Arrangements for What Comes Next

Instructor Ruolin gestured to the students basking in the sun outside and said, "Everyone, come inside. It's too hot out there."

The new students filed in, all hailing from Wutan City or the surrounding areas. Almost all of them had heard of Xiao Yan's reputation.

The first thing they did upon entering was to greet Xiao Yan. Seeing the immense influence Xiao Yan held over these young people, Instructor Ruolin felt a sudden pang of worry.

However, thinking of Xiao Yan's terrifying strength, Instructor Ruolin could only heave a sigh.

She had already notified the people at Canaan Academy; the news of Xiao Yan would likely shock the entire institution.

Instructor Ruolin took out a pen and paper to record each student's strength and rank.

Just as Xiao Yan was about to join the queue, Instructor Ruolin said, "Xiao Yan, you don't need to come over. Just sit to the side and wait."

Xiao Yan had no choice but to sit back down, feeling helpless as all the new students formed a long line.

The ones in front were mostly unremarkable, but when it came to the members of the Xiao Clan, each one left Instructor Ruolin stunned.

"Four one-star Dou Zhe, one two-star Dou Zhe, and one three-star Dou Zhe. Your Xiao Clan is truly extraordinary." Instructor Ruolin was beaming with delight.

Xiao Yu looked at the last one in line, Xun'er, and said with a smile, "Instructor Ruolin, the real genius is still to come."

Xun'er stepped forward and said with a smile, "Xiao Xun'er, age 16, strength nine-star Dou Zhe."

Xiao Yan smiled; he had known that as the young mistress of the Ancient Clan, she would certainly be stronger than a six-star Dou Zhe at this point in the original story.

Now that Xiao Yan was paving the way, Xun'er felt confident enough to reveal her true strength.

Instructor Ruolin tapped her forehead and said with a wry smile, "I've truly encountered a real genius. Now, the others in the academy seem like ordinary people. To call them geniuses would be an insult."

Xun'er walked up to Xiao Yan and said, "Brother Xiao Yan, I'm not doing too badly, am I?"

Xiao Yan nodded and whispered to her, "If you hadn't spent three years barely improving your cultivation just to wait for me, you would probably be well beyond a Da Dou Shi by now, wouldn't you?"

Xun'er froze in place. Xiao Yan chuckled and pulled her tightly into his arms.

"Little girl, Brother Xiao Yan will definitely protect you well. Even your clan behind you—I will make them acknowledge me." Xiao Yan said in a soft, gentle voice.

Xun'er nodded, her face flushing red.

Everyone present watched them with smiles.

"Alright, Brother Xiao Yan. Everyone is watching; don't hold me anymore."

Knowing that Xun'er was shy, Xiao Yan let her go.

Instructor Ruolin said with a smile, "Alright, that's about it. Canaan Academy said they would send a specialized flying magical beast to pick you up. It should be here soon."

Xiao Yan asked, "Can I go with my clansmen?"

"Of course you can."

Hearing Instructor Ruolin's words, Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief; right now, the cohesion of his clan was of the utmost importance.

Aside from Xiao Yan, Xiao Ning, Xiao Mei, and Xun'er, the other four were Xiao Feng, Xiao Yu, Xiao Lei, and Xiao Dian.

They all hurried off to pack their belongings.

Xiao Yan hadn't expected to leave so soon, so he quickly returned to the clan to bid his farewells.

After preparing everything, Xiao Yan went to the outskirts of Wutan City and summoned White Fang, Hai Bodong, and Yun Potian.

White Fang said, "Boss, are the magical beasts around here all this weak? I hadn't even stepped inside before they all ran off."

Xiao Yan said sternly, "Stop joking around for a moment. I have a few serious matters to discuss."

White Fang immediately shut his mouth.

"Elder Hai, the three of you are to head to the Black-Corner Region now. You and White Fang are to establish a faction. I will likely be studying at Canaan Academy for two years. During these two years, you two can operate freely in the Black-Corner Region. If I need anything, I will contact you."

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, White Fang was so happy he could fly; now he could do whatever he pleased.

Xiao Yan looked at White Fang and said, "The Black-Corner Region is incredibly dangerous. Even with your strength at the peak of Dou Huang, you must be careful. It would be best if you follow Elder Hai's lead during this time."

Hai Bodong nodded, and White Fang's expression turned gloomy again.

Hai Bodong said, "In that case, Xiao Yan, why don't you give this faction a name?"

Xiao Yan thought for a moment and decided to use the name from the original story.

"Let's call it the Xiao Sect. While I am away, the two of you will be responsible for all internal affairs."

After Xiao Yan finished speaking, he let the two of them leave first.

White Fang followed Hai Bodong with great reluctance, flying off in the direction of the Black-Corner Region.

After they left, Xiao Yan looked at Yun Potian, who carried a long cyan sword on his back.

Yun Potian still retained some youthful innocence, so having him join Canaan Academy alongside Xiao Yan to provide support would be for the best.

"Xiao Tian, your mission is also to head to the Black-Corner Region, but your final destination is Canaan Academy," Xiao Yan said, looking at Yun Potian.

Yun Potian asked with some confusion, "Young Master, given my age and strength, haven't I already exceeded the standards for a student?"

Xiao Yan nodded, then said with a smile, "Indeed, I am not sending you to be a student, but to apply as an elder. It would be best if you could become an elder of the Inner Academy. That way, not only will you be able to look out for me when things happen, but you can also provide me with some convenience."

Yun Potian nodded, though he knew that even if he joined Canaan Academy, he likely wouldn't be able to enter the Inner Academy immediately.

But those were matters for another time; he would just have to take it one step at a time.

After Yun Potian agreed, he also unfurled his Dou Qi wings and set off to catch up with Hai Bodong and the other.

Having resolved all the tasks for the next two years, Xiao Yan let out a long sigh.

Teacher, what level do you think I can reach in two years?

Elder Yao shook his head; even with his vast experience, he found it impossible to judge.

"You brat, you are truly too difficult to gauge. However, what I do know is that in two years' time, your status will be enough to make the Cloud Mist Sect tremble."

Elder Yao's words were undoubtedly a reassurance to Xiao Yan, who then turned and headed back to the Xiao Clan.

After waiting at home for two days, the flying magical beast from Canaan Academy finally arrived. It was actually a Tier 4 magical beast, its massive body occupying the entire Xiao Clan plaza.

An elder with the strength of a Dou Wang stepped down from the beast and asked Instructor Ruolin excitedly, "Where is that genius? Where are the two geniuses!"

Instructor Ruolin pointed toward Xiao Yan and Xun Er, and the elder merely glanced at Xiao Yan before exclaiming "extraordinary" three times in a row.

"Let's go quickly; Vice Dean Hu Gan is getting anxious back at the academy."

Xiao Yan nodded and, bringing Xun Er, Xiao Yu, and the remaining members of the Xiao Clan, boarded the flying magical beast together.

Instructor Ruolin waved goodbye to Xiao Yan and the others, as she still had to escort the rest of the group back to the academy. Thus, she could only let Xiao Yan and his party head back first.

Just like that, Xiao Yan embarked on the journey to attend Canaan Academy.