Yao Chen saw that Xiao Zhan had finished packing and was ready to leave at any moment. But considering how much commotion they might cause during the day, he said to him,
"Brother Xiao Zhan, there's no need to rush. We'll set out tonight. I've already made arrangements over there, and I'll accompany you to Desert Rock City."
Xiao Zhan nodded at Yao Chen, his eyes full of gratitude.
Night soon fell, and Yao Chen quietly led Xiao Zhan and the others out of Wutan City, heading for Desert Rock City.
Before arriving in Desert Rock City, Yao Chen had contacted Hai Bodong and asked him to help find a place to stay. When they arrived, they settled in.
Over the next few days, members of the Xiao Clan arrived in Desert Rock City one after another and settled there. Of course, during those days, Medusa also dragged Yao Chen off.
"Brother Xiao Zhan, now that you've arrived in Desert Rock City, settle in and make yourselves at home. If anything comes up, you can speak with Hai Bodong or Medusa. Once Little Yan has fully grown up, you can move away from here."
Yao Chen was preparing to leave the Jia Ma Empire for Central Plains. Before departing, he said goodbye to Xiao Zhan and the others.
"Thank you, Teacher Yao."
Xiao Zhan clasped his hands and bowed, expressing his gratitude to Yao Chen.
"We should be on our way, too. Brother Xiao Zhan, if the Soul Clan comes again, be sure to notify me."
Yao Chen gave Xiao Zhan and the others one last farewell.
"Don't worry, Teacher Yao. Take good care of yourselves on this journey."
Xiao Zhan clasped his hands and urged Yao Chen to take care. Then he turned to Xiao Yan and gave him