Xiao Clan

Biodata

Background / History

The Xiao Clan is a family based in Wutan City, led by Xiao Zhan. It shelters Ning Chen after he is found unconscious in its backyard, acting according to its stated principle of “harmony and kindness.” 1

At the beginning of the story, the clan’s Herb Market is blockaded by the Jia Lie Family and Ao Ba Family, which accuse it of using improper means to seize herb-market business and demand half of its profits. 1

Ning Chen intervenes on the clan’s behalf at the market. After he effortlessly neutralizes the combined attack of Jia Lie Bi and Ao Ba Pa, Xiao Zhan negotiates from a position of strength: the two opposing families must each cede half of their Herb Market shares to the Xiao Clan. 2 3

Following the confrontation, Xiao Zhan permits Ning Chen to remain as an honored guest in the Ya Garden of the East Wing. While grateful for his aid, Xiao Zhan remains uncertain whether an amnesiac powerhouse connected to the clan will ultimately be a blessing or a danger. 3 10

The clan later receives Nalan Yanran of the Yunlan Sect, who publicly seeks to annul her childhood engagement to Xiao Yan. Xiao Zhan sees the request as an insult to both his son and the clan’s dignity, while Xiao Yan rejects the annulment by issuing Nalan Yanran a blood-written divorce letter and setting a three-year challenge. 7 9

Organization

• Clan Head: Xiao Zhan oversees the clan and represents it in disputes with Wutan City’s other families. 1 3
• Three Elders: The clan’s senior elders participate in council decisions and official receptions. 2 7 8
• Core disciples and guards: Clan members maintain order at the Herb Market and attend major gatherings, including Nalan Yanran’s visit. 2 8
• Herb Market: A major source of the clan’s profits and the focus of its conflict with the Jia Lie and Ao Ba families. 1 3

Notable Members and Associates

• Xiao Zhan — Clan head; father of Xiao Yan and the figure responsible for hosting Ning Chen. 1 3
• Xiao Yan — Xiao Zhan’s third son; formerly regarded as a young genius before his Dou Qi regressed to the third stage of Dou Zhi Qi. 1 3
• Xiao Xun'er — A prominent young member of the clan, known within it as its “pearl”; she remains wary of Ning Chen’s knowledge and motives. 5
• Ning Chen — Honored guest whose intervention saves the clan’s market position; he later departs Wutan City after assisting Xiao Yan with a Pulse Solidifying Pill and exposing Yao Chen’s presence. 3 10 12

Relationships

• Jia Lie Family — Rival Wutan City family that joins the Ao Ba Family in pressuring the Xiao Clan’s Herb Market; compelled to surrender half of its market share after Ning Chen’s intervention. 1 3
• Ao Ba Family — Rival family allied with the Jia Lie Family during the Herb Market blockade; likewise cedes half of its share. 1 3
• Yunlan Sect — Powerful outside sect whose representative, Nalan Yanran, publicly attempts to annul her engagement to Xiao Yan. 7 9
• Nalan Yanran — Xiao Yan’s childhood betrothed and the Yunlan Sect’s young sect leader; her visit places the clan’s reputation at stake. 7 8
• Gu Clan — Xiao Xun'er’s true clan; Gu Yuan recognizes the Xiao Clan as descendants of the Xiao Tribe. 15

Story Role / Major Arcs

Herb Market Dispute

The clan faces a joint commercial and military challenge from the Jia Lie and Ao Ba families. Ning Chen’s apparent display of overwhelming strength allows Xiao Zhan to secure a favorable settlement without further escalation. 1 2 3

Nalan Yanran’s Visit

The clan mobilizes to receive the Yunlan Sect delegation, fearing public humiliation over Xiao Yan’s engagement. The annulment attempt instead leads to Xiao Yan’s divorce declaration and his three-year agreement with Nalan Yanran. 7 8 9

Ning Chen’s Departure

After helping establish Yao Chen as Xiao Yan’s master and giving Xiao Yan a Pulse Solidifying Pill, Ning Chen leaves the Xiao Clan and Wutan City to pursue his own affairs. 10 11 12