"Elder Hei Qing, as far as I know, your Ancient Void Dragon Clan is the foremost clan among the magical beasts. Why haven't you appeared on the continent for so many years?"
Hei Qing had his own unspeakable reasons and didn't tell Yao Chen the truth.
"Brother Yao Chen, this matter concerns secrets of my clan. Please forgive me, but I can't tell you."
Seeing that Hei Qing was still keeping his guard up, Yao Chen offered him a reminder.
"After you take Zi Yan back, if you run into any trouble you can't resolve, send me word at once."
Moved by Yao Chen's reminder, Hei Qing said gratefully,
"Thank you, Brother Yao Chen."
Yao Chen continued,
"That girl Zi Yan is also connected to my disciple by fate. If the time comes when she needs help, we'll do everything we can."
After Yao Chen and Hei Qing talked for a long while, the two got along splendidly. Yao Chen also left a Soul Imprint on Hei Qing.
Afterward, Xiao Yi Xian accompanied Zi Yan out of the room and brought her to Hei Qing.
"Elder Hei Qing, you have to take good care of Yanyan."
Hei Qing thumped his chest and replied with conviction,
"Don't worry. Even if I have to stake this old life of mine, I'll keep the young lady safe."
Xiao Yi Xian nodded firmly, then stroked Zi Yan's head and said,
"Yanyan, I'll come visit you again."
Hearing that, Zi Yan couldn't hold back her tears. She hugged Xiao Yi Xian, nodding as she cried.
"Big Sister Xiao Yi Xian, I'll wait for you."
Watching this, Yao Chen felt a pang of sorrow, but could only interrupt them.
"All right, girl. Let Zi Yan go with Brother Hei Qing. It's getting late, and they still