From this moment onward, there would be no returning to the way things had been.
The existence of the Misty Cloud Sect was an irreconcilable obstacle between them. Coupled with the relationship between Yun Yun and Nalan Yanran, it had already sealed their fate.
It all seemed as though it had been destined.
The atmosphere was undeniably complicated. Everyone present was a seasoned veteran, and they naturally noticed the strange tension.
Still, they all had the good sense to say nothing.
Elsewhere, Su Tian hovered in midair, the wings behind him beating as he watched the scene with interest.
Beside Su Tian, Hai Bodong frowned deeply, seemingly uncertain what to make of the situation.
"Rest assured. This battle between Xiao Yan and Nalan Yanran is bound to reach a final conclusion."
Su Tian smiled faintly, glanced at Nalan Yanran, whose pretty face was filled with confusion, then slowly spoke.
Hearing this, Hai Bodong raised an eyebrow and gave Su Tian a meaningful look.
"If there is nothing urgent, Sect Master Yun Yun, my battle with Nalan Yanran is not yet over..."
Xiao Yan drew a deep breath, suppressing every complicated emotion in his heart. When he raised his head again, his eyes were calm.
Then, without looking at Yun Yun again, Xiao Yan turned his gaze toward Nalan Yanran.
"Today's battle between us must reach a conclusion."
"That is what I want as well."
Meeting Xiao Yan's gaze, Nalan Yanran showed no hint of retreat. Although she did not know what had happened between Yun Yun and Xiao Yan, her pride would never allow her to lose to him.
Bang!
A muffled impact rang out in an instant.
Xiao Yan accelerated abruptly, shooting toward Nalan Yanran like a cannonball.
At the sight, Yun Yun instinctively took a step, only to