Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes, staring at the figure ahead that had taken human form. He was a square-faced man with an imposing air of unspoken authority. Thick, coarse stubble covered half his face, making him look rather unkempt.
Yet at this moment, his violet-gold eyes were filled with unconcealed distraction and blankness. The man paid no attention whatsoever to Xiao Yan and Qing Lin, who were stronger than him, and instead focused all his attention on Zi Yan.
Being stared at so directly by such a powerful being, Zi Yan did not act rashly at first. But after being watched for so long, she finally muttered, "What do you keep staring at me for?"
Hearing Zi Yan's question, the man finally realized that he had become too excited and lost his composure. He stiffly forced a smile onto his chiseled face. Perhaps because he had not smiled in far too long, it looked rather strange and was difficult to compliment.
He first nervously rubbed his rough hands together, then asked Zi Yan as gently as he could, "You... were born into the Ancient Void Dragon Clan?"
Though Zi Yan found the question somewhat strange, she still nodded. "That's right. And I am the current Dragon Emperor of the Ancient Void Dragon Clan!"
Upon hearing that title, the man was unexpectedly stunned for a moment. Then, as though he had thought of something, a self-mocking bitter smile appeared on his face. His tone unconsciously became somewhat ingratiating. "Dragon Emperor... yes, yes. With the purity of your bloodline, no one but you could hold the position of Dragon Emperor..."
"Why are you acting so strangely? What exactly do you want?" Looking at the man before her, Zi Yan suddenly felt an inexplicable sensation rise within her. She could not describe what