In the blink of an eye, half a month has passed. In what was once Yan City, now Xiao Gate, countless powerful figures are gathering. Most of these people are leaders of various forces in the Western Region, either sect leaders or family heads, ranging from Origin King to Dou Di. Such a scene is unprecedented in the Western Region for thousands of years.
In just half a month, the Xiao Gate used all the profits from the auction of pills to recruit soldiers and horses throughout the Western Region. Under the supervision of Tian Ying and others, the Xiao Gate now has nearly a hundred experts with cultivation levels above Dou Di, not to mention external forces, and dozens of experts at the Origin Transformation Realm and Origin Return Realm levels. This kind of foundation is much stronger than Qinhuang Lost Valley back then.
With the continuous involvement of various external forces, the Xiao Gate has now become the leading power in the Western Region.
Inside the main hall of the Xiao Gate, the head seat was empty, and a group of people sat below it. Leng Bingshuang, Bai Hua, and others were among them, while the five Tian Ying brothers stood behind Leng Bingshuang. Naturally, they could not treat this situation with the same laziness as usual.
Meanwhile, behind Bai Hua, the lithe and graceful Murong Qianqian was perched on Bai Hua back. Her bright eyes occasionally swept over the crowd. When her gaze returned to Bai Hua, a smile involuntarily crept onto her slightly pursed lips. Noticing this, Bai Hua gently raised his hand and stroked the girl's delicate hand. This scene drew envy from many onlookers.
Across from Leng Bingshuang, Murong Hao watched the two lovebirds with a slightly annoyed expression. He couldn't help but purse his lips. Although he wanted to stop them, the girl had grown up after all, and they couldn't discipline her for everything. Besides, this young man named Bai Hua seemed quite capable, having already reached the Origin King Realm at such a young age. Their affair...
A thought flashed through his mind, and Murong Hao shook his head and sighed softly. Seeing this, Leng Bingshuang couldn't help but smile. When she turned her gaze back, she saw three figures dressed in white robes arriving late. These were the three members of the Bai Clan, grandfather, grandmother, and grandson.
After some hesitation, the Bai Clan finally joined the Xiao Gate. After all, the Xiao Gate was currently very powerful, with various forces joining in. If they hesitated any longer, the threat of Xiao Yan might really fall on them.
As soon as the three entered the main hall, their eyes immediately swept towards the head seat. Seeing that the seat was empty, the three breathed a sigh of relief, cupped their hands in greeting towards Leng Bingshuang, and then headed towards the remaining seats on one side of the hall.
"Hehe, now that the three of you are here, don't you want to say hello to me?"
However, at that very moment, a young man dressed in black robes suddenly appeared behind the three members of the Bai Clan, and at the same time, a familiar chuckle came from his mouth.
The person who arrived was none other than Xiao Yan.
"Sect Master!"
The three members of the family reacted very quickly. The moment they turned around and saw Xiao Yan, they immediately changed how they addressed him, instantly bringing the two sides much closer together.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan chuckled and nodded. As he looked around, everyone else present quickly stood up, and gazes filled with surprise and awe shot towards him.
Just from Xiao Yan's move just now, he had already demonstrated his own power. His terrifying speed was unmatched by anyone present. The Origin King present couldn't help but be secretly shocked. Not only did Xiao Yan look much younger than they had imagined, but his cultivation was also incredibly powerful. At least with their current strength, they couldn't fathom the depth of Xiao Yan's abilities.
At this moment, even Murong Hao looked at Xiao Yan with a solemn expression. With his cultivation level, he could naturally vaguely sense that Xiao Yan's aura had already crossed the Origin King realm and reached a higher level.
"This kid... after a few years, his cultivation has actually reached the Origin Emperor level... that's truly terrifying!"
Sensing Xiao Yan's aura, Murong Hao's expression tightened slightly. At the same time, Xiao Yan also noticed Murong Hao's presence, raising his eyes and instantly focusing on him. In an instant, an invisible pressure descended upon Murong Hao, causing his expression to change slightly. However, a gentle smile quickly appeared on Xiao Yan's face as he glanced between Leng Bingshuang and himself. It seemed that Leng Bingshuang's trip to the Murong Clan had yielded a much better result than he had anticipated.
After exchanging polite greetings with everyone present, Xiao Yan slowly walked towards the head seat in the main hall. Subsequently, everyone's eyes were focused on him until Xiao Yan took his seat, and then everyone else sat down one by one. This scene was quite impressive.
"Hehe, you are all heroes from various parts of the Western Region. It is an honor for our Xiao Gate to gather here with Xiao Yan today..."
Sitting at the head of the table, Xiao Yan slowly swept his gaze across the entire room, then lightly clasped his hands in a fist salute and said...
Upon hearing this, many people present couldn't help but smile. Although everyone knew it was just a compliment, who would be angry after hearing such kind words?
"However, I also know that although everyone has come to my Xiao Gate today, I believe many of you still have reservations. If that's the case, I won't make things difficult for you. If anyone wants to leave now, Xiao Yan will not stop them."
Immediately afterward, Xiao Yan spoke again, and his words caused some people in the room to change their expressions slightly. While they hesitated, Murong Hao, sitting opposite Leng Bingshuang, suddenly stood up slowly, faced Xiao Yan, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture, and said:
" Murong Hao of the Murong Clan conveys a message from the clan leader: the Murong Clan will fully support the establishment of the Xiao Gate!"
As he finished speaking, a faint aura of power and pressure emanated from his body.
" Seven-Star Origin King!"
When the several Origin King present realized this, their expressions changed drastically, and the last trace of hesitation in their hearts was completely eliminated under the pressure of this aura.
" Lü Zhongtian is willing to join the Xiao Gate!"
Immediately after Murong Hao, Lü Zhongtian stood up, and his words quickly inspired the other powerful figures.
"My name is Bai Ying, and I am joining the Xiao Gate on behalf of the Bai Clan!"
First came a mysterious Seven-Star Origin King, then Lü Zhongtian, and then Xiao Yan and others. The situation on the field was already quite clear. The Bai Clan naturally had no reason to hesitate. Even if they were unwilling to join, they still had to nod their heads.
Immediately afterwards, shouts echoed throughout the main hall.
"I, Zheng Tiannan, represent my Zheng Clan in joining the Xiao Gate!"
"My name is Shao Xing, and I wish to join the Xiao Gate!"
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