The Stubborn Mule: Gu Yao

Of course, the phenomenon of a rapid increase in strength after passing the Coming-of-Age Ceremony is not unique to the Gu Clans; it is also true for the younger generation of other Emperor Clans.

This is also the case with the younger generation of the Gu Clan in the Original Work Coming-of-Age Ceremony, they were all only Ordinary Dou Venerable, and had not even achieved the level of High-Level Dou Venerable.

But within a few years, some became High-Level Dou Venerable, some became Half-Saints Half-Saint, and some even became Dou Sheng directly!

This cultivation speed is like having a cheat code!

It's only because Xiao Yan is the protagonist that his strength would be completely crushed by these overpowered younger generation members of the Emperor Clans in the Original Work.

After listening to Xun'er's explanation, the Xiao family members realized that this so-called ancient clan coming-of-age ceremony was different from the Xiao family's coming-of-age ceremony; it was not just a formality!

At this moment, Xiao Yan suddenly remembered something and looked at Xun'er with a smile, asking, "By the way, has Xun'er's bloodline level reached the tenth rank? Is it possible to obtain a Seven-Colored Gold Clan Mark?"

As Xiao Yan asked, everyone except Xiao Lin subconsciously focused their attention on Xun'er.

After all, given how much the Gu Clan values Xun'er, her bloodline level must be quite high!

"Bloodline level can actually be improved with cultivation. When I was born, my bloodline level was Eighth-Tier. After returning to the Gu Clan from the Jia Nan Academy, my bloodline level was promoted to Ninth-Tier."

However, I haven't tested it again since then...

Xun'er wasn't intentionally trying to show off her bloodline level; she simply didn't want to hide anything from Xiao Yan.

"Hiss~"

However, what was said unintentionally was taken to heart by the listener.

After Xun'er finished speaking, everyone around her gasped in shock.

What does it mean to be born with Eighth-Tier Bloodline?

Others might not know, but the few from the Lei Clan, and Ling Miao, understood all too well what this meant!

If nothing unexpected happens, there's a very high chance that he'll be able to advance to Divine-Grade Bloodline in the future!

At this moment, everyone finally understood why the Gu Clan valued Xun'er so much.

You should know that those who possess Divine-Grade Bloodlines have a very high chance of reaching the Peak Nine-Star Dou Saint!

To be honest, it was really hard for everyone to imagine that Xun'er, who looked so gentle and weak, could actually possess Divine-Grade Bloodline!

"Xiao Yan, you've really hit the jackpot to be favored by Xun'er!"

At this moment, Mang Tianchi, having recovered from the Xun'er possibly having Divine-Grade Bloodline, couldn't help but wink at Xiao Yan.

"Yes, the dean is absolutely right!"

Xiao Yan wasn't embarrassed at all and readily admitted it.

Upon seeing this, Xun'er suddenly blushed with embarrassment.

"Brother Xiao Yan..."

Seeing this, everyone around also revealed a knowing smile.

"Youth is wonderful..."

Even Xiao Lin couldn't help but sigh at this moment; Xiao Lin was probably thinking of someone...

Meanwhile, the bloodline testing in the square continued as usual.

"Next, Lin Xiu!"

The Elder presiding over the Gu Clan Coming-of-Age Ceremony called out once more.

"Call out"

Immediately afterward, Lin Xiu, just like Ling Quan had done earlier, quickly got up and leaped onto the plaza.

Needless to say, Lin Xiu then went through the same process as Ling Quan.

When his palm covered the astrolabe, the astrolabe also flashed with a bright light.

However, the star chart still only showed six stars!

"Lin Xiu, the third commander of the Black Annihilation Army, Five-Star Dou Venerable, with a Sixth Grade Bloodline, has been granted Golden Clan Mark!"

As the Gu Clan Elder finished speaking, he once again used his golden brush to draw a mysterious rune that emitted golden light on Lin Xiu's forehead.

"Even Five-Star Dou Venerable only has Sixth Grade Bloodline? It seems that bloodline levels are not so easy to surpass!"

Upon discovering that Lin Xiu and Ling Quan differed in strength by four stars, yet both still possessed only Sixth Grade Bloodlines, Xiao Yan couldn't help but sigh once more.

However, although both Lin Xiu and Ling Quan have Sixth Grade Bloodlines, the golden rune on the former's forehead is clearly more dazzling than the latter's, which is probably due to the difference in their strength.

"Next..."

Following Ling Quan and Lin Xiu, a number of other young and powerful members of Gu Clans have also taken the stage.

However, no one ever surpassed the sixth rank in bloodline level, which made Xiao Yan realize even more that the bloodline level within this Gu Clan was indeed extremely difficult to improve.

This situation only changed when one player came on the field.

"Gu Zhen, Commander-in-Chief of the Black Annihilation Army, Seven-Star Dou Venerable, Seventh Grade Bloodline Power, is hereby granted... the Purple-Gold Clan Mark!"

This time, the Elder who drew the Clan Mark on Gu Zhen's forehead no longer used the same golden brush, but instead used a purple-gold one!

"Buzz~"

The Gu Clan Elder presiding over the ceremony suddenly unleashed a surge of energy, wielding a purple-gold brush that swiftly left profound purple-gold runes on Gu Zhen's forehead!

Although the purplish-gold color on Gu Zhen's forehead looked somewhat faint, it still did not stop the many envious glances from the audience.

Xiao Yan also realized at this point that it seemed only those who had reached the Seventh Grade Bloodline were qualified to be granted the Purple-Gold Clan Mark.

After Gu Zhen left the square, a young man stood up and walked towards the square before the Gu Clan Elder could call out the next name.

"Tap tap~"

Such a sudden move naturally attracted attention from all sides.

However, the young man's steps remained calm and composed, without the slightest sign of panic.

"Next, the Gu Yao..."

Finally, just as the voice of the Gu Clan Elder rang out once again, the young man arrived at the plaza.

Seeing this, the Gu Clan Elder said nothing, but simply nodded.

However, as the young man walked onto the square, his gaze remained fixed on Xiao Yan.

No, it should be said that he was looking at the Eldest Miss of the Gu Clan next to Xiao Yan!

This scene not only made Xun'er frown, but also made Xiao Yan's face turn cold.

Alright, alright, so you're so blatant about coveting my woman now, huh?

Many of the younger generation of the Gu Clan who had just stepped onto the square had, either before or after the test, turned their attention to Xun'er.

However, they would only glance at it once or twice, and after receiving no response, they would look away in disappointment.

Unlike the Gu Yao right now, who have no intention of giving up at all!

Do you think Xiao Yan would be happy about this?

Therefore, Xiao Yan boldly took Xun'er's small hand and leaned close to her, chatting intimately with her.

Not only that, during this time, he also gave the newly entered Gu Yao a provocative look.

Xun'er naturally noticed Xiao Yan's subtle actions.

However, instead of rejecting Xiao Yan's little interaction, she even took the initiative to lean closer to Xiao Yan.

Her action was a clear message to Gu Yao that she liked Xiao Yan.

Under normal circumstances, no one else would continue to Xun'er.

Unfortunately, the opponent was Gu Yao...

This is someone who has been rejected by Xun'er countless times, yet has never given up on her.

In Gu Yao's view, as long as he gave his heart, sooner or later his young mistress would be moved by him...

Unfortunately, he was destined to be disappointed.