The Three-Year Agreement Begins, the Mo Family Members

The next day, at dawn, Yun Yun led Xiao Tian and the other three to a pavilion next to the Sect Plaza.

"When the sect mobilizes or holds a major competition, this is the Sect Master's exclusive spot, where he can have a direct view of the entire Martial Arts Plaza."

Yun Yun introduced them to the four people.

"Wow, this view is amazing! Looks like we're really benefiting from Sister Yun's help."

Qing Lin looked around with curiosity.

At this moment, nearly a thousand disciples dressed in the Misty Cloud Sect Moon-White Robes sat in a semi-circle on the square.

"Grand Elder, I saw him in Salt City before my family was wiped out. I remember him very clearly. Could the massacre of my family be related to him?"

Behind Yun Leng, a woman whispered to him.

If Xiao Tian were to examine this woman closely, he would recognize her as the Mo Family Second Miss who had previously "led the way" for them.

Because they were not qualified to enter the Council Hall at the time, they narrowly escaped disaster.

"Do you have any proof that it's him? He's the Sect Master Master's future husband. Who would dare to make things up without evidence?"

Yun Leng narrowed his eyes slightly, seemingly calculating something in his mind, but spoke casually.

"I... I can't be sure either, but the timing of his appearance is too coincidental."

Don't say things without evidence.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Yun Leng's eyes as he softly reprimanded the woman.

A hint of resentment flashed in the woman's eyes, though it was unclear whether it was resentment towards Xiao Tian or something else.

Nalan Yanran stood at the very front of the crowd, right in the middle of the square.

Xiao Tian sensed a strong hostility and turned to look. A middle-aged man was standing on the far right of the square, staring at him.

This middle-aged man was none other than Pill King Gu He.

Yun Yun naturally sensed Gu He's hostility towards Xiao Tian and knew the reason. She immediately looked at Xiao Tian with a hint of apology in her eyes.

Xiao Tian shook his head, took Yun Yun's hand, and shook his head again, assuring her not to worry.

Gu He's feelings were unrequited; Yun Yun had never felt anything for Gu He.

Seeing the faint happiness on Yun Yun's face, this scene felt like a sharp knife, piercing deeply into Gu He's heart.

Gu He's face turned ashen, and an indescribable pain flashed in his eyes.

Reality is cruel. He knew that his feelings for Yun Yun were hopeless, because his love had always been like a stone sinking into the sea, unable to stir even a ripple.

But seeing someone so young get what they've always dreamed of is truly hard to accept.

Liu Ling, standing to the side, could also understand her teacher's pain, because she herself had also been longing for something but had not been able to obtain it. However, at least she still had a sliver of a chance.

The two were truly doomed because they were cursed by the Xiao Family.

Although they were rivals in love, Xiao Tian still admired Gu He quite a bit, at least he had talent and was a decent person.

The others who witnessed this scene also whispered among themselves. Although there were rumors that their Sect Master had been plucked by an outsider, the fact that it was actually happening before their eyes was still very difficult for the disciples to accept.

Many people stood atop the giant trees surrounding the square.

"Isn't that Xiao Tian and Ya Fei?"

Fa Ma looked towards the pavilion, his face filled with astonishment. The members of the Alchemist Guild were mostly focused on alchemy and paid little attention to intelligence.

"Pharaoh, you may not know this, but Young Friend Xiao Tian has plucked the aloof beauty of the Misty Cloud Sect."

Nalan Jie stroked his beard and said that when he first heard the news, he was also shocked and thought he had misheard.

"Xiao Tian's luck with women is truly Three Golden Flowers of the Imperial Capital. Two of them have been snatched away at once; I bet many people are heartbroken and can't breathe."

"It's so good to be young," Mittel Tengshan remarked.

"Hmph, old man Teng Shan, stop pretending to be innocent after you've gotten the better deal."

As time passed, Hai Bo Dong appeared beside Mittel Tengshan.

When Xiao Tian saw Hai Bo Dong appear, he knew that Xiao Yan would be arriving soon as well.

Less than five breaths later, a young man carrying Black Giant Ruler appeared in the square.

The young man raised his head, revealing a handsome and refined face; the newcomer was none other than Xiao Yan.

Xiao Yan stood in the square without any emotion, simply surveying the scene at the Yun Lan Sect Plaza.

When Xiao Yan saw Xiao Tian sitting on the pavilion in the square with the woman beside him, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

Isn't this the same Dou Emperor who fought the Amethyst Winged Lion King and carried him and Xiao Tian during the battle in the Monster Mountain Range?

The combination of "Misty Cloud Sect" and "Dou Emperor" told Xiao Yan that this woman was Misty Cloud Sect, the Sect Master of the Yun Yun Sect.

Seeing Xiao Tian and Yun Yun sitting together, and recalling the ambiguous relationship she had witnessed between them before, she felt a pang of sadness.

Xiao Yan smiled slightly; so that's what Tian Ge meant last night.

How delightful it would be to abduct the Sect Master of the Misty Cloud Sect and make her a daughter-in-law of the Xiao Family!

He also knew that no matter what happened to him today, he would be fine, because the other side's Sect Master was now on his side.

Xiao Yan collected his thoughts, looked at the woman in the center of the square, and spoke calmly.

"The Xiao Family, Xiao Yan."

Nalan Yanran looked at the young man standing in the distance. The young man had shed his former naivety and sharpness, and in his place was a profound composure.

Seeing Xiao Yan's change, Nalan Yanran's gaze became slightly complicated.

"The Nalan Family, Nalan Yanran."

Slowly standing up, Nalan Yanran's graceful figure was as upright as a Proud Bone Snow Lotus. Her bright eyes were fixed on Xiao Yan, and her voice was as calm as his.

Watching the two standoff, the old creatures in the trees murmured amongst themselves, some gloating, others slightly annoyed.

"I am Misty Cloud Sect, the Grand Elder of the Yun Leng."

An old man, located at the center of the Misty Cloud Sect disciples, slowly spoke.

"With the Sect Master's consent, this Three-Year Agreement will be presided over by me. The purpose of this competition is to exchange skills and make friendly comparisons."

"Life and death are left to fate." A soft voice suddenly rang out, interrupting Yun Leng's words.

Yun Leng frowned slightly. Xiao Yan's interruption made this Grand Elder, who had been in a high position for a long time and had never been contradicted, very unhappy.

Upon hearing this and seeing the look in Xiao Yan's eyes, Nalan Yanran paused for a moment, then nodded slightly and said coldly, "As you wish."

Xiao Yan also reached out and gripped the handle of the ruler tightly, then pulled it sharply. The Mysterious Heavy Ruler brought with it a pressing gust of wind, pointing diagonally at the ground. The strong wind from the ruler's body blew up the dust on the ground.

Nalan Yanran took out her pale blue Long Sword. The blade was slender and long, with a tilted edge. When the sunlight shone down, it reflected a chilling aura.

After a brief exchange, the two immediately began to fight.

Xiao Yan took the initiative and swung the Mysterious Heavy Ruler fiercely, rushing towards Nalan Yanran with a whistling sound.

Nalan Yanran leaped nimbly, and her Long Sword collided with the Mysterious Heavy Ruler in an instant, producing a crisp metallic sound.

The moment they made contact, Nalan Yanran felt a powerful impact surge from the sword into her arm.

He hurriedly used his Dou Qi and the controllability of the Wind Attribute to fling away the impact.

The two then passed each other swiftly across the square, their sword flashes and ruler shadows intertwining in a dazzling display that left onlookers breathless.

With the immense power of the Mysterious Heavy Ruler and his own strength, Xiao Yan was able to shatter the bluestone with every strike.

Nalan Yanran, relying on her swordsmanship and agile attributes, skillfully overcame overwhelming odds.

The two fought fiercely, but Nalan Yanran was the first to lose patience. Abandoning her usual agility and versatility, she chose to use the Wind Spirit Dividing Form Sword, splitting multiple sharp swords to Yan Ci.

Seeing this, Xiao Yan did not choose to dodge, but planned to use offense as defense and meet force with force. With a flick of his hand, cyan flames returned to his body, colliding fiercely with the flying sword shadow.

A burst of crimson-green light erupted from her eyes. Nalan Yanran did not choose to attack again, but instead stared intently at the green light.