"Xiao Yan and my other disciple are currently training in the Inner Academy at Jia Nan Academy. There's an arena there, which will help improve his combat experience."
Yao Chen hadn't told Xiao Zhan that Xiao Yan and Xiao Yi Xian were there to keep watch over the Fallen Heart Flame.
When Xiao Zhan heard that Xiao Yan had gone to train in the Inner Academy at Jia Nan Academy, he smiled in relief, though he still felt a little worried that Xiao Yan might get hurt.
"Don't worry. That young fellow Xiao Yan is talented, and with what I've taught him, he'll be more than capable of holding his own in the arena."
Xiao Zhan was completely reassured.
"Then I must thank you, Elder Yao Chen."
The two grew more and more engrossed in their conversation. Before they knew it, more than half a day had passed, and Xiao Zhan had come to admire Xiao Yan's teacher even more.
Seeing that it was about time to leave, Yao Chen prepared to go. Before departing, he called out to Xiao Zhan.
"Brother Xiao Zhan, come over here."
Yao Chen's expression was solemn. Facing Xiao Zhan, he rapidly formed hand seals, murmuring an incantation.
A gentle glow gathered at his fingertips, imbued with a mysterious power.
Yao Chen gave a light push, and the glow drifted toward Xiao Zhan before slowly sinking into his forehead.
In an instant, Xiao Zhan felt a cool sensation spread throughout his body.
"Brother Xiao Zhan, this is my Soul Imprint. In a crucial moment, it can save your life. If you're in danger, I'll be able to sense it and hurry over to help." Yao Chen spoke gravely.
Xiao Zhan nodded gratefully, knowing how important this Soul Imprint was.
After bidding farewell to Xiao