An Unsolvable Problem

"Uncle, can't we use other methods?" After a long silence, Xiao Zhan raised his head and said with some bitterness. He really didn't want to use this method.

"You should know that, right...!" Xiao Han sighed.

Xiao Zhan nodded, feeling utterly helpless. If there really were a solution, this problem wouldn't have dragged on for so many years.

A moment of silence fell between them. Finally...

"Alright, then let Yan Er be a good-for-nothing for a few years!" Xiao Zhan said with difficulty.

What the Xiao Clan needs now is not so-called Dou Zong or Dou Zun expert, but Dou Sheng or even High-level Dou Sheng who can truly suppress the foundation.

If Xiao Yan had stayed in his family and followed the established order, he might have only ever Peak Dou Zun. That legendary realm would have remained forever out of reach for him.

Since the other members of the Xiao Clan are willing to risk their lives for the rise of the family, why shouldn't Xiao Zhan dare to sacrifice a son with exceptional talent?

Moreover, as long as Yan Er is not crushed by this burden, then... he will have the qualifications to represent the Xiao Clan in the Central Plains in the future.

"Don't worry, don't be so pessimistic. You have to believe in Xiao Yan," Xiao Han comforted him.

"But Uncle, what if that Soul Body wants to harm Yan Er?" Xiao Zhan asked worriedly, not just to scare her.

If that Heaven Realm Soul truly intended to possess Xiao Yan, the latter would likely be unable to resist. Moreover, in Xiao Zhan's view, the Soul Body had already extracted Xiao Yan's Dou Qi had caused him immense harm.

"Don't worry, do you think possession is such a simple thing?" Xiao Han remained noncommittal. On one hand, he knew Elder Yao's identity.

On the other hand, possessing a body is not an easy thing. Not to mention that Elder Yao's soul is now extremely weak, to the point that he has to draw on Xiao Yan's fighting Dou Qi to maintain his survival.

Xiao Yan's soul is inherently stronger than others. If someone were to forcibly possess another's body, the most likely outcome would be that even if successful, the soul would be too weak, leading to direct annihilation.

We're all doomed!

Furthermore, there is a certain degree of compatibility between the physical body and the soul. If the difference between the two is too great, the physical body will instinctively reject the foreign soul, and the best outcome will be that one's strength will not improve at all throughout one's life.

Who would be foolish enough to sacrifice their entire life for the sake of a so-called genius's body?

"Moreover, we only need to let Little Yanzi sink for five years at most," Xiao Han said with a smile in his eyes.

"Five years?" Xiao Zhan exclaimed in surprise. "Uncle, isn't that too long?" He had originally thought that one or two years would be enough, but if five years passed, the best time for cultivation would be almost over!

"No problem." Xiao Han's tone remained unchanged. "This is just the worst-case scenario. We can afford to wait five years. Little Yanzi will only be seventeen years old then. I'm confident that he can reach the Dou Emperor in a short time."

"If that Soul Body continues to be ungrateful, I will personally finish it off."

"Then... let everything be as Uncle said!" Xiao Zhan said solemnly, taking a deep breath.

Indeed, they have plenty of ways to help people improve quickly, but they haven't used them on the younger generation of the Xiao Clan just to avoid forcing them to grow too fast.

But when it really comes to that point, using it occasionally is fine; as long as the goal is achieved, it's all worth it.

"Father, has a solution been found for my health problem?" As soon as Xiao Zhan returned, Xiao Yan rushed to his side and asked anxiously.

As for the issue of Dou Qi suddenly disappearing, Xiao Yan was the victim. Just imagine if he really became a "useless person" in the future, that would be utterly hopeless!

"Yan Er... I will continue to think of a way," Xiao Zhan said in a low voice, his words implying that there was no solution.

It must be said that Xiao Zhan's acting skills are quite powerful, perfectly portraying the self-blame, guilt, and sadness of an old father.

Xiao Yan didn't suspect anything, but his mood became even more depressed. Although it was hard to accept, he still comforted Xiao Zhan: "Don't worry, Father, I won't give up."

Seeing Xiao Yan return to his room dejected, Xiao Zhan felt a pang of pain in his heart, muttering, "Yan Er, please don't blame your father!"

Meanwhile, Xun Er was also having a headache over Xiao Yan's problem. She had never heard of such a strange situation before.

Just as Xun Er was pacing anxiously in the room, a dark figure appeared before her. "Miss!"

The person who arrived was Ling Ying.

"Elder Ling, how is it? Have Uncle Xiao and the others come up with a solution?" Xun Er asked anxiously, her voice completely losing its usual composure. Since it concerned Xiao Yan, even with Xun Er's personality, she couldn't remain calm.

They even sent Ling Ying out early on to gather information. The fact that so many high-ranking members of the Xiao Clan were gathered together to investigate the mystery of Xiao Yan's disappearing Dou Qi couldn't possibly be kept from her.

Now she can only place her hopes on the strength of the Xiao Clan. She thinks that the Xiao Clan members and should be able to find out why Xiao Yan Gege's Dou Qi disappeared.

Xun Er thought to herself, but her eyes never left Ling Ying, waiting for his answer.

However... she was ultimately disappointed!

"Miss, it seems that Clan Chief Xiao Zhan and the others haven't found any reason either..." Ling Ying said with distress. He knew what kind of blow this answer would be to the girl in front of him.

As expected...

After hearing Ling Ying's words, Xun Er seemed to lose all her strength, collapsing into her seat and muttering, "How could this be?..."

Regarding Xiao Yan's problems, Xun Er is probably the person who cares about him the most besides Xiao Yan himself.

Years ago, when a certain little brat sneaked into Xun Er's room, the seed of that feeling was already planted, and over the years it has gradually sprouted and grown.

Otherwise, how could she, a proud daughter of Ancient Races, willingly follow Xiao Yan like a little shadow, pretending to be silly every day?

Xiao Yan's talent gave Xun Er immense confidence. At just twelve years old, he had already become Da Dou Shi, a feat that would be considered genius even among the Gu Clan possessing Dou Di Bloodline. How much more so for the Xiao Clan, whose bloodline had already been depleted? With such talent, how many in the world could compare?

In Xun Er's view, as long as her Xiao Yan Gege continues to maintain his talent, he will eventually become a top expert, gain the recognition of the Gu Clan, and break the shackles of their identities.

But...

All of this dreamlike state vanished like smoke along with Xiao Yan's suddenly disappearing Dou Qi.

After an unknown amount of time, Xun Er's eyes suddenly hardened. "No, Xiao Yan Gege won't become a cripple like this. He will definitely stand up again!"