Yun Shan: What Arrogant Junior? This Is Clearly My Fine Son-in-Law!

A powerful aura, like a dragon awakening, enveloped the entire Misty Cloud Mountain. All the Misty Cloud Sect disciples, though bewildered, knelt down in the direction from which the aura erupted, under its oppressive force. As for the elders of the Misty Cloud Sect, although they did not kneel, they still bowed respectfully.

"Dou Zong expert, huh...?"

Xiao Yan sensed the power of this aura, but he wasn't too worried.

This Yun Shan is nothing special.

Judging from his aura, he was only at the peak of the One-Star Dou Zong.

It's very easy to beat!

Yun Yun frowned slightly.

She wasn't flustered. Since she had already chosen Xiao Yan, she was naturally prepared to confront her teacher.

However, the fact that her teacher was summoned out of seclusion by Yun Leng might cause Xiao Yan some trouble.

This is what worries her.

If revealing her relationship with Xiao Yan would make Yun Shan unhappy, and might even make things difficult for Xiao Yan, then Yun Leng calling Yun Shan out might very well lead to her saying something incoherent that would worsen Yun Shan's first impression of Xiao Yan.

She certainly believed Xiao Yan's claim that he could contend with Dou Zong expert.

But if things really escalated into a fight, it wouldn't look good for anyone, and besides, she didn't want to see Xiao Yan and her teacher fight.

Fortunately, Yanran had already entered the Gate of Life and Death, otherwise...

Yun Yun felt a sense of relief.

If it's just your own teacher, then it's relatively easy to do.

If there were another apprentice, it would be really difficult to manage.

"Xiao Yan, do you believe me?"

Yun Yun took Xiao Yan's hand and asked earnestly.

"Of course, how could I not believe you, my dear teacher Yun'er?"

Xiao Yan blinked upon hearing this and said with a smile.

"Yes, let's welcome my teacher out of seclusion together."

Yun Yun smiled gently, then intertwined her fingers with Xiao Yan's, and the two of them transformed their Dou Qi Transformation Wings and flew out of the main hall.

After the two flew out of the main hall, they saw a white figure suddenly emerge from the depths of Misty Cloud Mountain, and then step into the void, slowly walking towards the square in front of the Misty Cloud Sect Master hall.

The white figure did not use the Dou Qi Wings, but the speed at which it walked through the void was no slower than that of Dou Huang expert like Xiao Yan and Yun Yun. Every time a foot landed, ripples would spread through the void. By the time the ripples dissipated, the figure had already appeared a hundred meters away. Such momentum was truly eye-catching.

Meanwhile, in the distance behind him, Yun Leng Dou Qi Transformation Wings were chasing after him, though at a somewhat slow speed.

Yun Yun pulled Xiao Yan along and flew straight towards Yun Shan.

As Xiao Yan flew, his gaze narrowed slightly as he looked at the Yun Shan that was approaching through the void.

He was dressed in a very simple white robe. A gentle breeze blew, and the robe fluttered, giving him an air of otherworldly elegance. He did not look very old; his face did not have the wrinkles that an old person should have. Instead, he looked like a piece of warm jade radiating a soft glow.

If it weren't for his long, snow-white hair, Xiao Yan would have found it hard to believe he was a powerful figure from the same era as Hai Bodong. It could only be said that this old guy still had some charisma.

At the same time, Yun Shan's gaze slowly swept over the two people walking hand in hand in front of him, finally settling on their tightly clasped fingers, and his brows furrowed slightly, almost imperceptibly.

Based on his understanding of Yun Yun, he naturally knew what his disciple's performance represented.

"Teacher!" Yun Yun stopped Xiao Yan about ten feet in front of Yun Shan, bowed respectfully, her voice clear and melodious with a hint of nervousness, but she didn't loosen her grip on Xiao Yan's hand at all; instead, she tightened it. "Congratulations, Teacher, on breaking through your cultivation realm and successfully emerging from seclusion!"

Xiao Yan remained calm and composed, meeting Yun Shan's deep gaze without revealing the slightest fear or obsequiousness.

He also bowed slightly, his posture neither humble nor arrogant, following Yun Yun.

"Junior Xiao Yan greets the former sect master and congratulates Senior on breaking through to the Dou Zong realm."

He certainly couldn't face Yun Shan at this time as a disciple of Yun Yun.

Despite spouting nonsense about betraying one's master and ancestors, Xiao Yan would never truly treat Yun Shan with the respect due to a grandmaster.

After all, Xiao Yan became Yun Yun's disciple from the very beginning with the audacity of being a rebellious disciple. Although Yun Yun was very dedicated to teaching him and provided him with a lot of resources, for Xiao Yan, Yun Yun could only be considered a teacher who treated him well.

Old Yao, who is also addressed as "teacher," is regarded by Xiao Yan as his only master.

Like a teacher and a father.

Yun Shan seemed to realize that Xiao Yan's attitude was not the attitude that Yun Leng had described as that of Yun Yun's disciple. After sensing that Xiao Yan's Dou Qi strength was almost the same as Yun Yun's, and even sensing an aura from Xiao Yan that made him feel uneasy, his brows furrowed even more.

This is called the Dou Ling Realm?!

Is this allowed to blatantly bully the members of the Misty Cloud Sect?

Is this Nalan Yanran's fiancé?!

How old is he?

Fourteen or fifteen?

Dou Huang expert of this age?

Is that correct?

For a moment, a deep sense of doubt arose in Yun Shan's heart.

What followed was dissatisfaction.

Judging from this, this young friend Xiao Yan and Yun'er have a very close relationship, and his talent is so terrifying. No matter how you look at it, he should be someone that the Misty Cloud Sect is trying hard to win over.

Moreover, when Yun Shan first entered the Dou Emperor, if any Da Dou Shi dared to provoke him, he would have been taught a lesson. To be thrown down the mountain without suffering internal injuries, only some superficial wounds, was incredibly magnanimous.

Yun Leng, that fool, didn't even understand the other party's strength before calling out his name. No wonder Yun'er wanted to strip him of his position as Great Elder. With such poor judgment and behavior, he's bound to bring disaster to the Misty Cloud Sect sooner or later!

Yun Shan's thoughts raced, and he had already analyzed the cause and effect in his mind.

"Teacher, Xiao Yan is exceptionally talented and incredibly strong. I have invited him to join the Misty Cloud Sect several times, and he only recently agreed to serve as the Deputy Sect Leader Misty Cloud Sect Master. He will not be involved in any affairs, but will instead protect the sect and assist me in expanding the Misty Cloud Sect's foundation."

Today was his first time going up the mountain, and because his disciples had not made proper arrangements, he was bumped into by them.

Xiao Yan was, after all, Dou Huang expert and the Deputy Sect Leader of the sect. Although the sect rules were strict, Xiao Yan was kind-hearted and couldn't bear to punish them for it. So he sent them down the mountain to let them reflect on their actions.

I never expected them to be so ungrateful, disturbing you without permission. This is truly my fault, and I beg you, Master, to punish me."

As soon as Yun Yun opened her mouth, she gave Xiao Yan a performance of how she had learned to distort the truth from Yun Leng.

Normally, she wouldn't speak so biasedly.

But Yun Leng has lied through her teeth quite a bit over the years, making her so angry that her breasts have grown bigger several times. Now that she's causing trouble for Xiao Yan again, it's only natural that she should retaliate in kind.

Upon hearing this, Yun Shan remained noncommittal, turning his gaze to Xiao Yan, clearly intending to hear Xiao Yan's explanation.

"When Yun'er invited me to join the Misty Cloud Sect, it was because the former Great Elder Yun Leng condoned the Mo Clan's evil practice of transplanting and grafting organs from magical beasts and humans that I refused to join the Misty Cloud Sect. It wasn't until recently, after Yun Leng was dismissed from his position, that Yun'er sincerely invited me again, and I finally agreed to take on the position of Deputy Sect Leader of the Misty Cloud Sect."

I don't care about the power of the Misty Cloud Sect. To me, the most precious person in the Misty Cloud Sect is Yun'er. She needs me to help her develop the sect and become one of the Misty Cloud Sect's Double Flower Red Pole, so I'm here. As for people like Yun Han and Ge Ye, let alone them, even Yun Leng has no right to block my way. Senior, what wrong do you think I've done?"

Xiao Yan stepped forward, shielding Yun Yun behind him, and said confidently.

But the way he said that clearly shows he's the kind of person who lies without batting an eye or showing any sign of panic.

Even though Yun Yun had prepared herself mentally, she couldn't help but blush a little when Xiao Yan addressed her so affectionately in front of Yun Shan.

Seeing that the two people in front of him were not even pretending, Yun Shan sighed helplessly. Then, his gaze fell on Xiao Yan with a deep look, and a terrifying pressure instantly pressed down on him!

"Teacher!"

Upon seeing this, Yun Yun's expression changed.

"Shut up!"

Yun Shan raised his hand to stop Yun Yun from pleading for mercy, and then intensified his pressure on Xiao Yan.

However, Xiao Yan looked completely relaxed.

A mere One-Star Dou Zong is nothing!

With his current physical condition, coupled with his Advanced Earth Tier Flame Mantra Dou Qi and the four-in-one Heavenly Flames within his body, he would dare to fight Yun Shan even without activating the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations. A little pressure from his aura would have no negative impact whatsoever.

Yun Shan was increasingly surprised. Even Yun Yun, who was standing next to him, felt a tightness in her chest from being so close to Xiao Yan's terrifying aura, yet Xiao Yan was still unharmed.

Seeing this, Yun Shan withdrew his oppressive aura, carefully examined Xiao Yan, and a smile actually appeared on his face.

"Hehe, young friend Xiao Yan's aura is quite impressive, and his strength is more than enough to make him the Deputy Sect Leader of my Misty Cloud Sect. Moreover, with your talent, your future achievements will surely surpass mine. I was just testing you out, please don't take offense."

Yun Shan softened his tone and said with a smile.

They were completely different from their previous aggressive and confrontational demeanor.

"Teacher? You..."

Yun Yun was also completely baffled by Yun Shan's incredible ability to change his expression.

"What? Yun'er, in your heart, do you think your teacher is the kind of unreasonable person?"

Yun Shan looked at Yun Yun and asked calmly.

"However, I've heard that young friend Xiao Yan and Yun'er's disciple are engaged. You two should be mindful of the implications of this matter..."

Yun Shan suddenly leaned closer, lowered his voice, and said in a deep voice.

"!!!"

Upon hearing this, Yun Yun blushed deeply, feeling an urge to kill Yun Leng.

It must have been that old man who brought it up with the teacher!

He deserves to die!

"Ahem, senior, I dissolved my engagement with Young Sect Leader Yanran three years ago. Besides, we won't go too far within the sect; we'll be mindful of our image."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's impression of Yun Shan improved considerably. After touching his nose, he offered an explanation.

"Oh, that's all right then."

Yun Shan nodded, his gaze toward Xiao Yan becoming increasingly amiable.

Not bad, this kid knows what's good for him!

No matter how you look at it, this kid has a bright future ahead of him. He's not the arrogant junior Yun Leng described at all; he's clearly his good son-in-law!

Yun Leng, who arrived late, finally came up behind Yun Shan and was puzzled to see that he had not fought with Xiao Yan.

"Old Sect Master..."

Before he could finish speaking, he noticed that behind Xiao Yan, a pair of large, fiery blue wings were slowly flapping.

At the same time, he finally belatedly sensed an aura even stronger than Yun Yun's.

That's... Xiao Yan's aura!?

"A... Dou Huang expert!?"

Yun Leng's face turned deathly pale.

How is that possible?

What happened to the promised Dou Ling? This is supposed to be Dou Ling?!

Idiot Ge Ye!

Stupid Yun Han!

Those two beasts have ruined me!

After sensing Xiao Yan's aura, Yun Leng immediately understood what kind of terrifying being his unworthy beast had provoked.

Even he would have to show respect to a powerhouse of that level, especially one from within the sect. How much more so to those two fools at the Da Dou Shi level?

They actually dared to provoke Dou Emperor?

This is outrageous!!!

"Yun Leng!" Upon seeing the culprit appear, Yun Shan's face visibly darkened. "How dare you!"

Yun Shan's fierce shout, imbued with the pressure of Dou Zong, exploded in Yun Leng's ears like a thunderclap from the heavens, causing his Dou Qi to stagnate and his soul to tremble.

"Thump!"

Yun Leng could no longer withstand the overwhelming pressure and fear in his heart. His knees buckled, and he knelt heavily in mid-air. The Dou Qi Wings on his back were somewhat illusory. If it weren't for the invisible power of Yun Shan supporting him, he would probably have fallen directly down.

His face was ashen, and large beads of cold sweat instantly soaked through his clothes. His lips trembled, and he couldn't utter a complete sentence.

"Old... Old Sect Master... This subordinate... This subordinate was confused!"

Yun Leng's voice was choked with sobs, filled with endless regret and fear.

He finally realized what a foolish mistake he had made.

Not only did they misjudge Xiao Yan's terrifying talent and strength, but they were also blinded by Yun Han's unfilial grandson's pleas and Ge Ye's inflammatory remarks. They treated the old sect leader, who had successfully broken through to the Dou Zong level in seclusion and should have been the Misty Cloud Sect's biggest trump card and a cause for celebration, as a tool for revenge and venting their personal grievances!

Despite having countless reasons to shirk responsibility and claim that he was acting in the best interests of the sect, when the facts seriously contradicted his words, and given that there were no outsiders in the Misty Cloud Sect at the moment, the old sect master naturally wouldn't act rashly and lose all face.

As for the face he lost in front of Yun Yun and Xiao Yan?

The only option is for Yun Leng, the culprit, to take responsibility!

"Foolish?" Yun Shan's voice was icy cold, his white hair moved without wind, and subtle ripples appeared around him. His inner rage was now undisguised. "I think you've been blinded by greed, your mind is full of selfish desires, and you've completely disregarded the interests of the sect!"

Yun Shan's gaze was like a cold blade, scraping harshly across Yun Leng's pale face.

"Yun Han is ignorant of his own limitations and offended the sect's Deputy Sect Leader. He was only given a slight punishment, which was already a mercy from Xiao Yan out of consideration for their fellow disciples! Instead of disciplining and restraining you, you indiscriminately distort the truth and dare to deceive me with falsehoods, attempting to use me to vent your personal grievances and fight for power with your grandfather and grandson?!"

Yun Leng, do you still see me as the old sect leader? Do you still respect the rules of the Misty Cloud Sect? Do you still have even the slightest thought of caring for the sect?!

Yun Shan's questions grew louder and louder, and the powerful pressure made Yun Leng almost suffocate, unable to even lift his head.

"Old Sect Master, please calm your anger! I know my crime! I deserve to die!" Yun Leng's head slammed heavily against the void, making a dull thud, tears streaming down his face. "It was my momentary lapse in judgment, being deceived by that good-for-nothing grandson and his subordinates, that led me to commit such a grave mistake! I am willing to accept any punishment, I only beg you, Old Sect Master, to calm your wrath and not harm your health."

He was truly terrified at this moment, fearing that Yun Shan would kill him in his rage.

"I think you don't just know you're wrong, you know you're going to die."

Xiao Yan sneered from the side.

Sensing the murderous intent in Xiao Yan's words, Yun Leng was terrified and quickly continued to kowtow to Xiao Yan.

"The Deputy Sect Leader magnanimous and has spared my life. I will follow your lead from now on to atone for my sins today."