Facing Tang Zhen and the others, Hei Qing was not particularly afraid, but he could clearly sense that just moments ago, an extremely terrifying aura had locked onto him. Judging from that aura, it belonged to a Dou Saint expert.
Therefore, Hei Qing did not dare act arrogantly. He immediately revealed his identity, background, and purpose for coming in full.
"You're from the Ancient Void Dragon clan?" Sensing that familiar aura, Zi Yan asked excitedly.
"Indeed." When facing Zi Yan, Hei Qing answered with exceptional respect.
Zi Yan's little eyes lit up, and she could not help secretly marveling at Tang Chen's foresight. He had actually been right—her clansmen had truly come looking for her themselves.
Only after learning the full story did Xiao Yi Xian and the others lower their guard.
Hei Qing also noticed that once he had finished speaking, the terrifying aura locking onto him quietly vanished, making him secretly breathe a sigh of relief.
Afterward, Zi Yan revealed that she was Zhu Kun's daughter and took out the token Zhu Kun had left for her.
The moment Hei Qing saw the token, he was overcome with excitement. He immediately bowed down and paid his respects, addressing her as the Dragon Emperor.
Although Zi Yan had long known this day would come sooner or later, when it truly arrived, her heart was still filled with reluctance. Yet she had no room to hesitate. The Ancient Void Dragon clan needed her to return and take charge, so she had no choice but to leave.
After leaving Tang Chen a letter, Zi Yan departed Burning Flame Valley with Hei Qing.
Half a year later, Tang Chen still had not emerged from seclusion.
During that time, the girls had also traveled out of the valley together to gain experience, to