Strength Improved, Little Sister-in-Law

The back hill of the Han Family.

On this day, the sun blazed high in the sky.

On the edge of a flat cliff, Nalan Chenfeng stood shirtless, holding a three-foot-long sword formed from his Dou Qi, sweat dripping down his back.

"Dou Technique makes perfect."

Nalan Chenfeng took a deep breath, his dark eyes suddenly narrowing.

The next instant.

Nalan Chenfeng's internal Dou Qi surged like a river, rapidly circulating along the meridians of the Flame Dragon Splitting Sky Slash, and converging on the Dou Qi longsword in his hand.

Sizzle! Sizzle!

At the same time, the surrounding energy seemed to be drawn in by an invisible force, converging from all directions and forming a crimson energy vortex around Nalan Chenfeng.

The vortex spun, emitting a soft hissing sound, and pebbles and leaves from the surrounding ground were swept up one after another, floating uncertainly in mid-air.

"Flame Dragon Splitting Sky Slash!"

Nalan Chenfeng let out a low shout and suddenly swung his Dou Qi longsword.

The moment the sword was unleashed, a deep dragon's roar seemed to echo throughout the heavens and earth.

Dark red Dou Qi exploded from the sword's edge, transforming into a hundred-foot-long phantom of a fiery dragon that headed towards a mountain peak ahead.

Wherever it passed, a piercing crackling sound filled the air, and the entire world trembled slightly.

Boom!

The illusory image of the Fiery Dragon crashed into the mountain peak, and a deafening roar resounded from the point of impact.

In an instant, the entire mountain peak split in two, rocks crumbled and mud flew everywhere, and half of the mountain peak separated and collapsed with a roar, stirring up clouds of dust.

"Call--"

Nalan Chenfeng's Dou Qi sword vanished into nothingness, his chest rose and fell slightly, he pursed his lips, and let out a soft breath. The biggest difference between Earth Tier Dou Technique and Xuan Tier Dou Technique lies in the ability to directly draw upon the energy of heaven and earth for one's own use, rather than relying solely on one's own Dou Qi.

As a smile appeared on Nalan Chenfeng's face, the mountain peak that had originally stood hundreds of feet tall in front of him was now reduced to only half its original size.

Wisps of black smoke rose from the cross-section, the surrounding air was slightly distorted, and the terrifying heat lingered for a long time.

"Finally, we have a decent trump card!"

Looking at his masterpiece, Nalan Chenfeng's smile widened even further.

The power of Earth Tier Dou Technique is incomparable to that of Xuan Tier Dou Technique. The energy of heaven and earth that the attack just now stirred up far exceeded the user's own Dou Qi reserves, which is why it caused such terrifying destructive power.

Even if Xuan Tier Dou Technique were used ten times, it wouldn't achieve the same effect.

"Good!"

A deep, approving voice came from mid-air behind Nalan Chenfeng.

Nalan Chenfeng turned around and saw Han Tian flying over from a distance, his resolute face full of smiles.

"Greetings, Uncle."

Nalan Chenfeng bowed respectfully, not surprised by Han Tian's arrival.

For the past two weeks, he has been spending his days either practicing the Flame Dragon Splitting Sky Slash or learning the Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step from Han Tian in the back mountain of the Han Family.

For him, this place was a treasure.

During the process of cultivating his Dou Technique, as his Dou Qi was depleted and replenished time and again, his strength improved once more.

"With the power of this Dou Technique, let alone those at the Peak Dou Wang who need to be careful, even ordinary Dou Huang expert would not dare to ignore it easily."

"To have achieved such results after only half a month of cultivation, your talent is truly astonishing."

Han Tian stepped forward, glanced at Nalan Chenfeng, and nodded with a smile.

"Uncle is too kind."

"This is only the initial stage of cultivation; it's far from being a complete mastery. More practice is needed in the future."

Nalan Chenfeng smiled faintly, showing little pride.

The use of Dou Technique requires practice to master. The difficulty of cultivating Earth Tier Dou Technique far exceeds that of Xuan Tier skills. It is already quite an achievement to have reached this level in half a month.

To unleash the full power of such Dou Technique, one needs repeated practice and the tempering of countless battles.

Han Tian nodded approvingly, his gaze lingering on Nalan Chenfeng.

"Take a rest. I'll teach you the Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step one more time today. After that, you'll have to figure it out on your own. If you can master this Dou Technique, it's no less powerful than some Low Earth Tier Dou Technique."

"Uncle, you've really worked hard these past few days."

Nalan Chenfeng nodded, cupped his hands in thanks, and expressed his gratitude.

Movement Dou Technique are actually what he lacks most right now.

For him, speed allows him to deliver a fatal blow within a limited time, easily injuring those of the same or even Dou Emperor level.

The time spent stationary is limited, especially when facing someone of a higher level. Without sufficient speed, it's difficult to accomplish much within that time.

Both engaging in Dou Technique and closing the distance between each other require a certain amount of time.

The effectiveness of his ability to freeze objects within a certain area largely depends on his own strength.

Because when he fights with others, he can't guarantee that there aren't people around him whose level far surpasses his own.

Currently, his ability works well against Dou Wang and Dou Emperor, but it greatly shortens the duration of Dou Zong, and Dou Zun will probably only last for a moment.

Therefore, relying solely on this trump card is not advisable; improving one's own strength as much as possible is the top priority.

Once he reaches the Dou Sheng level, his special ability will not face as many restrictions in this Dou Qi Continent.

In the Dou Qi Continent, where there are no Dou God), Nine-Star Dou Saint Battle Saint) is still Dou Sheng. Perhaps then he could truly rely on this...

The ability to stop, to do whatever one pleases.

"Nephew, if you really want to thank me, then treat Yue'er well from now on. She's truly sincere towards you."

Han Tian laughed heartily, clearly stating the relationship between Nalan Chenfeng and the Han Family.

"That's natural."

Half an hour later, seeing that Nalan Chenfeng had recovered, Han Tian soared into the air.

"The Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step consists of Nine Revolutions. With each revolution mastered, the speed increases by a level. After mastering all Nine Revolutions, one can transform into nine afterimages, with the real body moving among them, making it difficult to distinguish between reality and illusion."

"It can be used separately or simultaneously."

Han Tian spoke, his figure suddenly swayed.

Nalan Chenfeng only felt a blur before his eyes, and Han Tian's figure had already appeared more than ten feet away. A faint afterimage remained in mid-air, and the afterimage was exactly the same as the real person. It slowly dissipated after a breath or two.

"This is the effect of the eighth revolution."

"If you can cultivate to the Nine Revolutions, even against Dou Huang expert, you'll have some room to maneuver with this kind of movement technique."

Han Tian looked intently at Nalan Chenfeng, his words revealing his confidence in his own unique skills.

"Um--"

Nalan Chenfeng's gaze narrowed slightly, and his eyes hardened. Movement Dou Technique are different from attack Dou Technique; they not only consume Dou Qi but also require a certain level of soul perception.

The more advanced the movement technique, the more precise the perception and control are required; otherwise, the intended effect cannot be achieved.

His soul power is far stronger than that of the Dou Qi realm.

With his advancement to the Dou Wang level, his soul power is now comparable to that of some high-level Dou Emperor, which can be considered a trump card.

Unfortunately, he didn't understand how to apply soul power and couldn't use any offensive techniques, just like most Dou Emperor.

Without learning soul skills, only Alchemist can utilize and utilize soul power to some extent, which is his weakness.

Even so, with his soul power far exceeding that of others of the same level, he quickly comprehended the Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step and cultivated it to the fifth level in just half a month.

"You may continue your cultivation; I will not disturb you any longer."

Han Tian nodded and smiled, then turned and flew away.

Watching Han Tian's figure disappear into the distance, Nalan Chenfeng's heart sank, and he slowly closed his eyes.

Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step is a wind-attribute Dou Technique, which is not suitable for his own attribute.

Therefore, he needs to put in even more effort to fully unleash the power of this Dou Technique.

"Nine-Turn Wind Roaming Step, six turns --"

The Han Family.

In a quiet and secluded courtyard.

"It's fine to accompany you sisters for a stroll, but you have to call me brother-in-law. Don't be disrespectful and call me by my first name."

At the stone table, Nalan Chenfeng took a sip of fragrant tea, looking at Han Xue who was standing there with her head held high, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Um?"

Han Xue was stunned for a moment, then immediately realized what she meant. Her fair face, which bore a resemblance to Han Yue, flushed crimson. "You and my sister aren't married yet—"

Han Xue's voice grew softer and softer until it was almost a whisper, as if she knew that this reason was unconvincing.

She wasn't unwilling to call him brother-in-law, but since he wasn't much older than her, she felt a little awkward.

My sister is really something, why doesn't she find someone older?

Thinking of this, Han Xue couldn't help but feel annoyed.

"That's only a matter of time."

Nalan Chenfeng's gaze lingered on Han Xue's blushing cheeks for a moment, then he smiled slightly.

"You were there when Uncle Han betrothed your sister to me, so calling him brother-in-law is just polite."

In this Dou Qi Continent, there have always been many people who call him "brother," but no one has ever called him "brother-in-law."

"You--"

Han Xue bit her lip lightly, glanced at Han Yue beside her, and saw that Han Yue was just smiling and not saying anything, and did not intend to help her out of the predicament, so Han Xue's cheeks blushed even more.

Her older sister was no longer the sister she remembered; she didn't help him at all.

Is this man really that good?

"Alright, don't make things difficult for Xue'er."

After a moment of silence, Han Yue finally spoke and slowly stood up.

"If you don't want to go, that's fine. I'll go with Xue'er."

"Go, why wouldn't you go?"

Nalan Chenfeng smiled and stood up as well.

"I've never really explored a big city like Tian Bei City properly, so this time I'll be your bodyguard, sisters."

"Then let's go."

Han Yue smiled slightly and turned to take Han Xue's hand.

Han Xue blinked, her gaze sweeping back and forth between Nalan Chenfeng and Han Yue, before silently nodding.

The three walked out of the Han Family Manor side by side and headed towards the central area of Tian Bei City along the long bluestone street.

The prosperity of Tian Bei City goes without saying. Shops line both sides of the street, and the sounds of vendors hawking their wares and pedestrians chatting and laughing create a lively atmosphere.

Despite the constant friction between the Han and Hong families, they have maintained a general balance over the years.

This kind of struggle clearly has little to do with the ordinary people living in Tian Bei City.

The two sisters walked side by side ahead, their long, silvery-white hair swaying gently in the breeze. From behind, their slender figures, one tall and one short, appeared perfectly symmetrical, exuding a unique beauty.

The two sisters together clearly create a synergy greater than the sum of its parts.

Nalan Chenfeng followed behind, his gaze lingering on the two for a moment before shifting away.

Tian Bei City is very large, with vendors thronging the main street and shops and pavilions lining both sides, bustling with people.

Han Yue rarely strolled around the city like this. Even after returning to the Han Family, she hadn't gone out much these past few days, so today was a rare occasion where she was in the mood.

Han Xue, perhaps because of her young age, seemed very interested in everything in the city, looking around and occasionally pointing at something with Han Yue's finger.

"Sister, let's go take a look over there."

Han Xue pulled Han Yue toward a shop on the side of the street, while Nalan Chenfeng followed leisurely beside them, his eyes casually scanning the surroundings.

He didn't expect to find any treasures in Tian Bei City; he just wanted to accompany the two of them for a stroll and relax.

The three continued walking and turned a street corner.

Just then, a commotion suddenly arose ahead.

"Get out of the way!"

An extremely impatient shout came from afar, accompanied by a series of hurried footsteps.

Nalan Chenfeng looked up and saw that on the street ahead, pedestrians were making way for each other, leaving a wide passage in the middle.

At the other end of the passage, several young men dressed in red brocade robes swaggered over. The leader was about twenty years old, with a face that was reasonably handsome, but his brows revealed an air of arrogance and domineering.

"People from the Hong Family."

Han Yue frowned slightly and stopped in her tracks.

Nalan Chenfeng's gaze fell on the leading youth, who had three red lines embroidered on his chest like rivers, and a token hanging at his waist with the character "Hong" engraved on it.

"Hong Feng?"

Han Xue recognized the person, and her face tightened involuntarily.

Hong Feng's talent is not as good as Hong Chen, who joined the Northern Pavilion of the Hong Family, but he is not weak either. At the age of twenty-three, he has already advanced to the Dou Ling level.

"Hong Feng-- "

Nalan Chenfeng read the name aloud, his eyes showing no emotion.

He wasn't worth paying too much attention to a mere Dou Ling, and with the Han Family as his support, he had no need to fear the Hong Family in Tian Bei City.

As for the current Northern Pavilion, it's impossible for them to support a Dou Ling disciple and provoke a Dou Zong force.

Han Yue's great-grandfather, Han Fei, was a Five-Star Dou Zong) with considerable prestige in the vicinity of Tian Bei City.

Hong Feng had obviously also seen the Han Yue sisters. He stopped in his tracks, his gaze falling on Han Yue and Han Xue, a lewd glint in his eyes.

"Isn't this Miss Han? When did you get back?"

"You've grown even more beautiful and charming over the years."

Hong Feng grinned, his tone flippant and rude.

"So noisy!"

Nalan Chenfeng snorted coldly, and a dark red Dou Qi suddenly erupted from his body. The scorching aura was like an invisible giant wave, instantly sweeping across the entire street. The dust on the ground was stirred up and scattered in all directions, and the temperature of the surrounding air suddenly rose.

"Dou Wang expert, so young?"

Hong Feng was stunned for a moment, his eyes filled with disbelief.

Even his younger brother Hong Chen couldn't compare to Dou Wang of this age.

Who exactly is this person? And what is their relationship with the Han Family?

Before Hong Feng could continue to concentrate, Nalan Chenfeng moved swiftly, his feet blurring into a blur, and slapped him across the face.

With a snap!

A sharp crack startled everyone awake.

Nalan Chenfeng stopped and stood still, his gaze indifferent as he looked at the Hong Feng.

"Roll!"