Thirty Years East of the River, Thirty Years West of the River-Never Mock a Poor Young Man

"Please sit down."

After Xiao Yan finished greeting everyone, the Great Elder asked him to sit down.

The situation in this life is completely different from the original story.

The Great Elder would naturally not do what happened in the original story to mock Xiao Zhan and Xiao Yan.

"Yes."

Upon hearing the Great Elder's arrangement, Xiao Yan quickly walked to an empty chair on the left and sat down.

Upon seeing Xiao Yan arrive, Misty Cloud Sect Yun Yun Sect, finally spoke.

"Xiao Clan, the main reason I've come to visit is to ask you for a favor."

Hearing Yun Yun's words, Xiao Zhan's unease intensified.

Although the Xiao Clan has become the dominant force in Wutan City after years of development.

Even within the Jia Ma Imperial City, they are considered a force of considerable influence.

But Yun Yun is the sect leader of the Misty Cloud Sect, a dignified Dou Emperor expert.

The only person in the entire Xiao Clan who could be of help was Wang Chen, Advanced Alchemist.

However, the Misty Cloud Sect itself is not without Advanced Alchemist.

Pill King Gu He's reputation was renowned throughout the Jia Ma Empire.

Moreover, even if Yun Yun wanted to ask Wang Chen for help, she should have visited Wang Chen, not the Xiao Clan.

After all, when Wang Chen didn't return to the Xiao Clan before, he didn't completely conceal his whereabouts.

Yun Yun's sudden appearance at our door is probably not a good thing.

Despite having some unpleasant thoughts in his mind, Xiao Zhan forced himself to calm down.

"Sect Master Yun Yun, is there anything I can help you with?"

"As long as it's within our capabilities, the Xiao Clan will absolutely not refuse!"

"Clan Chief Xiao Zhan, the Misty Cloud Sect has always maintained strict discipline."

Before assuming the position of sect leader, each successor must devote themselves entirely to cultivation and must not be disturbed by any external factors.

Yanran is very talented, and I intend to make her my successor.

However, I only learned about her engagement to the Xiao Clan before that.

I wish to dissolve this engagement.

"Of course, the Misty Cloud Sect will also provide compensation."

"Crack!"

As soon as Yun Yun finished speaking, the cup Xiao Zhan was holding instantly turned into powder.

The atmosphere in the hall became somewhat quiet.

Everyone was shocked by Yun Yun's words.

However, most people subsequently viewed the situation with some mixed feelings.

This incident is somewhat embarrassing for the Xiao Clan.

However, they could also understand Nalan Yanran's actions.

Xiao Yan is now a cripple with Dou Qi Third Stage. What proud woman of heaven could accept marrying him down like this?

If it were them, they wouldn't be willing either.

Moreover, due to the prior instructions from the Misty Cloud Sect of Yun Yun, there were not many members of the Xiao Clan in the hall; they were mostly middle and upper-level members of the Xiao Clan.

Therefore, there's no need to worry too much about this matter getting out and causing the entire Xiao Clan to lose face.

Wang Chen sat there calmly, without saying a word.

He didn't want to interfere in this matter.

The other members of the Xiao Clan had mixed expressions, some uncomfortable, some understanding.

But for the person involved, this is a disgrace.

"Clan Chief Xiao Zhan, I know this is a bit of a stretch."

Therefore, I also brought an apology.

Yun Yun's voice remained ethereal and serene. With a gentle lift of her fingers, six boxes of different colors appeared on the table.

"Here are two Tier 4 Medicinal Pill Gathering Qi Powder and two Tier 5 Medicinal Pill Strengthening Spirit Pill."

In addition, there is a Mystic-Tier High-Level wind attribute cultivation technique and a matching Mystic-Tier Mid-Level wind attribute Dou Technique.

These are all apologies for the annulment of the engagement.

As Yun Yun spoke, the steward beside her carefully opened the jade box.

Instantly, a medicinal fragrance filled the Reception Hall.

The members of the Xiao Clan also felt a refreshing sensation rush to their minds.

After seeing what was inside the jade box, even the Da Dou Shi of the Xiao Clan were slightly tempted.

However, no one spoke, but instead looked at the four high-ranking members of the Xiao Clan sitting in the main seat.

To be honest, Yun Yun's apology was quite sincere.

After all, Xiao Yan is currently just a cripple with only the Dou Qi Third Stage.

In this dog-eat-dog world, it's only natural that the privileged Nalan Yanran would break off her engagement.

If it weren't for the Xiao Clan producing an Advanced Alchemist like Wang Chen, the Misty Cloud Sect probably wouldn't have needed to intervene in this Yun Yun of the engagement.

Any elder who can easily be assigned a Dou Wang) can easily handle the situation.

No matter how unwilling Xiao Yan was, it was of no use.

Reality is cruel.

However, because of Wang Chen's reputation, the Misty Cloud Sect was giving the Xiao Clan face this time.

The Three Great Elders in the main seats exchanged glances.

I was also a little dissatisfied.

This dissatisfaction was directed at both the Misty Cloud Sect and Xiao Zhan.

The Misty Cloud Sect's visit to annul the engagement seemed to only embarrass Xiao Zhan and his son.

However, the Xiao Clan will also suffer some loss of face.

As for their dissatisfaction with Xiao Zhan, that's even simpler.

They are not children anymore; they have a very clear understanding of the nature of this world.

Marrying someone of equal social standing is arguably the simplest and most common principle.

After Xiao Yan was crippled, Xiao Zhan should have taken the initiative to go to the Nalan Clan to dissolve the engagement.

That way, everyone looks better.

However, Xiao Zhan did not do that; he simply put the matter on hold for the time being.

Since they weren't Xiao Yan's direct elders, they couldn't say much.

In addition, at that time, they were also focused on developing the Xiao Clan.

Therefore, the matter was left unresolved.

As a result, the Misty Cloud Sect has now come to annul the engagement.

Not only did Xiao Zhan and his son suffer a great loss of face, but the entire Xiao Clan also lost face as a result.

Therefore, they were naturally even more dissatisfied with Xiao Zhan, who was already somewhat dissatisfied with them.

If there hadn't been other people present, he probably would have started cursing at Xiao Zhan first.

"Xiao Zhan, what do you say?"

Although they were very dissatisfied with Xiao Zhan as the clan leader, they knew they had to unite in this time of external conflict.

Even though he had made up his mind, the Great Elder still asked Xiao Zhan for his opinion.

At this point, overstepping one's bounds is not the right choice.

Upon hearing the Great Elder's question, Xiao Zhan was also torn between his own thoughts and his own mind.

If it were up to his temperament, he would have resolutely refused and sent the Misty Cloud Sect and the others back to where they came from.

However, he is now the patriarch of the Xiao Clan, and he acts without considering the consequences.

This whole affair started because of him, so it's impossible for the entire Xiao Clan to be dragged into it.

Even though he felt sorry for his son, he understood what choice he should make as the clan leader.

After a moment of thought, Xiao Zhan took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

However, just as he was about to speak, someone else jumped out and spoke first.

"Sect Master Yun Yun, you should take the item back."

We will not agree to this.

The moment these words were spoken, the entire hall fell silent.

All eyes turned to Xiao Yan, who was standing to the side.

"Xiao Yan, sit down."

The Great Elder, seated at the head of the table, immediately reprimanded him.

He then bowed to Yun Yun in apology.

"Sect Master Yun Yun, Xiao Yan is just a child after all, and he doesn't understand things."

It's understandable to ramble a bit after suddenly encountering something like this.

Don't take it to heart.

The Great Elder's intervention to stop Xiao Yan was not intended to suppress Xiao Yan.

On the contrary, he was protecting Xiao Yan.

In this world, strength reigns supreme.

Strength speaks for itself.

Even if Xiao Yan was very uncomfortable about this matter, he shouldn't have jumped out like that.

Regardless, Xiao Yan was merely a cripple at the Dou Qi Third Stage, while Yun Yun was a Dou Emperor expert.

If Yun Yun seizes on this point and insists on teaching Xiao Yan a lesson, then no one can find fault with her.

That's why the Great Elder quickly spoke up to explain, preventing Yun Yun from finding fault with him.

"Yan'er, sit down."

Xiao Zhan, who had been preparing to speak earlier, finally spoke up and rebuked Xiao Yan.

As a clan leader, he also understood the Great Elder's purpose.

That's why he followed closely behind and spoke up.

"I don't!"

Despite the reprimands from the Great Elder and Xiao Zhan, Xiao Yan did not sit down.

This situation further fueled the dissatisfaction of the elders.

They initially felt some sympathy for Xiao Yan's plight, but now that Xiao Yan was so unreasonable, that sympathy vanished.

If Xiao Yan were a native, he might have followed the arrangements of the Great Elder and Xiao Zhan.

Unfortunately, he was a time traveler.

His previous experiences had already left him feeling very depressed.

Fortunately, he became a disciple of Yao Lao a few days ago and successfully restored his talent, which boosted his morale again.

Now that he's faced with this situation, he naturally snapped.

When I was a cripple, I had to put up with all sorts of mistreatment; now that my talent has been fully restored, I still have to put up with all sorts of mistreatment.

Then all that effort to restore my talent was for nothing!

That's why, at this moment, Xiao Yan, with the support of the Great Elder and his father Xiao Zhan, stepped forward.

"Yan'er, be good."

Seeing that Xiao Yan wouldn't listen to advice, Xiao Zhan became a little anxious.

"Alright, Clan Chief, Elders, let Xiao Yan, the person involved, make the decision on this matter."

Seeing the situation on the field, Wang Chen also spoke up.

Since there are outsiders present, it's best to avoid this farce from happening.

Upon hearing Wang Chen's words, Xiao Zhan and the other elders sat down and said no more.

Xiao Zhan secretly prayed that Xiao Yan wouldn't be reckless and say something too offensive.

Even with Wang Chen speaking up for him, it doesn't change the fact that Xiao Yan is merely a cripple with only the Dou Qi Third Stage.

Even offending a Dou Emperor expert doesn't qualify you.

After the three elders and clan leader Xiao Zhan stopped him, Xiao Yan first bowed to the four high-ranking officials.

Although the Great Elder and others were trying to stop him, he understood that the Great Elder and his father were not mocking him, but rather trying to protect him.

To avoid offending Dou Emperor level expert.

He understands this basic principle.

Now that he has the confidence, he naturally doesn't want to be humiliated for nothing.

"Sect Master Yun Yun, I would like to ask whether Old Master Nalan has agreed to today's annulment of the engagement?"

Turning to face Yun Yun, Xiao Yan also spoke.

"Yanran is my disciple, so I will naturally inform Nalan Family about this matter."

Yun Yun looked at the calm young man in front of her, her brows furrowing slightly, but her tone remained very calm.

That means they didn't agree.

This marriage agreement was originally between Old Master Nalan and Old Master Xiao Clan.

Since they didn't offer any explanation, we, as their juniors, naturally have no right to do so.

After all, I don't think anyone would dare to do something so disobedient and unfilial.

Xiao Yan's words were reasonable and well-founded, making them convincing.

However, Xiao Zhan, who was sitting in the superior position, really wanted to interrupt Xiao Yan.

If Wang Chen hadn't spoken up earlier, Xiao Zhan would have stopped Xiao Yan long ago.

Although Xiao Yan's words made a lot of sense.

But this is a world where might makes right.

If circumstances are beyond your control, then you have to endure it.

No matter how reasonable what they say is, it's not as reasonable as what Dou Emperor expert says.

If you truly anger Dou Emperor, even if what you say is absolutely right, he can still convince you with physical arguments.

Fortunately, Wang Chen was there to keep things in order; otherwise, Xiao Zhan would have sent Xiao Yan away long ago.

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, Yun Yun frowned, feeling a little angry.

If it weren't for Wang Chen, that Advanced Alchemist, she would never have come to the Xiao Clan.

Assigning any elder casually is already considered a sign of respect.

Because she needed to be mindful of Wang Chen, Advanced Alchemist, Yun Yun couldn't afford to act rashly at this moment.

As soon as Yun Yun frowned, Nalan Yanran was standing to the side, couldn't sit still any longer.

She disliked Xiao Yan to begin with, and after this incident, she disliked Xiao Yan even more.

"The engagement is my own business and has nothing to do with my grandfather."

What will it take for you to break off the engagement?

Hearing Nalan Yanran's question, Xiao Yan remained resolute.

"I told you, this engagement is not being called off!"

"You..."

Hearing Xiao Yan's words, Nalan Yanran was furious.

Pointing at Xiao Yan, he said, "You're just complaining that the compensation isn't enough. Fine, then..."

Nalan Yanran was interrupted by Yun Yun before she could finish speaking.

That's a bit of an exaggeration.

After all, the Xiao Clan produced an Advanced Alchemist like Wang Chen, so in terms of resources, they do have some foundation.

Even Yun Yun didn't want to offend Wang Chen.

Otherwise, I wouldn't have come in person this time.

After a series of unfriendly exchanges, Xiao Yan finally shouted out the famous line, "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river; never underestimate a young man's potential!"

The two then made Three-Year Agreement, just like in the original story.

However, this time the Three-Year Agreement was not proposed by Nalan Yanran, but by Xiao Yan.

To be honest, when Xiao Yan proposed this agreement, it completely baffled the Xiao Clan.

Even Xiao Zhan and several elders almost came out to stop it.

After all, the engagement is called off today, so at worst it's just embarrassing now.

As time passes, today's events will fade away.

But after making Three-Year Agreement, it's like constantly being proven wrong.

And three years later, they'll have to go back to their door and get slapped in the face.

This is far more serious than simply annuling the engagement.

However, with Xiao Yan's insistence and Wang Chen allowing the parties involved to make the decision, the Three-Year Agreement was officially set.

Seeing Xiao Yan's confident demeanor, Wang Chen naturally understood what was going on.

After all, his previous investigation had already revealed that Yao Lao had taken Xiao Yan as his disciple.

With his talent fully restored and a powerful teacher, Xiao Yan naturally became much stronger.