After their long journey, Xiao Fan and his companions soon arrived outside the Imperial Capital of the Jia Ma Empire.
Looking at the familiar city walls ahead, Xiao Fan and Yun Yun both wore somber expressions. The moment they entered the Jia Ma Empire, they had already heard news of the Misty Cloud Sect's destruction.
Although the details of the battle at the Misty Cloud Sect had not spread, its outcome had become known throughout the empire. Both Xiao Fan and Yun Yun had learned that the Misty Cloud Sect had been disbanded and Yun Shan had died.
Though Yun Yun had completely severed her ties with the Misty Cloud Sect, she had devoted her entire life to it. Hearing such news naturally weighed heavily on her heart.
Recalling everything from her days in the Misty Cloud Sect, Yun Yun sank into despondency.
"Xiao Fan, I... I want to go back to the Misty Cloud Sect and take a look..."
"All right, I'll go with you..."
Xiao Fan showed no surprise at Yun Yun's words, but she interrupted him as soon as he spoke.
"No need. You've only just returned, so you should visit the Xiao Clan first. Xiao Yi Xian will be with me. I'll be fine..."
Yun Yun shook her head, stopping Xiao Fan. She knew he would have many things to deal with upon his return, so she declined his offer. Beside her, Xiao Yi Xian smiled at Xiao Fan and gave him a gentle nod, reassuring him that he need not worry. Then she followed Yun Yun, and the two headed toward the Misty Cloud Sect.
Xiao Fan watched the two women gradually disappear from sight, then turned and entered the Imperial Capital.
Although Xiao Fan knew the Xiao Clan had moved into the Imperial Capital,