Coercion and Temptation, Ya Fei Submits

Xiao Yan's voice was not loud, yet it exploded in Ya Fei's ears like a thunderclap.

[Hehehe...]

[The Host has forcibly intimidated an innocent young lady; the way you frightened her is simply too wicked, too satisfying!]

[Reward: Super Villain Points +666!]

At this moment, Ya Fei was already too terrified to speak, her eyes filled with nothing but shock.

No matter how she looked at it, she could never have imagined that the third young master of the Xiao Family, once hailed as a waste, would now possess such terrifying cultivation.

This was the Dou Ancestor realm!

Even in a powerful clan like the Mittel Family, there was no such formidable figure with such heaven-shaking strength!

The most crucial point was that Xiao Yan was only fifteen years old!

She simply could not believe the scene unfolding before her eyes!

It was not until a long while later that Ya Fei trembled, finally snapping back to her senses.

Taking a deep breath, Ya Fei forcibly suppressed the raging waves in her heart and asked in a voice that sounded almost like a dream:

"Are... are you really a Dou Ancestor?"

Xiao Yan did not answer, merely extending his hand.

Hum—

In the center of his palm, a ball of crimson-gold flame appeared out of thin air!

As the flames danced, they possessed both the bewitching allure of a red lotus and the majesty of a scorching sun.

The terrifying temperature emitted by the flames caused the temperature in the entire office to soar to a suffocating level in an instant!

Ya Fei felt a wave of heat rush toward her face and instinctively took two steps back.

Although her cultivation was not high, her knowledge was vast; she knew many secrets of the Dou Qi Continent and could naturally sense the terrifying power contained within that flame!

This was no ordinary flame.

It was a Heavenly Flame!

To control such a terrifying Heavenly Flame was absolutely not something a Dou Practitioner, Dou Master, Grand Dou Master, or even a Dou King could achieve!

"This... this is a Heavenly Flame..."

Ya Fei's voice trembled, her eyes filled with awe. She could not have imagined that Xiao Yan was not only a Dou Ancestor but also possessed something as terrifying as a Heavenly Flame.

Xiao Yan retracted the flames, slowly settled back into his chair, and said indifferently:

"Miss Ya Fei, can we have a proper talk now?"

Ya Fei stared at him blankly, speechless for a long time.

She recalled her earlier mockery and the disdain she had felt in her heart, and she could only feel a burning, stinging sensation on her cheeks.

A fifteen-year-old Dou Ancestor...

A Dou Ancestor who controlled a Heavenly Flame!

What kind of concept was this?

In the entire Gama Empire, the strongest experts were merely at the peak of the Dou Huang realm!

Yet this youth before her was already a Dou Ancestor at fifteen!

What kind of absurd, monstrous talent was this?

If word of this got out, the entire Dou Qi Continent would likely be shaken to its core!

If the Mittel Family could latch onto such a figure... it would absolutely be a heaven-defying opportunity for the Mittel Family to change its destiny!

Ya Fei's thoughts raced, and the shock in her eyes was gradually replaced by fervor.

She took a deep breath, straightened her dress, and bowed respectfully to Xiao Yan.

This time, her attitude was completely different from before.

It was not mere courtesy or sycophancy, but genuine, heartfelt respect.

"Ya Fei failed to recognize a titan; I hope the Young Master will forgive my offense."

Her voice was no longer coquettish but carried a sense of solemnity.

Xiao Yan waved his hand and said indifferently: "It is of no consequence. Now, can we talk?"

Ya Fei nodded hurriedly and sat upright opposite Xiao Yan.

"Please speak, Young Master."

Xiao Yan looked at her and spoke slowly:

"I require the Mittel Family's intelligence network and commercial channels to provide my Xiao Family with all necessary resources and intelligence to the best of your ability. Any order from the Xiao Family must be executed."

"In return—"

He paused, a flash of sharp light crossing his eyes.

"I will provide, free of charge, various high-level cultivation methods, Dou Techniques, precious pill formulas, and even alchemy guidance and training from this Tier 8 Alchemist..."

A Tier 8 Alchemist?

Ya Fei glanced at Medicine Elder beside him, her heart trembling violently. The Xiao Family actually had a Tier 8 Alchemist guarding them?

How absurd!

However!

Before Ya Fei could even catch her breath.

Xiao Yan's next words struck her like a bolt of lightning, leaving her scalp tingling.

"At the same time, I can guarantee that the Mittel Clan's status in the Gama Empire will be unshakable, far surpassing the other two great clans. Whoever acts against the Mittel Clan acts as an enemy of the Xiao Family!"

"Even—"

The corners of his mouth curled up slightly.

"It is not impossible to help the Mittel Clan step out of the Gama Empire and truly make a name for themselves across the Dou Qi Continent."

"I think—"

Xiao Yan paused, his tone carrying an unquestionable weight, "Miss Ya Fei should understand that some opportunities, once missed, will never return."

Hearing this.

Ya Fei's breath hitched.

Step out of the Gama Empire?

That was the dream of several generations of the Mittel Clan!

If that day were to truly come...

If it were anyone else, she would only think the person was joking.

But now—

A fifteen-year-old Dou Ancestor was standing right before her.

She could not even begin to imagine what heights he would reach in the future!

Dou Venerate?

Dou Sheng?

Or perhaps a Dou Emperor?

Thump, thump, thump...

At the thought of this, Ya Fei's heart could not help but race.

She bit her lip, a flash of determination in her eyes.

"Young Master, as for the Mittel branch in Wutan City, I can make the call; everything shall be at your disposal."

"It is just that... regarding the main clan... I am afraid I will need to return and discuss this!"

"Although I have a certain amount of influence in the clan, I may not necessarily be able to..."

After all, having the Mittel Clan submit entirely to the Xiao Family was equivalent to making the Mittel Clan an affiliate force, essentially serving as the Xiao Family's dogs. Some of the higher-ups in the clan would likely not agree easily.

Xiao Yan waved his hand, cutting her off instantly.

"No matter."

"I will arrange for one hundred Dou Kings to accompany you back!"

"I believe that with your methods, this should be enough to resolve any issues, right?"

Xiao Yan stood up, his gaze calm as he looked at Ya Fei.

What?!

One hundred Dou Kings?

The Xiao Family... actually possessed such terrifying hidden strength?

They had far more than just the ten Dou Kings they had displayed?

Good heavens!

What on earth happened to this Xiao Family?

One hundred Dou Kings... plus Xiao Yan himself, a Dou Ancestor—was there truly any force within the Gama Empire that could compare to the Xiao Family now?

Ya Fei's delicate body trembled. She hurriedly stood up and bowed, her eyes filled with awe.

"Rest assured, Young Master, Ya Fei understands."

"I guarantee that within three days, I will provide you with a satisfactory answer."

With one hundred Dou Kings, she believed those old fogies in the clan would not dare to refuse.

Ya Fei was almost one hundred percent certain she could get it done!

Xiao Yan nodded and turned to walk outside.

Medicine Elder followed behind, his gaze sweeping over Ya Fei with indifference before he looked away.

As they reached the doorway, Xiao Yan suddenly stopped in his tracks and spoke without turning his head:

"Right, gather as many medicinal herbs as possible within Wutan City and provide them to the Xiao Family."

"Understood."

"These things are your reward!"

After saying this, a storage ring landed in Ya Fei's hand.

"Yes!"

Ya Fei took the ring and hurriedly replied with respect, her posture humble and low.

Xiao Yan said nothing more and strode away with Medicine Elder.

[Ding--]

[Congratulations to the Host for using overbearing and tyrannical means to force Ya Fei into submission under your prestige! By causing the Destined Protagonist Xiao Yan of this world to lose the opportunity of "Ya Fei" and the "Mittel Clan," the Destined Protagonist's Luck Value has decreased by 6,000! Host's Luck Value +6,000!]

[Host has gained 10,000 Super Villain Points!]