Subduing the White Armored Earth Dragon, Chrysanthemum Douluo's Invitation

"What did you mean by that, Young Master Yan?"

Tuoba Xi's voice trembled slightly.

"It means, does Sect Master Tuoba want to break through to become a Titled Douluo? I may be able to help you."

Jin Yan spoke calmly, paying no mind to Tuoba Xi's loss of composure.

Even after confirming that he had heard Jin Yan correctly, Tuoba Xi still found it unbelievable.

After a long while, he bent his waist even lower, his voice filled with indescribable excitement.

"I wonder... what does Young Master wish us to do?"

In truth, he more or less knew what Jin Yan wanted, but asking now gave Jin Yan an opening to state his terms. As a subordinate, he could not let his superior bring it up first, or he would seem utterly tactless.

"Lead the White Armored Earth Dragon Sect into Spirit Hall. Once you break through to Titled Douluo, you can take up a position as an elder in Spirit Hall."

Jin Yan said.

Hearing this, Tuoba Xi thought, Just as expected. Yet he still had a question in his heart, and his gaze could not help drifting toward Golden Crocodile, who sat to the side looking perfectly at ease.

"Why are you looking at me? In this matter, Xiao Yan's wishes are my wishes." Golden Crocodile barked.

Only then did Tuoba Xi feel reassured. He bowed deeply to Jin Yan and understood the intentions of the Golden Crocodile grandfather and grandson.

Golden Crocodile was paving the way for his grandson.

In other words, Tuoba Xi would be pledging himself to Jin Yan.

He did not feel uncomfortable about it.

From Tuoba Ye, he had already learned just how terrifying Jin Yan's talent was.

Two days after the White Armored Earth Dragon Sect pledged itself to Jin Yan, good news arrived.

That day, Jin Yan was cultivating in the manor when Zhang Yan entered.

"Uncle Zhang, is something the matter?"

Zhang Yan rarely disturbed him while he cultivated. Since he had come in now, something must have happened.

"Young Master, Chrysanthemum Douluo has sent someone to invite you over."

Zhang Yan said with a bow.

"I understand, Uncle Zhang."

After Zhang Yan left, a faint smile appeared on Jin Yan's face, and he felt rather pleased with himself.

Only three months had passed since his last meeting with Ju Hua Guan. It seemed he could no longer hold himself back.

Fine, then I'll make a trip over.

"Young Master, would you like me to accompany you?"

As Jin Yan stepped outside, Zhang Yan, who had been guarding the entrance, asked.

"No need, Uncle Zhang. What danger could I possibly face in Spirit Hall? You should stay home."

Jin Yan said.

Once he left Jin Mansion, someone sent by Chrysanthemum Douluo was already waiting outside the gates. When Jin Yan emerged, the middle-aged coachman's eyes lit up, and he hurried over in quick little steps.

"Young Master Jin Yan, this way, please."

Jin Yan nodded and boarded the carriage.

The carriage stopped not far from Pope's Palace, and Jin Yan slowly stepped out.

Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence was not extravagant. A path of colorful flowers had been planted outside its gates.

Led by a servant, Jin Yan finally met Chrysanthemum Douluo in a pavilion in the rear courtyard.

"This junior, Jin Yan, greets Your Excellency Chrysanthemum Douluo."

Ju Hua Guan nodded, signaling for Jin Yan to sit and talk.

"Boy Yan, tell me the truth. Do you actually know where the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum is?"

He got straight to the point.

Jin Yan's lips curved upward as he nodded.

"Of course I've seen it."

"Where?" Chrysanthemum Douluo abruptly leaned closer, asking eagerly.

Faced with the question, Jin Yan fell silent, looking at Chrysanthemum Douluo with an ambiguous smile.

"Boy, without that Spirit Douluo here, aren't you afraid you won't make it out this door?"

Seeing Jin Yan remain silent, Yue Guan could not help growing angry and threatening him.

Jin Yan simply ignored Yue Guan's threat. The other man did not dare do anything to him anyway. This was Spirit Hall; even if Yue Guan dared attack, once he learned of the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, he would not be able to escape.

Seeing Jin Yan's fearless manner, Yue Guan could not help releasing a breath. Without knowing where the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum was, he truly could neither eat nor sleep in peace.

"Boy, you want a Titled Douluo to serve you over nothing more than a vague scrap of information? Aren't you dreaming too beautifully? Tell me where the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum is first. Once I obtain it, we can discuss terms. How about it?"

Jin Yan looked at Yue Guan as if he were an idiot, then shook his head. "Does Chrysanthemum Douluo take me for a fool? I can bring the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum to you, but forget about learning its location."

Ju Hua Guan's heart stirred, and his eyes immediately turned astonished.

He would bring over the Immortal Herb but still refuse to reveal its location. What did that mean? Could it be that there was more than one immortal-grade plant there besides the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum?

His heart instantly burned with excitement. At that moment, he could not care less about the dignity of a Titled Douluo and immediately nodded in agreement.

"Fine. As long as you can bring me the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, I, Yue Guan, will become your guardian. How about it?"

Jin Yan smiled inwardly and nodded in agreement.

"Good. Chrysanthemum Douluo, you said it yourself. A gentleman's word cannot be taken back!"

After leaving Ju Hua Guan's residence, Jin Yan did not take a carriage back. Instead, he strolled home.

When he turned onto an intersection, he suddenly heard a cold shout from nearby.

Jin Yan looked up, only to unexpectedly run into Hu Liena, who was striding toward him in anger.

"Jin Yan, enemies really do meet on narrow roads. Just wait! I may not be able to beat you now, but one day I'll beat you until you're crawling around looking for your teeth!"

It was the end of the month, and Hu Liena had come to ask Bibi Dong about cultivation. She had not expected to run into Jin Yan here.

Ever since losing to Jin Yan three months ago, she had remained unwilling to accept it. Yet she also knew she was no match for him, which was why she had not gone directly to cause him trouble.

Jin Yan could not even be bothered to respond to Hu Liena's words. He simply turned and walked away.

Hu Liena watched Jin Yan leave, clenching her fists so tightly that her face turned pale with anger. Yet in the end, she did not follow him.

Inside Pope's Palace, Bibi Dong and Hu Liena had finished the day's lesson when Hu Liena suddenly said, "Teacher, I saw that Jin Yan again today."

Bibi Dong's hand paused at those words. "Isn't he usually on Worship Mountain? Where did you see him?"

Hu Liena pouted. "Near Pope's Palace. It looked like he had come out from Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence."

"Chrysanthemum Douluo's residence..." Bibi Dong murmured, her gaze gradually turning sinister.

Just yesterday, she had been angered by Jin Yan recruiting the White Armored Earth Dragon Sect. She had not expected to hear today that he had gone to Chrysanthemum Douluo's home.

She could not help but think further. Was recruiting several elders from Elder Hall and the White Armored Earth Dragon Sect still not enough? Did he also want to recruit her right-hand men?

If Chrysanthemum Douluo truly allowed himself to be recruited by Jin Yan, then how long could Ghost Douluo, who always advanced and retreated alongside him, hold out?

With that thought, her gaze shifted toward her right.

There, dark energy trembled slightly before finally returning to stillness.

Bibi Dong turned to Hu Liena and said, "All right, I understand. Nana, go summon Chrysanthemum Douluo for me now."