeting Hai Bodong Again

This time, Xiao Ming did not bring the Amethyst Winged Lion King with him when he went to the Imperial Capital; instead, he left it at the Xiao Family.

Firstly, the Amethyst Winged Lion King and his son, the Little Amethyst Winged Lion King, had not been reunited for long, so he wanted them to spend more time together.

The second point is the incident mentioned in the Simulator where the Xiao Family was attacked.

Leaving the Amethyst Winged Lion King there, along with Xue Tian, a Fifth Tier Magical Beast, can ensure that the Xiao Family won't have too many problems.

Both Xiao Yi Xian and Zi Yan are powerful experts above the Dou Emperor, so getting to the Imperial Capital is naturally not a problem for them.

Night falls, darkness envelops the earth, and the silver moon hangs high in the sky, its pale light scattering down slowly to dispel some of the darkness.

As the capital of the Jia Ma Empire, the Jia Ma Holy City was already brightly lit and bustling with people, showing no signs of falling silent despite the approaching night.

In a dark alley, Xiao Ming emerged with Zi Yan and Xiao Yi Xian.

They had just crossed the city walls and entered the Imperial Capital.

Zi Yan followed behind Xiao Ming, holding several thumb-sized purple fruits in her hand, stuffing them into her mouth, and muttering something from time to time.

Xiao Ming caught a glimpse of this scene out of the corner of his eye and couldn't help but reach out his right hand and pinch her cheek.

"It's all because of this Amethyst Grape that we wasted half a day. By the time we got here, the city gates were already closed. Otherwise, how could we have sneaked over the wall and gotten in?"

Zi Yan, whose cheek was being pinched, did not resist but continued eating fruit.

Xiao Ming shook his head helplessly.

Seeing this, Xiao Yi Xian smiled and said, "Xiao Ming, now that we're in the city, should we go directly to the Mittel Family, or stay at Inn for the night and then go to Mitel tomorrow?"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ming said, "Let's not go to the Alchemist Association."

"The Alchemist Association?" Xiao Yi Xian's eyes widened in surprise.

Upon hearing this, Zi Yan raised an eyebrow, stopped eating the Amethyst Grape, and quickly raised her hand to speak.

"I know. Go to the house the Alchemist Association gave to Xiao Ming; that house isn't far from the Alchemist Association."

"Oh, you remember it so clearly?" Xiao Ming chuckled. Back when he was Supreme Elder of the Alchemist Association, Fa Ma gave him a courtyard house in the name of the Alchemist Association. It was very close to the headquarters of the Alchemist Association and occupied a considerable area. However, he and Zi Yan did not live there for long. He did not expect that Zi Yan would still remember this.

"Hmph, I still remember that there was a very attractive Princess from the Jia Ma Imperial Family who was always very enthusiastic towards you!" Zi Yan said.

"You big-eyed rascal, I didn't expect you to go astray too!" Xiao Ming glared at Zi Yan, wondering why she had to bring this up.

The next second, Xiao Yi Xian cast a questioning gaze over. →

"Jia Ma Imperial Family Princess?"

"It was First Princess Yaoye of the Jia Ma Imperial Family. We crossed paths because the Jia Ma Imperial Family asked me to refine pills," Xiao Ming said casually.

"Oh, really?" Xiao Yi Xian smiled gently, not pressing for details, but she didn't believe a word Xiao Ming said. With Xiao Ming's extraordinary strength and handsome appearance that surpassed most people, who would believe that the women around him had no feelings for him? She certainly didn't.

"Ahem, let's not talk about this. The Jia Ma Holy City is quite lively tonight. I've been cultivating all this time and haven't really explored a big city like this much. Let's go for a walk together." Xiao Ming felt awkward talking about this, so he changed the subject.

Upon hearing this, both Zi Yan and Xiao Yi Xian's eyes lit up, and they nodded repeatedly.

The next day.

News of Xiao Ming's arrival in Jia Ma Holy City spread like wildfire, quickly reaching the various powerful families in the Imperial Capital.

Soon, the Mittel Family's carriage arrived at Xiao Ming's residence.

Some passersby stopped in their tracks when they saw the Mittel Family's carriage.

"Oh! If I'm not mistaken, that looks like the Mitel Schtegen Family's most luxurious carriage, doesn't it?"

Large Clan Rules, and in order to demonstrate their strength and status, they pay great attention to various details, such as clothing, shoes, and the carriages they ride in.

People who have lived in the Imperial Capital for a long time can easily tell the status of the passengers by the decorations on the carriages. This helps them avoid offending people they can't afford to offend, and can be considered a life skill.

"Look, someone's coming down!"

Under the watchful eyes of the onlookers, an elderly man with graying temples stepped steadily off the carriage and glanced at Xiao Ming's gate with a spirited expression.

The moment the old man appeared, the surrounding air fell silent, and the previous speculations vanished instantly.

The old man glanced around indifferently at first, then very warmly introduced himself to the gatekeeper and was invited inside.

As soon as the old man entered, a heated discussion broke out outside.

"Am I seeing things? That's the Supreme Elder of the Mittel Family, Ice Emperor Hai Bodong!" A middle-aged man stared at the gate, his face filled with shock.

If it were Ice Emperor Hai Bodong, it would be safe to say that no one in the Imperial Capital would be unaware of him.

He was a famous figure decades ago. Although he disappeared for decades, the Mittel Family has been thriving since his powerful return two years ago. During this time, he has also sparred with many powerful figures, which has restored his reputation to its former level.

Hai Bodong was a loner with a cold personality, so it was unexpected that he would smile so warmly at a doorman.

Of course, this situation wouldn't occur because the gatekeepers are special, but rather because their duties at the gate are special.

Many people have grasped the key point.

"Master Xiao Ming is indeed formidable; even an arrogant powerhouse like Ice Emperor Hai Bodong treats him with utmost respect."

"Does the Ice Emperor's visit mean that Master Xiao Ming has arrived in the Imperial Capital?"

"It's possible..."

Xiao Ming entered the living room and saw that the maid had prepared tea, so he waved for her to leave.

Sitting down in the main seat, Xiao Ming looked at Hai Bodong, who seemed to have aged considerably, and said with a smile, "The Mittel Family is certainly well-informed. I only returned last night, and you've already arrived today."

"It's not a matter of being well-informed or not. You didn't hide anything, did you? If I didn't know, Mitel would be unworthy of being the head of the Three Great Families. The other Three Great Families should already know about your trip to the Imperial Capital. I estimate that things will get lively here soon after I leave," Hai Bodong said, shaking his head.

"Ice Emperor, I don't think you came to visit me today just to reminisce. Your strength doesn't seem to have changed much over the years," Xiao Ming said slowly.

"Don't even mention it. The battle Dou Qi I lost after being sealed by Medusa is much harder to regain than I imagined." Hai Bodong said with a helpless expression.

"I came to see you about this matter as well. I have collected all the materials for the Purple Spirit Restoration Pill you mentioned back then, and I have also prepared the reward. I wonder when you can help me refine it." As he spoke, Hai Bodong rubbed his hands together expectantly.