"The Flame Emperor! It's the Flame Emperor! The Flame Emperor has returned!"
"The Flame Emperor has returned!"
Countless living beings across the Dou Qi Continent cheered. He was the strongest person on their continent, and the pride they all shared.
The ordinary inhabitants might have been somewhat less overwhelmed, but those in Flame Emperor City whose lives were closely entwined with Xiao Yan's were so moved that tears spilled straight down their faces.
Compared to the ordinary inhabitants of the Dou Qi Continent, they understood far better what dangers Xiao Yan had faced over these past ten years, and just how difficult it had been for him to return alive.
Thank heavens, he really had returned!
"Xiao Yan, is it really you?"
Above the Deception-Heaven Great Array, the three women threw themselves into Xiao Yan's arms almost simultaneously. Feeling his familiar warmth, they wept until their tears soaked his clothes.
"Of course it's me. Who else could it be?"
A smile appeared on Xiao Yan's lips. With soft jade and warm fragrance nestled in his arms, his smile finally softened.
Beside him, Xiao Xuan and Zhu Kun smiled at the sight as well, seemingly filled with relief and satisfaction.
There was no denying that Xiao Yan had become the true pillar supporting the Dou Qi Continent. The instant he returned, everyone seemed to have found their anchor once more.
The Dou Qi Continent was once again filled with laughter and cheers.
Soon, Flame Emperor City regained its former bustle and clamor.
"With my current strength, the Extraterrestrial Evil Race will never be able to invade our Dou Qi Continent again."
At the banquet, Xiao Yan's gentle smile lifted a heavy stone from the hearts of all the continent's experts. They exchanged glances, their faces brimming with joy.
"Everyone, go back