8. Xiao Yi Xian

The coming-of-age ceremony seemed rather troublesome. Xiao Tian and Xiao Xun'er sat in a pavilion, waiting for it to begin. Xiao Tian said, "What a hassle. Who knows how much longer it'll take!"

Xiao Xun'er said, "Tian-gege, don't be so impatient. This is a rule passed down through your Xiao Family~" Xiao Tian frowned at her words, but said nothing further.

Not far from the two of them, Xiao Ning looked at Xiao Tian with envy, jealousy, and hatred. But he knew he was no match for Xiao Tian, so he turned his attention to Xiao Yan instead. Today, he would definitely defeat him! The man who had defeated him before!

Watching Xiao Tian and Xiao Xun'er laughing and chatting together, Xiao Yan felt a wave of displeasure as well. When I surpass Xiao Tian, I'll make you regret your choice today! Hmph! Then, Xiao Yan seemed to sense Xiao Ning's hostile gaze. He looked at him and merely said, "Idiot."

After saying that casually, he looked toward Xiao Yu on Xiao Ning's left. His gaze lingered over her pair of sexy, slender legs before he finally withdrew it when the woman's face turned livid.

He smiled faintly, thinking that he had only accidentally seen her bathing once. Nothing had even happened, and he had not seen anything at all, yet she had chased him for half a year. What a crazy woman!

At this moment, the coming-of-age ceremony on the platform began as well. After some time, the ceremony, which had been going on for half a day, finally reached the family's senior juniors. "Xiao Yan!"

Xiao Yan stepped forward and placed both hands on the magic stone. The crowd below watched quietly. Second Elder was somewhat surprised, but still announced, "Xiao Yan, Eight Stages of Dou Qi!"

Gasp~ The crowd below immediately began discussing it. "So it's true! Yes, yes, Xiao Yan really... And he's already at the eighth stage now! Incredible!"

When it was Xiao Tian's turn, he went up and casually took the test. "Xiao Tian, Eight-Star Dou Practitioner!" Everyone below already knew, so no one was particularly surprised. They were simply filled with envy.

Xiao Yu, who stood beside Xiao Ning, said, "He's actually an Eight-Star Dou Practitioner? He's even stronger than the people at our academy!" Xiao Ning replied helplessly, "I don't know what happened either. A year ago, he was only at the seventh stage." Xiao Yu said, "Hehe, he really is a monster!"

After Xiao Xun'er finished, Xiao Ning challenged Xiao Yan once again. The result was the same as last time. Even after taking medicine, he was still no match for Xiao Yan.

Then came the day when everyone went to choose cultivation techniques. Xiao Tian directly chose not to go, and when Xiao Xun'er learned that Xiao Tian was not going, she lost interest as well. So the two continued going out to have fun.

A few days later, Xiao Xun'er said, "Tian-gege, I'm leaving. I'm going back to the Gu Clan." Xiao Tian looked at the reluctant Xun'er and said, "Mm, I understand. Let's work hard at cultivating together!" Xiao Xun'er asked, "Tian-gege, does that vixen from the Miter Auction House have feelings for you?" Xiao Tian did not lie and replied, "Yes, she's my woman too. Are you jealous?" Xiao Xun'er gave a snort~!

Xiao Tian smiled. "It's normal for someone as handsome and exceptional as me to have many women. Don't be jealous, understand~" Hearing Xiao Tian's shameless words, Xiao Xun'er was utterly dumbfounded! Who gave you the courage to say such things to me with so much confidence!

Xiao Xun'er said to Xiao Tian, "Hmph~! You don't love me. Otherwise, why would you look for other women while loving me?" Xiao Tian said, "I have too much love for you to bear alone. I'm only finding people to help you share the burden~" Xiao Xun'er said helplessly, "You're not allowed to forget Xun'er. You must come find Xun'er, or once Xun'er grows stronger, I'll come for you!"

Xiao Tian said, "That works too~ Hehe, you can protect me then, and I'll follow you around." Xiao Xun'er said, "Hmph, when the time comes, I'll chase away all those vixens! Then I'll lock you up and keep you for myself."

Xiao Tian said, "Damn, a woman's heart really is the most poisonous~ Xun'er, you've changed."

Xiao Xun'er said, "Hmph, I'm just asking whether you're afraid or not!"

Xiao Tian said, "I am. Terrified. I'll definitely cultivate hard and go find you as soon as possible."

Xiao Xun'er said, "Goodbye, Tian-gege!" With that, she pressed her lips to Xiao Tian's. The two shared a deep kiss. After it ended, Xiao Xun'er and Ling Ying left the Xiao Family. What a silly girl. Xiao Tian then returned to his room, packed his things, and prepared to head for Qingshan Town.

He would first go treasure hunting with Xiao Yi Xian. There was a great opportunity there. Hehe, then he would return to take the Jia Nan Academy test. He would get there ahead of Xiao Yan and claim all of Qingshan Town's opportunities.

The next morning, Xiao Tian set off for Qingshan Town. As for luggage, a storage ring solved everything! He traveled light, running all the way toward Qingshan Town.

In Qingshan Town, a group of mercenaries on the street were forming a team to enter the Monster Mountain Range and hunt first-tier magical beasts. A somewhat rough-looking man was gathering people, and Xiao Tian followed the sound with his gaze. Feeling a little bored, he was about to leave when—

He heard a young girl's voice. "Can you take me with you? I want to gather herbs!" The man said, "Xiao Yi Xian, of course you can. We'll definitely protect you." Xiao Yi Xian smiled. "Thank you. In return, if any of you are injured, I'll treat you for free."

Xiao Tian also looked toward the girl. She wore a pale white dress, and while her appearance was not peerlessly stunning, she was still a rare beauty. Her delicate, fair cheeks exuded a fresh and ethereal air that greatly enhanced her charm~

Xiao Tian then looked at the girl's willow-like waist, slim enough to be grasped in one hand. It was the narrowest waist Xiao Tian had ever seen. He walked over and said to the man recruiting people, "Can I join you too?" The burly man said, "Little brother, we're going to hunt magical beasts. This isn't child's play!" Xiao Tian said, "I'm an Eight-Star Dou Practitioner. Will that do?"

As he spoke, Xiao Tian released his aura. Everyone felt the powerful presence and was shocked. Such a young boy was actually an Eight-Star Dou Practitioner! "Good, good, good! Welcome, young master!" With such an exceptional person joining their team, would they not be much safer?

Xiao Yi Xian also glanced at the young man, secretly startled. He wore a white robe and looked scholarly and delicate. She had not expected him to be so powerful! I should observe his character. If he's suitable, perhaps I can take him treasure hunting.

After enough people had gathered, they all entered the Monster Mountain Range. As they entered, the leader said, "Everyone, be careful. The Monster Mountain Range is full of hidden dangers~! First-tier magical beasts are manageable, but if we encounter a second-tier one, don't linger in battle! Retreat immediately."

After the burly man finished his introduction, everyone set up camp. At night in the mountains, especially in the Monster Mountain Range, even the outer regions were extremely dangerous!

That night, Xiao Tian sat in a tree, looking at the moon in silence. By the campfire, Xiao Yi Xian quietly watched him, constantly wondering whether she should take him along. Finally, she walked over and called out, "Hello, I'm Xiao Yi Xian. Can we be friends?"

Xiao Tian jumped down and said, "Xiao Tian. Of course I can be friends with a beauty. Do you need something from me?" Xiao Tian was not arrogant enough to think that his domineering aura had conquered Xiao Yi Xian.

Xiao Yi Xian said, "I really do need your help with something. It's a good thing." Xiao Tian said, "Tell me what it is." Xiao Yi Xian hesitated before saying, "When I was gathering herbs, I found a hidden treasure site. I don't know what is inside, but I don't think the items will be bad. However, I'm too weak to enter it, so I was wondering if you'd be interested?" Xiao Tian did not answer her. Instead, he said, "Is it really okay for you to tell a stranger something like that? What if I had other intentions? Wouldn't you be in danger? You don't have even a bit of safety awareness. The little poison you have on hand is completely useless against me."

Xiao Yi Xian was somewhat dumbfounded! I only asked whether you were interested in treasure hunting with me. What's with this lecture? Though displeased, she could be certain that the young man before her was not someone who would harm her. This only strengthened her resolve, but since he looked down on the medicine she had concocted so much, she would definitely teach him a lesson when she got the chance!

Xiao Yi Xian said, "Xiao Tian, when I was gathering herbs, I discovered a treasure site. Would you be willing to explore it with me?" Xiao Tian said, "Then let's go." Xiao Yi Xian said, "Wait for me. I'll go speak to the captain first. It wouldn't be good to leave on my own."

Xiao Tian nodded. Xiao Yi Xian walked over to the burly man who was the group's captain and explained that she needed to gather some herbs, with the young man accompanying her. The captain agreed immediately. Since he himself was not as strong as the young man, he readily agreed!