Xiao Yan's first meeting with Zi Yan ended there. Clearly, the little girl had already been won over by this move of his.
Even setting aside the emotional cards Xiao Yan had played afterward, the medicinal pellets and Transformation Pill he had offered were things the little girl simply could not refuse.
That night, Elder Hao brought two bottles of fine wine to Xiao Yan's room for a visit, and the two spent some time getting better acquainted.
After their recent interactions, Elder Hao found Xiao Yan increasingly unfathomable. In terms of strength, Xiao Yan could leave that little girl barely able to resist him, which meant he was at least a Peak Dou Emperor.
As for alchemy, the fact that he could make those old fellows from the Alchemy Department, who always looked down their noses at others, shower him with flattery showed that his skills were equally formidable.
This sent Xiao Yan's standing in Elder Hao's eyes soaring. Although he was not a Dou Zong, his influence might well rival that of Great Elder Su Qian.
With these thoughts in mind, Elder Hao became ever more respectful and courteous toward Xiao Yan. Xiao Yan was very satisfied with his attitude as well. Both were masters of flattery, and they thoroughly enjoyed their meal.
Early the next morning, Xiao Yan slowly opened his eyes, emerging from his cultivation.
After pushing open the door and stepping outside, he saw Elder Hao already waiting at the entrance with a broad smile.
"Elder Yan Xiao, come with me."
Smiling, Elder Hao led Xiao Yan toward the Heavenly Flame Qi Refining Tower.
As he looked at the ancient black tower in the distance within the academy, Xiao Yan's eyes brightened slightly.
Within the range of his vast soul perception, a scorching aura that