Nearly two days have passed since the pill's unusual occurrence that day. During these two days, Xiao Yan has been sitting cross-legged in the ruins with his eyes closed, like an old monk in deep meditation. His aura has been fully restored thanks to the pill, and his expression is calm, showing no signs of anything unusual.
Xiao Xuan was at a loss for what to do and could only patiently wait for Xiao Yan to wake up. Before that, the surrounding area was completely sealed off by the formation, and no one was allowed to approach. Therefore, even some busybodies in the Xiao Clan could only reluctantly give up and watch the situation inside the formation from a distance.
"Will he be alright?"
Inside the formation, atop the half-ruined building, Lian'er frowned, her beautiful eyes filled with worry as she stared at Xiao Yan, who sat cross-legged with his eyes closed amidst the ruins below. Her jade-like hand unconsciously clenched a strand of hair as she hesitantly asked.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Xuan slowly shook his head and said:
Given the current situation, no one can judge his true state of mind. We can only pray that he doesn't get too caught up in it.
Xiao Yi Xian and now Bai Hua's severe injury, Xiao Yan's few remaining friends and family on this unfamiliar continent are leaving him one by one. The emotions he has to bear are incredibly heavy, and it's absolutely impossible for him to remain indifferent. However, at least, even under such circumstances, Xiao Yan has not completely lost his mind; otherwise, the current situation would probably be even more worrying.
Lian'er gazed at the slender figure below, her pearly teeth biting her red lips. Although she didn't know Xiao Yan very well, she had heard many stories about him from his teacher Xiao Yi Xian, and was well aware of the special, ambiguous relationship between them. Now that the former was gone and Xiao Yan had encountered such a misfortune again, she naturally felt a pang of pity.
"Let him go if he wants to. It's good to have someone with him. Don't disturb him."
Seeing the girl's desire, Xiao Xuan smiled gently, softly patted her head, and whispered a reminder.
Upon hearing this, the girl was overjoyed. She nodded gratefully to Xiao Xuan, and with a swift movement, she leaped down from the rooftop. Her body landed lightly on a flat area not far from Xiao Yan. With a slightly nervous look in her eyes, she slowly approached Xiao Yan. When she got close and saw that he did not make any unusual movements, she breathed a sigh of relief.
"Boom!"
But in the next instant, before Lian'er could make any further moves, the huge array covering the entire courtyard suddenly trembled violently. Almost simultaneously, Xiao Xuan and Lian'er's expressions changed instantly, and their eyes fell on the source of the sound. At the same time, cracking sounds gradually came from the array.
" Xiao Yan! Come out here!"
Outside the shattered array, Zhao Jin pressed one palm tightly against the light barrier, raised the other hand high, and without waiting for anyone to persuade him, he slammed his fist down heavily. With a bang, the huge array covering the courtyard exploded.
The formation shattered, Zhao Jin's cold gaze immediately swept towards Xiao Yan, who was sitting cross-legged in the center of the courtyard. He snorted coldly and strode towards him, his icy voice ringing out once more.
" Xiao Yan, an elder of the Inner Cabinet has personally come, and you dare not rise to greet him!"
"Stop right there!"
Just then, a whooshing sound suddenly rang out in the sky. Immediately afterwards, Xiao Xuan's figure appeared first, blocking Zhao Jin's path. Beside him, Lian'er hurried over, her pretty face immediately becoming serious. She naturally recognized Zhao Jin and knew how terrifying he was. From the moment she saw him, a bad premonition rose in the girl's heart.
Xiao Xuan frowned as he looked at the person in front of him. Compared to Lian'er, he was naturally more aware of Zhao Jin's strength and character. Since this guy dared to do such a domineering thing in the Xiao Clan today, he must have come prepared.
"So you are Xiao Xuan?"
Looking at the tall, sword-like figure before him, even with Zhao Jin's strength, he couldn't help but be slightly surprised. Although this person's cultivation was not as high as that of the Yuan Zong, his aura was even stronger than that of Zhao Jin, Yuan Zun Venerable. It was truly astonishing.
"Leave the courtyard."
Knowing that the visitor was hostile, Xiao Xuan naturally didn't stand on ceremony. His four crisp words clearly stated his attitude. At the same time, an invisible hurricane suddenly condensed above his head, instantly transforming into unparalleled sword energy that swept across the heavens and earth, causing everyone present to change color.
"In recent years, I have often heard of a person named Xiao Xuan in the clan, but unfortunately I have never had the opportunity to meet him. Today, I have seen him, and indeed he is... just a Peak Origin Emperor!"
Zhao Jin's gaze swept almost imperceptibly over the sword aura above Xiao Xuan's head, and then he let out a cold laugh. Although the person in front of him had an extraordinary aura, he was still just a Origin Emperor after all, and there was no need to take him seriously.
Upon hearing Zhao Jin's words, Lian'er, standing beside Xiao Xuan, immediately showed anger on her pretty face. Zhao Jin, however, remained unconcerned, pulling the maid behind him and saying again:
"Leave the courtyard yourself, or I'll kick you out."
"Haha, few people possess your courage. However, the one who wishes to see Xiao Yan today is not me, but an elder of the Inner Cabinet."
With a loud laugh, Zhao Jin calmly stepped aside, and the crowd that had gathered behind him quickly dispersed like flowing water. Everyone's attention immediately focused on him, and several exclamations of surprise rang out from the crowd.
Xiao Xuan followed the gaze and saw an old man with a slightly gloomy face and dry lips slowly walking towards them from the crowd. Everyone present who saw this old man showed a flattering expression on their faces. Even Zhao Jin, who was arrogant and domineering just a moment ago, now had a humble smile on his face.
This person was none other than Xiao Dingtian, the head of the three inner cabinets of the Xiao Clan and the one in the entire Xiao Clan who had the strongest opposition to Xiao Yan and his grandson staying Xiao Dingtian!
Elder.
Upon seeing this person, even with Xiao Xuan's composure, he still bowed and paid his respects.
Given this person's status, he was practically all-powerful in the clan, except for the clan leader. Even though their relationship was not harmonious, they still had to treat him with utmost respect due to the rules and etiquette.
" Xiao Xuan, bring Xiao Yan to see me."
Ignoring Xiao Xuan's attitude, Xiao Dingtian simply gave a command, but his words were filled with an unyielding tone.