Ya Fei's Identity

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye. For Wu Yan, who had been seriously studying cultivation methods and Dou Skills, the time went by even faster.

He had gained some understanding of the cultivation method, and once he got the hang of it, he could directly begin learning it.

His progress with the Dou Skill was even faster; he could already use it proficiently. However, he was still quite far from grasping its true essence.

After all, these were high-tier Earth-rank cultivation methods and Dou Skills, the strongest level below Heaven rank. The primary cultivation methods and Dou Skills of many Dou Zun experts were basically of this grade.

Azure Dou Qi wrapped around his two younger sisters as they followed Wu Yan, streaking through the sky at incredible speed. Even the sound was left far behind him.

A journey that would take ordinary people more than ten days on foot could be crossed in mere moments by a Dou Emperor flying at full speed.

Through the seemingly transparent and fragile yet incomparably resilient watery barrier, the two sisters took in the scenery along the way. This unprecedented, unique viewpoint made them cry out in surprise again and again.

Perhaps to mercenaries, the more beautiful something was, the more dangerous it was. But to them, it was simply beautiful scenery.

"Big Brother, fly through it! Fly through it!"

Wu Yue pointed at an enormous expanse of clouds ahead and shouted excitedly.

The next moment, beneath the dumbfounded gazes of some onlookers, the vast cloudbank split apart. It was only several seconds later that they saw a lingering blue trail.

Happy times always passed especially quickly. Wu Yue felt that she had not had enough fun yet when they had already arrived at their destination.

As part of the aura Wu Yan deliberately revealed spread over the Cloud Sect, the sect's Grand Elder, Yun Leng, flew into the sky, preparing to welcome the youngest Dou Emperor in the history of the Jia Ma Empire.

"I'll go welcome him."

The next second, a streak of green light flashed past his eyes.

Sensing the somewhat unstable aura on the Sect Leader, fresh from her breakthrough, Yun Leng's old face bloomed like a chrysanthemum.

"You've just broken through to Dou Emperor, right? Congratulations."

Wu Yan looked at Yun Yun, who had appeared before him as swiftly as if flying, and sincerely offered his congratulations.

"After this celebration is over, I'd like to spar with you again. Will you have time?"

"Mm, I happen to have something I'd like to ask you to help with too."

"Oh? Tell me first. You're so strong—what could you possibly need my help with?" Yun Yun's curiosity was piqued, and her voice carried a hint of pride she had not noticed herself.

Wu Yan rubbed Wu Yue's head and gestured with his eyes. "I want you to teach her. After all, men and women are different. Among the experts I know, you're the only woman."

"Oh, so you mean I'm strong?" Yun Yun's beautiful eyes widened as she asked in surprise.

"You're a Dou Emperor now too. Of course you're an expert."

"But... I don't think I'm your match yet." Yun Yun felt somewhat defeated. The aura of the guy before her was even more unfathomable than it had been three years ago.

"...That old fellow from the Imperial Clan was also defeated by me in one move three years ago."

After thinking it over, Wu Yan decided to use the simplest comparison to reassure his little sister's future teacher.

At the same time, he silently thought, Xiao Yue, Xiao Yue, you'd better not cause trouble for your brother in the future. Just to get your teacher to accept you, I've said so much nonsense!

Upon hearing that Wu Yan had defeated Jia Xing Tian in only one move as well, Yun Yun froze on the spot, her beautiful eyes filled with shock.

Two breaths later, Yun Yun recovered and asked probingingly, "Then... just how strong are you?"

Wu Yan merely smiled without answering.

"Fine. You seem to be shrouded in a layer of mist, making it impossible for anyone to see through you."

Yun Yun shook her head helplessly, then turned her gaze toward Wu Yue at Wu Yan's side.

She gently took the little girl's chubby hand and checked her physical condition.

"Eleven years old, seven stages of Dou Qi. Hiss—she's practically on par with Yanran."

Yun Yun was surprised by Wu Yue's talent. Such performance was truly unexpected. Could it be that both of these siblings were cultivation geniuses?

"What's your name?"

"My name is Wu Yue."

"Wu Yue, are you willing to take me as your master and cultivate with me?"

"This student is willing."

Becoming the student of a Dou Emperor was something countless people dreamed of.

Wu Yue was no exception.

Especially since her master would be such a young and beautiful big sister.

Yun Yun nodded, very satisfied with this gifted student. Not to mention that behind this little girl stood an elder brother whose strength was unknown—a monster.

No matter what, there was no reason to turn her away.

Then Yun Yun looked at the girl on Wu Yan's other side, Ya Fei.

"And this is?"

"This is Ya Fei, my..."

Wu Yan hesitated, unsure what words he should use to describe Ya Fei's place in his heart. Fortunately, he had read books, and quickly thought of a rather fitting term. "My virtuous helpmate."

"Virtuous helpmate?"

Yun Yun paused. This girl whose talent was terrible beyond measure?

"Virtuous helpmate!"

Ya Fei, who had secretly been waiting in anticipation, brightened at the answer. She had not misjudged him. Brother A-Yan truly held her in his heart.

"Mm, a virtuous helpmate. She's helped me shoulder many burdens, allowing me to cultivate without worry."

Wu Yan nodded. Having a trustworthy personal assistant had been of great help to his cultivation.

Hearing this, Yun Yun herself did not know why the elation she had felt from bringing Wu Yan over suddenly fell away considerably.

But she still remembered her identity and led the three of them into the sect.

Only, the smile on her face looked somewhat forced.

Along the way, Ya Fei, whose heart was bursting with joy, clung more tightly to Wu Yan's arm, giving him an even deeper understanding of her development.

Yun Yun continued dutifully introducing the Cloud Sect to them, but most of Ya Fei's attention had drifted who knew where.

As the sun climbed into the sky, the celebration held for Gu He's promotion to a sixth-tier alchemist finally began.

The protagonist of this celebration, Gu He, also descended from the sky amid everyone's anticipation.

"Gu He is deeply grateful for the favor shown by all the distinguished guests who have come today."

"Mr. Gu He is too polite."

"Indeed, Mr. Gu He is truly far too modest..."

Gu He put on a proper display as he greeted the guests who had come to offer their congratulations in the front hall.

After exchanging a round of pleasantries, Gu He entered the inner hall.

This was where the truly important figures of the Jia Ma Empire sat.

Every one of them held an influential position and possessed power beyond what ordinary people could imagine.

Among these important figures, the most conspicuous was a youthful face that appeared exceptionally young amid this group of old men.