Gu Yuan appeared, intent on capturing Xiao Yan

"Greetings, Clan Leader!"

Upon seeing the newcomer, everyone present quickly bowed.

This is the Clan Leader of their Gu Clan, now one of the strongest experts on the continent.

As soon as Gu Yuan appeared, his deep eyes turned to Xiao Yan.

Feeling the thick and solid Dou Qi emanating from Xiao Yan, even Gu Yuan couldn't help but be shocked.

"Hehe, I didn't expect that after the Dou Di Bloodline was abandoned, the Xiao Clan would still be able to produce such an outstanding young man." Although he was shocked, Gu Yuan did not show it. Instead, he smiled and praised him in the manner of a senior.

He seemed not to have heard or care about what Xiao Yan had just said.

Then, with a look of deep emotion, he said, "If Brother Xiao Xuan were still alive, he would probably be very happy to see that the Xiao Clan has produced such an outstanding descendant as you."

If it were the Xiao Yan from the original story, after Gu Yuan's words, he would probably really regard Gu Yuan as a responsible and loyal senior.

But Xiao Yan is different now; he knows the whole plot, so he is well aware of Gu Yuan's hypocrisy.

Xiao Yan sneered, staring at Gu Yuan with a slightly mocking expression. "If he were to be resurrected and find out that the Gu Clan had swallowed up the Xiao Clan's resources and engaged in such a disgraceful act, the first person he would come after would be you, Gu Yuan!"

Xuan Tier Qi Method, Yellow Tier Dou Technique...

The Xiao Clan was an ancient and powerful clan; how could they have left no trace of their heritage, only these broken pieces? Who would believe that?

Feeling Xiao Yan's gaze, Gu Yuan knew he felt guilty and subconsciously looked away, feeling somewhat embarrassed to meet his eyes.

This is why, despite knowing that a wisp of Xiao Xuan's remnant soul still exists in the Heavenly Tomb, he has never dared to go and meet him all these years.

He worried about encountering Xiao Xuan, who might ask about the current state of the Xiao Clan. What should he say then?

"Xiao Yan! This is the Gu Clan, stop talking nonsense here!"

"You ungrateful wretch! If it weren't for the protection of my Gu Clan, would your Xiao Clan be where you are today?"

"You ungrateful wretch, you're probably a wandering ghost by now!"

Upon hearing this, many members of the Gu Clan were as if they had been provoked, and before Xiao Yan could continue speaking, they immediately retorted.

With Gu Yuan present, their confidence was greatly strengthened.

"Brother Xiao Yan?" Xun'er tugged at Xiao Yan's hand, a hint of confusion in her eyes.

Clearly, this young lady from the Gu Clan knew nothing about the clan's secrets except for cultivating and missing her Brother Xiao Yan.

Xiao Yan smiled gently at Xun'er and patted the little girl's hand to comfort her.

He turned his head, a hint of fierceness in his eyes, and looked at the agitated Gu Clan experts. "What kind of bullshit 'protection' is this? The strongest in the entire clan is a Da Dou Shi, and you're telling me that's 'protection'?"

The Gu Clan wholeheartedly cared for: the Da Dou Shi.

Hun Clan's Severe Torture: Dou Emperor.

Isn't that ridiculous?

Even a speck of dirt from under Gu Yuan's fingernails, if scraped off and given to the Xiao Clan family for absorption, would likely be enough to power at least Dou Wang expert.

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuan and many members of the Gu Clan showed expressions of guilt and evasion, clearly having been hit where it hurt by Xiao Yan's words.

"The Hun Clan and my Xiao Clan fought to the death, and not only did your Gu Clan not help, but you also secretly plundered my Xiao Clan's resources. Isn't that a bit too shameless?" Xiao Yan retorted, mocking Gu Yuan and the other powerful members of the Gu Clan once again.

Although such things are common in the Dou Qi Continent, it doesn't stop Xiao Yan from using them to criticize the character of the Gu Clan and Gu Yuan.

Although the Hun Clan and the Hun Tiandi were no good either, at least they dared to admit their actions, unlike Gu Yuan and the Gu Clan.

Wanting both—utterly hypocritical.

"Young friend Xiao Yan, things back then weren't as you think..." Gu Yuan explained.

Gu Yuan naturally had great patience for Xiao Yan, this talented son-in-law he had gained for free.

"Clan Leader, why waste words with this brat? Let's take him down first!"

"Yes, Clan Leader, we can't let this brat tarnish our Gu Clan's reputation. We must capture him."

"Please, Clan Leader, take action and capture Xiao Yan!"

"..."

Since it involved the interests of everyone, most of the powerful Gu Clan responded in unison, wanting Gu Yuan to capture Xiao Yan.

Doing this would not only shut Xiao Yan up, but might also allow you to gain some benefits from Xiao Yan.

Xiao Yan's ability to cultivate to the level of Eight-Star Dou Sheng at such a young age must have been due to some extraordinary opportunity. Otherwise, with the Xiao Clan's abandoned Dou Di Bloodline, his cultivation speed could not have been so rapid.

If their Gu Clan can obtain it, they will surely produce several more top-tier Dou Sheng Expert. At that time, they may be able to advance further and no longer fear the Hun Clan.

For a moment, many people looked at Xiao Yan with greed in their eyes.

This is the Ancient Realm, and with Gu Yuan, the Clan Leader at the Peak Nine-Star Dou Saint, in charge, Xiao Yan, no matter how strong, cannot match him.

Xiao Yan is now like a caged bird, unable to fly even with wings.

Faced with pressure from his clansmen, Gu Yuan also showed a troubled expression.

Given his personality, he naturally wouldn't want to antagonize a peerless genius like Xiao Yan.

However, he had no choice but to uphold the demands of his people and the dignity of his community.

After careful consideration, Gu Yuan sighed, somewhat reluctantly, "Young friend Xiao Yan, it seems you've been misled by a villain. I have no choice but to take action and capture you first."

As he spoke, he no longer hesitated, revealing the aura of Peak Nine-Star Dou Saint.

Seeing that the Clan Leader was about to make a move, the powerful members of the Gu Clan became excited.

The Clan Leader is Peak Nine-Star Dou Saint, one of the strongest on the continent. Taking down Xiao Yan, an Eight-Star Dou Sheng, would be a piece of cake for him.

Xun'er never expected things to turn out this way.

On one side is her clan and her father, and on the other side is her Brother Xiao Yan. Choosing either side will be very difficult for her.

However, without much thought, she resolutely chose to stand on Xiao Yan's side.

Just as Xun'er was about to step forward to protect Xiao Yan, Xiao Yan raised his hand to stop her.

Xiao Yan gave her a reassuring look, then looked at Gu Yuan with a mocking expression. "You don't necessarily think you've got me cornered, do you?"

When Gu Yuan, Gu Lie, and the Three Immortals of the Gu Clan heard Xiao Yan's Xiao Yan and saw his expression, which didn't seem to be feigning composure, they were all taken aback. They really couldn't understand what Xiao Yan still had to rely on.

Could they possibly summon a powerful figure who could rival their Clan Leader?

Looking at everyone's expressions, Xiao Yan smiled faintly.

Although Gu Yuan was incapacitated, his strength was still that of Peak Nine-Star Dou Saint, not weak at all.

This is still the Ancient Realm, with the advantage of terrain and the various hidden methods of the Gu Clan. Without absolute certainty of victory, why would he come here to invite trouble?

Xiao Yan is not the kind of person who is unprepared, impulsive, or reckless.

Thinking of this, Xiao Yan's lips unconsciously curled up into a smile.

He raised his right hand and, under everyone's gaze, snapped his fingers crisply. As his Emperor Realm Soul, carrying the Sheep Talisman, set up Restriction in the Ancient Realm, he proclaimed loudly:

"Seniors, please show yourselves!"