Learning from a Master, the Engagement Is Called Off

The Yao Lao stroked his beard and smiled at Xiao Yan.

What's so special about it?

"That means it can evolve!"

"Evolution? Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"

There has never been a cultivation technique in this world that can evolve.

Xiao Yan was also extremely shocked by what Yao Lao said.

Nothing in this world is absolutely impossible.

Just because you haven't heard of it doesn't mean it doesn't exist.

"Hiss."

Upon hearing Yao Lao's words, Xiao Yan also gasped.

"Can it really evolve?"

"Good."

"Have you cultivated?"

"No."

"Has anyone else cultivated this?"

"Currently, I do not know of any other person who has practiced this."

"Then how do you know that the cultivation technique can evolve?"

That's what it says in the cultivation manual.

"Damn it! How can you believe this!"

Hearing Yao Lao's explanation, Xiao Yan was almost driven to madness.

I thought I'd have a great harvest, but this is all?

"Although it hasn't been verified, based on my years of experience, I infer that the probability is at least 98%."

"Although it is extremely difficult, the benefits if successful are also enormous."

"This special technique can absorb and refine various kinds of Heavenly Flames, allowing the technique to evolve successfully."

When absorbing and refining the Heavenly Flames, one's own cultivation level can also be improved by leaps and bounds.

"As long as enough Heavenly Flames are found, then achieving the level of a three-day Dou Emperor or a five-day Dou Zong is not impossible."

"Of course, if you're not interested, I also have other normal cultivation methods."

"For example, the High-grade Earth-tier Cultivation Method I practice myself."

"In the early stages, there was also an abridged version of this Mystic Tier- rank technique."

Once you break through to the Dou Zhe, you can first cultivate this Mystic Tier technique, and then switch to the Earth Tier Cultivation Method.

As for cultivation techniques at the Heaven Tier, I also have one here.

However, it is not compatible with Earth Tier Cultivation Method, and switching to it could result in the loss of half of one's Dou Qi cultivation.

As for your choice, that's up to you.

Although Yao Lao really wanted Xiao Yan to cultivate a special technique, he didn't force Xiao Yan to choose; he simply explained both paths.

Hearing Yao Lao's heartfelt words, Xiao Yan fell into deep thought.

"That special cultivation technique, can it really lead to evolution?"

After pondering for a long time, Xiao Yan asked again.

He didn't want a definite answer, since no one had ever cultivated this thing before.

"I'm just speculating based on my experience; I can't be sure."

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's question, Yao Lao did not choose to hide anything.

"Teacher!"

After Yao Lao gave the answer, Xiao Yan did not hesitate and immediately knelt down and kowtowed, calling out very respectfully.

"Ha ha ha ha.

Silly boy, you don't need to do that.

Simply bow with your hands clasped in greeting.

Yao Lao was also very happy about Xiao Yan becoming his disciple.

After these years of trials, Yao Lao has gained some understanding of Xiao Yan's character.

He's definitely not a rebellious disciple like Han Feng.

As for his talent for cultivation, he was quite satisfied before the test even began.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have wasted several years testing Xiao Yan.

"By the way, teacher, how amazing do you think my cousin is?"

After successfully becoming an apprentice, Xiao Yan finally asked the questions that had been on his mind.

"Your cousin?"

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's question, Yao Lao remained silent for a moment.

"Very strong. And also very rich."

Hearing Yao Lao's answer, Xiao Yan felt a little disappointed.

After all, even if the Yao Lao didn't tell him, he already knew the answer.

The entire Xiao Clan rose to prominence thanks to Wang Chen, so his strength goes without saying.

As for wealth, that goes without saying.

After all, many of the resources the Xiao Clan enjoys now are supported by Wang Chen.

"When I said 'very strong' and 'very rich,' I wasn't referring to the Xiao Clan in general."

Rather, it refers to something relative to the entire continent.

Seeing Xiao Yan's expression, Yao Lao knew what he was thinking.

To be honest, even Yao Lao was quite shocked by Wang Chen's strength and wealth.

He had seen souls at the Peak Spirit Realm before.

Back when he was still a renowned figure on the mainland, he had seen many Alchemists of this caliber.

However, the soul of the Peak Spirit Realm was placed in a young man who was not yet twenty years old, which was something that Yao Lao had never seen before.

As for wealth, even in the Central Plains, the Earth Core Tempering Milk would be considered a rare and precious treasure.

Now they're actually giving it away to a cousin who's not even Dou Zhe —what else could this be but extravagance?

Of course, what impressed the Yao Lao even more was Wang Chen's demonstrated emphasis on family ties.

If Wang Chen discovers this later, then having Xiao Yan as a disciple would at least provide a bridge for communication between the two sides.

Although the Yao Lao was not afraid of death, it did not mean he wanted to die.

Having experienced such a thing, how could he possibly die peacefully without having avenged himself and cleansed his own house?

Moreover, he also possesses a method of resurrection.

Once he had hope, he was even less inclined to die.

"Little Yanzi, you can continue your cultivation now."

"With this Earth Core Tempering Milk Elixir, your cultivation progress will be able to accelerate a bit."

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Yao Lao took his place as the master and began to instruct Xiao Yan in his cultivation.

Xiao Yan naturally did not object to Yao Lao's instructions.

After these years of honing his skills, he has become even more eager to improve his abilities.

Now that he has the opportunity, he naturally won't waste it.

Because of the Earth Core Tempering Milk, Yao Lao did not ask Xiao Yan to purchase supplies to refine the Foundation-Building Spiritual Liquid.

Although the Earth Core Tempering Milk enhances physical attributes far more than it increases Dou Qi.

However, a towering building rises from the ground.

Without a more solid foundation, cultivation is nothing but a castle in the air.

As a renowned master who was very skilled at teaching his apprentices, Yao Lao naturally knew how to arrange things.

While Xiao Yan was successfully becoming Yao Lao's disciple, atop the distant Misty Cloud Mountain, a master and disciple were also conversing.

"Yanran, are you sure?"

"Yes, Master."

I don't want to be a bargaining chip in a political marriage, marrying a man I don't know at all.

Upon hearing her master Yun Yun's question, Nalan Yanran answered decisively.

"Do your father and grandfather know about this?"

"Have no idea."

Upon hearing her master Yun Yun's question, Nalan Yanran shook her head.

"But no matter what they think, I'm determined to call off this engagement."

"Since you've already made up your mind, then I'll have to go."

Looking at her chosen disciple, Yun Yun spoke up.

The Xiao Clan of today is far more powerful than the Xiao Clan in the original story.

The Xiao Clan alone has five experts at the Dou Ling level.

Not to mention Wang Chen, a renowned Advanced Alchemist.

Under these circumstances, it's naturally impossible for a Da Dou Shi to lead the team to annul the engagement.

That would truly mean a life-or-death feud with the Xiao Clan, and would also offend Wang Chen, an Advanced Alchemist.

Thank you, teacher.

Nalan Yanran was also very happy to hear Yun Yun's words.

"Alright, I'll go get ready. Let's leave tomorrow."

"Yes, teacher."

The next day, Xiao Yan, who had been cultivating diligently all night, was a little tired, but his heart was burning with passion.

"We're back! Everything's back!"

"My talent has finally returned!"

With a frantic shout in his heart, Xiao Yan also let out a deep breath.

Only those who have experienced despair truly understand how precious hope is.

Only those who have experienced the regression and disappearance of their Dou Qi can understand the excitement in Xiao Yan's heart now.

Seeing the excited Xiao Yan, Yao Lao smiled, feeling a little apologetic.

Although he didn't say much, he began to place even greater emphasis on training this apprentice.

Wang Chen, who had a good night's rest, got up early.

Having been away from his family for so many years, he also felt a little nostalgic for this familiar environment.

Otherwise, with his current strength, he wouldn't need to rest at all.

However, since it's not easy to go back to the family, there's no need to rush. It's quite nice to experience the old way of life a little.

"Young Master Chen, the clan leader and elders are asking if you have time; they have something they'd like to discuss with you."

As Wang Chen was taking a relaxing stroll in the courtyard, a servant from the Xiao Clan came over and asked him something.

"Oh, of course I'm free."

"Just lead the way to where the clan leader and the others are."

Wang Chen was also a little curious about why Xiao Zhan and the elders had come to find him.

"This?"

Upon hearing Wang Chen's words, the servant hesitated slightly.

"What's wrong?"

"The clan chief and elders are asking if you have time so they can come and visit."

Upon hearing Wang Chen's question, the servant did not hide anything and told the truth directly.

Wang Chen's current status in the Xiao Clan can be described as being in a league of his own.

Let alone the current Xiao Zhan and the elders, even if the Old Patriarch were to be resurrected, he might not have the same status as Wang Chen.

However, Wang Chen was not the kind of person who would become arrogant because of his favored status.

He will respect others if they respect him.

Since there was nothing else to do, I decided to visit the clan leader and elders to see what they wanted to discuss.

"Just lead the way."

"Oh well."

Upon hearing Wang Chen's words, the servant didn't say anything more and simply led the way.

Before long, Wang Chen, led by a servant, arrived at a small study.

Inside were Xiao Zhan, the patriarch of the Xiao Clan family, and the Three Great Elders.

"Clan leader, elders."

After pushing the door open and entering, Wang Chen greeted everyone.

"Xiao Chen, what brings you here?"

"That servant boy is so ignorant!"

Upon seeing Wang Chen arrive, the Third Elder, who had a relatively volatile temper, prepared to reprimand some of the servants.

"This is my own decision, and it has nothing to do with him."

"Go down."

Wang Chen dismissed the servants, and seeing his arrangement, the clan chief and several elders did not say anything more.

"By the way, what can I do for you?"

After sitting down, Wang Chen asked the question.

"I have two main things to discuss with you this time."

First, now that you've returned to the Xiao Clan, other forces in Wutan City all want to pay you a visit.

"How about we arrange a big banquet to meet those people?"

The Great Elder cautiously suggested.

"Meeting is fine too."

Wang Chen did not directly refuse this offer.

Anyway, this kind of banquet doesn't affect him much.

Wang Chen wouldn't mind if the Xiao Clan gained some fame and prestige at such a banquet.

When should it be scheduled?

"Let's do it tomorrow."

Wang Chen set a time without hesitation.

"Good."

None of the elders or clan leader Xiao Zhan objected to Wang Chen's arrangement.

"What's the second thing?"

"The second thing is that the family received a letter of invitation from the Misty Cloud Sect."

Their sect leader Yun Yun, will visit the Xiao Clan in three days to discuss important matters.

"Um?"

Hearing this second thing, Wang Chen was also a little surprised.

But I soon realized what was going on.

This is probably the annulment of the engagement from the original story.

This was also the catalyst that truly ignited Xiao Yan's rise to power.

If it weren't for this annulment of the engagement, which caused Xiao Yan and his father Xiao Zhan to lose face,

It's doubtful that Xiao Yan will be able to cultivate so diligently for the next three years.

Without those three years of diligent practice, he would not have been able to lay such a solid foundation for his later development.

It can be said that the Misty Cloud Sect played an indispensable role in Xiao Yan's original work achieving such great success.

Of course, that's just a joke.

If he could, Xiao Yan would probably rather forgo this opportunity.

Although this time it was Misty Cloud Sect of Yun Yun Sect, who led the team, the reality is probably similar to the original story.

After all, the Xiao Clan now has Wang Chen as a powerful backer.

His status as Sixth-Grade Alchemist, as revealed to the outside world, is not something the Misty Cloud Sect can afford to underestimate.

If they wanted to annul the engagement, they certainly wouldn't let a lowly butler with no status do it.

"Just these two things?"

"Right."

"Let everything remain the same; you can arrange all of this."

I will step in when the time comes.

Although he had some suspicions, Wang Chen didn't voice them.

Even with a 98% chance of success, what if things don't go as planned?

If the other party wasn't there to break off the engagement, Wang Chen would be in an awkward situation.

Moreover, Wang Chen was also slightly interested in the famous scenes from the original story.

After all, Xiao Yan isn't Wang Chen; he doesn't know the original plot.

If we want Xiao Yan to continue his diligent cultivation, we need to provide him with some motivation.

Wang Chen still hoped that Xiao Yan, a promising talent, could turn that potential into real strength.

That way, Wang Chen's investment will yield greater returns.

After discussing the matter, Wang Chen also went back.

Then, she led Queen Medusa and the other three on a leisurely stroll through the Wutan City.

Big cities have their own scenery, and small cities have their own unique characteristics.

Queen Medusa and her companions also had some interest in Wutan City, where Wang Chen had lived since childhood.

The four of them, including Queen Medusa, strolled around the small city, enjoying local delicacies, and the day passed quickly.

During my travels, none of the scenarios depicted in novels occurred.

After all, Wutan City is now under the control of the Xiao Clan.

The other two so-called major families can only keep a low profile now; they wouldn't dare to act like spoiled young masters anymore.

If we fall into the hands of the Xiao Clan, we're truly dead.

Given the Xiao Clan's current strength, if they were to gain the upper hand, even the City Lord's Mansion of Wutan City wouldn't dare to say much.

The other two major families in Wutan City are not fools; they are not capable of allowing their descendants to cause trouble in this world.