Xiao Yi Xian Awakens

A thoughtful look appeared in Su Yun's eyes.

If the truth was as he had guessed, then the Small World behind the Gate of Life and Death likely had quite an extraordinary origin.

Perhaps after completing his second Heavenly Lies and becoming the Xiao Clan Dou Venerable, he could go investigate it.

For now, though, it was still too early.

There was no denying that Su Yun's combat prowess was unmatched, but no matter how strong he was, he was currently only a Dou Zong.

A Dou Zong could only make preliminary use of Space Power. Only a Dou Venerable could truly wield it and possess the ability to open a Space Passage.

As for entering that Small World through the Gate of Life and Death, Yun Shan and Yun Yun would most likely never agree...

Yun Yun's slender fingers unconsciously tightened as unease rose in her heart.

The Gate of Life and Death was the Misty Cloud Sect's greatest secret. If she had rashly told Su Yun about it and aroused his covetousness, then no one in the entire Misty Cloud Sect would be able to stop him...

Would that not make her a sinner of the sect?

"Since the Gate of Life and Death is a legacy left behind by Venerable Yun Potian, I hope your sect will make proper use of it."

Su Yun's expression carried a deeper meaning. Yun Yun finally let out a long breath of relief. Fortunately, Senior Su was a man of lofty character.

"Then, what about this Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pill?"

Yun Yun's gaze fell on the pill in Su Yun's hand.

"These are trivial matters. You rendered great service in the battle at Black Sky City. It would have been improper to grant you only the right to take a disciple. Consider this Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pill your reward."

Su Yun nodded. The snow-white pill floating above his palm moved without wind, arcing through the air as it flew steadily toward Yun Yun.

A smile appeared on Yun Yun's lovely face. "Thank you, Senior Su."

"Mm."

Having achieved her goal, Yun Yun did not linger. Before leaving, she even asked Su Yun not to spread word that she had come.

Su Yun watched her departing figure, deep in thought. "Have this master and disciple already begun to grow apart...?"

But that was someone else's family matter and had nothing to do with Su Yun.

Over the following period, the Jia Ma Empire entered a calm phase.

The major forces of the Imperial Capital began dividing up the Three Great Empires. The Mite'er Family gained the largest share, while the others followed close behind and also profited handsomely.

Only the Misty Cloud Sect and the Imperial Family could do nothing but watch, and they cursed plenty behind closed doors.

Time drifted by beneath clear skies.

An unfamiliar Dou Emperor aura rose from the Mite'er Family, wild and unrestrained, without the slightest intention of concealing itself.

Within the Imperial Family, Yao Ye clenched the spear in her hand as her pupils constricted. "How long has it been? The Mite'er Family has produced another Dou Emperor!"

The major forces of the Imperial Capital were likewise shaken, and the news rapidly spread.

At the Mite'er Family, within Su Yun's residence.

Xiao Yi Xian's long eyelashes trembled lightly before slowly lifting. Her eyes were filled with confusion. She instinctively tried to sit up, only to discover that her limbs were unbearably stiff. The slightest movement brought a numbing, aching sensation.

"You slept for too long. Your body no longer obeys you."

A clear voice with a faint smile sounded by her ear. Xiao Yi Xian turned her head, and Su Yun's ethereal figure came into view.

Warmth filled Xiao Yi Xian's heart. Her teacher had been watching over her all along.

"Teacher, how long did I sleep?"

Su Yun replied, "Five months."

Xiao Yi Xian was stunned. "Five months!"

"Mm. You were struck by Xie Biyan's Demonic Poisonous Pustule. The poison was too powerful for your poison body to withstand, causing you to fall into slumber."

Su Yun explained slowly, and only then did Xiao Yi Xian recall what had happened before she lost consciousness.

The situation on the battlefield changed in an instant. How could Xiao Yi Xian have detected an attack at the Dou Zong level? She had merely seen a flash of black light before completely losing consciousness.

"Oh, oh."

Xiao Yi Xian answered dazedly, then suddenly seemed to sense something. Her small hand abruptly clenched.

"Eh!"

She tilted her head, staring blankly at the powerful Dou Qi floating above her palm. This power was far greater than it had been before she fell asleep.

"Th-this is!"

Xiao Yi Xian sprang to her feet with a jolt, but she used too much force. With a thud, her head slammed into the bedframe, and the enormous force shattered it to pieces.

She rubbed her head, suddenly at a loss.

Su Yun pressed a hand to his forehead and sighed. Why did his bargain disciple seem to have become dumber after sleeping?

She had not been very clever to begin with. If this continued, what was he supposed to do?

"Calm your mind, circulate your cultivation, and regulate your breath!"

Su Yun shouted softly.

"Yes!"

Xiao Yi Xian's expression turned solemn. Under Su Yun's guidance, she circulated the Nether Poison Canon to soothe the powerful Dou Qi within her body.

Half an hour later, Xiao Yi Xian finally brought the Dou Qi within her body under preliminary control.

"Although the Demonic Poisonous Pustule caused you to fall asleep, it also helped you ascend to the Dou Emperor realm. You can consider it a blessing in disguise.

"However, your cultivation rose too quickly, so you will need some time to bring it under control."

"I understand, Teacher."

Having understood the whole story, Xiao Yi Xian replied happily.

Su Yun nodded. "Once you have adapted to your cultivation, we will leave the Jia Ma Empire and head to the Black Corner Region.

"The Jia Ma Empire is too small. You need a larger stage to grow."

Xiao Yi Xian's eyes curved into crescents, and two sweet dimples appeared on her cheeks. "I'll follow all of Teacher's arrangements."

"Mm."

Su Yun had her regulate her breath on her own, then went to the main hall and asked Ya Fei to summon Hai Bodong and Mittel Tengshan.

"My lord."

The two men cupped their fists.

Envy flashed through Mittel Tengshan's eyes as he asked, "My lord, that aura just now...?"

Su Yun said calmly, "That's right. Xian'er has awakened and advanced to Dou Emperor."

With his guess confirmed, Mittel Tengshan grew even more envious. He had cultivated diligently for most of his life, yet he was still only a Dou Wang.

In contrast, Xiao Yi Xian had broken through to Dou Emperor before even reaching twenty. Comparing people truly could make one furious.

Hai Bodong also sighed with feeling. "Is this what a genius is?"

"What the Dou Qi Continent lacks are strong experts. Geniuses are as numerous as fish crossing a river."

Su Yun shook his head. With a sweep of his sleeve, six Jade Bottles containing Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pills appeared on the table.

"This is..."

A fiery gleam flashed through both men's eyes.

The Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pill was entirely white, lustrous as snow, and carried a crisp medicinal fragrance. It was Su Yun's exclusive Pill Formula, so how could they not recognize it?

"This Sect Master will soon depart for the Black Corner Region. The Chu Yun Empire will still need the two of you to manage it, so I will not be taking you along.

"There are six Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pills here. Three for each of you.

"After taking three Ice Skin Spirit Cleansing Pills, there is hope of reaching Dou Zong."

Su Yun smiled faintly. At those words, both men's Adam's apples bobbed.

Mittel Tengshan pointed at himself and hurriedly asked, "My lord, even I...?"

"Could This Sect Master's words be false...? Of course, if you do not work hard at cultivating, you cannot blame This Sect Master."

Su Yun's expression was cold.

"I would not dare!"

Su Yun casually dangled the bait. "Mm. Serve This Sect Master well, and there will naturally be even greater benefits in the future.

"After This Sect Master leaves, if you encounter any difficulties, you may seek Medusa of the Snake-People Tribe for assistance."

"Yes!"

"Mm. You may leave."

The two men departed clutching the Jade Bottles, their figures disappearing into the corridor.

Yet after walking some distance out of the residence, Mittel Tengshan suddenly stuffed his pills into Hai Bodong's hands.

Hai Bodong's pupils shrank. "Teng Shan, what are you doing?!"

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