"A Dou Zun soul?" Ya Fei exclaimed in shock.
Within the Jia Ma Empire, a Dou Wang was already considered a major figure, while a Dou Huang stood at the peak—capable of standing on equal footing with the royal family and the Yun Lan Sect.
As for a Dou Zun… that was a realm she had never even dared to imagine.
"No wonder that kid Xiao Yan has improved so rapidly over the past year. If he has a mysterious expert like that secretly guiding him, then it's not surprising at all," Ya Fei said, still visibly shaken. "I'll have someone investigate it for you right away."
As she spoke, she got up from Xiao Se's embrace and prepared to get out of bed and dress.
But the moment her bare foot touched the ground, her body suddenly went weak, and she tilted backward.
Xiao Se reacted instantly, catching her in his arms.
"What's wrong?"
"It's all your fault~" Ya Fei pouted, lightly pounding his chest with her small fists, her face flushed red.
"Uh…" Xiao Se coughed awkwardly. Then, with a flicker of light from his storage ring, he took out a snow-white pill. "Sorry. I'll be gentler next time. Here—this is a top-grade healing pill. Take it, and you'll recover immediately."
Ya Fei lowered her gaze to the pill in his hand and gasped softly.
"That's… a Rejuvenation Pill? Isn't this too wasteful? This is a fifth-grade pill that can even greatly heal Dou Huang-level experts!"
"There's no such thing as waste," Xiao Se said calmly. "Compared to you, even a seventh-grade pill wouldn't be worth anything."
It was rare for him to say something so openly affectionate.
Hearing this, a warm feeling flowed through Ya Fei's heart.
Under his careful guidance, she took the pill. The effects were immediate—her discomfort vanished, and her strength quickly returned.
After changing into a fresh cheongsam, she stepped out of the room.
About half an hour later, a series of quick, crisp footsteps echoed outside.
The door opened, and Ya Fei's graceful figure appeared once more in Xiao Se's sight.
"I've already used the Mittel Family's highest-level intelligence network," she said. "The branch in Wu Tan City reported that Xiao Yan left the Xiao Family half a month ago. It seems he went to the Magical Beast Mountain Range."
"Mm." Xiao Se nodded, showing no surprise.
The three-year agreement was already more than halfway through, with less than a year remaining. If Xiao Yan was still lingering in Wu Tan City at this point, he truly wouldn't stand a chance anymore.
"Oh, and one more thing," Ya Fei added. "The Yun Lan Sect's leader, Yun Yun, also left the sect not long ago and headed toward the Magical Beast Mountain Range. If you're going there—and you still intend to keep your identity hidden—you'd better be careful. She might recognize you."
"Yun Yun…" Xiao Se paused for a moment.
Then, without hesitation, he stood up and quickly got dressed.
Holding Ya Fei's beautiful face in his hands, he leaned down and gave her a quick kiss.
"Fei'er, I'm heading out. I'll come see you again next time. Also, tell Old Hai that if he wants the Po Zong Pill, he'd better gather the materials soon."
As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Se leapt out through the window.
A pair of dark wings burst forth from his back—the Evil God Wings. With a single beat, his figure shot into the sky like a streak of light, disappearing into the horizon in the blink of an eye.
Ya Fei quickly walked to the open window, gazing at the direction he had vanished.
A trace of suspicion flickered in her beautiful eyes.
"Why does he suddenly act so differently the moment Yun Yun is mentioned…?" she murmured softly. "Could it be… she's one of my future sisters as well?"
—
The eastern region of the Magical Beast Mountain Range.
A young figure carrying a massive black ruler on his back was sprinting frantically through the forest.
Behind him, groups of first- and second-tier magical beasts chased after him relentlessly.
"Damn it… have these beasts gone mad? Why are they all chasing me?" the young man cursed while running for his life.
"Xiao Yan, those beasts seem to recognize you—and they harbor quite a bit of hostility," an aged voice suddenly sounded in his mind.
Who else could it be but Yao Lao?
"That's impossible. This is my first time entering the Magical Beast Mountain Range," Xiao Yan replied in disbelief.
"Then let's test it," Yao Lao said calmly. "I'll help you shake them off. After that, find a secluded place, change your outfit, and cover your face."
"But what about the Heavy Xuan Ruler?" Xiao Yan hesitated. "Those beasts have already seen it. If I keep carrying it, I'll be recognized again. And besides, it's part of my training…"
He was clearly reluctant to give it up. The feeling of removing it after carrying its weight was something he had grown addicted to.
"Take it off for now," Yao Lao said after a brief pause. "If you encounter a high-tier magical beast, you won't survive—let alone train."
"But I've got you, Teacher," Xiao Yan said with a grin, attempting to flatter him. "With your strength, dealing with high-tier beasts should be easy, right?"
"Cut it out," Yao Lao snorted. "Unless you're truly at death's door, I won't interfere."
Due to awakening earlier than expected, Yao Lao's soul strength was currently far weaker than it had been in the original timeline.
"Alright…" Xiao Yan muttered, giving up.
After a short while, he finally found a secluded, abandoned cave.
Just as he was about to enter—
A thunderous roar erupted from deep within the mountain range.
The roar was accompanied by violent energy fluctuations that shook the surrounding forest.
"Teacher, that's—" Xiao Yan's pupils shrank as he exclaimed.
"The overlord of the Magical Beast Mountain Range—the Amethyst Winged Lion King," Yao Lao said gravely. "Seems like someone has provoked it. Xiao Yan, hurry—change your clothes, then we'll go take a look. You might get to witness a battle between Dou Huang-level experts today."
"A clash between Dou Huangs… that sounds terrifying," Xiao Yan muttered, clicking his tongue. Then he suddenly frowned. "But wait, Teacher… the Amethyst Winged Lion King is clearly a lion. Why did you say someone was 'pulling a tiger's whiskers'?"
Yao Lao: There's something I'd really like to say right now…
—
Deep within the Magical Beast Mountain Range.
The sky was split into two halves—one glowing green, the other violet. Even the clouds had been dyed in those colors.
High above, a graceful figure was engaged in an intense battle with the Amethyst Winged Lion King.
The woman wore a simple green dress and wielded a uniquely shaped longsword. Her jet-black hair was tied into an elegant phoenix-style bun, giving her an air of noble grace.
Her beautiful face remained calm and composed, showing no fear—even while facing a powerful sixth-tier magical beast renowned across the Dou Qi Continent.
Who else could she be—
but Yun Yun?
"Teacher… is this what true power looks like?" Xiao Yan swallowed hard.
Protected by Yao Lao's soul power, he still felt the overwhelming pressure from the sky. The thunderous explosions echoed in his ears, making it hard for him to breathe.
"Impressive, isn't it?" Yao Lao's voice sounded in his mind, tinged with amusement.
Xiao Yan nodded heavily.
"Heh. Then work harder," Yao Lao said with a smile. "With your talent, it won't take many years before you can reach that level."
"I will," Xiao Yan said firmly, his eyes filled with determination. "The humiliation Nalan Yanran gave me—I haven't forgotten it for a single moment."
As master and disciple spoke—
The battle between Yun Yun and the Amethyst Winged Lion King had already reached its climax.
(End of Chapter)
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