Tang Huo'er: I Can't Take It Anymore
"Huff... huff..."
Tang Huo'er was breathing heavily, lying on the ground, clearly exhausted and at her limit.
Even though she had also cultivated the Great Sun Separation Fire Body, she still couldn't gain any advantage in close combat against a monster like Xiao Yan.
After all, in terms of the cultivation level of the Great Sun Separation Fire Body, no one in the Dou Qi Continent can compare with Xiao Yan. Even Queen Medusa, who had been working with Xiao Yan for many years, couldn't withstand it, let alone Tang Huo'er, who was only trying to fight Xiao Yan for the first time.
With lingering tear stains in the corners of her eyes, Tang Huo'er turned to look at the still energetic Xiao Yan, a pleading look already appearing in her eyes.
"My husband, please don't come again..."
She looked at Xiao Yan pitifully and said in a hoarse voice.
She really couldn't take it anymore; Xiao Yan's physique was just too powerful!
A day later, Tang Huo'er, supported by Xiao Yan, flew out of the altar.
Don't ask why she's not walking, because she's so exhausted that she can't move at all.
Without Xiao Yan's support, she would kneel on the ground after taking only a few steps.
She now completely understands Xiao Yan.
She would rather Xiao Yan find a hundred or eighty opponents than have him spar with her for so long.
That's terrifying!
Not human at all!
She was completely suppressed; she had no ability to resist at all.
They could only be overwhelmed by the endless pressure brought by Xiao Yan's overwhelming offensive, and were completely at a disadvantage.
She vowed never to fight Xiao Yan alone again.
Xiao Yan was happy, anyway.
Of course, he had already cleaned the altar with the Heavenly Flames, so there was no need to worry about hygiene here.
After all, he is a person of good character.
"Nephew, Huo Er!"
Upon noticing that the two had stepped out of the altar, Tang Zhen quickly came to greet them.
Seeing Tang Huo'er clinging to Xiao Yan's arm in such an intimate manner, Tang Zhen's lips curled into a faint smile.
Great! Seeing how well his daughter and son-in-law get along, he, as their father, can finally rest easy!
Etc!
Wrong!
Tang Zhen's pupils suddenly contracted, and his gaze fell on his own daughter.
Her cheeks were still flushed from exercising...
As someone who's been through it all, Tang Zhen could tell at a glance that his daughter had been sparring with Xiao Yan inside the altar for quite some time!
His gaze then fell on Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan wasn't guilty at all; instead, he smiled calmly.
Although Tang Zhen felt a little reluctant that his daughter had become someone else's wife, he was still happy for her deep down.
For Tang Huo'er, Xiao Yan was indeed a good match.
As the father-in-law, he couldn't find any fault with Xiao Yan, his son-in-law.
As long as Xiao Yan doesn't neglect his daughter and treats her well, that's enough for him.
After all, it's unlikely that you can find another young person as outstanding as Xiao Yan in the Central Plains.
"Father..."
Tang Huo'er's eyes darted away, feeling guilty.
"Uncle."
Xiao Yan greeted him generously.
"Hehe, now that things have come to this, does my son-in-law still have to call me uncle?"
Tang Zhen smiled faintly and said, feigning displeasure.
"My father-in-law."
Xiao Yan raised his arms and cupped his hands in greeting.
"Xiao Yan!"
Tang Huo'er's pretty face flushed red, and she tightened her grip on his arm.
"Haha, Huo Er is even shy!"
Upon seeing this, Tang Zhen burst into laughter.
"Father!"
Tang Huo'er stomped her foot in embarrassment and annoyance, causing a spatial ripple.
"Alright, alright, Daddy won't tease you anymore."
Tang Zhen was a typical doting father to his daughter. Seeing that his daughter was already flushed, he smiled and reached out to rub Tang Huo'er's head.
"Now that we're together, why not stay in Burning Flame Valley for a few more days?"
Tang Zhen also took the opportunity to invite Xiao Yan to stay in Burning Flame Valley for a few more days.
Now that the son-in-law and daughter have consummated their relationship, given Xiao Yan's personality, the matter between them is naturally considered completely settled.
As for the ceremony, he had already asked his daughter beforehand. Knowing that his son-in-law bore the mission of revitalizing the family and fighting against the behemoth that was the Soul Hall, his personal matters could only be put aside, so there was no rush.
However, regardless of the circumstances, since he was already his son-in-law, Tang Zhen certainly couldn't just call him over to help and then send him away; that's not how things are done.
As the father-in-law, he should treat his son-in-law well.
"Since my father-in-law has personally extended the invitation, Xiao Yan will naturally accept with utmost respect."
Xiao Yan smiled and cupped his hands again. Now that he was traveling outside, he represented the face of the Xiao Clan, the Danta, the Starfall Pavilion, the Yan Alliance, and the Xiao Sect, so he naturally wouldn't be short of proper etiquette.
It's never a bad thing to be polite!
Tang Zhen was quite satisfied with Xiao Yan's humble and polite behavior.
In the Dou Qi Continent, everything is based on strength. Therefore, as the gap in strength widens, the hierarchy of elders and juniors often evolves into one of strength and weakness.
Therefore, this makes Xiao Yan's humility and politeness all the more precious.
For the next two weeks, Xiao Yan enjoyed treatment in Burning Flame Valley that was comparable to that of the Valley Master.
He also enjoyed a delicious meal of special ingredients that were helpful in cultivating Fire Attribute Dou Qi.
It can only be said that Burning Flame Valley, which once had a top-level expert like the Burning Flame Ancestor, is indeed worthy of its reputation. Although it has declined somewhat and is no longer as powerful as it once was, these special ingredients that are almost impossible to find in the outside world have truly broadened Xiao Yan's horizons.
In fact, he wouldn't mind staying in Burning Flame Valley for a few more days.
But Tang Huo'er really couldn't stay there any longer.
Xiao Yan knew that Tang Huo'er had been having a really tough time these past few days, so he agreed to take her back.
When Tang Zhen heard that the two were leaving, although he was a little reluctant, he still smiled and saw them off as they left Burning Flame Valley.
Then they stared in disbelief as Xiao Yan casually conjured Space Wormhole led directly to the Pill Danta.
"Holy crap!"
Watching his son-in-law and daughter disappear into the Space Wormhole, Tang Zhen was so shocked that he swore.
It wasn't that he lacked self-control; it was simply that Xiao Yan's move was far too astonishing.
Constructing Space Wormhole at will was not a difficult task for him, who was already Five-Star Dou Zun.
However, precisely locating the landing point of Space Wormhole and instantly forming a complete wormhole passage is an operation that even a powerhouse of his level cannot accomplish.
"Such monstrous talent, there probably isn't another person like him in the entire Central Plains!"
Tang Zhen shook his head and couldn't help but sigh.
My son-in-law is truly a dragon and phoenix in appearance, a man of extraordinary talent and bearing!
This exceptionally talented individual is only eighteen years old!
Perhaps he really can reach that legendary realm!
"Is there really anyone in this world who can break through to the Dou Emperor realm...?"
He sighed softly, then turned and returned to Burning Flame Valley.
Meanwhile, inside the Space Wormhole, Tang Huo'er, seeing Xiao Yan's restless hand, couldn't help but slap it away!
"This is Space Wormhole! Xiao Yan, my husband! Are you awake?!"
Tang Huo'er was almost amused by her own anger.
Although this Space Wormhole was temporarily constructed by Xiao Yan, it is arguably the safest and most private place in the world, and no one can find it.
But the danger level here is not low. If Xiao Yan were to really do something reckless with her here, she felt she would be in great danger.
Firstly, even if she were Dou Zong expert, she might not be able to withstand the Spatial Turbulence.
Secondly, in this godforsaken place, she was truly helpless, with no one to turn to for help.
She didn't want to limp back to Danta and become a laughingstock among her sisters!
Xiao Yan awkwardly let go, touched his nose, and was greeted by a fragrant aroma.
"Satyr!"
Tang Huo'er punched Xiao Yan hard.
Xiao Yan just laughed and grabbed it back; it didn't hurt anyway, so he could hit it however he wanted.
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