Xiao Yan had never considered himself someone who craved power and authority. If he truly wanted influence, he could have stayed at Heavenly Snake Mansion and received far better treatment. Yet Yang Yue had not even suggested that Xiao Yan remain. Yang Yue knew deeply that the Northwest Region's stage was too small to contain Xiao Yan.
If even Heavenly Snake Mansion could not attract Xiao Yan, then a mere Jia Ma Empire stood even less of a chance. As for the imperial sisters, Xiao Yan had only just been left somewhat at a loss by Ya Fei's affairs, and had no mind to accept them now.
Jia Xingtian had not expected Xiao Yan's refusal to be so outright.
"Elder Xiao, there is no need to worry. With my help, taking control of the imperial family will present no difficulties or trouble," Jia Xingtian attempted to add.
Xiao Yan waved his hand. "There is no need to say more. I truly have no interest in this."
Seeing Xiao Yan refuse so decisively, Ya Ye visibly sighed in relief. Yao Yue, meanwhile, looked at Xiao Yan with even greater curiosity, as though she were determined to see through his heart.
Hearing Xiao Yan's utterly unyielding tone, the passion in Jia Xingtian's eyes gained a trace of desolation. His once-spirited demeanor seemed to age several years in an instant.
Xiao Yan had only taken a few steps before stopping. Without turning back, he asked, "I heard that Xie Biyan of the Chuyun Empire is from the same generation as you, Old Jia?"
Jia Xingtian nodded. "That's right. He came to the Jia Ma Empire in his youth, and we exchanged blows."
"Although Xie Biyan is dead, he was already a four-star Dou Zong before his death. Old Jia, it would be better