You're Xiao Yan?

In the blink of an eye, Nalan Jie was back to being a normal person.

This sudden change left Nalan Su and Nalan Yanran completely dumbfounded.

Xiao Yan raised his hand and summoned a dark green flame that flew out from Nalan Jie's body.

Putting away the flames, Xiao Yan turned to the two and said, "Although the Luo Poison has been removed, it has accumulated for many years and has long been entangled with my Dou Qi. Removing the deadly poison will inevitably cause my cultivation level to drop."

Nalan Su's expression changed drastically upon hearing this. "Why didn't you say so earlier!"

If Nalan Jie no longer possesses his once formidable Dou Qi spirit, what difference is there between him and a dead man?

Nalan Su couldn't help but feel regretful. He had gone to so much trouble, and was about to pay a hefty sum, only to end up like this.

"It's not too late to say it now; the Luo Poison can be returned at any time," Xiao Yan said with a faint smile.

Nalan Su frowned. He really wanted the Luo Poison to remain in place, but now that he had spoken so frankly, if he actually agreed, wouldn't he be branded as someone who had caused his father's death?

"Sir, on behalf of my father, I apologize for my previous neglect. As long as my grandfather's life is not in danger, that's all that matters." Nalan Yanran bowed slightly to Xiao Yan, her manners impeccable.

Without answering her question, Xiao Yan glanced sideways at Nalan Su, who was chuckling to himself, then brushed past Nalan Yanran, saying a few words without turning his head.

"Get the payment ready."

A moment later, a maid entered the hall carrying a plant in a jade flowerpot.

As soon as the plant appeared, a faint, calming fragrance filled the entire room.

The Alchemist who hadn't left smelled the exotic fragrance and, upon seeing the seven-colored flower atop what appeared to be carved jade, were immediately captivated.

With their extensive experience, they quickly recognized it as the Seven-Illusion Green Spirit Saliva, which has many benefits for the soul.

If any accident occurs during the alchemy process that damages the soul, this herb will be a life-saving remedy, of immeasurable value.

Nalan Su glanced at the Seven-Illusion Green Spirit Saliva with considerable reluctance, forcing a smile, "This is the promised reward. It is said that refining it into a liquid using Alchemist's flame can quickly restore those weakened souls."

"My father was branded with that Luo Poison back then in order to get it, and now it's finally being put to good use," Nalan Su comforted himself.

Without wasting words, Xiao Yan took the Seven-Illusion Green Spirit Saliva and left with Hai Bodong.

Nalan Su saw him off to the door, saying, "If you ever need any help in the future, feel free to come to the Nalan Family anytime."

"Don't worry, I won't be polite." Teng Shan smiled casually, then parted ways with Hai Bodong and Xiao Yan.

They also have the task of contacting the Jia Ma Imperial Family, the Mu Clan, and other powerful clans, so they can't be as carefree as Xiao Yan.

Seeing Xiao Yan all alone, Nalan Su gave Nalan Yanran a wink.

Nalan Yanran was curious about Xiao Yan, and followed closely behind with her long, slender legs.

Walking slowly along the cobblestone street, Xiao Yan stared ahead expressionlessly, as if Nalan Yanran beside him did not exist.

Standing side by side with Xiao Yan, Nalan Yanran occasionally glanced at the young man who completely ignored her. Although her pretty face remained calm, she was genuinely surprised and slightly annoyed.

Although she didn't really care, being treated so disregarded was something she had never experienced before in all these years. She had always thought of herself as quite arrogant, but she hadn't expected that the person in front of her seemed to be even more arrogant than her.

However, Nalan Yanran was also very clear that although the young Alchemist from the Mittel Family beside her was arrogant, he had the ability to back it up.

At such a young age, he effortlessly resolved the Luo Poison that even Pill King Gu He couldn't cure, making him a figure of pride and superiority among his peers.

Therefore, even Nalan Yanran, while feeling slightly aggrieved, couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration.

"Sir, you saved my grandfather, but we still don't know your name?" Finally unable to bear the oppressive atmosphere any longer, Nalan Yanran spoke first and asked softly.

"I'm just doing my job for the money. A name is just a label, nothing more to say," Xiao Yan said casually.

"I don't think so." Nalan Yanran sighed, speaking of her sorrows, "Born into the Nalan Family, I was betrothed at a young age, and it's not as simple as just a title."

Xiao Yan suddenly raised an eyebrow. "Marriage alliances between powerful families are not uncommon. Miss Nalan seems quite dissatisfied with her engagement?"

"Of course!" Nalan Yanran replied decisively. "That marriage was arranged for me by my grandfather, who never asked for my opinion. How could I be satisfied? Once I have enough strength, I must decide my own marriage."

"This is simple, no need to make it so complicated." Xiao Yan smiled, casually took out paper and pen, quickly wrote out a contract to dissolve the engagement, and handed it to Nalan Yanran.

"You... you are Xiao Yan?!" Nalan Yanran stared wide-eyed at the signature at the end of the contract, her beautiful eyes wide with disbelief.

Nalan Yanran had heard the name Xiao Yan countless times since she was a child, but she never expected that their encounter would develop in such a way.

This made Nalan Yanran, who had been diligently cultivating in preparation for the future to dissolve the engagement, feel as if all her efforts since childhood had been in vain.

"Is Xiao Yan really worth impersonating?" Xiao Yan countered.

Nalan Yanran didn't know if the other party was joking with her, but apart from the news of Xiao Yan's good talent in his youth, he seemed to have disappeared without a trace afterward.

"I'm afraid Grandpa and the others won't admit to this." The light paper felt as heavy as a thousand pounds to Nalan Yanran, and she looked up in a daze as she spoke.

"Don't worry, she'll definitely admit it. You'll understand in a couple of days." Xiao Yan ignored Nalan Yanran and strode forward.

Although Nalan Jie was cured of the Luo Poison and his life was saved, his Dou Qi level dropped to the Dou Zhe level, which was a very bad thing for the Nalan Family.

If the Nalan Family were smart, they would definitely agree to join the alliance, and they would have no choice but to accept the annulment of the engagement.

As for Xiao Yan's own family, this marriage agreement was practically meaningless. Xiao Lin's willingness to save Nalan Jie's life was already an act of utmost kindness towards the Nalan Family.

Looking at Xiao Yan's retreating figure, Nalan Yanran felt utterly incredulous. With her beauty, talent, and background, she had been so directly dissolved from her engagement. This sudden turn of events felt completely unreal to her.