The Jia Ma Empire Royal Family's Reaction!

Xiao Ding and Xiao Li's expressions suddenly turned grave.

Xiao Yan asked with some confusion, then said, "Big Brother, Second Brother, what experts were the guards just mentioning? Could it be that our Desert Iron Mercenary Group has offended someone recently?"

Hearing Xiao Yan's words and realizing he had misunderstood, Xiao Ding and Xiao Li explained the situation to him.

They clarified that they hadn't provoked any experts. In a place like Shi Mo City, they were now a force to be reckoned with; how could they be so reckless as to easily offend powerful figures? Wouldn't that bring total disaster upon the entire mercenary group?

Xiao Li replied, "Little Yan, a few days ago, before you arrived in Shi Mo City, we saw several experts in the city. They were just wandering around the center of the desert, and we originally thought they were looking for something. We didn't expect that they would now be coming for our mercenary group. We don't know their origins," Xiao Li said with some worry.

Not long after, several figures arrived at the scene. They were Yun Yun, the Sect Leader of the Cloud Mist Sect of the Jia Ma Empire, along with Nalan Yanran and the Pill King, Gu He.

"May I ask, is this the Desert Iron Mercenary Group? Xiao Yan, Mr. Yao?"

Upon arriving and seeing Xiao Yan, as well as the black-robed gentleman beside him, Yun Yun immediately turned solemn. Pill King Gu He was no exception; he was equally respectful. That was the only Rank 7 Alchemist in the Jia Ma Empire. Although he prided himself on being the best alchemist in the Jia Ma Empire, in front of Yao Chen, he dared not be the least bit presumptuous or arrogant. After all, the man was a Rank 7 Alchemist and a Dou Zong expert.

"Is this the Pill King, Gu He?" Little Doctor Immortal's expression was one of extreme surprise. It seemed Mr. Yao's reputation in the Jia Ma Empire was truly resounding. She muttered to herself, feeling increasingly envious that Xiao Yan could have such a teacher. She was truly envious.

"Xiao Yan." Nalan Yanran also muttered to herself, her expression filled with surprise and shock. She hadn't expected that what her teacher said was actually true. Xiao Yan was really with Mr. Yao. Could it be that Xiao Yan's teacher was truly Mr. Yao? If that were the case, what chance did she have in the Three-Year Agreement? Wouldn't that be equivalent to making an enemy of Mr. Yao? Not to mention the possibility of being defeated by Xiao Yan; even if she were lucky enough to win the Three-Year Agreement, she would likely offend Mr. Yao, leaving her in a dilemma. Nalan Yanran couldn't understand why Mr. Yao would take a piece of trash like Xiao Yan as his disciple.

Xiao Ding and Xiao Li finally understood the situation at this moment.

So these powerhouses were actually the Sect Master of the Cloud Mist Sect.

And Nalan Yanran, who had broken off her engagement with his third brother, Xiao Yan.

As well as the Pill King Gu He, who was renowned throughout the Jia Ma Empire.

To be held in such high regard by Mr. Yao—it seemed Little Yanzi had truly chosen the right teacher.

The two of them muttered to themselves in their hearts.

"Mr. Yao, we were passing through Shi Mo City and never expected to encounter you here."

Yun Yun was the first to speak.

She pretended that their meeting was a coincidence rather than a deliberate approach.

She did not want to leave a negative impression of the Cloud Mist Sect on Mr. Yao.

Mr. Yao's expression and tone were both cold and indifferent.

He said, "Hmm, what are you doing here, disturbing our peace? Leave this place."

Pill King Gu He stepped forward, looked at Mr. Yao, and said, "Mr. Yao, I am Gu He. I have long wished for an opportunity to pay you a formal visit. Meeting here in Shi Mo City is a stroke of fate. If I could receive even a few pointers on alchemy from you, I would benefit for a lifetime."

Mr. Yao said indifferently, "Not interested. Leave."

After speaking, Mr. Yao returned to the tent first.

He left Gu He standing there with an awkward expression.

The famous Pill King had been brushed aside, leaving him feeling extremely embarrassed.

Xiao Ding and Xiao Li exchanged glances.

Although the two did not speak, their expressions revealed nothing but astonishment.

They whispered to themselves in their hearts, "Little Yanzi's teacher truly has the demeanor of a powerhouse. Pill King Gu He offered his goodwill, yet he didn't even spare him a glance. As expected of a Rank 7 Alchemist; he possesses absolute confidence in his strength."

Gu He was also somewhat embarrassed.

However, he had anticipated such an outcome.

It was normal for a figure like Mr. Yao to look down on him.

After all, he was merely a lowly Dou Wang.

But Yun Yun would not give up.

Regardless of anything else, the Cloud Mist Sect had to befriend this great figure, Mr. Yao.

It was a factor of vital importance for their future status in the Jia Ma Empire.

They absolutely could not let the Imperial Family get there first.

Speaking of the Jia Ma Empire's Imperial Family.

At this very moment, within the palace in the Jia Ma Holy City.

Jia Xing Tian had just received the message, and his expression immediately froze.

"What? Mr. Yao has already left Wutan City? He went to the Magical Beast Mountain Range a while ago? Then where is Mr. Yao now?"

"Old Jia, Mr. Yao is currently in Shi Mo City, a small town near the Tagor Desert."

"Oh, Shi Mo City? Then I must go and pay Mr. Yao a visit!"

Yao Yue, as the little princess of the Jia Ma Empire, had met Mr. Yao at the Miteer Auction House last time.

She had desperately wanted to take him as her master, but she had been ignored and rejected.

However, Yao Yue had not given up.

She still wanted to prove herself; what if Mr. Yao changed his mind?

Thus, she said:

"Great-grandfather, are you going to Shi Mo City to visit Mr. Yao?"

"Then take me along, I also want to show my face."

Jia Xing Tian sighed.

Even though the hope was slim.

But if his great-granddaughter could really become Mr. Yao Chen's disciple.

That would be too important for the Jia Ma Empire's royal family.

With a Rank 7 Alchemist, a Dou Zong expert backing them.

Their royal family would no longer be so wary of the Cloud Mist Sect's colossal influence!

"Alright, then let's pack up. We'll set off in two days."

"I think since Mr. Yao has just arrived in Shi Mo City, he won't be in such a hurry to leave."

The person who had just reported suddenly added.

"Elder Jia, as far as I know, the Cloud Mist Sect's leader, Yun Yun."

"Seems to have arrived in Shi Mo City a few days ago."

"She also seems to want to befriend Mr. Yao!"

"What."

Upon hearing this, Jia Xing Tian's expression suddenly turned solemn.

He immediately changed his plans.

"We're leaving immediately. No need to wait for two days."

He was already wary of the Cloud Mist Sect's influence in the Jia Ma Empire.

If the Cloud Mist Sect were to get on Mr. Yao Chen's good side before the royal family.

Then the Cloud Mist Sect would become even more arrogant and overbearing in the Jia Ma Empire.

By then, the royal family would probably be even less able to control the Cloud Mist Sect.

So Jia Xing Tian set off immediately, heading in the direction of Shi Mo City.

In Shi Mo City, within the Desert Iron Mercenary Group's camp.

Yao Chen looked at the system panel.

A line of text had just appeared before his eyes.

It was the system's reward!