Heart-to-heart

"Father..." Xiao Yan had received so much information today that he didn't know where to begin.

"Just how powerful is my Xiao Clan?" After thinking for a long time, Xiao Yan finally asked this question.

Xiao Yan sensed from Xiao Zhan's boastful words that the Xiao Clan seemed to possess terrifying strength, but he had no idea just how powerful it was.

"Strength?" Xiao Zhan asked in a deep voice.

"My Xiao Clan family is very powerful, strong enough to occupy a place in Central Plains."

But it can also be very weak, so weak that it lacks even the power of revenge, forced to cower in a corner of this Northwest Continent, living in anonymity, trembling helplessly under the threat of its enemies.

The difference in strength between the Xiao Clan and the Soul Clan is like the difference between heaven and earth.

It can be said that the Xiao Clan was able to survive not because the Soul Clan lacked ability, nor because of the so-called ally, the Gu Clan.

Rather, it was because the Xiao Clan was weak enough, lacking both strength and reputation.

They even forgot most of their family history and were forgotten by the entire Fierce Qi Continent, which is why they were able to hide in the Northwest Continent.

When the Xiao Clan comes into the sight of the Soul Clan, the days of peaceful development will be gone forever.

"Father, are the enemies of my Xiao Clan very powerful?"

Xiao Yan's tone was solemn. He simply couldn't imagine how terrifying someone as powerful as his father must be.

"You can ask your teacher about the opponent's strength. You'll naturally know this when you reach a certain level of maturity." Xiao Zhan didn't go into details about the Soul Clan.

In any case, Xiao Yan will not be lonely on his journey to Central Plains; everything will become self-evident then.

"When my talent suddenly disappeared, did you all know the inside story, Father?" Xiao Yan suddenly asked.

In Xiao Yan's view, his family was so powerful that they should not have been unable to detect even the extremely weak Elder Yao at that time.

Upon hearing this question, the Elder Yao's heart sank.

Xiao Zhan merely glanced at Elder Yao before speaking:

"That's right! Back then, we deliberately ignored you."

"Why?"

Xiao Yan's tone was aggrieved and questioning. He had suffered three whole years of humiliation back then, and even now, he was unwilling to recall that experience.

"How were you then? How are you now?"

Xiao Yan fell into deep thought, and he began to understand his father's intentions back then. Those three years had indeed changed him a lot.

Xiao Zhan said, "I won't hide it from you, this is a very dangerous thing."

"Danger?" Xiao Yan asked, puzzled.

"In the path of cultivation, one's temperament is of utmost importance. Those three years were a time of rebirth for you."

But if you're going to be reborn from the ashes, danger is inevitable. If you can't withstand those three years of hardship, you might be ruined.

At this moment, Xiao Zhan smiled and said, "But I am very pleased that you have successfully risen from the ashes and been reborn!"

"What if Teacher doesn't show up?" Xiao Yan asked, the so-called three years entirely depending on when Elder Yao was willing to come out.

If Elder Yao doesn't show up, it could mean that Xiao Yan will continue to suffer this humiliation. Xiao Yan doesn't think the Xiao Clan is unaware of this.

"We set a five-year deadline. If, after five years, that Soul Body within you continues to push its luck..."

Xiao Zhan's tone was filled with murderous intent, "Then we will send him to meet my Xiao Family Ancestor!"

Upon hearing this, both Xiao Yan and Elder Yao were startled, especially Elder Yao, who was secretly relieved to have escaped with his life. After what had happened before, he had no doubt that the Xiao Clan had the ability to do so.

"At that time, although you will miss five years of cultivation, my Xiao Clan also has the means to help you quickly reach the Dou Emperor level, so it will not delay your cultivation."

Xiao Yan's eyes lit up. "Then now..."

"Don't even think about it!" Xiao Zhan immediately refused. "This is just a backup plan. Only the power I cultivate myself can be used with ease."

Xiao Zhan laughed and said, "Speaking of which, we never expected that the Soul Body was actually the once illustrious Medicine Venerable."

We actually got a good deal!

Elder Yao gave a wry smile. In reality, neither he nor the Xiao Clan had any advantage. He helped Xiao Yan cultivate, and the Xiao Clan also provided him with assistance. Everyone was about the same.

You could even say that he gained a gifted disciple out of nowhere, and that he actually benefited from it!

"My Xiao Clan should have its own power in Central Plains, right? Can I borrow it for a moment?" Xiao Yan asked with a hint of anticipation. Elder Yao asked the same question.

Just now, Xiao Zhan casually mentioned various news about Central Plains in his words. It seems that the Xiao Clan has considerable power in Central Plains. If Xiao Yan can use them in the future, he will be able to take off!

"Sure!" Xiao Zhan smiled.

Before Xiao Yan and the other could show any joy, Xiao Zhan continued:

"When you reach the Dou Sheng, you will be qualified to use the Xiao Family's Central Continent Power."

"A... Dou Sheng?" Xiao Yan's lips twitched. Sure enough, he shouldn't have had any expectations!

He's already Dou Sheng), why would he need the Xiao Clan's power?

However, Elder Yao thought differently. Having experienced the ups and downs of the Fierce Qi Continent, he discerned two points from Xiao Zhan's demands on Xiao Yan.

Firstly, the Xiao Clan's power in Central Plains is extremely formidable; only Xiao Yan, having reached the Dou Sheng, can subdue and utilize it.

Secondly, the Xiao Clan seems to have high expectations for Xiao Yan, believing that he will definitely reach the level of Dou Sheng.

"Is the Ancestor also in Central Plains?" Xiao Yan suddenly remembered Xiao Han, who had left a few years ago, and asked.

"Which one are you referring to?" Xiao Zhan's face showed respect. "That's right, that ancestor is indeed in Central Plains."

He then said to Xiao Yan, "If you truly have the ability to gain the Ancestor's help, you will be able to run rampant in the Central Plains."

"Hiss~!"

Xiao Yan was extremely shocked. From just Xiao Zhan's few words, he could guess that his ancestor was probably an extraordinary figure.

"However, what you saw is not the true form of the Ancestor. Even if you reach the Dou Sheng, no one will tell you the Ancestor's identity in Central Plains," Xiao Zhan retorted.

"When the patriarch shows himself, it means you have gained his approval, and at that time you will be qualified to know everything about my Xiao Clan."

Xiao Yan abandoned the idea of taking shortcuts and began to ponder his doubts.

"What is Xun Er's identity?" the question continued.

"Xun Er?" Xiao Zhan grinned mischievously. "That girl is the daughter-in-law chosen by my Xiao Clan!"

These words made Xiao Yan blush deeply. He said, somewhat embarrassed and angry, "Father, I'm serious. I'm referring to Xun Er's identity before she came to the Xiao Clan."

Xiao Zhan put away his joking thoughts, "Xun Er has an extraordinary status. In terms of rank, she is almost on par with you."

But in reality, in terms of status, Xun Er is one of the most distinguished young people in the world.

As children of the same Ancient Races's patriarch, Xiao Yan and Xun Er were indeed of similar level, but Xiao Zhan was well aware of the vast gap between the current Xiao Clan and the Gu Clan...

Xiao Yan remained silent for a moment, then Xiao Zhan spoke seriously:

"I understand the feelings between you two, but I have to tell you that if you want to win over Xun Er and gain the approval of her family, you will have to pay a heavy price."

"What? Do you dare to accept?" Xiao Zhan asked seriously.

Xiao Yan raised his head, a confident smile on his face, "Father, don't worry, I will definitely marry Xun Er and make her your daughter-in-law."

"Good! I've been waiting for this day." Xiao Zhan said with satisfaction.

However, he quickly gestured behind Xiao Yan, saying with ill intent:

"But before that, you seem to need to consider another girl."

"Another girl?" Xiao Yan was taken aback. Following Xiao Zhan's gaze, he looked back and saw a gentle figure rushing towards them. He immediately stood up.

"Sir, perhaps we should give these two children some privacy first," Xiao Zhan suggested.

"Hehe~"

The Elder Yao smiled kindly and said, "This is only right!"

Then, the two figures vanished without a trace.