Xiao Clan Secret Art, Emperor Blood Battle-Nurturing Art!

The words of the Burning Flame Ancestor exploded in Xiao Yan's heart like a thunderclap from a clear sky!

Our ancestor Xiao Xuan actually left something with Burning Flame Ancestor?

Moreover, judging from his words, it was precisely for the descendants of the Xiao Clan, or rather, for his own bloodline, which had been depleted!

Xiao Yan's heart began to pound uncontrollably, and his breathing became slightly rapid.

He suppressed his turbulent emotions and respectfully bowed deeply once more.

"Ancestor, what did our forefathers leave behind?"

The illusory figure of the Burning Flame Ancestor seemed to have become more solid, his eyes filled with reminiscence for his old friend and expectations for the younger generation.

He stretched out his finger and pointed it in the air. Three completely different beams of light flowed from the sea of fire and fiery clouds in his world, as well as from his fingertip, transforming into three glittering little suns that hovered in front of Xiao Yan.

Each ray of light exuded an ancient and powerful aura, as if it carried Xiao Xuan's will.

"It seems that Xiao Xuan foresaw something back then. To prevent any unforeseen circumstances, he secretly came to me and entrusted these three items to me for safekeeping. He said that if any descendant of the Xiao Clan in later generations is fortunate enough to come to the Burning Flame Valley and can gain my approval, he will be able to obtain these three gifts left by him, which may help him to restore the clan's prestige."

Over the years, you are the only member of the Xiao Clan who has been able to come here to me. In terms of talent and opportunity, you are even better than Xiao Xuan was back then. Therefore, I will give you all three of these things."

The voice of the Burning Flame Ancestor carried a hint of vicissitude.

He pointed to the first beam of light, which was a glassy color and seemed to have countless runes flowing inside:

"Firstly, there's the complete version of the <Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations> that you've already mastered! This secret technique belongs to the Xiao Clan. Its core essence isn't just about temporarily boosting strength by harnessing the power of three Heavenly Flames, but rather about enabling members of the Xiao Clan to condense their Clan Mark! Once the Clan Mark is formed, it not only significantly enhances strength but also has no side effects, making it arguably the most powerful secret technique in the world."

Burning Flame Ancestor paused, his gaze falling on Xiao Yan with a hint of regret:

"However, the prerequisite for condensing the Clan Mark is that one must possess the Dou Emperor Bloodline, even if there is only a trace of it. As for you... your bloodline power has been completely exhausted. For now, this secret technique can only exert a partial effect on enhancing your strength. Even if you forcibly condense the Clan Mark, you can only watch and play around with it."

But given Xiao Xuan's personality, he'll definitely leave something for his clansmen regarding bloodlines. I suggest you try to find the Ancient Clan among the Ancient Eight Clans. Xiao Xuan mentioned before that if he has any backup plans, he'll probably leave them in the Heavenly Tomb controlled by the Ancient Clan."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan could only sigh regretfully.

He could easily ask the remnant soul of his ancestor in the Heavenly Tomb for the complete version of the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations!

It's pointless to ask for it now...

Even though the value of the complete Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations is immeasurable, especially the secret method of condensing Clan Mark, it can be called the true core inheritance of the Xiao Clan.

Unfortunately, the depletion of his bloodline is a chasm he cannot currently overcome.

But at this moment, he didn't have much to choose from, and could only comfort himself: perhaps obtaining the complete version of the Xiao Clan's Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations would make the amplification effect of his Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations even better?

In front of the Burning Flame Ancestor, he solemnly absorbed the shimmering light into his brow. A vast stream of information flooded his mind; it was none other than the <Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations>, which he was quite familiar with!

As for whether there were any differences between this version and the one he had cultivated before, Xiao Yan wasn't in a hurry to find out. Instead, he looked up at Burning Flame Ancestor.

Upon seeing this, the Burning Flame Ancestor directly pointed to the second beam of light, which was a leaping, blazing white sphere of light that seemed to be compressed from countless flames, radiating terrifying pressure.

"Secondly, there is Xiao Xuan's signature Dou Technique— <Capital Heaven Profound Fire Art>! This is not a single move Dou Technique, but a method to control Wan Huo! Its power and the wonder of its changes are far beyond ordinary Heaven Tier Battle Skill."

It integrates many techniques such as fire control, shaping, attack, defense, and even body tempering. When cultivated to perfection, it can condense the 'Capital Heaven Profound Fire', which can burn the sky and boil the sea, and destroy all laws! The offensive techniques derived from it are no less powerful than those of the Advanced Earth Tier. Having such a set of techniques is enough to be comparable to cultivating many profound Dou Technique.

Xiao Xuan used this technique to dominate the continent back then. Even though we are at the same cultivation level, I am still inferior to him in terms of combat power!

A hint of amazement flashed in the eyes of the Burning Flame Ancestor, and he couldn't help but continue to praise:

"This technique is extremely powerful, but it places extremely high demands on the cultivator's control over flames, soul power, and physical strength. It is not considered Dou Technique of the Xiao Clan, but rather a Dou Technique created by Xiao Xuan himself, which is most suitable for him."

"You possess multiple Heavenly Flames, your soul has reached the Spirit Realm, and your physical body is as powerful as a demonic beast, making you the perfect candidate to cultivate this technique! If you can master it and combine it with the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, your combat power will definitely skyrocket!"

Xiao Yan stared at the blazing white ball of light, his breath almost stopping.

The description of this <Capital Heaven Profound Fire Art> reveals that its power and potential surpass those of the <Heaven-Burning Great Hand Seal>, and it even encompasses some of the concepts of the Venerable Skyfire's <Five Wheel Separation Fire Method>, making it a true core inheritance of our ancestors!

Therefore, he did not hesitate to integrate this blazing white light into the sea of consciousness. A vast, domineering, yet exquisite flow of information immediately poured into his mind, forming a flame token with the word "Xuan" on it.

Seeing that Xiao Yan accepted this level of inheritance with a clear mind and without any sign of reluctance, Burning Flame Ancestor nodded in satisfaction and pointed to the third beam of light.

This light was the most restrained, displaying a deep dark gold color and exuding a noble, ancient, and iron-blooded aura.

"Thirdly," the Burning Flame Ancestor's tone became exceptionally solemn, "This is the Xiao Clan's secret technique, the <Emperor Blood Battle-Nurturing Art>! This is a forbidden secret method that can only be cultivated by those with the Xiao Clan Bloodline!"

Xiao Yan's heart skipped a beat. Another bloodline restriction?

The Burning Flame Ancestor seemed to have seen through his thoughts and explained:

"This secret technique is extremely special and domineering. It is not a secret technique that directly improves cultivation level, but rather enhances one's combat power by burning and refining the power of one's bloodline origin. The deeper one cultivates it, the stronger the boost to one's combat power will be!"

You must understand, at our level, no secret technique can break through the barrier between Dou Sheng and Dou Emperor. However, this <Emperor Blood Battle-Nurturing Art> can significantly enhance Xiao Xuan's combat power. If he were to risk his life and activate the <Emperor Blood Battle-Nurturing Art>, he could single-handedly chase after me and Gu Yuan of the Ancient Clan!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's eyes lit up. Good heavens, so the Xiao Clan had a secret technique to activate a Blood Rage buff on themselves?

Seemingly sensing Xiao Yan's thoughts, the Burning Flame Ancestor changed his tone, his words carrying a strong warning:

"However, this method is extremely dangerous! Each time it is used, the Dou Emperor Bloodline in the body will become thinner. If the bloodline power is strong enough, it can be replenished in time. If the bloodline power is weak, the bloodline in the body will be 'depleted' if it is used a few more times."

Strictly speaking, this 'depletion' means that the proportion of Dou Emperor Bloodline in the body will decrease. Although the effect will be enhanced because the refined Dou Emperor Bloodline has extremely high purity, the side effect is that, due to the reduced proportion of Dou Emperor Bloodline in the body, it will be difficult for the offspring to inherit enough Dou Emperor Bloodline.

"Speaking of which, the depletion of the Xiao Clan's bloodline power, besides the passage of time, is largely due to the side effects of this secret technique."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan inwardly exclaimed, "Wow!"

So the decline of the Xiao Clan Bloodline had such a hidden reason?

"And for those whose bloodline is depleted..." At this point, the Burning Flame Ancestor's gaze sharpened like a knife as he stared directly at Xiao Yan, his tone extremely serious, "You now have almost no Dou Emperor Bloodline, so you cannot refine your bloodline and can only burn your essence blood. Therefore, you must make good use of the timing of the secret technique!"

Otherwise, at best you'd suffer from depleted qi and blood, requiring months of recuperation; at worst, you'd die on the spot. Fortunately, your soul is strong enough to prevent it from being completely destroyed, but if you really ended up in that situation, the Xiao Clan would probably never have a chance to rise again!

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan almost laughed.

Eighth-Grade Alchemist is afraid of having depleted qi and blood?

Moreover, if he could truly refine his bloodline, he would definitely have to make full use of this secret technique after he went to the Heavenly Tomb to have his blood replaced!

As for the issue of the decreasing proportion of Dou Emperor Bloodline?

Wouldn't the problem be solved if he became emperor?

Therefore, this secret technique is only beneficial to Xiao Yan, with no drawbacks whatsoever!

Brilliant! Brilliant!

Seeing the fanatical, excited smile on Xiao Yan's lips, the Burning Flame Ancestor's eyes twitched.

What the hell is wrong with the Xiao Clan?

Although Xiao Xuan and the Xiao Clan were initially wary of the side effects of the <Emperor Blood Battle-Nurturing Art>, when it came time to use it, they were all incredibly decisive.

Xiao Yan is even more insane; he got excited just hearing about the side effects?

Thinking of this, Burning Flame Ancestor couldn't help but warn again:

"Xiao Xuan left this technique in the hope that future generations would use it as a last resort, allowing them to escape from a desperate situation. However, this secret technique should be used only when absolutely necessary, especially before you resolve your bloodline issue. You must never use it recklessly! Remember! Remember!"

A dark golden light hovered in front of Xiao Yan, but he felt no fear whatsoever; all he felt was a thirst for power.

He desperately wanted to become stronger!

With these three gifts from his ancestors, perhaps when he becomes Eight-Star Dou Sheng, he will be able to directly compete with a powerhouse of the level of the Hun Tian Di!

Xiao Yan took a deep breath, his eyes becoming incredibly determined.

He stepped forward and directly absorbed the dark golden light into his brow, storing it carefully in his soul's sea of consciousness.

Seeing Xiao Yan's decisive action, Burning Flame Ancestor knew that he must not have fully listened to his words, but Burning Flame Ancestor could completely understand that for Xiao Yan now, no matter what kind of messy side effects there were, as long as they were useful, he had no right to choose.

Watching Xiao Yan carefully put away the three inheritances, the illusory figure of the Burning Flame Ancestor seemed to dim even further. After a moment of silence, he finally revealed a gratified smile and said slowly:

"I have fulfilled my mission in entrusting Xiao Xuan's legacy to his people. Young man, the future of the Xiao Clan may rest on your shoulders. The road ahead is fraught with peril; take care..."

As soon as he finished speaking, the figure of the Burning Flame Ancestor began to slowly dissipate, and the surrounding world of flames rippled and blurred.

"Junior Xiao Yan thanks Ancestor for bestowing this treasure upon me today! Please rest assured, Ancestor, from now on, Burning Flame Valley will be the most steadfast ally of my Xiao Clan, just as you were with Ancestor Xiao Xuan back then!"

Xiao Yan bowed deeply once more to the figure that was about to disappear.

"Hehe, the ancestor believes you!"

Upon hearing this, Burning Flame Ancestor chuckled and replied.

As soon as he finished speaking, his figure vanished, and the entire world of flames gradually dissipated, leaving only a crimson light that flew from the depths of the sea of fire and shot into Xiao Yan's brow.

Xiao Yan swept his soul power over it and immediately understood.

That was the cultivation method of the Heaven-Burning Great Hand Seal and some of the experiences and ideas of the Burning Flame Ancestor when he created this Dou Technique.

As the crimson sea of fire and the figure of the Burning Flame Ancestor dissipated, the scene on the third floor of the Dou Technique Pavilion became clear again.

The cool, white jade scroll still lay quietly on Xiao Yan's outstretched hands, as if the thrilling inheritance he had just experienced was nothing but a dream.

However, the three beams of light floating in his sea of consciousness, as well as the complete cultivation method and experience of the <Heaven-Burning Great Hand Seal>, all proved that what had just happened was real.

"Nephew? Nephew Xiao Yan?"

Tang Zhen's slightly concerned voice rang in his ears, completely pulling Xiao Yan back to reality.

Xiao Yan snapped back to reality, only then realizing that he was still holding the scroll with both hands.

He subconsciously looked up and saw Tang Zhen's worried gaze, as well as Tang Huo'er's spirited and pretty face beside him, which was full of tension and concern.

"Call..."

Xiao Yan exhaled a long breath, suppressing the surging excitement in his heart and the joy he felt for the legacy left by his ancestors.

He quickly composed himself, gripped the white jade scroll tightly, and gave Tang Zhen and Tang Huo'er a gentle smile tinged with apology.

"I'm sorry, Uncle Tang, Huo Er, for making you worry." Xiao Yan apologized first, then his face lit up with surprise. "I just met the Burning Flame Ancestor of Burning Flame Valley. He was a close friend of my ancestor Xiao Xuan and passed on some things that my ancestor specially left for his descendants."

"Is this really true?"

Tang Zhen and Tang Huo'er were both shocked upon hearing this. Tang Zhen had only mentioned the remnant image of the ancestor briefly because he suddenly remembered it, never expecting that Xiao Yan had actually seen the ancestor, and that the ancestor was even on very good terms with Xiao Yan Clan's ancestor, Xiao Xuan.

"Wait, Xiao Xuan?" Tang Zhen was suddenly startled. He felt the name was somewhat familiar. After thinking for a moment, he continued, "I remember when I used the Inheritance Crystal to inherit the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, it seemed to be mentioned that this secret technique was created by a senior named Xiao Xuan and given to our Burning Flame Valley."

Although Tang Huo'er had also learned the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, she was carefree and not very meticulous. When she was cultivating, she did not fully absorb the information in the Inheritance Crystal, so she was quite surprised to hear this.

"That's right. Among the things left by our ancestors is the cultivation method for the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations. The complete version of this thing is a secret technique exclusive to our clan. Without the bloodline of the clan, it is impossible to cultivate."

Xiao Yan said with a smile.

"Excellent, excellent! I never imagined that my Burning Flame Valley would have such a connection with my nephew's family. It's all fate! Hahaha!"

Tang Zhen understood Xiao Yan's meaning, and without asking what treasures Xiao Yan had obtained, he simply laughed and praised them.

Since the ancestors of the two families were close friends and even left their legacy in each other's inheritance, it is enough to show that the two families had an excellent relationship. Therefore, Huo Er marrying Xiao Yan is equivalent to rekindling their old friendship.

Regardless of how you look at it, this is a great thing for Burning Flame Valley!