It took Xiao Yan and his companions roughly a full week to return from the Far North to Heaven Dou City. After entering Jia Nan Academy, Xiao Yan gradually slowed his pace and strolled leisurely toward the Dean's Office.
Naturally, the students around them all recognized Xiao Yan. At the sight of his group, they stepped aside and stood by the path, watching him enter the academy with admiration. Although Xiao Yan held no official position, his standing in the academy was no lower than Dugu Bo's. He could even be called the spiritual symbol of Jia Nan Academy.
After entering the teaching building, Xiao Yan and his companions went straight to the Dean's Office. Little Dragon Girl ran over to knock on the door, muttering, "Old man, we're back! Hurry up and open the door."
Immediately afterward, Dugu Bo's familiar voice came from inside. "The door isn't locked. Just come in and stop howling out there."
Xiao Yan smiled, stepped forward, and gently pushed the door open. By then, however, Dugu Bo had already reached the doorway.
"Oh? Xiao Yan, your strength seems to have improved again. You're already a Soul Saint?" Dugu Bo rubbed his chin, his gaze sweeping over Xiao Yan. Then his expression suddenly turned strange, and he looked at Ice Empress and A-Tai with a slight frown.
"Who are these people?" After a moment, Dugu Bo asked in puzzlement.
Xiao Yan turned and introduced them to Dugu Bo. "You should know Oscar. I ran into him when I went to the Far North and saved his life. He's joined our Soul Hall now. The man beside him is Haote, a former mercenary and a friend of Oscar's. He's joined us along with Oscar."
"As for these last two, I'll explain when I have time."
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