In the deep passageway, as Xiao Yan spoke, the four of them paused in their steps.
Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, Tian Ying couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, slightly surprised. He had originally thought that Xiao Yan would consider these three requests for a long time beforehand, but to his surprise, he had already made a decision in just a short while.
After a moment's thought, Tian Ying frowned slightly, raised his gaze to Xiao Yan, and asked:
"Mr. Xiao Yan, are you sure you don't want to reconsider?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan smiled and nodded slightly. He then turned his gaze to Tian Ying, his dark pupils like deep pools, a sharp light gleaming within them. Then, Xiao Yan smiled and asked Tian Ying in return:
"Hehe, Brother Tian Ying, you haven't even heard what I have to say yet, why are you already advising me to reconsider?"
"Uh, hehe, this is just personal speculation, Mr. Xiao Yan, please don't doubt it."
Upon hearing Xiao Yan's words, Tian Ying's expression immediately hardened slightly. He quickly cupped his hands in greeting to Xiao Yan and smiled.
From what he just saw, Tian Ying could tell that Xiao Yan's relationship with his little aunt was probably extraordinary. After all, if it were anyone else, daring to hug her, wouldn't they be torn to shreds by her? Why would they turn around and run away with a blush on their face?
Looking at Xiao Yan in front of him, Tian Ying couldn't help but have a strange thought. What if his young lady not only valued Xiao Yan's future potential, but also valued him as a person? Then the black-robed youth's future identity would probably be extraordinary. Therefore, if he could build a good relationship with him now, perhaps he wouldn't be at a loss for words when they met in the future.
Of course, Xiao Yan was unaware of what Tian Ying was thinking at that moment. Hearing the latter's words, Xiao Yan smiled faintly, waved his hand lightly to indicate that he didn't care, and then spoke again with a smile:
"Hehe, actually, I already explained this to the three of you three three months ago."
As soon as Xiao Yan finished speaking, Tian Ying frowned and exchanged a glance with Yan Shi on the other side, immediately understanding what was going on.
"Mr. Xiao Yan means..."
"I hope the three of you will make way for me to cross the Xilin Mountain Range."
Upon seeing this, Tian Ying and the other two frowned deeply, and Min Sheng showed a troubled expression. The three exchanged glances and whispered among themselves before turning their attention to Xiao Yan.
Seeing the look on Tian Ying's face, Xiao Yan couldn't help but have a bad feeling, and his expression changed slightly.
"Mr. Xiao Yan, it's not that the three of us are unwilling to take this path, but the Xilin Mountain Range have their own rules. No one is allowed to set foot in the heart of Xilin, and even the three of us absolutely cannot violate this rule."
As Tian Ying finished speaking, Xiao Yan's already furrowed brows twisted even more tightly. He then remembered that three months ago, Gu You had told him that there might be Dou Di level expert in the heart of the Xilin Mountain Range.
Although it wasn't explicitly stated at the time, Xiao Yan was already convinced that there were definitely experts above the Dou Di in the heart of the Xilin Mountain Range. Otherwise, why would the so-called rules here bind these three people so tightly?
Just as Xiao Yan was thinking this, Tian Ying spoke to Xiao Yan again, and his words left Xiao Yan feeling helpless.
"Furthermore, after the collapse of the East Wall last time, Mr. Xiao Yan should have already discovered the terror of that cold wind. Even if the three of us brothers joined forces, we wouldn't be able to guarantee that we could enter the heart of the mountain range. Of course, it's not that we don't believe in your strength, but that cold wind is no ordinary thing. Please believe this, Mr. Xiao Yan."
Xiao Yan had no doubt about Tian Ying's words. After all, the terror of the cold wind three months ago was still fresh in his memory, as if it had happened just yesterday.
Xiao Yan had no doubt that even if he tried his best, he would not be able to reach the center of the Xilin Mountain Range, let alone cross them.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan frowned and sighed helplessly. If he couldn't cross the Xilin Mountain Range, wouldn't he be unable to reach the Western Wilderness Region?
Seeing the worried look on Xiao Yan's face, Tian Ying and Yan Shi exchanged a glance, then turned to Xiao Yan and spoke again:
"Mr. Xiao Yan, actually, this matter isn't entirely hopeless..."
Before Tian Ying could finish speaking, Xiao Yan's expression suddenly turned to one of surprise and delight. This kind of surprise after disappointment is the most precious thing.
"Brother Tian Ying, do you have any ideas? If this succeeds, Xiao Yan will definitely come to thank the three of you when he returns!"
Xiao Yan clasped his hands in a respectful bow to the three people in front of him, and with a look of surprise on his face, he spoke in a low voice with a smile.
"Hehe, Mr. Xiao Yan, there's no need for that. We're just following Miss's wishes. Of course, we probably can't offer much help in this matter."
Seeing Xiao Yan's unusual expression, Tian Ying understood that this matter was probably quite important to Xiao Yan, otherwise the usually calm and collected black-robed youth wouldn't have shown such an expression.
Upon hearing Tian Ying's words, Xiao Yan couldn't help but frown. The only powerful figures deep within the Xilin Mountain Range were the three of them. If this matter wasn't related to them, then who could it be?
"Hiss..."
The next instant, Xiao Yan gasped sharply, his expression one of shock. As if he had just realized something, his dark eyes snapped open, staring wide-eyed at the Tian Ying before him, his face filled with astonishment and doubt.
Seeing this, Tian Ying immediately nodded and smiled, knowing that Xiao Yan had already guessed the answer, so he stopped beating around the bush and said directly:
"Indeed, this is the method my young lady will use."
Even though he already knew the answer in his heart, Xiao Yan's lips still twitched violently when he heard Tian Ying say it aloud.
Unexpectedly, he originally thought that as long as he brought this little girl here, that would be the end of it, and the two of them would have nothing to do with each other again. But who would have thought that the most troublesome thing for him now would ultimately depend on this little girl.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan felt a sense of helplessness, and a look of bewilderment appeared on his face. He really didn't know whether meeting this little girl was a good thing or a bad thing.
With a helpless smile, Xiao Yan felt a sense of relief. In any case, this matter could at least be put to rest for the time being.
With a smile in his heart, Xiao Yan raised his gaze and looked towards the end of the passageway. He took a step forward again, and the three of them, including Tian Ying, exchanged glances with a glint in their eyes. They followed suit.