After dealing with the matter of the Yellow Spring Stone Tablet, Xiao Ze handed the Yellow Spring Blood Crystal to Cai Lin. His gaze swept over the pure, cold yin energy of the Nine Nether Yellow Spring, and he said in a low voice, "The Yellow Spring power here is at its densest. It's perfect for you to refine the blood crystal and break through to Half-Saint."
"Stay here and cultivate in peace. I've already had Yao Ming arrange for the clan's experts to protect you. Once you advance, head to the Xiao Tribe and meet up with us."
Cai Lin accepted the blood crystal, her fingertips gently brushing over the energy flowing across the crystal. She looked up at Xiao Ze, determination in her eyes.
"Don't worry. I won't waste this opportunity. I'll advance to Half-Saint as soon as possible and help you protect the alliance."
Yao Ming, standing at the side, quickly chimed in, "Clan Leader Xiao, please rest assured. With Lady Cai Lin cultivating here, our clan will protect her with all our strength. We absolutely won't allow anyone to disturb her."
Xiao Ze nodded slightly, gave Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin a few more reminders, then turned and walked out of the altar.
The three had just stepped onto the mountain path of the Nether Snake Earth Vein when a violent spatial fluctuation suddenly came from the sky.
A brilliant purple-gold light tore through the clouds, clawing open the void like a dragon's talon. A petite, charming figure leaped out from within, her entire body wreathed in the domineering aura unique to the Ancient Void Dragon.
"Xiao Ze!"
A clear cry rang out. Zi Yan landed in front of Xiao Ze, the dragon wings on her back not yet withdrawn, her eyes filled with delight.