The Black Annihilation Army members bowed their heads in shame, surprised that they, as ancient clan members, were actually struggling against a single Dou Zong.
In fact, this was a normal occurrence for the ancient clan's Black Annihilation Army.
It was precisely because they were ancient clan members that their cultivation speed was much faster than ordinary people, their fighting skill adaptation time was much shorter than ordinary people, and they had less combat experience.
If given more time, these Black Annihilation Army members would definitely become an iron-blooded army.
Glancing at Xiao Yan, who hadn't even made a move, Yang Hao secretly kept today's events in mind. The next time they met, it wouldn't be this simple.
"Miss Xun'er, I shall take my leave." Yang Hao gritted his teeth and waved his subordinates to retreat.
Watching the strange army disappear from sight, Hai Bodong then dispelled his fighting skill.
He had been cultivating this fighting skill for over fifty years. With his exceptional proficiency, unleashing it with his two-star Dou Zong strength made its power far exceed some low-level Earth rank fighting skills.
"I apologize for the offense earlier," Hai Bodong cupped his fists towards Xun'er.
"It's nothing," Xun'er shook her head slightly. She had not lived in the clan since childhood, which resulted in the clan members not having much reverence for her.
A flicker of thought passed through her beautiful eyes. Xun'er thought to herself, after this time, the clan wouldn't send anyone for the next two years.
After pondering for a moment, Xiao Yan guessed a few reasons why the ancient clan's second group of people came so quickly.
After all, Xun'er's status was evident, and the people sent to welcome her would naturally not be just those unpresentable individuals like Ling Quan.
On the long journey back to the ancient clan, there should have been some escorts, and Yang Hao was one of the more competitive groups among them.
With the appearance of the ancient clan's second group, Xiao Yan couldn't help but think of the Hall of Souls Protector active in the Jia Ma Empire, but he wasn't too worried.
The Hall of Souls had grand ambitions. Even though they had many strong individuals within their clan and had absorbed some 'living soul' experts, they would still face a shortage of manpower relative to the Dou Qi Continent.
The simultaneous appearance of the four Protectors in the Jia Ma Empire was greatly related to Protector Tie's demise.
It took over three months just for a one-way trip, even with three Protectors gathered to help.
If they were to seek stronger reinforcements, they would have to consider the round trip time, which alone would take a considerable amount of time, not to mention mobilizing personnel.
The Xiao family had only two people appear, yet they had almost severely injured all four Protectors of the Hall of Souls branch.
How many people would they need to call for reinforcement?
Moreover, Protector Wu, a Protector of this branch, preferred to act by borrowing strength.
Protector Wu borrowed the power of the Misty Cloud Sect, Protector Tie utilized the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate, orchestrated the siege of the three empires, Protector Xuan allied with the Demonic Flame Valley, and Protector Wu allied with the people of the Ice River Valley.
This was Xiao Yan's understanding of the characteristic behavior of this Hall of Souls branch's Protectors.
In a short time, Xiao Yan didn't pay too much attention to the four Hall of Souls Protectors in the Jia Ma Empire.
Half a year had passed, and Elder Yao in the Cloud Mist Empire had not been invaded by Hall of Souls experts, which further confirmed that the Hall of Souls would not have any major operations for the time being.
Next, Elder Yao would travel between the two empires, honing his fighting skills.
Even if strong individuals appeared, he would detect them and rush to assist immediately.
Thinking that it had unknowingly been more than half a year since he left the Cloud Mist Empire, Xiao Yan slowly said, "By my reckoning, tomorrow is the coming of age ceremony."
"We should go back; we still need to prepare," Xun'er nodded heavily.
Although the Xiao family's coming of age ceremony was merely a formality now, and greatly different from the ancient clan's coming of age ceremony where clan markings were bestowed, it was still quite important and meaningful to the Xiao family members.
Hai Bodong was slightly startled. It was then that he suddenly remembered that these two powerful young people were not yet adults.
The three of them did not linger and flew in the direction of the Xiao family.
With his strength recovered, Hai Bodong inevitably had to notify the Primer Clan that the collection of medicinal ingredients could stop.
Xiao Yan and Xun'er, on the other hand, returned to their respective residences and freshened up.
Three months of arduous cultivation had been exceptionally taxing for both of them.
Half an hour later, meeting again, Xiao Yan smiled slightly as he looked at the graceful young girl standing not far in front of him.
The young girl wore an elegant green outfit. Her delicate face had no makeup, naturally beautiful. Her smooth, dark hair was casually tied with a short green ribbon, just reaching her waist. As the breeze blew, her hair fluttered, captivating the heart.
Around the young girl's slender waist, which could be encompassed by a hand, a pale purple sash perfectly outlined her graceful curves.
Xiao Yan knew how enjoyable it would be to embrace such a slender waist.
"Brother Xiao Yan, hurry up!" Xun'er felt a little embarrassed by his gaze. She took Xiao Yan's large hand and eagerly rushed towards the market, as if wanting to escape this moment that made her heart race.
Xun'er wore a long green dress, its hem gently swaying with her steps, as if she were dancing gracefully. Her hair fluttered in the wind, shimmering with a soft glow under the sunlight.
After walking through a few streets, the two entered the bustling market.
"What kinds of things do we need to prepare? Won't the family prepare them?" Xiao Yan asked. He only knew this matter was extremely important, but he didn't quite understand the process.
Xun'er was very clear about this. Her voice was clear and pleasant as she said, "Just some small things; it's better to buy them ourselves."
Just as the two were talking, an extremely effeminate and sharp voice suddenly came from not far away.
"You need some skill to protect a flower; you're still a bit lacking."
Looking at the crowd gathered to watch the commotion, Xiao Yan frowned slightly: "Who dares to cause trouble in the Xiao family's market?"
"That's Cousin Xiao Ning's aura." Having been in the Xiao family all along, Xun'er quickly identified the source of the aura, then added, "And Cousin Xiao Yu and the others."
"Oh, so it's him. He actually broke through to a Dou Practitioner," Xiao Yan was slightly surprised, but it wasn't too strange.
The Xiao family now had a very rich foundation. While selling Foundation Establishment Spiritual Liquid and Qi Gathering Powder, they could also use them to benefit some of the family members.
Xiao Ning's talent was decent in the Jia Ma Empire, and with resource assistance, he would naturally break through much faster.
The two walked forward, and Xiao Yan immediately noticed Xiao Yu's sexy and tall jade legs.
Although there were no external decorations, the plump and fair sexy parts were indescribable.
Seeing Xiao Yan and Xun'er approach, Xiao Yu said in surprise, "You two are back from cultivation?"
Xun'er nodded and said with a smile, "Cousin Xiao Yu's recruitment should be over too, right? How many geniuses did you recruit?"
"Geniuses?" Thinking of the terrifying strength of the two in front of her, Xiao Yu shook her head with a bitter smile, "That's only for ordinary people."
Xiao Yan glanced at the few people causing trouble, having no impression of them: "What's going on?"
(End of Chapter)
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