"Old Feng, I'll only feel at ease if you stay behind to protect Star Fall Pavilion. I'll be back from this trip soon."
Yao Chen felt it wouldn't be appropriate for Feng Xian to come along, so he politely declined his request.
Seeing this, Feng Xian could only reluctantly agree.
"Fine. Be careful of the Soul Hall on the way. If you can't reach an agreement, leave immediately."
Yao Chen nodded and replied with confidence, "Don't worry. It'll definitely work."
After Yao Chen and Feng Xian had exchanged pleasantries for a while, Yao Chen left and headed to Xiao Yan's room.
When Xiao Yan saw Yao Chen suddenly arrive, he hurried to greet him and asked curiously, "Teacher, what brings you here?"
Yao Chen stroked his beard and said to Xiao Yan, "Little Yan, get your things ready today. Tomorrow morning, you're coming with me."
Xiao Yan asked in confusion, "Teacher, where are we going?"
Seeing Xiao Yan ask, Yao Chen told him about their trip to Burning Flame Valley.
"Teacher, why are you taking me along?"
Xiao Yan still didn't understand why Yao Chen wanted him to come.
"The Burning Flame Ancestor of Burning Flame Valley has deep ties to your Xiao Clan. We'll be counting on you this time."
Yao Chen patted Xiao Yan on the shoulder and looked at him solemnly as he spoke.
Hearing he could help Yao Chen, Xiao Yan answered with a determined expression, "No problem, Teacher. I'll do whatever you say."
Seeing Xiao Yan's firm reply, Yao Chen responded with satisfaction. "Good. I won't keep you any longer. Once you're packed, get some rest. I'll be waiting for you tomorrow morning."
Xiao Yan nodded vigorously. Yao Chen then left and returned to his room.
Early the next morning, Xiao Yan went to Yao