As the old man's voice echoed throughout the heavens and earth, everyone present was startled, especially the several Nine-Star Half-Emperor, whose faces were filled with shock. They never expected that the matter between a few Half-Emperor would alarm this man.
"Judging from this, this should be the patriarch of the Zhao Clan."
"Tsk tsk, I didn't expect that even he would be alarmed!"
"Hehe, Grandpa Zhao really dotes on Zhao Qi. That kid is usually so arrogant and domineering, and half of his confidence comes from his grandfather, a Two-Star Dou Di level expert."
High in the sky, several Nine-Star Half-Emperor were whispering among themselves, discussing the situation on the field. Their words were filled with apprehension towards the so-called Old Master Zhao.
"Strange, Zhao Qi has fainted because of this guy. Normally, Old Master Zhao should have shown up by now. Why is he being so polite with this kid today?"
As the group discussed the matter, they couldn't help but feel a sense of suspicion regarding the old man's unusual behavior.
"Hehe, a year ago, the Zhao Clan patriarch had already touched the barrier of Three-Star Dou Di. He should be close to breaking through now, but then this happened, so naturally he can't show himself. Otherwise, given that old man's temperament, this kid would have been torn to pieces long ago."
"Moreover, the Zhao Clan family patriarch has just temporarily left the Zhao Clan due to some matters. Now the Zhao Clan is leaderless, and even the two strongest Nine-Star Half-Emperor have been defeated by this kid. Naturally, the Zhao Clan can't do anything to him now, so the Zhao Clan family patriarch's attitude has naturally softened."
Upon hearing these words, the other Nine-Star Half-Emperor immediately understood. At the same time, they couldn't help but show a look of surprise. No wonder the Zhao Clan patriarch doted on his grandson so much but the grandson hadn't shown up. It turned out that his strength was about to break through again!
Meanwhile, on the other side, Xiao Yan in the void also concealed his aura, and the Great Heaven Creation Palm he released slowly dissipated. Zhao Ling and the other person, who had been swallowed by the dark energy halo, reappeared in everyone's sight amidst a series of screams.
With his eyes narrowed, Xiao Yan's sharp gaze slowly swept across the sky. His expression quickly turned solemn in his dark pupils. He could clearly sense that ever since the old man's voice had been uttered, an aura of oppressive power had been shrouding this world. Although the oppressive power had not been fully revealed, it still made Xiao Yan feel a deep chill in his heart.
After a long while, Xiao Yan finally raised his gaze, clasped his hands in a fist salute, and bowed towards the sky above, saying solemnly:
"Since you've stepped in, senior, I should give you face and let's leave it at that."
Even the proud Xiao Yan Xiao Yan to restrain himself when facing Dou Di powerhouse. After all, that level of powerhouse was not someone he could handle at his current level. If he wasn't careful, he would be powerless to retaliate if the other party attacked him.
Noticing that Xiao Yan had stopped, the Zhao Clan patriarch also unconsciously withdrew his imposing aura.
Just as that Nine-Star Half-Emperor said before, he is currently in a critical period of breakthrough, and it would be very dangerous to make a move rashly. If he continues to maintain this state, it will not do him any good.
"Hehe, as the saying goes, 'no discord, no concord.' I believe today's events were merely a misunderstanding. Now that the misunderstanding has been cleared up, I would like to invite you both to my Zhao Clan's residence. Firstly, since you are both strangers and this is likely your first time visiting Sulan City, my Zhao Clan would like to extend the hospitality of a host. Secondly, my clansmen have been spoiled and offended you, young friend. My Zhao Clan wishes to apologize to you both. If you do not mind, you may stay at my Zhao Clan's residence for a few more days. My Zhao Clan will certainly treat you with the utmost courtesy!"
Her words were impeccable, and upon hearing them, Murong Qianqian ignored the unconscious Zhao Qi, turned and went to Xiao Yan's side. She glanced at him with her beautiful eyes and smiled.
"How about we go sit down? This old man seems to be a bit apologetic. We can go get something good to eat, hehe."
"Ha, you see? What are you looking at? You see that old man? Hmph, if we really go there, wouldn't we be handing ourselves over to them? Like catching a turtle in a jar, it would be difficult for us to escape. The other party is Dou Di expert. There might be some reason why he hasn't made a move yet, but once he does, we won't be able to escape even if we want to."
"Well..."
Xiao Yan sneered at the girl's words, his gaze sweeping solemnly across the sky. A vast and terrifying Spiritual Strength suddenly surged forth from between his brows, carefully examining the void where he stood.
After a long while, Xiao Yan withdrew his gaze again, glanced at Murong Qianqian beside him, and then spoke in a deep voice to the void above his head:
"We appreciate your kindness, senior, but we have a long journey ahead and cannot trouble you any further. We will take our leave now!"
Xiao Yan cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to the void above his head, then grabbed Murong Qianqian beside him and was about to turn and leave.
With things developing this way, Sulan City no longer poses any safety risk to Xiao Yan, especially now that he also needs to protect Murong Qianqian by his side, which makes him even more cautious in everything he does.
Faced with this Dou Di powerhouse who hadn't shown up, it was better to leave than to stay any longer and avoid trouble.
However, just as Xiao Yan turned around with Murong Qianqian, the old man's voice rang out again. This time, as soon as the old man finished speaking, everyone's eyes were instantly fixed on Xiao Yan.
"Hehe, why is Your Excellency leaving in such a hurry? Two years ago, Your Excellency fought against the four sect leaders without showing the slightest fear. How come today, an old man like me is being asked by Your Excellency Xiao Yan to give way?"
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone in the world was instantly filled with horror. Every gaze fell on Xiao Yan like a spotlight, filled with astonishment, suspicion, shock, and greed.
Xiao Yan, a name that had been lost to the memories of everyone over time, was gradually remembered by the old man's words. Even some people who couldn't recall him before quickly remembered this name that had shaken the entire Western Region two years ago because of the reminders from those around them.
" Xiao Yan! It's Xiao Yan! The Xiao Yan who was hunted down by the Four Great Sects two years ago!"
"He's still alive!"
"Wasn't it said that they had already captured him by the Four Great Sects?"
"Bullshit! Those who were arrested were all imposters of Xiao Yan. This one is probably the real Xiao Yan!"
In the void, the Nine-Star Half-Emperor also stared at Xiao Yan with complicated expressions at this moment.
Although they were tempted by the promises made by the Four Great Sects, they also witnessed the terrifying combat power that Xiao Yan possessed at this moment, a power that even they could hardly shake.
Meanwhile, the crowd on the ground below was already getting restless. Those few Nine-Star Half-Emperor were able to resist the enormous temptation, but they couldn't.
For those who are not strong enough, the allure of Emperor Grade Pill is immense, and the other Cultivation Methods and Combat Skills make them have no reason to refuse.
The promises from the Four Great Sects ignited a burning passion in the hearts of these ordinary powerhouses.
"Haha! I can't believe Xiao Yan has reappeared after two years! Everyone, attack together! If we can capture him, the bounties from the Four Great Sects will all be ours!"
On the ground, a dense mass of people shouted excitedly, each taking out their weapons. Beams of Dou Qi qi shot into the sky, their brilliant light reflecting between heaven and earth. As they merged, they condensed into a powerful aura that pressed down on Xiao Yan in the void.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan frowned. He hadn't expected that the old man would recognize him. It seemed that the Zhao Clan's patriarch wanted to use these people to get rid of him!
"Hmph, so, little girl, do you still think that old man is a good person?"
Unfazed by the situation, Xiao Yan turned his gaze to Murong Qianqian and asked with a light laugh.
Upon hearing this, the young woman frowned, cursing the Zhao Clan patriarch in her heart before pursing her lips slightly. She glanced at the crowd below and asked Xiao Yan with a frown:
"What do we do now? If they attack together, that would be troublesome."
Shaking his head slightly, Xiao Yan smiled and turned his gaze to the few Nine-Star Half-Emperor high in the sky. In his opinion, only these few people could stop him. As long as they didn't make a move, no one in Sulan City could stop him today. Of course, the Zhao Clan patriarch was an exception.
When the group saw Xiao Yan 'Xiao Yan gaze, they smiled kindly at him, and one of them replied to Xiao Yan:
"Haha, we have long admired Lord Xiao Yan, but we don't care about the bounty from the Four Great Sects. So, Lord Xiao Yan, please do as you please and don't worry about us."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan felt reassured. He cupped his hands in greeting to the people in the sky before turning his gaze to the densely packed group of Half-Emperor on the ground below.
A terrifying pressure, with an overwhelming force, rapidly rose before Xiao Yan Xiao Yan, like a giant demonic beast, pressing down on him fiercely.
"Snort!"
With a cold snort, Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes, a cold light flashing deep within them. His body trembled slightly, and then he took a sudden step forward. Instantly, a vast and terrifying aura swept out from Xiao Yan's body.
The moment the two terrifying auras collided, the world fell silent. Then, Xiao Yan suddenly let out a cold snort that shook the heavens and the earth. The next moment, the aura that was formed by the combined efforts of everyone in the city was instantly destroyed by Xiao Yan!
The overwhelming power instantly forced everyone in the city below back. As Xiao Yan crushed their imposing aura, everyone's face turned deathly pale.
"Hmph! If you're not afraid of death, then come on!"